Is 325 Cc the Right Size for Me?

I am 5'1" and 110 lbs. I am currently a 32" small B cup. I want to end up a small D cup. I am a little afraid that 325cc may be slightly too large for my body size and frame. My surgeon feels confident that this is an appropriate increase to augment my size nicely. Can anyone offer perspective as to what size I could expect to be on outcome of 325cc silicone augmentation? Thank you

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Breast implant sizing choices

In general I think 325 cc is a conservative choice in silicone gel breast implants. I am not sure it will get you to a small D cup but I think you will most likely be happy with the result. I cannot say for sure without seeing your anatomy and taking measurements. The plastic surgeon can also consider using gel sizers at the time of surgery to ensure the best choice of size that fits your frame and choose then. I try to council patients to not get "married to a number" with... more

Everyone worries about implants being too big--until after surgery! Then they want to go bigger.

Unfortunately, this is a common if not almost universal concern. Most women don't want to be "too big" after surgery, or have an unnatural look. Many confess the worry that others may "notice" and judge them unfavorably. Women end up arguing with their plastic surgeons over 25 or 50cc (which is less than 1-2 ounces, and not even visible when distributed over a whole breast's volume). You're in good company! Let me reassure you that adding 325cc implants will add just over 1 1/3 cup sizes... more

Implant choice

A good "rough" test is to perform a "baggy test" and see how the volume looks in your bra with a tight t-shirt over it. This will tie a rough idea if the volume is too much.

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Outcome of 325cc implant

Hi, the outcome of a specific implant size cannot be predicted at all. it will depend on several factors that can only be assessed during a proper physical examination. in general a 325cc implant theoretically should increase the cup size by more than one size, so your surgeon might be right, but you need to review other patients pictures and find out how the same implant can give different results in different people.

Best Breast Implant Size for Me?

Unfortunately, without direct examination and a full communication of your goals it is not possible to give you good advice in regards to the best breast implant size/profile that will help achieve your goals. In my practice, the use of photographs of “goal” pictures (and breasts that are too big or too small) is very helpful. I have found that the use of words such as “natural” or "small D cup” etc means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful. ... more

Breast Implant Sizes

Without seeing you in person and/or reviewing pre-op photos, it shard to give yoga good recommendation for breast implant sizes. It really depends on your measurements, your anatomy, you skin/tissue thickness and your expectations for surgery. In our office we use the VECTRA 3D simulation machine which can show you in 3D the results of different implants in your own body. We then take various size sample implant and have you try them in your bra. This way, you get a... more

Right Size

It is impossible to give you an exact answer without having the chance to get some measurements in person. As a Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic surgery, I use biodimensional planning to deterimine a proper size range for you. The size range gives a better idea of what size to choose. We also offer 3D video imaging to give you a chance to "see" what you might expect to look like. Finally, no one can guarantee cup size since not all bras are created equal.... more

Implant sizing

It is impossible to comment except in the abstract without a photo and examination. First, cup sizes are variable by company and you should not focus on this but, instead, on the desired size. This requires discussion with your plastic surgeon. I do not think that, in general, 325 cc is a large implant for someone with small B cup breasts, however, although your petite stature may militate toward a slightly smaller size. Many women have size regret, though, that they did not opt for the... more

Is 325 Cc the Right Size for Me?

The only way you will know for sure is to have the impants inside you, modified by your skin, breast tissue and muscle. If your surgeon is going to the operating room with a single set of implants with the hopes that they will be right, you may want to get more opinions. There are no hard and fast rules as to which volume gives what cup size, the two are not directly related as too many other factors are involved. We go to the OR with several sizes of implants, then use test implants... more

Choosing a cup size

It is impossible to say what cup size you will be because one implant may give a B cup in one person and a D cup in another. Cup size is determined by your chest circumference vs the circumference around the nipples. the existing body type and breast size have a lot to do with your final outcome cup size. HOWEVER, don't worry about the cup size. Try different sizers and make sure you like what you see in the mirror. When I see patients I ask about their desired cup... more