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I Am Trying to Decide Between 304 and 339cc Silicone Subpectoral. Which Size Would the 339cc Place Me At. Currently Small 34b

asked 4 months ago by janelle42 in Phoenix, AZ
Latest answer by Ronald J. Edelson, MD
Question viewed 291 times
Tags: silicone implant, B cup, implant size, petite, subpectoral

I have a pretty slendar build.

13 answers to I Am Trying to Decide Between 304 and 339cc Silicone Subpectoral. Which Size Would the 339cc Place Me At. Currently Small 34b

Breast Implant Size

Hello Janelle42, As you have heard from the others, 'there is little difference in implant sizes of 35 cc', 'implant size and bra size have no direct correlation', and 'there is no standardized bra sizing'. Let me add that it's more important which size, if either, will be a best fit for your anatomy. Your doctor should be sizing you based on your anatomy to make sure that he has chosen the implant that will cause the... more

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

drminniti.com

Silicone implant size

Without photos or knowing what size you want to be, I can only give you limited advice. Both implants are very conservative sizes so I don't think you need to worry that you will be made too large. Although this may not apply to your case, when a patient of mine is undecided between 2 sizes, I usually recommend the larger size. This is just based on my own experience. More patients tell me if they had it to do over again they would opt for the larger size. I hope... more

Ronald J. Edelson, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

How to pick breast implants.

Hi. I hope you find the following article useful. Anyway a 35 cc difference between implants is pretty small. Good luck! 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... more

George J. Beraka, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Implants and cup size

First, it is difficult to say what cup size you would be with implants given that all bra manufacturers size their cups differently, As to what volume would be best for you, an exam is critical. In addition a "baggy test" could be helpful for you to figure out what you like.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Choosing Between Breast Implant Sizes

The debate between 304cc and 339cc in breast implant size ia an irrelevant one. That is a difference of only 35cc or 10% of the overall implant size...a size difference that can not be distinguished on the outward appearance of the breast. When in doubt go for the bigger size. The vast majority of breast implant size dissatisfaction is in not going big enough and rarely being too big. What cup size that would take you to from a 34B is a guess and not a scientific prediction. It would put you... more

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD
Indianapolis Plastic Surgeon

www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com

Which size is right for me

The decision of breast implant size is best left to the surgeon who will be performing your surgery. Plastic surgeons are trained and have experience with the implants and with the operation and are best able to determine what will be appropriate for each patient based on the size and shape of the breast and the compliance or stretchiness of the skin and breast tissue. Breast implant volume does not correlate with bra size for a number of reasons. Surveys tell us that... more

Ralph R. Garramone, MD
Fort Myers Plastic Surgeon

What size of implant...

Implant volume and cup size are not equal in women: meaning a 5'4" patient versus a 5'9" would have different cup sizes with the same implant. A surgeon usually asks, and tries to produce, a certain "look" irregardless of final cup size. Most bra manufactures do not standardize their cup sizes. The 35cc difference that you are concerned about is a little over 2 tablespoons; not really much volume difference. The implants differ in... more

Ricardo Izquierdo, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Bra size to cup size is a guess for most

There is just no way to tell what size you will be with a 339cc breast implant. If it could only be that easy. Better to find a surgeon who will work with you to give you the look that you want. The number will soon be forgotten. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd.com

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

www.peterejohnsonmd.com

Implant Size

I recommend either posting pictures or provide more information regarding your measurements. Typically, in my practice patients tend to go slightly larger. Again, without knowing what you currently look like and measurements, it's difficult to say what the best size will be.

Jeffrey Hartog, MD
Orlando Plastic Surgeon

Implant size and cup

There just is not enough information on your case to determinewhat sort of change would be anticipated. Also there is no agreed standard on bra size.

Jay M. Pensler, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Has your surgeon offered you sizers in a bra...

While there is no perfect way to size you for an implant, trying sizer implants in a bra with a formfitting shirt is helpful. Often patients can quickly tell what they like based on this simple procedure. Dr Frank

Robert Frank, MD
Munster Plastic Surgeon

Implant sizing

Implant size, within 35 cc, will not provide a direct indication of your postop bra size. This is dependent on a variety of factors including the dissection of the breast pockets, the shape of the breasts, width of your chest, etc. It is important to have an extensive dialogue with your plastic surgeon as to your expectations.

Robert L. Kraft, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Breast Implant Sizing?

Unfortunately, there is no direct correlation between the size of breast implants and the resulting cup size. In planning your breast augmentation procedure it will be very important to communicate your size goals with your surgeon. in my practice I find the use of goal pictures to be very helpful. I have found that the use of words such as “natural” or “C cup” means different things to different people and therefore prove... more