The women from Oahu, Maui, Kauai, throughout Hawaii and from all over the world who visit Dr. Shim Ching for breast augmentation usually have an image in mind when they discuss their cosmetic goals with him. He understands that the breast implants his Honolulu breast augmentation patients choose play a big part in the outcome of their surgery. Because there are so many choices to make, including size, shape, and implant material (silicone or saline), Dr. Ching takes the time to help each patient select the options best suited to her cosmetic goals.
If you’re considering breast augmentation, Dr. Ching encourages you to request a consultation to meet with him in Honolulu and review your choices for breast implants. You can also call (808) 207-7345 to schedule an appointment.
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
This woman came to Dr. Shim Ching's practice for a Circumareolar Breast Lift procedure with implants in Honolulu, Hawaii. This lift reduced the size of the areola and improves the shape of the breast with minimal scarring.
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This woman came to Dr. Shim Ching's practice for a Breast Lift procedure with implants in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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This woman came to Dr. Shim Ching's practice for a Breast Lift procedure with implants in Honolulu, Hawaii. She had a breast reduction 7 years prior by another surgeon.
View Photo Gallery Schedule a consultationSize is one of the first decisions patients ask about when choosing their breast implants. You should be aware that Dr. Ching may suggest a smaller breast implant size than you want. His advice comes from years of experience and knowledge in breast augmentation. He understands that when choosing the size of your breast implants, it’s important to take into account your:
Implants are measured in cubic centimeters (denoted as “cc”), but Dr. Ching suggests discussing the cup size you desire during your consultation to help him visualize your goal.
Your breast augmentation goals and your lifestyle will be your main contribution to the consultation. Questions to consider include:
In these matters, Dr. Ching will only be aware of what you tell him. It’s important that you have thought these things over before coming into our office. You will have the opportunity to try various sizes of implants during your consultation to help you decide.
Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Shim Ching is one of Hawaii’s most renowned physicians for aesthetic procedures of the face, breast, and body. His attention to detail, skill, and mastery of surgical techniques produce remarkable, natural-looking results.
Implants can be either round or teardrop-shaped, with the latter also known as anatomically shaped. Round implants generally produce a fuller appearance that creates more cleavage. Teardrop-shaped implants have more volume in the lower portion and more closely resemble the slope of natural breasts.
A breast implant’s profile refers to how much it projects outward from your chest. A low-profile implant is wider at the base, but doesn’t project very much. Moderate, moderate plus, and high profile implants have narrower bases and project out more from the chest.
Implants can be filled with either saline or silicone gel. Each type of implant has unique benefits but may limit choices for incision placement. Many women believe that the latest generation of cohesive silicone gel implants look and feel more like natural breasts than saline implants. The highly cohesive gel implants often called “gummy bear” implants, are very popular.
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