Should I get 285cc or 305cc breast implants? (Photos)

Good afternoon!
Essentially there is NO difference between the 2- literally 4 teaspoons- so go with the bigger one because otherwise psychologically you will always second guess yourself!

Breast implants are sized according to their volume in cubic centimeters (cc).

How do you know what size implant to choose? Looking at pictures and talking to friends who had a breast augmentation might help.

Off course the volume will depend on the shape and size of your actual breasts, your frame and the size you want to achieve.

Our plastic surgeon will advise you thoroughly. Bringing pictures of a desired restult to be shown to our surgeon, might be very helpful.

My patients prefer to try on implant sizers under garments they typically wear (workout tops, bikini, tight sweater, low cut dress) to determine if they fit as expected and help allay some of their trepidation associated with this decision. I would recommend that you go with the size that boosts your self-esteem, and fits your anatomy. It's unlikely that you will notice a difference in increments less than 100cc.

Thank you for your pictures and questions. This is a very common concern. Let me answer it by saying that it probably really does not matter what you choose.....and then let me explain. To put things in perspective, the difference in implants is 20 cc, and to put that in another more understandable measurement, that is about 1.35 tablespoons. If you need another reference, that is about the size of two ketchup packets....its a very small difference, so don't fret about it. You could likely put the 285 cc on one side and the 305 cc on the other side, and it would be hard to tell the difference. You are going to be happy with either choice!

Good luck!

Dallas R. Buchanan, MD, FACS
VIVIFY plastic surgery

You can try on sizers in both to see which you prefer. However, because it just a difference of 20cc, it won’t make a significant impact in the final result.