In today’s world, the notion that “bigger is better” applies to many things, including breast implants. While some women prefer to enhance their breasts subtly and in proportion to their natural figure, others seek a more noticeable change with a prominent breast profile. If you’re considering the latter option, it’s important to understand a few key aspects of large breast implants and augmentation. This includes the experience of your surgeon with breast augmentation and the pros and cons associated with larger implant sizes.
Determining Breast Implant Volume
Traditional breast implants typically range from 200cc to 800cc (cubic centimeters). For a natural enhancement, a surgeon will consider factors such as shoulder width, rib cage shape, and the proportions of your waistline and hips to select an implant size that complements your natural body contours. However, if your goal is a significant increase in breast size, extra-large implants might be the right choice. These implants generally exceed 800cc and can go up to 1000cc, but these larger sizes require specialized surgical expertise.
Specialized Surgical Skill
Not all plastic surgeons have experience with large breast implants. If you’re considering a significant increase in breast size, it’s crucial to find a surgeon with extensive expertise in large breast augmentation, as achieving the best results requires precise skill and experience. At Prime Plastic Surgery, for example, our team specializes in placing extra-large breast implants while prioritizing your safety and comfort.
Pros of Large Breast Implants
If you are looking for dramatic changes to your body contours, then large breast implants are your ideal choice. The top pros for large breast implants include:
- Improved Confidence – Breast enhancement can often improve individual self-confidence.
- Dynamic Body Contours – For women with larger hips, large breast implants often help to create a curvy hourglass shape that delivers a balanced, feminine figure.
Cons of Large Breast Implants
While extra-large breast implants offer many benefits and distinct changes to your figure, there are some downsides to opting for these larger implants. These can include:
- Increased Complications – Larger implants increase the risk of post-surgical complications, which is why it is important to find a surgeon specializing in extra-large implant placement.
- Physical Strain – Larger breasts mean increased weight on the body, especially the back, neck, and shoulders.
- Sleep Changes – Larger breasts can make sleep difficult, especially for stomach sleepers as the large breasts can be uncomfortable or, in some cases, impossible.
- Clothing – Extra large implants can make finding clothes that fit difficult. This can include bras, swimsuits, and shirts.
- Increased Risk of Sagging – Extra large breast implants significantly increase breast weight and can contribute to breast sagging.
If large implants are what you are looking for, the team of surgeons at Prime Plastic Surgery and Med Spa is here to answer all your questions and help find an implant size that will meet your body contouring goals. To learn more, call 858-455-0290 or 619-466-8851 today to schedule your consultation.
