5 Things You Need to Know About Deciding Breast Augmentation Size

1. Thumb Through Nude Pics

The best way to figure out what breast size you want is to look at nude pictures of other women. Look for straight on and profile shots of the breasts and clip them out so you can bring them into your doctor. Also cut out pictures of breasts that you consider too small and too large. Playboy's website is a good place to start. Ask your surgeon to show you before and after pictures, so you can see his work and check out the various sizes. Ask if he has access to computer enhancement. If so, play around with different breast sizes to see which look best on your body.

2. It's in the Bag

While an experienced cosmetic surgeon is the best route to take, you can use a zip lock bag to get an idea of what breast implants will look like. Fill the bag, or the foot part of pantyhose, with bird seed or rice. The rule of thumb is that a 250 ml implant is equal to one cup or pint of rice or seed. Tie off the bag and put it in your bra. This works best if you wear a sports bra because it will flatten out the bag a little bit. Put on a shirt and check out the results. Once you find a size you like, record the amount and take it to your surgeon. He will convert it into cc's so you can determine your breast enlargement size. He may add 10 to 15 percent because implants tend to be fuller and rounder.

3. Go Shopping

While great breasts are fun to have and even more fun to dress up, if you can't find a bra to fit them, they can end up being a hassle. It's a wise idea to go shopping before you decide on a breast size. If, for instance, you want a 34DDD but realize that Victoria's Secret only goes up to DD sizes, you may want to go slightly smaller. That way, you can find bras and lingerie that look great. If not, you may have to shop online or in speciality stores.

4. Wow! Look At That Cleavage!

Cleavage is an important thing to consider when choosing your breast size. If your surgeon places your breast implants further apart, there won't be much cleavage. If they're closer together, you'll get a lot of cleavage to show off. Tell your doctor whether or not you want a lot of cleavage. The amount that you can have will not just depend on your breast size and where it's placed, but also your starting size and the size of your rib cage.

5. Try Them on for Size

It's important for you to realize that the same size breasts will look different on every woman. So many other factors go into breast size. Your body shape and height all make a difference. Take into account your body type and the size of your frame when selecting a breast size. If you have a large frame or broad shoulders, you'll probably look good with larger breasts. If you're really thin or narrow on top, you'll look top-heavy with those same breasts. You may also get backaches from the weight of them. Wear a sports bra into your surgeon's office. Try on various implants in front of a mirror. Don't be afraid to bring your bathing suit, dresses or other tops that you like wearing. It's best to be sure before choosing your breast size. Some surgeons suggest you pick one size larger then what you like in the mirror, because the implants will settle and look smaller.

Last updated on: Nov 18, 2009

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