Breast Implant Sizing is 400cc Too Big for 5'2" 120 Pounds?

Hi, it's perfectly normal to be nervous or second guess your decisions, especially as you get closer to the surgery date. Based on your description, I think 400cc should achieve a nice, full and natural shape. Most women who had deflated breast after pregnancy had enough skin to accommodate a larger implant. The amount of breast tissues that you have will dictate how much coverage you can get so the implant is not so "obvious". Placement under the muscle will help some, especially at upper pole. If your surgeon is an experience board certified plastic surgeon and you had a thorough consultation and evaluation, then you have to trust that physician will achieve the enhancement that match your expectation.

Best Wishes,

Stewart Wang, MD FACS, Wang Plastic Surgery

Thank you for your question. There are several considerations that go into determining the best implant size for you. These would include your desired size, the desired look, the width of your chest, and the overlying skin envelope. The absolute volume of the implant is only one aspect of the implant selection process.

The most important factor in my estimation would be the width of your chest. The proposed implant should have a width that matches the base width of your breast. If it is too wide, it will not look natural and spill laterally into your side. If it is too narrow, there will be a space between the implants which also looks unnatural.

Once the width of the implant is selected, the projection can be chosen to accomplish the look that you are hoping for. It sounds like you are planning on a moderate plus implant, if silicone is being used. without an examination, it is impossible to select an implant for you. however, 400cc does not sound out of the question.

There are multiple sizing systems available to help with the decision. I do not usually find photos of other patients to be very precise, but it can act as a starting point. Most important, talk to your plastic surgeon about the options and your desired outcome. He/She should be able to help you with the decision and help predict the final result.

Best of luck with your breasts.

Jeff Rockmore