What’s the Secret to Breast Implants That Look and Feel Natural?

One of the most common questions that Dr. Harrington gets about breast augmentation is, “Will my breast implants look and feel like natural breasts?” Fortunately, there are many ways to achieve very natural-looking and feeling breast implant results. Here are Dr. Harrington’s top 3 tips to keep in mind when choosing a plastic surgeon and working with them to create your personalized breast augmentation plan.

1. Choose the Right Type of Implant

There are many different breast implant types and options to choose from when personalizing your procedure. If achieving an end result that looks, moves and feels most like natural breast tissue is at the top of your priority list, consider using Motiva implants. These are next-generation silicone breast implants that use a specially formulated silicone gel that moves with you, creating a very natural look and feel that even other silicone implants cannot achieve. 

Here at Harrington + Associates, we are the first practice in Minnesota to offer this innovative breast implant option. During your breast augmentation consultation, you will have a chance to feel Motiva implants side-by-side with other breast implant options to help you choose the best option for you. 

2. Choose an Experienced Plastic Surgeon

In addition to choosing the right breast implants, choosing the right plastic surgeon for your breast enhancement procedure is key to getting the seamless, natural look and feel you’re after. Dr. Harrington is a top female breast enhancement plastic surgeon with years of experience achieving natural breast implant results for her patients, and she understands the importance of maintaining a balanced, proportionate look while still adding the boost of volume you want.

View before and after photos to give you an idea of the type of results that you could expect for your own natural-looking breast augmentation. It can also be helpful to reference these photos during your consultation with Dr. Harrington to better explain your specific goals and personal preferences.

3. Ask about Implant Placement

Other details about your breast augmentation, such as the implant placement location, can also play a crucial role in how natural your final outcome looks. For women with larger amounts of natural breast tissue, subglandular, or “over-the-muscle” implant placement can often achieve a very natural-looking result. This technique places the breast implants below the natural breast tissue but above the chest muscles. 

Submuscular, or “under-the-muscle” placement can be better for women with smaller amounts of natural breast tissue. This technique places the implants below both the natural breast tissue and chest muscles. The best choice for you will depend on your natural anatomy and lifestyle factors such as how physically active you are. Based on this information, Dr. Harrington will help you choose the best implant placement option for your needs.

Looking for More Information about Breast Augmentation?

If you’re thinking about getting breast implants and still have questions about what your results might look like or how to achieve your dream look, call our Plymouth office at 651-290-7600 or contact us online to schedule your consultation with Dr. Harrington today.