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Which Breast Implant Is Right for You?
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Which Breast Implant Is Right for You?
A Body-Type Guide at NANA Plastic Surgery
There is no single best implant, only the one that fits your body. Rib cage, tissue thickness, and the size you want all shape the choice. Here is how the four implant types at NANA compare, and how much your bust may change.
Choosing a breast implant is not about finding the single best product. Everyone's body conditions are different, including the rib cage, the thickness of the soft tissue, and the size you want, so the right implant has to be judged from several angles through a careful consultation with a specialist. At NANA Plastic Surgery in Seoul, the breast clinic works with four implant types, BOUNS, Motiva, Mentor, and Sebbin, and matches the type to your body rather than applying one product to everyone. This guide walks through what each implant is known for, and how much your bust measurement may change with size.
Key Takeaways
- There is no universally best implant. The right one depends on your rib cage, soft tissue thickness, and desired size, judged in consultation with a specialist.
- BOUNS is a newer type focused on holding the breast shape and a natural feel, with a wide range of sizes.
- Motiva (FDA approved 2024) suits a smaller rib cage and thin skin, lowering rippling risk and the chance of a foreign-body sensation.
- Mentor (FDA approved 2017) and Sebbin both suit asymmetry correction, with Mentor known for feel and proven safety and Sebbin for a firm, elastic shape.
- An implant of about 250 to 300cc, a common choice, increases the bust measurement by about 5 to 6cm, roughly 2 to 3 cup sizes.
How the Right Implant Is Chosen
Because each person's body conditions differ, the rib cage, the thickness of the soft tissue, and the desired size among them, the implant that suits you is found through a detailed consultation with a specialist who weighs these factors from multiple angles. The four types below each answer a different set of needs.
BOUNS, Motiva, Mentor, and Sebbin
BOUNS
BOUNS is a premium implant with a highly cohesive silicone gel and a durable multi-layer shell that gives strong recovery and long-term stability. An internal barrier layer lowers the chance of gel bleeding, and a refined range of profiles accounts for individual body shape and slight asymmetry, for a natural look and soft feel. It is offered in smooth and micro surface options. Standing, it falls in a natural teardrop shape; lying down, it spreads softly. It is registered and approved by Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS), and comes with a dedicated warranty program that supports free implant replacement when the warranty conditions are met.
- Best for a small frame or narrow rib cage, thanks to a size range designed for Asian body types
- Helps thin skin, minimizing rippling so the implant outline does not show
- Restores upper-breast volume lost after childbirth or weight change
- For those who want a natural silhouette that moves with the body
Motiva
Motiva is an ergonomically designed implant offered in Round and Ergonomix ranges. Its TrueMonobloc technology holds a uniform tension across the whole surface for a natural feel while reducing the immune response and the risk of capsular contracture. The silicone gel flows like real tissue, spreading softly when lying down and forming a teardrop shape when standing. A Blue Seal barrier layer lowers the risk of gel bleeding, and a built-in Q Inside Safety Technology UDI stores the implant's identification details. Motiva received final FDA approval in 2024, and the clinic reports a 10-year rupture rate below 1%. A warranty is offered on Motiva Ergonomix with Q, covering re-operation for rupture or grade 3 to 4 capsular contracture within 5 years of surgery.
- For those who prefer a natural feel and movement
- For those who value long-term safety and stability
- For those who want a digital tracking and management system
- For a small rib cage and thin skin, keeping the outline from showing
- For those who want to minimize a foreign-body sensation
Mentor
Mentor, by Johnson & Johnson, is one of the longest-used implants in the world, with FDA safety certification in 2017. It uses a thin but firm shell with a high-density 100% fill gel that minimizes volume loss and rippling and holds volume and shape over time. It is available in several options, including Mentor Boost, Mentor Xtra, and Mentor Smooth, so the type can be matched to the individual. Mentor also promises a lifetime replacement policy across its full range when a re-operation is needed due to an implant problem.
- Suited to correcting asymmetry with a range of types
- For those to whom feel is important
- For those who want an implant from a trusted company
- For those who prioritize proven, long-established safety
Sebbin
Sebbin is a French implant with over 30 years of history, used in more than 75 countries and valued for its balance of quality and cost. It holds European CE and ISO certification and is approved by Korea's MFDS. A high-elasticity silicone gel gives a feel close to real breast tissue, and a micro-textured surface improves adhesion while helping reduce capsular contracture. An eight-layer shell withstands about 40% more pressure than the international standard, and a strong shell-and-gel bond lowers the risk of filler leakage if the implant ruptures. It comes in four types to suit different body shapes, in round and anatomic (teardrop) options. As some Sebbin products may not hold US FDA certification, it is worth confirming which certification the specific product carries.
- Sublimity, a very fine high-micro-texture surface, for those who want both feel and stability, or have thin skin and contracture concerns
- Integrity, a semi-smooth surface, for thin skin and those who prioritize a soft, natural feel
- Purity, a traditional micro-texture surface, for strong fixation, contracture prevention, and a defined line
Not sure which implant fits your body type? Our breast clinic team can review your situation with the specialists, with no obligation.
Predicting Your Bust Size by Implant Volume
Recently, many people choose an implant of about 250 to 300cc. In that case, the bust measurement increases by about 5 to 6cm after surgery, which is roughly 2 to 3 cup sizes.
| Implant volume | Approx. bust increase | Approx. cup change |
|---|---|---|
| About 100cc | About 2cm | Reference point |
| About 250 to 300cc | About 5 to 6cm | About 2 to 3 cup sizes |
These figures are a general guide. Actual sizing can differ by individual body type, so the right volume is confirmed during your consultation.
Implant Sizing Charts by Brand
Each implant type comes in a range of volumes, projections, and base widths. The charts below are a manufacturer reference only. Your actual size is confirmed during consultation, since it depends on your rib cage, tissue thickness, and goals.
BOUNS
BOUNS is offered in five projection profiles, from Low to High (models BRMS-L, BRMS-LP, BRMS-M, BRMS-MP, and BRMS-H), across base diameters of about 11.25 to 12.50cm, with volumes from about 200 to 425cc.
Motiva
Motiva is available in Round and Ergonomix ranges, each in Mini, Demi, Full, and Corsé profiles, across base widths of about 8.5 to 15cm, with volumes from about 105 to 1050cc.
Mentor
Mentor MemoryGel Xtra is offered in SILTEX microtextured and smooth surfaces, in Moderate Plus and High profiles, with volumes from about 130 to 790cc.
Sebbin
Sebbin is offered in four projection profiles, from low to full, across base widths of about 85 to 165mm, with volumes from about 80 to 650mL.
Matching Concern to Implant
| If you want | Often suited |
|---|---|
| The newest type and a natural feel | BOUNS |
| A small rib cage or thin skin, less rippling | Motiva |
| Asymmetry correction with proven safety | Mentor |
| A firm, elastic shape on a small rib cage | Sebbin |
This is a general starting point only. The right implant for you is confirmed through a consultation that considers your rib cage, tissue, and goals together.
A Dedicated Breast Clinic
Among many plastic surgery clinics, NANA is a dedicated breast clinic with deep knowledge and technique across breast augmentation, reduction, and breast surgery.
Breast-Focused Expertise
A dedicated breast clinic covering augmentation, reduction, and breast surgery, so implant selection is guided by breast-specific experience.
Four Implant Options
BOUNS, Motiva, Mentor, and Sebbin are all offered, so the type can be matched to your body rather than a single product.
Consultation-Led Selection
The implant is chosen from multiple angles in a detailed consultation with a specialist, based on your rib cage, tissue, and goals.
A Lifetime Breast Doctor
NANA describes its role as a lifetime breast doctor who understands you, supporting care beyond the surgery itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose the right breast implant?
Which implant suits a small rib cage or thin skin?
Which implant is best for correcting asymmetry?
How much will my bust size increase with an implant?
What are BOUNS and Motiva implants known for?
Are breast implants FDA approved?
Do the implants come with a warranty?
How durable is the Motiva implant?
Medical Disclaimer: This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Complications such as bleeding, infection, and inflammation can occur after surgery, and subjective satisfaction can vary from person to person. Suitability, technique, recovery, and expected results can only be determined through a personal consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon at NANA Plastic Surgery.
