300cc + 450cc Saline Implants - What Bra Size Will I Be?

Size is a complex decision that is not only based upon your height, weight and current cup/bra size but ALSO on also on your breast diameter, waist, shoulder, and skin envelope measurements. These can only be assessed in person during a consultation.

It's a great question, but it's really hard to predict your final cup size. A rough estimate would be that every 150-200cc of implant volume would increase your bra size by about 1 cup. During your consultation you'll be able to try on implants in a bra. It's important to remember that cup sizes vary significantly between different bra manufacturers, so focus on reaching your goal look and then you'll find out your cup size during a bra fitting. When considering breast augmentation make sure you find a board certified plastic surgeon who will take the time to answer all of your questions and explain all of your options, so that you can decide if breast augmentation is right for you.

Every woman's idea of cup size is different and for this reason, most plastic surgeons prefer other methods to determine breast size. Furthermore, cup size doesn't easily translate into cc's when determining breast volume.In addition, no two patients are ever alike. They have unique anatomic findings, individual starting points, and specific aesthetic goals.In the absence of a physical examination and pictures, it's virtually impossible to make a recommendation about implant size. For these reasons, consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon is appropriate. This surgeon should be able to find the implant that creates harmony, balance, and proportion and ultimately, accomplishes your aesthetic goals.It's also impossible to determine the probability of rippling without a physical examination or pictures. In general terms, rippling is less likely with sub-muscular implant placement, with silicone implants when patients have moderate amounts of their own breast tissue. If you're concerned about rippling, it's important to discuss this issue with your plastic surgeon as well.

Hello! Thank you for your question. In general, implant size does not correlate with bra cup size. The cup size itself will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer as well as who is doing the actual measurements. Thus, cup size is never a reliable indicator for your breast size. I typically encourage my patients not to communicate her desires in cup size but more on the actual look and appearance. Good communication between you and your surgeon of your expectations is warranted - choosing your surgeon wisely is the first step. Discussion of your wishes and having an honest and open dialog of your procedure is mandatory (e.g, implant type, incision, placement, lift, etc). I have found that photographs brought by the patient is helpful to get a visualization of the appearance you wish for in terms of size, shape, fullness, etc. In addition, your surgeon's pre and postoperative photographs should demonstrate a realistic goal for you. Once this has been accomplished, allow your surgeon to utilize his/her best medical judgment during the procedure to finesse the best possible result for you after preoperative biodimensional planning and fitting the right implant for your breast width. Hope me that this helps! Best wishes for a wonderful result!

Patients do quite a bit of research on the internet and often see me
with an idea of what size implant they desire. However, it is difficult
for a patient to know the true dimensions of the internet patient's
chest, their ribcage shape, chest circumference, and other factors
important to know in predicting cup size. In general, about 200
cc is an average volume in what a thin woman with a 34 inch chest
circumference with your amount of breast tissue would need to gain a cup size. I would recommend a lower profile implant based on your breast tissue separation.  I predict, that in
your case, a 450 cc implant with a likely overfill will offer you a DD.   Are you sure you desire to be that large?   Best wishes!

depends on what size you wear now, 32, 34, 36, etc- as the cup size varies on the chest size.  If you wear a B cup now you will likely be a D or DD.  The chance for rippling is higher with saline than silicone.  Be sure that you and your surgeon choose a profile that matches the diameter of your own breast if you are going that large.  Good luck!