Can high profile implants be used for small women who are looking for a natural look?

High profile implants are not implants that add volume up high.  High profile means that when an implant is placed on a table, it sticks up high.  When such an implant is placed in a patient, a high profile implant projects outward/forward more than a moderate profile.  In general terms, a higher profile implant looks more bubbly and more fake than a moderate profile implant.  That doesn't mean that you can't get nice results with high profile implants, however.  Best thing is to see a board certified plastic surgeon and get a proper assessment, measurements, and then discuss with them what are your goals.  We like it when patients bring pictures of breasts (ideally naked, head on view) to show us what results they want to achieve (biking/clothes and angle views are not very helpful)

Dear mearleThank you for your question!  The type, size and shape of implant can be a difficult choice.  The Anatomic, cohesive gel implants work well on certain breast shapes and volumes but they are more firm than Cohesive non anatomic implants.  They also have a textured surface - which is an implant that works better in someone with fuller breasts.  Round smooth implants can give excellent results in most women, whether they are placed under the muscle fascia or under the muscle itself.With Warm RegardsTrevor M Born MD

In general, hight profile implants result in increased projection of the breast.  This will result in a more artificial or "augmented" look.  If a patient stresses to me that they want a natural look then I will use a less projecting implant such as a moderate plus or moderate profile.  However, the patient who wants to look natural must also desire a implant volume that is consistent with that goal.  If a thin patient wants a large implant size, but wants to be "natural", then something has to give because that just isn't possible.  Preoperate education and discussions with the plastic surgeon are critical to make sure expectations are met.   

Generally speaking, the higher profile implants tend to look more full in the upper breast. Many surgeons use intraoperative sizers during the procedure to assess the shape of the breast with the implant. You should discuss your goals and show pictures to your surgeon so the he/she can match the implant size and style to your desired shape.

High profile implants are one choice of implants. I usually use this for very narrow women who want larger volumes.

Hi, you should be able to get high profile implants and still look natural.  The best thing to do is toothy them on and you will get an idea of how they will look.  

Hello.Sizing can be difficult- because bras sizes are not standardized and also many photos are photo-shopped to look better! But you are on the right path with that approximate size and style. Your rib cage is small, and both a high profile or moderate profile base footprint will be fine. I like the high profile to fill out a looser skin envelope.Good Luck!

Thank you for the question.  Yes, it is possible (generally speaking) that  the use of high-profile breast implants can achieve a petite woman's goal of “natural” looking breasts after breast surgery ( whether or not it would be the appropriate breast implant for you would require  careful preoperative and intraoperative evaluation).   In other words, online consultants will not be able to provide you with specific enough advice (regarding specific breast implant size/profile) to be truly helpful.  
Generally speaking, the best online advice I can give to ladies who are considering breast augmentation surgery (regarding breast implant size/profile selection) is:
1. Concentrate on choosing your plastic surgeon carefully.  Concentrate on appropriate training, certification, and the ability of the plastic surgeon to achieve the results you are looking for. Ask to see lots of examples of his/her work.
2. Have a full discussion and communication regarding your desired goals  with your plastic surgeon. This communication will be critical in determining  breast implant size/type/profile will most likely help achieve your goals. 
In my practice, the use of photographs of “goal” pictures (and breasts that are too big or too small) is very helpful. In bra sizers can be useful communication tools also. I have found that the use of words such as  “natural” or "C cup" etc means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful.
 Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup  size may also be inaccurate.  The use of computer imaging may be very helpful during the communication process.
3.  Once you feel you have communicated your goals clearly,  allow your plastic surgeon to use his/her years of experience/judgment to choose the breast implant size/profile that will best meet your goals.  Again, in my practice, this decision is usually made during surgery ( after the use of temporary intraoperative sizers).
I hope this, and the attached link (dedicated to breast augmentation surgery concerns), helps. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be very pleased with.

Hello. Thank you for your inquiry. Exact end results and cup sizes are usually quite difficult to calculate as everyone has a different starting point.
It is important to have an in-person assessment regarding your concerns as it is difficult to determine virtually.
There are many different factors that go into choosing a breast implant size which will correspond with your body dimensions while concurrently achieving your aesthetic results. Some of these factors are: Implant size (CC's), Implant profile (Low, Moderate, High), Placement of the implant (Subglandular vs. Dual Plane) etc. We utilize smooth round cohesive silicone gel 'gummy bear' implants for the best results.
During a consultation your aesthetic goals are heard and taken into account with the measurements of your breasts and the integrity of your tissue, as well as level of ptosis (sag). From here we collectively can find your 'perfect fit'. You are able to try out sizers and different implants in our office such that you can get an idea of what size you would be post-operation. We also offer Crisalix 3D plastic surgery virtual simulator during our in-person and virtual consultations to preview potential results. After your consultation, you will receive your very own implant sizers to take home with you (at a small cost) whether or not you decide to go forward with your procedure.
I usually recommend that my patients stop smoking, take vitamin C daily, and avoid aspirin/ibuprofen and vitamin E 3 weeks prior to surgery. I specialize in the 24-hour Recovery method which minimizes trauma to the breast and decreases pain post-operatively.
We encourage you to look at our website and Instagram (drkaraplasticsurgery) for lots of before and after pictures!
Please note that this response does not substitute patient-doctor relationship. We welcome any and all patients seeking advice to come in for a complimentary consultation available for limited time only.
During the COVID-19, we are offering complimentary online consultations as well as in-office consultation with social distancing and masks. Procedure done in-hospital private surgical facility while taking covid-19 precautions. We utilize UV-light to clean the air of viruses and bacteria during our consultations and surgery.
We invite you to come in to discuss your options more thoroughly. Please send us an email at info@drkaraplasticsurgery.com with the subject line: "Attention Meagan" and we will be happy to coordinate your appointment!
M.Kara,MD,FRCSC (27+ years experience) - Specializing in 24 hour recovery/ out to dinner breast augmentation in-hospital private surgical facility for your added safety and peace of mind

Dear mearle,

There are several hundred different size and shapes to breast
implants. In general, over the past 20
years that I have been performing aesthetic breast enhancement surgery, I
generally give patients three sizes I think will look excellent, a small nice,
medium nice and large nice implant base.
You will also have the opportunity to use the Vectra 3D Imaging
machine. This machine takes your
computed image and very accurately when you press a button of a certain size or
shape implant, the computer simulated surgery show you the kind of increase in
breast projection that you can expect.

In analyzing the aesthetic results you can then better
balance your shoulder, waist and hip ratio with the breast implants that best
suit your needs.

This “buy before you try” has resulted in very a few
enhancement surgeries and a very happy and successful breast augment patient
population.

R. Stephen Mulholland, M.D.

Certified Plastic Surgeon

Yorkville, Toronto