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No Problems, I Just Want Them Out - San Antonio, TX

  • posted 3 months ago
  • updated 1 month ago

I got implants in 2007 after years of feeling...

I got implants in 2007 after years of feeling inadequate because of small boobs. I was a 34C (not that small really). So I got implants and went up to a 34DD, a couple years later they got even bigger now up to a 34DDD or even 34G. Bras are hard to find and of course very expensive in those sizes.

I have 500cc saline under the muscle.

I've been going back and forth as to whether to totally get them out or replace with smaller ones. I have decided to totally take them out for the following reasons:

*Can't enjoy getting a massage because laying on my stomach (rather, boobs) is very uncomfortable

*Sports bras don't fit well, they don't come down far enough; swim suits: same problem

*Some yoga poses are awkward and difficult with big boobs

*I am a cyclist; cycling jerseys don't fit busty women very well

*I'm 'all chest' to where I feel like it makes me look fat

I'm glad I did it, but it's time for them to go. My only concern is whether or not my skin will 'snap back' (I'm 45 years old). Another concern is that now my belly fat will be more obvious without the boobs being the focal point. Of course with the implants gone it will be easier to do core exercises like planks :)

I had my pre op yesterday and I'm kind of annoyed....

I had my pre op yesterday and I'm kind of annoyed. The information I got at the consultation differs. My doctor said I should be able to return to normal activity 'almost immediately', the nurse at the pre op said about a month. I told her what he said and she told me, 'oh you can do lower body after about 2 weeks'. Then, I find as I'm almost out the door that I'll have drains. That would have been nice to know earlier, like when I made my time off request from work.

I just feel like nobody knows what they're talking about when it comes to the explant procedure. It's a bit late to change doctors at this point, I've paid in full and got the time off work which was not easy.

Should i call and speak to the office manager to let her know or just suck it up? I really don't want to make waves and end up with a late afternoon surgery...

I hope some day the explant procedure is more 'common' so we won't have to feel like second class citizens.

I'm just a couple days away and I'm excited and...

I'm just a couple days away and I'm excited and nervous. I'm opting for local anesthesia with IV sedation so I'm a bit nervous about that; but not as nervous as going under general.

I don't think anyone has mentioned this but will I have to sleep on my back for a while? I remember having to when I got implanted (so they would not fall off to the sides).

I've posted a couple more photos; some with clothes so people can see the difference between before and after. I'll put on the same clothes once I'm healed to show the difference.

Tomorrow is the big day. I'm so excited and...

Tomorrow is the big day. I'm so excited and nervous! Thank you all for your kind words and well wishes. I'll see you on the other side!

I'm done! I'm in between naps. I'm feeling almost...

I'm done! I'm in between naps. I'm feeling almost no pain. I took some extra strength tylenol when I got home, no vicodin. I will post more tomorrow. Oh, and the best part. ... I didn't have to get drains!!!

They are out!!! I'm so happy; I feel so much...

They are out!!! I'm so happy; I feel so much lighter. I have virtually no pain! I will post more as the healing progresses. Anyone who is on the fence about getting this done, I highly recommend it :)

My PS made a small incision in the crease, then punctured the implant so he could pull it out through the one inch incision :)
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Jo2012 18 Apr 2013
You look great and only two weeks out. :)
nomoreplastic 8 Apr 2013
You look perfect. Congratulations Now its time to get that message :)
Just Want To Be Me 5 Apr 2013
Wow...you look great...no pain..awesome. Rest well and congrats on being free from implants :-)
SR1207 5 Apr 2013
Thank you! I am so glad they are out of my body.
NervousGirlie 5 Apr 2013
Perfect boobs! Still a lot of fullness- who needs implants? :-)
SR1207 5 Apr 2013
Thank you! I am so curious to see what size I end up being. I agree, who needs implants?!
IttyBittiesAgain 5 Apr 2013
wow!! you look seriously amazing!! wooohooo you must be ecstatic!
SR1207 5 Apr 2013
Thank you! I'm very happy, I can't wait until I'm totally healed.
gliese163c 5 Apr 2013
Those are some gorgeous bewbies!!!! Seriously, they're so full and just awesome!
SR1207 5 Apr 2013
Awww! You're sweet, thank you!
Explanting Texan 5 Apr 2013
Yea! Glad to hear its over and you're feeling so good already. You look great!!
SR1207 5 Apr 2013
Thank you undecided Texan, I highly recommend Dr Greene if you're still looking.
Explanting Texan 6 Apr 2013
I'm almost certain I'll be going with Dr. Melted up here in Dallas. I was debating between Dallas and San Antonio (where I have family). Unfortunately, if you read the update I posted yesterday on my review, you'll see I have some other health issues that just came up. :-(
Explanting Texan 6 Apr 2013
Oops, Melmed.
Back To Just Me 5 Apr 2013
Congratulations on "getting back to being yourself"! I'm scheduled for the 25th and can't wait. Rest and treat yourself very well; you deserve it!
SR1207 5 Apr 2013
The 25th will be here before you know it ! See you on the other side :)
Mary6151 4 Apr 2013
God Bless you, take good care of yourself. I will pray for your speedy recovery. Mary6151
dhans120161 4 Apr 2013
That is great news. Congratulations! I go for my consult tomorrow for removal. Can't wait to have "me" back again!
Mary6151 4 Apr 2013
May I ask how long have you had your implants and how do they feel. I am 7 weeks post op and feel better but my breasts feel odd. I have been excercising with 5 lbs weights and walking on the treadmill,squats, stretches, etc. and my left breast feels a little sore. Let me know how your cosult goes. God Bless You. Mary6151
dhans120161 4 Apr 2013
I have had 3 replacements of saline and then this set is my fourth which I reluctantly chose silicone. I started with my first surgery in 2002. Honestly, I was ready to be done after the first deflation. I think the decision to have implants was motivated by my "husband" rather than myself. I got sold on the idea but honestly, I really never liked them. Now, I just finished my bachelor's degree and am an elementary school teacher. Time for me to just be me.
Explanting Texan 11 Apr 2013
How did your consultation with the PS go, dhans?
LongTallTexan 4 Apr 2013
Congratulations! Take it easy and be good to yourself! Hopefully, I'm just a month or so behind you!
NervousGirlie 4 Apr 2013
Congratulations and welcome to the smaller side! Happy healing! :-)
Just Want To Be Me 4 Apr 2013
Congrats...get lots of rest and post when you are up to it. So happy for you :-)
Explanting Texan 4 Apr 2013
Yea!! Get lots of rest--congrats!

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