What’s the point if I’m not choosing the exact model of implant? Ok, if you’re our own patient, you possibly might. That’s very important because that, along with your existing anatomy, are the two key factors that might radically change what your surgeon will recommend with respect to both the surgical technique and the exact style and model of implant to be used. However this sizing appointment will give you a clear idea of what volume/size implant to use. Will I choose the exact model of implant I need at this appointment? The final decision about the shape, profile and diameter of the implant will need to be made in conjunction with your own surgeon, taking your chest measurements into close consideration. 5% extra may not seem like much but as plastic surgeons, we’re a bit obsessive about such things. But there’s an implant that will make you 95% satisfied with the results of the surgery at 12 months postop, and there’s a whole lot of other implants that will leave you 90% satisfied with the results of surgery. Is there an exact perfect size implant for me? No. I reckon we’ll get a pretty good indication of just how worthwhile it is when we see how many other surgical practices copy the idea! Is it worth the money? We think it might just be the best $50 you’ll ever spend. We cover the cost to ourselves of providing the service. If you can afford breast augmentation surgery, you can afford this. How much does it cost? $50 and maybe an hour or two out of your lifetime depending on your travel distance. The only other circumstance might be if the surgeons are training new staff. Our surgeons are sometimes working in the consulting rooms and for some particularly tricky issue our staff might ask them for advice on the spot. Sometimes, if you’re a patient of ours, but probably not. FYI, nobody can make children sit still and silent for 30 minutes.ĭefinitely no. Otherwise your BFF is going to be asking all about herself during your appointment.Ĭan I bring my kids/ dog/ ex husband/ employer/ partner/ chickens/ favourite barista as well? If you can ensure they sit still and silent for 30 minutes, they can come. This is fine, but it would be best to contact our staff to make a ‘double appointment’ for the both of you. Ok great, and she’s thinking of getting a breast augment herself actually. The whole idea of this service is that you can come from anywhere before, and go anywhere after.Ĭan I bring a friend? Yes, this is a good idea. We’ve done this kind of sizing with our own patients for years. Try and be on time!ĭo I have to be a patient of Horizon Plastic Surgery? I already have my own surgeon/ plan/ date for surgery. No definitely not. What do I need to bring or wear? Tight fitting ‘bottom’ such as leggings or jeans will help you to judge whether your ‘bottom’ half and your ‘new top’ half are proportionate. BREAST AUGMENTATION BRA SIZE CALCULATOR SKINWe will also draw some dots on your skin with texta which washes off. This will necessarily involve a small amount of squeezing/pinching of the breasts to measure the stretchiness of your skin. Measurements? Of my breasts? What is that about? Measuring the starting size of your breasts is very important. *For our own patients, a thorough informed consent process with a fully qualified surgeon has either already happened, or will happen at a subsequent appointment. We think the better you understand breast augmentation, the more likely you are to end up happy with your decisions. Like most doctors, we love to sneak in as much patient education as we can. It’s also a chance ask any questions about breast augmentation surgery you may have. There’s no selling, no pressure to sign up for surgery, and no rush for you to decide anything. You will be given an appropriate sized larger bra and a lycra T-shirt to wear during the appointment which are yours to take home when you leave. Photos at various angles will be taken whilst you’re wearing the breast sizers. You will try on several different sized ‘breast sizers’. We may look at before and after photos with you to help us to better understand your aims and expectations. Measurements will be taken of your chest and you will be asked a few questions about what you hope to achieve with surgery. You will have a 30 minute appointment with an experienced breast surgery consultant. What is breast implant sizing? It’s kind of like boob shopping, although we would never call it that!
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