I really want to be a full C, small D. Would it be possible to get there with 650 or 700 instead?

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I am getting ready for tissue exander for implant surgery. I just visited my PS for the last fill. I am currenty at 780 cc. He would like to use a 650 high profile (projection_ mentor implant) if he can do a 700 mentor high profile. This pic is from yesterday, and I was 780+ cc filled. My surgery is in 3 weeks. Thank you

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question and picture. I would caution you NOT to communicate your goals in terms of achieving a specific cup size; many patients who do so end up disappointed ( there is a lot of variability in bra cup sizes from one bra manufacturer to another). Instead, I would suggest that you communicate your goals using as many “visual aids” such as goal photographs as possible. In my practice, I use intra-operative temporary sizers to determine exactly what breast implant size/profile will best achieve the patient's goals based on careful preoperative communication. Obviously, it is helpful to have a wide spectrum of breast implant types/sizes/profiles available to allow for intraoperative decision-making and breast implant selection. Again, be very careful with your preoperative communication; make sure that you and your plastic surgeon are on the "same page" prior to proceeding. Best wishes.

Sanjay Lalla, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello. Thanks for your inquiry. I feel that a 700 cc implant will look smaller than you have in current photo. If you would like a larger breast projection - you should go higher than current fill of 780 cc.  Good luck

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

700 + cc implants are quite large, it can take a toll on the skin and soft tissue. You needed a tissue expander to stretch your tissues, and long term such a large implant may be too much. Good luck.

Jourdan Gottlieb, MD · Answer

With a 700 cc implant you will be slightly smaller (about a half cup size) than you are now. I would not want to guess your size based on this single photo, and not knowing height, weight, band (34,36, etc). Your surgeon can measure a breast circumference and make a decent guess.  All the best.

I really want to be a full C, small D. Would it be possible to get there with 650 or 700 instead?

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Answer: 700 cc

Answer: 700 cc

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I really want to be a full C, small D. Would it be possible to get there with 650 or 700 instead?

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Answer: 700 cc

Answer: 700 cc

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