Hips 37.5 inches, waist 26.5, 5'8, 136lbs - what bra size should I tell my surgeon to aim for? (Photos)

Thanks for your question! I think that answer is really dependent on your goals. I would suggest taking some before & after photos into your next appointment where you are really pleased with the breast reduction result. That will give you both a better idea. Good luck!

Hello, thank you for your question. It will be difficult to say what size would look good on your frame. We usually approximate a cup size and can tweak and do small adjustments from there. I would suggest bring in wish pics or what you like with someone who has a similar frame size. Speak to your plastic surgeon about your choices since they can complete a full in person exam.

Hello @Thriving683452, thank you for your question and showing your pictures. Depending on the surgical technique developed by the specialist, depending on the shape of the breast, a greater reduction will be made on one segment than on the other in order to achieve the best aesthetic result. The best aesthetic result for me would be a breast that has a good shape and proportion, that is slightly conical, and that has a slight descent in the upper part so that it looks aesthetically pleasing. When these volumes are reduced, it becomes necessary to rearrange all the tissues, keeping the areola and the nipple together. The cup that you will have depends on you and what the specialist recommends. For more information and recommendations, it is best to consult one or more board-certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.

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 (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Dear Thriving683452,
you should choose the size that makes you feel comfortable. Breast reduction is best suited for women who wish to decrease the size of their breasts. While there are different techniques used to perform this surgery, I prefer the vertical incision (lollipop pattern) breast reduction technique instead of the anchor scar pattern, which reduces more noticeable scarring than usual. I also use a SAFE liposuction technique to reduce additional fat around the stubborn axilla area and bra line. This way, my patients are achieving beautiful results with minimal incisions which reduces downtime and delivers an overall better breast shape long term.If you are considering breast reduction surgery, you should consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options and make sure your surgeon understands your goals. 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

Hi, Thriving683452! Thank you for your question and photos.
The ideal bra for your body type looks like to be C or C+. They will also look fit when lifted.

There is no right or wrong answer as breast size preference varies by individual. A full C cup will fit your frame, but you need to determine if that is enough/not enough volume for you. Look at photos of women with similar dimensions as you to help you determine the look you like.

Hello there and thanks for your questions. Based on your pictures and the information, It seems that C cup size will be the best cup size for your body structure.

Hi and welcome to our forum!
From your photos, I note that you demonstrate relatively symmetric large sagging breasts.
Your BMI is 20.68, in the normal range for height & weight.
Breast reduction is both cosmetic and functional, as the procedure often alleviates neck pain, shoulder pain, back pain, bra strap grooving, and chronic rashes beneath the breasts due to their added weight. The reduction procedure is most often performed to regain proper body proportion.
Are you attempting to obtain insurance coverage for your procedure? If so, many insurance carriers utilize the Schnur Scale to determine medical necessity. It compares the patient’s body surface area by the weight of breast tissue to be removed in surgery. If a patient’s body surface area and removed breast tissue weight are below the 22nd percentile, the surgery is considered to be a cosmetic procedure and is unlikely to be approved by a health insurance company. Alternately, if body surface area and removed breast tissue weight are above the 22nd percentile, the procedure has met the required criteria to be considered medically necessary. Your body surface area is ~1.7 meters squared, requiring 370 grams of tissue to be removed to meet the requirement. Coverage is likely if you have symptoms related to your heavy breasts as you will still be able to be either a C or D cup with room to spare.
There is no "perfect size" as personal preference dictates YOUR desired size. Some practices utilize computer imaging to provide you with a rough idea of your desired outcome. In the northern US, a "C" cup is the norm. Here in Florida, a "D" cup is the norm.
Best wishes...