Expertly Written By
Dr. Rocco Piazza, MD, FACS
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon & Austin's Leading Specialist in Motiva Preservé™ Tissue Preservation.
The Case at a Glance: 150cc & Tissue-Preserving
Surgeon's Note: This case is a textbook example of "less is more" done right — a small, precisely chosen implant volume paired with a tissue-sparing technique to restore proportion, not add bulk.
One question comes up in almost every consultation for a subtle breast augmentation: "What does 150cc of implants actually look like?" It's a fair question — a cubic centimeter is a unit of volume, not a picture. Patients searching for "ballerina boobs" want to see the real answer on a real body, not just a number on a spec sheet. (For a broader look at the ballerina boobs trend itself, see our companion article, Beyond the Trend: What "Ballerina Boobs" Really Mean.)
That's exactly what this case study shows. This patient wasn't chasing a dramatic transformation. She wanted her frame to look like itself, just more complete — and 150cc of Motiva Ergonomix® implants placed using the Preserve Breast Augmentation® technique delivered exactly that.
What Does 150cc of Breast Implants Look Like?
On most frames, 150cc translates to roughly a half-cup to full-cup increase — the smallest volume range we offer at The Piazza Center, and one of the most requested sizes among patients searching for the "ballerina boobs" or "yoga boobs" look. The exact visual change depends on chest width, existing breast tissue, and implant profile, which is why we never recommend choosing a size from a number alone.
Visually, 150cc is designed to fill in — not build out. In this patient's case, it restored fullness specifically in the upper inner portion of the breast, the area that often looks slightly hollow on athletic, lower-body-fat frames, without adding visible roundness or projection that would read as "augmented." The result: a soft, proportionate silhouette that looks like it was always hers.
Case Study: A Real "Ballerina Boobs" Result with 150cc Motiva Ergonomix® Mini Implants
The Patient's Goal
This patient, 35, had never been pregnant and felt her breasts lacked fullness — particularly in the upper inner area — while still wanting to keep a soft, feminine shape. She wasn't looking to look significantly larger. She wanted volume that looked proportionate to her athletic build, with a gentle side profile and a natural slope instead of a round, "done" appearance. Motiva Ergonomix® implants stood out to her for their soft feel and their ability to move naturally with the body.
The Surgical Plan
To meet those goals, Dr. Piazza performed a Preserve Breast Augmentation® using 150cc Motiva Ergonomix® Mini implants. The Preserve technique was selected specifically because it maintains the breast's natural support structures and anatomy, creating the implant pocket with minimal disruption to the surrounding tissue — an approach built for subtle, refined enhancement rather than dramatic transformation.
The Result
The combination restored gentle upper inner fullness while preserving a smooth, natural contour and soft feel. The smaller implant volume gave her the modest increase she wanted without overwhelming her frame, while the adaptive characteristics of the Motiva implant created a natural teardrop shape when standing. She tolerated the procedure well and achieved a result that looks and feels like a refined version of her own natural breasts.
See more real ballerina boobs results and technique breakdowns on Dr. Piazza's Instagram:
How Motiva Preservé™ Achieves This Look
The volume of the implant is only half the equation — how the pocket is created matters just as much for that soft, "is-it-real" outcome. Traditional augmentation often involves cutting through internal ligaments or aggressively separating the chest muscle. With Motiva Preservé™, Dr. Piazza uses a specialized channel separator and inflatable balloon to gently elongate and redistribute the breast's own tissue, creating a secure pocket without cutting native tissue or disrupting supportive ligaments. Because the anatomy stays intact, a smaller, highly cohesive implant like the 150cc Ergonomix® Mini can still achieve natural, proportionate projection.
Before & After: This 150cc Case
See the complete photo set from this exact case in the Motiva Implants Austin gallery.
Why This Approach Works for Active, Athletic Patients
- Rapid, Less Painful Recovery: Because native muscle isn't cut or cauterized, post-operative tightness is minimized compared to traditional submuscular augmentation.
- Minimal Scarring: Incisions are small — often around 2cm — and concealed within the natural breast fold.
- Long-Term Stability: Keeping internal support ligaments intact means the implant stays where it's placed, reducing the risk of shifting or "bottoming out" over time.
- A Natural Slope, Not a Round Shape: The Ergonomix® implant's adaptive gel holds a rounder shape lying down but shifts to a soft, teardrop profile when standing — the gentle slope this patient specifically asked for.
"A 150cc implant isn't about adding size — it's about restoring balance. For patients with an athletic frame, the goal is fullness that looks like it was always there, not a shape that was added on." — Dr. Rocco Piazza, MD, FACS.
Watch Dr. Piazza break down cases like this one on Instagram:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What does 150cc of breast implants look like on the body?
On most frames, 150cc adds roughly a half-cup to full-cup increase. Rather than dramatic size, it typically fills in areas of hollowness — like the upper inner breast — while preserving a natural, proportionate silhouette. The exact visual result depends on chest width, existing tissue, and implant profile.
Is 150cc considered a "ballerina boobs" size?
Yes. 150cc sits at the smaller end of the range we typically use for the ballerina boobs or yoga boobs aesthetic, which favors subtle, athletic proportions over noticeable volume.
How does Motiva Preservé™ differ from traditional breast augmentation?
Traditional augmentation often involves cutting or separating internal muscle and connective tissue. Motiva Preservé™ is a tissue-sparing approach where a controlled technique gently elongates a pocket above the muscle, leaving natural blood supply, nerves, and supportive ligaments untouched.
Who is a good candidate for a 150cc Preserve Breast Augmentation®?
This case is typical of patients with good skin elasticity who want a subtle to moderate boost — often athletic women, or those who noticed volume loss with body composition changes and want a natural, proportionate result rather than a dramatic one.
Will a 150cc implant move naturally during exercise?
Yes. Because the Preserve technique keeps the breast's natural support structures intact, a Motiva Ergonomix® implant placed this way behaves like native tissue — shifting and flowing naturally rather than feeling fixed or rigid during activity.
See If a Subtle, Tissue-Preserving Augmentation Is Right for You
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Dr. Rocco Piazza II
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Piazza is a board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in Austin, TX. He specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery with a focus on natural results.