It takes up to a few months for implants to settle fusing, which time the appearance changes. Bra sizes are all over the place, with or without implants, depending on body type/size, personal preference and manufacturer. Yes, the best fitting bra size can easily change slightly as implants settle. From your description you should definitely settle into at least a very full C-cup if not a D-cup.

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Bra sizes are notoriously inaccurate. As your skin and muscle relax, and the implants settle, you may very well find the cup size your breasts fit into may say D-cup on a lot of bras you buy. This the "fluffing and settling" process plastic surgeons often describe, so we usually don't advise shopping for bras for at least four to six weeks post-op.

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No, with placement under the muscle the size tends to decrease between 1/2 to one cup size after about a year. If you are interested in going large, I would recommend visiting my site xlbreastimplants.info.

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Thank you for your question.

The breast appearance and volume distribution will change as your implants settle over the next few months. I advise you to be patient and wait at least four months before sizing yourself at a bra retailer.

As the implant settles and your body adapts to this additional volume, you will see changes in the appearance of your breasts but also in the way they fit and fill out a bra. Also remember that each bra manufacturer's cup size will vary slightly, so you might not be the same size in Victoria's Secret as you are in La Perla.

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Thank you for your question.
Yes, I find that as the breast implant settles, the shape and size do change.

Best wishes for an outcome you will be pleased with.

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If you just had your breast augmentation, you have a long way to go in the healing process. As the breasts relax, the muscle relaxes and the tissues stretch, the breast will fill out more. At first, the muscle holds everything tight. As it relaxes, it allows the implant to settle and fill out the lower poles more. Just be patient and let your body heal. You really will not know your size for at least the first month, so just be patient.

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I usually discourage patients from making any judgments on outcome in the early post-operative period. There will be significant changes as you progress through the healing process. The implants will settle, and bruising and swelling will resolve on its own.

I would not purchase a new bra for at least six weeks as your size will change significantly from POD#1. I would also encourage you to love your look and not your cup size (as this will vary from one manufacturer to another).

As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).

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