My breast with measures 12 cm- pretty wide for my otherwise petite frame. I have sagging breasts (from nursing) and barely fit an A cup. A Mentor HP 375 cc silicone implant was chosen to properly contour/fit my frame, but I am now considering a Moderate + profile in 300 cc to give same width, but less obvious projection. 375 cc HP just looks so HUGE. Does anyone have pictures comparing the two profiles on starting stats similar to mine? Surgery is soon and I am afraid of making the wrong choice.
Answer: Breast implant size selection Thank you for your question. I believe your measurements along with your anatomy, including your rib cage, chest width and shape of your breasts, all can play into your implant size selection. Please remember there is also an art to this procedure and I wouldn't get too bogged down in the numbers. Much more goes into the surgery than mere numerical calculations. A creation of the pocket, the handling of the tissues, and your natural landmarks all go to contributing to the final result. I would suggest you speak to the plastic surgeon you are working with to go over these concepts and allow him/her to work their magic.
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Answer: Breast implant size selection Thank you for your question. I believe your measurements along with your anatomy, including your rib cage, chest width and shape of your breasts, all can play into your implant size selection. Please remember there is also an art to this procedure and I wouldn't get too bogged down in the numbers. Much more goes into the surgery than mere numerical calculations. A creation of the pocket, the handling of the tissues, and your natural landmarks all go to contributing to the final result. I would suggest you speak to the plastic surgeon you are working with to go over these concepts and allow him/her to work their magic.
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May 20, 2019
Answer: Implant size Dear Jkriso, breast implant type and sizing selection is a complicated process and requires a detailed consultation that includes a discussion of your goals, a detailed examination, and a lengthy discussion. But the decision will always start and end with the patient. When it comes to sizing, we have all of our patients find 3 photos of their desired breast size. We ask for naked breast photos because clothing can obscure the true size (push up bras). Next, we consult with patients and go over the photos and take detailed breast measurements during a physical exam. Next, we using a sizing algorithm to determine a range of implants that will work based on the exam and the measurements.Lastly, during the operation, we use silicone sizers in the operating room to see how the size actually looks in the breast. We sit the patient up in the operating room, while asleep of course, and compare the sizer result with their desired look photos. If it is too small, we start the process over with a slightly larger implant. We don't stop until we get the perfect match.Of all of my breast augmentation patients, every one of them has been happy with their size due to this detailed and meticulous process. You don't want to invest time and money into a result that is either too big or too small.You should discuss your concerns with a board-certified plastic surgeon and make sure that your surgeon understands your goals. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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May 20, 2019
Answer: Implant size Dear Jkriso, breast implant type and sizing selection is a complicated process and requires a detailed consultation that includes a discussion of your goals, a detailed examination, and a lengthy discussion. But the decision will always start and end with the patient. When it comes to sizing, we have all of our patients find 3 photos of their desired breast size. We ask for naked breast photos because clothing can obscure the true size (push up bras). Next, we consult with patients and go over the photos and take detailed breast measurements during a physical exam. Next, we using a sizing algorithm to determine a range of implants that will work based on the exam and the measurements.Lastly, during the operation, we use silicone sizers in the operating room to see how the size actually looks in the breast. We sit the patient up in the operating room, while asleep of course, and compare the sizer result with their desired look photos. If it is too small, we start the process over with a slightly larger implant. We don't stop until we get the perfect match.Of all of my breast augmentation patients, every one of them has been happy with their size due to this detailed and meticulous process. You don't want to invest time and money into a result that is either too big or too small.You should discuss your concerns with a board-certified plastic surgeon and make sure that your surgeon understands your goals. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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May 20, 2019
Answer: Sizing advice Patients often think in terms of cup size when considering augmentation. Unfortunately, devices are sized in terms of milliliters (cc) of volume. This can lead to some confusion when sizing. Additionally, it is important to remember that cup size itself is not standardized with variations from one manufacturer to another. Unfortunately, as many women can attest their cup size in an industry leader such as VS is not necessarily transferable to another brand. Another point which is often under appreciated is that of anatomy and starting point. Any implant will add volume to the volume which is already present. The implant is additive. A particular volume will not necessarily confer the same cup size to different patients (often times it will not even confer the same cup size to different breasts in the same individual...remember they are "sisters" not "twins"). A general rule of thumb is that 125cc can represent somewhere between 1/2 to a full cup size increase. Smaller volume differentials (25-50cc) are typically less consequential representing a volume change of less than a shot glass. However, I have found these numbers, at least anecdotally, to be of little help. Patients often present with notions/goals which do not correlate with these sorts of sterile volumetric assessments. When sizing patients, there are a number of useful tools including: -3D imaging (has the added benefit of offering a volumetric analysis of the pre-operative breast) -Breast sizers (rice bags) -Goal photos I also recommend that patients commit to a particular look rather than a cup size. Once a patient settles on a look that pleases them the overall cup size increase becomes less relevant.The key to obtaining a natural result is to stay within the parameters defined by your BWD. On a smaller frame such as yours, I would encourage conservative sizing. Consideration of higher profile device (greater volume for a given BWD) is more common in smaller frames. However, this becomes a question of whether the volume which can be delivered in a Mod (+) device is adequate. As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS). Donovan Rosas MD Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery Member: American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American Society of Plastic Surgeons RealSelf Top 100 RealSelf Hall of Fame
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May 20, 2019
Answer: Sizing advice Patients often think in terms of cup size when considering augmentation. Unfortunately, devices are sized in terms of milliliters (cc) of volume. This can lead to some confusion when sizing. Additionally, it is important to remember that cup size itself is not standardized with variations from one manufacturer to another. Unfortunately, as many women can attest their cup size in an industry leader such as VS is not necessarily transferable to another brand. Another point which is often under appreciated is that of anatomy and starting point. Any implant will add volume to the volume which is already present. The implant is additive. A particular volume will not necessarily confer the same cup size to different patients (often times it will not even confer the same cup size to different breasts in the same individual...remember they are "sisters" not "twins"). A general rule of thumb is that 125cc can represent somewhere between 1/2 to a full cup size increase. Smaller volume differentials (25-50cc) are typically less consequential representing a volume change of less than a shot glass. However, I have found these numbers, at least anecdotally, to be of little help. Patients often present with notions/goals which do not correlate with these sorts of sterile volumetric assessments. When sizing patients, there are a number of useful tools including: -3D imaging (has the added benefit of offering a volumetric analysis of the pre-operative breast) -Breast sizers (rice bags) -Goal photos I also recommend that patients commit to a particular look rather than a cup size. Once a patient settles on a look that pleases them the overall cup size increase becomes less relevant.The key to obtaining a natural result is to stay within the parameters defined by your BWD. On a smaller frame such as yours, I would encourage conservative sizing. Consideration of higher profile device (greater volume for a given BWD) is more common in smaller frames. However, this becomes a question of whether the volume which can be delivered in a Mod (+) device is adequate. As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS). Donovan Rosas MD Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery Member: American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American Society of Plastic Surgeons RealSelf Top 100 RealSelf Hall of Fame
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May 20, 2019
Answer: Breast augmentation, 300-375cc Hello and thank you for your question. You are a great candidate for a breast augmentation. If you are concerned that 375cc is too large, then you could select a smaller size. The size, profile, and shape of the implant is based on your desired breast size/shape, your chest wall measurements, and soft tissue quality. This decision should be based on a detailed discussion with equal input from both you and your surgeon. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. FACS Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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May 20, 2019
Answer: Breast augmentation, 300-375cc Hello and thank you for your question. You are a great candidate for a breast augmentation. If you are concerned that 375cc is too large, then you could select a smaller size. The size, profile, and shape of the implant is based on your desired breast size/shape, your chest wall measurements, and soft tissue quality. This decision should be based on a detailed discussion with equal input from both you and your surgeon. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. FACS Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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May 20, 2019
Answer: I am petite, 5’1, 115 lbs, but have a wide ribcage/chest width, 12 cm. Second-guessing 375 cc HP decision. Thoughts? (photos) Thank you for your question and photographs. I think you are starting from an excellent position and should anticipate a nice result. Breast implant selection is an exciting, but stressful part of the breast augmentation process as there are so many choices. Unfortunately it is impossible to recommend the best implant style, size or shape without an in-person examination that allows for the measurement of key breast parameters, as well as permits an in-depth discussion as to your desired goals and outcome. Based on your posts I would recommend continuing to work with your surgeon to address your concerns in order to select the best implants. Best wishes!
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May 20, 2019
Answer: I am petite, 5’1, 115 lbs, but have a wide ribcage/chest width, 12 cm. Second-guessing 375 cc HP decision. Thoughts? (photos) Thank you for your question and photographs. I think you are starting from an excellent position and should anticipate a nice result. Breast implant selection is an exciting, but stressful part of the breast augmentation process as there are so many choices. Unfortunately it is impossible to recommend the best implant style, size or shape without an in-person examination that allows for the measurement of key breast parameters, as well as permits an in-depth discussion as to your desired goals and outcome. Based on your posts I would recommend continuing to work with your surgeon to address your concerns in order to select the best implants. Best wishes!
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