Choosing the right size implant should not be so difficult. The process needs to start with what size you think you want to be. Then you have to trust the judgement and expertise of your plastic surgeon to determine whether this size is appropriate for your body frame. This begins with making sure your plastic... more
What size is right for breast augmentation?
i am booked for breast augmentation i am a size 38a and the doctor has said he will give me 290cc is that a good size for me?
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5 answers to “What size is right for breast...”
A: Many factors are involved in deciding the best size for a given patient
Many factors are involved in deciding the best size for a given patient. First of all there is no one size that only fits a patient. I prefer to use a number of factors in deciding which size is best. First of all, I like to know if my patient is trying to achieve a conservative B cup or a large DD size.... more
A: Breast dimensions will help to determine the right "range"
The proper size is a range that is better determined based on your breast and chest dimensions. Gathering all these information in addition to your height and weight will make the implant choice much easier.
A: This depends on your height and weight.
Choosing the correct breast implant size and shape is a VERY important decision before surgery. You want to get this right the FIRST time. Implant sizes are chosen based on your breast diameter, amount of breast tissue, desires about shape and projection and your current height and weight. A 290 cc implant is... more
A: Size of implant is one factor
Choosing an implant is part of the dialogue for any breast augmentation patient. A good approach is to measure your breast diameter ( not your chest diameter) and also put various size implants into a braw over a T-shirt. The diameter will give you some idea as to where you can start. The doctor will show... more
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9 posts
12 Nov 2008
It depends... when is your surgery, how tall are you and how much do you weigh?
15 posts
5 Dec 2008
The right size is difficult to tell you without seeing your body or without knowing the results that you are looking for. One of the ways I help my patients decide is by a fitting bra. We use a 2 layered bra that is filled with rice to simulate implants. Trying it on allows for the patient to see what it will look like (or at least get a good idea). You should ask your plastic surgeon about getting a visual idea of your new size to determine the best result.
2759 posts
18 Jan 2009
It is essential that you play a role in the decision making process and inform the plastic surgeon of your desires so that you may obtain a result that pleases you and is a good medical decision. There are various methods to confirm this but I would suggest the rice test to give you and your friends and family of your final result. If using a 290cc implant under your muscle, then this will be approximately 10% less using an external sizer i.e. 260 cc or approximately 9 ounces. Placue this amount in a knee high nylon stocking flatten it and place it in an unstructured unlined bra and flatten it out. Try on different outfits, bathing suits and tops. Geth the opinions of your respected friends. Other commercially available sizing systems are available such as b4bra.com. I hope this helps.
354 posts
21 Jan 2009
The only one who knows the answer to this question is you. What size do you want to be. Both of the other Drs gave you a good idea as to what to do. About 150 ccs is one size larger. So 290 would make you about 2 sizes larger. But remember this is not a hard and fast rule as if you are 5' tall or 6' tall there will be a difference in breast size. I also have patients fill a baggie or stocking with rice and try it on. Often the real implant looks a little smaller as it is flatter. See if your doctor has some old silicone implants and try them on in your bra.