Is 400CC to Big? Will It Get Me to a D Cup? (photo)

Question

Hi. I'm 5Ft. 135lbs. Athletic build, broad shoulders, A cup. Getting a tummy tuck, lip on flanks and breast aug. in August. Chose to have 400CC. Do you think that'll get me to a D Cup or should I go to 450CC? Is that big for my body type?

Vishnu Rumalla, MD · Answer

Thanks for your inquiry and picture.  Bra sizes are not standardized and change from brand to brand.  Volume also can be crafted in different looks because implants come in four major projection: moderate, moderate plus, high, and ultrahigh varieties.  Without exact measurements it is hard for me to fully comment, but I can tell by your desire for a "D" cup that you are interested in projection- how far the breast comes off of the chest.  If you were my patient, I would take a series of measurements, and let you try on sizers which will fit well within the dimensions of your chest.  I have attached a link to my website.  Under the breast augmentation information you will find a detailed explanation and examples of we size patients.  Hopefully you have chosen a board certified plastic surgeon with good experience because I am sure he/she would echo these concerns and I personally feel it almost always bettter to place the implant under the muscle.  Good luck with surgery.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

You say your are a size A but unfortunately you have not told us 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 size required to achieve your desired goal.

	Best Wishes,

	Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question and picture. Despite good intentions, online consultants will not be able to provide you with  meaningful specific advice.

	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 “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

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

First you have asymmetry so you will need different cc sizes. Second the 450 cc range to 550 cc range would achieve that larger appearance.

Is 400CC to Big? Will It Get Me to a D Cup? (photo)

Answers (8)

Answer: Implant Selection Process

Answer: Implant Selection Process

Answer: Is 400CC to Big? Will It Get Me to a D Cup? (

Answer: Is 400CC to Big? Will It Get Me to a D Cup? (

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Breast Augmentation

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

Is 400CC to Big? Will It Get Me to a D Cup? (photo)

Answers (8)

Answer: Implant Selection Process

Answer: Implant Selection Process

Answer: Is 400CC to Big? Will It Get Me to a D Cup? (

Answer: Is 400CC to Big? Will It Get Me to a D Cup? (

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Breast Augmentation

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.