I tried on silicone cups at my pre-op appointment. I went with 505ccs. I definitely want large enough breasts that others notice but not so big that people stop and stare. After hearing that everyone wishes they went bigger, I'm concerned that I will wish that I had gone bigger, too. They look great in the photos but I feel like they could be just a bit larger. Im just wondering if I should contact my doctor and request to go slightly bigger before my operation. How will my post op compare?
Answer: Next breast implant size up is NOT "way too big!" Since you haven't had surgery, you haven't "chosen" your implants yet. Unless, of course, your surgeon has to order the size you choose ahead of time. Plus, is your surgeon accommodating submuscular compression by adding about 10- 15% to your chosen size when sizing? If you liked the look of 505cc, I would use around 575cc implants in the operating room. If your surgeon implants the same size whose "look" you liked in the sizing room (505cc), you WILL be disappointed (too small). After 27 years and thousands of BA patients, how do you think I know this fact?In our office we maintain an extensive inventory of both saline and cohesive silicone implants in all sizes and profiles, so we never have to "order a few" in advance of your surgery. That way our patients can decide right up to the day of surgery--a few even re-size on the day of surgery! And if one doesn't look "right" after I insert it, I will have the proper one right there on-site, and would not hesitate to change it. Most surgeons use the choose-it and use-it or you buy another pair of implants and a re-do operation later!Also, you should understand that the next implant size up from your 505cc sizer is probably around 550cc (depending on implant manufacturer and profile required by your anatomy). That is a barely-visible increase--45cc is only 3 tablespoons! Your doctor's sizer choices may not have been complete--implants don't come in small, medium, and large; they have 30cc increments on the smaller implant end of the scale, 40-50cc increments in the midrange sizes, and 100cc (less than 3 1/2 ounces) increments at the largest sizes. We have a complete set of sizers as well, making choosing the exact size that is right for you much more easy than just having a few sizers or resorting to rice bags.Bottom line here--you need to re-size and decide what you want. Ask about adding a bit to compensate for submuscular compression, and make sure the profile chosen is the maximum width to best fit your pocket--otherwise you end up with HP implants that leave wide cleavage and less upper pole fullness (once they drop). Or get a few more consultations so you are comfortable with the process. You may want to obtain additional information available by clicking on the web reference link below for my Comprehensive Guide to Breast Augmentation. Best wishes! Dr. Tholen
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Answer: Next breast implant size up is NOT "way too big!" Since you haven't had surgery, you haven't "chosen" your implants yet. Unless, of course, your surgeon has to order the size you choose ahead of time. Plus, is your surgeon accommodating submuscular compression by adding about 10- 15% to your chosen size when sizing? If you liked the look of 505cc, I would use around 575cc implants in the operating room. If your surgeon implants the same size whose "look" you liked in the sizing room (505cc), you WILL be disappointed (too small). After 27 years and thousands of BA patients, how do you think I know this fact?In our office we maintain an extensive inventory of both saline and cohesive silicone implants in all sizes and profiles, so we never have to "order a few" in advance of your surgery. That way our patients can decide right up to the day of surgery--a few even re-size on the day of surgery! And if one doesn't look "right" after I insert it, I will have the proper one right there on-site, and would not hesitate to change it. Most surgeons use the choose-it and use-it or you buy another pair of implants and a re-do operation later!Also, you should understand that the next implant size up from your 505cc sizer is probably around 550cc (depending on implant manufacturer and profile required by your anatomy). That is a barely-visible increase--45cc is only 3 tablespoons! Your doctor's sizer choices may not have been complete--implants don't come in small, medium, and large; they have 30cc increments on the smaller implant end of the scale, 40-50cc increments in the midrange sizes, and 100cc (less than 3 1/2 ounces) increments at the largest sizes. We have a complete set of sizers as well, making choosing the exact size that is right for you much more easy than just having a few sizers or resorting to rice bags.Bottom line here--you need to re-size and decide what you want. Ask about adding a bit to compensate for submuscular compression, and make sure the profile chosen is the maximum width to best fit your pocket--otherwise you end up with HP implants that leave wide cleavage and less upper pole fullness (once they drop). Or get a few more consultations so you are comfortable with the process. You may want to obtain additional information available by clicking on the web reference link below for my Comprehensive Guide to Breast Augmentation. Best wishes! Dr. Tholen
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Answer: Should I have chosen a larger implant size? There should not be a tremendous issue of difference between adjacent implant sizes.That being said, if you ask 100 women one year after breast augmentation surgery, did they like the size they chose, did they wish they went smaller, did they wish they had gone larger, more than 50% will say they wish they want bigger.Just so that you keep in my mind.That being said, 505 cc implants are certainly sizable.Best of luck.
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Answer: Should I have chosen a larger implant size? There should not be a tremendous issue of difference between adjacent implant sizes.That being said, if you ask 100 women one year after breast augmentation surgery, did they like the size they chose, did they wish they went smaller, did they wish they had gone larger, more than 50% will say they wish they want bigger.Just so that you keep in my mind.That being said, 505 cc implants are certainly sizable.Best of luck.
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March 21, 2015
Answer: Over 500cc implants It really is difficult for anyone online to give you sound advice without examining you and knowing your measurements. Just with your height I would think you are going large as it is and I personally would probably advice against going bigger but without speaking with you in person this is just general advice. The sizers that are over 450cc are flatter than the implant your surgeon may use if he/she goes with a high profile implant so hopefully you trust your doctor and discuss your concerns with them. good luck
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March 21, 2015
Answer: Over 500cc implants It really is difficult for anyone online to give you sound advice without examining you and knowing your measurements. Just with your height I would think you are going large as it is and I personally would probably advice against going bigger but without speaking with you in person this is just general advice. The sizers that are over 450cc are flatter than the implant your surgeon may use if he/she goes with a high profile implant so hopefully you trust your doctor and discuss your concerns with them. good luck
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March 18, 2015
Answer: Avoiding disappointment The best way to determine the size for your personal perception of the perfect breast is to try on sizers. This way you can see how they fit on you, how they add to your current volume, and whether they fit your frame. Although the surgeon can guide you, only you will be able to tell what is the right size. Try on sizers. If the sizers look a little too small for you you will be disappointed because after all is said and done, the implants look a little smaller than the sizers. Best to cll the doctor ahead of time. We have multiple pairs of every size implant so you can make a change in size on the day of surgery. Most every other surgeon orders implants for you so there is no flexibility on the day of surgery. If you are already concerned, go a little larger. I have never seen a patient with implants who complained of shoulder or neck pain.
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March 18, 2015
Answer: Avoiding disappointment The best way to determine the size for your personal perception of the perfect breast is to try on sizers. This way you can see how they fit on you, how they add to your current volume, and whether they fit your frame. Although the surgeon can guide you, only you will be able to tell what is the right size. Try on sizers. If the sizers look a little too small for you you will be disappointed because after all is said and done, the implants look a little smaller than the sizers. Best to cll the doctor ahead of time. We have multiple pairs of every size implant so you can make a change in size on the day of surgery. Most every other surgeon orders implants for you so there is no flexibility on the day of surgery. If you are already concerned, go a little larger. I have never seen a patient with implants who complained of shoulder or neck pain.
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March 21, 2015
Answer: Size I would suggest going back to your surgeon and discuss the size again. Try on different sizes to see what look you prefer. Try not to go too heavy for your neck and shoulders, and past what your tissue will support. Your surgeon can help guide you to the best size.
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March 21, 2015
Answer: Size I would suggest going back to your surgeon and discuss the size again. Try on different sizes to see what look you prefer. Try not to go too heavy for your neck and shoulders, and past what your tissue will support. Your surgeon can help guide you to the best size.
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