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280cc or 300cc... and Which Profile Type?

I am 5'1", about 105 lbs, breast measurement is 9.5". I have 2 children. My PS recommened that I get submuscular, smooth, round, high profile implants with a CC volume of 280 - 300. I cant decide which of the two is better for my body. I am also concerned that round, high profile implants will look very unnatural. PLEASE ADVISE!! My surgery is 4 days away....Post-Op expectations: Not too large not too small with the most natural look possible. I would like to be a small C.

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5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in 250-299cc 300-349cc 090-109 lbs implant size profile

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16 Doctor Answers | Asked by Atlanta3782 in Atlanta, GA

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Understanding Your Options: Ask your Surgeon

Your questions are good ones and are best addressed in consultation with your surgeon. Though 20cc will hardly make the difference between just right and too big (or too small!), you have some reasonable concerns about shape, and getting a particular look. High profile implants are useful for a fuller rounder breast, not necessarily a "natural look." Discuss your concerns with your surgeon so you can be confident about your choice.

Implant dimensions for a natural look

You need to decide on your priorities: for a 'natural' look- the implant base diameter must fit within the base width of your breast, with at least some 'room to spare'. This is THE most important consideration for a natural result. A 'high profile' implant merely stuffs more volume into a smaller implant footprint- nothing 'natural' about that. Call up your plastic surgeon today and have him go over implant sizing with you.

Breast implant sizing

Much of the final “look” achieved after breast augmentation surgery depends on several factors: 1. The initial shape, size (volume of breast tissue), symmetry of the patient's breasts. In general, the better the preoperative breast appearance the more likely the breast augmentation “look” will be optimal. 2. The experience/skill level of the surgeon is important in determining the final outcome. For example, the accurate and gentle... more

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20 cc is not enough to notice in a breast implant

You truly won't be able to tell the difference between a 280 cc implant and a 300 cc implant, so don't stress about that part. As far as the implant profile goes, you need to have the one that fits your chest width. The measurement you gave isn't useful (9.5"?), so I can only guess which implant works for you. If you are as petite as I'm imagining, then a high profile implant will be narrow enough to fit well onto your chest wall. A small enough... more

Implant Size Differences

I hope you are recovering well and not fretting over whether you chose 280 or 300... they difference is so small that it shouldn't even be appreciable (4 tsp). Focus on healing and following your surgeon's instructions and I wish you the best in achieving the look that you wanted. Regardless, you will be fuller and larger and that is guaranteed. I hope your distance between your breasts is satisfactory to you. Enjoy your new shape and hoping it fulfulls all of more

Curtis Wong, MD

7 reviews

Redding Plastic Surgeon

High profile implants

For patients with a narrow chest, an HP implant is a great choice. As for the volume this is reviewed carefully with patients prior to surgery in my office.

Steven Wallach, MD

13 reviews

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

High profile implants

From your measurements, you sound petite. High profile implants are sometimes necessary to achieve the desired cup size when your chest is narrow. That said, the larger the implant, the rounder it may look. Some patients find this desireable, some find this unatural.

Stop worrying!

Obviously you are getting a high profile implant. We are basically taking about a tablespoon of difference and a tenth of a millimeter difference in projection and width. If you are that concerned see your doctor asap and discuss your concerns.

280 vs 300 cc implant: barely a difference

Let me put this is perspective the difference between 280cc and 300 cc is one tablespoon plus one teaspoon.

How to pick breast implant sizes and shapes.

1) This is the most common type of question on RealSelf. 2) It is the surgeon's job to pick the right breast implants, not the patient's. Implant selection is really pretty technical. 3) Make sure your surgeon REALLY understands the look you want. Mentioning a cup size is not enough. Show your surgeon pictures of breasts you like. 4) Then your surgeon has to tell you if your chosen look is realistic for your anatomy. The most common mistake is to go too big. 5) I... more

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