200cc Silicone Breast Implants for Petite but Muscular Frame?

Question

I'm only 5' 1", I do body-figure competitions so I'm fairly lean but muscular. I wear a 32A bra which I don't even fill! My doctor only wants to go with 200cc round silicone implants  placed over the muscle. Will this size really make a difference?

Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD, FACS · Answer

It all depends on how much breast tissue you have now.  200cc will make a small, but modest difference if you have very little breast tissue.  If you're looking for an improvement in you breast shape without anyone noticing, this would be the way to go.  If you do want people to notice a larger breast size in you, consider larger implants.  Good luck!

Farbod Esmailian, MD · Answer

It is a small implant, but it sounds like you are very petite also.  It will make a difference yes, but it all depends on what you are looking for.  You will likely be one cup larger, perhaps a 32B.  You are always best to stay within the confines of your breast and body to avoid issues in the future.  Going behind the muscle will prevent the implant from distorting during work outs and when moving your pec muscle, but if you have very thin skin and no breast tissue then it will make the implant very apparent.  Just something to think about, either position you go for, in front of the muscle or behind has its drawbacks for you.
Good luck.

Parham Ganchi, PhD, MD · Answer

Most of my patients are conservative and do not want to look too big or un-natural. My patients try on the implants (we have sample sizes in the office) and find a size range that they find aesthetically pleasing. I then give my advice based on measurements of their chest and the implants dimensions. This allows the patient to select the size based on their aesthetics. You should try on the 200cc implants and see how they look on you.
Since you are thin and muscular, I would suggest placing the implants under the muscle. Even though many feel that silicone implants do not cause rippling, I have seen this happen especially in physically fit women. Going under the muscle may cause the implants to move when you flex but the rippling that can occur when placing the implants over the muscle can happen just from moving a certain way or leaning forward. Neither is perfect but I would recommend under the muscle. Good luck.

G. Gregory Gallico III, MD · Answer

The size of the implants should be the size you want to have with guidance from your doctor. 200 cc sounds reasonable given your body size. Larger ones might 'scream' implants. In a slender person like you implants over the muscle may show an implantedge or wrinkles in your cleavage. Consider having them placed under the muscle. In addition, if your nipple and areola are small, you may need an incision under the breast which could make a noticeable scar. Saline implants can go through a very small nipple.

Nina S. Naidu, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi,
You will notice a difference from 200 cc implants if you are as small as you report.  However, only you and your surgeon can determine if this will meet your goals.  Also, keep in mind that if you are petite then the base width of your breast will be narrow.  This limits the size of implant that can be put in safely without distorting your tissues.  The base width is something that can only be determined by an examination.  The location of the implants (behind the breast tissue versus behind the muscle) is important in you -- placing them behind the muscle may cause the implants to move up when you lift, but placing them behind the tissue may make them very obvious when you are wearing a bikini or low-cut shirt.  These are all relevant issues to bring up with your surgeon.  Once you've agreed on these items, I hope you'll be happy with your choice.  Good luck!

200cc Silicone Breast Implants for Petite but Muscular Frame?

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Answer: It should be the implant size YOU want

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Answer: Depends on your examination and your goals

Answer: Depends on your examination and your goals

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