High profile, moderate profile, tall height, medium height, low height…if you find these terms confusing then you are not alone.

When it comes to anatomical (teardrop) implants, they come in a range of heights, profiles and size combinations making this style of implant highly customisable to the patient’s anatomy.

As Australia’s breast augmentation mammoplasty surgeon, Dr Tavakoli has performed over 6000 breast procedures.

Breast implant sizing is an integral part of Dr Tavakoli’s process and ensures the patient gets the most suitable implant for their breast footprint.

See here for more information on Dr Tavakoli’s customisable method for implant selection.

Height

Anatomical (teardrop) implants are available in three heights; Tall height, Medium height, Low height.

Tall height implants are slighter taller then they are wider, which makes the base of the implant a vertical oval shape.

Projection

The projection of the implant refers to the amount that the implant projects outwards from the chest wall. In anatomical (teardrop) implants, Dr Tavakoli uses implants that are high profile, moderate plus profile and moderate profile.

High profile implants project the most out of the three styles, allowing for maximum projection and volume with moderate implants projecting the least. Moderate plus implants fall somewhere in the middle.

It is important to remember that each patient’s anatomy is different. Patient’s height, weight, existing breast tissue, skin quality, shoulder width and torso to waist measurement can all significantly impact the final outcome.

To add to the confusion, research shows that bra manufacturing lacks industry consistency, meaning bra sizers can vary from brand to brand.

With this is mind, it is crucial not to get too hung up on comparing implant sizes or styles with others, rather, it is more beneficial to establish a look or desirable outcome you would like to achieve.

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