Breast Implant Removal: Stories
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- ExplantReady
- posted 1 year ago
- updated 1 year ago
- Worth It
- Cost: $3,800
- Dr Marc Lussier (Santa Monica, CA)
Following a relationship breakup in 2001, I...
- 3 May 2012
Following a relationship breakup in 2001, I decided that implants would give me the confidence that I lacked. The surgery was performed by a doctor in Australia. I had small perky B cups. I told the surgeon I wanted to be a small C cup (or just a C). The surgeon advised that I probably wouldn’t be happy with a small C and would probably have to spend more money and come back for more surgery. He suggested a full C. I went with my surgeon’s advice and had saline tear drop implants inserted above the muscle via incisions below the breast. I can't remember the size recommended by the surgeon. When I came out of surgery I thought OMG! They are huge. When I had my first follow up and said they were huge, the surgeon told me they would settle that I was still swollen from the surgery. Eleven years later I am still waiting for them to settle I am a DD.
I enjoy exercising and just feel these breasts are not me. I don't like how I look in clothes and feel like I am always trying to cover up. I have had no problems with the implants, however have had some slight rippling in the left breast that is not visible, but I can feel it. They make me look bigger than what I really am and I find myself longing for my small B Cups. I have had a consultation with a surgeon in Marina Del Ray, total cost including his fee, Operating Room and Anesthesia is $7,500! Wow that’s almost how much I paid to have the breast implants in the first place. I am now looking for another surgeon in the LA area and hopefully have found one in Valencia after reading someone’s blog on this site. If anyone has any recommendations I would be grateful! I am a little worried about how my breasts will look after the surgery. I breastfed my daughter with the implants 7 years ago, so I am worried what they will look without the implants. The Dr I saw in Marina Del Ray said I would probably be a full A, small B. But at least I will be my natural self. I can’t wait to find a surgeon and have them out – the sooner the better! I have found this site so helpful, and don’t think I would have the confidence to go ahead without reading everyone’s journey.
Had another appointment with a surgeon in Valencia...
- 3 May 2012
Wow - things have moved pretty quickly. I am...
- 4 May 2012
Well surgery went well, I went in at 11am and was...
- 10 May 2012
I have been following doctors orders and taking it easy, even though I feel great, I don't want to over do it and end up with an infection! Took pain medication the first day but haven't needed any today.
I am a little nervous about the result. My breast are certainly a little saggy. They look ok from the side but they have a slight ridge at the front. This looks awful - you can't see in the front photo yet as still have the stitches covered - will post photos next week after stitches are out. The ridge could be some swelling and from the stitches. My doctor removed the implant from the original scar and it was a little higher than he would have liked. I am straight into underwire to try and give the breast some shape and hopefully the ridge will re-shape - it is only day 2 following the operation so I guess I will have to wait and see! Overall it is definately worth it.
So its been 2 weeks since my explant surgery. I...
- 24 May 2012
I have posted some pics that show the ridge I've been talking about and one holding my shoulders back (the ridge seems to less prominent), one showing the stitches and a bra shot just to show how they look now.
The ridge looks different just after I take off my bra at night (there is less of a ridge) or if I hold my shoulders back - but I certainly can't walk around like that everywhere - lol!
Anyway very happy with my decision, and my husband loves them, I guess that's all that matters. x
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Dr Lussier and staff were excellent. Made me feel very comfortable. Dr Lussier rang the evening before surgery, the afternoon and evening following my surgery, and also rang the day after my surgery to check my progress. He also gives his home number in case of emergency. He was very professional but also very caring and concerned for your well being. I am sure I made the right decision in choosing Dr Lussier as my surgeon!
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I also had breast implants done 8 weeks ago and do not like my size( wanted a full b and ended up a full c). I am so self conscious of my breast size, I always try to wear a jacket or a loose shirt to cover them up.:( Very upset and depressed that I wasted hard- earned $7000 and not being happy with them. But not sure 100% yet, I am completely ready yo have them out... Guess everything happens for a reason and at least we don't wonder what if I get breast augumentation!?!?
Your story is truly encouraging! Your breasts after explant look awesome. I recall you wrote you even breasted a child with implants in but your result look fantastic.
You are absolutely happy with dr. Lussier? I need to find a great doctor with both great skills and warm heart... Thanks!
glad hubby loves them. mine does too - although if he said he didnt he seriously would not be in my good books ;-)
Are you wearing underwired bras already, or was that just to try on? I got told I have to wait 6 weeks.