Implant Shapes

 

Implants come in two basic shapes:  Round and ‘Tear Drop’ (sometimes called ‘Anatomical’).
‘Tear-Drop’ shaped implants were introduced years ago and promoted as more closely resembling a woman’s natural breast shape. They are a shape that is certainly preferred by some women while for others they may be the best or only implant shape option open to them.

‘Tear-Drop’ implants however are not suitable for everyone, especially in those women who have lost considerable upper breast volume after breast-feeding.  In such cases a ‘Round’ implant is usually a better option in order to restore the lost upper breast fullness.

Dr Mayson will show you both implant shapes at your Initial Consultation and will insert whichever shape you prefer.

The principal differences between the two shapes of implant are:

	Round Implants	‘Tear-Drop’ Implants
Positioning	Technically easier to place into position	Positioning has to be very precise
Consequences of Post-Operative Rotation of Implant	With implants being perfectly round, rotation cannot produce any deformity.	Post-operative rotation within the pocket is possible → distorted appearance → revision surgery.
Upper Breast Fullness	More	Less
Cost	Approximately $1,450 (a pair)	Approximately $2,600 (a pair)