Are my Breasts Fully Developed?

Although breast growth varies from patient to patient, it generally stops between 16 and 20 years of age. Even though growth stops, the breasts continue to undergo changes for the remainder of a woman's life. This is effected by weight gain , pregnancy, lactation and gravity.Since you haven't experienced breast growth since you were sixteen, it's probably reasonable to consult a plastic surgeon for breast augmentation. At this point, your breast size is probably stable.

In general, female breasts stop developing at around 18 or 19 years old. This is when a primary level of maturity is achieved, however further changes occur with pregnancy and lactation (the production of breast milk). Your breasts will continue to change throughout your life, as the signs of aging become more apparent. For example, your breasts may begin to droop as supportive tissues weaken, or grow larger when you gain weight. Sagging is common after childbirth. For this reason, if you are planning to have a child soon, it's best to wait until after to proceed with breast augmentation.

Yes, in agreement with other responders, your breasts are fully developed but change during your adult life in response to weight and hormone fluctuations, most notably during pregnancy, lactation, and afterward.  If size of breasts are a hangup, go for consultation(s).  Augmentation, if performed by a qualified surgeon who properly selects and prepares you, may be the best investment you ever make.

As the size has been stable for two years it sounds as if your breasts have likely developed as much as they will without pregnancy or weight gain.  If you have a mature nipple complex that can be one indication that you aren't just a late bloomer.  Ask your mother when her breasts developed as a family reference.

Thank you for your question.  On average, girls finish development earlier than boys.  By age 18, most women have reached their full growth.  Given the lack of breast growth over the past 2 years, your breasts are unlikely to develop more.  Overall size of the breasts can still fluctuate with weight changes, however. 

Good luck!

 

Your breasts are probably fully developed at 18. Nevertheless the size can change throughout life as hormonal status and body habitus change. I think you can proceed comfortably with a breast augmentation.

Usually at your age breasts are fully developed, but can go through many changes that affect shape and size. At your age legally and developmentally you are a candidate to make this decision on your own with the support of a board certified plastic surgeon by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Find someone you trust and make an appointment to discuss your questions.

Usually by 18 most young women are fully developed. Certainly with age and weight fluctuation the size may change.

Hi

I would say that your breast are fully developed at 18, if they have not changed in size in the last couple of years.  Your breast will however increase and decrease in size as you put on or lose weight or during your menstrual cycle.

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Stephen Salerno

Generally, if your breasts have not increased in size in the past two years, we would consider you fully developed. However, breast size is related to weight and hormonal influences, as opposed to your height which will remain constant. For example, oral contraceptives or pregnancy will change the size of the breasts and this is something to keep in consideration as you contemplate surgery.