Appropriate Breast Implant Size for Tall Woman?

asked 2 years ago by sarahleighlove in UK
Latest answer by David E. Kim, MD
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Tags: breasts, female, 150-169 lbs, 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in, 400-449cc, 500-549cc, A cup, breast size, D cup, implant size

I'm having my surgery on the 1st February and I'm starting to get nervous that I've chosen the wrong size. I'm 5ft 11in, UK size 10 and 11st (154 lbs).

I'm wanting the result of the surgery to take me from a 34A (my surgeon measured 35A) to a 34D.

My surgeon is wanting to use 410cc but after researching more, I've found that most girls my height are getting 500cc+ to achieve a D.

I don't want my breasts to look massive because I'm worried my shoulders might look broad but, I do want them to look a good noticeable size.

11 answers to Appropriate Breast Implant Size for Tall Woman?

34A to 34D - The Search for the Illusive Perfect Breast Implant

I completely agree with the great answer posted by my colleague, Dr. Soto. A little knowledge is indeed a very dangerous thing. Armed with conflicting advice from every friend who either had or wants a breast augmentation, buzzing with numbers and sizes copied from tens of websites and confused from tens of before-after photos - most women on this and other sites literally spew out a series of their measurements and desired cup sizes and implants - hoping to have us put it all together. But... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

I need help choosing a breast implant

Hi there- One of the things I find most interesting is the amount of misinformation the average patient must sift through when researching breast augmentation surgery. In particular, I think that many patients become overwhelmed with implant choices and the abundance of information about these options available on the Web. This is complicated once they contact a surgeon or two for information about the implants, and which is most likely to give them the result they desire. Somewhere along... more

Armando Soto, MD
Orlando Plastic Surgeon

www.DrArmandoSoto.com

Breast implants

It should really be your surgeon helping you choose a size. Taller people do need bigger implants. But if you are unsure you should consult another surgeon in person.

David E. Kim, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Breast implant size

The more breast surgery I do the more I realize that there is no correlation between the size of implant and resulting cup size. This may have to do with several factors including: the amount of breast volume the patient starts with, the shape of the patient's chest wall (concave or convex), the type and model of breast implant selected (saline/silicone and low/moderate/high profile), bra manufacturer variance in cup sizes, the degree of filling... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Height and weight a factor in determining size

Height and weight are some of the determining factors for breast implant size. Another important factor is the original size of one's breasts before surgery and what one wants to achieve after surgery. Tall slender women would probably need implants that are smaller than tall heavy set women. But it is best to determine the size at the time of the initial office visit and consultation. see video

James Tang, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

Implant choices

It is hard to say whether or not the volume you selected would be best to reach the desired size. You can do a baggy test of try sizers on to see how the volume fits in a bra for you.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Breast implant sizing

The best implant size for you depend upon the base width of your breast and the quality of your skin. These are items that only your surgeon can assess. If your surgeon has suggested 410 cc implants based on yoru measurements and your goals, you should feel comfortable going ahead with this size. I would suggest addressing your concerns about size with him or her directly. I'm not sure if this is available in the UK, but Inamed makes a sizing kit for patients via their Natrelle web site... more

Nina S. Naidu, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Choosing breast implants

The right implant for you has a base diameter that matches your chest wall diameter and a profile that creates a look you want. The "volume" of the implant or the desired cup size aren't as important.

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Large breast implants

We always laugh in the operating room that while the implants look big before going in, they look great once they're in. At 5'11" you NEED a big implant. I'd take your surgeons advice but, not be too concerned about that size.

Robert Frank, MD
Munster Plastic Surgeon

Breast sizers prior to undergoing Breast augmentation with implants

You should feel comfortable with your decision prior to undergoing surgery. A 500 cc implant is larger than the average and large implants are associated with a higher rate of complications. Try an implant sizer to assess the outcome of your surgery. see video