Indecisive About Cup Size

Size is a big decision. It is very important to put appropriate thought into the size you want before your surgery. In my San Francisco area practice, when patients are not quite sure about the size I will lend them several different sized implants to try for a week or two.

If your plastic surgeon can't (or won't!) do this try bags of rice (you can place different amounts of rice in zip-lock bags, when you find the size you want empty the rice into a measuring cup and communicate the volume to your plastic surgeon).

The important thing here is you really need to try to wear the "trial size" implants as much as possible. This means try them with different clothes, (swimsuits, professional wear, casual wear, formal wear) but it also means while driving, while working out, while sleeping.

It isn't a perfect way to see what the implants will be like, but it is pretty close. The real key is finding a plastic surgeon that will take the time to work with you to find what works for you. Start with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Clinical Context

Juvéderm Voluma XC is an FDA-approved hyaluronic acid filler specifically designed for deep injection in the cheek area to correct age-related volume loss. It uses Vycross technology, which cross-links different molecular weights of HA for improved lift capacity and longevity. Voluma can last up to 2 years in the midface, making it one of the longest-lasting HA fillers available.

Patient safety protocols, including operating in accredited facilities with board-certified anesthesiologists, significantly reduce surgical risk.

Answered By

Dr. Philip Wasicek

Double Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Philip Wasicek is a double board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in deep plane facelift surgery and rhinoplasty, with a practice focused on achieving natural, refined, and long-lasting aesthetic results. He is widely sought after for his expertise in facial rejuvenation, particularly deep plane facelift techniques, as well as primary and complex revision rhinoplasty.

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