I have 420cc low profile in right now. My frame is small and I feel like I have a pancake inside. I have never felt the implant projected as much as I would like. (I still have to wear a padded bra) I also feel like they are too wide for my frame.
I would like to go for a high profile 425cc or 475cc. Do you think the projection I would get with one of those compared to what I have now would be enough for me to see the difference through my clothes?
May 7, 2009
Answer: Selecting the proper implant The choice of implant often depends on the patient's anatomy. Generally speaking, higher profile implants have a narrower diameter and would work better in a patient with a smaller frame. Furthermore, high profile implant project forward more, so they will appear bigger than a low profile implant of the same volume. Another factor to consider is that high profile implants tend to cause less rippling. This is especially important in thin individuals. Based on your description, you have a small frame and may benefit form high profile implants. Keep in mind that a a 425cc high profile will seem a lot bigger than a 420cc low profile implant because the high profile implant sticks out more. Depending on your anatomy and the type of clothes you wear, the high profile implants should give you a significant noticeable difference through clothes. Good luck with your surgery.
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May 7, 2009
Answer: Selecting the proper implant The choice of implant often depends on the patient's anatomy. Generally speaking, higher profile implants have a narrower diameter and would work better in a patient with a smaller frame. Furthermore, high profile implant project forward more, so they will appear bigger than a low profile implant of the same volume. Another factor to consider is that high profile implants tend to cause less rippling. This is especially important in thin individuals. Based on your description, you have a small frame and may benefit form high profile implants. Keep in mind that a a 425cc high profile will seem a lot bigger than a 420cc low profile implant because the high profile implant sticks out more. Depending on your anatomy and the type of clothes you wear, the high profile implants should give you a significant noticeable difference through clothes. Good luck with your surgery.
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April 13, 2009
Answer: Correct thinking If you feel the implants are too flat and too wide, then it makes sense that a narrow and higher projecting implant would be helpful. What specific size and style would depend on your breast width measurement, the location of the nipple relative to your breast and chest, and your desired post-op appearance. You might be able to judge your volume requirements depending if you are happy with the volume but not the shape.Also if you are wearing a padded bra that gives you the look you want, your surgeon can estimate the dimensions and volume and give you some idea of what implant will most closely match you goal. However, also remember that breast augmentation is an imperfect operation and your surgeon shold review what side effects each choice you make will entail (i.e. roundness, rippling, firmness, asymmetry, etc.).
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April 13, 2009
Answer: Correct thinking If you feel the implants are too flat and too wide, then it makes sense that a narrow and higher projecting implant would be helpful. What specific size and style would depend on your breast width measurement, the location of the nipple relative to your breast and chest, and your desired post-op appearance. You might be able to judge your volume requirements depending if you are happy with the volume but not the shape.Also if you are wearing a padded bra that gives you the look you want, your surgeon can estimate the dimensions and volume and give you some idea of what implant will most closely match you goal. However, also remember that breast augmentation is an imperfect operation and your surgeon shold review what side effects each choice you make will entail (i.e. roundness, rippling, firmness, asymmetry, etc.).
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