Pre-op: Would breast implants make me look heavier?

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I'm 5'7 and weigh 165. I wear a size 34b bra. I don't want to look fatter if I had breast implants.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

In general, I have not found this to be an issue in making patients look larger.  The goal is to select an implant that improves overall balance.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Kevin Tehrani, MD, FACS · Answer

While it is difficult to answer your question precisely without at least pictures, in general, a well-balanced breast augmentation procedure depending on your body dimensions especially your breast dimensions will give you a great shape without the look of being heavier.

Pablo Prichard, MD · Answer

Dear Sunflower,I think what you are asking is will you look heavier or overall larger with large implants.I think this depends on what you are wearing.  If you have very large implants and wear something that is not fitted at the waist, then the larger breast will make you look larger in general.  However, if you are wearing a bikini or a fitted shirt that shows off your waist line, then no, it will actually look like your waistline is smaller since your chest/hip ratio is larger.Best Wishes,Pablo Prichard, MD

Robert L. Kraft, MD, FACS · Answer

It is all a matter of proportion. The implants should not be too large and make you appear heavier. You should be seeking balance between your hips and upper body.

Jeffrey Zwiren, MD · Answer

Depending upon your body proportions an implant can either improve body symmetry or make it worse.  Your plastic surgeon should be able to help you with this matter.

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