My ps has an imaging system that I can see how I look with different sizes. I like the 380 but it seems to make my nipples point downward more especially on the larger right breast. Also the side view does not have a natural slope . Are these images slightly accurate ? I'm just hoping if I go with a 350 cc silicone gel . It will not be too small for my frame. He said my ideal fill would be 375cc ...but he only works in increments of 30cc. I'm 160lbs 5"6 . Could they really turn out droopy ?
Answer: Which Breast Implant Size is best for me? Computer imaging is only partially accurate so do not put that much weight into these photos. Secondly 30 cc's is only a shot glass as a good visual volume equivalent. Silicone implants are factory sealed and about 30 cc's between most sizes, whereas saline implants are filled at the time of surgery and any amounts within size range of implants possible. It is very difficult to determine the exact size and shape implant you will require to best match your ideal breast image without an examination by a board certified plastic surgeon. Not just any board certified plastic surgeon, but one with many years of frequently performing breast augmentation surgery including different approaches, techniques and implant choices. This is because several measurements not to mention your breast characteristics are needed to determine the optimal implant size to obtain your goals. Without knowing these dimensions it would be difficult to make this determination. For example, the existing base width of your breast will determine, in many cases, the maximal volume per implant profile that you can accommodate. To illustrate; a 100 cc difference may make a significant difference with a narrow base width breast, but much less of a difference if you have a wide chest wall and wide breast “foot print”. Therefore, just because your friend may have a great result with let’s say a 350 cc implant to make her go from a “A” cup to a “C” cup size does not mean that you will have the same result with the same size implant. . Further simply placing implants in a bra to determine the size best for you is not always accurate as the bra often distorts the size, is dependent on the pressure the bra places plus the implant is outside your breast and not under it among other variables. Computer software morphing programs that automatically determine the best implant size can be helpful in some but not all cases (e.g. doesn’t work well in my experience with existing implants, sagging or asymmetric breasts). Using “want to be” photos however are useful if simply provided to the surgeon.For slender women such as your self without much breast tissue, I recommend a silicone and not a saline implant as it will be softer and feel more natural. Additional critical decisions will also be made by your plastic surgeon such as: whether your implants will be above or below your pectoralis muscle. These choices are recommended to you based on the look you desire, the amount of sagging you may have, and other deciding factors. For more than 25 years, I have tried just about every method to best understand and achieve the patient’s optimal goal. The following is what I have found to be most accurate: To start with, I have found it most helpful for patients to bring in photos from my or other plastic surgeons’ websites to illustrate what they would like to look like. This gives me detailed standardized views and information both qualitative (shape, perkiness) and qualitative (size) and allows me to discuss with my patients how I can best achieve their objectives as well as realistic expectations. For example, though I always tell my patients that I cannot make them exactly the same as a photo because everyone has different anatomical constraints. However, these ”ideal” breast photos are brought to the operating room for reference during surgery so that I have the advantage of “seeing through my patient’s eyes” to best achieve their wishes. Even if the photo does not match their height or weight, I and most plastic surgeons are very good at translating the proportionality of the photo to your features.I personally order more than one set of implant sizes and use sterile implant “sizers” (temporary implants) placed in the created implant pocket during surgery to know in advance exactly which implant would work best for you in both a sitting and lying down position. This also allows me the opportunity to modify the pocket to meet some of the more subtle shape features desired. This enables me to use my full artistic potential to achieve your desired goals.
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Answer: Which Breast Implant Size is best for me? Computer imaging is only partially accurate so do not put that much weight into these photos. Secondly 30 cc's is only a shot glass as a good visual volume equivalent. Silicone implants are factory sealed and about 30 cc's between most sizes, whereas saline implants are filled at the time of surgery and any amounts within size range of implants possible. It is very difficult to determine the exact size and shape implant you will require to best match your ideal breast image without an examination by a board certified plastic surgeon. Not just any board certified plastic surgeon, but one with many years of frequently performing breast augmentation surgery including different approaches, techniques and implant choices. This is because several measurements not to mention your breast characteristics are needed to determine the optimal implant size to obtain your goals. Without knowing these dimensions it would be difficult to make this determination. For example, the existing base width of your breast will determine, in many cases, the maximal volume per implant profile that you can accommodate. To illustrate; a 100 cc difference may make a significant difference with a narrow base width breast, but much less of a difference if you have a wide chest wall and wide breast “foot print”. Therefore, just because your friend may have a great result with let’s say a 350 cc implant to make her go from a “A” cup to a “C” cup size does not mean that you will have the same result with the same size implant. . Further simply placing implants in a bra to determine the size best for you is not always accurate as the bra often distorts the size, is dependent on the pressure the bra places plus the implant is outside your breast and not under it among other variables. Computer software morphing programs that automatically determine the best implant size can be helpful in some but not all cases (e.g. doesn’t work well in my experience with existing implants, sagging or asymmetric breasts). Using “want to be” photos however are useful if simply provided to the surgeon.For slender women such as your self without much breast tissue, I recommend a silicone and not a saline implant as it will be softer and feel more natural. Additional critical decisions will also be made by your plastic surgeon such as: whether your implants will be above or below your pectoralis muscle. These choices are recommended to you based on the look you desire, the amount of sagging you may have, and other deciding factors. For more than 25 years, I have tried just about every method to best understand and achieve the patient’s optimal goal. The following is what I have found to be most accurate: To start with, I have found it most helpful for patients to bring in photos from my or other plastic surgeons’ websites to illustrate what they would like to look like. This gives me detailed standardized views and information both qualitative (shape, perkiness) and qualitative (size) and allows me to discuss with my patients how I can best achieve their objectives as well as realistic expectations. For example, though I always tell my patients that I cannot make them exactly the same as a photo because everyone has different anatomical constraints. However, these ”ideal” breast photos are brought to the operating room for reference during surgery so that I have the advantage of “seeing through my patient’s eyes” to best achieve their wishes. Even if the photo does not match their height or weight, I and most plastic surgeons are very good at translating the proportionality of the photo to your features.I personally order more than one set of implant sizes and use sterile implant “sizers” (temporary implants) placed in the created implant pocket during surgery to know in advance exactly which implant would work best for you in both a sitting and lying down position. This also allows me the opportunity to modify the pocket to meet some of the more subtle shape features desired. This enables me to use my full artistic potential to achieve your desired goals.
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October 1, 2014
Answer: Size of implants The computer imaging is helpful to see what you might look like, but cannot show you what you will look like. There is not a big difference between 350 and 380 cc's, so go with the larger implant.
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October 1, 2014
Answer: Size of implants The computer imaging is helpful to see what you might look like, but cannot show you what you will look like. There is not a big difference between 350 and 380 cc's, so go with the larger implant.
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September 30, 2014
Answer: I'm wondering if I should go with 350cc or 380cc implants as my dr only works in increments of 30cc s ? Compter imaging is a good communication tool but not totally accurate in predicting outcomes. The best cosmetic result in
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September 30, 2014
Answer: I'm wondering if I should go with 350cc or 380cc implants as my dr only works in increments of 30cc s ? Compter imaging is a good communication tool but not totally accurate in predicting outcomes. The best cosmetic result in
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September 30, 2014
Answer: Beware of the cartoon! 3D computer imagery is just that, it is not the surgeon or the patient. I use 3 D to help assist planning for patients; however, I have already have an idea of what sizes, styles, and models will be most appropriate. Most important is a plastic surgeon that listens to your concerns, how active your life is, and has pre and postoperative pictures of women as yourself. After 4000 implants, we have the experience, specialize in implant surgery, and communicate on an industry level with Allergan, Mentor, and Sientra.
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September 30, 2014
Answer: Beware of the cartoon! 3D computer imagery is just that, it is not the surgeon or the patient. I use 3 D to help assist planning for patients; however, I have already have an idea of what sizes, styles, and models will be most appropriate. Most important is a plastic surgeon that listens to your concerns, how active your life is, and has pre and postoperative pictures of women as yourself. After 4000 implants, we have the experience, specialize in implant surgery, and communicate on an industry level with Allergan, Mentor, and Sientra.
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