Why do some larger implants (550-600cc) look so small, and some small implants (250-300cc) look so large?

December 7, 2015
Asked By:1TiredMama in Colorado, CO

I'm 5'4" 160 lbs and scheduled for a tummy tuck, breast lift and implants. I have a small rib cage (32") and very small waist, with a large bottom. When I tried on different sizes of implants I ended up deciding on 390cc, but after looking at a million pics I'm worried I'm going too small. Any regrets not going with a bigger implant?

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December 14, 2015

Answer: The apparent size of a breast implant after placement is dependent in large part upon the size of the patient.

December 14, 2015

Answer: The apparent size of a breast implant after placement is dependent in large part upon the size of the patient.

December 13, 2015

Answer: Implant sizing

December 13, 2015

Answer: Implant sizing

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