I have Breast Aug booked for 23rd Dec. Will 480cc give me a DD cup?

If you would like a larger implant, then you should be indicating to the surgeon that you would like a larger implant.  There are no set rules for maximum size.  If you have tried on sizers and liked the 480, then that's one thing.  If the surgeon is choosing on your behalf, you will likely be unhappy.  Depending on your size now, 480 will probably not make you a DD.  I do not think tear drop implants look more natural.

There are many factors that go into choosing a size of an implant. These include your height and weight and pre-existing breast dimensions and size. A larger taller framed woman would require a larger implant to achieve a double D cup versus a smaller petite woman. There is also no standard as to what a cup size is. Some bra manufacturers consider a D cup quite small versus other manufacturers. It is reasonable to bring to your surgeon photos of others with an outcome that you are hoping to come close to. You can also ask your surgeon the differences between and anatomic textured teardrop shaped implant and round implants. There are pros and cons for both models.

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

Generally speaking, I consider two factors when selecting implants for my patients:1. Dimensional planning2. Gel Implant Sizing systemDimensional
planning – The measurements of your chest wall are taken. Also, the
breast dimensions including the height, width, and current dimensions of
each breast form the basis of dimensional planning. Based on these
measurements, the implant size is recommended. This will give you a
unique breast implant that is suited for your body frame. However, there
are some limitations of what size we can recommend. For instance, some
implants may just be too big for a narrow chest wall. Your surgeon can
review this with you during the consultation.Gel Implant Sizing
system – During the preliminary breast implant consultation, you will be
provided with an option to “try on” a variety of implant shapes and
sizes. You can also visualize the possible outcomes of your surgery
which helps you to get that perfect size to give you the shape that you
longed for. This way your preferences are known and you can then pick a
range of implants that will “fit” just right to give a soft natural
fuller look. Hope this helps.Dr. BasuHouston, TX

You didn't give your height, weight, bra number (e.g. 34, 36) and you did not submit pictures of your breasts. My typical patient is about 5 ft  inches, 120 pounds and wears a 34B bra. For my typical patient, a 480 cc implant will look artificial no matter the shape of the implant or how the surgery is done. Furthermore, that large an implant in my typical patient will increase the risk of long term difficult to correct complications. However, for example, a 480 cc implant in a woman who is 5 ft 10 inches tall weighing 145 pounds wearing a 36B bra, will probably give a natural look and long term stability. 

Thank you for the question.   You will find that online consultants will not be able to provide you with specific advice in regards to selection of specific breast implant size/profile. Ultimately, careful communication of your goals (in my practice I prefer the use of goal pictures, computer imaging and direct examination/communication in front of a full-length mirror) will be critical.  Given that your surgery is coming up soon, the best way to alleviate your anxiety is to spend additional time with your plastic surgeon, preferably prior to the day of surgery.
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 are 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 "DD 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.  Again, the use of computer imaging, may be very helpful during the communication process.
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 ( after the use of temporary intraoperative sizers).  Viewing the patient's chest wall in the upright and supine positions, with temporary sizes in place, help select  the best breast implant size/profile for the specific patient.
I hope this, and the attached link (dedicated to breast augmentation surgery concerns), helps. Best wishes.

This is difficult to answer since your idea of a DD may have little in common with mine. There are no fixed standards to define cup sizes--I have patients who can wear bras of 3 different cup sizes that all fit. Furthermore, a C on a 36 is larger than a C on a 34, smaller than a C on a 38 band. Presumably your surgeon did some measurements and suggested the maximum size that would be acceptable given your anatomy. As to a natural appearance, again our concepts of natural may not match. By in large,  the more natural appearances com to patients with a fair amount of breast tissue and a small implant, such as in a patient wanting to go from a B ot a C cup.  It is quite uncommon to see a patient who has a 3 cup size increase looking natural, at least to my concept of natural. As to shaped implants, it may be that they would be a better choice, but all depends upon your anatomy. Sometimes patients will have to accept a somewhat smaller size when selecting a shaped implant. This is not a decision that can be made over the internet!Discuss with your surgeon! All the best. 

Although far from exact, the largest size increase with one breast augmentation using round, smooth surface, sub-pectoral implants is two cup sizes. This is assuming the implant fits properly behind the breast and looks natural. This is done by making sure the implant diameter matches the internal width of the base of the breast upright and with arms down. The profile (forward volume) of this implant would be the highest available -- usually called "high profile". If you looked like a mid B cup before then you should look like a mid D cup after the implants. In my opinion and experience it is not wise to start from a number of cc's and make it work. This is like starting from a dress or shoe size choice and working backwards. It is also not the reality that you can just pick a result and get it. This is known as the Michael Jackson problem. I would also recommend against the use of external sizers to judge results. Tear drop shaped implants offer no advantages in the typical cosmetic breast augmentation candidate. A properly sized and positioned smooth surface, round implant will fill out the breast properly in virtually all normal shaped breasts and avoids problems of turning or malposition of a shaped implant. 

It depends on where you buy your bra. Generally speaking 200cc of breast implant should add one cup size. Victoria Secret labels a bra a D cup that is the same size as a C cup at different retailers.If you are a B cup a 480cc implant should make you a D cup in the same bra you are currently wearing. It is important to follow your plastic surgeons recommendation as he/she has chosen a size based on your breast measurements. Generally speaking a round implant usually gives a more natural and softer result than a textured shaped implant. For more information on sizing please read the following link: