Riverside Plastic Surgeons

Now AA Cup, Will a 325cc Give Me a FULL B?

I'm currently a AA super small and want a Full B cup. Today I went to try out different sizes. I chose the 325...will that give me. Full b cup bra size? My width is 14 across I believe for each breast.

Communication with your plastic surgeon is key - as your surgeon it is our job to guide you to a safe and aesthetic result based upon your individual anatomy.  Your measurements should give your surgeon a range of implant sizes that would be acceptable for your body.  From here you can work with your surgeon to pick the size you like.  My best suggestion is to buy that "full B" bra that you want to fill and recheck your sizing.  The sizing is very similar to the shape and size you will be after surgery.  Be aware that a B bra varies between manufacturer and by band size ie. 32B vs 36B.

Della C. Bennett, MD

Riverside Plastic Surgeon

How Long Will I of Had to Stop Smoking Before I Can Get Breast Implants?

Smoking decreases the bodies ability to heal wounds, as well as increasing lung mucus production making a post-operative pneumonia more common.  In surgeries with small incisions and limited interruption of the blood supply, such as a breast augmentation, a person can have a reasonable recovery without quitting smoking.  For larger surgeries such as facelifts, and tummy tucks a minimum of six weeks without smoking is needed.  It is advisable to stop smoking because of the increased risk of many types of cancer, medical complications, and damaging and aging the skin!

Della C. Bennett, MD

Riverside Plastic Surgeon

Would Like 700cc Implants, Why are Some Doctors Against That Size? (photo)

So I had a consultation with my PS. I tried on 700 cc sizers and he said I could do 700s (I LOVED them). By reading alot of Q&A's on here I found that most PS's on here are against implants 600+ ... if they are damaging or bad why would my PS recommend them for me? He is board certified and has worked on 4 of my girlfriends and they have amazing results so I want to say he is experienced. Im just confused any help is appreciated!

This is a very good question.  When choosing your breast implant size there are certain factors that should influence the surgeon and patient.  What is the patients breast diameter?  How much natural breast tissue is available to cover the implant? Does the patient want to look obviously augmented?  Does the patient mind that the large breast size may make her look overweight?  These are important questions because in a smaller patient the larger implant sizes can thin the natural tissue and make the implant more visible through the skin. Also try "wearing" the sizer implants for a day to see if the weight on your shoulders is comfortable.  The goal of any plastic surgeon is to make sure you are well educated heading into your decision for breast augmentation, this prevents any regrets or surprises.

Della C. Bennett, MD

Riverside Plastic Surgeon