Choosing Breast Implant Size and Shape

With all of the advancements in implant technology, we now have an unprecedented array of choices, including the ‘cohesive gel’ silicone implants and saline implants, in a variety of shapes and sizes.

Choosing Breast Implant Size

During the consultation, we will first and foremost make sure to understand the size and shape that you would like to achieve. We then take some measurements, which are used to guide the choice of implant type, shape and size. We make every effort to help our patients get a realistic idea of what they will look like after surgery. We incorporate personalized breast implant sizing to help our patients choose the ideal implant size.

Choosing Breast Implant Shape

Breast implants are either round or teardrop shaped. Dr. Samaha uses smooth, round implants exclusively when performing breast augmentation. He believes that this avoids the pitfalls that are sometimes associated with teardrop shaped implants, including malrotation, stiffer and less natural feeling shell, higher failure rates, and higher cost. He reserves the use of teardrop shaped implants to the special needs of some breast reconstruction patients, where they sometimes have a role.

Round implants come in 3 different “profiles”, including a wide low-projecting implant (‘Moderate Profile’), a ‘High Profile’ implant with a narrow diameter, and an intermediate implant (‘Moderate Plus Profile’). The choice is made based on your desired outcome, tissue characteristics and breast dimensions.

Choosing Breast Implant Size and Shape

Choosing Breast Implant Size

Choosing Breast Implant Shape

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