Most people have probably never heard of high-profile breast implants and have no idea what they are, what they do, or why they’re important. The profile of the implant simply means how far away it projects from the woman’s body. It is defined by the base width of the implant and the size. Low-profile versions are flat and wide while a high-profile version (with the same volume) will be narrower and will protrude outward to produce more prominent breasts.
Should You Get High-profile Versions?
To know if these options are suitable for your body, you’ll need to talk with a plastic surgeon. When you go in for your consultation, they will speak to you about what you want, what you hope to achieve and how to best go about it. During the consult, you can ask them about this implant type and see what they say.
However, if you are planning to have a natural look when finished with the augmentation, you’ll likely want a lower-profile version because they will look and feel more natural. Normal breasts aren’t perfect, so the implant may look fake if you choose an ultra-high-profile version. However, you can still achieve naturalness with high-profile options if you have the right cosmetic surgeon.
Size Limits
You should understand that every woman has physical limitations as to what size implant they can use. Once you’ve decided that high-profile options are best for your body, you should understand the difference between over-sized and high-profile. Oversized options are available, but they could cause a higher risk of complications, such as bottoming out, rippling, stretch marks, muscle atrophy, and more. Therefore, while you want your breasts to be more prominent, going too big could cause more problems and complications. Instead, you should find a surgeon that offers a “test drive” of various choices. You can wear these insertable implants for a week or so to see if they feel comfortable and normal for your body type.
Benefits Of High-Profile Versions
Whether you choose saline or silicone, both options have been approved by the FDA for years. The saline version uses a salt-water solution, which is sterile. It is similar to the fluid found in your body, which makes it more compatible. Silicone is a gel, which is considered in between a solid and liquid. If a leak were to occur, there could be complications.
With either choice, you’ll notice that the fill volume is flexible, so if you need a little more or less than initially thought, it is easy to accommodate.
