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Hi All, I am 31 years old 5"7 and about 145 lbs....

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Sharon9527February 23, 2013
WORTH IT$7,000

Hi All, I am 31 years old 5"7 and about 145 lbs. This Sept I decided that I really wanted to have a breast augmentation. I have no credit cards so I have been saving up cash over the last few months not buying anything just to reach my goals thinking of the big prize. I already meet with a surgeon and paid my down payment and I already got a week off from work from my boss. Now that I am getting within the last month in the waiting Period for my surgery I have been freaking out hoping I'm making the right choice I getting bad anxiety and just hope I am making the right decision I know it is a big risk and also a big reward but I just fear the worst my sister had a B.A and a few months later had to take them out so she went through 2 surgerys and spent about 10 k I have not told anyone in my famIly that I am doing this since what happen to my sister she is my step sister and I really don't have a great relationship with her I want to ask her what happen but I am afraid she wil tell my family . Also my surgeon told me to come off birth control so I would be starting my new pack tomorrow so it's all coming more and more a reality to me I am just torn on what to do I want it so bad but just scared of the worst please tell me is it worth it please help also do u think I should get health insurance before the procedure just in case of anything job Offers it but I have to pay a few hundred a month for it let me know if it's worth it thank you all

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Sharon9527
February 26, 2013
HI All, I am feeling better today and when i wrote that post i was letting my emotions get the best of me. I did a test with some sizers and i liked the way 470 cc looked not sure if thats too big for me as I see on here alot of women regret not going bigger im just on an emotional roller coaster one minute im ready for this the next i think im making a mistake i guess no pain no gain
Bri915
February 27, 2013
Hi Sharon! I'm the same age, height and weight as you and my surgery is on March 29th! I chose 325-350 cc's (I'm asymmetric). I'm afraid I am going to big. After reading your post I realized we all have mixed emotions about this type of surgery. I have been wanting for 5 years to get it done and now I'm just going to go through w it. I'm sure we are going to be happy and these feelings natural. I am wondering if I should choose 300-325 cc's. I want a natural full C....I guess I'll figure it it out! Good luck to you and I am sure you'll be fine, just be sure to take proper care of urself and extra precaution. Oh and read as much as possible so you are aware of any complication signs!
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Sharon9527
February 27, 2013
wow my surgery is on the same date March 29th as well i was originally going to go for 350cc as well then I did more research and did the rice test and think a 420 cc is much better 350 is not really that big do the rice test you can google it and try different sizers to give u an idea i cant believe are surgerys are on the same date!!
flawless101
February 27, 2013
Hi Sharon, I am 2 weeks post op 500cc silcone under the muscle. I am 5.1 135 lbs and they are fine. The size isnt overwhelming at all. You will be fine. Good luck
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Sharon9527
February 27, 2013
thank you that is great info for me are u happy with that size? do they feel heavy or anything? i think most are afraid to go bigger only later to regret it also what size bra are you now?
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BethH
February 27, 2013

Have you had a chance to try on sizers yet?  This might help give you a better visual of your outcome.  Keep us posted...we're here for you!

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Sharon9527
February 27, 2013
Hi Beth yes I have thank you!!! I am thinking im going for 420ccs but my boyfriend says 470cc is better but its my choice not his!!
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Sharon9527
February 27, 2013
thanks much that is reassuring to me hmmm if 500cc is not overwhelming then 470cc wont be im gonna go to VS and do some tests in the dressing room lol to see the sizing!! thanks
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BethH
February 27, 2013

Yes, you're right.  It's your choice!  :)

Bri915
March 3, 2013
Ha! Crazy! Well I made my decision, I'm going for 325 & 350, I am asymmetry so I need two different sizes. I am leaving it to my Dr. To decide what will levels out best bringing me to my goal and making my breasts the same size. I did the rice test and am content with my choice. Good luck! I'm excited as well yet nervous... Eik! We'll be fine... These feelings are natural. I have been eating right and exercising as much as possible to be in shape. It should help te healing process.
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Dr. Pousti Plastic Surgeon
February 27, 2013
Hi Sharon, Many patients who are scheduled to undergo breast augmentation surgery share your “mixed emotions” and experience some level of anxiety. Commonly expressed emotions include anxiety, fear, guilt ("vanity" concerns), concerns about returning to their loved ones etc. Assuming you have given your goals significant amount of thought, have chosen your plastic surgeon carefully and have communicated your goals carefully, odds are greatly in your favor that you will be pleased with your decision and the outcome of the surgery. Remember that, as plastic surgeons, we strive to make the entire experience as comfortable as possible for our patients; if you find that you are continuing to experience significant anxiety and/or have questions/concerns, ask to spend more time with your plastic surgeon preoperatively. Prior to surgery, I recommend patients use every relaxation technique (meditation, exercise, music…) that they know works for them to help alleviate anxiety prior to surgery; generally, I find that patients who are more “calm” prior to surgery tend to do better afterwards as well. Best wishes.
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Sharon9527
February 27, 2013
thank you Dr I agree lowering the anxiety is the best bet for me i will try to exercise and use other things to distract the mind i was going to ask my PS if i could go into the surgery room with a mask so i couldnt see any of the tools since they will scare me but i have been planning this since Sept so i think the reward for me is greater than the risk. Just out of curiosity how many ccs would you recommend for me? i am 5"7 broad shoulders 145 lbs now i am a 34A thank you for youre kind words and help i hope i can remain calm!!
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Tyedye
February 27, 2013
Omg you are an awesome doctor! Your before and afters are just phenominal! I don't know what else to say other than you ROCK!
RedheadNTexas
February 27, 2013
Hi, Sharon! I'm 5'8" 130. I got HP silicone under the muscle. I got 400 (righty) and 450 (lefty) I had major asymmetry! I am 3 weeks post op and so far, things are great! I had major anxiety for a few weeks leading up to it too. I think it's natural with an elective surgery. I'm sure everything will be just fine. Good luck!!
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Sharon9527
February 27, 2013
thank you yes i think it is i hope i can remain calm i cant even sleep at night that easy anymore lol one day excited next not sure but definetly doing it!!
flawless101
February 27, 2013
No they sont feel heavy at all and I had a lift as well so I have more going on incision wise. I was freaking out prior to surgery about being too big but I have hips so the dr. Advised that I will be in proportion with my hips and I agree. Besides I was always wearing those super stuffed bras from VS so to be honest I don't think anyone will notice the difference. I wear a 34 D or DD and I obviously have some dropping and fluffing to so over the next several months.
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Tyedye
February 27, 2013
It is def worth it! Im 8 days post op and have never felt better in my life! Im so much more confident and time goes by so fast it will be here before you know it! Good luck to you !!
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Sharon9527
February 27, 2013
thank you u are getting me excited now cant wait!!
UPDATED FROM Sharon9527
21 days pre

Just did my bloodwork and mammogram done yesterday...

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Sharon9527March 7, 2013
Just did my bloodwork and mammogram done yesterday hope im making the right choice!!

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GoBigTallGirl
March 8, 2013
Hi Sharon......good luck on your journey. There are good and bad stories in all aspects of life. You need to soul search and make the decision that will make you happy. I understand that you dont want to talk to yoru sister in law....there are alot of helpful lovely people on this site that will answer any questions you may have. I stumbled upon this site one week before my BA. It was refreshing to read the stories from others and know exactly what to expect. I am proud to say that I am 3 months post op and very happy with my results. My PS gave me exactly what I asked for. I took my meds, rested as much as I could .....probably longer than most just because I wanted my body to heal. Just browse this site.......ask questions and dont feel like anything you ask may be a silly question. We have been there week after week minute after minute holding each other's hands and giving support and pep talks when needed. Dont take my word for it. Just browse through and see for yourself. You can always inbox me or anyone if you want to ask something personal. Good luck and I lok forward to following you on your new journey!!!
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Sharon9527
March 8, 2013
Yes it was actually my sister but I am scared to ask her or say anything to her in fear she will tell my mother my own mother doesn't know cause she will do anything to talk me out of it it's a big secret and I live with my mother as well so after the surgery I'm staying at my friends house for a few days to recover then I will come home it's just alot in my mind and I have been saving up cash on my own for this since sept so it's alot for me I hope I can get through it I know the end result is worth it !! I have been waiting for months and months and now it's here Almost 3 weeks to go !!
UPDATED FROM Sharon9527
18 days pre

My blood work and mammogram came back okay so now...

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Sharon9527March 11, 2013
My blood work and mammogram came back okay so now last step is for me to make payment on Friday im so nervous im just scared for the worst i want to call my step sisiter and talk to her about whathappen but i fear she will tell on me

I came so close i cant turn back now its like going up to city hall and not going in.

I have fears for after the surgery cause i live withmy mom and i cant go home and i have to depend on a friend to help me out i dont like depending on others im so independent this is all becoming so real

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