Achieving your desired bust size with breast implants is not as simple as choosing how many ccs; the type, profile, and shape of the implant also affect how your breasts will look after the procedure. Dr. Georgina Nichols is an internationally educated and trained plastic surgeon in Sacramento who can help you determine the best breast implants for your cosmetic goals to ensure you enjoy your results long-term.
Implant Type
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has approved saline breast implants for adults 18 and older and silicone breast implants for ages 22 and up. Each implant type has unique advantages. Silicone gel mimics the natural look and feel of breast tissue but requires MRIs to diagnose complications and involves a longer recovery. Saline breast implants are more likely to ripple or wrinkle under the skin unless placed under the pectoral muscle. Dr. Nichols will discuss the pros and cons of each type with you.
Implant Size
Natural-looking breast augmentation results rely on a balanced body shape. The size of your breast implants should enhance and complement your figure, not overpower it. While you may desire an increase of two or more cup sizes, these measurements are subjective. Breast implants are measured in ccs for exact volume. Dr. Nichols may give you implant sizers to try on during your consultation so you can visualize your future breast size and evaluate how it looks with your overall shape.
Implant Profile
Breast implants come with various profiles to customize the projection of your breasts. High-profile breast implants have narrow bases and rise to a rounded peak, and low-profile breast implants have wider bottoms and are flatter on top. Implants may have a wide, flat, narrow, or outward profile. The low-profile option offers more upper breast fullness for enhanced cleavage, whereas the high-profile option provides more fullness throughout the breasts and less in the upper area. The right implant profile for your desired results depends on your aesthetic goals and anatomy.
Implant Shape
Breast implants come in round or teardrop shapes; the right one depends on your goals. Round implants are circular and rise evenly. Teardrop implants are more anatomically correct, with more volume in the lower or bottom portion for a tapered look that offers a natural breast slope.
Teardrop-shaped implants tend to last longer and may be more durable than round implants because the implant maintains shape over time. It all comes down to your body type and cosmetic concerns, though. Some women want a round shape for fuller breasts with more cleavage, while others wish to correct sagging with a teardrop shape.
Round breast implants are the most common choice and range from low to high projections customized to your needs. Teardrop breast implants tend to provide more natural-looking results because they are slanted.
Find the best breast implants for you with Dr. Nichols in Sacramento, California. Schedule your consultation with our renowned Spanish-speaking plastic surgeon by calling (916) 929-1833 or filling out our online contact form.
