Preop breast implant sizing may help your decision

Glen Brooks, MD answers: Do breast implants look 20 percent smaller once implanted?

I have scheduled breast augmentation. My PS has suggested 280 high profile implants. I am 5'2" and weigh 110lbs with a small frame. I desire a natural look without anyone noticing my breasts first when I walk in a room, but am worried that the 280cc will not be large enough. They looked good when I tried them on, but heard that they will appear 20% smaller once implanted. Is this true?


Glen Brooks, MD
8 months ago
By Glen Brooks, MD - Springfield Plastic Surgeon

It is not unusual for breast implants to look smaller when implanted than when only placed into a bra. 

Many physicians will recommend going 25cc bigger than a sizer placed in a bra in the office. 

An at home technique is to put rice in a baggie (30cc=1ounce) and see what that looks like in a sheer bra with a tight shirt.  In your case, 9 (270cc) to 10 (300cc) ounces may give you a good idea of your new look. 

It would be important to review this with your surgeon to be sure you get the result you are looking for.

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