How many cup size or sizes did I go up? Post op breast augmentation. 475cc silicone gel make me a C or D?

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So, im a 20yr female. 155lbs, 5'6 and i have broad shoulders. I recently got my silicone gel implants with 475cc. My band size is a 36. I was originally a small B. I wanted to be come a full C boarder line D This question might not have a answer but was curious on other doctors opinions. Will 475cc make a significant amount of difference in my breasts? Im wondering how many CC in a silicone implants takes a girl up a cup size with my body build?

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Hi there,Thank you for your question. Yes, if you started with a B, a 475cc implant will help you to achieve a C or D cup size. Best, realdrsix

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thanks for sharing your question. To determine the volume that is appropriated for your body is better a personal evaluation or at least some photos. Kind regards

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  Breast implant sizing is an inexact science, relative to a woman's bra measurement, as there is no direct correlation between cc size and cups.  As your chest is apparently wider, each cc will impact your cup size to a lesser degree than a woman with a more narrow chest.   In most instances in patients with your frame 475cc will result in a bra size larger than a C.The exact size will be unknown, but remember that it is better to fit your bras to your breasts rather than the other way around.  Hope this helps

Itzhak Nir, MD, FACS · Answer

From what you have described it appears that the 475cc implants will make you a D cup. Not a C cup. The style and size of  the implant is important and should be based on your breast measurements.I hope this has helped.

Thomas Trevisani, MD · Answer

Without photos and the  benefit of physical exam- it's difficult to give you the best answer. Also, it's useless to discuss cup size because most all bra manufacturers do not consult with Plastic Surgeons to correlate implant size to cup size. We try to focus on your look and feel and then whatever cup works- it works. Look and feel are most important.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Implant volume does not correlate with cup size exactly.  You are best to try on bras once your implants are in and have settled.

Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS · Answer

There is not a direct correlation between bra size and implant size since bra size is an inexact measurement as bra sizes (even with the same company) vary dramatically. Typically, patients who start at a B will be between a C or a D with 475 cc breast implants.  Also, the amount of increase is partially dependent on the surgeon's surgical decisions. Your surgeon should be better able to guide you on the expected increase as he or she knows the scope of the surgery and the specifics about you.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Sounds like your increase is great. Not sure what you expected? Best to discuss wth your chosen surgeon in a follow up visit.

Stefan Rene Adair, MD · Answer

Cup size varies depending upon the specific bra you choose. Only general guestimates are made preoperatively, but you should increase several cup sizes with that large of an implant. Consult with a board certified plastic surgeon- best of luck.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Bras are not all built to a standard size, but with an implant of 475 cc's, most women gain at least two cups in volume.

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How many cup size or sizes did I go up? Post op breast augmentation. 475cc silicone gel make me a C or D?

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