Size Isn't Everything: The Importance of Breast Implant Profiles
Breast augmentation is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures in the world, enhancing the shape and size of breasts and improving body contour in the process. Dr. Oren Z. Lerman has helped a number of patients throughout Manhattan achieve exceptional results through breast enlargement surgery.
To achieve the best results, Dr. Lerman considers numerous aspects of the procedure. One such aspect is breast implant profile, which we'd like to go over right now.
What is breast implant profile?
Breast implant profile refers to the amount of forward projection that is created by the breast implants. Thanks to a more prominent breast implant profile, a woman can have fuller and more prominent cleavage.
Breast implant profile is a separate aspect to breast implant shape that is not related to breast implant size per se.
Breast Implant Profile Can Make a Major Difference
In a number of cases, patients have been able to achieve their ideal results during breast augmentation surgery through a higher profile rather than opting for a large implant size. Indeed, having a higher or lower profile can improve the overall results of surgery. The results of the breast augmentation will generally look more natural and more appealing as long as the profile is carefully selected to complement the procedure and the goals of the patient.
Types of Breast Implant Profiles
There are three common types of breast implant profiles:
- Moderate Profile Breast Implants – This is a breast implant of standard profile.
- Low Profile Breast Implants – This is a breast implant that has less outward projection.
- High Profile Breast Implants – This is a breast implant that has the most forward projection.
There is also a Moderate Plus breast implant profile, which is an intermediate profile between moderate profile and high profile.
Considering Profile with Regard to Body Type
There are many factors to consider when it comes to breast implant profile and which might be ideal for a patient. In general, however, surgeons often notice that high profile breast implants are ideal for women who have narrower frames. Low profile breast implants, by contrast, tend to be more ideal for women who have wider frames.
Other Factors That Affect Breast Augmentation Results
In addition to breast implant size and breast implant profile, these other factors are taken into account when considering how to achieve the best breast augmentation results:
- Breast implant composition (i.e., saline, silicone, cohesive gel)
- Breast implant shape (i.e., round, teardrop)
- Breast implant placement (i.e., position relative to pectoral muscle)
- Incision method that will be used
Tailoring Your Surgery to Your Needs
With all these factors to consider, it should come as no surprise that a full in-person consultation is ideal to determine the best options for a patient's aesthetic goals. We will be more than happy to address all questions and concerns in full so you have all the information you need to make empowered decisions about your breast augmentation procedure.
Learn More About Breast Augmentation Surgery
To learn more about breast augmentation surgery and how it can benefit you, be sure to contact our cosmetic plastic surgery center today. Dr. Oren Z. Lerman and the entire team here looks forward to your visit and helping you make the best possible decisions with regard to surgery.