Maximum Cup Size Through Breast Implants?

asked 3 years ago by lilsinger in london
Latest answer by John P. Di Saia, MD
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I would like to have large< breast implants. How big can I go in terms of cup size if I am 30B?

10 answers to Maximum Cup Size Through Breast Implants?

Smaller breast implants do better over time

Hello, Some women want larger breasts. I find myself discussing risk with them as the risks do increase substantially as you go beyond a certain size. That size is relative to your starting point. Really large implants with little tissue to cover them tend to look pretty ugly over time and there are not many reliable ways to fix this if it were to happen. Just be careful.

John P. Di Saia, MD
Orange Plastic Surgeon

Beware an overflowing cup!

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Your original bra size, 30B suggests that you are a thin woman and stretching your tissues excessively will eventually result in large, saggy breasts. In breast augmentation, both the patient and surgeon have high expectations which include soft, mobile breasts, minimal scars, appropriately positioned nipples, attractive cleavage, proportionality and longevity. As a generation, we've all been imprinted on the Victoria's secret girls and think that... more

Lavinia Chong, MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Cup Size Isn't Standardized

The problem with talking about cup size is that there's no standard to bra sizes. Depending on where you buy your bra will depend on the size. A C in one bra may be a D in another. So I don't advise patients to look at the cup size. Look at the implant that makes you look the best. Try on sizers on with a sports bra and different clothing and determine which size you like the best. After surgery go to a reputable boutique lingerie store where they will measure you correctly for a bra.... more

Christopher L. Hess, MD
Fairfax Plastic Surgeon

D cup is safe.

Hi! Beware of going too big. There are more complications, and very large breasts age badly. In Manhattan, we would not go larger than a D cup for breast augmentation. I use a disposable implant SIZER during surgery to find the best size, before opening the permanent implants. This takes the gues work out.

George J. Beraka, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Just because you can doesn't mean you should

The rate of complications clearly increase as you go with larger sized implants. In many instances it may be better to stage the operation In the united states, the largest size implants approximate 1200cc. However, your name would seem to indicate that you are in London. It is my understanding that larger implants are avialable in Europe. However, this would go under the title of: "just because you can doesn't mean you should". Schedule a consultation with a credentialed surgeon and... more

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

There are many issues for you to discuss with the doctors you meet

First of all, the maximum sized implant for you would be a high proflie implant of maximum width for your chest wall diameter. What ever cup size this creates would depend on how you want clothing to fit your body. Please realize that maxing out the implant size for your body will lead to a variety of future problems such as numbness, tightness, capsular contractures, stretched out skin etc. Usually it is wisest to go more natural!

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

The key to a great result is preoperative planning

First of all I like to get my patients away from talking about "cup size" because there is a huge variability in what one bra maker's "B" cup might be. One company's "A" cup might equal another's "C" cup, etc. I think the it mostly depends on your tissues and your measurements. As far as your tissues, have you had children before? If the breasts have previously "expanded" with lactation from pregnancy, there is usually more tissue laxity... more

James F. Boynton, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

There are many variables to consider

The best way to tell will be for you to meet with a board-certified plastic surgeon who can give you your options after examining you. There are limitations based on the dimensions of your chest, the tightness or laxity of your breast tissue and skin, and the size you want to achieve. I have all of my patients size with the implants in a sports bra to see what they may expect. You will know a lot more after your consultation. Best of luck. Dr Edwards

Michael C. Edwards, MD
Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

www.medwardsmd.com

It depends on your anatomy, your surgeon, and your expectations

Going from a B cup to C or D cup with breast augmentation is certainly possible and is a straightforward procedure. When a patient wishes to be much larger than that, I will always advise them of the toll large implants can take on your breast skin over time. The skin often cannot tolerate the large implants and will stretch over the course of the years, and over time the results may not be as aesthetically pleasing as you would like. It's always easier to go bigger later, but more... more

Shahram Salemy, MD
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Maximum cup size depends on the current anatomy and expectations

The proper breast implant size is a range and not a fixed number in my mind. The maximum cup size you can reach depends on the current breast diamters, tissue thickness etc. A clinical exam by a plastic surgeon will give you an answer based on measures. In general, it is possible to reach a C or D cup. Best of luck!