Smaller Implant to Reduce Premature Sagging?

I'm currently a natural 34C with a "perfect shape" according to my plastic surgeon. I'll be 23 when I have surgery, no children, am 5'7 and 135 pounds. I want to increase my size to a DD with the "push up bra look"/upper pole fullness. To get the desired look my doctor suggested 500cc high profile Mentor silicone gel implants. I'm worried about premature sagging though, I feel the implant might be too big/contribute to early sagging. Is it better to decrease cc/size? Any suggestions?

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age 18-24 C cup sagging 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in 130-149 lbs prevention

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Smaller Implant to Reduce Premature Sagging?

Large breasts--natural or otherwise--are more likely to have problems with sagging over the years. If you would be content with a somewhat smaller implant you will still have a nice result, and less likelihood of wishing you never did this in 10or 20 years. Thanks for the question, best wishes.

Breast implant size

Determining the best volume to use for a breast augmentation procedure is not like putting bumpers on Chevrolets. Each patient is different and must be evaluated individually. Without examining you or seeing a picture it is difficult to advise you effectively. I would suggest avoiding DD cups, however. I get patients who come to my office for breast reductions who are DD cups. They don't care what scars are put on their breasts, they are happy to be free of the... more

Best Breast Implant Size for Me?

Thank you for the question. Although it is not possible to give you precise advice without direct examination and a full communication of your goals, I would suggest that you go only as “big” as necessary to achieve your goals. Generally speaking, using the smallest breast implant that will achieve the patient's goals, is in the patient's best interest. On the other hand, you should be aware that the most common regret after breast augmentation surgery is “I wish... more

Is 500cc too much?

Personally, I think 500 cc is too large. It is impossible to tell though without photos. You might ultimately have to make priorities between size and long term stability. You are asking the right questions.