I have my surgery in two weeks and am getting cold feet. Mostly because I don’t know what I am getting. During my consultation, my doctor asked me what my goal was (natural, and I showed some pictures). He made me feel comfortable and let me know he wouldn’t go too large, which is what I wanted. However, I don’t know what CC I am getting and he does high profile only. He said he would decide on the table during surgery. Should I just trust him? Am I overthinking it? Does anyone else do this?
Answer: Implant choice Thanks for your question! I really like my patients to be involved in the decision-making process. We will try on sizers, look at various B&A photos, etc. If you are concerned or aren't feeling 100% comfortable, call the office and express this concern. Perhaps they have another way of putting your mind at ease. Good luck!
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Answer: Implant choice Thanks for your question! I really like my patients to be involved in the decision-making process. We will try on sizers, look at various B&A photos, etc. If you are concerned or aren't feeling 100% comfortable, call the office and express this concern. Perhaps they have another way of putting your mind at ease. Good luck!
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Answer: Breast augmentation Hi, thank you for sharing your question. During a consultation, after measurements are taken, a range of implants are selected that will fit both the patient's and surgeon's criteria. The final decision is made on the table once the pocket dissection is done and tissue pliability/characteristics are understood. I hope you had a successful outcome.
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Answer: Breast augmentation Hi, thank you for sharing your question. During a consultation, after measurements are taken, a range of implants are selected that will fit both the patient's and surgeon's criteria. The final decision is made on the table once the pocket dissection is done and tissue pliability/characteristics are understood. I hope you had a successful outcome.
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February 28, 2022
Answer: Surgeon will decide CCs on table during surgery. Is this typical? Hello,
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February 28, 2022
Answer: Surgeon will decide CCs on table during surgery. Is this typical? Hello,
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February 25, 2022
Answer: Choosing the right size and profile breast implants for you After I measure and discuss goals with my patients, we then look at pictures of women (my patients) with similar measurements with different size and style breast implants and they choose what looks right for them. They also get to see what they would look like when the breasts have fully dropped and fluffed and in clothes. You get to see actual results and the surgeon's experience and not a virtual idea of what can be achieved. Women tell me that this process is very helpful in determining what size and style breast implant is right for them. Unless your friend measured you, how could she suggest what is right for you. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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February 25, 2022
Answer: Choosing the right size and profile breast implants for you After I measure and discuss goals with my patients, we then look at pictures of women (my patients) with similar measurements with different size and style breast implants and they choose what looks right for them. They also get to see what they would look like when the breasts have fully dropped and fluffed and in clothes. You get to see actual results and the surgeon's experience and not a virtual idea of what can be achieved. Women tell me that this process is very helpful in determining what size and style breast implant is right for them. Unless your friend measured you, how could she suggest what is right for you. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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February 23, 2022
Answer: Implant selection It is not uncommon for the surgeon to make an implant selection during surgery because at that time all information is known to the surgeon about what will best fit the space. However, it is unusual that you were not given a range of agreed upon sizes that will be used. I encourage you to return to your surgeon to discuss your concerns. It is important that you feel comfortable and confident as you head into surgery. You also want to be sure that high profile is what is best for you. You should not be limited by your surgeon's preference for a single profile.
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February 23, 2022
Answer: Implant selection It is not uncommon for the surgeon to make an implant selection during surgery because at that time all information is known to the surgeon about what will best fit the space. However, it is unusual that you were not given a range of agreed upon sizes that will be used. I encourage you to return to your surgeon to discuss your concerns. It is important that you feel comfortable and confident as you head into surgery. You also want to be sure that high profile is what is best for you. You should not be limited by your surgeon's preference for a single profile.
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