Breast Lift and Breast Implants Ideal Size

None of us can help you with this question without examining you. A 200 cc implant is small but might be enough for you depending on your base diameter and overall frame and size. I used to use ones in this range but for the last 5 years the sizes have gone up more into the 300+ size range. You can't go too big at the same time though because a lift tightens you and an implant stretches you so the implant can't be too large and still be safe.

If you are a DD/E a 200 cc implant sound awfully small for you. With out examining you it would be difficult to say what would be beneficial, but I would think it would be much larger than that.  

It is not the best to second guess your surgeon who has the benefit of exam, however, I will venture there. I base sizing of implants on diameter of the implant and the width of the hemi-thorax. Based on all of the above disclaimers, I would guess that something like a 300 cc moderate profile Inamed saline implant would work a bit better. It is certainly worth looking at anyway. In the end, it will depend on what you are trying to accomplish, and what your tastes are.... more

There are so many factors that go into the implant size decision making process. This makes it nearly impossible to give you a direct answer. Here are some generalizations. 1) Clearly, you don't lack volume. You have more than enough volume, it's just located in the wrong part of your breast. Instead of being up high (and perky), it is way down low. We have not perfected a reliable method of providing long term upper breast fullness with your own tissues. Instead, we use implants to achieve... more

Without pictures and/or examining you, it is difficult to say what is the best approach to your surgery. However, if you feel comfortable with your surgeon, then you should not second guess them or try to force them away from their usual way of doing the surgery. A reduction/augmentation or mastopexy/augmentation is a complex procedure which requires balancing many factors including your breast tissue, current volume, implant size, gravity, skin quality, etc. There is more too it than... more

Hi there- Choosing an appropriate implant for a patient is actually a delicate and deliberate process which in my opinion cannot be responsibly done without a careful examination. If you have had a pleasant and informative consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, including a careful examination, I would trust the original recommendation. If you are still concerned, I would discuss your concerns with your surgeon until you are comfortable that the plan for surgery is likely to achieve... more

Hi! Very large breasts don't age well and I always advise against that. What I think you want is volume and fullness in the upper parts of your breasts. This can be done without implants by doing an INTERNAL lift where the breast tissue is moved up on the chest and sutured together with buried stitches. This technique has been described by several plastic surgeons including Dr. Lejour and Dr. Hall-Findlay. This should leave you with a "lollypop" scar. If the lift is done just by... more

Final breast volume is determined by the implant volume and the residual breast volume. The same implant in 3 different patients can result in 3 very different results. There is no way to determine if the size suggested for you is appropriate without first examining you. If your unsure, however, I would suggest discussing it further with your plastic surgeon. The choice of implant is a very important one and you need to be comfortable with that decision before proceeding with you surgery... more

No one here on this site can or should comment on your question without examining you. Implant sizes do not translate easily from patient to patient and there is much more that goes into choosing an implant in your situation than pure volume. If you have reservations about your conversation with your surgeon, go back and talk to him or her again until you are both on the same page. You can also seek a second opinion. But in my opinion, entering the operating room with doubts about your... more

Volume is very tricky when a lift is being done at the same time. In my experience, breast size can be the result of volume or lots of excess skin. So, in your case, the large cup size may be the result of a significant sag to your breasts, therefore you may need volume to make up the difference if desired. You can also look to reduce the size through a lift/reduction. Most importantly, A lift will make your breast appear larger, even if the cup size is smaller! This is because the breasts... more