I'm a 32-33 B cup, weigh 110lbs, height is 5"3. I'm petite as well. I'm getting BA Tomorrow. Im going for 375ccs in my right breast and 350ccs in my left. HP natrelle smooth round gel implants. I'm trying to achieve a natural full c to D cup. Will this be enough ccs? Also I've lost upper pole volume slightly due to breast feeding. TIA
Patients often think in terms of cup size when considering augmentation. Unfortunately, devices are sized in terms of milliliters (cc) of volume. This can lead to some confusion when sizing. Additionally, it is important to remember that cup size itself is not standardized with variations from one manufacturer to another. Unfortunately, as many women can attest their cup size in an industry leader such as VS is not necessarily transferable to another brand.
Another point which is often under appreciated is that of anatomy and starting point. Any implant will add volume to the volume which is already present. The implant is additive. A particular volume will not necessarily confer the same cup size to different patients (often times it will not even confer the same cup size to different breasts in the same individual...remember they are "sisters" not "twins").
A general rule of thumb is that 125cc can represent somewhere between 1/2 to a full cup size increase. Smaller volume differentials (25-50cc) are typically less consequential representing a volume change of less than a shot glass. However, I have found these numbers, at least anecdotally, to be of little help. Patients often present with notions/goals which do not correlate with these sorts of sterile volumetric assessments.
When sizing patients, there are a number of useful tools including:
-3D imaging (has the added benefit of offering a volumetric analysis of the pre-operative breast)
-Breast sizers (rice bags)
-Goal photos
I also recommend that patients commit to a particular look rather than a cup size. Once a patient settles on a look that pleases them the overall cup size increase becomes less relevant.The key to obtaining a natural result is to stay within the parameters defined by your BWD. This will ensure that you avoid the dreaded "fake" look.
With regards to your specific question, it is impossible to determine what cup size 350/375 cc will deliver without knowing the starting point. I would encourage you to "love the look" not the cup.
As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).
Published on Jul 11, 2012
Did you try the 375 cc implant sizers and like them? I generally like to have patient try the different implant sizes on under a bra and T-shirt so they can decide for themselves if that is the look they desire. Bra sizes can vary tremendously from one brand to another, so your best course of action is to get the breasts that you want and not consider bra sizes. Good luck with your BA.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
In my experience the choice of implant size and shape should not definitively be chosen before surgery. What should be agreed upon using photos is what the patient wants to look like. Then, during surgery, temporary implants called "sizers" can be inserted into the pocket, and with the patient in the sitting position, checked for symmetry and the size agreed upon before surgery. That having been said, I do believe that given your height, weight and current breast size that implants of 350-375 cc's will achieve your goal.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
Unfortunately, you probably will be disappointed with your size.
Published on Jul 11, 2012