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400cc Breast Implants with Lift to Achieve Full C-D Range?

asked 2 years ago by inAZ in Phoenix,AZ
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Tags: age 25-34, breasts, 110-129 lbs, 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in, silicone implant, under muscle, 350-399cc, 400-449cc, B cup, C cup, D cup, moderate plus profile, skin

I am 34 years old, 5'5" tall at 128lbs, with 36B breast size. I would like a full C-D range post breast lift and breast augmentation. It is really hard for me to decide what implant size to pick. With a moderate plus profile silicone gel would a 350cc or 400cc bring me to the size I want without being too big? My plastic surgeon said that I will lose some skin due to the lift; and with the implants under the muscle, it will also apprear smaller. I like the look of the 350cc sizer, so would choosing a 400cc make up for the loss of skin and appearance of a smaller implant under the muscle?

8 answers to 400cc Breast Implants with Lift to Achieve Full C-D Range?

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Breast implant sizing

It is very important to communicate your size goals with your surgeon. 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 that the use of words such as “natural” or “C cup” or "fake looking" means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful. Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired... more
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Breast sizer to implant conversion formula to predict final size of breast augmentation

Given the measurements you have provided this sounds relatively accurate. When an implant is placed under the muscle, you can assume that you will need to add 10-15% above the sizer to achieve a similar augmentation with an implant. If you like the appearance of the 350 sizer, then doing the math 10-15% would mean the implant would have to be 35-53cc larger or 385-403cc final total volume to accomplish a comparable enlargement. This is only an estimate but it works relativley consistently.... more
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Breast implant size and cup size.

Hi! 1) 400 cc's sounds too big. Very large implants stretch your tissues and age badly. 2) It is not fair or reasonable for you to pick breast implant size. This is a technical decision that is your surgeon's job. All you need to do is make sure your surgeon understands the look you want. And even your surgeon should not make the final decision in advance, because this is just an educated guess. 3) Your surgeon needs to put disposable implant SIZERS inside your breasts during ... more
George J. Beraka, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Breast augmentation and implant size

It is very difficult to suggest ther ight size to you without fully examining you, and reviewing the desired shape and size that you want.  I usually discuss volume with patient and not so much cup size.  Cup size is hard to pin down.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Implants and cup size

As we have said so often, you need to communicate the "look" you want to your surgeon and focus less on the cup size you want.  Only the doctor who has examined you can answer the questions you have.  Sounds like you need another preop appointement. 
Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
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Implant size

Since you have already chosen a plastic surgeon, he is the one to help you determine what is appropriate for you. Make sure you discuss all your concerns with him. Get a second opinion if you feel uncomfortable. But in your situation, only a plastic surgeon who has examined you can give you better advice than your own surgeon.
Robin T.W. Yuan, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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Fifty ccs is not much of a difference

When choosing size, it is not possible to tell you exactly what cup size you will be. This is particularly true since many bra manufacturers use different guidelines for their cup sizes. A D cup in one manufacturer could be a C cup in another. That said, a 400 cc implant is only 1.7 ounces different than a 350 cc implant. I would trust the judgment of your plastic surgeon since he has seen you, done all the measurements and has your best interest in mind.
Francisco Canales, MD

Santa Rosa Plastic Surgeon
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Selecting the best size of breast implants

One of the most important considerations in breast augmentation surgery, with or without a lift, is the selection of an appropriate sized implant. While I always ask my patients what cup size they would like to be, I only do this as a way to help me understand what she is thinking. In reality, the actual cup size is not important as the appearance of the breast. For example, if you came in to my office and told me you wanted to purchase a size 13 shoe, I would respond "that would... more
Joseph L. Grzeskiewicz, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

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