Are 550cc Silicone Implants to Large for a 120 Pound and 5'4 Patient?

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5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in 550-599cc silicone implant 110-129 lbs

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Are 550cc Silicone Implants to Large??

This is a difficult question to answer without an in person exam. Some measurements and photos would help some. There are many variables that go into the decision. Patient goals are primary, but are tempered with the limitations of the breast dimensions, and skin distensibility. As a rule, we try not to use implants wider that the width of the breast. As an example, a 550 cc high profile Allerghan implant is 13.5 cm wide. That may be wider than your breast, and if so may contribute... more

550 cc too large?

Absolutely not. Every patient can have exactly the size she wants if you go to an experienced plastic surgeon. Yesterday I placed 3000 cc implants in a 4 ft 11 in. 120 lb patient! That is a very extreme case, but it just goes to show that there is no such thing as too big.... Just different strokes for different folks! Dr Foster Lake Tahoe Plastic Surgery

Implant sizing

The correct size of implant will depend on several factors such as how much breast tissue you have now(the operation is to augment your breast), how much the skin will stretch to fit the implant, and what you want to look like. One way to get an idea is to find a surgeon with the Vectra 3D imaging system. This may help you understand what your chest will look like with different implant sizes. Personal taste will vary but generally a 550 cc implant is on the full side for... more

Implant sizing

Your question doesn't state your current bra size. An examination is always essential to establish the proportions of the proposed implants and whether you have sufficient skin for coverage. I personally think that 500 cc is a very large implant for someone of your size, as a general rule.

Too large implants

Dear Rosie924, all experienced board-certified plastic surgeons will measure your chest and guide you for the best size of breast implants related to your desired look. but with just knowing your body frame: 5'4 and 120 LBS, even without a photo, I can tell you that 550 cc is way too big for you. I am not even sure they can even fit on your chest... you should go for a 2 nd opinion with an experienced surgeon in your area. Good luck, Florence Mussat, M.D. more

550cc too large?

If the implant fits your breast width (and there are no unusual issues such as tight, constricting skin), then "the eye of the beholder" will be the ultimate judge. In other words you may have a natural looking result, but you will have to decide what is right for you. As a rule of thumb I find about 200cc often makes one cup size. Good luck!

Breast implant size

Hello. Thanks for your inquiry. We actually do a measurement of the breast width and can calculate the best size as well as too large a size for a person body frame chest width . Also best to decide based on your skin envelope and history of previous augmentation. Good luck

550 cc Breast Implants Too Large for Me?

Thank you for the question. Unfortunately, there is no way to generalize about the largest breast implant that will be safe to use for you without direct examination. There are many variables involved in the decision-making process when it comes to selecting the best breast implant size/profile for any given patient. The best online advice I can give to ladies who are considering breast augmentation surgery is:  1. Concentrate on choosing your plastic surgeon... more

Proper implant size choice

Thank you for your question. Picking the proper implant size is something that creates alot of anxiety among women planning the procedure. Ideally, implants should be chosen based on more than just their volume. The base width of the implant should be matched to the width of your breast, and the projection chosen to fit your desired look and the characteristics of your breast skin. This allows the implant to be chosen on a 3 dimensional basis rather than by just volume alone. This will give... more

550 too big

Unfortunately, you have not told us your bra size. If you are size 32 or 34 each 100 cc of implants will correspond to 1 cup size change. If you are size 36 or 38 each 200 cc of implant will correspond to 1 cup size change. The best position for implants is retro-pectoral. In someone your size, it may not even be possible to fit a 550 cc implant under your muscle. If you try to put too large an implant under the muscle it will descend inferiorly and laterally,... more

550 cc. Implants

The correct sizing depends on your height, weight, and chest wall anatomy and width and breast width. It also depends on your wishes and desired shape.

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Comments (2)

ruth925 30 Oct 2012

Hey! thanks that will help me alot, i cant find your pictures?

sexy49 30 Oct 2012

look at my photo's I went with 550cc Ultra high and the pictures are only one week post op. I look good now. I love them. I also went with silicone gel. but ask your doctor. check out 3 different dr.'s if you have too. I did.

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