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Will 250-275cc Silicone Breast Implant Result in a C Cup?

asked 2 years ago by smileej210 in queens ny
Latest answer by Ricardo A. Meade, MD
Question viewed 5,570 times
Tags: 090-109 lbs, 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in, silicone implant, 250-299cc

I am getting Breast Augmentation done in 2 weeks. I am currently a 32A cup 5'2" 105 lbs and I would like to be a C cup.

My surgeon is talking about placing a 250-275 cc Silicone breast implant. Do you think that will get me to be a C cup?

13 answers to Will 250-275cc Silicone Breast Implant Result in a C Cup?

The infamous C cup

Smilee, If you feel like you believe these blogs more than in your plastic surgeon, you don't need another implant...you need another plastic surgeon. Almost everybody your size wants a C cup. Well, almost everybody - some unique cases come to mind but it's good to hear that you want a reasonable result. We've all done patients your size, lots. This is a very tasteful choice and your plastic surgeon probably wants you to look classy so don't get too nervous by our blog comments.. we're just b more

Ricardo A. Meade, MD
Dallas Plastic Surgeon

It depends on many variables

When I see patients for breast enhancement, I will ask them what breast cup size they are now and what size they want to be. Based on their height, weight, age, whether or not they have had children, whether or not they have breast-fed, whether or not they have had significant weight change, are all contributing factors as to will be needed to achieve the result they're looking for. I encourage patients to bring in also to refer them to specific websites including my own where they can... more

Joseph M. Perlman, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

doctorperlman.com

Do not focus on cup size

It is important not to try to chase a cup size as these changes depending on the bra type. More focus on shape and look should be placed. However to address your concern this is a small implant and will not make you a C if you are an A. You need an average of 150-250 per cup size. Best of luck!

Hisham Seify, MD, PhD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Breast cup size

A general rule of thumb is that for every 175 to 200cc of implant volume equals an increase in one cup size. Therefore, to get an increase in 2 cup sizes you would need an implant aproximately 350 to 400cc. If availble, I would ask to look at some sizers and try them on. I think that is the best way to get an idea of what you'll like. Focus on the look you like rather than a cup size.

Robert M. Jensen, MD
Medford Plastic Surgeon

Bra cup size determination or prediction following breast enlargement or implant augmentation

There are no absolutes and no charts that can accurately predict your breast size cup following augmentation. Your best option is to try a 250 sizer on now and then place a soft elastic bra over this to "predict" your final volume if placing the implant submuscularly (under the muscle). Use a 275 sizer if placing the implant under the gland and over the muscle. Should you desire there are breast implant sizer kits available over the internet for purchase. Then place a desired C... more

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

What size implant will make me a "C" cup?

This is a very difficult question to answer. When I see a breast augmentation patient in consultation, I spend two or three hours in consultation prior to the surgical procedure. The reason for this is to have a frank discussion about size, proportions, wishes and desires. After that, the most important part is to take accurate measurements (not simply height, weight and bra size) about the chest size, nipple location, skin quality, skin pinch, etc. All of these factors go into the... more

Sirish Maddali, MD
Portland Plastic Surgeon

C cup usually requires at least 350-375 breast implant on someone your size

By far the most common complaint after breast augmentation is that patients wish they had gone larger. In my experience, in a patient with your size dimensions, a 250 to 275 implant usually gives an average B cup breast (yes bra sizes vary.) If you are set on filling most C cup bras then personally i would not go smaller than a 350cc moderate profile plus smooth round silicone gel breast implant.

Brooke R. Seckel, MD
Boston Plastic Surgeon

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Breast augmentation and cup size

The implant volume you describe may give you the size you want. The best way to give a rough estimate is to put the same volume of fluid in a baggy and place it in a loose fitting bra and blouse to see if you like the size. Remember, each bra company is different and it may not measure up the same in the different bras.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Breast implant sizes and cup sizes.

Hi! The implant sizes you are considering are reasonable estimates. For a woman of your size, 275 cc's will usually create a 2 cup size increase. But this is only an educated guess. The important point is that it is not your responsibility to pick breast implants. It is your surgeon's responsibility. All you need to do is tell your surgeon that you want to be a C cup, which sounds like a good goal. The final implant size should not be arbitrarily picked in advance. Your surgeon needs... more

George J. Beraka, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Cup size after breast implants

I agree. Without examining you, it is hard to tell what result you should expect. However, if you place an implant of the size you are getting into your bra, you can get an approximation of what to expect. Your surgeon's office should have various implants to try out. Good luck...

David Shafer, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Implant size

It's difficult to say without an exam and breast measurements but the implant range your surgeon proposed seems on the mark. You can't just place any size you want indiscrimitely without causing problems. I can also tell you that one of the most common complaints postop is "I should have went bigger". One of the ways to avoid this problem is to choose the larger size when presented with a range of volume sizes. Good luck!

Elan B. Singer, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Cup Size & Implants

My initial guess is that you would need a larger implant to achieve a C cup. Most plastic surgeons offer a sizing visit when you should be able to find the right sized implant. Bear in mind that many women are not properly fitted with bras and there is no standard cup size among manufacturers.