Breast Augmentation - Choosing the Right Size for Your Implants

The decision to get breast augmentation surgery, for many women, requires careful consideration over a long period of time. Even when the decision is made quickly, there are other choices to make about the surgery. You have to carefully choose the right time to have the procedure, and find the right cosmetic surgeon to operate on you. One decision you will need to make that may be more difficult than you realize is the implant size. There are many factors to consider when it comes to choosing the right size for your implants.

One consideration is your current breast size. If you are very flat-chested, you might need a larger implant than you think to achieve a certain look. If you already have a larger chest, your implants will not need to be as big to achieve the same look. When you meet with a breast augmentation surgeon, it is not wise to simply state a specific cup size that you desire. Even though cup sizes are supposed to be based on measurements, and therefore, relatively standard, they really are not. The doctor may have a completely different definition of a specific cup size than you do. The best way to explain your desired size to your surgeon is to show him or her actual pictures of what you want to look like.

What you want to look like not only describes the size of the breasts you want, but also the way the implants will look. Some women want a natural look, or a breast size and shape that appears natural. This means the implants will look more like real breasts that a person of your size, weight, and body type could have naturally. Other women prefer implants that look fake, or too perfectly round, and often too big, to pass for natural. Many women want their breast augmentation surgery to result in something in between the natural and fake looks. These considerations will help you choose the size of the implant you will need.

Many women have concerns about the breast size they want, and the effects it will have on their bodies. If you want rather large implants, you might be worried about carrying the extra weight on your chest. Your doctor may be able to provide you with implants to try on before surgery, which will allow you feel the weight of the implant and how it affects your body overall. Another factor to consider is your level of activity. If you are a sporty person, larger implants can get in the way during many physical activities. If you do not participate in sports regularly, you will probably not notice any other limitations on daily activities due to large implants.

Implants can sometimes look smaller than they actually are under certain types of clothing. If you usually wear loose-fitting shirts, your implants will appear smaller than they will under a tight-fitting top. The type of clothing you like to wear may affect the size you will want.

Prior to your breast augmentation surgery, you will want to be sure you and your doctor are on the same page regarding your expectations. If your implants are too small or too large after surgery, it will cost you more time and money to get the results you wanted.