Breast Size with 260 Gram Implant on A Cup?

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I'm currently a 32A. What size will I be with 260 grams of breast implants?

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

It is very difficult to determine the best size you will need (recommended based on your photos) or the exact size and shape implant you will require to best match your ideal breast image without an examination by a board certified plastic surgeon. Not just any board certified plastic surgeon, but one with many years of frequently performing breast augmentation surgery including different approaches, techniques and implant choices. This is because several measurements not to mention your breast characteristics are needed to determine the optimal implant size to obtain your goals. Without knowing these dimensions it would be difficult to make this determination. For example, the existing base width of your breast will determine, in many cases, the maximal volume per implant profile that you can accommodate. To illustrate; a 100 cc difference may make a significant difference with a narrow base width breast, but much less of a difference if you have a wide chest wall and wide breast “foot print”. Therefore, just because your friend may have a great result with let’s say a 300 cc implant to make her go from a “A” cup to a “C” cup size does not mean that you will have the same result with the same size implant. The same process goes for just filling in the upper part of your breast without becoming much larger. Further simply placing implants in a bra to determine the size best for you is not always accurate as the bra often distorts the size, is dependent on the pressure the bra places plus the implant is outside your breast and not under it among other variables. Computer software morphing programs that automatically determine the best implant size can be helpful in some but not all cases (e.g. doesn’t work well in my experience with existing implants, sagging or asymmetric breasts). Using “want to be” photos however are useful if simply provided to the surgeon as I will further explain in the link below including silicone vs saline implant

Farbod Esmailian, MD · Answer

I good way to see how things look is to try out the sizer or do the rice test.  You can do this at home and take a pair of old panty hose and measure out 260 cc of rice and place it into the stocking.  Then you can try out a sports bra and see how things look.
You will be around a B cup with 260 grams.  But try it out before surgery to see what you think.
 
Good luck.

Asif Pirani, MD, FRCS(C) · Answer

There is no way to guarantee a particular bra size. Bra sizing varies greatly between bra manufacturers and a C in one bra will be a D in another. What matters more than the assigned bra size is the way the implant looks on you. The best option for your body and aesthetic goals can be determined in a thorough implant sizing session.Implant sizing depends on several factors. One of the most important factors is your breast width. Generally, your surgeon will measure your breast width, and then provide you with a range of implant sizes appropriate for your native breast size. There are more nuances to it than just what I've described, but this approach works for most women.I usually have my patients bring in a large bra and a tight t-shirt to do sizing. I'll then choose 3-4 implants that I feel are appropriate, and have my patients place them in the bra under the tight t-shirt. My patients can then look in the mirror and get a good sense of what they will look like with the provided implant sizes. My patients like this approach and get a great idea of how they will look.By using this technique, your surgeon can outline a range of appropriate implant sizes that will be aesthetically pleasing, and you make the final decision.I hope this helps. Good luck!
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Michael C. Edwards, MD, FACS · Answer

You will find that your can fit into probably 2-3 different bra sizes depending on where you shop. I allow my patients to place the implants into a sports bra to give you an idea of what you might expect and I really try to stay away from promising a given cup or bra size. Take care.
Dr. Edwards

Jack Gelman, MD (retired) · Answer

There is no absolute bra size. Try on the sizers with your plastic surgeon until you find the size you like. Make sure it is reasonable for your frame. Then when you buy bras after the surgery find one that fits best. Fit, not numbers and letters, is the most important.

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