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Five Weeks Post OP - New Pics (TT w/MR, BL/BA) - Battle Creek, MI

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I had my first experience with plastic surgery...

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TElise0206
WORTH IT$14,465

I had my first experience with plastic surgery when I was 23. I had already had one child and I had the biggest breasts. I hated them. I couldn't wear shirts, they were in the way, my back hurt...you know the spiel. I had a reduction. I was thrilled to have smaller breasts, but not so thrilled with the scarring. The surgeon that performed the reduction tried a procedure he hadn't done before (I was not aware he was going to try it) and he did not change my areola size nor do anything about the side fat (ya'll know what I'm talking about there!)

So while I have been happy to have smaller breasts, I wanted to fix them eventually.

I went through a divorce, remarriage and two more children. I gained a lot of weight. I recently decided enough was enough, I hated how big I had gotten and in April, decided to kick ass and lose the weight for good.

I decided that when I hit a certain weight, I would look into a tummy tuck (since three kids and a large weight loss didn't do me any favors) and a breast lift/revision and implant.

I found a doctor I really liked, and made the decision (yesterday!) to take the plunge! I am now nervous. I am not nervous about the surgery - surgery doesn't scare me. I think it's because I am doing something major for myself Kinda feel a little guilty.

Anyway, I am glad I found this site and look forward to all the stories, tips, tricks, and friends! :)

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Raghu G. Elluru, MD

Raghu G. Elluru, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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December 8, 2012
Welcome elisep36! We all go through the guilt of doing something for ourselves. You shouldn't feel guilty. You should be happy with your body. I see your scheduled for Jan 2nd. Keep me posted on your progress.
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December 9, 2012
Thanks! Yeah, I'm slowing losing the guilt. Lol. I'm getting really excited for this!
December 8, 2012
Hi your just a Day before me my surgery it's on the 3 of jan
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December 9, 2012
Oh awesome! I'll keep an eye on you! :) i bet you're getting excited huh?
February 2, 2015
Hi! I just wanted to say that you are looking great so far. I am considering Dr. elluru asked well. So how do you feel about him, now that the surgery is over?
UPDATED FROM TElise0206
24 days pre

Been googling arnica Montana....I am still a bit...

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TElise0206
Been googling arnica Montana....I am still a bit confused about it. Ugh. I swear there is far more information this time around than my first round with plastic surgery.

I am getting excited for my pre-op appt! Next week! Woohoo!

I know i need to add my before pics. I'll try and work on that.

I'm working hard to get as much weight off as possible before surgery too. I'm close to goal, but i want to be as close as possible.

Oh, and yeah...i was window shopping online for bathing suits last night. Omg I'm so excited...this will be the first two piece I've worn since i was 19 (i will be 36 in a few weeks!)

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UPDATED FROM TElise0206
24 days pre

Aha! Figured out I have to be on a pc to upload...

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TElise0206
Aha! Figured out I have to be on a pc to upload my pics. LOL.

So here....Before. :)

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December 9, 2012

Swimsuit shopping is going to be SO fun! Thanks for sharing with us here on RealSelf. Here's what some doctors say about arnica. Looking forward to following along on your journey!

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December 9, 2012
Thank you! I will sit down and read that tonight!
December 9, 2012
Yes am so exited can't wait . Am a little scared but I want this so bad . Am getting So desperate cause my dr told me to gain sone weight and I feel discusting nothing fits me am using my loose pants this days cause my regulars don't close on me
December 10, 2012
You are going to look amazing. Congratulations on your weight loss.
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December 10, 2012
Thank you. I hope so. :)
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December 10, 2012
Omg....i was so restless trying to already night...kept dreaming about surgery. But my boobs looked amazing in my dream. Rofl.
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December 10, 2012
Congrats on your weightloss and MM journey! I am a smaller medium generally and I bought med yoga pants at old navy without trying them on, they run big but were very comfy. I didnt swell much but they were good for hiding the drains etc. I still wear them now, but they are pretty dang big now. If you try some on and are tight, I would recommend not getting them. Be comfy. Best wishes!
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December 10, 2012
Thanks, that helps! :)