Is 485cc right for me? (Photo)

Question

I’m 31, 5’5 150lbs Mom of one with a athletic build. Currently a deflated 36B. I’d like a natural sexy look back. I trust my doctors opinion but am second guessing my own decisions. I was told anywhere between 430-485cc was a good fit. I went with 485cc. Surgery is in 12 days... will they be too big? Or compliment my figure the way I want?? I’m going for a sexy soccer mom look nothing more. I have a professional career and need to be taken seriously. I’m no longer in university bar-tending!

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Sizers are a great way to help choose a good size of implant. Bring a bra in the size you’d like as well as a tight white t-shirt to wear over top and try on sizers in the suggested range at your surgeon’s office. While wearing them, think about your lifestyle and if they’d “get in the way” of it. This will help give you an idea of whether 485cc is right for you.

Peter D. Geldner, MD · Answer

OK, surgery is coming soon. You are second guessing every decision you made. Your friends have opinions, RealSelf has opinions. Everyone has opinions, some of which you like and some that you don't. It's a very trying time. Generally, a 485cc implant will increase the cup size between two and three sizes. The 485 cc moderate profile is also different from the Natrelle full profile. If you have the time, try to get an idea of what this volume will do for you by trying on sizers, or better yet, a three dimensional photographic simulation. That is the best way to determine what you could end up liooking like. Once you are sure about the size, stop second guessing yourself.

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. You are a great candidate
for a breast augmentation using a dual plane technique.  The size, profile, and shape of the
implant is based on your desired breast size/shape, your chest wall
measurements, and soft tissue quality.  This decision should
be based on a detailed discussion with equal input from both you
and your surgeon.  
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D. FACS
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

After I discuss goals and measure my patients, we then look at pictures of women with similar measurements with different size breast implants. My patients tell me that this process is very helpful in choosing the right size breast implant for them.
Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Choosing the right implant for you requires an exam in person. You are best to be seen in person to review your goals and to determine what might fit appropriately for you. You can also try a baggy test.

Jeffrey Thaxton, MD FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  By your height and weight measurements and the photos you appear to be an average framed person.  Your photos also confirm your assessment of being a B cup.  For your frame size I would expect about a cup size increase for every 175cc.  By that calculation 485 would increase you nearly 3 cups sizes which seems to be more than what you are looking to achieve.  I would think the lower end of your surgeons suggestion or even a little smaller would likely give you what you a looking to achieve.  Good luck, I suspect you are going to be very pleased with your results.  Discuss your concerns with your surgeon.
Jeffrey Thaxton, MD FACS
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, ASPS and ASAPS

Mahmood Kara, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello. Thank you for your inquiry.
You may be an excellent candidate for breast augmentation surgery. 
It is important to have an in-person assessment regarding your concerns as it is difficult to determine virtually.
There are many different factors that go into choosing a breast implant size which will correspond with your body dimensions while concurrently achieving your aesthetic results. Some of these factors are: Implant size (CC's), Implant profile (Low, Moderate, High), Placement of the implant (Subglandular vs. Dual Plane) etc. We utilize smooth round cohesive silicone gel 'gummy bear' implants for the best results.
During a consultation your aesthetic goals are heard and taken into account with the measurements of your breasts and the integrity of your tissue, as well as level of ptosis (sag). From here we collectively can find your 'perfect fit'. You are able to try out sizers and different implants in our office such that you can get an idea of what size you would be post-operation. We also offer Crisalix 3D plastic surgery virtual simulator during our in-person and virtual consultations to preview potential results. After your consultation, you will receive your very own implant sizers to take home with you (at a small cost) whether or not you decide to go forward with your procedure.
I usually recommend that my patients stop smoking, take vitamin C daily, and avoid aspirin/ibuprofen and vitamin E 3 weeks prior to surgery. I specialize in the 24-hour Recovery method which minimizes trauma to the breast and decreases pain post-operatively.
We encourage you to look at our website and Instagram (drkaraplasticsurgery) for lots of before and after pictures!
Please note that this response does not substitute patient-doctor relationship. We welcome any and all patients seeking advice to come in for a complimentary consultation available for limited time only.
During the COVID-19, we are offering complimentary online consultations as well as in-office consultation with social distancing and masks. Procedure done in-hospital private surgical facility while taking covid-19 precautions. We utilize UV-light to clean the air of viruses and bacteria during our consultations and surgery.
We invite you to come in to discuss your options more thoroughly. Please send us an email at info@drkaraplasticsurgery.com with the subject line: "Attention Meagan" and we will be happy to coordinate your appointment!
 
M.Kara,MD,FRCSC (27+ years experience) - Specializing in 24 hour recovery/ out to dinner breast augmentation in-hospital private surgical facility for your added safety and peace of mind