Breast Augmentation: Q&A
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I am going in for breast augmentation surgery in December. I am 5'5 128 lbs and my current bra size is 34 B. I want to make sure the implants are not too big for my body frame as my friends say that I have a small frame. I was thinking of going around 450 cc (which I think is a full D cup) I just don't want to regret that I didn't go bigger :(
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jessicaluebeck
in Redondo Beach,CA
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Smaller is Better
At size 34 each 100 cc's of implant will correspond to 1 cup size change. To go to a size D, you will need 200 cc implants. At your size I doubt you would be able to accommodate a 450 cc implant placed retro-pectorally. If an implant that large is placed, it will displace inferior and laterally and you will need a revision in the immediate future.
Best Wishes,
Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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Implant choice
It is difficult to suggest what implant would be best for you. 450cc is pretty large. if you want to get anidea how it looks for you, I suggest doing a baggy test filling it up with saline and placing it in your loose bra and putting a tight t-shirt over it to give a rough idea of the size. Good luck!
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Implant size
450 cc Impants are, in my opinion, plenty big. When you go with larger implants than that, you start having problems related to the large size, such as sagging, thinning out of the breast , and bottoming out. I recommend not,going any larger.
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Sizing Implants
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Determining Implant Size
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Every person is different it has a lot to do with patient proportion and body styles. In our practice we tell our patients that 200cc -225cc equal to one cup size. If you’re a B cup and want to go up to a D cup you’re looking in the right range.
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Selecting the right implant size
When i make recommendation on implant size/profile, I consider each patient's body (height, weight, chest width/height, breast thickness) as well as her desired look. It is important to have a good communication with your surgeon in regards to your desired goal. Without photos and direct exam, I cannot give you a recommendation. However, 450cc should be able to give you a full D based on your height and weight. Please also remember that bra size will vary depending on...
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Try on sample implants to have an idea.
Helle there,
Generally every 200CCs is a cup size so if you want it to look natural I would recommend not to go bigger than 450CCs. Try on the sample implants when you go for your next consultation and you can put your shirt down to picture it underneth your clothes.
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Implant size selection to achieve your goals
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