Is 500cc high profile silicone implants too big for 5ft 110lbs?

breast
implant size

1.  
32 a  
to 32 c   needs about 250-275 cc

2.  
34a   
to 34c     needs about 300-350 cc

3.  
36a   
to 36 c     needs about 350-400 cc

4.  
You will be a double dd or larger  with 400

 

IMPLANT PROFILES AND
SHAPES


It's important to know what size bra you
currently wear. Is it a 32, 34, 36 bra, and, of course, the cup size. The strap
size is important to know because that affects the diameter of the cup and
subsequently the diameter of the breast implant that we choose. We also need to
know your height, your weight, and it's helpful to know your dress size as
well.

In addition, it would be very helpful if you
include photos of yourself. A front view, a side view, and a three-quarter view
are most helpful. This will let us see if there are any breast asymmetries, if
the breasts are narrow, if the breasts are wide, what your chest wall looks
like, and this will also help us make a decision as to the best size breast
implant for you.
In my experience in general, if a woman wears a
size 36 AB bra and would like to be a C cup, which is the average size that
women wear and the average size bra that is sold, she needs a volume of
approximately 350 to 390 cc to make that change. This becomes less if she's
wearing a 34 bra, because it has a smaller strap size and the cups have a
smaller diameter. A smaller diameter implant would then be a volume of
approximately 300 to 350 cc. In the same way if she was more petite, maybe a
double zero or size one and wore a 32 AB bra, then to become a 32C cup she
would only require about 250 to 300 cc. This is a general number, and of course there
are other factors that will affect this. For example, if she has a chest wall
issue where the chest is slightly sunken, this is called a pectus deformity,
then she would require a little bit more volume to first bring her chest to a
level position and then move forward to the projection of a C cup. This may
require implants of about 50cc more. It's important to examine the patient and
have complete information to make this decision.

Hello and thank you for your question. Implant size is based on your chest wall dimensions and your desired size . An in-person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon is the only way to determine the best implant size for you. However, I do agree that they are going to be big but I can't tell you if  they are going to be too big for your frame with out an exam.  I hope this helps you and best of luck with your upcoming surgery 

Every person's frame is differen't, so weight and height are only one component of deciding size.  Chest wall size and breast base width (your surgeon should have measured this) are key to helping make an accurate prediction!

Wow.  That will make a statement.  Hopefully your surgeon showed you some imaging of you with implants that large.  And hopefully these implants are not much larger than your current implants - since if they are your implant pockets will need to be adjusted significantly.  Long story short- this is not at all an easy question to answer on line or in person - so please make sure that all of your questions are completely answered prior to undergoing the "knife."

this depends on your base width, what size implants you have now and what size you want to be. Some woman can "handle" very large implants, others, not so much, really depends on the patient. In person exam is only way to sort this out. 

Choosing the correct implant size is very important.  When you say you are getting your implants "redone" does this mean you already have implants?  It would important to know what size you already have to give you advice on which size to choose.  Implant size needs to be customized to each individual patient.  In addition to size, there is shape, texture, fill, and even the location of the implant (above or below the muscle).  All of these factors affect the final result.  It is best to schedule a consolation so that we can discuss your options specifically.Good Luck

Hello and thank you for your question. The size, profile, and shape of the
implant is based on your desired breast size/shape, your chest wall
measurements, and soft tissue quality.  This decision should
be based on a detailed discussion with equal input from both you
and your surgeon.  This entire surgery
can be performed with a small incision technique.  Make sure you
specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have
had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.  
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

It is most important to work out this balance between going too big and too small before surgery with your surgeon. In our practice, we measure the dimensions of the patient's breasts as well as perform sizing sessions before surgery. This means using sizer implants and our 3 D Vectra computer simulation to give the patient an idea of what they should look like. Accordingly, by working this out before hand, our patient satisfaction rate is very high and our return to surgery for size change rate very low.

Hi Amy. A 500 cc breast augmentation is not small, but I have done this surgery and many persons with your exact measurements. Shorter people can look top heavy. Online, there's no way to give you specific advice, but I think you should speak with your surgeon and try on the sizers until you're 100 percent sure of the size. 

I appreciate your question.



The size of implant best for you is dictated by your chest wall measurements.  Once we determine that we can choose the profile based on what you want or need to achieve.  If you are seeking a natural look, then the diameter of the implant should be equal to or, more ideally, smaller than the width of your breast. The breast width is a measurement of how wide your breast is at the base, which should be measured at the level of the nipple. Choosing an implant that is smaller in diameter than your breast width will avoid the "side breast" fullness that is often associated with a more artificial appearance.  Other than that, you should choose the implant based on volume, not on the dimensions of the implant. You should choose a board certified plastic surgeon that you trust to help guide you in this decision.  



Silicone will give you a fullness at the top (upper pole fullness).



Silicone implants come pre-filled with a silicone gel and are the softest implant available. They feel more natural, which makes them a good option for women with less natural breast tissue; but they require a larger incision. It may be more difficult to realize if this type of implant has ruptured, so it is important to monitor them with annual follow-up visits. Additionally, because this implant contains a more liquid silicone (less cross-linked), if this implant should rupture, it will leak only into the scar capsule formed around the implant but may cause some discomfort or implant distortion.



Anatomic gummy bear implants might be a good choice to give you volume.



These highly-sought-after, anatomic implants offer a look that more closely resembles the natural silhouette of a breast, and, therefore, are a very attractive option for individuals seeking a natural-looking, aesthetic primary breast augmentation. Additionally, these implants are an especially excellent option for patients undergoing restorative or corrective breast surgery because they provide more stability, shape, and reduced incidence of capsular contracture. Compared to other types of silicone gel implants, the silicone in the cohesive gel implant is more cross-linked; therefore, should the implant shell “rupture,” it maintains its shape and silicone does not leak.



During your breast augmentation consultation, you should feel the different types of implants available, and try on various implant sizers in front of a mirror to help you to get an idea of how you will look following the surgery. You should also bring pictures of the look you would like to achieve, as well as a favorite top to wear when trying on implant sizers.



The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.



Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.



Best of luck!



Dr. Schwartz



Board Certified Plastic Surgeon



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