The Fort Lauderdale Plastic Surgery reviews are in and Dr. Paul Wigoda reports all 5-star ratings on Yelp!

With more than 100 million monthly unique visitors, Yelp is the premiere local business review site. And, as anyone who owns a business or who’s ever yelped a business they love knows even with amazing service 5-star reviews on Yelp are hard to come by, not to mention all 5-star reviews. Dr. Paul Wigoda thanks our plastic surgery clients for sharing the love on Yelp and wanted to share some excerpts of our favorite reviews with you.

• Breast Implant Review Liz S. of Boca Raton, FL writes “NO PAIN, GREAT GAIN! After having 3 children in 18 Months (a set of twins) I finally decided to have a breast lift and implants. A friend referred me to Dr. Wigoda. I had the procedure yesterday, and I have not been in one drop of pain since! … Great Doctor, great experience, great results.”

• Perla S. of Manhattan, NY writes “I had plastic surgery 8 years ago with Dr. Paul Wigoda.I am now going to be 66 years old, and I look 10 years younger… Never ever had any pain, as he promised. I would do it all over again.”

• B L. of Miami Beach, FL shares “So happy with the results, would have done it sooner!”

• JR M. of Fort Lauderdale, FL says simply:  “We love Dr. Wigoda!”

• Olga S. of Fort Lauderdale, FL “I had carefully chosen Dr. Wigoda as my plastic surgeon, for breast augmentation after scouring every single surgeon within a 25 mile radius of me. Dr. Wigoda stood out, by far, as not only the most personable, but beyond other’s average surgeon skills as well. Now, almost 3 months later, I am LOVING my breasts. They look proportionate to my body; they don’t look as if someone just “put” them there. They are just perfect. I’m feeling a little sad as today was my last scheduled follow up with Dr. Wigoda.”

Perhaps our favorite review is this from Marcia B of Ft. Lauderdale:

“ Because of the dedication of Dr Wigoda I am able today to tell my story. I give Dr. Paul Wigoda the highest points any doctor can receive. By chance, Dr Wigoda was on call at Broward General Hospital the day I was brought into emergency in renal failure and fighting for my life from a Liposuction procedure I received from another doctor in Miami Beach. Dr. Wigoda saved my life and has continued to do so ever since. The dedication that Dr. Wigoda has shown… speaks for itself. His compassion, sympathy and kindness along with his skills have given me my life back. He took an oath seriously to save lives and that day he saved mine. The results you’ll receive from the care of Dr. Wigoda will make you feel beautiful about yourself.”

Some of our other favorites include:

• Kristina C. of Plantation, FL shares “[Dr. Wigoda] and his office staff were far superior to any of the other doctors I had consulted.  Their office is comfortable and inviting, with a very professional surgical area. The procedure went exactly as expected but the best part was the ‘recovery’. I had no real pain.”

• Rebecca C. of Fort Lauderdale, FL says “I have much faith in this doctor. He does not try to sell unnecessary treatments or services. I have always gotten great results from his treatment. I recommend him to all of my friends. His staff, particularly Lucy, is also marvelous. They are both professionals of the highest caliber and pleasant to deal with as well.”

Dr. Wigoda hopes to make you the next happy patient to write a 5-star review and invites you to come in for a free plastic surgery consultation.

May 5, 2013 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Dr. Paul Wigoda is giving away a plastic surgery splurge for Mother’s Day and Moms or Mr. Moms from Fort Lauderdale to Miami to Boca Raton to Weston or anywhere in the state of Florida can enter to win a plastic surgery splurge for Mother’s Day via Facebook.com/drwigoda.  The Facebook sweepstakes starts today on Dr. Wigoda’s Facebook Page and all entrants will have the chance to win the Grand Prize of a $500.00 Dr. Wigoda gift card towards their cosmetic surgery procedure of choice*. In addition, five runners-up will receive a $100 Dr. Paul Wigoda gift card, and best of all, everyone who enters will receive a $50 Dr. Wigoda gift card. The winner will be published in and featured on Dr. Wigoda’s Plastic Surgery Beauty Blog to share some of their top beauty tips.

Need a Tummy Tuck after the baby? Some Botox before that class reunion? Liposculpting in time for your son’s graduation? Or Painless Breast Implants, just because you deserve it? Which procedure will you choose to indulge in for your Mother’s Day gift to yourself? Fort Lauderdale Plastic Surgeon Dr. Paul Wigoda makes choosing a little easier this year with his Mother’s Day Facebook Plastic Surgery Sweepstakes in which everyone’s a winner!

Official contest rules include: Winners must be 18 years of age or older, live in Florida and be part of Dr. Wigoda’s Facebook Page. Gift cards are good towards any procedure by Dr. Wigoda of $1000 or more. The contest will run through May 12, 2013 and the winners will be notified by May 20th, 2013.

About Plastic Surgeon Dr. Paul Wigoda

Dr. Paul Wigoda is regarded an expert source to the media and his plastic surgery and reconstructive surgery stories and opinions are regularly published in the Sun Sentinel, Miami Herald as well as the New York Times and reported via NBC and ABC.  Dr. Wigoda practices plastic surgery in the Fort Lauderdale and Miami area. As Chief of Plastic Surgery at Broward Health Medical Center, Dr. Wigoda is board certified and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Wigoda is an advocate for patient safety and education when it comes to plastic surgery. Areas of specialization include breast augmentation, breast reduction, breast lift, liposuction, rhinoplasty, tummy tuck, facelift, brow lift, eyelid surgery, Juvederm, Radiesse, Restylane and Cosmetic Botox treatments and spider vein treatments.

Wedding planning and plastic surgery is IN! It’s that time of year for brides and plastic surgery by Dr. Paul Wigoda. The bride gets a breast augmentation, the groom wants a nose job, the mother-of-the-bride will take a facelift and the father-of-the bride needs botox. The wedding registry calls for a secret list that might include plastic surgery, a growing trend reports Fort Lauderdale-based plastic surgeon Dr. Wigoda.

“First comes the bride, then comes the wedding entourage; this time of year I see dozens of wedding parties making their way to my office to see what they can sneak in cosmetic procedure-wise in time for their big day” says Dr. Paul Wigoda. “The good news is that Spring is the perfect time to do practically any cosmetic procedure and be good to go in time for wedding season.”

 Here are Dr. Wigoda’s top 5 most popular plastic surgery for soon to be brides to time it right:

1. Painless Breast Implants – Say “I do” to that strapless gown that will knock ‘em dead when you come down that aisle! Plan at least 3-6 months in advance.

2. Liposculpture – It’s a fact that most brides gain rather than lose weight in the months leading up to their weddings. All that stress, and the cake tasting! What’s a girl to do? One word - Liposculpture  Plan at least 3-6 months in advance.

3. Botox and Fillers – Guys need this to! Despite tradition “something old” has no place at your perfect wedding! Make sure to book a double appointment so your groom can get in on this quick fix too! He’ll thank you when he sees how fabulous you both look. 3-4 weeks ahead and your smooth to go!

4. Facelift – Gone are the days of 20 year old brides. At least brides that are actually in their 20’s (and don’t just look like they are)! Allow 3-6 months before lights, camera and wedding action.

5. Browlift – All those sleepless nights you spent worrying about your wedding don’t need to leave you looking tired! Allow 3-6 months.

 If you are getting married and would like to see what you can achieve before your big day we invite you to come in for a free consultation. Remember, sure it’s just one day but those pictures are f-o-r-e-v-e-r!

Faces are lifting, silicone breast implants are IN, skin is smoothing, Botox is booming and tummy tucking is far from flat, growing 70% in the last 12 years. The biggest bump Dr. Paul Wigoda noticed was the fact that 72% of breast implant surgeries in the United States used silicone implants; 28% used saline or sterile salt water implants.

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has just released their 2012 annual statistics reporting the number and variety of plastic surgery procedures that were performed last year. The report, a virtual “state of the union” for plastic surgery profession, provides us with several interesting insights into trends in plastic surgery for the year.

“The fact that total U.S. cosmetic procedures were up last year is not surprising given that the economy is beginning to bounce back and these procedures are high on many people’s list of things to do with the extra income they are seeing.” says Dr. Paul Wigoda. Check the infographic below for increases in cosmetic procedures in relation to other important economic indicators, also on the rise.

Overall, cosmetic procedures in total were up a whopping 5%! The most popular procedures by volume were breast augmentation with 286,274 performed in 2012, followed by nose reshaping (242,684), eyelid surgery (204,015), liposuction (202,128), facelift (126,320) and tummy tuck (106,628).

Faces Lifting!

The biggest bump last year came in the form of facial rejuvenation procedures.

Here are some highlights:

• Facelifts up by 6% from 2011

• Eyelid Surgery up 4%

• Microdermabrasion up 8% with 973,556 performed

• Soft Tissue Fillers up by 5% with 1,988,767 performed

• Botox and Dysport up 8% with 6,134,631 performed

Why so much focus on the face? The ASPS suggests “one has to assume that economic recovery and consumer confidence plays an important role… Another factor is people entering or re-entering the workforce at an older age, needing to compete with younger applicants. Having our appearance look as good as our experience and resumes… is a strong motivation.”

Other Notable Performers Include:

• Breast Augmentation, up 35% from 2000

• Calf Augmentation up 8% from 2011

• Pectoral Implants up 6%

• Upper Arm Lift up 3%

• Tummy Tuck up 70% from 2000

Male Surgeries on the Rise

A clear indicator of the increase in male surgeries is in the treatment of male breast development or gynecomastia with an increase of 5% over last year. Says Dr. Paul Wigoda, “We have seen a marked increase in male procedures over the past several years, especially last year. Not just for gynecomastia but for facelift, eyelid lifts, pectoral augmentation, dermabrasion and nose reshaping. Plastic surgery is definitely no longer just for women.”

All in all, the ASPS reports prove that the state of the plastic surgery profession is very promising with further increases projected for next year. So, if you’ve been waiting for an economic turnaround to plan a cosmetic procedure, the time to schedule it is officially now. Come in for a free consultation with Dr. Wigoda and celebrate our improved economy!

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Tummy Tuck surgery at Dr. Paul Wigoda’s Fort Lauderdale plastic surgery center is  a popular request. One concern for patients undergoing this procedure is that they will gain weight after the surgery. A recent study on Tummy Tuck and weight loss confirms that weight gain after surgery is not typical and that most patients not only lose weight but maintain the weight loss. The study by ASPS Member Surgeon Dr. Rex Edward Moulton-Barrett of Alameda Hospital and colleagues just released in the February issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, reveals that undergoing abdominoplasty (“Tummy Tuck”) may lead to significant and lasting weight loss for many patients.

“We’ve always seen outstanding long-term results with our abdominoplasty (or tummy tuck) patients but this new study proves what we have suspected for years. This is very exciting news,” says Dr. Paul Wigoda of Fort Lauderdale.

The Tummy Tuck Study

The Tummy Tuck study included 20 women and the average amount of abdominal tissue resected was approximately five pounds. A year later, the Tummy Tuck  study found that 14 of those women, a large majority, kept the weight off and had even achieved additional weight loss. In fact, their weight loss was greater than the weight of the tissue resected. Tummy Tuck patients with a preoperative body mass index (BMI) greater than or equal to 24.5, borderline overweight, maintained long-term weight loss after one year. In fact, their weight decreased an average of 4.5% of their original BMI. (Note that a normal BMI is between 18.5 and 25, between 25 and 30 is classified as overweight, and over 30 is obese).

The tummy tuck study found that long-term weight loss was more likely for women whose initial BMI was 24.5 or greater, that is, just under the borderline for overweight. Of the 14 women with sustained weight loss, just one had an initial BMI of less than 24.5. In addition, it was found that long-term weight loss was more likely for women with a greater amount of excess abdominal tissue removed at abdominoplasty. Twelve of the 14 women who enjoyed long-term weight loss had more than 4.5 pounds of tissue resected.

Dr. Wigoda Shares it How it Works

The tummy tuck study points to Increased satiety or the “feeling of being full” as a important contributor to long-term weight loss. Three-fourths of women reported an increased feeling of satiety, either after eating or throughout the day, after undergoing their abdominoplasty. “We hypothesize that the increased satiety [experienced by] our patients is related to changes in the neuroendocrine system,” said Dr. Moulton-Barrett and his co-authors. The tummy tuck  theory is that removing fat cells from the abdomen could lead to reduced levels of hormones affecting appetite, which are secreted by fatty tissues.

“This is great news for women considering abdominoplasty but fear they are destined to regain weight immediately after the procedure,” says Dr. Wigoda. “I have seen incredible sustained results in my practice and look forward to the science continuing to prove them out.”

If you are interested in a “tummy tuck” we invite you to come in for a free consultation. With these results, there’s no longer a reason to put it off! Contact us at 954.463.7088 or http://www.drwigoda.com/ to schedule your appointment today.

“The placement of the breast implant is one of the key decisions to discuss with your plastic surgeon. While most patients in my practice have the implant placed under the muscle, there are cases where over the muscle may be beneficial,” says Dr. Paul Wigoda.

Take a moment to look at the diagram below to see the size and location of the muscles that make up your chest wall. You will notice that the pectoralis major muscle is a large fan-shaped muscle that does not cover the lower, outer aspect of your chest wall. Generally in breast augmentation surgery the pectoralis major muscle will be detached from its lower origin along the ribs and the implant will be placed under it leaving only about half the implant covered by the muscle. The bigger the implant, the less of it that is covered by the muscle.

The pectoralis minor muscle is much smaller and lies under the outer edge of the pectoralis major. The serratus muscle lies along the sides of your chest wall. The main sensory nerves to your breast come up between the slips of this muscle to enter the back of your breast tissue and from there to the rest of your breast. Generally surgeons place the implants on top of the pectoralis minor and serratus muscles, but below the pectoralis major muscles.

There are pro’s and con’s to having your implants placed over or below the muscle. Here are some things to consider:

Over the Muscle (Subglandular) Breast Implant Placement:

• Pros: When textured implants are used, the capsular contracture rate is only 5–10%. If you have a moderate amount of breast tissue (a B cup or larger), this can be an excellent choice and produce very natural-looking breasts that age very well. Also, recovery is usually easier than when the implants are placed in a submuscular position.

• Cons: The use of smooth implants in a subglandular position have an increased rate of capsular contracture compared to other options. Additionally, when textured implants are used in thinner women with small breasts rippling may be visible in the upper and inner areas. It is also easier to see the upper edges of the implants when they are placed over the muscle.

Under the Muscle (Subpectoral) Breast Implant Placement:

• Pros: Using smooth implants under the pectoralis muscles reduces the capsular contracture rate to less than 10%. In thinner women, the added bulk of the muscle over the upper and inner aspects of the implants will make the edges less visible and the curve of the breast more natural. When textured implants are used, the rippling in the areas under the muscle is usually invisible.

• Cons: The recovery is typically thought to be more uncomfortable. However, with Dr. Wigoda’s painless breast implant procedure, patients most often have implants placed below the muscle and have little or no pain. It can take several months to see your end results because the implant tends to start out high before it settles into its final position, lower on the chest. When the pectoralis muscle is contracted during exercise or in some daily movements, the muscle may flatten the implants and push them outward. This can change the shape of the breast. However, this does not happen in all patients. Occasionally, an indentation over the implant can be seen along the edge of the muscle but again, this is not typical. When there is a moderate amount of breast tissue that is lax or becomes lax in time, it may sag below the position of the implant that is held in place by the muscle.

Dr. Paul Wigoda’s Fort Lauderdale-based plastic surgery center offers both subglandular and subpectoral procedures and we are happy to help you decide what’s best for you during a free consultation.  Call us at 954.463.7088 to schedule your visit! www.drwigoda.com

The location of your incision is one of the many options you will discuss with Dr. Wigoda during your preoperative consultation. Each incision location option has its pro’s and con’s and there is not one location that is considered best for everyone. Here are the options:

1) Inframammary Incision: Inframammary incisions are placed underneath the breast just slightly above where the breast meets the rib cage. Many surgeons like this incision location as it allows them easy access to create an implant pocket above or under the muscle. This direct access allows Dr. Wigoda to use very small incisions with saline implants, generally as small as 1 to 1.5 inches wide for saline implants, slightly larger incisions for silicone. The scar is typically not visible when standing up as the breast will cover it. This is the most common incision site used.

2) Transumbilical Incision or TUBA: A Transumbilical incision is a C or J shaped incision placed in the folds of your belly button. A small camera is used to negotiated the surgery and very small instruments are then inserted to create a path to the breasts. Tissue expanders are inserted to create the implant pocket. Using TUBA incision, implants can be placed over or under the muscle. While TUBA incisions have the advantage of there being no scarring on the breast area, there are many potential disadvantages. Only saline implants can be used if TUBA is selected as silicone implants will not fit through the very small incision. This is the least popular incision used.

3) Transaxillary Incision (Armpit): These incisions are created in the armpits and are generally 1 to 2 inches long. A short path is then created to the breasts where the implants will be placed. While there is no scar on the breast, a scar will be visible in the armpit with the arm is raised. There is also a risk of injury to a sensory nerve that can cause numbness on the inner arm.

4) Periareolar Incisions: The Periareolar incision is created around the areola. This incision is commonly used if other cosmetic breast procedures such as breast lift or areola reduction are being performed in conjunction with breast augmentation. Contrary to popular belief the periareolar incision does not necessarily increase the risk of losing sensation in the nipple. There is potentially a greater risk of infection as bacteria is found in milk ducts and often these ducts are cut during the procedure. If you plan to breastfeed after your surgery should make sure to discuss this with Dr. Wigoda because periareolar incisions may not be right for you.

After careful consideration, Dr. Wigoda will help you decide the right incision type for you. His extensive experience will guarantee you make the right incision decision. Dr. Paul Wigoda’s Fort Lauderdale-based plastic surgery center offers all four incision sites and we are happy to help you decide what’s best for you during a free consultation.  Call us at 954.463.7088 to schedule your visit!

Round, Teardrop, Smooth or Textured? Breast augmentation was the #1 cosmetic surgical procedure in 2012  , with almost 300,000 breast augmentations being performed last year in the United States. (American Society of Plastic Surgeons 2012 Statistics). Dr. Paul Wigoda points out to his patients that breast implants come in many different sizes and shapes.

Round or Teardrop Shape?

Breast implants come in two shapes: round and teardrop. Which is right for you? Well, it depends. Here are some considerations to help you decide.

Teardrop Implants: Teardrop implants also known as “anatomical” are contoured and shaped just like a natural breast. It takes a skilled and experienced plastic surgeon to ensure they are properly placed. Dr. Wigoda has extensive experience with teardrop implants. At your consultation, Dr. Wigoda will discuss your options with you, including the use of anatomical implants. Anatomical implants are always textured to minimize their movement and decrease the risk of the implant rotating.

Round Implants: Round implants will give you that “Victoria Secret” look. They less natural looking than teardrop shaped implants but can deliver a higher impact result. Round implants are currently the most common implants as they give women the most lift, fullness and cleavage many of us are looking for. Also, certain types of round implants will enhance the forward projection of your breasts. Keep in mind that women with large implants often report that others ‘know’ they have had breast augmentation. For most women, these days, this is not a concern. It all depends on you!

Smooth or Textured?

Breast implants are available in two surface choices: smooth and textured. Smooth breast implants feel like the outside of a balloon. Textured implants feel somewhat like sandpaper. Which is right for you? Below we will discuss some considerations to help you make your choice.

Smooth Breast Implants: Smooth breast implants are used in most breast augmentation procedures. Smooth implants move freely within the breast pocket and have thinner shells making them softer than textured implants. Smooth implants may be less likely to ripple than textured implants. Other benefits of smooth implants include lower cost and increased implant longevity.

Textured Breast Implants: Textured implants have been designed to limit the risk of capsular contracture, an implant complication involving scar tissue growing around the implant. However this claim has not been conclusively proven. However, textured implants do create cohesion between the implant and surrounding tissue reducing the risk of the implant moving. Textured breast implants have been associated with a higher rate of leaking and breast rippling than smooth implants; however, textured implants have also been shown to decrease the risk of displacement.

During your consultation, Dr. Wigoda will help you determine which shape and texture implant is right for you by closely listening to your desired results. He will show you a numerous before and after photos of women who have opted for either round or teardrop implants to help you decide, and discuss the pro’s and con’s of smooth and textured implants in detail.

At the end of the day, only you and your doctor can choose the right type of implants for you. Dr. Paul Wigoda’s Fort Lauderdale-based plastic surgery center offers both teardrop and round implants and we are happy to help you decide what’s best for you during a free consultation.  Call us at 954.463.7088 to schedule your visit! To view video testimonials from numerous breast augmentation patients who have undergone Dr. Wigoda’s painless breast implant procedure visit painlessbreastimplants.com/

Selecting the ideal width and amount of implant projection is another decision Dr. Paul Wigoda helps you to make prior to your procedure.  Here are some things to consider:

Small, Moderate or Large?

Every round breast implant has two basic dimensions: diameter and projection. Diameter is the distance across the base of the implant, that is the surface that rests against the chest wall. Projection is the distance the implant protrudes from the chest wall. Implants are available with a small amount of projection (low profile) , a moderate amount of projection (moderate profile) and a large amount of projection (high profile).

When deciding which profile is right for you, your age is a factor. If you are middle-aged (or older) or if the confidentiality of your procedure is important to you, you may want to chose implants with a small projection as these give the most natural appearance.

If you are younger, you may prefer a more aggressive take-off at the upper part of the breast, so moderate plus profile implants may be right for you. Moderate plus profile implants will give you a more dramatic impact and are currently “in vogue”.  Yes, they will look less “natural” but these days there is no stigma attached to having undergone breast augmentation so a completely “natural” look is not as much a concern as it may have been years ago. Also, the natural shape of a your natural breast is a factor here.  If your natural breast has very little or no superior (upper) volume, you might benefit more from implants that provide more superior volume.  Implants with more projection do this.

If you have narrow chest you are also a good candidate for implants with moderate plus profile. To achieve a significant amount of volume, you may want to choose implants with more projection but less diameter. Finally, implants with more projection tend to ripple less than those with less projection. If you are very thin you are at greater risk for rippling and should consider moderate plus as your profile choice.

If you’ve undergone a mastectomy high profile implants could be right for you because you  have no projection to start with. Also, if you like the look of round, projecting breasts with upper pole fullness (high cleavage) high profile could be the wise choice. Every plastic surgeon has a certain aesthetic style they prefer (re: some aim for the most natural looking shape and size possible while other find the ‘high and round’ look more attractive), but at the end of the day, it’s all up to you!

Dr. Wigoda can help you determine your best profile choice during your free consultation at his  Fort Lauderdale-based plastic surgery center. Call us at 954.463.7088 to schedule your visit!

See our next blog post in this series: Choosing Breast Implant Shapes and Textures With Dr. Paul Wigoda

The reason why a vast majority of women (and men) have breast augmentation is SIZE, says Fort Lauderdale plastic surgeon Dr. Paul Wigoda.

We want to increase our size and/or have our breasts more proportionate to the rest of our bodies. Some women worry about going too big, while others worry about not going big enough. Having realistic expectations regarding size is imperative. Here are some ways you can figure out what size is right for you.

A Picture’s Worth 1,000 Words

When consulting with a plastic surgeon, it helps to bring pictures depicting how you want to look after surgery. Also, bring photos of what you consider too small or too large as this will help your surgeon immensely. Celebrity magazines are a great resource for photos of women with various size breasts. Keep in mind that everyone’s anatomy is different, so you will not look exactly like the photos you show your surgeon; however, these photos will give the surgeon a very good idea of the SIZE you want to be. You may have a good idea of what cup size you would like but photos can further inform your surgeon of your desired results.

Dr. Wigoda Talks About The Rice Test

Dr. Wigoda's Rice Test for Breast Implants

Surgeons generally do not talk in “cup” sizes they talk in cc’s. So “trying on for size” in cc’s prior to your plastic surgery consultation is a very good idea. And, it’s fun! If you’re very flat-chested, almost anything may seem big but you’ll be amazed at how quickly you adjust to your new, larger size. The Rice Test will give you an idea of what you’ll like to look like after your surgery, as well as a rough idea of how many cc’s it may take get that result. It’s not 100% accurate, but it’s pretty close.

How to Perform the Rice Test

Use knee-high hose or cut-off pantyhose, and, using rice (or oatmeal or grits), fill them with the desired amount of cc’s. Once you have them filled, try them on under a sports bra.  Here are some conversions below:

• 1 cup = 236cc
• 3/4 cup = 177cc
• 2/3 cup = 156cc
• 1/2 cup = 118cc
• 1/3 cup = 78cc
• 1/4 cup = 59cc
• 1/8 cup = 30cc

Some guidelines: An average of 189 cc is needed to go up one bra cup size. Increasing an A cup to a C cup generally requires a total of 391 cc, or 196 cc per cup. Moving from a B cup to a D cup generally requires a total of 448 cc, or 224 cc per cup. The largest change, an A cup increasing to a D cup, generally requires 437cc, or 145 cc per cup.

The amounts above can be used in different combinations to achieve the cc amount you desire. It’s important to remember that you should not solely rely on cc amounts of friends whose size you like. 400cc can look completely different on different women. This is due to several things, including, but not limited to: amount of breast tissue, shape of the chest wall, deformities of the chest wall (such as pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum), and weight, just to name a few. Basically, your existing breast tissue, and anatomy dictate how many cc’s you will need. Therefore, you should do the rice test to give you an idea of how many cc’s you may need to get the size you want. Keep in mind the “rice test” is just an estimate, it is not an exact science!

Now that you have a good idea of what size implants you think you want and some photos to share you are better prepared for a consultation with Dr. Wigoda. Dr. Wigoda offers free consultations at his  Fort Lauderdale-based plastic surgery center. Call us at 954.463.7088 to schedule your visit!

See our next blog post in this series: What’s Your Breast Implant Profile: Low, Moderate or High?