Difficulty Choosing Implant Size - What's the Difference between 20CC?

Hi, I;m just wondering, in a professional opinion, is there a big difference between 20cc's in a silicone implant? I'm scheduled for a BA on August 5th and originally picked the 320cc round textured silicone implant over the muscle but am wondering whether I should go with the 300cc. Is there a big sizing difference (once inserted) of 20cc's? I'm 5"4, currently a 34B and about 125lbs. I'm hoping to be a small C-cup size.

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20cc difference in implant size is negligible

As made clear by the uniform consensus of the other plastic surgeon respondents, 20cc difference in breast implant size should have a negligible effect on your appearance at the sizes that you are considering. In general, if there is any doubt, most women would rather be a little bigger then a little smaller. Make sure that your plastic surgeon knows exactly the look that you are seeking. He/she should make the final choice of implant size based on your expressed wishes. more

Determining cc's and size for implants

20cc’s will not make a significant difference in size and appearance of the breasts. Clear communication with your plastic surgeon is important in achieving the desired goals of the patient. I like to communicate with patients with “goal” pictures. During surgery, I use temporary sizers to determine the size/profile that will give the patient the look she is looking for. Trying to predict the size of the implant preoperatively is not ideal. I think it is... more

Very small difference

20cc's will not make a visible difference to your overall size or result. I typically tell patients you will need to go up or down by 100cc's or more to see a real change.

Volume of breast impants

A cc is cubic centimeters which is the same measurement in volume as a ml. So- 20cc is 20ml. In the english system 20's is about 2/3 of one ounce. I usually tell patients to think of 30cc's as 1 ounce Either way you look at it the amount is negligable. Go with the implant that best fits the base width of your breast.

No difference between 20 cc's in breast implants

A 20 cc difference between implants is not visible. Don't worry about that at all. I have photos of a patient of mine with adjustable salines that have volumes that start at 425 then 500 then 600 and there is hardly much difference so 20 is really nothing.

20 cc Difference

20cc's is not that much of a difference at all. It takes a full 150cc's + to go up a full cup size. The majority of patients wish they would have gone a little bit bigger. I wouldn't worry too much about 20cc's. I think either way you will accomplish a small C cup.

Need at Least 75cc to See Difference In Implants

When it comes to implant size, most women really need at least 75cc difference between implants to register a visual change. As a frame of reference, 100cc ( cubic centimeters or milliliters) is one third a can of soda. A 20cc difference really would not make much of a difference. I hope this helps.

20cc is not a big difference.

20cc will not make a big difference. It will take at least 100cc-150cc to give a cup size difference. One thing to remember is that most patients wish that they would have gone larger after the surgery.

Choosing the Right Implant Size

Choosing the appropriate size for your breast augmentation relies on many factors including your current breast size, the amount of skin you have, your desired cup size, and your breast and body measurements. You should consult with a plastic surgeon performing breast augmentation regularly who will work with you to pick the right size and profile. It shouldn't be just choosing one of two sizes and the right size for you means incorporating both you and your plastic surgeon's... more