Breast Implant surgery is a very popular surgical procedure that can boost your confidence and enhance your physical appearance. If you are also considering breast augmentation surgery, one thing you might be confused about is the shape of the breast implants. In other words, what is the right choice – round vs anatomical / teardrop breast implants? The reality is that we can’t say that one is better than the other in all cases, but they do create different results.
Dr Mark Gittos is one of the top plastic surgeons in UK for breast surgery. He has significant experience and has performed hundreds of breast surgeries. Dr Gittos can guide you towards the best choice in terms of anatomical or round breast implants that can give you the most natural and long-lasting results.
Let’s look at the key differences between the two:
As the name describes, round implants are ‘round’ in shape and have a very smooth texture on the outside. Women who prefer a fuller look decide to opt for round implants. The gel of the implants is very smooth and soft as compared to anatomical ones. It minimises their ability to shape the breast effectively.
These implants resemble a teardrop shape and are micro-textured. The gel inside them is quite firm which reshapes the tissue to a larger extent. The results are very natural looking and mimic the look of actual breasts.
Anatomical implants behave differently in the body than round ones. Round implants have an anatomic shape that gives you fullness at the upper pole of the breast. The final results depend on the surface area of your skin, natural breast volume, skin elasticity, and distribution of the natural breast tissue.
Anatomic implants can have an elliptical or a round base along with a horizontal axis for a wider chest or wide-shaped breasts. Similarly, a vertical axis works wonders for women who are tall or want a natural fullness on the upper part of the breast. In anatomical implants, a cohesive silicone gel is used to maintain the shape of implants.
For any woman concerned with upper pole fullness, round implants can work wonders. Women who have a high volume of breast tissue are at advantage with round implants which create better results. Patients who don’t have enough breast volume can still go for a small cup-size round implant but are at risk of unnatural upper pole contour.
This scenario is different when it comes to a breast lift with implants. A lot of patients needing the lift along with the implant have excess breast tissue which is enough to create extra fullness to cover the implant. Round implants can work wonders in this case.
Patients are concerned about what happens when the rotation of an anatomical implant occurs. With round implants, this isn’t a problem. Even when the implant rotates, the shape of your breast will still stay the same. Avoiding the rotation of anatomical implants is entirely possible with the usage of the correct surgical technique.
If the pocket used for the anatomical implant adjusts to the size of the implant, it is very difficult for the implant to rotate. It is also important to wear a supportive bra. Adjusting the implant pocket correctly and wearing the correct bra can prevent anatomical implant rotation from happing in the first place.
Essentially, we are living in times where all sorts of shapes and sizes of implants can create stunning results, provided that the surgeon is credible and experienced. Dr Mark Gittos has created stunning results on patients with both implant shapes even for difficult and challenging cases.
Let’s explore the key benefits of both round and anatomical implants:
The benefits of anatomical implants include but are not limited to:
The benefits of round implants include but are not limited to:
Here is a list of frequently asked questions we get on the subject of anatomical vs round implants:
For many women in United Kingdom, having breast augmentation is a life-changing experience. There are many qualified doctors, but it is always best to find one who is experienced in breast augmentation procedures. Breast implants come in many different shapes and sizes, and there are various insertion techniques, so find a reputable practitioner who can give good advice on the right implants for you. Before considering breast implants, it is wise to find a surgeon who is also up to speed with new non-invasive techniques for breast enlargements, so you can investigate all the options before deciding on permanent surgical implants. Please avoid choosing a cheaper overseas option that lacks the ongoing support that a United Kingdom surgeon provides.
Always look for an experienced surgeon that you feel comfortable with and get a second opinion. If you’re still indecisive about the procedure, feel free to get in touch with our team.
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Mr Mark Gittos offers high quality, natural-looking cosmetic surgery results and is highly experienced in Breast, Body and Face Surgery having performed over 4000 Surgeries in the last 26 years.
With world-wide expertise Mr Gittos is an expert in breast, face and body surgery for men & women.
Mr Mark Gittos is a leading Specialist Plastic Surgeon and operates a practice in London UK and Auckland New Zealand. His practice focuses on both surgical and non-surgical procedures, each designed to help restore, improve or change a physical characteristic or problem. The first step in every case is to talk through your personal requirements and explore all the options, before deciding on the most effective solution.
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