Would 425 cc Silicon give me a full C? (photo)

Thank you for your question.It is very difficult to assess size after implantation, but with a 425 mL implant, you may be a D or DD cup. Best to get fitted for a bra by a professional, after all swelling has gone away. Best of luck to you. 

Thank you for your question. Based on your photos, you appear to have a nice starting place and should have a nice result with breast augmentation surgery. Unfortunately, predicting a cup size is not possible. A rough estimation would be going up one cup size for every 150-200cc. The most important factor when sizing implants, is working closely with your surgeon in person to find the implant size that gives you the look that you desire. Careful measurements of your breast and chest wall will help determine which size implants will fit within your natural breast footprint. Taking into account your desired look, and your measurements, an implant is chosen that specifically fits your body.

Unfortunately, online recommendations are not that helpful. Make sure that you have a good relationship with your plastic surgeon, so that you two can work together to find the right size.

In my office, patients try on implants in a bra and clothing. There able to see how they look in the mirror, and in photographs. Women are also encouraged to bring in wish pictures, so that I can get a sense of the look that they would like to achieve.

Good luck with the process!

Because bra cup sizing is not standardized, it is not possible to predict your final cup size based on implant volume.  You can be fitted for a bra at 3 different stores and be given 3 different cup sizes.  Even within the same store, you can fit in several bras from made by different manufacturers, each with different cup sizes.  The best way of determining optimal implant volume is by taking into account various measurements of your anatomy, along with an assessment of your tissue quality, combined with some input from yourself during your consultation.  All of these factors are then taken into account when selecting an appropriate breast implant volume.  Hope that is helpful -

I appreciate your question.





It depends on your chest wall measurements and existing breast tissue as implant size does not accurately correlate to a bra size.  It also depends on the brand and style of bra you wear as size varies from manufacturer to manufacturer.





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. SchwartzBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon



Director-Beverly Hills Breast and Body Institute



#RealSelf100Surgeon

It sounds like the size you are choosing is about right to achieve at least a C cup. Try on the implants in a tight bra and check it out in a mirror. Good luck...