Hi, I am 24, 5ft, 123lbs. I am 4 days post-op. I got 540cc saline, under, crease, with high profile. My bwd is 13. Ribcage is 30. My goal is to be in the DD (very large) range. I know it is hard to form a decision because everyone is different but I just want to have an idea if I'll be close to my "goal size."
Answer: Will I achieve my desired size?
It is too early to tell, but I imagine that you will be very large. At your height and weight, any implant over 500 cc's is a large implant. I would encourage you not to "fixate" too much on your final size. As you know, different bras from different designers have variable cup sizes. While you may be a DD in one specific bra, another type of bra with a D cup may fit you. Try to enjoy your overall shape, size, and look--rather than only worry about whether you will have a DD. Good luck.
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Answer: Will I achieve my desired size?
It is too early to tell, but I imagine that you will be very large. At your height and weight, any implant over 500 cc's is a large implant. I would encourage you not to "fixate" too much on your final size. As you know, different bras from different designers have variable cup sizes. While you may be a DD in one specific bra, another type of bra with a D cup may fit you. Try to enjoy your overall shape, size, and look--rather than only worry about whether you will have a DD. Good luck.
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Answer: No Size Guarantee After Breast Revision Breast revision surgery is more difficult, complicated, and requires more time than primary surgery. There is as much as a 40% chance additional surgery will be needed following the #revision. As far as sizing, there are no promise or guarantee of the specific cup/bra #size and shape you will be after your surgery. Implants which are under the muscle or are placed in a new position under the muscle may change with shape on muscle contracture and may have “#banding” and motion of the implants with muscle contracture. If this is unsatisfactory, it may require additional surgery which will also require additional surgeon’s fees, operating room and anesthetic fees.
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Answer: No Size Guarantee After Breast Revision Breast revision surgery is more difficult, complicated, and requires more time than primary surgery. There is as much as a 40% chance additional surgery will be needed following the #revision. As far as sizing, there are no promise or guarantee of the specific cup/bra #size and shape you will be after your surgery. Implants which are under the muscle or are placed in a new position under the muscle may change with shape on muscle contracture and may have “#banding” and motion of the implants with muscle contracture. If this is unsatisfactory, it may require additional surgery which will also require additional surgeon’s fees, operating room and anesthetic fees.
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October 9, 2014
Answer: Breast Size after breast augmentation
It is very important to communicate your size goals with your surgeon. 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 cup” or "fake looking" means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful.
Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup size may also be inaccurate.
I use intraoperative sizers and place the patient in the upright position to evaluate breast size. Use of these sizers also allow me to select the press implant profile (low, moderate, moderate plus, high-profile) that would most likely achieve the patient's goals. The patient's goal pictures are hanging on the wall, and allow for direct comparison.
I have found that this system is very helpful in improving the chances of achieving the patient's goals as consistently as possible.
By the way, the most common regret after this operation, is “I wish I was bigger”.
I hope this helps.
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October 9, 2014
Answer: Breast Size after breast augmentation
It is very important to communicate your size goals with your surgeon. 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 cup” or "fake looking" means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful.
Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup size may also be inaccurate.
I use intraoperative sizers and place the patient in the upright position to evaluate breast size. Use of these sizers also allow me to select the press implant profile (low, moderate, moderate plus, high-profile) that would most likely achieve the patient's goals. The patient's goal pictures are hanging on the wall, and allow for direct comparison.
I have found that this system is very helpful in improving the chances of achieving the patient's goals as consistently as possible.
By the way, the most common regret after this operation, is “I wish I was bigger”.
I hope this helps.
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September 12, 2011
Answer: Breast augmentation cup size
Even with all the information you provide, it is impossible to answer reliably. A profile view and oblique views would help, but the best determinant will be, of course, for you to try bras. I send patients to Intimacy, the "bra fit specialists," because they have a nearby store, but there are other good places to go. Cup size varies with bra style and cut. More important than cup size, in my opinion, is your satisfaction with your body. Proportionality, comfort, and compatibility with your lifestyle and desired appearance.
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September 12, 2011
Answer: Breast augmentation cup size
Even with all the information you provide, it is impossible to answer reliably. A profile view and oblique views would help, but the best determinant will be, of course, for you to try bras. I send patients to Intimacy, the "bra fit specialists," because they have a nearby store, but there are other good places to go. Cup size varies with bra style and cut. More important than cup size, in my opinion, is your satisfaction with your body. Proportionality, comfort, and compatibility with your lifestyle and desired appearance.
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September 26, 2015
Answer: Implant Selection Thank you for your question. It is much better to accurately discuss implant volume and projection with an in office exam and detailed measurements. In order to make an accurate size recommendation, I would need to assess your chest wall and breast mound measurements/characteristics. I use these measurements to help me during the sizing process to guide you to a safe result for your chest wall and just as important, one that meets your end desires.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 during the sizing process. In addition, review of photos and use of rice bags can be very helpful to the patient and surgeon in achieving a safe and happy result. Close intereaction and involvement from your surgeon during this process can help alleviate the anxiety and fears of choosing the right size. I wish you a safe recovery and fantastic result.Dr. Gill
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September 26, 2015
Answer: Implant Selection Thank you for your question. It is much better to accurately discuss implant volume and projection with an in office exam and detailed measurements. In order to make an accurate size recommendation, I would need to assess your chest wall and breast mound measurements/characteristics. I use these measurements to help me during the sizing process to guide you to a safe result for your chest wall and just as important, one that meets your end desires.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 during the sizing process. In addition, review of photos and use of rice bags can be very helpful to the patient and surgeon in achieving a safe and happy result. Close intereaction and involvement from your surgeon during this process can help alleviate the anxiety and fears of choosing the right size. I wish you a safe recovery and fantastic result.Dr. Gill
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