Best size implant and projection for a petite woman?

Hopefully you were able to choose the implant size you desire after doing a sizing process with your doctor present. I have found this to be the best way of meeting my patients' expectations.

What
implant size should I chose is a very commonly asked question and of course
very important. In general, size is best
be determined during an in person consultation.
The factors included in this determination can be chest size, amount of
breast tissue initially present, skin elasticity, and of course, a patient’s
expectations.I
will say that in general, one year post op, when women are asked if they like
their size, do they wish they went larger or smaller, more than 50% of women
will wish they went bigger. Just keep
this in mind.

There is no guarantee of cup size - ever. Cup sizing varies greatly and is not standardized amongst different manufacturers. Don't get hung up on bra sizes. During your sizing appointment you should try different implants on under a bra and pick the size that best suits your body and preferences. A Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in your area should be able to help with this. Best,

At size 32 A each 100 cc's of implant corresponds to 1 cup size change. To achieve a C you would require 200 cc implants. 300 cc implants would take you up to a D. I always recommend small silicone gel implants placed retro-pectoral since they look and feel more natural, are more stable, less likely to ripple or have complications needing revision. The profile of the implant is irrelevant in the retro-pectoral position since the muscle compresses it. Unfortunately, you have not provided any photographs. Sometimes patients require a simultaneous lift if they have drooping breasts.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.

There are many ways to select an implant. If you are as petite as you describe, then a high profile implant is probably good for you. A high profile implant is narrower than a medium profile implant for the same volume. This is useful if you have a narrow chest as you seem to imply.As to the final cup size, 300cc could do it. The best thing is try on sizers and get measured to get an estimate (not a guaranteed) of approximately what will be your final cup size.

There is no true best size but most surgeons would suggest the patient try on sizers or at least perform the rice test to make sure the doctor understands what size the patient wishes to look like. I perform more then 1000 implants per year and on average 300cc for someone your height will only add a cup and a half. Which is fine if that is what you are looking for. You mentioned your a large A and want to be a full C ( somewhat large C) this would typically be in the neighborhood of 350cc or more. But again the art of breast augmentation is the ability of getting in the head of the patient and being able to see what size they believe to be best for them and then weighting the risk based on that size. I wish you luck with your choice. You may want to discuss this more with your surgeon and possibly perform the rice test.

In regards to breast implant size/profile that will best help achieve your goals, I think it will be in your best interest to spend more time with your plastic surgeon. Careful measurements, dimensional planning, and careful communication will be key.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're 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 which operation and/or 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. I have found that the use of words such as “natural” or "full C cup" etc means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful. Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup size may also be inaccurate.The use of computer imaging may also be helpful during this communication process.Regardless of what you might hear, there is no reliable correlation between volume of breast implant used and increase in breast size achieved.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.I hope this, and the attached link ( devoted to patients with petite frames), helps.

You are a petite woman and thus breast augmentation must be tailored to your frame. Without an examination, a 300cc smooth silicone high profile implant seems right on. The most important measurement is the width of the breast. An implant that is too wide looks bad. Implants with too much projection can also lead to difficulties. The implant choice seems good to meEric Weiss MD

Hello! In my professional opinion, when selecting the ideal size of implants, I base my decision on the measurements that are taken of the breasts from different angles and also the measurements of the hips, height and weight. I think the best size brings harmony and over aesthetic balance to the body as a whole. It is very important to state your expectations and then trust your doctor to meet those needs. COmmunication is the key.

The only way to tell you what the best implant would be for you, would be to examine you in person and then review your goals.