Tips On Choosing the Right Sized Breast Implants

Not sure what size to go with your breast implants? It’s a common issue that women face in the lead up to having surgery. You don’t want to go too big, and yet you don’t want to go too small. So, what size is right for you? Dr Rizk has performed many breast augmentation procedures for women of different shapes and sizes. So here are some tips for choosing your breast implant size from the insiders…

What do most women choose?

There is no single right size for breast implants. Dr Rizk will discuss with you which sizes suit your body and tissues.

The size of the actual implant itself (not just the cup size) is just like a bra. If you’re a 10, 12, 14, 16, etc. then the width of the implant will go up proportionally to fit your body. Your surgeon will help you choose a size that suits your body.

It’s not all about size

It’s about shape, too. While you may know that there are round implants or teardrop implants, did you know that there are variations on the teardrop implants shape to choose from, too? The shape of your implant determines how it will look on your chest, and different shapes suit different body types.

What about profile?

The profile of a breast implant is how far the implant projects away from the chest. You can get implants in low profile, medium profile and high profile. Low means the implant will not stick out so much, while high profile means that the breast will stick out further from the body. The profile of the implant chosen will depend on how much breast tissue you already have, as well as how far out you would like your implants to sit.

To get the right sized breast implants you should consult with a specialist plastic surgeon such as Dr Joseph Rizk, who can give you advice on implant shape, size, and profile when you come for a consult. He can help in picking an implant for you, as well as help you visualise how different sized implants may look before you decide, as a guide only, not a prediction of your result. Results vary between individuals. All surgery carries risks; Dr Rizk will discuss these with you at consultation.

Contact us to set up an appointment to discuss implant size.