Hopkins Plastic Surgery

The leading cause for breast implant revision procedures is simply to change the breast implant sizes chosen by the patient for the surgery. The average total cost of breast implant surgery ranges from $4,000 to $10,000, so it’s important to be completely satisfied with your investment the first time.

A consultation with your plastic surgeon is probably the best tool you have in helping to determine the correct size for your breast implants. Plastic Surgery Center, P.C. in Albuquerque, New Mexico offers consultations with board-certified and skilled plastic surgeon, Michael S. Hopkins, M.D. Dr. Hopkins and his staff will guide you through the process of getting a breast augmentation that meets your needs and goals.

Homemade Tests to Choose Your Breasts

If you are having trouble imaging what different size breast implants will look on you, try the following tests in the privacy of your own home. They can help you choose the best breast implant size for you:

· The Rice Test – all you need is an old nylon stocking and uncooked rice. Knowing that 30 cc’s are contained in one ounce, you’ll want to first try out 300 or 350 cc’s in an unpadded bra.

· The Water Baggie Test – carefully fill the plastic baggies with water until you reach the desired size and place them in an unpadded bra to try them out. Theoretically, the volume of water you use should result in the appropriate breast implant sizes.

· The Fashion Test – after you decide on a size you’d like, try on one of you tailored shirts and jackets or swimsuit. This will help you determine whether or not your new size will appear natural without shirts puckering or buttons popping.

While homemade tests like these can be good initial guides, the best resource to help you choose the correct breast implant size for your body is your board-certified plastic surgeon. Dr. Hopkins can show you pictures of different sizes on different women and let you know which cup size will work for you given your body type.

If you are considering breast augmentation surgery and aren’t sure which breast implant size is right for you, please contact Dr. Michael S. Hopkins at Plastic Surgery Center, P.C. in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Call or email our office today to schedule a consultation where you can learn more about breast augmentation surgery and your options for breast implants.