Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

38 Mother of 2 * 2002 SubMuscular Saline Implant * From 32B to 32DDD * Implant removal, no lift, and no capsulectomy

UPDATED FROM the_natural_me
1 year post

2 years post-op

User Avatar
the_natural_me
WORTH IT$3,100
Well, I lost about 40-50lbs. I feel great and I'm still very happy about my decision and results. While I may not have the look everyone is looking for, it's my body and I own it. I'm not against plastic surgery, I just was tired of the big fake breasts. I would consider a fat transfer later, just to give them a more youthful plumpness. But, for now, I'm content with what I've got.

On another note, you can't hardly find the scars. In the photos, don't confuse with my bra marks.

I fit into a shallow 32-c (which totally shocks me)...

the_natural_me's provider

Juan A. Brou, MD

Juan A. Brou, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

the_natural_me

the_natural_me rating for Dr. Brou:

Overall rating
Doctor's bedside manner
Answered my questions
After care follow-up
Time spent with me
Phone or email responsiveness
Staff professionalism & courtesy
Payment process
Wait times

Replies (5)

User Avatar
September 15, 2016
Also, I forgot to mention that I eat a lot of gelatin and collagen hydrosolate, which helps with repairing body tissue. If you like my results... I don't know if that has anything to do with it.... Be careful eating just gelatin... it can constipate you.
September 28, 2016
Thanks for the tips on the gelatin. my explant is in 2 weeks. Will be getting some of the stuff on your list. You look awesome! Thanks for sharing so far past your explant.
September 16, 2016
You look amazing!!! So beautiful. Congrats.
User Avatar
October 25, 2016
Thank you, dear. <3
User Avatar
September 16, 2016
You look fantastic, congratulations on your results!
User Avatar
October 25, 2016
Thank you, dear. <3
September 26, 2016
You look amazing! seeing your results has given me hope!
User Avatar
October 25, 2016
Thank you, dear. <3
October 17, 2016
Your results are amazing! Thanks for sharing your story.
User Avatar
October 25, 2016
Thank you, dear. <3
UPDATED FROM the_natural_me
1 month post

1 month post op

User Avatar
the_natural_me
Well this update is a little late coming. I am still so happy that this was the best decision for me. I'll update again at six months. Thank you again for all you brave souls that have shared your stories.

Replies (4)

November 16, 2014
You can't even tell you've had implants, beautiful!!
User Avatar
November 17, 2014
Thank you so much. That is so kind of you!
User Avatar
November 16, 2014
You are looking quite lovely with your natural self! Your breast shape is beautiful and you have healed so quickly - I'm so very happy for you!
User Avatar
November 17, 2014
Thank you H&H. I haven't been able to get on here as much as I would have liked in the last 30 days. But I am really happy with the results. Thank you so much for your continued support.
November 16, 2014
Hey, I just read your story and wanted to say that I think you look wonderful and must be very happy with your results. I have my implant removal scheduled for next month and hope that my results will be as good as yours!
User Avatar
November 17, 2014
Thank you so much. I am really happy with the results. Good luck with your surgery!
User Avatar
November 19, 2014
You look amazing!!! You are healing beautifully and look so great and so natural! I'm so happy for you and this awesome decision you've made for yourself. Welcome back to the natural side! :) sending big hugs!!
User Avatar
November 24, 2014
Thanks Misspixie! I have been pleasantly surprised. I have lost about 15lbs in the last month and they are still shrinking.
UPDATED FROM the_natural_me
7 days post

7 Days Post Op

User Avatar
the_natural_me
I still feel great. I am surprised that my breasts seem a little bigger or fuller than they were a week ago. I wonder if this is fluffing or if there is fluid inside because I didn't have drains. I'm not concerned either way. They actually turned out to be bigger than I thought. I've been eating better and I'm looking forward to getting in the gym although the pounds are already starting to come off without strenuous exercise.

One of my incisions seems to be a little angrier than the other one and I think I remember feeling like I pulled something on the 1st or 2nd day. I am not concerned about this either because I am now mostly pain free aside from the occasional odd position pain.

So, here are my updated photos. Still the believe this is the best decision I could have done for my body.

Replies (4)

User Avatar
October 10, 2014
You look gorgeous!
User Avatar
October 10, 2014
Thanks Happy! I'm waiting for an update from you on your review as well! Hope things are well.
User Avatar
October 11, 2014
thank you everything is really well! I'm just waiting for the stitches to heal before I update. And the fluff fairy only took care of one boob. I'm sure she will come back for the other one (capsule cleaning). You're so sweet to ask thank you! ♡
October 11, 2014
What is this fluffing you gals are talking about? I am new here and have read that it seems to happen to some....I am looking into getting explant, not quite there yet! Me being 59 with 5 breastfed babies, I won't look anything as good as ya'll without a lift....and that is way expensive I am thinking...happy for you all to look so good and free of the fake!
User Avatar
October 11, 2014
Emerson I am right in between week 3 and 4 and my left breast has fluffed this week. After surgery and after the swelling goes down, there are dips and concave like areas in the breast. Everything is healing from the inside - out and takes time to settle. The tissues have been messed with and as healing takes place, a "fluffness" happens. Very frequently the breasts do not heal at the same pace especially if extra work was performed by the doctor. I hope this simple explanation makes sense. I'm 50 and had 3 babies and will update at my week 4. I am VERY pleased with my new look as I can see in the last day or two the stitches are healing very nicely. If you have time, check my profile out.
User Avatar
October 10, 2014
WOW! You look really good, your a lovely shape and you look SO much better than with implants! I'm So glad that your healing well and feeling good.
User Avatar
October 10, 2014
Thank you Blue, I can always count on you ladies to make me feel really good about myself.
October 10, 2014
You really look amazing! Did you end up having a capsulectomy or not? I couldn't find the end answer going through the posts...
User Avatar
October 10, 2014
No. I changed the title of my review to reflect that so people would not have read all of my posts to get the basics. I remember when I first got on here I didn't have time to read everyone review in its entirety so I ended up doing a CTRL+F for specific words like "capsule" and "capsulectomy" to get the info I wanted. Thank you so much for the compliment.
October 10, 2014
Ah, I see. I didn't go all the way back up to the title of the post... I just receive email updates and they take me to the most recent update. I went up from there, just not all the way. Thank you :)
User Avatar
October 10, 2014
I wish there was an easier way for the site to give you that info... like the facts about you or something. I think they cold do a better job at that part. I remember that I paid special attention or tried to find people the most like me so I could get an idea of my results or what results look like for people my age. Anyway..... you're welcome!
User Avatar
October 11, 2014
Just got my gelatine per your recommendation and starting tomorrow! I love your list of healing foods and supplements and as a big fruit and veg lover I'm feeling good about preop care already. Thank you!
User Avatar
October 13, 2014
You're welcome and I am so glad I could be helpful!