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I Hate my Implants! Montreal, QC

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I've been reading many explant stories on this...

bryanna71
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I've been reading many explant stories on this website. They have given me so much hope that I could look normal again without these ugly balls stucked on my chest. I'm 44 years old, and as long I remember, I never liked my breasts. As a teenager, I was a bit overweight and my breast became huge. At 23, I was a very saggy 36E, so I decided to get a reduction and lift. I asked for a B cup and got it. I've been happy wih my outcome for many years after...until I had my two daughters and breastfed them both, I had nothing left, I wasn't even filling out an A cup. So, in 2001, at age 31, I went back to the same PS who did my reduction and asked for small natural implants. Again, I got 275cc saline and I was very happy with the result. But then the problems began. I developped CC in my left breast only a month post op, and had 2 more surgeries to get it fixed in the following year. 

I also became very ill the first months post op, strange things were happening in my body and no doctors could find out what was going on....I had brain fog, chronic fatigue, pain everywhere in my body, swollen lymph nodes, low grade fever, chronic bladder infectionsdry and red eyes, throat problems, migraines....and many other weird symptoms.....I got to a point where I couldn't get up and take care of my 2 babies, thanks to my mom who have helped me so much during this period. This happened within the first year after I got my implants. After a while, it seems that my body has been able to fight the illness and over the next years, many symptoms dissappeared and I learned to live with the chronic fatigue, migraines and some other symptoms that I am still experiencing after all those years. 

I kept my first set of implants for 12 years and liked them until they started to bottom out. In 2013, I went to a new PS for a revision. He was very renowned and I had full confidence in his skills. He was going to put permanent internal stitches on the sides to prevent the implants to fall bak to the sides and he also suggested to replace my old implants with new ones, slightly bigger, to fill out the space in between my breast. He was going to choose the volume during the surgery....that's when the nightmare began again. I woke up with 450cc saline on my tiny frame, I am 5'3, 115 pounds, and these huge balloons made me look ridiculous. I kept them for only 5 months and got them exchanged for 275cc saline again, just like my first ones...but he filled them out to 300cc. At first I thought I would like them but I don't. I still feel too big and ridiculous with these hard balls on my chest. They are very high and feel hard as rocks. They feel like bullets stucked on my chest and I hate them. I have bad scars on each side because of the capsullorraphy (internal stitches to correct bottoming out). They will never look natural as my old implants did and I want them out. I will meet 2 different surgeons at the end of August. Until this week, I realise a small part of me was still considering replacing them with very small implants. But now my mind is made up and I am going to explant without replacement. I might be getting a lift if needed, but I am still undecided about it. I would prefer waiting a year and see how my body heals. Here are some pics.

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June 26, 2015
Hello! I like how your breasts look. Your nipples are symmetrically positioned. Body looks beautiful, but you feel uncomfortable, that's all that matters. Do what feels right for you.
June 27, 2015
Hi, thank you for your reply... I was so scared that nobody would read my review... thanks also for your comment, in fact my nipples are not so symetrical, the left one is higher, but I always wear nipple covers to hide them so it doesn't show through clothes, I am very self conscious about my breast, I have a small athletic build, and these huge things just don't belong...
June 27, 2015
I think they look nice too! don't look too big or unnatural ..But you need to do what makes you feel good. I had mine fixed because I hated the loss of volume and sag.
June 27, 2015
Hi! Thanks for your comment! I know I might be too self conscious because 300cc isńt a big implant, but they realky look fake and I hate the way they bulge out of my tops
June 27, 2015
You didn't see mine. I have a bouquet of defects: a double bubble when I raise arms, especially in the left breast, animation deformity when I flex my muscles slightly, the right breast didn't settle, and the implant sits a bit too high and the nipple is lower than my left one, and I'm in a chronic pain in the right breast. I'll post my story so with pictures. I'm devastated to be honest. I went to the one of the top rated surgeons in Vancouver, BC. I feel like I was butchered. My doctor said I should probably leave it the way it is, and that my pain is in my head. I'm not a complainer. My marriage is on the verge of breaking up because I am so depressed because of these deformities. I feel like I went and bought myself an illness, and know I have to learn how to live with it. I lost trust in the surgeon because he can't even admit that I have defects. How can he fix them then if he refuses to see them? Shopping for another surgeon is just the same game. I feel that I'm the only victim of that surgeon because the rest of his patients are thrilled with the result. I'm the only freak that has a horrible bad luck.
June 28, 2015
I am very sorry to read your story :( PS always hate to admit they have made a mistake, I had the same experience with my previous PS, who told me the pain in my left breast is in my head....but we know when something is wrong with our body...I would search for another PS advice if I was in your situation...
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June 28, 2015
Hi there! I am in Ottawa and feel the same way. I am so uncomfortable in my skin, I am a fairly athletic build and don't feel like myself at all. Thank you so much for posting your story, it helps so much knowing I am not alone. Please keep us updated!
June 29, 2015
Hi Lotusgirl, I am also very happy that I have found this website, where I can talk to other women who can understand how I feel and have gone through similar situations. Are you planning to get your implants removed or replaced?
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June 29, 2015
Hi lotusgirl - I read your profile post, did so,etching happen with your implants? I had thought by the post you had been pleased? I just had my of 9 yrs removed 2 weeks ago. Love them OUT! I feel like my pushbra is my new pal & love that I am free again
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June 29, 2015
Hi mici02 - nothing happened to them, and initially I was happy, but I think it was because I was recovering and not "active" and I wasn't wearing "normal clothes" - nothing fits, I cannot run without 2 bras/pain and my implants "squeaking" against my ribcage for the rest of the day, and I cannot find anything to wear that I do not feel totally matronly and 'fat' looking. Rationally to an 'outsider' I am told they don't look too big, but I am a 32DDD and its very hard to dress. They are so heavy too. Lots of reasons. I have been totally depressed since I recovered from the surgery and tried to get on with living my old life. So glad that you are feeling free and happy!!
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June 29, 2015
Hi Bryanna - I am getting them removed - I had thoughts of a very small implant, but my ps says the smallest he would go is 220 as he did not think it would add anything to the result. And I am just not happy having something foreign in my body - I did not realize it would bother me so much. I could barely do yoga today, I was so aware of the implants, and even more so when I run. Are you getting a replacement or just removal? Have you found good ps in Montreal? (I am in Ottawa).
June 30, 2015
I' ve also been considering replacing them with very small implants like 150 or 175cc but I would prefer remove them completely to avoid more surgeries in the future. It will be my 7th surgery to fix my breasts, and I think it is time to stop. I am planning to have them deflated a few weeks before removal, just to make sure they are not deformed, and to see if I need a lift.
June 30, 2015
I forgot to answer your question about the PS. I am not going with my original PS, I aleeady had a consultation with him a few weeks ago and he laughed at me when I asked him about removal :( I am meeting 2 new PS at the end of August, I hope that one of them will be the good one I'm looking for...
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June 30, 2015
Lotusgirlruns, I felt the same exact way and had them removed 6 weeks later. Was not myself at all.
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July 1, 2015
Thats a good idea - I have silicone, so no deflating for me, just removal. I am going back and forth on whether i want t lift or not, but honestly I think I will just wait. I just want to give my body a break and recover and move on with life. Good luck on your appointments and keep us posted. My ps has been great, he understands my issues and has been very caring and understanding throughout the whole thing.
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July 1, 2015
How do you feel now - any regrets Roseann2015? Of course, I have the odd moment when I feel sexy (in a bikini or something) and then I get scared about removing them, but then I remember the other 90% of the time when I feel matronly and they are in the way or painful.
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August 29, 2015
Hi Bryanna71, I am getting them removed, and not replaced - all natural for me after this. I am done with having these in my body.
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August 29, 2015
Hi Mici02! I was happy in the beginning, but it was mostly because I was not living my regular active life while I was healing so I didn't realize what a "burden" the implants were for running, working out, yoga etc. -- Also before they "dropped" they seemed smaller - I guess because they were closer in to my chest and I was also wearing a sports bra most of the time. I have been living in sports bras for 10 months, just to keep them compressed and less noticeable but I have had the worst neck and back pain from the heaviness and bra straps. I cannot wait to be free!!!
How are you feeling? I will have to go read your review. And thank you for the comments -- I will definitely be investing in some good push up bras!
August 29, 2015
Hi Lotusgirlruns, I think you are making the right choice! Good luck for your explant!
August 29, 2015
Unless that is the look you are going for I agree these look large on your tiny frame. A small C would be a perfect size to compliment your figure and fit your frame. If you like the large look then these look really good. As far as symetrical, even natural breasts are not symetrical no matter how perfect.
August 29, 2015
Hi lynetteg! Thanks for your comment. If I would be a small C, I would probably want to keep my implants but I can't stand to see these huge D's on my chest, they look so ackward! The PS I saw yesterday told me I will be a small B after explant. I think I can live with that as long as they are not deformed.
August 29, 2015

You need to look into Brave plus autologous fat grafting. You weat the brave device for a certain period of time to enlarge the breast and then they liposuction the body, take the fat and inject it into the breast. It's your natural fat, and less money then implants. I had a mastectomy 10 years again and am trying to get this procedure this year or next. You can look at before and after pictures at www.*********.com. I can't wait to get rid of my implants!

August 29, 2015
Sorry its Brava, not Brave. I can't type this morning.
August 29, 2015
Thanks for the info but I'm not interested in fat grafing.
August 29, 2015
Is this a joke
August 29, 2015
No this is not a joke!
UPDATED FROM bryanna71

Some things I forgot to mention

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I firgot to mention that I also have pain in my left breast. I saw my PS last month and he said it was not cc, he does?t think the pain is related to the implants. When I tried to talk to him about downsizing or removal he just laughed at me and said I would be left with empty bags of loose skin... So I'm not going back with this surgeon and will meet 2 others at the end of August. I just ca?t wait! If I could have them out today, I would! I went shopping testerday for a dress but ended up crying because every dress I tried on made me look ridiculous and top heavy. I want to thank all the ladies on Realself who have shared their explant stories, you are my inspiration and give me so much hope! I am so scared of the outcome...

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June 26, 2015
Welcome ! I can relate to a lot of what you're saying – and although I had didn't have as many surgeries as you, I do you had to did have the frustration. I can say that I'm very happy with my decision, please feel free to read my story and view my photos and videos. Stay in touch with us on how everything goes for you…
June 27, 2015
Hi mici02, Thank you for your reply. I have followed your story since a few weeks, and seen all your pics and videos! you have given me so much hope! You have a very beautiful outcome and you look gorgeous! I will definitely stay in touch and update my review on a regular basis... I just can't wait to meet the surgeons and move forward with my decision.
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June 27, 2015
Thanks bryanna71, I am excited for you and I second chicken hawks advice 100%, everyday my skin is a little tighter and firmer and the smaller bust just slims my whole profile. So excited to put on clothes again and see them hang properly! I don't plan on a lift. While I know that if I was measured, my numbers would suggest I may be close to needing one- but honestly, I'm okay. I hope you will find your peace too in the days ahead!
June 27, 2015
Thank you so much!
June 26, 2015
Consider explanting and a lift. I did just that this past Monday and I feel so much better and lighter. Go with a PS who doesn't question or make fun of your decision. Good luck and keep us posted!
June 27, 2015
Hi Elisilas, you're also one of the story I am following on Realself... I just went to see your latest pics, you look fabulous! I am not sure I have enough breast tissue for a lift though....but you definitely make me reconsider having the lift at the same time as my explant surgery...
June 27, 2015
Thank you for sharing your story! Sometimes I still consider having implants put back in ......but when I hear all these stories like yours and all the horrible things these implants can cause it brings me back to reality!!!!! Its definitely still a struggle for me, but I remind myself of how much better I feel and how much I wanted to cut out my implants myself if I could! So I think you are making a good decision! Its hard in this day and age we live in to not want to have perfect breasts but there are more important things and feeling comfortable and healthy are two of them! Good luck to you and we are here for you if you need support!!!!!! xoxo
June 27, 2015
Hi Remley27! your explant story is one of the first I have read here on Realself, I have followed your post from the beginning until your last surgery! I could almost feel all the ups and downs you went through... I can rely so much to your story... I hope you have found some peace of mind and finally got to accept your breast as they are. I think you look beautiful and maybe you are seeing your breast worse than they really are, and I would be more than happy to have a result like yours after my explant! :)
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June 27, 2015
If you have the patience (and the support of your significant other), I completely recommend waiting for six months or so before deciding on a lift. There's no down side, except for perhaps six months of not completely loving your results. There's another woman on this site, Chasingbeauty2009, who has experienced some significant "fluffing." Regardless, I really empathize with your situation; I felt the same. I wish you all the best!
June 27, 2015
Hi Chickenhawk! Thanks for your reply! I have also followed your explant story and read all your updates. You also have a very nice outcome and it is giving me hope I could end up looking like you do after explant. I am still on the fence about the lift. I know my skin has the ability to retract because it did happen when I downsized from 450 to 300cc. Looking back now, I wish I had just explanted instead of downsizing :(
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June 27, 2015
Your ten years younger than me, so I'm guessing that your skin and tissues will do really well in healing up. I think we all wished we'd ex-planted a lot earlier. Dang it. But, today I went for my first actual run (it's been a month) and I felt so good. My chest, back, and shoulders were straighter I think. You're going to love being free of those suckers.
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June 27, 2015
I had all your symptoms and more. The worst was upper back pain and migraines, but also arthritis, shooting pain, horrendous rash. I had an explant with no lift yesterday and while I miss my full bosom, I DO NOT miss being sick. I'm one-day post-surgery with drains in my armpits and smaller breasts but I am NOT in pain and I am not sick...headaches and backaches are gone. Smaller breasts are a small price to pay for my health. I wish you all the very, very best in your journey.
June 27, 2015
Thank you very much Serenity402! I think for me the worst symptom is the migraines, I started to have them shortly after I got my first implants, and I still have them 2 or 3 times a month...I get very sick for 3-4 days and I have to take very strong pain meds to control them. If only this symptom goes away after my explant, it will be worth it!
UPDATED FROM bryanna71

Feeling so sad today :(

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Today I'm not feeling good... We are going camping and I've been trying on my bathing suits and none of them fits right :( I look top heavy and ridiculous in all of them. It seems that these things have grown since last year... I am so sad thay I have spent so much money for nothing and also for all I have done to my poor breasts. Ca?t stop crying this morning....

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July 3, 2015
Black halter style is (was) my choice to cover my previous 34DDD 's. I feel your frustration- I lived it. Hang in there - maybe you're a step closer to just getting them out. XO
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July 3, 2015
I agree w/ mici02, the halter style is a good choice for camouflage. You'll get them out eventually, but I hope you can enjoy your camping trip without worrying over your breasts. I ruined many a day by fixating on mine, so I empathize completely.
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July 3, 2015
I totally feel ur pain and experienced it! Such a horrible feeling. I cried for almost 6 weeks till I got them out. Please try and remain positive & before u know it they will be out. Have a few drinks to relax urself. We are all here to help you get through this.