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Im 5"10 and 150 Pounds I'm Really Slim on Top What Size Implants Should I Get?!

asked 1 year ago by Aurora1433
Latest answer by Andrew P. Giacobbe, MD
Question viewed 3,627 times
Tags: 150-169 lbs, 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in, A cup, A to C cup, implant size, thin

Hello, I'm getting breast implants in July. My current breast size is a 32A. I'm really slim on top, I would like to know what would be a good implant size for me to get. I would like to be a full C/ small D.

15 answers to Im 5"10 and 150 Pounds I'm Really Slim on Top What Size Implants Should I Get?!

Choosing the ideal breast implant size

There are a number of factors that go into determining the ideal implant for a persons frame. Firstly, you have to appreciate your anatomy and existing breast tissue, the chest (and breast) width, the position of your nipple and how big you would like to be after the implants are in place. None of this can be decided on a photograph alone and you should consult with a plastic surgeon who can discuss with you all of this including allowing you to "size" or "try... more

Vincent P. Marin, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.marinaesthetics.com

How to pick breast implants.

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... more

George J. Beraka, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Choosing your implant size

Choosing your breast implant size involves a number of factors, including breast shape and size, base width measurements, breast skin envelope, and other factors. Your board-certified plastic surgeon will perform an examination and may also perform some measurements. Based on the examination, your surgeon may then recommend a range of sizes to choose from. You may then have an opportunity to try on some implants in the recommended size range to finalize your implant size... more

Andrew P. Giacobbe, MD
Buffalo Plastic Surgeon

Breast implant size

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

Implant Size For Tall Thin Woman

The way for you to select implant sizes is the same as anyone else, although you may be able to accommodate slightly larger implants because of your height. You should try on implants to determine to volume of implant which gives your desired result. Your surgeon can help you in this process and help you in avoiding "the fake look".

John Whitt, MD
Louisville Plastic Surgeon

Breast augmentation

You are taller so you will need a larger implant than a shorter person. But to ask for a size by looking at a photo isn't really a good idea. The person that would have the best idea is someone that is examining you in person. If you are unsure then go on some more consultations with board certified plastic surgeons.

David E. Kim, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Choosing implant sizes

When choosing breast implant sizes, your only limiting factor really is your chest width. A wider chest can accommodate wider implants which mean bigger implants. Although it is surgically possible to place a very large implant on a small/narrow chest, it would look exceptionally bad. Talk to your board certified plastic surgeon. He will recommend the correct size for you based on your chest width as well as based on the underlying chest wall bony structure and skin... more

Martin Jugenburg, MD
Toronto Plastic Surgeon

www.torontosurgery.ca

Choosing the right size implant

The size implant that you and your surgeon choose is dependent on several factors. a natural look should be proportionate to your body; it should look like you could have been born that way measurements taken at the time of the exam will help choose an implant that blends in well with your breast measurements silicone 'sizers' are used to allow you to see how the different volumes look on your body the metric system conversion is 5cc=1tsp; 240cc=1... more

Elizabeth S. Harris, MD
San Antonio Plastic Surgeon

Breast Augmentation Recommendations -- Size is important. So is Shape!

Several surgeons have given helpful (and different) answers to your question about implant size and shape expectations. In my opinion, shape and size expectations go hand-in-hand. Don't be too worried if your surgeon uses a different method, so long as you feel confident that the process has answered your questions and makes sense to you. If you still have questions, by all means, ask your surgeon! My basic approach is to first discuss your goals and perform a careful examination... more

Nick Slenkovich, MD
Denver Plastic Surgeon

What implant size to get from an A cup to a C or D cup

You will get as many different answers as there are surgeons. There are three major steps I take to assure the patient receives her desired results. Recommend a range of implants based on the base width dimensions of the breast, try implants on using the desired bra size and animate your photos with a variety of implants recommended for your base width. It is impossible to make a recommendation just by looking at your photos. Choose your surgeon wisely and good luck. more

Louise Ferland, MD
Richmond Plastic Surgeon

Breast implant size

Please refer to my previous posts about breast implant size. Breast augmentation is not a simplistic excercise in picking a breast size. Breast augmentation is an imperfect operation and choosing an implants is a negotiation or reconcilation between what you want as a look and the relative risks and side effects of obtaining that look. You can start by determining what you want and having a surgeon analyze what it would take to get that result, or you can start with what is the most natural... more

Robin T.W. Yuan, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Breast size vs. breast implant size

I would suggest starting with 350cc. You can have your surgeon place implant sizers in your bra and you looking at the result in the mirror with your shirt on and off. Then increase the sizer size until you get a look you are happy with. Keep in mind that you cannot order a specific breast size the way you order a shirt or pair of pants. The tissues have a certain amount of give and compressability. Therefore for 2 patients who start out the same size and have the same size implants... more

Aaron Stone, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Breast Implant Sizing

Hello Aurora 1433, It would be impossible to recommend an implant size for you with out a thorough examination of your anatomy, so I can not comment about one implant versus another. Information gotten from an examination includes breast base width, height, tissue elasticity, tissue thickness, and asymmetries of the breast or ribcage. All these variables come together, along with your personal aesthetic goals, allowing the surgeon to make the best choice for you. Keep... more

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Computer Imaging Helps

In determining what size implants to place, there are several factors to consider. These include muscle tone, skin tone, chest wall width and soft tissue stretch. Your plastic surgeon should be able to guide you based on these factors. In addition, trying on implants is helpful. I have found the computer imaging system to be very helpful in helping patients decide on the look and size they want. Having said that, I agree that 350 cc should work well. Good Luck.

Brian Klink, MD
Sacramento Plastic Surgeon

What Size Breast Implants to Get

I find that the best way for patients to choose breast implant size is to try silicone gel sizers on in a bra. This gives the patient the best idea of how a given volume of implant will add to their own breast volume and result in a breast mound of a certain size. It is not a perfect technique, but it will help you get closer to your desired result than having a plastic surgeon choose an implant size for you...which could result in a patient who wants a conservative augmentation... more