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These can be made from silicone, fiberfill, or foam. They are a cup or shell designed to fit over the top of any existing breast tissue to enlarge and shape the breast’s outline. I was at an annual industry ball my then-magazine was hosting (as a clipboard warrior, not a guest, sadly) and the CEO of the world’s biggest online fashion retailer arrived. Petite, pretty, in her mid-forties, she wore a floor-sweeping feathered full skirt and a silk shirt, unbuttoned to just about the navel. Her breasts – neat, perky but with a natural-looking, gentle slope away from the breastbone –were braless. On show, but not showing off, giving her look the perfect balance of sexy and nonchalant; the ultimate goal when dressing for a fashion crowd. In a sea of celebrities in microscopic and outlandish designer outfits, hers (and her braless bravery) were the talk of the office the following day.
A full prosthesis is designed to go straight against the chest where all breast tissue has been removed. It’s matched in size, shape and skin tone to your other breast.These are generally more suitable for women who have had more tissue removed, as they have extensions to fit under the arm or upper chest. However, they can also be used by women who have not had extensive surgery. They are specifically designed for either the left or right side. Made-to-measure BreastCancer.org recommends a person bring several different styles of tops to the appointment to see how the prosthesis will fit under each. A plain, light-colored top can help a person see how well the prosthesis fits. During the fitting If your prosthesis is damaged due to a manufacturing fault, you should be refitted with a new one free if you’re an NHS patient. If it’s damaged because you have punctured it or not followed the care instructions, you may be charged for replacing it. Before you go to the appointment you should take your bra to see how the prosthesis sits in it. Full prosthesis You can wear your usual prosthesis for the occasional swim or make your own swimming prosthesis by cutting an ordinary sponge to fit. However if you are a regular swimmer there are specially made swim prostheses that you can get. These you have to buy as they aren't available on the NHS. They don’t get damaged by the chorine and salt.
The most suitable weight will depend on how heavy your other breast is. If you have had both breasts removed, you can choose the weight you feel most comfortable with.Your breast care nurse arranges an appointment for a fitting at the breast prosthetic clinic. This is at the hospital where you had your surgery. They have a specially trained prosthesis fitter. They might be your breast care nurse, a surgical appliance officer or another member of staff. If you have had both breasts removed, you can select the size you feel most comfortable with. Partial or shaped prosthesis
If you’ve had a single mastectomy, a full-weight prosthesis may make you feel more balanced as it matches the weight of your other breast. However, if you need a large size, a lighter-weight version might be more comfortable.We learnt a lot from the era of more is more,’ says Mallucci. ‘It’s associated with many negatives – PIP, ill-sitting implants –and the fact that, actually, it’s ugly.’ In 2014, alongside a fellow surgeon, Mallucci came up with the ‘perfect’ 45:55 ratio, with 45% of volume above the nipple, 55% below. ‘Naturally a breast, even in a fit 19-year-old, will have more volume below,’ he says of the subtle difference. Where surgery had once turned breasts into firm, round oranges, it was actually more of a natural pear shape that surgeons, women, men, everyone preferred. (A study of more than 1,400 people was conducted as part of this research.) What’s a good example of that ratio? ‘The Kate Moss shape is often referred to,’ says Mallucci. That modestly sized, natural-looking breast – and the one that I became familiar with working in the fashion industry in the 2010s – became the gold standard. I decided not to have a breast reconstruction. I felt that a mastectomy bra and breast sponge would be OK for me." Foam prostheses are also available. A foam prosthesis is lighter and cooler. It may be more suitable if you’re particularly active or you may find this style more comfortable in warmer weather. Alternatively, some prostheses are filled with polypropylene beads. These mould into the shape of the bra and, as air is able to circulate, they are also cooler. Realistic appearance: Silicone breast forms are designed to closely resemble the appearance of natural breasts, including details like skin texture, color, and movement.
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