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Fat Grafting Breast Augmentation W/ Brava - Arlington Heights, IL

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I had silicone implants for a year but had to have...

PurpleLake87December 1, 2012
WORTH IT$11,000

I had silicone implants for a year but had to have them removed due to complications. I was left a deflated 34B with some asymmetry. I had been thinking about natural breast augmentation for awhile and I'm hoping to fill out my breasts a little more and to go up one or two cup sizes.

I am very excited and a little nervous to have this procedure done! I wanted to share my story with everyone who is thinking about someday having this procedure done themselves. I have been wearing the Brava system for 3 days now. I have to wear it at night because they are WAY to big to be work under clothing in the day (think Madonna cones) I have been wearing the domes for about 10 hours each night. For those of you who don't know what Brava is, it is like a suctioning bra consisting of two domes that create pressure to help your breast tissue expand and develop blood flow to this area. This is important to make room for the grafted fat and to help in survive.

Its been pretty uncomfortable to sleep in, especially if you sleep on your side or stomach like I do. However, I am getting used to it, and I like the way my breasts look after I take it off in the morning!

I will be traveling to IL for my surgery, and I will keep all of you posted as I get closer to my surgery date at the end of December. I will post before pictures soon. Feel free to ask me any questions!

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Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (11)

K_at_RealSelf
December 2, 2012

Hi there, welcome and thanks so much for sharing your journey with us. Good luck with your upcoming procedure, it will be here before you know it!

Please do keep us updated with your progress.

ANewImprovedMe
December 2, 2012
Hi PurpleLake! Good luck on your surgery! I've been researching this procedure for about 4 months now. I haven't actually scheduled my surgery yet because I haven't found a doctor that I trust to do it (a doctor that is within 500 miles anyway so I'm preparing to have to travel for it) I'm sold on the procedure itself but have come to the conclusion that it's all about the doctor who performs it that will make all the difference. I'll be following your progress. Thank you for your post! Good thoughts are coming your way! PS - I do have a question - does BRAVA make your breasts or nipples tender? I've also read that it can expand your nipple so it looks like you have larger nipples (a reason a doctor gave for his professional opinion for not recommending BRAVA). Are you experiencing any of this? I've read Dr. Khouri's entire website and I'm totally sold on using BRAVA. Dr. Khouri also just published a book about natural breast augmentation - you can buy it off his website - but it's a little pricey. I just ordered it yesterday and I'm so excited to get it!! Good luck!!
PurpleLake87
December 2, 2012
Hello ANewImprovedMe! Thanks for your message. I think its possible that your nipples can expand with Brava, but its too soon to tell (I have only used it for 4 days). But this can also happen with breast implants too if your skin is being stretched. I guess it depends on many things, but I haven't seen significant changes in my nipples. It hasn't made my nipples tender, but rather the areas where the domes seal to the skin (especially right by the armpit area, can be slightly tender in the mornings. I think it will get easier as time goes on. I'll post pictures soon!
ANewImprovedMe
December 4, 2012
I'm hoping I'll be wearing the "Madonna bra" sometime early next year, even if it does mean bigger nipples or whatever. :) The end of December will be here before you know it. Good luck!!! Keep us posted! :)
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MIZZCHUNKZ22
November 4, 2014
love your results
Khaleesi3000
May 30, 2015
I cannot get the itching to stop at night. I need help because I can't sleep!
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atelux17
June 4, 2015
Moisturizer afterwards?
Khaleesi3000
June 11, 2015
Yes, I have tried a lot of thing
Jdayala05
August 12, 2015
I'm confused. Did you have implants of fat transfer?
Jdayala05
August 12, 2015
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UPDATED FROM PurpleLake87
17 days pre

So I've been using the brava system for almost two...

PurpleLake87December 10, 2012
So I've been using the brava system for almost two weeks. I really hate wearing this thing! It's itchy and uncomfortable. I developed a rash and some blisters in my cleavage area, and boy was it painful. I tried calling a brava coach but nobody called me back, so I used a bandaid to cover the open sores while wearing the domes. This was the only way to help the wound heal. The redness is slowly going away. Also, I am noticing it is getting harder to get a seal because the domes are losing stickiness. This worries me but hopefully they will last for at least 4 or 5 more weeks. Otherwise , I am noticing a slightly more fuller look to my breasts. I can't wait till the 27th.

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Kkma
October 31, 2016
What did you do about the domes being harder to seal? Mine are leaking air and I can't get good suction ... Operation in two days :/
UPDATED FROM PurpleLake87
16 days pre

I read the informed consent today which lead me to...

PurpleLake87December 11, 2012
I read the informed consent today which lead me to having a minor panic attack! I got really scared when I started reading about lumps, cysts, and calcifications. The last thing I want is a pebble like feeling to my breasts. Luckily, the nurse Sherry called me and calmed me down. I feel a lot better! Note to self- Stop Googling!!

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ANewImprovedMe
December 11, 2012
Wow, PurpleLake! I just looked at Dr. Placik's before/after fat transfer pics - you're going to look AMAZING!! So excited for you!
PurpleLake87
December 11, 2012
Thanks! I wish the day would hurry up and get here. The BRAVA bra is driving me crazy!
HappyGrrl
December 19, 2012
I concur with, ANewImprovedMe :) his pics look fantastic! I am curious to know how much of the fat takes long-term i.e. years post surgery. Best wishes and please keep us posted :)
BeagleBaby1
December 19, 2012
Can't wait to see your results. I will be starting Brava after the first of the year. I am really looking forward to it , Madona cones and all. Did you have to have any mri's or other testing before you started Brava?
PurpleLake87
December 21, 2012
Are you doing the fat grafting after brava? I didn't need to get any MRIs I think that those are more for patients that have had breast cancer. Good luck with brava! It's not fun, so glad to be almost done with it!
BeagleBaby1
December 22, 2012
Yes, I am doing the fat grafting after brava. I read about the lumps also but I thought if you massage in the shower each day maybe that would help. I going to ask my ps about it and see what he says. Good luck on the 27th. Can't wait to see your results.
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