How many CCs would you suggest to go from 38C to 38DD? (Photos)

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I got 320cc, ultra high, under the muscle breast augmentation. My size now is 38C but I want to have more like a 38DD. What size in cc would you suggest?

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

In your before photographs, your breasts were too low on the chest wall for augmentation alone.  At this time, the technique I recommend is a modified Benelli lift.  Using a circumareola incision, your breast tissue is reshaped, elevated higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage.  At the same time, small implants can be placed.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear agarcia500,breast implant type and sizing selection is a complicated process and requires a detailed consultation that includes a discussion of your goals, a detailed examination, and a lengthy discussion. But the decision will always start and end with the patient. When it comes to sizing, we have all of our patients find 3 photos of their desired breast size. We ask for naked breast photos because clothing can obscure the true size (push up bras). Next, we consult with patients and go over the photos and take detailed breast measurements during a physical exam. Next, we using a sizing algorithm to determine a range of implants that will work based on the exam and the measurements.Lastly, during the operation, we use silicone sizers in the operating room to see how the size actually looks in the breast. We sit the patient up in the operating room, while asleep of course, and compare the sizer result with their desired look photos. If it is too small, we start the process over with a slightly larger implant. We don't stop until we get the perfect match.Of all of my breast augmentation patients, every one of them has been happy with their size due to this detailed and meticulous process. You don't want to invest time and money into a result that is either too big or too small.You should discuss your concerns with a board-certified plastic surgeon and make sure that your surgeon understands your goals.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You would do best to meeting with a board certified plastic surgeon and try on a variety of sizes to see what you like. Bras are not all made to standardized sizes.

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