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In Proportion - Finally! - New Zealand

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Two and a bit years on...

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NZgirlsSeptember 6, 2014
WORTH IT$10,000
Excuse the grainy picture quality. I tried loading these a few months back and they wouldn't upload.
So glad I did this. No regrets whatsoever!

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Charles Davis

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I found him on the internet. During my consultation he was sensitive and compassionate and non-judgemental.

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jodyNZ
September 6, 2014
Hi NZgirls, I had my surgery four days ago in Remuera, Auckland where I live. Doing pretty well but have only looked 'down there' twice. I went from a 12F/14E to I think a large C/small D. I had the surgery to help alleviate neck and shoulder pain as, although not massive, mine were tissue-dense and very heavy. Nice to see a local experience on this site. Not too sure how I feel about it all yet. I am not at all interested in looking at them. Seems like someone else's body. Did you feel a sort of disconnect for a little while after surgery? It all seems a bit surreal to me right now.
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Chocoholic1
September 6, 2014
Who was your surgeon jody? I also live in auckland am concerned I am paying too much, if u don't mind me asking how much did u pay? Guess u were at the surgical centre on marks road! Hope u have a speedy recovery and looking forward to hearing your progress, will be in your shoes next month and am doubting myself already as to whether I made the right decision as worried I will look pregnant once breast size gone down as I have quite large build!!
jodyNZ
September 6, 2014
Hi Chocoholic1, My primary surgeon is Mrs Belinda Scott at Breast Associates (and a colleague surgeon, Ruth... surname not sure assisted). My anaesthetist was Dr Fiona Russell. Yes, I was at AK Surgical Centre. I went private and the total cost will be around $16,000 (and I have taken a week's unpaid leave from work as I have only been there 4 months). My insurer is contributing $6,000. So around $10k (not including the lost income). I am also of a large build. I'm 5' 10" with broad shoulders and a belly! So I understand how you feel. I am happy to chat on the phone if you need to. Just let me know.
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Chocoholic1
September 6, 2014
Sounds good to hear a local experience, im booked for gillies hospital on 23/08/14 at a slightly higher price of $16500 but guess prices between surgeons and increased rate of inflation is the main reason for a price increase!
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Chocoholic1
September 6, 2014
Sorry dates wrong on previous post, I mean 23/10/14 !!!!!
GeauxGirl
September 7, 2014
great result!
Augustine1
September 8, 2014
Great to hear another kiwi's story and your results are awesome! I had my bilateral reduction 8 days ago in Hamilton...not sure what the average time it takes but mine took 7 hours...apparently very dense breasts. Wanted to go to a c/d cup (was a G)...rested in hospital for 4 days post op doing nothing and then came home and have found I have been able to sleep on my side since day 5 - thinking/hoping my body will tell me if I am overdoing it as I have a 3 and 4 year old boys to look after too. Stopped taking pain medication on day 6 and I looked in the mirror this morning and it almost looks like the left side has grown hence making me look all lopsided and it is bigger than I want it to be...not sure if this is normal or not or heaven forbid I have done too much as have been doing basic house stuff and groceries etc since day 5 and resting when I get tired or sore?!
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Just popping up some photos... breasts are feeling...

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NZgirlsJuly 18, 2012
Just popping up some photos... breasts are feeling really good, but there's still a ton of bruising.

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Iowa71
July 19, 2012

Pictures look great!
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NZgirls
July 19, 2012
Thanks - do you think the bruising is excessive? Did you have much?
Iowa71
July 19, 2012

You do have quite a bit of bruising, but I don't neccesarily think it is excessive. I'm not one to bruise very much and I had quite a bit too, and for some odd reason I had this on big spot of it on the top of one of my breasts. There is a lot of trauma to the tissues and this is just part of the healing process. Did you have lipo at all? I know that lipo is very aggressive and that causes a lot of trauma to the surrounding tissue, so that could be some of it too. You should start noticing it all changing to a very interesting display of colors over the next couple of weeks. But then you will start to get back to normal and then those little girls will be soooo pretty!
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NZgirls
July 19, 2012
No lipo thankfully, imagine the bruising otherwise :). Thanks for your support. I love being able to check in with those who have been there already.
LCbaby
July 21, 2012
Hey NZ,

Did you regain feeling in your right nipple? I cannot feel mine, and am hoping this is temporary.

LC
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NZgirls
July 21, 2012
Hi LC, no feeling yet. It's weird though, because it is touch sensitive. It stands to attention when touched. I'm hoping it's just bruising affecting the sensation.. time will tell for us both. Good luck. :-)
rockinrob
April 20, 2013
You look fantastic, what size were you pre op? Do you recommend your doctor?
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NZgirls
June 13, 2013
Hi Rockinrob, totally missed that post. Glad you messaged me. I've posted photos which I just snapped in terrible light, but you'll get the idea.
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Day 13 Today I went back to work. Wasn't a big...

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NZgirlsJuly 15, 2012
Day 13
Today I went back to work. Wasn't a big deal really. I even managed to write on the whiteboard - just not too high.
We (daughter and I) saw the PS this arvo and had our tape changed again. He was happy with it, and he explained how the puckering would sort itself out as the swelling subsided and gravity does its thing. He was surprised at the amount of bruising I have. We're going back to see him in a fortnight.
Having said that, I am tired now, and so I'm off to bed early. Oh, and one bonus - last night I mostly slept on my side - yahoo!

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Iowa71
July 17, 2012

Glad that you are doing so well!
Gloriana1982
July 17, 2012
Thanks for sharing your story! So happy to hear you are doing well! Wishing you continued happy healing to you and your daughter!
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NZgirls
July 17, 2012
Thanks ladies :-)
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