Is a 275cc implant too big?

  The average volume for a breast implant in the US is 350 cc, so 275 cc is not a big implant.  Always try on sizers in the office and get the input of your surgeon.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

On balance this is a fairly small implant for breast augmentation. There are good sizing system sick can be used prior to the operation that will give you some idea of what that volume will translate to.

Good morning. That's a question no one can answer with any definitive answer. Without the benefit of your photos it's impossible to tell you. However, a 275cc is usually not considred very large. Good luck

You didn't include how tall you are, your weight, or photographs, but you did say you were already a 34 C.If you want to be bigger, then 275cc per side will add just over one cup size to your present breast volume, and will help to fill deflated and droopy breasts.If you like your present size, but want higher, tighter, and perky, well, then you need a breast lift. Implants do NOT "lift" sagging breasts, but WILL fill and increase volume in already-attractive but partially-deflated breasts.Without more information, no one here can help you second-guess your surgeon. But the fact that YOU have concerns is perhaps telling that you didn't get quite enough information. Make sure you are seeing an American Board of Plastic Surgery-certified plastic surgeon, not a "cosmetic surgeon" whose "board certification" may have little or nothing to do with plastic surgery (like Dermatology, Family Practice, or ER Medicine, for example). Yes, these doctors perform cosmetic operations, often with no more than a weekend "course" or time spent with another wannabee plastic surgeon who is trying to fool an unsuspecting patient population into believing that they are "qualified" to do these operations.But let's assume that your consultant is properly and completely trained in plastic surgery and certified by the ABPS. Then ask a few more questions, try on implants in a bra and stretchy top, and review the second and third sentences above. You can also click on the web reference link below and see what size implants did to the before and afters on my photogallery. Best wishes! Dr. Tholen

The right size matters.  Based on the multiple variables of height, rib cage width, hip width, current breast volume, etc., you might love or you might hate the implant size you mentioned.The best thing to do is to go in for a consultation with an experienced, trustworthy and caring plastic surgeon who will spend the time helping you find the correct size and proportion.Best of luck.

It is difficult to answer this question without the ability to examine you . There are several ways, however, to help determine the ideal breast implant volume for you.  Many offices will offer computer 3-D imaging.  This is a great way for you to get an idea how you will look after your breast augmentation.  It is a good way for you and your surgeon to communicate about what is best for you.  Preoperative use of external breast sizing implants is also a good way for you to communicate what size you would like to be.  Both of these techniques allow your surgeon to determine whether or not these are appropriate sizes for your particular breast.

Coming up with an implant size takes into a couple factors. If you have a smaller/narrower breast an implant that's 275cc may in fact be properly sized for your breast diameter. If you have  more breast tissue, likewise you may need a modest volume device to enhance the shape. In general, you should use the smallest volume implant to meet the need of any given case as they hold up better over time. The single most common factor identified by the FDA that drives re-operation rates are oversized implants, primarily due to weight (causing stretch) and tissue thinning from pressure.

You mention that pregnancies took a toll on your breasts, but you didn't share your specific concern. Because you have a concern about being too big because you are all ready a 34C, I wonder if your desire is to have  fuller breasts, or if your desire is to have a breast lift?  Take a look at many, many before and after images to give you an idea of what breast implants can accomplish, vs what a breast lift can accomplish. A 275 cc breast implant is not on the large end, but to determine the ideal size for you, biodimentional planning techniques should be incorporated. This will help the surgeon discuss with you the ideal size, shape and placement of your breast implant.Your plastic surgeon should be able to give you examples of who look the way you do now, and give you an idea of a result you might expect to achieve.   

Thank you for the question. In regards to specific size/profile of breast implant, despite good intentions, online consultants will not be able to provide you with  meaningful specific advice.  Ultimately, in person consultation with well experienced board-certified plastic surgeons will be necessary. 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.  Again, 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 "C or D cup" or "too big" 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 be very helpful during this communication phase.
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.  The use of temporary intraoperative sizers with the patient in the upright position makes selection of the best breast implant size/profile relatively easy.
I hope this, and the attached link, helps.

Many surgeons consider a patient's breast dimensions (particularly the breast width) as a starting point for determining a breast implant volume size. In most cases, 275 cc is not considered big, but you should have a discussion with your surgeon to make sure you feel comfortable with the implants you selected.