How to Use the Implants Catalog

Arbrea Breast provides an intuitive and comprehensive Implants Catalog, allowing surgeons to select and simulate different breast implants efficiently. This guide walks you through the step-by-step process of using the Implants Catalog to enhance your pre-operative consultations.

Opening the Implants Catalog #

1. Open Arbrea Breast and navigate to the 3D viewer.
2. Locate the Implants option on the side or above the screen.
3. Click on Implants to open the catalogue.

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Selecting a Brand from the Catalog #

1. The Implants Catalog supports a wide variety of brands (Allergan, Motiva, Politech, Silimed, CG Aesthetics…)
2. If a previous implant selection exists, it will be displayed by default.
3. To select a different brand, scroll through the available options.
4. Click on your preferred brand to proceed (e.g., Mentor).

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Choosing an Implant from the Catalog #

1. After selecting a brand, you will see various implant lines.
2. Choose a specific implant type (e.g., Memory Gel Extra Smooth).
3. Once selected, a list of available implant options will be displayed.

Filtering the Catalog #

1. Due to the large number of implants available, filtering is essential.
2. You can filter implants based on:
   • Diameter: Adjust to find implants with a specific base diameter.
   • Volume: Filter implants by their volume (e.g., 355cc).
   • Projection: Select between different projections, such as moderate high.
3. Once filters are applied, only relevant implants matching your criteria will be displayed.

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Applying an Implant to One Breast Only #

1. Once an implant is selected, choose whether to apply it to:
   • Right breast
   • Left breast
   • Both breasts
2. This allows for asymmetrical implant selections if needed.

Choosing the Implant Plane #

1. Define the placement of the implant by selecting one of the following options:
   • Subglandular
   • Submuscular
   • Dual plane
2. This choice impacts the final simulation and should align with the surgical plan.

Refining the Simulation with the Shapes Tool #

1. If the initial result does not match expectations, refine the simulation using the Shape Tool.
2. Modify the implant’s horizontal positioning or vertical placement to better fit the patient’s anatomy.

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Saving & Comparing Implant Simulations with Bookmarks #

1. To compare multiple implant options, use the Bookmark feature.
2. Steps to compare implants:
   • Select and apply the first implant.
   • Bookmark the result.
   • Select another implant (e.g., smaller size or different projection).
   • Bookmark this second selection.
3. This allows surgeons to visually compare different implant choices before making a final decision.

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Conclusion #

The Implants Catalog in Arbrea Breast simplifies implant selection with brand variety, detailed filtering, and advanced simulation options. By utilizing filtering tools, shape refinements, and the bookmarking feature, surgeons can enhance consultations and achieve precise pre-operative planning.

For more guidance, watch the full video tutorial here.