Is 700cc saline too small for a d cup?

I appreciate your question.The best way to figure out implant size is by measuring your chest wall.The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz

You may find it hard to locate a surgeon that will fulfill your wishes.  This doesn't mean that size is wrong for you, it just means you have to keep looking for the right surgeon.  The best way
to determine the size that fits 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.
HP implants, which are a more modern shape than moderate profile
implants, fit most women better. They have a more appropriate base diameter for
the average women's chest. Mentor HP profile saline implants have base
diameters that range from 8.8 cm (very narrow) to 13.8 cm (moderately wide).
The majority of women in my practice have base diameters in the 11 to 13
cm range. The HP implants fit them well. The moderate implants have
much wider base diameters for the same volume (often in the 14 to 15.6 cm
range). These implants are too wide for most women that I treat. So
when the base diameter is measured and correlated with the diameter of the
implant, it is most often necessary to use HP implants to achieve the volume
the patient is requesting. At the volume selected, my patient's base
diameters are too small for moderate profile implants. Measuring a diameter and
then telling the patient what volume they can have (in high, moderate or
moderate plus implants) in my mind is backwards. The patients should be
allowed to choose the volume. Then the surgeon carefully considers the
base diameter, projection, profile, manufacturer, and fill material that will
achieve the patients goals of size as well as qualitative look (natural,
intermediate, or bold upper pole fullness or projection), all the while taking
into consideration the patient's anatomic features that will affect the
outcome. HP implants can be made to look very natural or very augmented,
depending on where in the range the implants are filled to achieve a particular
volume. At the low end of the fill range, HP implants do not have the upper
pole fullness that most people associate with the fake look. On the other hand,
a fake over-augmented look can be created with a moderate profile implant if it
is overfilled (a common practice for surgeons that commonly use moderate
profile implants). In addition, too wide an implant will put the volume past
the anterior axillary fold (side boob), which in my opinion, looks more fake
than upper pole fullness. So there are many factors that need to be
considered. The experience of the surgeon and the degree to which they
explain the options to you is of utmost importance. Obviously all of my
patients look at photographs and we evaluate the look they are desiring in
great detail. For me, high profile implants are the first choice. I
rarely find an indication to use moderate or moderate plus implants. This does
not make me a better surgeon, or a worse surgeon. Look at the outcomes
and judge for yourself. Beware of surgeons that openly criticize another
colleague's approach or their practice. It is unprofessional at best.
The outcomes should stand on their own. The subtlety in the final outcome
is not achieved by which profile implant is used, it is determined by the skill
in the creation of the pocket, the choice of volume, and where in the range the
implant is filled. If you try sizers on and like the 700, that is the right
choice. Don't let the doctor tell you what would look good on you.
They cannot tell what you perceive to be the best size.

It is hard to determine the size of implants without examining you and measuring the size and shape of your chest.  There are also different profile of implants that can be considered. I recommend my patients to bring in a photograph of what they like and that makes it easier to determine the size and style of the implant that is used in surgery.

Thank you for your question.  You need to be seen in person by a board certified plastic surgeon who will perform a physical evaluation of your anatomy.  Please be sure to clearly communicate your surgical goals with him or her.  It is very difficult to predict cup size before surgery but you should be able to "try on" implant sizes to see what you like best.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

Don't dwell on the 'number', but rather look at what the 'look' is--that is a more realistic goal and will better achieve the result you are looking for. Best.

You should seek a consultationh from a board certified plastic surgeon. Besides height and weight, it also will depend on your weight distribution and size of your torso. 700cc saline implants are usually overfilled by a few ccs.

No one over the internet can tell you what size specifically you need without an examination., However, a 700 cc implant is very large, especially for someone who is 5'3". I would suggest meeting with a board certified plastic surgeon and trying on 700 cc sizer so you can see the size and feel the weight. Please listen to your doctor's advice about what size would be best for your tissue and frame.

Hi,

Thanks for posting your question. I am happy to try and help you. It is
important to remember that a board certified plastic surgeon will be your best
resource when it comes to an accurate assessment of your situation, and
concerns.

Having said that, thank for your height and weight and breast size estimates,
they do help. There is really no way to accurately predict what size you would
like without an examination. During your examination and consultation, you
should try on some sample sizes and see what you are comfortable with. Then the
PS can help explain with the size and current condition of your breasts.

Best wishes,

Dr. Michael J. Brown
Northern Virginia Plastic Surgeon

The best cosmetic result in any
particular breast augmentation patient depends on a variety of factors,
including: Your individual anatomy, realistic expectations, a thorough
discussion with the plastic surgeon about the options, and an understanding of
the pros and cons of any particular implant choice. Proper sizing is not just
about the number of cc’s. The thickness of your tissue, breastdimensions which include the width, height, and projection, as
well as chest wall width all need to be considered when choosing an implant.
Trying on implant “sizers” of various shapes and volumes while wearing a tight
t-shirt, bra, or bathing sit at a preoperative visit will help you and your
surgeon choose the optimal implant.

There are no manufacturers' standards for cup sizing in the bra
industry. The cups of a 36 D-DD and a 40 D-DD are significantly different. Cup size
varies from manufacturer to manufacturer and even within styles from any
particular manufacturer. Nor is there a direct correlation between implant
shape or size and cup size. 700 Cc.s is a very large implant.

Keep in mind that following the advice from a surgeon on this or
any other website who proposes to tell you exactly what to do without examining
you, physically feeling the tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a
full medical history, and discussing the pros and cons of each operative
procedure would not be in your best interest. I would suggest that your plastic
surgeon be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a
member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you
trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that
surgeon in person.

Robert Singer, MD FACS

La Jolla, California

There are many variables in recommending implant size/type. I base my implant recommendation on patients' body (chest height, chest width, existing breast tissue) as well as their desired look. I would go for the desired look. Review before and after photos and see what kind of look that you want. Share your wish photos with your plastic surgeon.Implants come in different types (silicone, saline), shape (round, anatomic), and profiles and volume. More meaningful recommendation can be made based on direct examination and in-person consultation. Please visit with a board-certified plastic surgeon.Best regards.