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Breast Diameter - Breast Implant Size

I am planning my breast augmentation for a few months time from now. I have been researching every aspect of this procedure. I have chosen to use...

16 doctor answers

Rules for Matching Breast Implant Diameter to BWD?

How closely do you try to match the diameter of the implant to measured BWD (Breast Width Diameter)? Within .5cm? 1.0cm? Do you ever go over, and if...

7 doctor answers

Confused About BWD Meaning. I Am 12.5 Cm Should my Implant Diameter Be Less Than That?

A surgeon I consulted suggested that my ideal implant size is about 300 cc (HP) maximum to avoid looking too fake. I am an A cup and would like to go...

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I Am Wanting 550 or 600cc Breast Implants, is That Too Big for my Frame? (photos)

Re-post with photos: I am 33 years old, 5'6", 155lbs, small 36C....had 1 child, breast feed and lost volume. I had a consult and decided to...

7 doctor answers | 2 community comments

Natrelle Style 45 HP for 12 BWD and 28 Inch Ribcage?

I had a consult with a PS who suggests Natrelle Style 45 HP 320 or 360 to go from a 32A to a 32 full C or small D. My breast width is 12 and my...

7 doctor answers | 1 community comment

11.7cm or 11.2cm Breast Implants for a 13cm BWD?

I'm going to be getting moderate profile silicone implants by Allergan combined with a periareolar lift. My doctor is going to use the dual plane...

9 doctor answers

Can I Have Larger Implants Without Having the Fake Look? (Photos)

I am 5'7", 125lb. I have a BWD of 11.9. Will 400cc HP Implants make me look fake? I tried on the sizers and found that I liked the 400 cc...

7 doctor answers

Does Having 2 Different BWD Measurements Impact Results This Much?

SO I am truly disappointed. My 2 week post op was yesterday and apparently I am deformed. My breasts were the same size before augmentation, both were...

2 doctor answers | 1 community comment

Is it Normal for BWD measurements to vary from surgeon to surgeon?

I'm Getting Conflicting BWD Measurements - 13 BWD and 11.3 BWD.  I'm a Little Worried That Two Surgeons Could Vary by Nearly 2cm I...

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What is a Safe Range to Stay in when Matching the Diameter of a Breast Implant to Your Bwd?

When choosing a breast implant to match your bwd, how close do you have to be? Is there a range that is safe or recommended? Is going over 1 cm really...

9 doctor answers

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