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34B/ 32C - Want to Be Large D. How Many CCs Do I Need?

asked 1 year ago by Palm Springs2568 in Palm Springs, CA
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
Question viewed 285 times
Tags: age 18-24, 110-129 lbs, C cup, implant size

I am 24 y/o, 115 lbs 2 children, both were bf for over 6 mos

6 answers to 34B/ 32C - Want to Be Large D. How Many CCs Do I Need?

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There's an app for that!

Every doctor has his/her own way of determining the right volume implant to use to get you to the cup size you want to be.  Still, no one can guarantee a cup size because bra manufacturers do not have standard cup sizes.  Also, if you find a hundred different before/after pictures of patients on the internet who are your basic height, weight, and body frame, they may all have different sized implants and they may all look good.  It is not like putting bumpers on... more
Edwin C. Pound, III, MD

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon
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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 dissection of... more
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

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Implant selection

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, width, and current dimensions of each breast form the basis of dimensional planning. Based on these measurements, the implant size is recommended. This will give you a unique breast implant that is suited for your body frame. Even your... more
C. Bob Basu, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon
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Exam is necessary to help choose implant size.

It is impossible to advise you which size to choose based on your information you provided.  Size is a complex decision that is not only based upon your height, weight and current cup/bra size but ALSO on also on your breast diameter, waist, shoulder, and skin envelope measurements. These can only be assessed in person during a consultation. A good place to start is using my "Find your perfect size" tool listed in the left hand column of my bodysculptor.com home page.... more
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Size selection

You need to go into your board certified plastic surgeon's office and use the sizers in his office in a bra and see which size seems right for you.  There's really no other way of telling what you want to look like. Best Wishes
Ricardo A. Meade, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
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Implant choices

Without a formal exam it is difficult to say what volume of implant would be best for you.  You can get an idea by doing a baggy test and seeing what you like.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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