MR DEAN
Trotter MBBS FRACS (Plast)
BREAST IMPLANTS H O W
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How does one go about selecting the right implant size? NipTuck talks to Mr Dean Trotter, Plastic Surgeon, about the various methods for implant sizing. Specialist Plastic and Reconstructive surgeon Mr Dean Trotter studied medicine at the University of Melbourne and trained at Melbourne’s major plastic surgery centres including The Alfred, The Royal Children’s and St Vincent’s hospitals. He completed a fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in 2009 and went on to complete a microsurgical fellowship in the UK, with a focus on breast procedures. Dean completed an additional fellowship in Buenos Aires, focusing on aesthetic plastic surgery and the use of cosmetic fat grafting.
When it comes to breast implants, what do women want? Most women want breast fullness and projection, and breasts that complement their overall figure. For women who have always had small breasts, or for those who have lost breast volume through time, weight loss or pregnancy, breast implants reliably create fuller, larger breasts.
breast and skin tissue; and the final desired size and shape.
What sizes are available? Breast implants come in a range of sizes from 125 cc to over 650 cc (mL).
It’s a big decision, how can I be reassured the size is right for me? A simple way for you to get an idea of what implant size you would like is the rice test. Rice bags are worn to get an idea of how breast implants would enhance your figure. A quick ‘rice test’ Google search will provide further details. We also have sample silicone implants for trial in our rooms.
How do I go about selecting the right implant? As part of the consultation process, you and your plastic surgeon will work together to make decisions about the implants, including the type, their shape and location, the position of the scars, and, most importantly, the size. Your plastic surgeon will make a recommendation with regard to your current breast size and shape; existing
At ARC Plastic Surgery, we use the Vectra 3D Imaging System to assist patients to visualise what they may look like post-surgery. Images are taken to create a 3D pre-operative computer image of the patient and different implants can be trialled to simulate the appearance post breast augmentation procedure. The technology has been outstanding in reassuring patients about implant choice.
arcplasticsurgery.com.au For An Appointment Call : Melbourne 03 9828 1300 | Shepparton 03 5820 0500 Call Melbourne for consultations at Bundoora Vectra 3D Imaging Simulations.
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