Double mastectomy reconstruction both breast, want to be C cup size. How many grams of saline will I need?

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Stephanie Peng, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.  It's difficult to estimate what size your implants will be, since every woman's frame is different.  For example, a 400cc implant can look like a B-cup on a woman with a larger frame, but the same implant will look like a D-cup if the woman's frame is smaller.  One of the benefits of a 2-stage breast reconstruction is that the first surgery places a tissue expander to create a pocket for the implant in the future.  The expander is filled in clinic over several visits, allowing you to see your reconstructed breasts "grow" to the right size.  I recommend an in-person consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon who is familiar with breast reconstruction.  Good luck!

Maria M. LoTempio, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. Implants are measured in volume. An A cup is about 150 ml, B cup 300 ml, D cup 450 cc. When one is having mastectomies, the volume which is lost is not not only the breast gland, but fat and skin. To be a C cup at least a 300 ml implant should be considered, and more or less close to 400-450 ml. Your plastic surgeon can explain all this to you and show you samples to match your body. Best of luck.

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