5 Wks Post Op, 400 Cc High Profile Implants, What Cup Size? (photo)

First of all, your result is far from "final" since you are only 5 weeks post-op. Things are guaranteed to change as your tissues soften stretch, and your implants settle into their "final" position over several months (6-12). Many patients early post-op are concerned about size (usually too small, like you) and in some cases, this does require re-operation for placement of larger implants. There are some practical anatomic limitations to this that might be present in your specific case; only time will tell.

I'm not sure how you determined that your breasts "measure as a B cup," since I also agree that you have the "look" of a full C to small D. You certainly aren't "flat," but then size is a matter of personal preference.

I personally think that you will have a very nice, full look as more time goes by (if you don't develop capsular contracture). Keep in touch with your plastic surgeon and his nursing staff; they can all provide advice about how things change as time goes by! If you want something different, then you and your surgeon can discuss the available options. Best wishes!

Hello Kricketkricket,

You've maxed out on implant size.  As for the 'high profile', you are a perfect example of how implant profiles won't lift the breast or reposition the nipple.  The 'flatness' you are perceiving has something to do with your implants filling the upper pole of the breasts and your chest, but is doing very little for your breast tissue that sits below it.  If your breast tissue was properly draped over the implant you'd have more projection, and less 'flat' appearance.

One of the conversations you should have had with your doctor is about the inability to guarantee a cup size, and that bra sizes in general are not standardized units of measurement, varying a great deal from bra to bra, and between manufacturers.

If after 3 to 6 month healing period you have no other objections, you'd be a good for a breast lift.  Please don't entertain larger implants, that won't help you in the short or long term.

Best of luck.