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After 19 years of having saline implants I've...
B4everJuly 4, 2013
WORTH IT$100
After 19 years of having saline implants I've decided I'm just not happy with them... I don't I really ever was.
I was a tender 19 years old and everyone seemed to have these beautiful boobs... so I rushed into it. No one with the exception of my husband and doctor know i have implants... obviously ive never learnt to love them enough to share with my family / friends that i was so shallow at one point :( on a positive note i had an amazing PS and would have gone back to him for removal if he wasn't retired now ;). I honestly think they look fine, especially after so many years.
A few of the reasons I want removal is being able to do ALL yoga poses without discomfort, hugging people without wanting to pullback in fear they would feel them, sleeping on my tummy... I also feel I just might get more energy after removal... I know I will love myself more :)
My first consult is on August 1st... I'm hoping for an August explant date ;)
I was a tender 19 years old and everyone seemed to have these beautiful boobs... so I rushed into it. No one with the exception of my husband and doctor know i have implants... obviously ive never learnt to love them enough to share with my family / friends that i was so shallow at one point :( on a positive note i had an amazing PS and would have gone back to him for removal if he wasn't retired now ;). I honestly think they look fine, especially after so many years.
A few of the reasons I want removal is being able to do ALL yoga poses without discomfort, hugging people without wanting to pullback in fear they would feel them, sleeping on my tummy... I also feel I just might get more energy after removal... I know I will love myself more :)
My first consult is on August 1st... I'm hoping for an August explant date ;)
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UPDATED FROM B4ever
1 month pre
consultation date change....
B4everJuly 9, 2013
I'm so happy right now, received a call to see if I wanted to come in for my consultation on July 17 instead of Aug 1st... woohoo... it's like fast-forwarding 2 weeks :P
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July 9, 2013
woohoo...gotta love that! Funny how once we make up our minds, it can't get done fast enough! Good luck Manitoba, hugs from Ontario....
July 10, 2013
Thank you for sharing your story! I feel the same way! I'm 10 days away and so excited to get rid of them but scared to death that they will look horrible! Keep us posted! :)
July 10, 2013
Hhprnails ... congrats on your upcoming removal :) I'm sure they will look beautiful after a few days of recovery ;) and just think of how great they will feel!!
UPDATED FROM B4ever
1 month pre
Explant date booked :)
B4everJuly 17, 2013
August 22 is the big day! woohoo... today's consult was awesome... PS was straight forward with all information and explanations. Tells me my breasts will only look sad (lol) for a few weeks... he does not believe I will need drains and he will either remove full capsul are partial..... AND because I don't want them replaced it is fully covered by Medicare :D the only costs I've had to pay was $100 for the consult. At the end of the consult he said: I think you will be very happy with your decision. yeahhhh...
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July 18, 2013
That is awesome! Only $100? How is Medicare covering that? Please let me know, everywhere I have been say between $9,000 -10,000! Good luck, it seems like there is great support on here!
July 18, 2013
IwishIknew, where are you located? I'm in Canada and since my dr referred me to this PS it is covered by our healthcare system (including hospital stay and anesthesia )
July 18, 2013
I was expecting to pay around $2000 to $3000 for the procedure and was really very surprised... the PS did mention I should have exchanged them long ago.
July 18, 2013
That is soo great!! You will be sooo happy! Mine is tommorrow and I'm sooo nervous!!
July 18, 2013
I'm getting nervous already but so excited I bought a one piece bathing suit with hubby today... hope it fits :).
sending happy thoughts your way.. I wish I was going in tomorrow :) keep us updated. blessings
July 18, 2013
Too funny! I bought a bathing suit today too! Hope it fits in 6 weeks! Good luck!
July 18, 2013
Hi I'm thinking about having mine removed, I've had them sence nov 2005. I have a lot pain in my back when breath deep I've had my lungs checked out so I think it's the implant..I called my insurance and they said they won't cover it
July 22, 2013
awww... I'm sad for you that the insurance won't cover your removal :( I wish you much luck.
July 20, 2013
Which PS did you have your consult with. I am also in MB, had one consult with the PS that implanted me and also looking to go to another consult with a different PS. I too am covered on Manitoba health cause I have rupture after having them only 2 1/2 yrs. just want them to be removed. Not sure yet if I will need an uplift at same time, but then it will start costing.
July 22, 2013
Dr Robert Turner, I've seen his work... his bedside manner could use a little help but then I'm not there for him to give me anything but honesty ;) my orig doctor retired (dr Reid waters, he was amazing) I also had a meeting with Dr Singer...he was ok as well but like I said I saw Dr Turners work and he was very honest and did not in anyway or form suggest to reimplant or lift... :) AND he does the surgery in Victoria hospital
July 21, 2013
I'm excited for you! Thanks for sharing your story and I'll keep checking for updates. Do you recall what size your implants are? Over or under the muscle? I'm seriously thinking of having mine removed this year. I am 100% implant with no natural breast tissue so I'm really nervous!
July 21, 2013
MBGirl, I understand your nervousness! I am scheduled for explantation on July 30. I had zero breast tissue prior to implants. I have had mine for 7 years (original implants ruptured in 2007 so got replacements and now regret I did!). I will eep you posted on results!
July 21, 2013
thanks! please please do! i've had implants for 21 years - 4 sets! 325,550,700,500 - basically new ones every 5 years. good luck with with the surgery and i wish you a quick recovery!
July 21, 2013
Hlp1015, I have almost no breast tissue, had explant last Tuesday, have drains taken out tomorrow, and will post pictures then. I am thin and had saline about 300 cc's under the muscle for 10 years. I'm 48 and had two kids. I know seeing women who had similar stat's very helpful to me...
July 22, 2013
I am also nervous ;) I have 300cc saline (I believe under the muscle but not positive) I will for sure be posting my experience with images.... for me I know I will have a little tissue left but even if I don't I'm totally ok with it ;)
July 23, 2013
MBGirl, I'm having my implants out this year also. I've had mine for 23 yrs. 3 sets. I hate them. I will post my story once I decide on a doctor. Right now I'm looking at Dr. Melmed in Dallas and Dr. Khouri in Miami.
July 24, 2013
I'm flexible on where I can go for removal and it just so happens that i LOVE both those cities! I'll check those guys out. I plan to post my story as well! :)
July 25, 2013
Actually, I just pulled up Dr. Khouri on the web and I actually did check him out already! What I don't like is that he pushes the fat transfer and all his photos are explant followed immediately by transfer. Pfft. I want someone who will explant me as if they are an archaeologist unearthing a priceless and delicate treasure. ;) Because they ARE and the treasure is my long lost BOOBIES!
July 25, 2013
I think you would love Dr. Melmed. He doesn't have a website and I couldn't find much info on him on the web so I went to Dallas last Monday and talked to him. If I don't choose Khouri after my consult then I will definitely use Melmed. He is an angel. There are some before and after pics on this site from others who have been to him.
July 27, 2013
Doc told me the test to see if they are under or over is this: press your palms together infront of your chest as if you are praying. raise your elbow out to the side so they are the same level as your hands. press your hands together as hard as you can. if your boobs move you have them under. if there is little movement they are over.
August 2, 2013
Day 2 post explant and I feel great! I have drains for 1 week. From what I can see so far my girls look pretty darn good after having implants for 15+ years! You will do great!
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I'm excited for you! Thanks for starting your story on RealSelf.
You might want to check out Green Temple's post about her experience.
Keep us posted!