Breast Augmentation: Q&A
Ask a QuestionAdvice Please - Don't Want to Be Too Big!
Hi! I have scheduled breast augmentation for next month. I am 42, 3 children breastfed, 36A-/B+, 31" ribcage, 150#(muscular size 2-4). Very conservative & modest...just want to feel proportional, burn the padded bras & feel comfortable in a swimsuit. PS is suggesting 400cc range, unders, silicone, mid range. I've been wearing sizers for a couple of weeks now & I'm guessing this puts me at a full c/small d. Getting scared that this might be too big for me!!! Please advise. Thanks! Ü
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Choosing the Right Size Implants Is the Biggest Challenge
The question of determining the right size is the most frequent and most challenging for most breast augmentation patients.
There are many approaches to sizing:
Biodimensional: your surgeon can select a size for you based upon your measurements, skin laxity, and your preferences for a shape (profile) and cup size.
the most natural or "stealth" augmentation will use the lowest profile implant that fits the width of your natural breast
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Afraid implants will be too big or too small
In general, the biggest challenge for both the surgeon and the patient is ensuring that the communication about the specific surgery is clear and comprehensize so that the goals of each are met. Both should have an honest discussion about all their concerns so that the expectations match as closely as possible.
It is much like online dating. The success of the match is not only dependent on how many common points each has but the chemistry each has with one another.
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Breast implant sizing
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 (saiine/silicone and low/moderate/high profile), bra manufacturer variance in cup sizes, the degree of filling of the...
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Size of implants
It is very difficult to suggest what would be best for you without a formal exam. If you have been happy with the general volume of the sizers and how they looked when wearing a blouse, then I would consider that size range.
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Forget implant size and wearing sizers
There is no good way to determine your implant size before surgery. Your own surgeon does not know what is the right size at the time he begins your surgery. Take a photo of a nude woman that you would like to look like that is in proportion to your own body. This gives your surgeon a much better idea of what you wish to achieve. I no longer discuss size with my patients. "Show me what you want."
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HAving a hard time deciding on size of breast implants
Are you 4' %' or ^' tall? this makes adifference as well. You will be the best judge if you are going to be too big. ASk for the advice of friends and family while wearing the sizers. They may help you in the decision making process.
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Advice Please - Don't Want to Be Too Big!
I can ONLY guess that 400 cc's is the best size, you did not post photos! Keep seeking in person opinions to better understand your desires.
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400 cc breast implants probably too big for you.
How to pick breast implant sizes
1) This is the most common type of question on RealSelf.
2) It is the surgeon's job to pick the right breast implants, not the patient's. Implant selection is really pretty technical.
3) Make sure your surgeon REALLY understands the look you want. Mentioning a cup size is not enough. Show your surgeon pictures of breasts you like.
4) Then your surgeon has to tell you if your chosen look is realistic for your anatomy. The most...
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Breast size
A couple of points:
Ask yourself, if you came out too big or too small, which situation would make you more unhappy.
The most natural look usually is created by the least projecting implant that fits the dimension of your native breast. This assumes an ideal contour to start with without significant sagging.
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The size right for you after augmentation
Without proper guidance and 'limits' your surgeon will tend to steer you to other individual's choices for breast augmentation, what has 'worked' in the past. Just view web sites concerning augmentation results and you find multiple photos of full and showy breast augmentation results. A 400cc breast implant is in the large and full range and may not fit the term modest, a 350cc implant is in the middle for most women. It is time for you to show your surgeon just...
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These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.
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