Can you help me understand these 2 VERY different implant size suggestions from 2 board-certified plastic surgeons?

August 4, 2022
Asked By:Anon453054 in Alpharetta, Georgia

Me: 5'6" 120. Very lean. AA. Measurement from nipple to fold only 4 cm. Breastfeed, lost tissue. Distance runner. Did 2 consultations with board-certified plastic surgeons. I want natural-looking results but hesitating to do surgery and still have tiny breasts. Surgeon 1: Basically asked me what size I wanted. Said he could do 400cc, maybe 450. Surgeon 2: More experienced. Said 250cc. Maybe 300cc MAX, due to 4 cm measurement. Said NO WAY to anything close to 400cc. Said would be ugly

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August 7, 2022

Answer: Different opinions from surgeons

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September 7, 2022

Answer: 2 different suggestions

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September 7, 2022

Answer: 2 different suggestions

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Answer: Try on sizers

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August 15, 2022

Answer: Try on sizers

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Answer: Smaller implants for athletic women

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Answer: Size

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Answer: Size

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