5'8", 136lb, Under Muscle - 330cc vs. 360cc?

asked 1 year ago by bella70 in Chattanooga, TN
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Tags: 130-149 lbs, 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in, under muscle, 300-349cc, 350-399cc, implant size

i like the look of 330 cc.. i am 5 ft 8 136 lbs but my surgeon tells me to go 360 because after going under breast muscle i will have the 330 look..? or will i be to big and look fake?

10 answers to 5'8", 136lb, Under Muscle - 330cc vs. 360cc?

Should you or your plastic surgeon make the final determination on implant size?

The difference in size is not much - one ounce - but it still can result in some differences of appearance though not extremely major. You want to make absolutely sure that your plastic surgeon understands the look that you want before proceding. My recommendation would be to leave it up to his/her judgement at the time of surgery as many factors can affect the final appearance. You don't want to settle for a lesser result just because you insisted on a particular size that may not... more

Steven Turkeltaub, MD
Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon

www.turkeltaub.com

Breast implant sizing

T is very important to communicate your size goals with your surgeon. 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 “C cup” or "fake looking" means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful. Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

330 vs. 360cc implant?

30 cc is a very subtle difference which you will likely be unable to appreciate. With the patient's permission, I generally order a range of implants, one above and below the patient's selection, and confirm that the size the patient chose looks the best at the time of surgery, based on the patient's expressed wishes. Make sure your doctor has a true sense of what you want, and then I would leave it up to his or her judgment. 30 cc is not really a significant... more

B. Aviva Preminger, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

30cc is a very tiny amount.

30ccs is a very tiny measurement. Your PS is recommending going a little bigger than 300 because when placed under the muscle, you loose some of the size. see video

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Implants under the pectoral muscle will look slightly smaller

Generally speaking, if you like the look of a 330cc implant, you may need a slightly larger implant to achieve that look at the time of surgery. I recommend trying on several sizes before committing but 360cc sounds like a reasonable option as long as you have enough soft tissue/breast tissue to prevent rippling. You can also consider the option of silicone implants to minimize rippling or wrinkling. I use 3D imaging to assist in the sizing process which eliminates any... more

William Bruno, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

330 or 360cc?

I always suggest that if a patient is having difficulty choosing between two sizes, to go with the larger implant. In any event 30cc is about an ounce - not much to worry about.

Eric Pugash, MD
Vancouver Plastic Surgeon

www.vancouvercosmeticsurgery.ca

Selecting the best implant for you

First, 30cc will not be a big difference in outcome. In your case, I would try implant sizers in your plastic surgeon's office to see what size you like best. And talk with your surgeon to finalize your choice. I consider two factors when selecting implants for my patients: 1.Dimensional planning 2.Gel Implant Sizing system Dimensional planning – The measurements of your chest wall are taken. Also, the breast dimensions including the height,... more

C. Bob Basu, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

Will a 30 cc difference make a big difference?

30 cc is actually a very small different and most surgeons will adjust you upwards following sizing to account for placement beneath the muscle. That being said, the size is probably very appropriate for you. I hope that helps! see video

Gregory A. Buford, MD
Denver Plastic Surgeon

www.beautybybuford.com

Implant choices

A thirty cc difference in implants will not make a big difference. Go with either one and you probably will be happy.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

What Size Breast Implant Are Best

Either will be fine. If patients desire smaller I do smaller. The difference between 360 and 330 is minimal so go with what you want. You will look fine in either. However 90% of patients a year later wish they had gone larger so it may be best to listen to your surgeon. There is so little difference. If the surgeon and you were 100 cc apart there would be concern but 30 cc means both of you are correct... more