Breast Implants for Petite Women

My frame is only really small, 26inch around my rib cage, 5'5'' and 7 stone (98 lbs). I want to go to a good 32 c cup. I've been told to have 270cc under the muscle but im not sure if i should have round standard implants or round high profile implants as im only small. I dont want them to look too fake though!

Tags:

250-299cc 090-109 lbs implant size

Comment on this

20 Doctor Answers | Asked by Sarah1234 in sheffield

Doctor Answers (20)
Community Comments (0)

On petite women small implants can look big

On a petite woman a small implant can create a large cup breast. That same implant on a larger woman can barely be noticeable. It is the implant size in relation to the body / chest size that matters. When choosing the size of a breast implant, especially in petite women, it is important to consider the chest width as a limiting factor. Choosing an implant that is too big (ie it is too wide for your chest) will lead to two possible problems. Either the... more

Natural Looking Breast Augmentation for Petite Women

In my raleigh, Plastic Surgery Practice I see many small breasted women looking for a natural looking result from breast augmentation. Obviously, a given implant volume and diameter that works well for a small-framed patient that is 5'3" will be inadequate for a large-framed patient that is 5'10". Careful evaluation of all of these issues is necessary if the ultimate goal of the surgery is a natural-appearing breast augmentation. Having practiced plastic surgery in... more

Michael Law, MD

17 reviews

Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon

michaellawmd.com

I prefer to use moderate profile implants for small, narrow-chested women

It is not uncommon for small framed women to request breast augmentation surgery. The choice of implant, size and location of the implant is a decision that the patient can make with the surgeon. The choice between saline filled implants vs. silicone implants requires consideration of many issues. Some of these include amount of native breast tissue, patient's feelings about silicone and cost. The shape and profile of the implant is determined by the breast diameter, which is measured by... more

Proportion and Fit Are Important for Natural Appearance

Of course, size matters! But, most important is your own sense of balance and proportion. Trying on the implants can be very helpful, 3-Dimensional Imaging (if available to you in your surgeon's office) can be another way to be sure you are choosing the best size and shape implant to give you the look you want. Higher profile implants produce a rounder, fuller breast with more fullness in the upper chest. Higher profiles may fit a narrow ches better, preventing too... more

Natural look for petite women

After finding a board certified plastic surgeon to perform your surgery, do your homework and find pictures of what you would like to achieve in size and shape for your body type. Internally, your anatomy could differ, meaning your chest could be concaved or convexed and you may need a certain type of implant to achieve your desired look. In other words, the only way to determine what would be proportioned to you is when we are in the operating room. For more information, check out before... more

Breast Implants for Petite Women

One of the key elements in performing breast augmentations on women with small frames is to match the implant to the chest wall diameter to prevent the patient from being grossly disproportioned which is aesthetically unpleasing and can be uncomfortable. Therefore, one needs to see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who has expertise and experience in breast augmentation to obtain the right size for you. In general, a smaller implant or a slightly higher profile implant that is a... more

Rod J. Rohrich, MD

10 reviews

Dallas Plastic Surgeon

3D imaging can help you visualize yourself with implants

Often times it is very difficult for patients to imagine what they will look like with breast implants. You can look at photos of other patients, but this isn't a very accurate way of deciding on breast implant size. Especially if you are very petite, it can be difficult deciding on implant size. I use 3D computerized imaging which takes a photo of your torso, in 3D, then any implant size can be inserted to simulate your final outcome. This is extemely accurate and... more

Choosing the correct breast implant

Whether or not to go with high profile implants or round standard implants really depends upon your anatomy and your desires for improvement. This is what I take alot of time reviewing with my patients during their consultation.

Steven Wallach, MD

12 reviews

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Breast implant size selection

Your concern about size is one of the chief areas of focus for both surgeons and women planning breast augmentation. Many women want to be as large as they can without appearing "fake." The size implant you choose depends, in my opinion, on four main factors: 1. What you want to look like, 2. The available breast skin envelope to accomodate the implant, 3. Your pre-existing breast volume, and 4. The base width of your breast. Your... more

Breast Augmentation in Petite Women

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. Even your... more