Hello! My names abbie. I am 5’6” 115lbs and am currently a 34B. I was originally looking at 385-400cc. After my consultation, I decided on 425cc mentor silicone round smooth hp, but at my pre op switched to 450cc hp. After making the decision I am having doubts thinking 450 is too big! I am thinking of switching back to 425. What should I do?! The max size of implant the dr will do is 475 for my body. Help!!
December 11, 2017
Answer: Choosing an Implant To choose an implant consider the following suggestions:• Consider the fact that most people regret not going bigger (if there are regrets at all)• Make sure you know whether or not you are okay with the implants being wide and touching your arms when you walk.• Try some sample implants in the Physician's office. Try an implant that is "too large" and one that is just right. Usually I find that somewhere in between is a good post operative fit.• Consider the fact that on side profile if your nipple is at the bra line (without a bra on) you may need a lift.These are just a few suggestions that I use personally. Physician's vary in the preoperative assessment but I hope this helps. Having said that 25 cc's is not much of a difference. The photos do show more noticeable fullness in the breasts with clothes. This means that you will appear to be slightly "busty" which is fine if that's what you want. I tend to appreciate a post operative result that has a noticeable difference in size and I think you will get that with either of the implants that you have chosen. One thing you may want to consider is going with a "gummy bear" implant. Allergen has a "highly cohesive" implant and I believe Mentor has a comperable implant as well. The reason that I mention this is that even at smaller sizes you can get a nice amount of cleavage. Dr. Dillon
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December 11, 2017
Answer: Choosing an Implant To choose an implant consider the following suggestions:• Consider the fact that most people regret not going bigger (if there are regrets at all)• Make sure you know whether or not you are okay with the implants being wide and touching your arms when you walk.• Try some sample implants in the Physician's office. Try an implant that is "too large" and one that is just right. Usually I find that somewhere in between is a good post operative fit.• Consider the fact that on side profile if your nipple is at the bra line (without a bra on) you may need a lift.These are just a few suggestions that I use personally. Physician's vary in the preoperative assessment but I hope this helps. Having said that 25 cc's is not much of a difference. The photos do show more noticeable fullness in the breasts with clothes. This means that you will appear to be slightly "busty" which is fine if that's what you want. I tend to appreciate a post operative result that has a noticeable difference in size and I think you will get that with either of the implants that you have chosen. One thing you may want to consider is going with a "gummy bear" implant. Allergen has a "highly cohesive" implant and I believe Mentor has a comperable implant as well. The reason that I mention this is that even at smaller sizes you can get a nice amount of cleavage. Dr. Dillon
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