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Implants removed and fat transfer - United Kingdom, GB
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Hi everyone , I have been so inspired by this...
MelonsdcupNovember 4, 2012
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Hi everyone , I have been so inspired by this site, I'm seriously thinking of having my 250cc implants taken out and not replaced, I was a very small A cup before and I,m 45 years old so quite worried what they will look like, they are over the muscle and don't think they spring back in to shape as well as the under muscle ones do, please tell me yor thoughts
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Replies (10)
November 23, 2012
Hi Mandy i also have 250 cc but mine are under the muscle. Ive had them for 6 long years. They are pip so they have to come out before they rupture. Im 47 so were close in age. My surgery will be on dec the 10th. Yours will follow... Will keep accompanying in our journey! This site has been extremely helpful im so thankful and feel encouraged!!!
December 17, 2012
Went well. Not a candidate for fat transfer myself according to ps. Started wearing padded bras today. Good luck to you!
November 6, 2014
They are lovely Makes me think I should have fat transfers. You look great. Please keep sharing. God Bless..
November 1, 2015
Your story and pictures are very helpful. I also am considering explanation and fat transfer. How are you doing now? Do you have any problems with cysts? Have you retained the fat from the transfer? Your pictures are inspiring. I hope you are still happy.
January 2, 2017
Hi these look fab can I ask where you got them done and how much please? I'm looking to have mine out due to a number of reasons don't want implants back in
UPDATED FROM Melonsdcup
1 month pre
Having them out in 3 weeks and fat transfer to...
MelonsdcupDecember 17, 2012
Having them out in 3 weeks and fat transfer to both breast
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December 17, 2012
Good luck to you! I'll follow your story as I am very curious about fat transfer! I might go there too.
December 18, 2012
Hi Mandy23550.. Are you having the fat transfer at the same time as the implants are being removed or are you having implants removed and waiting and haveing the fat transfer later? I also am having fat transfer done after the first of the year. I had my implants out on July 6th, my ps said to let my breasts heal for 6 months and then we will do the fat transfer.
December 21, 2012
Hi, I am having them done at the same time, although I am having cold feet after reading some horror story's on here about breast going lumpy and bumpy, when r u having yours, do u know anyone that's had it done, I don't know whether to just have them out and be done with it, what do yours look like after removal
December 22, 2012
Hi, I will get ahold of my ps sometime in January 2013. I am doing the Brava system of fat transfer. My ps told me that you can't put fat into the same pocket that the implants come out of (mine were under the muscle). So the pocket had to heal before it could be done. It will take about 2 weeks to get the Brava system in and then we will get started. I am really looking forward to it. I'm sure if you would just have yours out your results would be much better than mine since I had asymmetrical breasts before I implants put in, and naturally I still have asymmetrical breasts. Other than the size difference in my breasts they look pretty good. I never did get around to posting pics (i took them with implants in and then after) Once I start the brava system I plan on posting pics with implants, without , and with brava, and after the fat transfer is done. Go to www.miamibreastcenter.com and look at the pics of fat transfer after using the Brava. They look pretty good. If you don't mind me asking how much is you ps charging you for the removal and the transfer? Did he give you a idea of how much fat would be reabsorbed by your body. Check out the site I gave you and will and that might help you make up your mind. You may have a better chance of more fat surviving since your implants are over the muscle. (did they have to create a pocket for over the muscle implant to )
December 23, 2012
Hi beagle baby, r u in the USA , because I don't think they use brava system in uk, I don't really know what it is, I don't think they had to make a pocket to put imlants in when they r over muscle, he told me that only around 50% of fat he injects will survive and that I may not even gain a cup size but it will certainly plump up what I already have, so if I do get a little extra it's a bonus, I check out that site, and I think I need to stop reading all the bad things people put on here, the price he has quoted me is 3700 pounds, not sure how much that is in dollars, it's 2900 just to get implants removed without fat transfer so I thought I may as well pay the extra 800 and try and plump them up a bit, I have moved my date to 23rd jan to give me a bit more time to think about it,but they r definitely coming out whatever, I would love to your pics when u put them on
January 2, 2013
Hi, are you in the uk? I did not think fat transfer was legal here yet? Or have I been misinformed? if so where are you having it done? my operation is on the 7th and I am having serious reservations!! Typical really!
January 2, 2013
Hi Mandy23550 . . Yes, I am in the USA. Brava system is a special bra that works on suction to increase the size of your breasts so the fat can be injected into them. They say with Brava you can have 80 to 100% retention of fat. You need to take all the bad reviews you read with a grain of salt (so to speak). There are risks with everything you do anymore. All we can do is hope for the best possiable results. It will be 6 months of January 6th since I had my implants out, so 3 more days and my healing time is over. I will be getting in contact with my ps to get started with the process. I'll be doing a review and posting my journey and results.
January 5, 2013
Hi, yes I am in uk and yes it's legal here , I,v had a few consultations but decided to go with dr mahboob Ali in halesowen , Birmingham , have u heard anything about him
January 2, 2013
Hi, mine are saline and over the muscle 2. my op is booked for the 7th of jan. You have a lot more breast tissue than I did!! I'm dreading my result and keep talking myself out of it. They don't even seem that painful anymore-talk about playing tricks with myself.ha.Good luck x
January 3, 2013
Hi Mandy, I too am in Birmingham and 15 weeks PO. Who is you surgeon? I bet you're getting excited now - from personal experience, having these out is the best thing I've done! Wishing you all the best for your op an see you on the other/better side, Lou :)
January 5, 2013
Hi Lou, u look fab, your surgeon is a genius and you still have boobs after implants removed, I am going with dr mahboob Ali in halesowen , have u heard anything about him, who and where were yours done
January 5, 2013
Thanks Mandy, your surgeon has the right name :) I haven't heard of him but many PS's seem to work at the same hospitals and know each other. My surgeon is Mrs C Kat. I'll be thinking of you and very interested to hear about your fat transfer too. Make sure you rest afterwards x
UPDATED FROM Melonsdcup
16 days pre
Well I am getting very nervous about my decision...
MelonsdcupJanuary 7, 2013
Well I am getting very nervous about my decision but its going to happen soon ,can't wait to get rid of these cold rocks of breasts
Thanks for starting your story on RealSelf! I'm glad the site has inspired you and I hope we can offer you lots of great information and support throughout this journey. How long have you had your implants?
You might want to check out this great post by GreenTemple about her explant experience.