Is going from a G cup to a full B cup too much?

The implant selection should be based on a combination of your desired size, soft tissue dynamics, breast base diameter and skin elasticity.  I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with.   Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified, Double Fellowship-Trained Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Going from a G to a B would require a 5 cup size reduction.  At size 38, each 200 grams removed corresponds to 1 cup size change.  You would require 1,000 grams removed from each breast and this is excessive.   Unfortunately, you have not provided photographs.  Rather than fixating on cup size, you should have results that are proportionate to your body.  The technique I recommend is The Bellesoma Method.  This will reduce and reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage.  The weight of the breast is transferred to the underlying pectoralis major muscle resulting in pain relief without excessive reduction.  Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation and the ability to breast feed are maintained. Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D. 

Dear Tiffanyann3, Thank you for your question. Measurements of cup sizes are variable, and while on one store a woman may measure a B cup, she might measure a D cup in a different store. Therefore it is difficult to guarantee you a certain cup-size with breast reduction surgery, especially if you are having such a large amount of breast tissue removed from each breast. If you are going through insurance, there is also usually a certain amount of breast tissue your surgeon has to remove, based on your height and weight, for your insurance to cover the case. I recommend you speak again with your board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your concerns. Sometimes it is helpful to show him or her a picture of how you would like to look after surgery. Best wishes and good luck with surgery. I hope you have a speedy recovery!Kind regards, Franziska Huettner

Hello,As you likely know, cup size can't be guaranteed as it will depend on which store you go to post-op etc. That being said, you are undergoing a large reduction which can be done safely. While your risks are higher in a very large reduction, it sounds as though you have done your research and are with a safe surgeon. In that case, your risks will be lowered and you will likely be very satisfied. All the best in your journey!Dr. BlaggAustin, TX

I never promise a patient a cup size, and often times what I perceive to be a certain cup size is different than what the patient has in mind.  I find it more realistic to show a patient photos of results that I think are attainable, good luck, Jane. 

Dear Tiffanyann3,it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Thank you for sharing your question! 
When I speak to patients regarding breast reduction, I take care to clarify that I do not operate with the goal of achieving a specific cup size, necessarily, but rather with the goal of achieving an aesthetically pleasing reconstruction that doesn’t compromise the blood flow to the nipple-areolar complex or the remaining breast skin and soft tissue. Similarly, it is correct to assume that the more tissue mass that is excised, the risk of nipple-areolar and skin sensation changes increases. 
I agree with the other respondents that you should communicate your concerns directly with your Plastic Surgeon, both for risks involved with compromised blood flow and sensation change, as well as for your overall resultant breast shape and size. If you are worried that a B-cup range is something you aren't comfortable with, you should share that concern with your Plastic Surgeon so you can plan together what result will be best for you. 
I hope this is useful, best of luck to you! 

Congratulations on your choice to proceed with breast reduction surgery!  It is wisest to discuss your concerns regarding post op breast size and shape with you surgeon before your procedure.  Most of my patients want their upper back and neck symptoms better but want their breast size to be in proportion to their frame.  Communication is key.  Best wishes

Hi! Thank you for your question. I never guarantee cup size after breast reduction. I can only estimate. Instead of thinking in terms of cup size, it's better to think about proportions. You want your breasts to look proportionate to your body. Nipple sensation can also vary after breast reduction and that's why I never guarantee it either. After breast reduction, some patients have no change in sensation, other patients have less sensation and some patients report an increase in sensation. I hope this helps and best wishes.

I never promise a specific cup size to my reduction patients. I can give them an estimate of what cup size they will be and try to demonstrate what their breast size will be in front of a mirror. This is a close approximation but not exact. That being said, for me, it would be hard to take a G cup to a B cup and leave enough tissue for a nice breast shape and good blood flow to the nipple and skin. I also would be concerned that a B cup might look out of proportion to the rest of your body but without pictures it is hard to tell. I have seen many patients that have been fitted for G or H cup bras that don't actually look that big on exam, more like a DD to me. You might be able to get to a B cup if this is the case. I think it is important to rember that breast reduction is not about dialing in a breast cup size it is about relieving symptoms. I thing think this comes about as a result of the lift you get with a reduction more so then the amount of tissue removed. Thanks for your question.