Want a little larger implants. How much difference will 50-75 cc make?

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I had breast implants, silicone, 2 years ago. I want to go slightly larger. PS said he could put in slightly larger ones, 50-75 cc larger. How much difference will this make? I'm a Full C , Small D now

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  It is unlikely that 50-75 cc's will make a huge difference.  Depending upon how much you have communicated to the surgeon that you would like to increase the size of your breasts, it might be the right change for you.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

Thomas P. Sterry, MD · Answer

The most common operation after breast augmentation is...breast augmentation.  You are not alone.That said, we estimate that there is about 100-150 cc of volume in between cup sizes.  So what you are asking for is a modest bump up, but I don't know that your friends and family will notice.  Therefore, the question becomes, Is this worth doing?  And that is up to you.Good Luck!

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

It really won't make a significant difference. So, I'm not sure that it's worth the surgery but only you can decide that. Best, Dr. Nazarian

Richard Zienowicz, MD · Answer

50-75cc implants will not have a significant difference on your result so you'll need to decide if this worth the procedure.

Mark Deutsch, MD, FACS · Answer

This depends on several factors including your height and weight and breast measurements. Generally if you are a full C cup then you would need to increase your implant size by at least 100 cc to make a difference in cup size. With 50 cc you may not see a difference.

James A. Hoffman, MD · Answer

If you feel you would be comfortable with a slightly larger implant usually 75-100cc is needed to even notice a difference. As stated by other surgeons, it is very dependent on what you have now and your overall height/weight. If the implants are under the muscle, I usually recommend at least 100cc more to start.

Stacey Folk, MD · Answer

When giving advice about implant sizes there is a lot more information needed. It would help to also know your height, weight, starting bra size, and current size of your implants. A 300cc implant is going to leek very different on a patient who is 5 feet tall and 100 lbs, versus a patient who is 5'7" and 160 lbs.You could try and experiment at home by adding 1/4 cup of rice is a loose baggie and using this as an insert into your bra, and this translates into about 60 cc of implant volume. Your surgeon might also have sizers in the office you can try.Because the volume change your surgeon is recommending is modest, it makes me think he feels your implant size is appropriate for your frame, and that a big jump in size may be a mistake. If you are small framed, 50-75cc may be a fairly significant jump for you. It has been my experience that patients who feel too large after their augmentations are some of the most unhappy patients I have seen. If you want to go slightly larger, you may be able to achieve that look with a bra. If you would rather have surgery ask your surgeon what their concerns are with you going larger. There is a saying in plastic surgery that "the enemy of good is perfect". If you have a great result, and it is still worth it for you to go larger, ask your surgeon if this is a simple or complex procedure and if he feels the benefits outweigh the risks.Best of luck to you!

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

Usually 50 to 75cc of added breast volume does not make much of a difference. But that depends on what your implant volume is now. If it is a 300cc implant for example, 75cc might make a noticeable difference. (25% size increase) But if it is a 450cc implant for example, 75cc will make only a 17% volume difference and becomes virtually undetectable.

Marcus L. Peterson, MD · Answer

Your request is not unusual...it is hard to determine how much additional implant size will give you the result you want. Here are the recommendations I give my patients. 50 to 75 cc will be something you notice because you have increased fullness and tightness in your bra. No one on the outside will notice much of a difference, if at all.  200 cc will take you to a new cup size which will make a difference in how you look to others and in the clothes you wear. With these guidelines you can determine what works for you and what your goals are. I hope this helps answer your question. Best wishes,Dr. Peterson

Lisa Cassileth, MD, FACS · Answer

If you want to upsize "a little", 50 cc is like adding a small padded bra. You can fill a ziplock with 50 or 75 ml of Jell-o or rice (not sure why these are good but my patients say so!), stuff your bra, and see if it looks worth another round with the knife.A little perspective- you increase your risk of capsular contracture with revisions. Even more common, what if in 5 or 10 years now you think they are a little TOO big? This happens more often than not as younger women are more excited about having big boobs. As you age you will want to look more athletic and less pornographic. The new mom who looks like she just came from her strip club is pretty undesirable for most patients. If I were you I'd leave them alone, wear a padded bra if you want more size on those occasions, and be happy to feel great while jogging.

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