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SOFTGIRL...taking a poll: Do you think I'd look ok in a bikini? Or...should I just forget it...be honest ladies..

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I'm 50+, had 3 kids, nursed em all, and now a...

softgirlNovember 6, 2012
WORTH IT$5,090

I'm 50+, had 3 kids, nursed em all, and now a deflated 36b of some kind. I hope to get 394 Allergans, style 15. I was barely an A cup for most of my life until I had kids, during breastfeeding it swelled up to about a D cup and I was in heaven! I want to have that feel and look again. I will fill out more once I get the rest of the fee. Can you believe that they wanted me to provide COLLATERAL for a measly 1500?? I'm appalled.

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Steven M. Gitt, MD, FACS (in memoriam)

Steven M. Gitt, MD, FACS (in memoriam)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Lissa120
November 7, 2012
Hi softgirl! Check out Care Credit. My doctor offered 12 months no-interest financing and some offices even offer 18 month plans. I weighed my options and eventually paid $2,500 in cash and put the rest on my personal credit card that gives fight miles. Good luck to you!
softgirl
November 7, 2012
I actually only needed to finance 1500 of the bill, and their 'in house' credit turned me down, they wanted collateral [like jewelery, title to my house!, mink coat, or my 50,000 steinway grand piano]. I said WTH? is this a pawn shop or a surgery center?? after all was said and done, it turned out that they didn't want to finance such a small amount. They also don't want to use personal credit cards??? they told me so many conflicting stories that I don't get it.
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Angie_M
November 7, 2012

Thanks for starting your story on RealSelf. What is a style 15 like? Is that silicone or saline? I wonder why your doctor's office won't go with personal credit cards...

softgirl
November 8, 2012
The allergans style 15 has a moderate profile and a wider base, which is what i need. I have a wide chest and it will drop and fill nicely for me. Yes, it's silicone. Allergan has a lot of choices in both saline and silicone and their sizing is a little different than Mentors, but they're both good brands. It will produce more of the teardrop shape I like [but the implant is round]. As to the stupid credit card thing, I don't know, I talked with the office and I will just put down a deposit to book and have all the balance by my preop and forget about the hassles. I am booking for Dec. 26th, happy xmas boobies to me!
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sexy49
November 10, 2012
Softgirl don't worry, I'm sure if every Dr. handed out implants like Halloween candy they would get screwed. Just save some more money and don't worry about being hurt on the payment plan thing. This will make you work harder and appreicatate what you want even more. I waited for 30 years. So I wouldn't be upset over payment. Try another dr. Sometimes they will help you out. but don't do it if you don't like the dr. Its not worth your health., keep us posted.
softgirl
November 10, 2012
Oh, I like the Dr., and here is why: 1. 24 hr Recovery, aka Rapid Recovery 2. in office surgical suite 3. great portfolio of results 4. competitive pricing 5. highly recommended to me by another good Dr. I have the money now. I am booked for Dec. 26th. My sister will fly out from CA to take me there and look after me as my spouse is not able to take any time off at all, and the x-mas vacay is the best timing for me.
RROB
December 30, 2015
You look super! As far as a bikini, a skimpy 1 piece is so much sexier, and I'm going to get nastygrams for this....as well as being age appropriate. Just is my opinion! I'm almost 48, have a nice body after 2 kido's but I feel more sexy in a 1 piece. I swear it's more head turning. Trust!
UPDATED FROM softgirl
1 month pre

I forgot to add, since they won't let me change...

softgirlNovember 11, 2012
I forgot to add, since they won't let me change the previous review... I'm 5 2, 128, 36B [kinda]. I will have to take some before pics here shortly and figure out how to load them up without asking my teen sons to do it [gah!!!]. My motivation is several things: I think I don't look too bad clothed, but really want to rock it naked. I feel 'ho-hum' everytime I take my bra off and see my poor limp boobies..like another poster said-they did their biological job well. I like most of the rest of my body and feel I've done a pretty good job staying in shape, considering I had 3 kids. I'm just plain tired of feeling 'less than' since I was a teen and now that my baby days are over, why shouldn't I do something for me? I put it off for good reasons, but those concerns are gone now.
I am great at penny pinching, almost "extreme" couponing, making sure our family is fed/clean/dressed/civilized, why can't I have a treat for ME? My spouse is not too thrilled over the idea, but it's not about him, it's about my own body image. Both my BFF and my sister have recently had BA's, and are happy and thrilled with their results. I want my turn now! I am pinching pennies for boobies now!! LOL!! and pass the free shampoo, thank you very much...
This website has been a godsend for me, I have picked up really great pics for my 'boobie folder' to take to my Dr., and giving me courage to follow through! I might add that I've had a TT 8 yrs ago and although it didn't turn out perfect, I'm still glad I did it. My BFF had a TT first and reported that the BA was much much easier, so that helps ease my nerves too.

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Kooberry
November 11, 2012
Not many doctors offer the Rapid Recovery soft. My PS is absolutely amazing... when I found out no pain pills would be needed & there would not be any any bruising I scheduled surgery ASAP!!! No regrets here....luvin' these sexy new curves.  I hope your surgery goes well & look forward to seeing the before/after piks soon.
softgirl
November 11, 2012
I am sooo thrilled to have a Dr. that does the RR, and has his own surgical suite, AND has good pricing. AND OH~ I get a 450 rebate from Allergan for botox or latisse after my surgery! YAY!
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sexy49
November 12, 2012
Oh my lord that is not even funny! I don't know what I would have said or even done at that point. Lol Holy Crap! Well good luck to you. : )
softgirl
November 14, 2012
Yeah, it was just weird, but I pulled it together, moved some finances around, and it's all good. Better not to pay interest anyways!
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sexy49
November 12, 2012
I had a hard time with care credit, getting approved. I think because I changed jobs and had not been on the job for two years. I don't know but my credit report is great.
UPDATED FROM softgirl
1 month pre

Ok, the PS office called and put me to the 27th...

softgirlNovember 13, 2012
Ok, the PS office called and put me to the 27th instead. Apparently another Dr. is assisting and she couldn't be there on the 26th. No problem. Called my sister today and she promised me she is coming that week for sure. She will drive me to my BA as my hubby has to work. She just had a BA herself in August and will make an excellent nurse. Yay! Christmas boobies!

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Wanna b boobalicious
November 16, 2012
Softgirl, I have to agree with you. You've worked this hard taking care of family and friends it's your turn! I just got my girls in early September (I'll be 50 in January) and I am enjoying every second! Keep us informed!
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