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Fat Grafting Breast Augmentation W/ Brava - Arlington Heights, IL
UPDATED FROM PurpleLake87
4 years post
5 year update
PurpleLake87April 23, 2017
WORTH IT$11,000
Hi Everyone! Its been awhile since I updated this review. In my last 2014 update, I had undergone a muscle repair and fat necrosis removal. My muscle was about 80% fixed, I still have some flexion deformity when I move a certain way. I had some fat necrosis removed, and this made my upper pole less full. Overall I am still very happy with my decision. I retained alot of volume. My only regret is ever getting breast implants in the first place. My breasts will get larger or smaller depending if I gain or lose weight. I may get a breast lift someday in the future when I am done having kids.
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UPDATED FROM PurpleLake87
1 year post
Update 11/27/2014
PurpleLake87November 27, 2014
Its been awhile since I've updated this review. A lot has happened since then some good some bad, but for the most part I am still happy I had this procedure. About a year after I had my grafting, I unfortunately had some fat necrosis on my right breast about the size of a small egg. I ended up getting some of the necrosis removed. However, there are 2-3 small spots that feel like small pebbles under the skin. You can't really see them, but if you feel carefully, you can find them. They don't bother me, but someday I might get them removed. MY breasts still look good and I don't regret having this procedure at all. The only thing I regret is ever getting breast implants in the first place because it damaged my pectoral muscles. This procedure saved the look of my breasts. I wear a 36 C/D bra. Hope this helps!
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November 28, 2014
I'm reading your notes because I really want mines done. I had a breast reduction but I think My surgeon went to small and I don't want implants so I hope this procedure is better... Thank goodness you are okay and congratulations on your new breast.
November 28, 2014
Thank you for sharing your story. It helps believe me. The fat necrosis sounds scary! How did they remove it and did you scar from that as well? Glad you are still happy with your breasts!
December 6, 2014
Love reading your story !
I have explored fat transfer a long time. I ended up having implants and fat together.
what i have read that most don't actually use brava in implant replacement ? So much confusing information......
December 26, 2014
hi thanks for sharing your story! I would love to hear more about the necrosis removal procedure. I have been researching fat grafting and haven't heard much about that, like what is the pain like and how was it removed and what was that recovery like? Sorry for the 20 questions. Your story and pics are so helpful. I see you maintained a 36 c/d that is awesome!!! congrats!
January 3, 2015
Did the same surgeon who did the fat transfer do the removal of the necrosis? I am having an explant next month and considering fat transfer but this fat necrosis thing sounds ominous.
UPDATED FROM PurpleLake87
3 months post
Hi everyone! I am almost 3 months out, and at...
PurpleLake87March 14, 2013
Hi everyone!
I am almost 3 months out, and at this point the doctor says what I have now is my final size. My breast size has gone down slightly, but they are still very big! I am wearing a 36 C/D depending on the bra. I have no lumps or unevenness. My lipo areas look great, although 2 of my incisions sites have been slower to heal. I bough this cream called Biafine, which is working wonders to heal the incisions wounds. I will post pics later today!
I am almost 3 months out, and at this point the doctor says what I have now is my final size. My breast size has gone down slightly, but they are still very big! I am wearing a 36 C/D depending on the bra. I have no lumps or unevenness. My lipo areas look great, although 2 of my incisions sites have been slower to heal. I bough this cream called Biafine, which is working wonders to heal the incisions wounds. I will post pics later today!
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March 15, 2013
If you don't mind what complications did you have with your implants? I'm supposed to get implants soon but having second thoughts and would need to cancel so I can hopefully get my money back. I already had a breast reduction years ago and thought about fat grafting but not sure. But your results look absolutely amazing.
March 15, 2013
hey pinkice,
I had rippling that was visible with my implants in the cleavage area, so I was always very self conscious about this. also, i hated the way they felt, it just didnt feel like a natural breast and i could never get over that. it made me very self conscious. i highly recommend this procedure! the results are natural and you never have to worry about rippling, capsular contracture, or rupture.
March 15, 2013
Hi, I'm so pleased you're happy with your outcome! I'd love to see how things are going at 6 months. I was told at 3 months that my results were final but that certainly wasn't case. I'm sure things are different for you. Your dr seems very good.
March 16, 2013
Yes, I posted a review on my experience. My dr did not recommend Brava, and I was grafted on the same day as my explant surgery to remove implants. I chose my dr because he has done more of these procedures than anyone else in So Cal and he trained under Dr. Malan of AZ, who supposedly has had good results with this procedure. The dr I chose is a great marketer, but a poor dr in my opinion. I think this is a great procedure in the right hands, but if not done by someone who is qualified your results won't hold up long. I'm keeping an eye on this review and if all goes well I think I may use Dr Placik. This outcome is excellent!
March 15, 2013
Babe I'm so happy for you I had 5 week breast augmentation I still filing some pain and my tuck me tuck is. Ok
March 17, 2013
Purple Lake, Do you have any little incision marks up near your collar bone (upper chest area)? The girl I met who had this done had tiny little needle/incision scars up in that area (kinda wear your strap of the bra would be). I forgot to ask her why but I am guessing that is how the doctor reached the upper pole of the breast? Does this make any sense?
March 18, 2013
I was mistaken. They were needle marks near the armpit where it was feathered into the sides of the breast. Do you remember anything like that which faded over time? Thanks!
April 5, 2013
How are you now Purple Lake? Any changes? How long did you wear Brava after surgery? Did all Brava marks heal up?
April 10, 2013
Hi amelia, I haven't had any changes since my last post, I am still the same size, and I don;t forsee any changes. I didn't wear brava after my surgery only before
April 10, 2013
Thanks Purple Lake,
Glad u r well & no other changes. So, you only did Brava for 2 weeks pre-surgery? Do you think that was b/c your breasts were already a good size?
April 10, 2013
Did you cycle w/the black bulb?
My surgery is tomorrow morning!
I am sooo nauseous!
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