Will 375 cc be a C cup or a D cup? (Photos)

Question

I recently had a breast augmentation about 5 days ago and I'm very curious how big my boobs will be later. I asked for a C cup. I'm 4'11, I weigh 105 pounds, I am a 31A cup and have a very slender build. What do you think?

Donovan Rosas, MD · Answer

Patients often think in terms of cup size when considering augmentation. Unfortunately, devices are sized in terms of milliliters (cc) of volume. This can lead to some confusion when sizing. Additionally, it is important to remember that cup size itself is not standardized with variations from one manufacturer to another. Unfortunately, as many women can attest their cup size in an industry leader such as VS is not necessarily transferable to another brand.
Another point which is often under appreciated is that of anatomy and starting point. Any implant will add volume to the volume which is already present. The implant is additive. A particular volume will not necessarily confer the same cup size to different patients (often times it will not even confer the same cup size to different breasts in the same individual...remember they are "sisters" not "twins"). 
A general rule of thumb is that 125cc can represent somewhere between 1/2 to a full cup size increase. Smaller volume differentials (25-50cc) are typically less consequential representing a volume change of less than a shot glass. However, I have found these numbers, at least anecdotally, to be of little help. Patients often present with notions/goals which do not correlate with these sorts of sterile volumetric assessments.
When sizing patients, there are a number of useful tools including:
-3D imaging (has the added benefit of offering a volumetric analysis of the pre-operative breast)
-Breast sizers (rice bags)
-Goal photos
I also recommend that patients commit to a particular look rather than a cup size. Once a patient settles on a look that pleases them the overall cup size increase becomes less relevant.The key to obtaining a natural result is to stay within the parameters defined by your BWD. This will ensure that you avoid the dreaded "fake" look. 
As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Congratulations on your recent procedure. Implant cc's do not correlate exactly with bra sizes as different bra manufacturers vary. By 3 months you should be fully healed. I recommend visiting a lingerie shop then to be properly sized.Regards,

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. Its very early to talk about final and valid results. You have to wait until your breast settle down. Kind regards

Keith Hodge, MD · Answer

Congratulations on your new look. Since you were wearing a 31 A cup before, I would estimate that you will be a D cup. However, no one can guarantee a cup size. If you increase the number (31) which is the chest circumference, then you may be a C cup. The important thing is that you are healing well and you look great!

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs and congratulations on your procedure, it appears that you will have a very nice result.  Unfortunately there is no direct correlation between implant cc size and final cup size but I would anticipate a D cup once fully healed and the volume within the implants has settled. Remember that as the swelling in your tissues resolves the lower portion of your breasts will round out and fill your bra cup more.  It may take up to 6 months so hang in there!

Paul C. Dillon, MD · Answer

The easiest thing for me to do in my own practice is have patients try a variety of implants while in the office. For every 1 inch increase in your bust diameter (compared to your chest diameter), you may have an increase in 1 cup size. If you measure your chest circumference and then measure your bust circumference, the difference will correspond to an estimate in bra size. For every 1 inch increase, you will go up by a cup size (A,B,C,D,DD,DDD,F)

Kenneth R. Francis, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear Monesha23,A 375cc breast implant on your small frame with an A cup breast will initially be a D cup, but will likely decrease to a C cup over time as your breast tissue becomes compressed by the implants.  Good luck!

Benjamin Wood, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

Thanks for your question.  In general, it can be difficult to estimate cup size because it is very dependent on where you are shopping.  On average, each 150cc in implant volume will correspond to one cup size.  I would recommend waiting until most of the swelling has resolved and allow time for the implants to settle into position before being measured for your new cup size.  Best of luck with your recovery!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Implants do not always  match up to the cup size.  A good rough estimate is to do a  baggy test and see if you fill the desired bra cup that you want.

David A. Sieber, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for the great question! It's difficult to give you a perfect answer, but generally speaking, each 150cc of implant is about 1 cup size. So based on your implants, you should increase about 2.5 cup sizes, making you a most likely around a D. It will take a few months for the swelling to go down, so you won't know for sure until then.Best,~Dr. Sieber

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