In the world of cosmetic surgery, creating harmony and balance is key. Deciding on what size implants you would like to get can be tricky.
Luckily, your surgeon will be able to advise what results you can achieve with implants, taking your frame and existing breast tissue into account. Achieving the correct proportions can elevate your overall appearance, emphasising symmetry and proportion.
Here is a look at the factors that can help determine what implants are the perfect fit for you.
Understanding the Boob to Butt Ratio
Your body frame will play a major role in how your implants will look. This means your height, weight, shoulder and hip width are taken into account when selecting implants.
For example, a petite individual with narrow hips may benefit from a smaller implant that maintains proportionality whereas someone with broader hips will achieve these balanced results from a larger implant.
Using the boob to butt ratio to determine implant size will ensure that neither overpowers the other, rather creating a desirable overall silhouette.
During your consultation, you will be able to visualise what your implants could look like by trying different sizes in a special garment.
Your surgeon can use a tape measure to check which implants will provide you with the best boob to butt ratio. It is important to look at how the different sizes look with your overall body shape rather than focusing on breast size only.
Your Desired Aesthetic Goals
Your surgeon can advise you on which implants can provide you with the results that you would like. Some questions to think about before your consultation that will help you to articulate your wants are.
- Do you want a natural looking breast or a more round look result?
- Are you aiming for a subtle enhancement or a noticeable change?
- What do you not like about your breasts currently?
- Do you have any pictures of what you would like to look like?
It can be useful to come to your consultation with pictures that align with the results you would like. Your surgeon will be able to show you lots of before and after pictures to show you the results that can be achieved and determine which would fulfil your wishes.
Other Factors
The size of the implant will also be guided by factors relating to the natural breast tissue you have now.
Your surgeon will advise on what size implant is possible to decrease the gap between your breasts or creating too much side boob.
These factors are vital for creating a proportional, visually pleasing result. A pinch test is done to determine whether implants under or over the muscle are more suitable for you.
Whilst the size of the implant is a decision that requires some thought, there are other differences between implants that help to tailor the results to your exact desires. Implant shape can be round or teardrop.
The projection of the implant will also change results. If you naturally have a nipple that points downwards, a higher projection may be used as it will change the orientation of the nipple to point forward.
Your surgeon will use a variety of measurements and a wealth of experience to advise on which implant can provide you with the result most closely aligned to your goals but the size is your decision.
Ultimately, the size of the implant you choose should be the implant that will make you feel the most comfortable and confident in your body.
Your surgeon will provide expert recommendations taking your anatomy and goals into account but your personal preference will play the biggest role in deciding your surgical plan.
Whether you’re seeking a subtle enhancement or dramatic transformation, it’s important to prioritise what feels right for you.
