Currently a 36D, how many cc's would I need to get to DD or DDDs?

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Now size 36 D 5'7 150 pds. Broad shoulders Thanks !

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

When selecting an implant a board certified plastic surgeon is your personal expert.  During a consultation your surgeon will discuss your surgical goals as well as take measurements of your breasts.  These measurements are different that those used to determine bra size.  This information is then used to recommend the appropriate implants to help you get the look you want.  The next step is to schedule a consultation!

William Andrade, MD · Answer

Hello, the correlation between implant volume and final bra size is not very accurate, because every bra company sizes their bras differently (i.e. there is no standard size of a DDD breast).  Rather than considering the final cup size, I find it is more helpful for my patients to get a sense of their final breast size by trying on implant sizers, doing virtual 3D imaging, or looking at before/after pics of people with similar breasts.  I hope this information is helpful.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear lauraleep,
breast implant type and sizing selection is a complicated process and requires a detailed consultation that includes a discussion of your goals, a detailed examination, and a lengthy discussion. But the decision will always start and end with the patient. When it comes to sizing, we have all of our patients find 3 photos of their desired breast size. We ask for naked breast photos because clothing can obscure the true size (push up bras). Next, we consult with patients and go over the photos and take detailed breast measurements during a physical exam. Next, we using a sizing algorithm to determine a range of implants that will work based on the exam and the measurements.Lastly, during the operation, we use silicone sizers in the operating room to see how the size actually looks in the breast. We sit the patient up in the operating room, while asleep of course, and compare the sizer result with their desired look photos. If it is too small, we start the process over with a slightly larger implant. We don't stop until we get the perfect match.Of all of my breast augmentation patients, every one of them has been happy with their size due to this detailed and meticulous process. You don't want to invest time and money into a result that is either too big or too small.You should discuss your concerns with a board-certified plastic surgeon and make sure that your surgeon understands your goals.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

At size 36, each 200 cc of implant corresponds to 1 cup size change.  You would need 200 cc implants to go to a DD or 400 cc implants to go to a DDD.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Ram Kalus, MD, FACS · Answer

There is a great deal of variability in bra sizes between manufacturers so bra cup size is notoriously drought with error when used as a predictor of which implants are most suitable. Your best guide is photos of other women’s breasts you find attractive, and allow your plastic surgeon to make implant size recommendations. Best of luck to you.

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