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32DDD or 32E to 32C? - Boston, MA

KaylaKay
posted 3 months ago

Not Sure
Cost: $1,000
Samuel J Lin (Boston, MA)

I have been considering breast reduction for...

15 Feb 2013
26 days pre

I have been considering breast reduction for several years now. I'm only 24, and the reason that I'm finally getting serious about it is because I'm employed full time and out of school (have my own insurance) and am so fed up with my breasts.

I went to a plastic surgery consult on January 7th-- my doctor was unsure if insurance would cover the procedure as my breasts are not as big as some other women and candidates for the surgery.

That said, I'm a 32E and depending on my weight (hovers around 140) and what time of the month it is-- my bra is often too small. That said, my breasts are also very saggy and unattractive.

My insurance agreed to pay for the procedure in full! I was very excited, but still nervous and waited until this week (mid-Feb) to book the surgery. I did it though! I am slated for March 14th.

The more I look at my breasts the more and more I become sure that I will be much happier.

That said, I am going to try and answer some questions along the way, that I had/currently have. My biggest hesitations are the pain--the post opp soreness and scarring freak me out. I will absolutely report back on it as things progress.

Right now, I am looking to 4/25 (its the sixth week mark after my surgery!) and just so excited for my results.

Great review?

My Doctor: Samuel J Lin

Referral from my Primary Care Physician-- you also can't really go wrong with doctors in Boston.

Comments (7)

MegaJ 24 Apr 2013

Any thoughts kaylakay? Hope all went well.

MegaJ 14 Mar 2013

Kaylakay let me know if you need any more help:)

MegaJ 3 Mar 2013

Hello, Dr. Samuel conducted my surgery and although not completely satisfied with the size, it might be too soon to tell. I had my surgery done in Decemer 2012 and the greatest is having smaller breast. I went from DDD to D.

natalierw 18 Feb 2013

Good for you !!!

Kimmers25 (Community Manager) 17 Feb 2013

Welcome to the community. Looking forward to hearing all about your surgery ad results.

I am very glad that I had my reduction. Made a world of difference in how I felt about myself. The pain and swelling are all temporary and last a very short time. Scars also fade and are hidden under the breasts. You will do just fine.

JoyD1984 16 Feb 2013

Congratulations on making the decision to have BR. You will be so happy you did. I had my BR done the very end of November and I am so happy with my results. The pain is not unbearable, the first few days you will be taking something similar to Vicodin, after that you will probably be fine taking extra strength Tylenol. My PS uses drains and also has you tape the incisions for 13 weeks. Not all PS use those same procedures, but I found it helped with the bruising, swelling and my scars are fading quickly. I also know we all heal differently. I read on here quite often about bromelain and arnica. I know there is bromelain in pineapple and it helps with swelling. Let me know if you have any other questions about the process or recovery. Oh yeah, forgot to mention pillows. It helps to sleep in a reclined position with a couple pillows behind you and one on each side. It keeps you from rolling on your side and just makes you a little more comfortable to sleep.

Top Heavy 16 Feb 2013

Congratulations on making the big decision KaylaKay, I'm sure you will be really happy with the outcome. I was a 30E/32DD and will probably be a 32B by the time all the swelling has gone down. The scars will fade overtime and the pain is not as bad as I anticipated. I think a few weeks of discomfort is far outweighed by the thought of small perky titties! You will be just fine! Keep us posted on your progress :)