3 Things to Think About When Choosing Your Breast Implants

The most satisfying breast implant results start long before surgery, with informed decisions about materials, shape, and size. At Gowda MD & Associates, board-certified and fellowship-trained plastic surgeon Dr. Mune Gowda works with patients throughout the Greater Detroit area to help them select implants that align with their body, lifestyle, and aesthetic goals.

Known for his gentle, caring demeanor and deep background in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Gowda brings precision and thoughtful planning to every breast augmentation consultation.

If you’re thinking about a breast augmentation, understanding the core decisions involved can help you feel more confident as you move forward. Here are three key decisions you’ll discuss with Dr. Gowda.

Implant Material: Silicone or Saline

One of the first decisions to consider is implant material. Breast implants are filled with either saline or silicone gel, and each option has distinct characteristics.

Saline implants are filled with sterile saltwater and inserted empty; Dr. Gowda fills them during surgery. This allows for adjustments during the procedure and requires smaller incisions than silicone implants, which are already full-size before insertion.

Silicone implants are prefilled with a cohesive gel. They’re known for very closely mimicking the feel of natural breast tissue. 

During your consultation, Dr. Gowda discusses how each option feels, looks, and behaves over time so you can choose one that aligns with your comfort level and aesthetic preferences.

Implant Shape: Round or Teardrop

Implant shape plays an important role in overall breast appearance. Round implants are designed to add fullness throughout the breast, including the upper portion, creating a more enhanced contour.

Teardrop, or anatomically shaped, implants are fuller at the bottom and taper toward the top, offering a more gradual slope and a shape that more closely resembles the natural shape of breasts.

Dr. Gowda carefully evaluates these factors to help determine which implant shape will complement your frame.

Implant Size and Volume Considerations

Size is often the most discussed aspect of breast implants, and it’s certainly one of the most nuanced. Instead of focusing only on cup size, Dr. Gowda assesses your height, shoulder width, chest dimensions, amount of existing breast tissue, and other factors.

The ideal size and volume will differ for every woman, and Dr. Gowda is an attentive listener who always takes your feedback into full account before making recommendations.

Larger implants may create a more dramatic change, but can also place additional weight on the body. More moderate sizes often provide enhancement while maintaining comfort and long-term support. Dr. Gowda helps patients visualize potential outcomes and understand how different volumes may affect posture, clothing fit, and long-term satisfaction.

Breast Implant Consultations in Troy and Novi

With offices in Troy and Novi, Michigan, Dr. Mune Gowda provides individualized guidance grounded in surgical expertise and patient-focused care. To book your appointment with Dr. Gowda, call 248-530-0000 for the Troy office or 248-305-8400 for the Novi office.