Why are there 400 cc implants that look huge, sometimes even bigger than, for example, 550 cc implants; and vice versa? I'm about 5'7 and 135 lbs. I'm a 32B and I would like to be a 32 D- 32DD but I'm not sure of what size implants I would need to achieve that while still keeping things natural looking. I'm looking to get round, high profile, silicone, under the muscle with incisions in the crease.
October 30, 2017
Answer: Implant sizing for breast augmentation Hi great question. Each patient has a different body makeup which affects the way the volume in the implant is perceived when implanted. In other words, a heavier woman needs a larger implant to look like the same size increase as a skinny woman. Your surgeon should be helping guide you in your implant selection. Best
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October 30, 2017
Answer: Implant sizing for breast augmentation Hi great question. Each patient has a different body makeup which affects the way the volume in the implant is perceived when implanted. In other words, a heavier woman needs a larger implant to look like the same size increase as a skinny woman. Your surgeon should be helping guide you in your implant selection. Best
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October 30, 2017
Answer: 32B to 32D/32DD? What size implants would it take to achieve this? The best cosmetic result in any particular breast augmentation patient depends on a variety of factors, including: your individual anatomy, realistic expectations, a thorough discussion with the plastic surgeon about the options, and an understanding of the pros and cons of any particular implant choice. Proper sizing is not just about the number of cc’s. The thickness of your tissue, breast dimensions which include the width, height, and projection, as well as chest wall width all need to be considered when choosing an implant. Trying on implant “sizers” of various shapes and volumes while wearing a tight t-shirt, bra, or bathing sit at a preoperative visit will help you and your surgeon choose the optimal implant. There are no manufacturers' standards for cup sizing in the bra industry. The cups of a 32 DD and a 38 DD are significantly different. Cup size varies from manufacturer to manufacturer and even within styles from any particular manufacturer. Keep in mind that following the advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you exactly what to do without examining you, physically feeling the tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history, and discussing the pros and cons of each operative procedure would not be in your best interest. I would suggest you find a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. Robert Singer, MD FACS La Jolla, California
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October 30, 2017
Answer: 32B to 32D/32DD? What size implants would it take to achieve this? The best cosmetic result in any particular breast augmentation patient depends on a variety of factors, including: your individual anatomy, realistic expectations, a thorough discussion with the plastic surgeon about the options, and an understanding of the pros and cons of any particular implant choice. Proper sizing is not just about the number of cc’s. The thickness of your tissue, breast dimensions which include the width, height, and projection, as well as chest wall width all need to be considered when choosing an implant. Trying on implant “sizers” of various shapes and volumes while wearing a tight t-shirt, bra, or bathing sit at a preoperative visit will help you and your surgeon choose the optimal implant. There are no manufacturers' standards for cup sizing in the bra industry. The cups of a 32 DD and a 38 DD are significantly different. Cup size varies from manufacturer to manufacturer and even within styles from any particular manufacturer. Keep in mind that following the advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you exactly what to do without examining you, physically feeling the tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history, and discussing the pros and cons of each operative procedure would not be in your best interest. I would suggest you find a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. Robert Singer, MD FACS La Jolla, California
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