I agree with FG that maybe you should wait to have them done. I also wanted to get impIants at 18, but I waited a few years before I had them done (went from an A to a C cup) and I am glad I did. You have to be financially and emotionally ready for a decision like this.

As far what the guys will think, well they all have their preference. I was with two guys before I was with my current boyfriend and one enjoyed them and the other not so much. I'm lucky that I found a man who could care less that my boobs are fake. :-)

I was just like you- but remember if you are only eighteen you haven't finished developing yet!! I went from a 36A at to a 40C by 19 yrs old. I used to take a lot of fish pills growing up and was low on B-vitamins. Change your diet, increase exercise and increase your confidence. If you still feel the same a couple of years from now then follow your heart.

One thing people tend to forget about implants is that they aren't permanent. you have to get them re-done every ten or so years. and so that's several thousand every ten or so years, as well as a huge operation every ten or so years. you say you aren't really self-conscious about being small so don't worry then. To me it sounds like a lot of hassle, money, pain and potential health risk just to get something you prefer rather than something you feel you really need to have the quality of life you want. Plus most guys, even the ones who prefer large breasts, don't really mind small ones. Plus if you decide you don't like them, or your body reacts bad to them (which happens) You will have big saggy limp breasts where the skin was stretched, and there isn't really an "audience" for the last option.

Up until freshman year of college, I was an B cup. Then one day my freshman roommate tells me..."Girl your boobs grew". Next day we went to the mall and I got professionally measured - Yup. I was actually now a C cup. I was 19, almost 20 years old. So I recommend waiting til say 20 years old, even 21. You never know my dear. :)

One thing people tend to forget about implants is that they aren't permanent. you have to get them re-done every ten or so years. and so that's several thousand every ten or so years, as well as a huge operation every ten or so years. you say you aren't really self-conscious about being small so don't worry then. To me it sounds like a lot of hassle, money, pain and potential health risk just to get something you prefer rather than something you feel you really need to have the quality of life you want. Plus most guys, even the ones who prefer large breasts, don't really mind small ones. Plus if you decide you don't like them, or your body reacts bad to them (which happens) You will have big saggy limp breasts where the skin was stretched, and there isn't really an "audience" for the last option.

I read an article a few days ago from Cosmo online. A guy shared his experience about a girl he went to bed with and was thrown off-guard after feeling them. They were like bricks, even thought it was her purse lodged between them. Apparently, they were fake breasts.

Since I've never had touched those things myself (and I'm not planning to anytime soon) and am not even thinking about getting them anyway, I have no idea how it would be like to have unnatural tits.

I'm one of those women who aren't given the option to shop for bras in the Bs, the Cs, the Ds or the doubles section, but I'm very much comfortable with my body. That being said, my significant other still appreciates how I look and the way I feel when he's with me.

Bottom line: I still go for the be comfortable and happy with yourself. That way, you don't have to go through something as drastic as surgery to alter how your physical appearance would look thinking it would please other people (i.e. men). If somewhere along the way you do decide to get implants, make sure you do it for the right reason: you're doing it for yourself and not because you think the opposite sex will find you more attractive.

I love how everyone's saying their breasts grew at 19. Mine did too: I was teased for my A-cup all through high school, entered uni and I'm now a proud 70C (European measurements). Did I mention I'm 19? I'm glad I didn't spend the money on making them grow 'cause I saved a lot of cash.
And just so you know: the first time a guy saw them 'bare' as an A-cup I was completely self-conscious, but he seemed to be simply overjoyed, so I soon got over myself.

Ah, so much I want to say. First off, going two cup sizes up seems a lot to me - you don't want to buff yourself too much, as it looks obvious. Secondly, small, perky tits are often very pleasent to look at. Fox noses, orange halves, so forth... really cute and beautiful in my eyes! And thirdly, my chest size too went up between 12-23. Ten years. Imagine that. I've gone from nothing to B.

I too wanted to have my chest enhanced when I was younger, but now I'm glad I didn't. At 15 I wanted to fix my nose. 16 my ears. 17 my chest. 18 my butt. 19 my arms. 20 my legs. 21 my lips. Now, after thinking it all through, I'm happy I've never had the money to do these silly things. I'm short and sort of round, but dammit, I'm cute and lovely, and I like my looks. If someone doesn't, ain't a big deal, it's not like I find everyone attractive either.

man I wish mine had grown like all these people seem to be saying. From barely an A to an A was not much of an accomplishment. I used to go through phases where I was convinced I would get implants one day (these were strongest when I was 17-19). But now I'm convinced I would never go through with it, because as much as I hate how small they are (apparently I can't get over the self-consciousness and like them how they are) I still think real is better. Like other people are saying they are not permanent, and there are risks. My sister got hers done and she didn't regret it for about 4 years but she does now. So just think about it and don't be in a hurry, you have plenty of time to decide. I totally get why you want them though, I like how bigger ones look too. Oh and if you do get them one day make sure you hold a flashlight up to one in the dark, it looks really weird but was somehow hilarious. My sis showed me that.

I agree with Faye. I've heard stories that with implants, you lose the sensitivity in your boobs. I don't know how true this is, but think long and hard about the consequences (good and bad) about getting them...and about not getting them.
Make a list even. And then make a decision yourself (but please wait a few years first). But don't let your decision be influenced by other people.

I turn 22 in a few months, and my breasts have gone from an A to a full C since turning 21! Haven't changed birth control or gained wait anywhere else. I think you should wait just a few more years to be sure.

Also, do you realize you may have to get them redone at least a few times in your life? If its what you want to do though, you go for it. It is your body and your choice, I just think you should wait a few more years to make sure everything is 100% done growing before you change it.

Thanks everyone, I loved all the answers! I might or might not have the 19-22 explosion that I hear about so much... but it even happened to a friend of mine around 20; they turned into jugs in a couple of months, so it's entirely possible. Also, I appreciate that you guys didn't patronize me. Instead of "You're only 17, it's Barbie's fault BLAARGHHHHH" I got "Wait a few years because X happened to me!" ... Awesome!

I'm weighing the risks carefully, but for now, I'll wait a few years before I think seriously about it. Who knows, maybe I'll be surprised to find out that I inherited my other grandma's D cups. ;)

Lorelei: Implant owner here going to weigh in, not to sway your decision in any way, but to tell you about my experience. I had mine done when I was in my early 30s. I was very thin and an A cup as a teen/young adult, but I looked good. Once I had kids, my body changed and then I felt my small breasts were out of proportion with the rest of me. I didn't go huge, but what they called "Proportion Plus"... I'm now in my mid-40s and still have the original implants. I was told they would have to be replaced after about 20 years. They look good, no loss of sensitivity and while they are more firm than natural breasts, they don't feel like bricks. Interestingly enough, I was concerned about men thinking I'd "tricked" them when they found out, but so far, I've not heard any complaints. While I don't regret my decision to get implants, you need to speak with a variety of women who've had this done, and most importantly, take your time. What's important at 18 doesn't always hold true even a few years down the road. Good luck. :-)

Lorelei: Implant owner here weighing in, not to sway your decision either way but to tell you about my experience. I had mine done when I was in my early 30s. I was very thin and an A cup as a teen/young adult, but I looked good. Once I had kids, my body changed and then I felt my small breasts were out of proportion with the rest of my body. I didn't go huge but what they call "Proportion Plus"...I'm now in my mid-40s and still have the original implants. I was told they would have to be replaced after about 20 years. They look good, no loss of sensitivity, and while they are more firm than natural breasts, they don't feel like bricks. Interestingly enough, I was concerned about men thinking I'd "tricked" them when they found out, but so far I haven't heard any complaints. While I don't regret my decision, I will caution you to do your research. Talk to a variety of women who've had the procedure done. Most importantly, take your time. What's important at 18 doesn't always hold true, even just a few years down the road. Good luck. :-)

if you decide after few years to have surgery, see if you want to try brava.com before the surgery. It has all the information. Through sucksion it increases breast. I use it now. The only thing is that you have to wear it full 10 weeks every day for 10 hours minimum. It increases one cup after 10 weeks. If you want more you continue to wear a second cycle. Some people grow faster. I wear it now for 20 weeks - I'm slow responder. But they grew for sure at least double of what I had. Its a hard journey, but at the same time I am used to it and love to see the progress though its very slow. See if you want to try it. www.brava.com

You may want to think about this and wait because I was only a small B when I was 18 and I have not gained weight elsewhere but I am now a D cup. Your boobs will continue to grow during your college years, I have found this to be true not only for me but with most of my friends here in college. Almost every girl I know in college has put on a cup size since they came here. It's a wait and see type of thing.

I remember the first time I wore a push-up bra that made me look like an A instead of an AA. I looked down and felt huge... until I went out in public and realized that I was still small. Lol. Oh, well. :P

It's good to see that you'll be putting more thought into this decision. I hope everything turns out for the better, whether you get implants or not!

At 17, I was a 32A and now at 21, I am a 32C!

As a guy, I'd say we care 90% that you just have them, 10% size. Really isn't a big deal. As for implants, I only see 2 reasons for them. 1. You plan on having a career in modeling/acting/stripping/porn. 2. You've already had all the kids you plan on having, and breastfeeding has damaged them. Women should have to look at Tara Reid's body for 10 minutes before going under a knife.

I have implants and I LOVE them BUT I did wait until I had my kids, tied my tubes, and reached my goal weight of 135 before getting them done. I've heard nightmare stories from a few friends that had them done only to have them look uneven after a pregnancy. Our bodies change so much and to have this surgery before having kids (an almost for sure body changer) is too big a risk in my opinion. Also, not all implants make your boobs feel hard and 'fake'. I was able to get DD's without looking like a porn star due to having enough breast mass (and no, I wasn't saggy before). My boobs are soft yet firm and look and feel natural so much so my last guy was amazed when I told him I had implants (even my girlfriends couldn't believe how 'real' they felt).

I just had to leave a quick comment....DON'T DO IT!!! At least not yet. You're only 18!!! I was a 32B cup until I turned 22, and now I rock a 32D (and it's not a weight gain deal--I actually weigh LESS now than I did in high school). You're still growing and maturing, and it's entirely possible that they could still come in. Give yourself a few more years, and when you're in your mid-to-late twenties (at the earliest!!), still and A cup, and still want implants, THEN go for it.

I was always told that anything more than a handful (or mouthful - depending on the guy) is too much. I am happy that I got bigger when I was 20. I was an A and now I am a 36B. Plenty big.

Take birth control! Worked for me! Went up half a cup size in a month at the age of 21 once I started tricyclen lo. Happened to my friend too

No offense,but you young girls today and your implants...

You should SERIOUSLY wait a few years.As many of the ladies here have mentioned,they are not done growing yet! And so many things can make a difference with their size...Get on birth control pills,gain a few pounds,or even wait until you have kids.All those things can change the breast.

When I was 17,I was only a B cup.Now at 30,I'am the proud owner of D's.
With only about a 10 pound weight difference (I was way too skinny before).

Natural is the way to go, young women jump to fake ones too soon your tits may go up a cup size all on their own.

Natural is the way to go, young women jump to fake ones too soon your tits may go up a cup size all on their own.

Get em HUGE!!! That's the way to go. Fake and big.