Is 260cc or 300cc Silicone Implants Better on a Thin and Skinny? Allergan 5'1''

Question

I have scheduled the surgery for the next 16 of august, but I am not sure about the size. The reasons is that I dont want to have big size, cause I am very skinny and my height is 1.62 its about 5'2''.

	However my doctor said 300cc cause it will be under the muscle. But I am very affraid about it, on the other hand he said with 260 I will have regrets, and it will seem like nothing. I would like to know other doctors opinión,.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Unfortunately, you have not provided any photographs or your bra size.  If you are a 32 or 34 each 100 cc’s of implant corresponds to 1 cup size change.  If you are a 36 or 38 each 200 cc’s of implant corresponds to 1 cup size change.  From this, you can calculate the volume needed to achieve your desired goal.  Without photographs I cannot tell if you need a simultaneous lift.  There is a new technique called Breast Augmentation with Mini Ultimate Breast Lift.  Using only a circumareola incision it possible to reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage.  Through the same incision, an implant can be placed.  Aligning the areola, breast tissue and implant over the bony prominence of the chest wall gives maximum anterior projection with a minimal size implant.  Smaller implants look and feel more natural, less likely to have complications and need for revisions. 

	 

	Best Wishes,

	 

	Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

If you're struggling to decide between a a 260 versus a 300 mL implant I would advise you go with a 300. Almost all women wish they gone a bit bigger when asked about their opinion of the original operation a year after breast augmentation.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Generally speaking, the best online advice I can give to ladies who are considering  breast augmentation surgery ( regarding breast implant size/profile selection) is:    

	1. Concentrate on choosing your plastic surgeon carefully.  Concentrate on appropriate training, certification, and the ability of the plastic surgeon to achieve the results you're looking for. Ask to see lots of examples of his/her work.        2. Have a full discussion and communication regarding your desired goals  with your plastic surgeon. This communication will be critical in determining  breast implant size/type/profile will most likely help achieve your goals.  In my practice, the use of photographs of “goal” pictures (and breasts that are too big or too small) is very helpful. I have found that the use of words such as  “natural”  or  “C or D cup”  etc means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful.  Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on him who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup  size may also be inaccurate.         3.  Once you feel you have communicated your goals clearly,  allow your plastic surgeon to use his/her years of experience/judgment to choose the breast implant size/profile that will best meet your goals.  Again, in my practice, this decision is usually made during surgery.

	     I hope this (and the attached link) help.

Paul Gill, MD · Answer

In order to make an accurate size recommendation, I would need to assess your chest wall and breast mound measurements and characteristics.  Unfortunately, there is not a general rule of thumb or objective criteria to implant selection.
	Your plastic surgeon will perform several measurements of your chest wall and breast anatomy and determine a range of implants that both fit your chest wall and reach your desired goals.
	The next step is to try on this range of implants in the office with your doctor.   The key to this success is showing your surgeon the body proportion you desire with a bra sizer and allowing your surgeon to guide you to the right implant.   It will be much easier to communicate in implant cc's than cup size when determining the appropriate implant for you.
	I wish you a safe recovery and fantastic result.
	Dr. Gill

Jeffrey Zwiren, MD · Answer

Your implant choices are very close in volume and you should not be disappointed with either size.   Most women would opt for the larger size.

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