This patient, in her late 20s, had breast augmentation with 240cc round silicone gel implants placed in a dual-plane position through an incision in the breast crease. Her main goal was a natural result that didn’t look too big, overdone or obvious. Dr. Fadi Constantine, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Dallas, performed the surgery.
Case Details
| Procedure | Breast augmentation |
| Patient | Woman in her late 20s |
| Implant | 240cc round silicone gel |
| Placement | Under the muscle (dual plane) |
| Incision | Inframammary (in the crease under the breast) |
| Surgeon | Dr. Fadi Constantine, MD |
Before and After Photos
Individual results vary.
Her Goals
She wanted fuller breasts, but she was worried about looking too big or obviously “done.” That concern shaped every choice in her plan, from the implant size to where it was placed.
The Surgical Plan
A modest implant size. At 240cc, the implants were chosen to add shape and fullness without overwhelming her frame.
Dual-plane placement. The implant sits partly under the chest muscle. The muscle covers the upper part of the implant, which helps soften the upper edge and keep the slope of the breast looking natural, especially in slimmer patients with less breast tissue.
An inframammary incision. The incision is placed in the fold under the breast, where it’s usually hidden by the breast itself and by most bras and swimwear.
The Result
The photos show a fuller, more rounded shape that still looks in proportion with her body. In Dr. Constantine’s words: “I feel we achieved a nice and natural result. We pride ourselves on results that are subtle and natural. The best outcomes are often a result of great communication and education between the doctor and the patient.”
Is 240cc a Big Implant?
No. 240cc is on the smaller end of the implant volumes commonly used for breast augmentation. How big it looks depends on your chest width, how much breast tissue you start with, your skin and the implant’s profile, so the same 240cc implant can look quite different on two people.
There’s also no reliable way to convert cc into a cup size. Bra sizes vary from brand to brand, and a cup size describes the whole breast, not just the implant. That’s why photos of patients with a similar build are more useful than a cc number on its own.
240cc vs. 275cc Implants
The difference between 240cc and 275cc is 35cc, a little over two tablespoons of volume. On a petite frame that can be noticeable; on a broader chest it’s subtle. Compare this case with our 275cc round silicone breast augmentation case study to see both sizes side by side.
How Dr. Constantine Helps You Choose an Implant Size
Implant size isn’t picked from a chart. At your consultation, Dr. Constantine measures your chest and breast width, checks your skin and tissue, and talks through the look you want. Before and after photos of patients with a similar starting point help you see what different sizes look like on a real body. Learn more in our guide to breast implant size, shape and filling.
Considering Breast Augmentation in Dallas?
See more results in our breast augmentation before and after gallery, read about breast augmentation with Dr. Constantine, or contact us to book a consultation. You can also call (214) 739-5760.
