Choosing the Right Implant Size
When it comes to enhancing your breasts, implant size is one of the most important determinations you’ll make during the entire process. Not only does the size of your implants impact your overall results, but it also affects mobility, comfort, and functionality in your daily life. There are several factors that should be weighed when selecting your breast implants, including:
- The level of volume enhancement you desire: Every patient has their own goals in mind when considering breast augmentation. Some women aim for pronounced and dramatic contours with a significantly larger breast profile, while others desire a more natural and subtle look. Sharing your hopes for the outcome with Dr. Miller will help you and he get a better idea of the right breast implant size to meet your expectations. You’ll also get the opportunity to look at before-and-after photos and “try on” different implant sizes to see how each option affects your silhouette.
- Your body frame and anatomic indicators: Your chest width, height, weight, and the quality of your existing breast tissue can all influence which implant size and shape will be best for you to achieve your goals. Patients with looser, more natural tissue can usually accommodate larger implants without the results appearing artificial, while those with minimal breast tissue may consider smaller implants to avoid visible edges or rippling and a less natural look.
- Your lifestyle: Factoring in your lifestyle is also necessary to ensuring you choose the most optimal size of breast implant during your procedure. For example, athletes and bodybuilders may consider smaller-sized implants to preserve comfort, mobility, and the ease of their workouts.
Dr. Scott Miller, an award-winning and board-certified La Jolla plastic surgeon, is passionate about helping patients make well-informed decisions that empower them to achieve their goals. While these choices can feel overwhelming, Dr. Miller and our entire team are here to guide you from the initial consultation to the final post-operative follow-up appointment.
Dr. Miller can make your desired curves a reality with many implant options designed to give you the look you desire. Find out the best implant size for your goals, body frame, and lifestyle by scheduling a consultation at our San Diego-area practice today.