Breast Implant Sizing Question. Is This Too Big For My Measurements?

I am scheduled to get BA in a couple of weeks but I'm worried about the size I selected. I am 5'3",115 lbs., and I currently wear a 32A. The implant size I selected is 425cc moderate profile, which will be overfilled to 475cc, and placed under the muscle. Do you think that this implant is too big for someone with my measurements (33-24-35)? A small D is as large as I want to go.

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Implant sizing by cc's

The short answer is, yes, I think it's too big for your likely measurements. It's like saying the reverse of "will my small foot fit in this size 10 shoe?" or "will my small body fit in this size 12 dress?" Implant sizing if far from precise and there is no good measure of overall breast size before or after surgery. The way to make sure the implant will fit is similar to what an orthopedic surgeon would do to fit you for a hip implant -- measure you where the... more

Implant sizing requires a thorough discussion with your plastic surgeon

Given your body characteristics, a 425 cc implant may give you a full, versus a small, D-cup. However, remember cup sizes are not standardized (one company's D-cup is usually not the same size as another D-cup). Determining the ideal implant size for you involves a thorough discussion and exam with your surgeon. Examining actual implants in your size range is also useful. Good luck.

Best Breast Implant for Me?

Thank you for the question. Assuming you have chosen your plastic surgeon carefully, the next step would be to communicate your goals carefully with your plastic surgeon. This communication will be critical in determining which operation and/or breast implant size/type/profile will most likely help achieve your goals.   In my practice, the use of photographs of “goal” pictures (and breasts that are too big or too small) is very helpful. I have found... more

Breast Implant Size

The most important considerations when choosing a breast implant are the patient's aesthetic goals as well as an evaluation of tissue quality and measurements of chest dimensions. Taking all of this into account, your surgeon should be able to determine an appropriate size for you. I do not expect my patients to pick a specific implant size but rather to inform me about the look they are trying to achieve so that I can pick an appropriate implant size. Although not all... more

Avoiding problems with large saline filled implants

With your small frame combined with the use of a large saline filled implant you may experience rippling along the lateral edge. If there is insufficient soft tissue coverage in this zone the implant edge may be noticeable. By keeping the base of the implant about the size of your existing breast base you may be able to avoid this particular problem.

Breast implant size.

It is very common to second guess your choice of implant before the surgery. It's very difficult to give recommendations based on numbers and not being able to evaluate or see the sizers in place. However, a 425 cc moderate profile implant will likely get you to a D cup. Did your surgeon try sizers and measure your breast width? Did you consider a Moderate Plus Profile implant that will give you more projection with a smaller base diameter? This may fit your frame better based on your... more