5'4", 215lb. Possible to Go From 42H to C or D Cup?

asked 1 year ago by Huntzacksmom in Auburn Al
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Tags: 210-229 lbs, 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in, H cup

I am a 42 H I am 5"4 and currently 215 lbs I am dieting and excersing. I would like to go to a c cup or possible small d cup is that a possibility?

7 answers to 5'4", 215lb. Possible to Go From 42H to C or D Cup?

Breast Reduction and Resulting Size?

Thank you for the question. Congratulations on your decision to proceed with breast reduction surgery; it is one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. Also, congratulations on your dieting and exercising program; it is certainly in your best interest to reach a long-term stable weight ( if possible) prior to proceeding with the breast reduction procedure. Unfortunately, no plastic surgeon is able to predict exactly what cup size you will be... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Breast Reduction - Possible to Go From 42H to C or D Cup

Hi Huntzacksmom, It may be possible...but it also may not be advisable. In general, there is a limit to how small you can go safely. There are no absolute rules, but you have to leave enough breast tissue to provide an adequate blood supply to the nipple and areola. Making the breast too small can compromise that blood supply (there are many other factors that can also do so, and many of the problems that occur are without an obvious source or cause, but that could be... more

Alan Engler, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Breast reduction possibilities when considerably above ideal body weight

It is definitely possible for you to achieve a "C" or "D" cup even with your body configuration. I would strongly recommend, however, that before you pursue a breast reduction, try to lose as much weight as you can and are striving to before surgery as you will have the opportunity to be able to obtain a more desirable result.

Steven Turkeltaub, MD
Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon

www.turkeltaub.com

Large breast reduction

Yes it is possible to be safely reduced from H cup to a C cup. Loosing weight first rather than after surgery will give you better cosmetic results. Sincerely, Martin Jugenburg, MD

Martin Jugenburg, MD
Toronto Plastic Surgeon

Breast reduction

Breast reduction can significantly reduce breast size. The exact amounts can depend on your body and breast shape. You should loose your weight first

David L. Abramson, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Breast reduction

It is certainly possible to reduce your very large breasts to a smaller cup size. It is always best to get closer to your ideal weight. This will help with the recovery and healing. With very larger breasted women, most can get down in to the "D"ish range, but without a exam I could not say for sure.