How much CC does it take for an actual noticeable difference? (For implant sizes)

It really depends upon the anatomy of the patient. On the average, it takes a 100CC increase for a person to notice a visible difference. Try on a profile bra of various implant sizes the PS recommends under a tailored blouse, tight sweater, swimsuit, workout clothes, and other garments you typically wear so that you have the best idea of whether the garments fit as desired with the implant selected.  You will notice if 25, 50, or 75 CCs make a difference. Choosing an implant based on an aesthetic goal that exceeds your anatomic capacity may lead to complications and possibly revision.  Remember that there is no standardization of cup sizes among bra manufacturers.

Honestly, it is going to depend on your body type/frame and the size of the implant. However, in general, most patients notice a difference at 50cc. Hope this helps -- Dr. Nazarian

Hello,Thank you for your question. This will have a different answer for everyone as it is somewhat subjective. Generally, 25ccs is a fairly small amount. 15cc is a tablespoon. Depending on the base width that the volume is spread out over it could be difficult to detect. My patients find it helpful to try on the implant sizers in a form fitting t-shirt in order to get a feel for them and see what the different volumes look like on their body. All the best

Its great to remember 30cc's is just 2 tablespoons. We have studied this and it takes at least 2 implant sizes or about 50ccs before patients can see a consistent difference in size. Plastic surgeons a bit less. The challenge is that most patients are different volumes from side to side..."Breasts are sisters not twins", right? So sometimes we are just getting back to equal. You need to keep in mind though that 100cc's is only 1/2 of a bra cup. I base the range of implants I offer patients mainly on the width of their breast and stretch or elasticity and allow them to choose within that range. You just have to get in the right range...if you want to be as full as possible, I use the upper range implant...if more modest, lower. For size change operations I usually go at least 100-150cc's smaller or larger otherwise its hard to see much of a visible difference.Hope this helps!DR B

Thank you for your question.  In short, it really depends on the person.  For example, a woman with very little breast tissue will have more noticable differences than someone who already has a significant amount of breast tissue.  A good way to determine differences in sizes for you would be to "try on" the implants at a board certified plastic surgeon's office.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

My answer would change depending in what your question pertains to. If you are wanting to exchange implants to larger implants I would start at 75cc and up. If you are deciding implant size your first time then roughly 50cc would be a noticeable difference. Hope this helpsJosh Olson MD

There are so many factors that go into determining if an "increase" will be significant.It also matters if you are comparing one breast to another or changing implants.  For example a 25 cc difference from one breast to the other in a 150cc breast implant on one size and 175 in the other  in a A cup breast can be very noticeable. However going from 150 to 175cc in both breasts will be barely noticeable once the swelling subsides. The wieggt of the individual and size of the existing breast also matters. Going from 450 to 525in a C cup breast in a 150 lb 5 foot 2 inch indicidualwould probably not be noticed.When women request a sue increase my genwrapguide is to go 50% larger.Sorry this is confusing but it is not a simple answer and that is why you should meet with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options.

The answer depends on the actual size of the implant.  This means that there's no great difference between 400 and 450 (only about 10%), but the same 50cc difference going from 100 to 150 is more than 30% change.In general, it's a good rule of thumb, as Dr. Pelletiere as noted, than 75-100cc change is what it takes to see a real difference, and 100-150cc usually take a person one cup size up.  This is only a rule of thumb, there's no guarantee what a bra shop will see you as "your cup size."

In most women, a 75-100cc change is needed to see a difference.  100cc is a third of a can of soda just to give you a frame of reference.  To see a cup size change, most women need a 150cc change.  I hope this helps.

Thank you for your question. Depending on the starting point small volume changes can make a noticeable difference. For example of you are starting with an A cup 25-50cc volume changes will be noticeable. As you preoperative cup size increases then smaller volume changes will be less noticeable but I usually use 50-75cc to see a noticeable difference. Visible changes will also depend on your body morphology and skin fold thickness. The more subcutaneous fat you have the less noticeable small volume changes will be. I hope that helps.RegardsDr Guy WattsPerth, Australia