Some doctors opine that 100cc is a general guideline for increasing 1 cup size, while others suggest that 200cc's is the guideline. I understand that using sizers to determine what size you are comfortable with is most important, but still, I'm curious about the discrepancy. I am planning a minor increase (34A to B) and have been sized with 150cc, of which I understand I will lose at least 50cc's by going under the bone, leaving me with 100cc of increase. Thank you.
Answer: Breast sizing It can be a bit confusing. But, speaking in general, if your torso measures 32-34cm then every 100cc is approximately 1 cup size. If your torso measures 36-38cm then every 200cc equals to approximately 1 cup size and so on. So you see, approximate volume increases with increase in size of torso. This is how bra manufacturers came up with bra sizes. I hope this helps. Best wishes,
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Answer: Breast sizing It can be a bit confusing. But, speaking in general, if your torso measures 32-34cm then every 100cc is approximately 1 cup size. If your torso measures 36-38cm then every 200cc equals to approximately 1 cup size and so on. So you see, approximate volume increases with increase in size of torso. This is how bra manufacturers came up with bra sizes. I hope this helps. Best wishes,
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Answer: Does 100cc or 200cc equal 1 cup size? It is very difficult to determine the best size you will need (recommended based on your photos) or the exact size and shape implant you will require to best match your ideal breast image without an examination by a board certified plastic surgeon. Not just any board certified plastic surgeon, but one with many years of frequently performing breast augmentation surgery including different approaches, techniques and implant choices. This is because several measurements not to mention your breast characteristics are needed to determine the optimal implant size to obtain your goals. Without knowing these dimensions it would be difficult to make this determination. For example, the existing base width of your breast will determine, in many cases, the maximal volume per implant profile that you can accommodate. To illustrate; a 100 cc difference may make a significant difference with a narrow base width breast, but much less of a difference if you have a wide chest wall and wide breast “foot print”. Therefore, just because your friend may have a great result with let’s say a 300 cc implant to make her go from a “A” cup to a “C” cup size does not mean that you will have the same result with the same size implant. The same process goes for just filling in the upper part of your breast without becoming much larger. Further simply placing implants in a bra to determine the size best for you is not always accurate as the bra often distorts the size, is dependent on the pressure the bra places plus the implant is outside your breast and not under it among other variables. Computer software morphing programs that automatically determine the best implant size can be helpful in some but not all cases (e.g. doesn’t work well in my experience with existing implants, sagging or asymmetric breasts). Using “want to be” photos however are useful if simply provided to the surgeon as I will further explain in the link below including silicone vs saline implant
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Answer: Does 100cc or 200cc equal 1 cup size? It is very difficult to determine the best size you will need (recommended based on your photos) or the exact size and shape implant you will require to best match your ideal breast image without an examination by a board certified plastic surgeon. Not just any board certified plastic surgeon, but one with many years of frequently performing breast augmentation surgery including different approaches, techniques and implant choices. This is because several measurements not to mention your breast characteristics are needed to determine the optimal implant size to obtain your goals. Without knowing these dimensions it would be difficult to make this determination. For example, the existing base width of your breast will determine, in many cases, the maximal volume per implant profile that you can accommodate. To illustrate; a 100 cc difference may make a significant difference with a narrow base width breast, but much less of a difference if you have a wide chest wall and wide breast “foot print”. Therefore, just because your friend may have a great result with let’s say a 300 cc implant to make her go from a “A” cup to a “C” cup size does not mean that you will have the same result with the same size implant. The same process goes for just filling in the upper part of your breast without becoming much larger. Further simply placing implants in a bra to determine the size best for you is not always accurate as the bra often distorts the size, is dependent on the pressure the bra places plus the implant is outside your breast and not under it among other variables. Computer software morphing programs that automatically determine the best implant size can be helpful in some but not all cases (e.g. doesn’t work well in my experience with existing implants, sagging or asymmetric breasts). Using “want to be” photos however are useful if simply provided to the surgeon as I will further explain in the link below including silicone vs saline implant
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January 4, 2017
Answer: In breast augmentation, in general terms, does 100cc or 200cc equal 1 cup size? Hello! Thank you for your question. In general, implant size does not correlate with bra cup size. The cup size itself will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer as well as who is doing the actual measurements. Thus, cup size is never a reliable indicator for your breast size. I typically encourage my patients not to communicate her desires in cup size but more on the actual look and appearance. Good communication between you and your surgeon of your expectations is warranted - choosing your surgeon wisely is the first step. Discussion of your wishes and having an honest and open dialog of your procedure is mandatory (e.g, implant type, incision, placement, lift, etc). I have found that photographs brought by the patient is helpful to get a visualization of the appearance you wish for in terms of size, shape, fullness, etc. In addition, your surgeon's pre and postoperative photographs should demonstrate a realistic goal for you. Once this has been accomplished, allow your surgeon to utilize his/her best medical judgment during the procedure to finesse the best possible result for you after preoperative biodimensional planning and fitting the right implant for your breast width. The various implant types and profiles will also make a difference for your overall projection and cup size, as opposed to size of the implant alone. On average, ~150-200cc should increase each additional cup size. Hope me that this helps! Best wishes for a wonderful result!
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January 4, 2017
Answer: In breast augmentation, in general terms, does 100cc or 200cc equal 1 cup size? Hello! Thank you for your question. In general, implant size does not correlate with bra cup size. The cup size itself will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer as well as who is doing the actual measurements. Thus, cup size is never a reliable indicator for your breast size. I typically encourage my patients not to communicate her desires in cup size but more on the actual look and appearance. Good communication between you and your surgeon of your expectations is warranted - choosing your surgeon wisely is the first step. Discussion of your wishes and having an honest and open dialog of your procedure is mandatory (e.g, implant type, incision, placement, lift, etc). I have found that photographs brought by the patient is helpful to get a visualization of the appearance you wish for in terms of size, shape, fullness, etc. In addition, your surgeon's pre and postoperative photographs should demonstrate a realistic goal for you. Once this has been accomplished, allow your surgeon to utilize his/her best medical judgment during the procedure to finesse the best possible result for you after preoperative biodimensional planning and fitting the right implant for your breast width. The various implant types and profiles will also make a difference for your overall projection and cup size, as opposed to size of the implant alone. On average, ~150-200cc should increase each additional cup size. Hope me that this helps! Best wishes for a wonderful result!
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January 3, 2017
Answer: In breast augmentation, in general terms, does 100cc or 200cc equal 1 cup size? Very few patients will be happy with implants that small. The first cup size probably requires more volume than additional cup sizes.
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January 3, 2017
Answer: In breast augmentation, in general terms, does 100cc or 200cc equal 1 cup size? Very few patients will be happy with implants that small. The first cup size probably requires more volume than additional cup sizes.
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January 3, 2017
Answer: In breast augmentation, in general terms, does 100cc or 200cc equal 1 cup size? Thank you for the question and picture. Based on your photograph, I think that you are starting a good place and should have a very nice outcome with breast augmentation surgery. There is no accurate/reliable/predictable correlation between size/profile breast implant utilized and cup size achieved. For example, I do not think that the generalizations of "100 or 200 cc equates to 1 cup" hold any validity or are helpful in any specific or practical way. In my practice, I ask patients not to communicate their goals, or evaluate the outcome of the procedure performed, based on cup size references.
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January 3, 2017
Answer: In breast augmentation, in general terms, does 100cc or 200cc equal 1 cup size? Thank you for the question and picture. Based on your photograph, I think that you are starting a good place and should have a very nice outcome with breast augmentation surgery. There is no accurate/reliable/predictable correlation between size/profile breast implant utilized and cup size achieved. For example, I do not think that the generalizations of "100 or 200 cc equates to 1 cup" hold any validity or are helpful in any specific or practical way. In my practice, I ask patients not to communicate their goals, or evaluate the outcome of the procedure performed, based on cup size references.
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