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Plastic surgeon breast shape preferences vary significantly by country, age, and practice type. Understanding these global aesthetic differences is crucial for successful patient outcomes in breast surgery.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Aesthetic Surgery
  • Surgical Research

Background:

  • Limited discussion exists on plastic surgeons' breast shape preferences.
  • Aesthetic preferences are influenced by multiple factors.
  • Objective criteria for breast attractiveness have been a focus.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To understand differences in plastic surgeons' personal aesthetic perceptions of breast shape.
  • To explore the relationship between these perceptions and surgeon demographics, cultural background, and practice type.

Main Methods:

  • An interactive online survey with digitally altered breast models was developed.
  • The survey was translated and distributed globally to plastic surgeons.
  • Analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used to analyze preferences based on demographic and practice data.

Main Results:

  • 614 responses from 29 countries revealed significant international variations in preferences for upper pole fullness and areola size.
  • Surgeon age, sex, and practice type (academic vs. private) showed significant relationships with breast shape preferences.
  • No significant differences were found based on surgeons' self-reported ethnicity.

Conclusions:

  • Surgeon's country of residence, age, and practice type significantly influence breast shape preferences.
  • These findings are critical for patients and surgeons in cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgery.
  • Considering cultural and international variability is essential for defining aesthetic outcomes and achieving patient satisfaction.