Appropriate breast implant profile choice
The choice of breast implant profile is based on a number of factors including measurement of the base with of your breasts and the size of implant that you have chosen. A competent experienced board-certified plastic surgeon should be able to answer these questions during consultation. (Terrence Murphy, MD, Englewood Plastic Surgeon)
In general, a more moderate profile implant produces a more natural look. Having said that, if the volume you desire for augmentation is more than what you chest wall width can accommodate, then a high profile implant can be used. This just needs to established in the office with a simple exam and by trying on sizers. (Kenneth B. Hughes, MD, Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon)
Before determining the shape style of implant, I prefer HP, you need to address the asymmetry pictured. Have you discussed this issue with your chosen surgeon, yet? (Darryl J. Blinski, MD, Miami Plastic Surgeon)
High profile implants are less likely to give you a natural look than moderate profile implants. Your best bet for a natural look is to use a small moderate profile implant. Based on the measurements of your chest and breasts your plastic surgeon can discuss which size and style of implant can give you the look that you are looking for.
I use the Vectra 3D imaging system during the consultation and find that it helps in the discussion. (Luis H. Macias, MD, Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon)
A moderate plus is more natural then a high profile. Under the muscle is also more natural with a lower rate of capsular contraction. Size is up to you but 275 cc may be about right. (Gregory Lynam, MD, Richmond Plastic Surgeon)
Wanting a natural look
Providing a “natural look” when performing a breast augmentation depends on many factors. These include your measurements and the desired size that you want to be. I find that high profile implants and or moderate plus implants can give you the desired natural look depending on your size goals and thus the size of the implant being placed. You need to be clear as to what can be done for you regarding size and desired final appearance. (Ernesto Hayn, MD)
Choices in implant profiles
High profile implants tend to be rounder and not as natural appearing especially if you begin with a round breast shape. A moderate plus or Style 15 Allergan implant will be a bit more naturally in appearance. There are many choices in breast augmentation and implant selection is an important choice. A thorough discussion with your plastic surgeon will help solidify your choices. (Jeffrey Zwiren, MD, Atlanta Plastic Surgeon)
Mod plus or high profile implants
Based on your goals and expectations I think you would be most happy with moderate plus implants. These implants have a nice amount of projection but not excessively so. Also their increased width over high profile implants does help increase cleavage. Obviously there is no right or wrong answer to this issue. You certainly should discuss these issues in detail with your PS. (Jeffrey K. Scott, MD, Sarasota Plastic Surgeon)
Mod plus or high pro will be best for me?
You say you want a natural look and not much projection. Both of those statements would certainly indicate a high profile implant is not for you. (Ronald V. DeMars, MD, Portland Plastic Surgeon)
Implants to give a more natural look
If you do not want much projection, your surgeon will most likely use a Moderate Profile or Moderate Profile Plus implant depending on your measurements. You may want to try on different sized implants so that you will be able to tell what size and shape will work best with your body.
It is best done with your surgeon since he/she will have taken breast measurements and can choose the most appropriate implant for your chest wall size. (Mark E. Mason, MD, Dallas Plastic Surgeon)
To keep a very natural appearance with a little projection, you are a perfect candidate for Sientra shaped implants. You’ve probably read a lot about these gummy bear implants that provide a natural curve to the breast. (Jonathan Kaplan, MD, MPH, San Francisco Plastic Surgeon)