What size implant would give me a D/DD cup? (Photo)

Hello gabby252. Those sizes sound very reasonable to me, but there is no way to predict without a good examination. As far as sizing in my practice, this is how we do it:1) My philosophy includes guiding patients to explore reasonable options for breast implant size, usually two to three similar sizes, which allows the patient to visualize how different volumes affect their breast cup. 2) The best guide for a final breast implant size recommendation is derived using measurements from the patient’s own breasts and chest. 3) When measurements are considered then options for sizes can be presented. 4) I use the Mentor Volume Sizing System of breast sizers to demonstrate how these different volumes will look on a patient’s body. 5) This methods offers good reliability and is simple to use, but is not perfect.Remember, bigger is not always better. Best,Dr. ALDO

Implants in the 450 to 500 cc range should make you a D cup and should work fine.  However, I would not go any larger than 500 cc's.  Women with overly large implants are likely to regret them later on.

Thank you for your question about breast augmentation.The selection of an appropriate breast implant size for you depends largely on your breast base width diameter.To be sure, see two or more board-certified plastic surgeons in your area for a full and complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have surgery.I hope this helps.

There's too much subjectivity in choosing a breast implant size based on cup size. There are very good sizing systems that can actually be quite precise.

Hi... thank you for the question... and photo.. sorry but D/DD is not a size, is ca cup... measures are needed to help you.. and remember.. as big is the implant as soon the fall down

There is no accurate way to predict which implant will provide a certain cup size, especially when different bra manufacturers have their own specifications about their different bra sizes.  In order to select implants you would need an assessment by a plastic surgeon who would take into consideration your goals and your anatomy.  Trying on sizers, looking at photos, etc can help with the decision making process.

Unfortunately how many CCs of implant are required to go up a certain amount of cup sizes is not a straightforward answer. Cup size is determined by subtracting the measurement around your ribcage (the band size of a bra) from the measurement around your chest at the point where your breasts project the most. Because it's all relative to your band size a person with a small band will require less volume added (smaller implant) to go up in cup size than someone with a larger band. It will also differ wildly between bra manufacturers as there is really no consistency anymore between what a specific cup size is from one brand to another. One woman may be a double d in one brand and a c in another. A better way to choose your implants is to try on sizers with a bra you would like to fit in and simply see what you like best, ignoring the specific cup size. Hope that helps!

Some body dimensions and better photographs would be beneficial in answering this question. Bra sizes vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.  I would recommend trying the implants on at your board certified plastic surgeons office.

There is no way to predict what a specific breast implant volume will do on any individuals frame. In addition, choosing your breast augmentation goals based upon cup size is very unreliable. You may find currently that you're different cup sizes in different bra manufacturers. This makes the decision to base a scientific procedure on a unstandardized measurement very unwise. Make an effort to communicate with your surgeon to best achieve your goals. And don't set your expectations to fit a particular item of clothing, rather choose the ultimate endpoint that will make you the most happy.You should see a board certified plastic surgeon in your area to get a formal opinion through an in-person consultation.Best of luck!

Thank you for the question. There is no accurate/reliable/predictable correlation between size/profile breast implant utilized and cup size achieved. Online consultants will not be able to provide you with specific enough advice to be truly helpful. Ultimately, careful communication of your goals (in my practice I prefer the use of goal pictures, direct examination/communication in front of a full-length mirror, and computer imaging) will be critical.
Generally speaking, the best online advice I can give to ladies who are considering breast augmentation surgery ( regarding breast implant size/profile selection) is:
1. Concentrate on choosing your plastic surgeon carefully. Concentrate on appropriate training, certification, and the ability of the plastic surgeon to achieve the results you are looking for. Ask to see lots of examples of his/her work.
2. Have a full discussion and communication regarding your desired goals with your plastic surgeon. This communication will be critical in determining breast implant size/type/profile will most likely help achieve your goals.
In my practice, the use of photographs of “goal” pictures (and breasts that are too big or too small) is very helpful. For example, I have found that the use of words such as “natural” or "D, DD or DDD cup” etc means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful.
Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on him who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup size may also be inaccurate. Again, the use of computer imaging has been very helpful during the communication process, in our practice.
3. Once you feel you have communicated your goals clearly, allow your plastic surgeon to use his/her years of experience/judgment to choose the breast implant size/profile that will best meet your goals. Again, in my practice, this decision is usually made during surgery, after the use of temporary intraoperative sizers.
I hope this (and the attached link, dedicated to breast augmentation surgery concerns) helps. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be very pleased with.