{"id":19685,"date":"2021-05-17T11:04:19","date_gmt":"2021-05-17T18:04:19","guid":{"rendered":"https://www.realself.com\/news\/?p=19685"},"modified":"2023-10-12T16:16:33","modified_gmt":"2023-10-12T23:16:33","slug":"choosing-breast-implant-size","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https://www.realself.com\/news\/choosing-breast-implant-size","title":{"rendered":"5 Things to Know About Choosing the Right Breast Implant Size"},"content":{"rendered":"

Once you’ve made the decision to undergo a breast augmentation<\/a>, it’s time to dive into the details—and choosing the size of your implants<\/a> is a crucial one. First and foremost, remember that the choice is yours and yours alone. “Breast aesthetics are entirely personal. There are no set rules about what size implants are best for what body, so be wary of any plastic surgeon who tells you what size you ‘should’ be,” says Dr. Kelly Killeen<\/a>, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills, California. “At the end of the day, most women can get a beautiful augmentation that fits their chest and body, no matter what size implant they want.” So what’s the best way to determine how big you should go? Ahead, five things to keep in mind when choosing the size of your breast implants.<\/p>

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1. Don’t get hung up on CCs or cup sizes<\/h2>

Implants are measured in cubic centimeters (CCs), a measurement of the volume they hold. “It’s hard to translate CCs into cup sizes, but generally speaking, 100–200 CCs is equivalent to about one cup size,” says Dr. Killeen. That being said, it doesn’t make sense for patients to hone in on CCs, because there are so many other factors that contribute to how big or small the implant will ultimately look, points out Dr. Ellen Janetzke<\/a>, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. “So many patients come in and say, ‘I want 350 CCs, because that’s what my friend got.’ But think of it this way: If your friend bought a great pair of shoes that you also wanted, would you automatically buy them in the same size she did?”<\/p>

Similarly, both doctors say that thinking in terms of cup sizes isn’t particularly helpful either. Bra sizing varies from brand to brand; many women are wearing the wrong size bra and don’t even know what an A, B, or C cup breast actually looks like. You really need to think about size in terms of how you want your breasts to look rather than being married to some set measurement metric, advises Dr. Janetzke.<\/p>

2. Rely on photos<\/h2>

Showing your doctor photos of breasts that you like can be hugely helpful. “Lots of people tell me they want a ‘natural’ look but then show me a photo of a Victoria’s Secret model with large breasts in a push-up bra,” says Dr. Janetzke. Dr. Killeen agrees, noting that what you deem as natural or large may be very different from what the doctor considers as such. Use visuals, to ensure you’re on the same page.<\/p>

Related: Silicone vs. Saline Breast Implants? 5 Things to Know About Picking the Right Type for You<\/a><\/em><\/p>

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