I have been looking into getting breast augmentation but just wanting to see the difference between full and extra full since on extra full I have heard people say that they are more narrow?
October 23, 2018
Answer: Allergan No. We pick the width to match YOUR width. So the difference between full and extra full would then be the projection, and correspondingly the volume. It is a mistake to get an implant more narrow than you are.Recently Allergan changed their implants. There are now 5 profiles, and 3 different gels. The second letter is the gel, and the last letter is the profile. So, There are SRX, SSX, and SCX, which would be different gels all in extra high profile. Or, SCM, SCF, SCX, which would be cohesive gels in medium, full, or extra high. (I left out low and low-plus). I hope that helps! Good luck!
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October 23, 2018
Answer: Allergan No. We pick the width to match YOUR width. So the difference between full and extra full would then be the projection, and correspondingly the volume. It is a mistake to get an implant more narrow than you are.Recently Allergan changed their implants. There are now 5 profiles, and 3 different gels. The second letter is the gel, and the last letter is the profile. So, There are SRX, SSX, and SCX, which would be different gels all in extra high profile. Or, SCM, SCF, SCX, which would be cohesive gels in medium, full, or extra high. (I left out low and low-plus). I hope that helps! Good luck!
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October 23, 2018
Answer: Implant size and type Dear Boooobiiieeesss,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
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October 23, 2018
Answer: Implant size and type Dear Boooobiiieeesss,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
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