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Petite Asian Tiny Frame - 10.2 Breast Width Diameter - How Big is Too Big (photo)?

Hi, I am 4'11" tall and 90lbs. I have gone for two consults and have finally settled on a doctor. Given my tiny frame and my desire to want very natural results, my doctor told me the highest he will possibly go for me would be 190-200cc. My BWD is about 10 to 10.2. Should I look into a higher profile or moderate? I'm not sure what that means for my end result.. My current cup size is probably about a 32AA. Does this mean I will get to a 32B? How should I address this at my sizing consult?

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14 Doctor Answers | Asked by melamela

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Plastic surgeon can use sterile sizers during surgery to see which size implants give you the look you want.

Hi. 1) Sterile sizers placed inside your breasts during surgery eliminate all guess work. The surgeon can see exactly what a particular size and shape looks like inside you. ( You need the largest implants that leave you looking completely natural.) Only then are the real implants opened. The different implant sizes are always available in the operating room. I would guess 225 cc's and moderate PLUS profile, but remember that is just a guess until one sees... more

Bra Size and Breast Size

With a bra size of 32 AA, each 100 cc's of implant will correspond to 1 cup size increase. If you desire a 200 cc implant that will correspond to 2 cup sizes bigger so you go from a 32 AA to a 32 C. However, your photograph shows asymmetry (right breast is larger than the left) and you will need 2 different size implants. It may be difficult to place that size implant under the muscle (which I recommend) in your petite frame. I also recommend silicone gel implants for... more

Petite Female, Narrow Chest, Wants Natural Look - What Profile Should I Choose?

Given your base width diameter at 10 - 10.2, and using the Allergan Naturelle chart for dimensions of implants at various fill volumes, and assuming one does not want to put an implant in with a greater base width diameter than the existing breast, then this eliminates both style 10 and style 15. That is to say, that both moderate and moderate plus implants between 190-200 cc of fill volume, have base width diameters larger than your existing breasts. Therefore, the only logical... more

Petite Asian Breast Aug

If you are looking for a more natural look I would stay away from High profile implants. The way I see it you have 3 options: low, moderate or high profile implants. Your base diameter sets the tone for the entire procedure. You can only have implants that fit your base diameter. Once your surgeon has determined your base diameter then you should look at which profile gives you the look you want. I would guess moderate is what you will need. However, only a consultation with a board... more

Getting sized for breast implants is much more involved than it seems.

Thank you for your question and the photos. 200 mL does not sound like an unreasonable size choice. High profile round does not give a natural look but form-stable anatomical gel might. Getting sized for breast implants is much more involved than it seems at first thought. It requires a full consultation with detailed questions to see exactly what your goals are, short and long term. It also requires precise measurements of your current breast dimensions, the dimensions of your... more

Sizing is relative

First, I think you have highlighted an issue in breast augment surgery and that is the petite woman with small chest width. At one time, the implant manufacturers were considering bringing out a separate line of implants marketed to the Asian patient population, specifically to address the small chest (28-32") size. Second, the photo demonstrates a small asymmetry between the breasts which can be improved by differential augmentation. Given the narrowness, I would not... more

Breast augmentation and size

Dear petit lilah, You indeed have a small frame and while natural is very vague, you would generally look great and natural with a B cup. This is a discussion you should have again with your surgeon. In my practice after an exam I would likely offer you the TUBA procedure where saline implants are placed under the muscle through a hidden navel incision. In your case 225-50cc moderate profile implants. Best of luck.

Avoid high profile for a more natural look

Thank you for your inquiry and photograph. If you are looking for a natural result, I would stick with the moderate profile implants and advise you to stay away from the high profile implants. From the look of your photograph, you appear to be a little asymmetric in size and you may need a larger implant on the smaller side for symmetry. The implant size that you are looking at should take you up one to one and a half cup sizes and should look very natural. Good luck.

Breast implant size

Thank you for the question and the photo. Because of your small frame and your choice of wanting to look natural you could be a good candidate for the shaped implants which tend to fit the chest better and give you enough of a profile to meet your desired look without looking too big or fake. Best of luck

What is too big?

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, in this instance, you. If you haven't already done so, try on sizers to get an idea of what implants will look like on you in a non-padded bra with a top on over it. Try a variety of volumes, and you can choose the one that looks best to you.

Breast size

Too big for one person is just right for someone else. It is your body...your decision. Generally higher profile implants give more upper breast fullness. Most of my patients who say they want a natural appearance are happier with moderate or moderate plus style implants (style 10 or 15) depending on the manufacturer. You can always try on sizer implants in front of a full length mirror to see what a particular size will look like in your body. At the size range... more

Best Breast Implants For Me?

Communication with your plastic surgeon will be very important step in achieving your goals after breast augmentation surgery. I would suggest that you do not base this communication of goals or satisfaction with the results of surgery on achieving a specific cup size. As you know, cup size varies depending on who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup size may also be inaccurate. In my practice I use goal pictures to communicate with patients. With this... more

Breast augmentation in petite woman

Hello. It is a little difficult to say with just one photo and not examining you. But I would think you would be happier with more projection like hi profile and could probably place up to 250 cc. Especially the left side which needs larger implant than right side. Good luck

You look a bit asymmetrical

If you have already decided on the doctor and size then don't ask physicians who haven't seen or examined you. It looks like your right breast is a bit bigger than the left. If you want, you can probably go a bit bigger than that size.