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What Is the Best Profile for Breast Implants?

January 19, 2026

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When you choose to undergo breast augmentation, you’ll have several decisions to make beyond implant size. One of the most important yet often misunderstood options is breast implant profile. The implant profile can significantly affect your final look, influencing how much your breasts project from the chest wall. The implant profile, along with implant size, strongly determines the final appearance of your breasts that can be achieved through a breast augmentation.

At the Arizona Center for Breast Surgery, Dr. Steven H. Turkeltaub provides expert guidance to help you select the best implant for your anatomy, goals and lifestyle. This blog explains what breast implant profiles are, the differences among low, moderate, high (full) and ultra-high (extra-full) profiles and which patients may benefit most from each. (This profile nomenclature does depend on the implant manufacturer.)

Breast augmentation, commonly referred to as a “boob job” or a breast enlargement, is a popular procedure for those looking to enhance their breast size and overall appearance.

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What Does “Implant Profile” Mean?

The implant profile is the extent to which the implant projects outward from the chest wall for a given volume. It is not the same as implant volume. For example, a moderate-profile and a high-profile implant may have the same volume (measured in cc) but the high-profile version will have a narrower base and greater forward projection whereas the moderate profile has a broader base and less projection.

Choosing the right profile helps match the implant with your anatomy and breast appearance goals including whether natural and subtle or rounder and fuller. The implant’s projection also depends on the amount of natural breast tissue present as this tissue works with the implant to determine the final shape and contour.

Low-Profile Silicone Breast Implants

Low-profile implants have the widest base and the least projection. This implant style is far more appropriate for patients with wider chests or broad shoulders. They can also provide a more natural, limited enlargement for those women who have a lot of breast tissue and only need a little more volume.

Ideal candidates for low-profile breast implants are:

Low-profile implants are less commonly used today but they can still be ideal in some instances where a conservative anatomically balanced result is preferred.

Moderate Profile Silicone Breast Implants

Moderate profile implants offer a balance between base width and projection. These implants can be placed either above or below the pectoralis major muscle depending on the desired outcome. They are the most commonly selected implant profile for a natural-looking yet noticeable enhancement (a common approach in augmentation mammoplasty nowadays).

Ideal candidates for moderate profile implants are:

These implants are a popular choice for patients looking for proportionate results that enhance breast shape without being overly dramatic.

Full or High-Profile Silicone Breast Implants

High-profile (full) implants have a narrower base and even more forward projection. They are more often used for patients with smaller frames or those seeking a rounder, fuller and more prominent breast appearance. High-profile implants can create a distinctly augmented breast look which is often sought after by patients who desire a dramatic result.

Ideal candidates for high-profile silicone breast implants are:

High-profile implants can create dramatic cleavage when the breasts are closer together and result in a bolder cosmetic outcome.

Extra Full or Ultra High-Profile Silicone Breast Implants

The ultra high-profile (extra full) implants have an even narrower base and even more forward projection. They are most often used for patients with smaller frames who want a substantial enlargement with a rounder, fuller appearance and those who want a very large, push-up type look. The appearance is even more dramatic than that of the high-profile implants.

How to Choose the Best Profile for Your Breast Augmentation

The implant profile that would be most appropriate for you depends on multiple factors including:

The choice of implant type and placement method will also affect the details of the surgical procedure including the type and location of surgical incisions.

During your consultation, Dr. Turkeltaub will evaluate your anatomy and listen carefully to your preferences. He uses precise measurements and detailed surgical planning to recommend the implant profile that best matches your body and goals.

Breast Implant Profile Is Just One Piece of the Puzzle

While implant profile plays a crucial role in your final result, it’s just one of several important decisions to be made for your breast augmentation to facilitate obtaining your desired results. In addition to the obvious selection of implant size, other significant variables include fill material (silicone versus saline), incision location and placement above versus below the muscle. Of course, selecting an experienced, reputable and excellent plastic surgeon, board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, is a must.

Pursuing Your Breast Augmentation with Dr. Turkeltaub

With the right approach, breast augmentation can be a transformative experience — not just for your figure but for your confidence. Dr. Steven H. Turkeltaub has more than 38 years of experience in Scottsdale performing customized breast augmentations that deliver the aesthetically pleasing results desired by his patients. He is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and specializes in cosmetic breast surgery.

Start your journey by consulting with Dr. Turkeltaub and learning more about your state-of-the-art breast augmentation options. You can either call the Arizona Center for Breast Surgery at (480) 451-3000 to schedule your consultation or reach us through our online form.