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In short: choosing breast implants means deciding four things with your surgeon: shape (round or anatomical), placement (over or under the chest muscle, or dual plane), incision (usually in the fold under the breast) and size, which depends on your chest measurements more than on a number of cc.
Here is how each choice is made, so you arrive at the consultation with clear ideas.
Shape: round or anatomical
| Round implants | Anatomical (teardrop) implants | |
|---|---|---|
| Look | More fullness in the upper part of the breast | More natural profile, more volume lower down |
| Suited to | Those who want a more visible cleavage | Those with little tissue who want a subtle result |
| Good to know | If they rotate, the shape does not change | Correct orientation is important |
There is no best shape overall: the surgeon chooses it based on your chest, the amount of tissue and the result you want.
Placement: over or under the muscle
- Subglandular: behind the breast tissue and in front of the chest muscle. Suited to those with good tissue thickness
- Submuscular: behind the chest muscle, which covers the implant better
- Dual plane: the upper part is covered by the muscle, the lower part by the breast tissue. It combines coverage and a natural look
Incision: where the scar is
- Inframammary fold: the most common, hidden in the fold under the breast
- Periareolar: along the lower edge of the areola
- Axillary: in the armpit, away from the breast
The choice depends on breast shape, the implant and any wish to breastfeed in future, always to be discussed with the surgeon.
Size: how to choose the right one
Size is not chosen in cc alone. The surgeon measures the width of the breast base, tissue thickness and chest proportions, and suggests a suitable range. An implant too large for your chest increases the risk of an unnatural result and of problems over time.
Bring a few photos of breasts you like: they help the surgeon understand the result you are looking for.
The operation and your stay in Tirana
Breast augmentation lasts on average 60-90 minutes and is done under general anaesthesia or deep sedation, usually with one night in the clinic. The recommended stay in Tirana is about 4-5 days, with a check-up before you fly home. Breast augmentation at Dermolife starts from €3,000.
If the breasts are also deflated or sagging, an implant alone may not be enough: a breast lift, with or without implants, is considered.
Frequently asked questions about choosing implants
It depends on your starting point and the result you want. Round implants give more upper fullness, anatomical ones a more natural profile. The choice is made with the surgeon.
They have no fixed expiry date, but they should be checked over time with visits and scans. The surgeon explains how to plan check-ups.
In many cases yes. It also depends on the technique and incision: if you are planning a pregnancy, mention it at the consultation.
Usually about 4-5 days, with one night in the clinic after surgery and a check-up before departure.
Your wishes are the starting point. The surgeon suggests the range of sizes suited to your chest, for a balanced and safe result.