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5'2 & 125lbs Doc. Says 475cc Implant is Too Big? (photo)

I'm 21 years old & I have a 10month old son. My breast are not bad just deflated & stretch marks after pregnancy(breast fed for 1month only). I am now wearing 34C. I want more volume & bigger then before. I went to my consultation & picked 475cc. I got a call from the nurse & she said my doctor said that is too big & could cause implant to go to side? Please help. 5'2 125lbs (PS said my breast are perfect shape & for BA)

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14 Doctor Answers | Asked by Shireen253 in Seattle, WA

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Breast augmentation

Hi, congratulations on your decision to have breat augmentation surgery. I don't know how you came up with the 475cc decision but if it was from pictures or friends, you need t.o understand that you may not get the same look on your chest. There is a reason there are so many implants made! As per the other posters ,I agree, it has to do with your chest wall measurement to find the most appropriate implant for you. It also depends on silicone or saline implants and on the profile of the... more

Picking a Breast Implant Size

The largest breast implant you should choose depends on your own goals, but it also depends on certain breast measurements: the breast width and the amount of available skin to stretch. Another factor is the presence of stretch marks, which means your breast skin has lost some elasticity. It is reasonable to ask your doctor why 475cc are too big, but based on your photos, I would agree. A 475cc implant is large and heavy enough to cause significant long-term sagging if your skin... more

475cc is a large implant for 5'2", #125

It would be good for you to go back to your surgeon to discuss specifically why he/she thinks 475cc is too large. I would admit that 475cc is a big implant. It may also be too wide for your measurments. Also, be informed that large implants (greater than 400cc) are associated with an increased long term complication rate such as tissue thinning, implant rippling, sagging, heaviness and sometimes pain. Go back for a second visit and discuss. I hope this helps.

Picking the right size for you

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 fitness... more

Implant size for 34c after pregnancy

Just depends on how large you want to be. 475cc will make you more than a 34 dd ..your breast point to the sides now and will continue to do so.. large implants are heavy and can cause stretch marks.. your body your choic

Choosing the right implant size

Hi, thanks for your question. It is a common question among women wanting breast implants. Choosing an implant size depends on 1) patient's desire, 2) patient's body - height, weight, amount of breast tissue/skin quality, chest width/height. It is hard to give you a recommendation based on you photo. Your plastic surgeon who has examined you would give the best recommendation. Based on your desire and your body, she/he would tell your 475cc would... more

Choosing implant size

Ultimately the job of selecting the correct sized implant for a patient is up the the surgeon who will be performing the operation. While you may like a certain size that size may just not be appropriate for you. An implant that is too large for your chest and for your breast will distort the shape and could lead to problems that may lead to more surgery. That is not what you want to set yourself up for in the future. The fact that you have stretch marks is an indicator... more

Ralph R. Garramone, MD

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Fort Myers Plastic Surgeon

How to pick breast implants.

Hi. I hope you find this article helpful. 475 cc's too big. Probably 350 cc's would be good. Good luck! 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... more

Breast Implant Sizing?

Thank you for the question that had picture. It is hard to give you good advice without direct examination. In planning your breast augmentation procedure it will be very important to communicate your size goals with your surgeon. in my practice I find the use of goal pictures to be very helpful. I have found that the use of words such as “natural” or “D cup” or "fake looking" etc. means different things to different... more

Implant choices

Choosing the right impalnt for you really depend supon your goals, and your anatomy. WIthout an exam on my part it would be hard to say. 475cc implants are fairly large.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Is 475cc Implant too Big?

Many factors go in to deciding what implant size is optimal for you including your height, your weight, width of your torso, amount of native breast tissue, the quality of your skin, base width of your breast, and your goals (which are not always realistically achievable). You appear to have a fair amount of native breast tissue so an implant of that size should look pretty big with a saline implant - Gel implants tend to look smaller. If your surgeon uses only low or moderate profile... more

Breast implant size

Without an examination it is not possible to answer your question. I would note that it is not just the volume you choose but also the shape of the implant and your skin envelope that play a role in the determination of size choices.

Breast Augmentation: Implant size, how big is too big

Breast Augmentation is a safe, effective and successful surgery when done correctly and performed by a board certified plastic surgeon. Choosing implant size is one of the more difficult decisions for patient and surgeon in creating the surgical plan that will create sensual, balanced and beautiful breasts. Petite women like yourself, who are in good shape, will benefit from an implant with smaller base diameter, meaning a higher profile. Although you have provided... more

Breast implant size

As a ball park guess, I would agree that a 475 cc implant is too big for your chest. Without the benefit of a physical exam, I cannot give a specific implant size that will work for you. Each doctor will have their own opinion, but most of us try to match your desires with the space available on your chest and the amount and quality of the breast tissue and skin. Although it would be easy to find a doctor who would place 475 cc implants, it may not be in your best interest... more