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My journey is just beginning. I have made the decision to have my breast implants removed after having them for 18years. I know it is going to be a difficult adjustment but I believe I am ready. I am having problems with the left breast and do not want to have to go through this again. That is one of the main reasons for not replacing. I can't say I regret having them done because I have enjoyed having fuller larger breasts. I guess since I have gotten older and more mature, I am realizing that there are more important things in life than the size of our breasts. I am ready to be back to my natural self even if that means small and saggy : 0.....
I know that with the support of my wonderful husband I will get through it but would love to speak to other woman who are going through this or have been through this journey as well. I am scheduled for surgery on January 18th.
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December 21, 2011
brownies123, are yours behind or infront of the muscle? mine were behind and i had mine explanted 12/19...they are a little saggy for my age, but i think they look fine..plus i feel like i lost 10lb and im standing with better posture already! Youll be fine, its well worth it in the end!
December 31, 2011
Hi babylonsister, sorry i just saw your post. Mine are behind the muscle. How long did you have your implants and what size were you? I hope you dont mind sharing. My surgery iscoming up and i'm getting excited but also nervous about the final outcome. I have an amazing husband who is reassuring me everday so it helps but its still scary. Are you happy with your results and how was the recovery for you?
December 31, 2011
I went from an A to a C cup with the implants (all behind the muscle)...after the surgery, i am a solid B. Literally, not one person that doesnt know has had any idea of the surgery. You cannot tell and i think its mainly because they were behind the muscle..my breast size didnt change that much, just the way that sat on my chest. Like i said, they are a bit saggy, but when i put a bra on, they look awesome! and i feel great, i look like i lost 10lbs. its the best thing to do, you will be happy once the surgery is over!
i had them for 11 years but im thrilled that its over. i feel like myself again! the recovery time was a few days. i took the whole week off, had the surgery monday morning and was driving on thursday with dr. permission. once the pain of the pocket scraping goes away, youll be fine. i didnt have to take painkillers after the day of surgery. youll just have to keep them bandaged for a while. the recovery time was so much quicker/easier than i thought!
i had them for 11 years but im thrilled that its over. i feel like myself again! the recovery time was a few days. i took the whole week off, had the surgery monday morning and was driving on thursday with dr. permission. once the pain of the pocket scraping goes away, youll be fine. i didnt have to take painkillers after the day of surgery. youll just have to keep them bandaged for a while. the recovery time was so much quicker/easier than i thought!
December 31, 2011
Your post is so encouraging. I am really on a full B small C. Im hoping since they are not very big that will help. I havent put on any weight since I had them put in but have had two children since then. Oh well, i am just praying for no complications and to be happy with my saggy A boobs. Happy new year to you.
December 31, 2011
i'm contemplating this myself...have saline not above muscle. I've had them for 12 years. My surgeon did a lift which i truly believe he ripped me off! But now after 12 years and 15 lbs I feel very top heavy!!! I'm having a tt on the 16th and am going to discuss my options.
December 31, 2011
Hi hummelstown, mine are also under the muscle. I have read that you might get better results if they are under the muscle. I'm hoping this will be true. Going in on Jan 18 and getting a little nervous now but so ready for this. I am tired of having pain and feeling self conscious when wearing certain clothes that show any cleavage as the left one seems higher. Its kind of ironic that I got breast implants to feel more confident and now I am more uncomfortable having them. Good luck with your consultation. Keep me posted. I think we all need support going through this.
December 31, 2011
mine are above muscle...and yes I understand exactly what you mean. I have become so self conscious too! I feel like mine just make me look large.
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1 day pre
So tomorrow is the big day. I cant believe its...
So tomorrow is the big day. I cant believe its finally here. Im excited and nervous. I just want to have them out and be done with it. I hope it goes smoothly and isnt too painful. I will repost after the surgery in a couole of days when i am felling better (hopefully)
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Day of treatment
So today was the day. My implants are gone and I...
So today was the day. My implants are gone and I am thrilled. The pain is a little bit uncomffortable but nothing some percocet cant control. I am so happy I made this decision and I hope my story can help other women who are contemplating their implant removal. They may be small but they are soft and natural and I couldnt be happier.
Thank you for starting your story with us here on RealSelf! You just have a little more than a month to go. It sounds like you're very grounded and centered about this whole thing.
Please keep us posted on how you're feeling as your day gets closer!