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Exploring the Ideal of Breast Beauty: A Morphometric Analysis Based on the Opinions of the Brazilian Population.

Camila Cristina Valério Ferraz, Paulo Afonso Monteiro Pacheco Guimarães, Gabriel de Almeida Arruda Felix, Aline Tomoe Kobashikawa, Patrick Mallucci, Miguel Sabino Neto

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Camila Cristina Valério FerrazDivision of Plastic Surgery, Federal University of São Paulo, Rua Botucatu, 720 - 2nd floor, São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil. camilacrvalerio@gmail.com.ORCID 0000-0002-7394-3603
Paulo Afonso Monteiro Pacheco GuimarãesDivision of Plastic Surgery, Federal University of São Paulo, Rua Botucatu, 720 - 2nd floor, São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.
Gabriel de Almeida Arruda FelixDivision of Plastic Surgery, Federal University of São Paulo, Rua Botucatu, 720 - 2nd floor, São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.
Aline Tomoe KobashikawaFederal University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.
Patrick MallucciMallucci London, 13 Crescent Place, London, SW3 2EA, UK.
Miguel Sabino NetoDivision of Plastic Surgery, Federal University of São Paulo, Rua Botucatu, 720 - 2nd floor, São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.

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Background The quest to identify parameters deemed optimal for breast aesthetics holds paramount significance in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. The definition of ideal breast beauty, however, is subject to cultural variations and diverse standards, necessitating a detailed understanding. Objective This study delves into the perspectives of the Brazilian population regarding the aesthetics of the female breast. Methods A selection of images portraying variations in the distribution of upper and lower pole ratios across four distinct proportion models (35:65, 45:55, 50:50, and 55:45) was presented to participants. Through a meticulously crafted questionnaire administered via Google Forms, respondents were tasked with identifying the images they deemed most beautiful and attractive. Comprehensive demographic data of the study participants were gathered and subsequently correlated with their group-specific opinions. Results A total of 3744 questionnaire responses were collected 228 of which were from plastic surgeons/residents. The average age was 35 years, with 55.3% being women. Notably, breasts featuring a ratio of 45:55 emerged as the consensus choice for the epitome of beauty, garnering preference from 73% of the general population, 68% of women, 78% of men, and an equal 78% of plastic surgeons. This preference was consistent across all regions of the country. Conclusion Breasts with a ratio of 45:55 were universally deemed the most aesthetically pleasing. Similarly, breasts with a 50:50 ratio of breast tissue emerged as the next preferred choice. These insights contribute valuable perspectives on aesthetic considerations in breast surgery within the unique cultural context of Brazil.Level of Evidence IV This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266 .

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BeautyBreastEstheticsMammaplastyAdultBrazilFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedSurveys and QuestionnairesYoung AdultAnthropometryBeautyBreastPlastic surgerySurveys and questionnaires

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