Confused on What Size Implants to Get - 5'1, 100 Lbs

asked 1 year ago by soconfused7982 in Albuquerque nm
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Tags: 090-109 lbs, 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in, ptosis, under muscle, 400-449cc, high profile, implant size, Mentor, round, smooth

I have mild ptosis, about 1cm below the crease. What size/type implant is best without having to get a lift? My measurements are: sternal notch to nipple- 21cm; ribcage- 28in.; ribspan- 25.5cm; bwd- 12cm. I would like to be a D cup. I'm thinking Mentor smooth round hp with 400-425cc under the muscle. What are your opinions?

10 answers to Confused on What Size Implants to Get - 5'1, 100 Lbs

Breast implant size

Much of the final “look” achieved after breast augmentation surgery depends on several factors: 1. The initial shape, size (volume of breast tissue), symmetry of the patient's breasts. In general, the better the preoperative breast appearance the more likely the breast augmentation “look” will be optimal. 2. The experience/skill level of the surgeon is important in determining the final outcome. For example, the accurate and gentle dissection of... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Minor amount of sag and desire for breast implant augmentation surgery

With your height and weight, I might prefer silicone in which case 425 is generally larger than I would recommend for your size but could achieve your results. In regards to ptosis, you could consider a crescent lift or vertical mastopexy either immediately or delayed

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Breast Implants come in a variety of shapes and sizes

Breast Implants come in a variety of shapes and sizes. The dimensions presented above suggest that a larger implant may be best in order to reach your intended size.The degree of ptosis you suggest may not warrant a mastopexy incision, however generally speaking larger implants are required to help center the nipple arealo complex. This may be all that is necessary in your case. An important consideration is the quality of your skin and how it may be affected by a larger implant.... more

Nick Masri, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Confused on What Size Implants to Get - 5'1, 100 Lbs

You did not post any photos! So my guess is you can have the 400 cc range. But best to see you in person or with a photo. I do not agree with the lift incision without a photo posted. Best from MIAMI Dr. Darryl J. Blinski 305 598 0091

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Choosing Implant Size

Drs . DeLorenzi, Beraka and Whitt have given you very sound advice. I would recommend that you follow those suggestions!! Dr. ES

Earl Stephenson Jr., MD, DDS
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Breast Implant Size Confusion- What to do?

Implant size is not decided by you, but rather by your tissue parameters. That is, unless you don't care if your breasts are permanently ruined by a wrong choice. Opti-sizing your breast implants is a process that you go through with your surgeon. Every decision has benefits, but also trade-offs. Make absolutely certain that you understand the consequences of each decision that you make along the path. Go to a board certified surgeon who has a special... more

Claudio DeLorenzi, MD
Toronto Plastic Surgeon

Breast ptosis and implants

If you have breast ptosis, in most cases breast implants will not correct it, and you will need a lift of some sort.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Size

Get what will make you happy. If those are the implants that you want and the volume you want then do it. Yes it is true for every body there is a volume that would best correspond n to you being proportional and symmetric but do you really want that? You really want proportion? From your question I do not think so. I think you want to be more voluptuous. So go for it! :)

John M. Anastasatos, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

See Board-certified Plastic Surgeon for Options

Rather than trying to decide via the internet which size implant to select for your problem. you should have a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. He/she can guide you through your options. With a nipple 1 cm. below the inframammary fold, you mat need a small vertical mastopexy.

John Whitt, MD
Louisville Plastic Surgeon

How to pick breast implants.

How to pick breast implant sizes Article by George J. Beraka, MD Manhattan Plastic Surgeon 1) This is the most common type of question on RealSelf. 2) It is the surgeon's job to pick the right breast implants, not the patient's. Implant selection is really pretty technical. 3) Make sure your surgeon REALLY understands the look you want. Mentioning a cup size is not enough. Show your surgeon pictures of breasts you like. 4) Then your surgeon has to tell you... more