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In love~ Saline, under muscle, inframammary incision, 270CC filled to 290cc/310cc

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Spent: $5,500 in Palo Alto, CA

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Updated 15 Dec 2011

Posted 20 Nov 2011

Hi gals,

So I've been wanting bigger fuller boobs ever since college, but only started to search on the internet for PS recently. I have only had one consultation but really liked meeting the doctor. She is relatively young comparing to most other men doctors in the area, but I like her because she operates with another female doctor together. They are both Stanford graduates and that adds a lot of weight to her experience in my opinion.

At first I was'nt sure to get saline or silicone implants, but more and more I read and look at before and after pictures, I think I'm more leaning towards getting saline now. That's what the doctor recommended me as well. I received a saline implants quote of $5300, and will have another "official" appointment soon. Will update after the next appointment, *fingers crossed*.



Updated on 28 Nov 2011:
Had my "official" appointment today and scheduled to have surgery on this Friday Dec 2nd. Finally decided on saline, 300cc on left and 320cc on right. I'm so excited and at the same time scared... I'm prone on getting dark scratch looking scars, hopefully the one inch incision wont look too obvious! *fingers crossed*

Updated on 1 Dec 2011:
Surgery is tomorrow 9:30am! Wish for the best!

Updated on 3 Dec 2011:
Hi girls,

I had my surgery yesterday morning, 270cc filled up to 297cc and 307cc. I have to say, it was pretty painful afterwards, from the tight wrapping and muscle tightness. But after taking percocet (painkiller) and valium (muscle relaxer), i feel much better.

I just came home from post-op (taking off that choking tight wrapping.) I love the results, it's high and numb right now but I'm confident they will drop and relax more within the new few weeks. I don't feel pain now, just hard to raise my arms straight up. I will post more updates and pictures later. Thank you all for your support, especially Tori, I hope you had great results and not much pain!

Updated on 4 Dec 2011:
So today is post op day 3, I feel better and better. The hardest part is really get out of bed, i have a really high bed and it's so hard for me to use my weak stomach muscle and arm muscle to push myself up. So I slowly maneuver and move off the bed, otherwise I ask my to help lift my shoulders and that helps a lot.

The boobs feel tight and I started massaging the top parts, gently and about 3 mins on each side.. Have no problem doing laundry, walking and even went to the mall to exchange something today. Tomorrow is Monday, I will go back to work (office job), just hope the painkillers don't make me drowsy tomorrow.

I like the size and shape, exactly how I wanted, not too big and natural looking. Tried on a 34c bra from H&M today, it wasn't big enough. I will wait for things to be fully healed then go on bra shopping, I think I will fit into 32D later on.

For those of you that are in the process of consultation or just thinking about it and doing some research, I strongly suggest don't overdo it, it should be an enhancement to your body and not a dramatic change. The bigger you get, the more complications and more risk of being uneven or further failures. Just do lots and lots of research and talk to your close family or friends on your thoughts and concerns before making any decision. And only do this for yourself, not for anyone else, it's your body, cherish it and love it!

Updated on 7 Dec 2011:
Today is post operation day 5 for me (not including the surgery day), I've been working since Monday, my doctor called me super woman! Finished taking all the antibiotics, have a few more oxycodone and valium pills left. I absolutly love my new boobs, tried on my fav dresses and shirts without bras, and love my new look!! It just adds curves to my body and my bf is in love with my boobs too! Very happy!

The pec muscles are still sitting up high but I could feel them drop and soften little by little, hopefully by Christmas time they will be fully relaxed! If you guys know any good methods on how to speedy heal and drop faster, pls let me know!

Updated on 15 Dec 2011:
It's Post Operation day 13, I feel great! Only time I feel sore or slight discomfort is in the morning. Went to Nordstrom and Victoria Secret for bra fitting and shopping, I'm a 32DD or 32DDD depending on the bras. So happy with the results, the pec muscles and implants are dropping and feeling softer day by day. Been applying kelocote scar gel on the incisions twice a day, the incisions are well hidden so I'm not worried even if they don't turn back to skin color. I will post pictures in few days. I'm one happy girl, 5500 well spent!

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I had my surgery on Dec 2nd, 2011 at Duet Plastic Surgery Center in Palo Alco, CA. Dr. Angeline Lim and Dr. Jennifer Weintraub are miracle makers, they work and perform surgery together. Both of them are super sweet, caring and make sure to give the best and natural results for me. Always answer my questions and concerns right away and I just really enjoyed the whole process with both Doctors and the office staff. Highly Highly Highly recommended!

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Angiemcc (Community Manager) 26 Nov 2011

Thank you for starting your story here on RealSelf. What an exciting journey you're in for! Please do keep us posted.

Tori123 30 Nov 2011
We are scheduled for surgery on the same day! I'm getting so nervous. I still haven't decided on a size can't choose between high 300 or low 400s. Good luck!
Tori123 1 Dec 2011
Good luck! My surgery is at 10:15am mountain time so if your in California I think I will be going in just 15 min before you.
leeah 2 Dec 2011
what is wrong your as is boobs...i wish mine looked like that!!1
Mila1986 2 Dec 2011
how did ur surgery go? :) hope your recovering well!
Mila1986 3 Dec 2011
you photos look amazing! congratz!!!! :D
kiwimelon 3 Dec 2011
Hi Mila, thank you! I'm doing okay, very hard to get out of bed, need help or slowly move off the bed. When are you getting yours?
Mila1986 3 Dec 2011
I'm getting mine on Tuesday! already anxious!! :/ trying to calm myself, but i think i'm over doing it that i'm driving myself nuts! lol!

I hope you have a fast relaxing recovery! :)
kiwimelon 4 Dec 2011
Hi Mila, don't be nervous, you will have great results! what did the doctor say on sizing?
Tori123 3 Dec 2011
Wow you look amazing, I am so jealous! Glad everything went good for you. 50000+ people where I live lost power including my doctor so my surgery was rescheduled for Monday :(
kiwimelon 3 Dec 2011
Aww, sorry to hear that Tori! Stupid wind! You will get great results too, dont worry! make sure you stay relaxed and not stressed before surgery, this will make recovery easier too.
Tori123 3 Dec 2011
Thanks for the advice, I'm annoyed I have to go through all the nervousness again. Keep me posted on your recovery!
tanner1621 3 Dec 2011
What incision did you get?! They look amazing!
kiwimelon 3 Dec 2011
Hi Tanner, I got inframammary incision (under the boobs). You could sorta see from pic 4.
SeattleNatalie 3 Dec 2011
Your results look awesome already! :) I curious what bra size you were before and what you think you are now? I hope you have a speedy recovery. Keep us updated!
kiwimelon 4 Dec 2011
Hi Natalie, thank you! Before surgery, I would always wear push up padded bras, mostly 32c from victoria secret, forever 21, CK, etc. Today I went to H&M to exchange something, tried on a 34C non padded very simple bra, it was not big enough to cover everything. I couldnt find a 32D to try on, I think after both boobs fully heal and drop, I should be a 32D. Cant wait to go bra shopping! Thank you and feel free to ask any question!
ploya 4 Dec 2011
You look amazing! Congratulations! I am glad everything went well.
kiwimelon 4 Dec 2011
Thank you Ploya! Wish you the best too!
Angiemcc (Community Manager) 5 Dec 2011

You look beautiful. And thank you for your wise words.

kiwimelon 5 Dec 2011
Thanks Angie! realself is really a great website, for people to share experience and comments. Thank you! I have a question, how long do you think it will take for my boobs to drop and heal? I'm traveling to asia for christmas, do you think I'll be much better by then? Thx!
Angiemcc (Community Manager) 5 Dec 2011

I would ask your surgeon about that one. Here's what some doctors have to say about flying after surgery. Keep us posted. Asia sounds amazing!

Tori123 6 Dec 2011
Well I had my surgery yesterday at 9am and all I can say is OUCH! I was expecting pain but not that much. I was hoping to get high 300cc to at the most 425cc but ended up with 490cc yikes! The doctor said my body was just eating the implants. He said he started with a 400 and had to keep adding more. On surgery day I was 118lbs 5'8 and a 32a/v34aa. I was hoping to end up to be a 32/34 very small D. I'm hoping since I was so flat chested before I will still end up that size or a bit smaller. Praying I don't end up wit DD. Oh I also got silicone unders. The doctor said that was my best choice because I had so little breast tissue to hide the saline implant. Anyway I can't wait to read another update from you, good luck!
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kiwimelon 6 Dec 2011
Hi Tori, I'm glad you finally got to have the surgery! You are very petite and tall, so I think 490cc will look great on you. I read somewhere that every 210cc equals to roughly one cup size, so you will prob be two full cup sizes bigger after healing. I'm guessing you will prob be a 32cc/d or 34c? (Hot!!)

I wanted to choose silicone but was scared of having longer scars, because I'm asian and get dark scars that takes years to go away. Since I was a small 32c/34b before implants, I have enough fat/muscle to cover my saline implants and they don't feel hard on me.

The pain on the first day was really excruciating huh, yea I feel your pain! Keep on takings the meds every 4-5 hours and you'll feel better day by day. Dont eat salty stuff at all, water retention will hinder healing. I've been just eating milk and cereal, pan grilled chicken breast, apples for the past four days.

Take it easy, try not to raise your arms, sleep as much as you can, take good care of yourself girl!
Tori123 6 Dec 2011
Thanks again! I'm glad I have someone to talk to that's going through the same thing I am. Thanks again for the advice I wouldn't have thought not to eat salty things. So far I am only able to eat plain rice chex and applesauce. I'm jealous you were able to get saline. I don't like all the risks associated with silicone but I try not to think about it too much because it just worries me. You had amazing boobs to begin with I didn't think yours could get any better but they really do look great with the implant in. I didn't have good boobs to begin with after nursing 2 babies I went from a 36E to a 32a or 34aa depending on the bra. I was lucky they didn't sag but I had extra skin that had to be removed so now I have a lot of scarring. Oh well I think it was worth the trade off. Now I'm just crossing ny fingers no capsular contracture, bottoming out, or infection happens also that they drop into a good position. Too many things that can go wrong.
kiwimelon 6 Dec 2011
You are welcome Tori! Doesn't matter we got saline or silicone, as long as the results are good right? Don't worry about any side effects or things go wrong, all you need to focus on now is healing, recovering and love the new goodies! :D

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