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Don't look back! - Federal Way, WA
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9 years ago I was a 31 year old single mother of...
WORTH IT$2,000
9 years ago I was a 31 year old single mother of two when I decided to get breast implants. It seemed to me like I had always wanted bigger boobs and for the 30 months (total) that I nursed my babies, my boobs were a full 34C and I loved them. After I stopped nursing and lost the pregnancy weight (130lbs at 5'9"), I was both small and saggy and decided to get the implants that I always a thought I wanted. I got 360cc round smooth saline implants under the muscle with the incision under the armpit. My results actually looked very good and I ended up being a 34DD, which was a little bigger than I wanted. The problem was that my breasts practically levitated and they never felt real. The implants could be very easily felt through the skin and I had noticeable rippling on the sides. Worst of all, they were uncomfortable and I could feel the plastic whenever I moved. I kept my implants for so long because I didn't hate them right away and my new husband liked them and had never seen me without. Financially, I couldn't afford to remove them and my doctors always warned me that the results of removal without replacement would not be ideal.
This year I found a couple of lumps in my breasts and the implants made it difficult to assess the true nature of the cysts. After numerous exams and multiple mammograms and sonograms, I was told that my cysts were normal but that we would need to keep monitoring them. I knew when I got my implants that they wouldn't last forever and it just seemed like it was time to say good-bye to the plastic Barbie boobs that made me bounce off of everyone I hugged.
I did a great deal of research and decided to go with a reputable local PS. I asked for the most simple removal possible and was able to have both implants removed intact without a capsulectomy under local anesthesia. The procedure took less than two hours and I actually slept through the whole thing without general anesthesia (which was good).
That was two days ago and I am having doubts every day but I know it will take time for my breasts to bounce back. I will try to post pictures soon. Thank you to everyone who posts for giving me the courage to face this.
This year I found a couple of lumps in my breasts and the implants made it difficult to assess the true nature of the cysts. After numerous exams and multiple mammograms and sonograms, I was told that my cysts were normal but that we would need to keep monitoring them. I knew when I got my implants that they wouldn't last forever and it just seemed like it was time to say good-bye to the plastic Barbie boobs that made me bounce off of everyone I hugged.
I did a great deal of research and decided to go with a reputable local PS. I asked for the most simple removal possible and was able to have both implants removed intact without a capsulectomy under local anesthesia. The procedure took less than two hours and I actually slept through the whole thing without general anesthesia (which was good).
That was two days ago and I am having doubts every day but I know it will take time for my breasts to bounce back. I will try to post pictures soon. Thank you to everyone who posts for giving me the courage to face this.
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December 1, 2014
You look amazing as your natural self. I am 4 weeks post explant and every day gets better and better. I love my natural breasts. I am 60 years old and had my implants in much longer. They have felt so unnatural for me and I was ashamed of having them in. It took my health to a lowest low that finally forced me into the decision of having them removed. I am so happy! I read your story during the week before surgery and it gave me encouragement. Thank you for sharing!
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August 3, 2013
You look amazing only 3 days out! You made a great choice for your health! We are all here for you. Free, comfy, real and fun!
August 3, 2013
Your looking great for three days post! And so much healing still to occur in the days and months to come. Are you using anything like Bio Oil to moisturize? Are you wearing compression and/or sports bras?
August 3, 2013
The doctor didn't recommend anything. I was thinking about using Egyptian Magic cream but definitely open to suggestions. The PS is pushing something called bioCorneum for the scars but he wanted me to wait till I got the stitches out.
August 3, 2013
Well, all surgeons have slightly different approaches, but they usually have you wear sports bras of some type for compression, especially in the early days, and up to 2,4, even 6 weeks. Moisturizer of a natural kind, like bio oil (walmart has it for about $10), almond oil, coconut oil, even extra virgin olive oil is alright. Or, something like shea butter, cocoa butter and vitamin e oil can be used just to moisturize the breast area, not on incisions until they are well healed. Massage on the scars when they are ready with a little of any of these products are all effective at moisturizing and fklattening of scar tissue. My incision lines are not ropey and pretty flat already, so I am starting with what I just described. If I do purchase anything it will be Mederma which can be found at walmart also. I find plastic surgeons 'push' as you say, towards expensive creams, strips, etc. that have very little clinical evidence to support additional healing beyond what the basics do. I am definitely not using any of that stuff for $80. Also contents in a lot of anti aging face creams that you may have already can be used on your breast tissue. If you look into the ingredients of the Egyptian Magic Cream, the first ingredient is olive oil.
August 5, 2013
My PS also recommended bio corneum. I bought it, very expensive. I used the whole bottle. Now I'm using a combo I make at home. 1/2 coconut oil and 1/2 Cetaphil lotion. Works much better than the bio corneum did, and I don't feel bad for rubbing it on the incisions, on my breasts, a little on my shaved legs, etc.
August 5, 2013
Thanks for the recommendation. I love hearing what kinds of natural lotions and creams have been working for everyone.
August 6, 2013
Hey Mommy2, i wondered if you and i were on JBI several years back? I thought i recognized your handle ~ *name* ~ anyways..doing some research on this topic..never have felt comfortable with these *things* in me either..
August 4, 2013
Wow for only 3 days post you look amazing, they will look better and better each day..even 10 days post mine have fluffed up. I too was worried the first days they looked flat as a pancake...doesn't it feel good to be implant free?
August 4, 2013
Eva- it feels very good to have those hard balls of saline-filled plastic out of my body. My breasts may be small but at least they are real.
August 4, 2013
You'll be happy to have the implants in the trash where they belong. If you have capsules which I'm sure you do, it's best to get them out as the scar tissue can cause problems as well. So, I don't know if you'll want a local. I would get a few opinions first. The surgeon is key. :). Let us know how your doing. Blessings, TTBirdie
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