5'2 36D - 250cc or 350cc: What size is the best for me?

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I'm 5'2 (and a half) curvy hips and 140lbs, no kids. Starting at a 36D and looking to get implants to better my breast shape (more cleavage and volume up top) as well as increase size. Keeping in mind I'm fairly short, are 350cc too big on top of my natural 36D size? I don't want to regret not going larger but I'm uncertain between 250cc and 350cc..

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

If
you are a 36 D, you do not need implants. 
I recommend The Bellesoma Method to reshape your breast tissue creating
upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and
more medial to increase your cleavage. 
Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation and the ability to breast
feed are maintained.  At the same time or
later, fat transfers can be performed if additional volume is desired.  Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Hampton A. Howell, MD · Answer

Hi.  To appropriately discuss implant size and choice, you really need an in person evaluation by a plastic surgeon with good experience with breast augmentation.  Opinions and preferences will vary somewhat from one surgeon to another surgeon.  Personally I start with the base width of the patient as the starting point for the footprint of the future implant.  Tissue characteristics, and desired postoperative size, and patient anatomy all factor in to the proper selection of implant volume as well as profile.  I go over all of that all in detail with my patients at the time of their consultation.
I would recommend consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon with good experience in this area.  He or she can thoroughly review the options with you so that you can make a good and well-informed mutual decision.
Good luck and take care,Dr. Howell

Christopher C. Chang, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.  It's difficult to say what would be the best for you - an in person consult would be the easiest way to tell.  
I prefer to examine each patient's tissue, size, anatomy and then decide on a plan together to achieve your cosmetic goals and best long term outcome.  When you are already starting with a large breast, adding implants has to be done thoughtfully, so the breasts look fuller and youthful, not heavier and older.
Hope that helps,
Dr. Chang
Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  Breast implant selection is an exciting, but stressful, part of the breast augmentation process as there are so many choices. Unfortunately it is impossible to recommend the best implant style, size or shape without an in-person examination that allows for the measurement of key breast parameters, as well as permits an in-depth discussion as to your desired goals and outcome. I would recommend "trying on" several of the implants in your surgeon’s office so that you can have a better visual representation as to what they would look like.  Best wishes!

Robert Singer, MD · Answer

The best cosmetic result in any particular breast
augmentation patient depends on a variety of factors, including: Your
individual anatomy, desired outcome, realistic expectations, a thorough
discussion with the plastic surgeon about the options, and an understanding of
the pros and cons of any particular implant choice. Proper sizing is not just
about the number of cc’s. or the type of implant. The thickness of your tissue,
breast dimensions which include the width, height, and projection, as well as
chest wall width all need to be considered when choosing an implant. Trying on
implant “sizers” of various shapes and volumes while wearing a tight t-shirt,
bra, or bathing suit at a preoperative visit will help you and your surgeon
choose the optimal implant.

Keep in mind that following the advice from a surgeon on
this or any other website who proposes to tell you what to do without examining
you, physically feeling the tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a
full medical history, and discussing the pros and cons of each operative
procedure would not be in your best interest. I would suggest you find a
plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally
a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you
trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that
surgeon in person.

Robert Singer, MD FACS

La Jolla, California

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