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What Size of Silicone Gel Implants is Best for a Petite Woman?

asked 2 years ago by claudiar in West Palm Beach, FL
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
Question viewed 1,147 times
Tags: 130-149 lbs, 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in, silicone implant, B cup, D cup, implant size

Hi, I want to get Silicone gel implants. I went to see a doctor in Miami. I am a 36B and have doubts if a D size would be too big for me.

I am 135 lbs, 5'2". Please advise. In my short appointment with Dr. O, he didn't really tell me what size of implant would be best for me so I'm still left with doubts.

7 answers to What Size of Silicone Gel Implants is Best for a Petite Woman?

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Silicone implants

It is difficult to tell you what size implant will achieve the cup size you want.  An  exam and discussion are critical.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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What Size of Silicone Gel Implants is Best for a Petite Woman?

This would likely require a mininmum of a 400 cc implant and silicone would most likely give you the best results. However, this is a highly simpllistic cursory statement and you would be better served by getting additional opinions or trying sizers.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Silicone gel breast implants and sizing

The issue of silicone gel implants is largely unimportant regarding sizing. Properly done saline filled implants can look just like silicone gel implants. Bra cup sizes are a very imprecise way of measuring breast size, but in general, A, B, and C cup size breasts relative to the chest around (which doesn't change in an augmentation) are the normal range and D cup size by definition will be out of proportion. The degree of naturalness of the result is as important as size for looking... more
Scott L. Replogle, MD

Denver Plastic Surgeon
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Breast Augmentation

Dear Claudiar The size of implant is dependent on what you want, the physician bias and the amount of tissue and skin laxity of your chest wall. There is a range of size that will look "natural" vs augmented..... and this is the range which you and your physician will work within for you to be happy and have an excellent experience and result. With Warm Regards, Trevor M Born MD
Trevor M. Born, MD

Toronto Plastic Surgeon
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Silicone Implant Sizing

Only you in partnership with your plastic surgeon can determine the appropriate size implant for you. Most plastic surgeons will offer you a sizing session, during which you can become confortable with a size for your situation. It is also important to find an implant which "fits your breast", meaning that the base of the implant is no larger than the limits of your breast.
John Whitt, MD

Louisville Plastic Surgeon
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What is the right implant size to use

There is no one way to pitch the proper implant for a given patient. It begins with an interview and discussion about your goals for surgery. After examination of your breasts to take measurements, asses the degree of laxity if there is any, and only then have you actually size with implants. By this I mean placing implants in a sports bra to allow you to see in a full length mirror approximately what to expect. I would not do it any other way because what you see in the mirror is a little... more
Michael C. Edwards, MD

Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

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The size decision in breast augmentation is yours.

Hello, There are no sure methods for determining what cup size you will be or what a certain volume implant will look in your frame. You can look on websites that list patient height/weight and implant volume. Find someone of your height and weight and whose result you like. Write down the volume and speak to your plastic surgeon specifically about that volume. He/she should be able to direct you based on experience and what your goals are. If not, I would suggest getting another opinion.... more
Francisco Canales, MD

Santa Rosa Plastic Surgeon

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