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Is the Implant Size Too Small?

asked 1 year ago by Concerned Lady in Greensboro, NC
Latest answer by Michael Law, MD
Question viewed 902 times
Tags: breasts, female

I am scheduled for a breast augmentation on the 16th of this month, and I am scared that we have discussed an implant size that is too small. I am 5'5" and 112 lbs. I currently can't fill an A cup from Victoria's Secret if my life depended on it... the implant will be under the muscle and possibly 325ccs. I understand that I have a small frame, but I want to be sure that I end up with a full beautiful shape that is at least a full C cup. Any advice?

20 answers to Is the Implant Size Too Small?

Implant size

It is hard to tell whether you will be a small C or full C. I usually tell my patients not to be preoccupied by cc; depending on bra companies, the bra size varies a lot. For instance, one can be a full C in Victoria Secret's bra when she can wear a B bra in Soma. You should try on silicone sizers or rice test to see whether 325cc would make you happy.

Sugene Kim, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

Breast Implant Size

You did not give your chest circumference, but with your other measurements, it should be small. Now it is impossible to predict bra cup size, as they vary from one manufacturer to another. In the past, though, in someone measuring 30 inches around under the breasts, 100 cc equaled one bra cup size. If you put the implant under the muscle, you needed to add about 10% more. Many people your size have been very pleased with an implant around 325 cc. It is best to discuss your preferences... more

Robert T. Buchanan, MD
Highlands Plastic Surgeon

Breast Implant Size

W do I select the appropriate breast implant size? This is a decision you and your surgeon will make together. It is important to understand that there is not a wide range of implant sizes and profiles that will look natural in each individual patient. Given your height, weight and preoperative breast profile, there really is a limited range of implants sizes and profiles that will produce a full - but natural - breast appearance. So it is important to establish from the beginning... more

Michael Law, MD
Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon

michaellawmd.com

Breast Implant size for A cup to C cup

Bra sizes are confusing. More often than not, a woman is not wearing a correctly fitted bra, doesn't know her bra size, or doesn't know how a bra is fitted. Cup size is dependent on the "number" part of the bra size... a D cup in a 34 bra is a different size from a 42 bra. That being said, bra manufacturers are not held to any uniform standards when it comes to cup size and shape... that is why one brand of bra might fit you very well for a given size, but not... more

William A. Wallace, MD, FACS
Jacksonville Plastic Surgeon

Implant size and cup size

Implant sizing is the most commonly asked question in regards to breast augmentation on this forum. To size an implant, your plastic surgeon takes into account your breast anatomy, chest anatomy, and your desired goals. However, matching bra cup sizes exactly is due to the fact that cup sizes are not standardized. A "C" cup from one manufacturer may be a "D" cup from another. Also, 325cc is simply the volume of the implant. A high profile 325cc implant has a much... more

David Bogue, MD
Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon

Breast implant size.

The volume of the implant, 325cc, is less important than the dimensions (diameter and projection) in determining whether or not the implant is the right size for you. The right size depends on many factors, and your requested size (full C) will probably be accomplished by the selected implant, or perhaps slightly larger. The best possible result involves not only the right size, but a shape that you like and is proportionate with your body, satisfactory implant positioning, a... more

Steve Laverson, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Implant Size Too Small

It is ultimately your decision what size you would like to be. Everyone has their own picture of perfection or of how they will look. I always have my patients do the rice test before deciding on a final size. Try not to concentrate too much at the CC's at this point. Do the rice test with an open mind and fill the stocking to what you feel makes you like what you see in the mirror. This is all a matter of perspective. If you need more information on the rice... more

Miguel Delgado, Jr., MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

www.dr-delgado.com

Implant size should mostly depend on what YOUR expectations are.

The choice of implant size should mostly depend on what YOUR expectations are. You should be evaluated by a physician in order to get their recommendations regarding what size range would be possible, but ultimately I allow my patients to choose their own size because they are the ones that have to live with it. If you closed your eyes right now you could probably picture the result that you want to have. As part of my consultation my patients try on implant in order to... more

Richard H. Fryer, MD
Salt Lake City Plastic Surgeon

Choosing the right breast implant size for you

The size of the final breast augmentation result is usually the most important thing that most women think about when undergoing the procedure. While bra size is the common method when discussing implant size, it is a rather vague concept to some degree. What is a C cup to one woman may not be to another. Therefore, it is important to have a visual reference. I would go in for a final sizing appointment and bring with you some photos of postoperative breast augmentation results... more

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD
Indianapolis Plastic Surgeon

Breast Implant Sizing

Your question is a common one we see here on Real Self...unfortunately, there is absolutely no way a plastic surgeon can give you advice in a forum like this without having the ability to see your actual photos let alone examine you. When we evaluate a patient for breast augmentation, we look at the overall beginning shape of the breast, skin quality (loose or tight), width of the breast and chest together...and we interview the patient to ascertain their individual goals. This takes time and more

John Philip Connors III, MD
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Breast implant sizing is critical

I tell patients that the hardest decision they will have to make is choosing a breast implant size. In our Michigan plastic surgery office, we use three ways to determine breast implant size. We first show you pictures to see what kind of look you like. We then have you try on actual implants and apply an flowchart depending on the width of your chest. Finally, we keep extra implant sizes on hand at the time of surgery. A lot of websites will tell you to find... more

Pramit Malhotra, MD
Ann Arbor Plastic Surgeon

Axis III 3D Imaging for Breast Augmentation

There are several ways to estimate the post-operative breast size. Most rely on just that- estimation. There are new 3-dimensional imaging systems, such as the Axis III system, that uses multiple cameras to image the patient's chest and simulate the changes with a given implant. This system has been very useful in our practice by giving women another tool to choose her implant size by seeing what her chest will look like after surgery.

Lawrence Iteld, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

www.mygeldnercenter.com

Is the Breast Implant I chose TOO SMALL?

In the absence of a physical examination, much less a photograph, how can a responsible Plastic surgeon answer your question? The SUITABILITY of a breast implant depends on a LOT more than just your height, weight, present bra cup size and your wishes. Picking THE right breast implants depends on - the elasticity / stretchiness of your skin (there are physical limitations on how large of an implant your breast and chest skin would simply allow to be placed) - Your present Breast tissue... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Implant Size Too Small

You did not care to post a photo so my guess is 325 is OK. I would error on the side of larger like a 375 cc to 400 cc HP. From MIAMI Dr. darryl J. Blinski, 305 598 0091

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Choosing a breast implant

After spending alot of time reviewing this with your surgeon and choosing an appropriate size, I can only say to perform a baggy test at home to be a bit more confident. Fill a baggy up with 325 cc's place it in a loose fitting bra that you wear and then put on a tight t-shirt. this will give you a rough ballpark of your size.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Breast implant size

It is extremely difficult to precisely predict the cup size after a breast augmentation. Depending on your body parameters (height, weight, rib cage contour, etc.), we can approximate a certain "look" but not guarantee a cup size. It can be a "C look" or a "C+ look" and so on. I suggest that my patients not focus on the cup size, but on what they want to look like in clothing, a bathing suit, nude, or an evening gown. The best results are... more

Ricardo Izquierdo, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Breast augmentation for a perfect C-cup

In our practice over 20 years we have found that patients are happiest with breast augmentation results when they choose how they wish to look after the procedure. It is impossible to know that the 325 cc implant is just right for you, but the surgeon should based on his experience, examination, and a thorough discussion of how you wish to look. The natural perfect C-cup with a beautiful shape? If the size is right for you what could be better. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd more

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

www.peterejohnsonmd.com

Finding the right size implant

Unfortunately there are no guarantees but a 325cc implant should in most instances get you up to a C cup. IF you have questions consider a second sizing appointment or try a sizing device. see video

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

What size implant will make a "full C" cup?

A photo or measurements would be very helpful. I'm not sure that a 325 cc implant will give you a "full C" cup size, as you are starting with apparently very little breast tissue. However, you may have a beautiful breast shape that fits you well with that implant size. If you look good and see a big change in your breasts, can you be happy even if you aren't wearing a full C cup bra? It's possible that your skin and chest wall can't... more

Carmen Kavali, MD
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Most attractive breast implant size

Having performed thousands of breast augmentation procedures, our patients say they have been happiest when they have chosen the implant size. In addition to cc's, a full beautiful shape requires alot of personalization which is unique to each patient. I have found that this can best be accomplished by an experienced plastic surgeon's evaluation, and judgement, with patients choosing the size that looks best on them.