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Around How Many CCs Would I Need if I Am a 34B and Want a 34DD?

143 pounds 5'5''

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Cup size and implant volume

At size 34 each 100 cc of implant will correspond to 1 cup size change. You would need 300 cc implants to go from a B to a DD. I recommend silicone gel implants placed retro-pectoral since they look and feel more natural. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Breast Implant Sizing

Without seeing you in person and taking your measurements, there is no good way to give you advice. In our office we use the VECTRA XT 3D imaging device to help patients choose their implant sizes by allowing patients to visualize simulations on their own body of different breast implant sizes, shapes and profiles. A general rule of thumb is that 150 to 200 cc puts you up on size, but this is very general and not applicable to everyone. Good Luck. more

Implant size selection

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. However, there are some... more

Choosing any size and starting with cc's of volume

In my opinion and experience, it is not feasible or reasonable to just pick a size result or start with a number of cc's of volume and make it work. This is like fitting a dress or shoe by starting with the dress or shoe size and making it fit. I also disagree that proper sizing can't be determined before surgery and that sizers are needed during surgery. Stuffing bras is also not particularly realistic or helpful. The width of the implant has to match the internal width... more

Breast Implant Size

Without an exam, I cannot determine the best implant size for you. You should try on sizers with your Plastic Surgeon, and discuss your expectations and concerns.

Robert E. Zaworski, MD

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Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

34 B to DD : What Size Implants Should I Get?

In general, 200 cc to 250 cc may be one cup size. If you want to increase 3 cups, you may need 600 cc. This is usually too large for most women, but an exam in person is needed to sort these things out for you. Find the board certified plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs hundreds of breast augmentations each year. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Breast implant size

As previously stated, this art is not an exact science. In general 200 ccs is about a cup size but not exactly because a D sized breast in someone 5'1" is smaller than a D cup in someone 5'10" . Also the final breast size incorporates the implant , the breast tissue,and the muscle thickness. I don't use sizers in the OR because I want YOU to know and chose your final size BEFORE surgery so that there are no surprises post op.

400 cc breat implants would take you from 34B to 34DD.

Hi. 1) You have to realize that this is just an educated guess. I wrote an article on my RealSelf profile about the detailed process of picking implants. You may find it helpful. 2) The key is NOT to make the decision in advance. Let's say that we think 400cc's. Then, during surgery, we put in 400 cc STERILE SIZERS into your breasts to see if they look great. (Sizers are disposable implants that are inexpensive and so can be thrown out at the... more

Volume of implant and cup size

It is difficult to predict cup size from impalnt volume. A good rough test for you to do is perform a baggy test and determine the volume you like. This may help guide your surgeon to choose an implant with you.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Manhattan Plastic Surgeon