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MySelfAgain13
posted 4 months ago
updated 1 month ago

Cost: $1,800
Mount Airy, MD

Hi all. I have been reading reviews on this...

11 Feb 2013
2 months pre

Hi all. I have been reading reviews on this website for over a year now. I haven't been able to seriously consider breast implant removal until now. I got my implants 7 years ago. They are saline under the muscle. I was a small A before and looking back, they were perfect. I always thought they were too small and wanted implants as soon as I realized I wasn't getting any bigger. I was embarrassed by them and society lead me to believe that I had to have big breasts. I do have to say though that I don't necessarily regret getting them because honestly they look nice and I have enjoyed them (and so does my husband haha). I think I have just grown up and realized the old me wasn't so bad and it's important to me to not have anything artificial in my body. I also don't want to worry about future surgeries since eventually I would need to get them replaced. I am 31 years old and am now confident in myself and what God has given me. In my 20's I didn't feel that way.

I go back and forth on my final decision because I am worried I will miss them and I worry they will be really saggy, wrinkled or deformed in some way. I worry it will then affect my sex life with my husband if they look really bad. He is very supportive of my decisions and I know he will still love me no matter what but I still want him to find me sexy like he does now. He honestly loves my breasts but told me he would love them if I got them removed too. I had a baby 8 months ago and was able to nurse just fine. I nursed for 2 months. I am worried something will happen during surgery that will affect breastfeeding future children as that is very important to me. I am sure these are all normal legit worries, but they are really holding me back.

It's very encouraging reading your reviews and seeing the before and after pictures. Almost all of you say it was worth it no matter what the outcome was.

I finally decided to get them out. I just got off...

27 Feb 2013
2 months pre

I finally decided to get them out. I just got off the phone with the office of my original plastic surgeon. She told me I needed a lift and it would cost $7,500. WOW. I told her I didn't want a lift and asked what the cost would be without it, she hesitated, acted really shocked that I didn't want a lift and told me I'd be left with a saggy breast, then told me it would cost $6,000 without a lift. WOW again. I think I need to contact another surgeon. I have seen results on here and they are not always saggy. I think it's possible for me to get good results since my implants are not that large.

I have contacted a few other surgeons whose names...

4 Mar 2013
1 month pre

I have contacted a few other surgeons whose names I actually got off of this website and feel more confident in them already. I have a couple consultations set up for the end of this month. When I contacted one of them the lady who sets up consults told me I have come to the right place for breast implant removal. That made me feel really good because no other place has told me that or even seemed all that familiar with removal. I have an appt with him on March 26th. It can't come fast enough :)

I had two very different but very good...

3 Apr 2013
27 days pre

I had two very different but very good consultations. One was going to remove the capsule and put me under, the other said I can do it awake and do not need the capsule removed as it doesn't feel very thick. I am VERY nervous about being awake through the procedure but I really love the fact that I do not need to get put under. I am getting nervous just typing this and thinking about being awake. He did give me the option to get put under for an additional $600. But I think I am going to tough it out and stay awake with a valium. They had an opening for April 30th so I am going to set it up, YAY :) He also said my implants are sitting very high which makes them look unnatural. He said he could do a better job if I changed my mind but was not pressuring me at all and was very understanding that I wanted them out. He said I was a different case then most though haha. I'm very excited that I have an end in site, or a new beginning I should say :)

Hey all. So tomorrow it will be 2 weeks until my...

15 Apr 2013
15 days pre

Hey all. So tomorrow it will be 2 weeks until my surgery. I am extremely excited. I was looking for advice on bras. I know my Dr will be sending me home with the typical surgical bra but I need to buy compression bras to wear for awhile correct? Do you know how long I should wear them and any suggestions of what kind? Thanks so much :)

I can't believe I am only 2 days away from surgery...

28 Apr 2013
2 days pre

I can't believe I am only 2 days away from surgery. I am most nervous about having the surgery under local but hopefully I won't feel a thing and the Valium will take the edge off. He said it is a quick, easy surgery so I am sure I will be fine. I just can't wait to see the end result :)

I am home from my surgery and feel great. I did it...

30 Apr 2013
Day of treatment

I am home from my surgery and feel great. I did it under local, it was a piece of cake. I was surprised how easy it was. I'm wrapped tight in an ace bandage and am as flat as a pancake but I already love it. I'm a little nervous to look at them so I'll probably wait until tomorrow when he removes my drains. So far so good. :)

I also weighed myself before I left and when I got...

30 Apr 2013
Day of treatment

I also weighed myself before I left and when I got home I weighed 2 lbs less!!!!! :) I feel free and light and so happy!!!

Felt a little discomfort last night and today but...

1 May 2013
1 day post

Felt a little discomfort last night and today but otherwise feeling great and loving my results :)

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bronwen72
28 days ago

Congrats on your journey! You are looking great!

roseyjam
1 month ago

Ah wow! You look gorgeous! Your boobs are adorable, congrats! I so can't wait for my explant now (1 July). Really looking forward to hearing about your healing journey over time. Take care x

MySelfAgain13
1 month ago

Thank you so much. I could not be happier. Good luck to you and your journey. I do not have one ounce of regret ;)

mdeluca
1 month ago

You look so wonderful, perky!! I can't imagine a Dr saying you need a lift seeing your after pics!

NervousGirlie
1 month ago

Yeah, right? Unless she wants her nipples on her nose! lol. Congratulations, MySelfAgain. You look fantastic!

roseyjam
1 month ago

I agree Girlie & Mdeluca, you don't need a lift at all! They're perfectly perky ;o) x

MySelfAgain13
1 month ago

Thanks so much ladies, I am beyond pleased with my results especially this early on :) The Dr who said that I needed a lift made that assumption before he even saw me. It was over the phone. Craziness.

Back To Just Me
1 month ago

I don't blame you for loving your results; you look wonderful! And, what woman doesn't like to get rid of 2 lbs!

MySelfAgain13
1 month ago

Thank you so much :)

LuvRealBoobsInOR
2 months ago

Hurray! So happy for you, pamper yourself and take it easy. :D

MySelfAgain13
1 month ago

Thank you :)

LongTallTexan
2 months ago

Congratulations in your successful surgery! Hard to believe those things weighed 2 lbs!

MySelfAgain13
1 month ago

Thank you. I know, I didn't think they were that big but it feels great to have them gone :)

Hope to be little me again
2 months ago

I am happy to hear that you are feeling great. I too will be having mine out soon and I am sooooo looking forward to it. Thanks for sharing your story. :)

MySelfAgain13
1 month ago

Thank you, good luck with your journey, it is definitely worth it :)

Lima girl
2 months ago

It seems you are in the right hands. We will be thinking of you. Take care.

roseyjam
2 months ago

Hey, I'm so excited for you. You're going to do just great. Very best wishes for tomorrow. Will be thinking of you and looking forward to hearing how it goes when you're upto it. Take care x

MySelfAgain13
2 months ago

Thanks so much, you are so sweet :) I will definitely keep everyone updated as soon as I can!!!

Back To Just Me
2 months ago

You are going to do beautifully and look wonderful. Don't be nervous, your PS would not be doing it that way if he thought it should be done differently. He or she will take good care of you.

MySelfAgain13
2 months ago

Aww thank you so much :) He makes me feel very calm and comfortable and I definitely need that!!! I can't wait for it to be over though :)

Jo2012
2 months ago

The Genie bra is super comfortable and has nice padding (which is removable). It has enough compression which gave me some cleavage. It comes in packages of 2 for $20.00 at stores like Rite-Aid. I preferred Genie to the Handfuls bra that cost a lot more. (p.s. my explant was march19)

Angiemcc (Community Manager)
2 months ago

Thank you for your updates! I'm sure you'll get some excellent drugs, so even if you're awake you'll be all happy and groggy. Make sure your doctor knows of your concerns in this area.

gliese163c
2 months ago

Congrats on setting a date!!! I originally wanted to do local but my scar tissue on the right side was too thick. I think if your PS feels you're a good candidate for local- then awesome!!! Keep us posted and good luck, you will look fabulous!

bronwen72
2 months ago

I did the explant minus lift approach. Now, seeing my smaller size, I don't think a lift would have been an option, but I didn't know until AFTER. The lift procedure involves a lot of areola work + tissue, so would think higher risk for breast feeding issues (but a # of women on this site were able-but some did have difficulty). The capsule removal should be dependent on capsular contracture or silicon leakage-not standard. I'm a week post explant-I'll let everyone know how my real breasts perform in the bedroom :) Good luck!

MySelfAgain13
2 months ago

Thanks! Luckily both surgeons told me I didn't need a lift which is great news! Yes please let us know, I'm a little worried about how my husband will feel about them :) You look amazing!!! I've been following your story and hope mine turn out as beautiful as yours. You have given me courage and inspiration :)

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