I would like an implant that covers my frame. I like the side boob sticking out a bit so it gives my figure that curvy figure.. so I want my implant to be wide enough that it covers my frame. Will this always be achievable if I choose an implant that has a width that is greater than my breast base width? Eg. My bwd is 12.5 and I chose a 360cc moderate that had a width of 12.75. See pic of what I mean by the implants cover the frame and is wide enough. Thank you!
Answer: Depends on the technique used to place the implant. Thank you for posting your question. My name is Dr. Javier Soto. I am a board certified plastic surgeon from Colombia. I understand. The physics of it is that if you choose an implant with a wider base then you should have that curvy figure on the side of the breast, but you also have to have in mind that it also depends on the technique used to place the implant. If it’s submuscular, retroglandular or dual plane. Normally, I choose the size of the implant and the technique when we have the face to face consultation, because the consistency of the skin, the size of the pectoralis muscle and the desired incision can change our surgical plan.
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Answer: Depends on the technique used to place the implant. Thank you for posting your question. My name is Dr. Javier Soto. I am a board certified plastic surgeon from Colombia. I understand. The physics of it is that if you choose an implant with a wider base then you should have that curvy figure on the side of the breast, but you also have to have in mind that it also depends on the technique used to place the implant. If it’s submuscular, retroglandular or dual plane. Normally, I choose the size of the implant and the technique when we have the face to face consultation, because the consistency of the skin, the size of the pectoralis muscle and the desired incision can change our surgical plan.
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Answer: How wide is too wide ? Thanks for your question. While base witdth can be exceeded there are a few concerns:
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Answer: How wide is too wide ? Thanks for your question. While base witdth can be exceeded there are a few concerns:
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June 21, 2025
Answer: BW Part of the "side boob" Without photos of your breast anatomy - will be difficult to give the exact opinion but usually BW is the footprint of your breast to help determine implant sizing. And you don't necessarily have to choose moderate profile to get the side boob look (going up in cc's on higher profile will increase the BW, but if you don't desire more projection then stick with the lower profile implants). So going bigger in BW than your actual BW will help with the side boob look, perhaps a little more than what you have estimated -maybe 1 cm more (but again, there are no photos of your breast to give a better opinion). Also the second part is the surgeon's technique - there needs to be some lateral pocket dissection enough to give the side boob look but not too much to allow lateral displacement of the implants in the near future. Discuss this thoroughly with your surgeon to get the results you breast will allow.
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June 21, 2025
Answer: BW Part of the "side boob" Without photos of your breast anatomy - will be difficult to give the exact opinion but usually BW is the footprint of your breast to help determine implant sizing. And you don't necessarily have to choose moderate profile to get the side boob look (going up in cc's on higher profile will increase the BW, but if you don't desire more projection then stick with the lower profile implants). So going bigger in BW than your actual BW will help with the side boob look, perhaps a little more than what you have estimated -maybe 1 cm more (but again, there are no photos of your breast to give a better opinion). Also the second part is the surgeon's technique - there needs to be some lateral pocket dissection enough to give the side boob look but not too much to allow lateral displacement of the implants in the near future. Discuss this thoroughly with your surgeon to get the results you breast will allow.
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May 26, 2025
Answer: Choosing an Implant Wider Than Your BWD: Will It Cover the Frame? Thank you for your question and for describing your aesthetic goals so clearly. Wanting implants that enhance lateral fullness and frame coverage is a very common and achievable objective.
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May 26, 2025
Answer: Choosing an Implant Wider Than Your BWD: Will It Cover the Frame? Thank you for your question and for describing your aesthetic goals so clearly. Wanting implants that enhance lateral fullness and frame coverage is a very common and achievable objective.
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March 6, 2025
Answer: Side boob and breast implant size Thanks for your question. Choosing an implant size involves many factors including your breast measurements, the quality of your breast skin and tissue, and your desired appearance. Without doing an in person exam, it seems that the implant you described should fit your frame well based on your described measurements. Make sure you have an in depth conversation with your board certified plastic surgeon.
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March 6, 2025
Answer: Side boob and breast implant size Thanks for your question. Choosing an implant size involves many factors including your breast measurements, the quality of your breast skin and tissue, and your desired appearance. Without doing an in person exam, it seems that the implant you described should fit your frame well based on your described measurements. Make sure you have an in depth conversation with your board certified plastic surgeon.
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February 17, 2025
Answer: C520 Thank you for your question and providing a photo. You can easily achieve what you desire by using an implant with a wider base dimension. I have been in practice for over 25 years and found you can easily go 1 cm wider than your base dimension. I do believe choosing an implant that fits dimensionally well is very important. Your PS should measure your internal BD at surgery ( which may be different from the external BD), and choose the best implant dimension and profile to achieve what you want. I hope this helps
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February 17, 2025
Answer: C520 Thank you for your question and providing a photo. You can easily achieve what you desire by using an implant with a wider base dimension. I have been in practice for over 25 years and found you can easily go 1 cm wider than your base dimension. I do believe choosing an implant that fits dimensionally well is very important. Your PS should measure your internal BD at surgery ( which may be different from the external BD), and choose the best implant dimension and profile to achieve what you want. I hope this helps
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