How Many Cc's of Breast Implants to Get D Cups?

Your question is one that we see at least twice a week on Real Self. The thing is, we are stuck with this inadequate language to describe breast size called the cup system, introduced by the Warner Bros. Corset Company in the 1930's, when social customs forbade a more accurate and direct measurement of the breast. The cup is determined as much by the size of the chest, the shape of the rib cage, and the bra manufacturer as much as the volume of the breast, not to mention trying to... more

It is very easy to be confused by this measuring system. Cup sizes are only used as estimates for clothing. Although the measuring technique for determining cup size is precise, the results of these measurements are not. Let me give you an example; weight is a very accurate measurement. However two patients that weigh 120 lbs are not likely to look alike. The same is true with two patients that have C cup breasts. This is why physicians tend to use volume (cubic centimeters or cc) as a... more

Hi, Thank you for your question. It is difficult to say exactly how many cc's you would need to achieve a certain size without examining you. It all depends on your breast tissue and frame dimensions. Schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon and discuss this as well as any other questions you may have. Best regards, Dr. Speron

Hi, everyone's already said this, but I'll say it again just to send the message home: as surgeons we cannot give a number of cc's to get you to a specific breast size. It depends on how much breast tissue you're starting with, and the width of your breasts. In addition, my idea of a D/DD may be different from yours, and bra manufacturers do vary in their sizing. For that reason, it may be helpful for you to take in a picture of a size that you have in mind when you have your... more

This is a very difficult question to answer without any photos and measurements. Everyone is different and you just cant say that a 475 cc implant will be a DD or a D cup in you or anyone else. You need to go for the look you are going for rather a particular cup size. Besides you will go to one store and they will size you one way and go to another and they will size your differently. So trying to achieve a look is far more consistant that going after a cup size. Having said that you... more

Hi! 1) First, I think you want to go too big. Very large breast implants stretch your skin, and age very badly. Most of our patients go up 2 cup sizes, and 3 cup sizes is the absolute maximum that I will do. 2) Implant size is determined by what you want, but also by the measurements of your chest and your breasts. The implants have to fit comfortably. 3) Show your surgeon a picture of the look you want. 4) Then, during surgery, your surgeon should place disposable implant SIZERS... more

There is no one specific implant that will hit the nail on the head in terms of getting you into a D or DD cup.   This will be dependent a bit on your body habitus( weight and height).  The best thing to do is go for a consultation.

Hi Kristina, There is not one implant size that will automatically give you a D or DD. All of this is dependant on your height and weight and starting breast size and rib projection. I can give you a rough guess but I would recommend trying on different size implants to see how much it takes to get to the size you are thinking. My initial impression is that you will need an implant that is at least 450 cc's to get to the full D size. Get a bra that is the size that you would like to be... more

From the information you provide, one could guess volumes, but the value of this would be in doubt. The best way to determine the needed volume is during an exam by the Plastic Surgeon. The breast base dimension is important and helps determine the implant diameter and volume. Just a note, going from an A cup to a DD is perhaps too much...with the larger implant needed, problems could be magnified. The best course would be evaluation and discussion with your surgeon. Review of goals and perh more

It is always difficult to evaluate this question with an exam. I would depend upon your chest diameter and if you went with high or moderate profile implants. In general, with a moderate profile implant and your height and weight, you would need at least a 400cc implant to achieve a small D cup. Make sure you try sizers at your Plastic Surgeon's office prior to surgery. Good Luck!

Hello, The diameter of your breasts/chest wall and a few other reference measurements are useful when trying to size you for breast implants. Implant shape is also important as you might want more profile to get your cup size increased. These are things to discuss with your surgeon when you go to consultation.