Whereas we may be more familiar with thinking about breast size in cups (as in bra sizes), breast implants are measured in cubic centimetres (cc’s). This allows for consistent sizing across all implant manufacturers.

Because breast implant size is relative to the size of your natural breasts, it isn’t possible to place an equivalent cup size on 445 cc; however, it would usually increase the breast size by around 2-3 cups.

The breast implant profile indicates the breast projection that can be expected in the final result.

• Lower profile implants are flatter, with a wider base, and create a more natural-looking result.
• Higher profile implants are taller with a narrower base, resulting in a more pronounced breast appearance.
• Moderate profile implants typically fall in the middle of the scale, achieving some projection, without resulting in over-prominent breasts.

Different breast implant brands offer a variety of projection options, so they aren’t necessarily consistent across manufacturers.

The placement of breast implants is a crucial decision which can significantly impact the final outcome. There are three options your surgeon will discuss with you:

• Over the muscle (Subglandular): The breast implant is placed behind the breast tissue, sitting above the pectoral muscle at the back of the chest. This creates natural movement and full-looking breasts
• Under the muscle (Submuscular): The breast implant is placed under the pectoral muscle. This achieves extra implant support and enhanced breast contours
• Half Under the Muscle (Dual Plane): The breast implant is placed partially under the pectoral muscle. This hybrid approach supports the implant whilst achieving a natural-looking result

The placement of your breast implants depends on several factors, including your desired outcome and your lifestyle.

Silicone is the material that Kylie Jenner has said her breast implants are made from. There are two choices of breast implant material that patients can consider:

• Silicone: This is the more popular option and the one with which most breast surgeons work regularly. They are made from a silicone shell filled with thick silicone gel. They create a natural look and feel to the breast and are also especially durable
• Saline: These are less common as silicone implants have become more versatile and reliable. A silicone shell is inserted into the breast and filled with sterile salt water (saline). The size is almost infinitely adjustable

Breast implants are available in round or teardrop shapes.

• Round is the more popular choice (and looking at Kylie Jenner’s result, the one it is likely she chose), increasing the volume of the upper and lower portions of the breasts
• Teardrop results in a more natural outcome, with the volume focused at the bottom of the breast

Breast implant texture varies depending on the brand and model:

• Textured breast implants have a slightly rough outer layer, which helps them to adhere to the breast tissue for increased support
• Smooth breast implants have a smooth outer layer; they typically feel and move more naturally

Many breast implant companies have developed specialised textures which improve breast implant performance and outcomes.

Many breast surgeons choose to use breast implants from only a small selection of brands. This is usually because they have become experienced with these manufacturers and trust their reliability.

Cadogan Clinic’s expert breast surgeons work with a selection of trusted breast implant brands that offer a wide range of choices, allowing individuals to find the best breast implant to suit their needs.

Your natural breast size and shape is one of the most important indicators in deciding on the right breast implants to suit you:

• 445 cc breast implants would create a more dramatic result on someone who naturally has A cup breasts than on someone who has C cup breasts
• Patients with larger natural breasts may prefer the appearance of over the muscle breast implant placement
• Smaller natural breasts may require under the muscle placement to enclose and support the implant

Your overall frame and proportions will impact the breast implants you choose:

• A smaller frame is more likely to suit a smaller-sized breast implant; however, a wider rib cage (which isn’t always related to your overall frame) may accommodate a larger size
• Rib cage size and proportions can often impact the choice of projection. A smaller ribcage often suits a higher projection, thanks to the narrower base of the implant
• Individuals with an athletic build often suit larger breast implants to enhance the contours of the chest and balance the proportions of the body
• An hourglass-shaped body is usually highly versatile and can suit a range of breast implant sizes and projections

Kylie Jenner’s high-quality Breast Augmentation result is understandably appealing, making it easy to see why people may be tempted to take her exact specifications to their surgeon, hoping for the same outcome.

However, Breast Augmentation is a highly personal procedure that requires a bespoke approach. It is essential to approach your surgeon with the result you would like to achieve, allowing them to recommend the best options for you to achieve the same quality of result as Kylie Jenner.