​I'm 5'3 and 115 lbs, how big should I go for my Breast Augmentation?

I use a technique called dimensional breast augmentation which involves taking in a number of factors and measurements, so each patient is unique. That being said, given your height, weight, and your activity level, along with the fact you are considering a lift, I would say you are probably not that far off in choosing an implant in that range. Best thing to do is to see a qualified plastic surgeon that has good breast expertise.

The only way to better understand the best size and shape breast implant for you requires that you work with your board certified Plastic Surgeon. After a thorough discussion of your desires and after a complete physical exam, you and your Plastic Surgeon should be able to start the sizing process. In my office this involves determining the best width and height and projection of implants that will not only fit safely under your skin, breast and usually muscle and but would also allow you to look enhanced naturally and achieve your goals. We now have thousands of implants to choose from, so be sure you feel confident that the implant shape, volume and projection will best safely accomplish your goals. Good luck!

Size is based on your chest width. Work with your surgeon to pick an appropriate sized implant based on your anatomy and desires. I discuss my patients wishes and choose an implant range based on those wishes and considering their chest width. I will also use sizers at surgery to achieve the result we discussed in advance.Cheers

When you buy a shoe you should get the shoe that fits your foot, same for breast implants. Let your surgeon give you a narrow range for your anatomy

Dear Karina,your board-certified Plastic Surgeon must have measured your breasts during the consultation. my guess is that for 5'3 and 115 lbs, your frame is petite, so your breast width is around 12 cm. you probably wear a 32 bra.so yes, 400 cc will bring you to a 32 D cup, most likely. you should have tried on sizers in his office with a non-padded 32 D bra. take a picture of yourself with a cell phone with the sizers, so you can have a good look of what you will achieve. sometimes, when one sees herself in a picture....now, bigger does not mean better, and more problems may happen. make sure you discuss all these issues with your surgeon.also another point, you are moderately tall at 5'3, so most men will be taller than you on average. with a D cup, you may appear more matronly..good luck,Florence Mussat

An excellent appearing augmentation depends as much on breast shape as is does breast size. You breast may only accept so much volume before shape becomes unnatural. It is always best to focus on the look that you wish for, and the implant size can be determined with skill and experience by your surgeon rather than a guess on your own. The look should be your own.

I find having patients try on sizers is the best way to choose implants.After finding something that looks good to you, your surgeon can advise you about any possible limitations of your anatomy, and can use the sizing info to recommend the implant size to use.There are no fixed definitions of cup size.  Furthermore, a C on a 36 band is larger than a C on a 34 band and so forth. Guessing a cup size outcome without photos or measurements is not going to be helpful.Discuss with your surgeon. All the best. 

Thank you for the question. Ultimately, careful communication of your goals, careful measurements (dimensional planning),  careful selection of appropriate breast implants and skillful execution of the procedure will be important steps in achieving your goals.
 
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 “full C or small 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.

The use of computer imaging technology may also be helpful to patients;  this technology allows patients to visualize what their breasts may look like with different sizes/profiles of breast implants. I have found this modality to be a nice addition to the communication “tools” available.
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.

To help my patients achieve their goals, 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.

Congratulations on your upcoming
breast augmentation, and thanks for your question. It's common for patients to
have a hard time deciding on implant size, and it's difficult for doctors to
make good recommendations over the Internet. If you haven't yet, now is a great
time to visit your surgeon for a sizing appointment. At our practice, Plastic Surgery Specialists, we have a 3-D
Vectra imager that allows you to see how you will look with implants of
different type and size We find it takes the guess work out of making this
decision.. Good luck!