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15 Year Old Implants Are out After Deflation - Vermont, VT

UPDATED FROM Smallagain

It has been a little over two weeks now and not...

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It has been a little over two weeks now and not much has changed. They still look very small, deflated and empty. I am getting used to it, though. My ps said I could wear regular bras at 3 weeks post op so I went bra shopping yesterday as I had some free time. I started at Kohls. I tried on styles that were similar to what I used to wear, only smaller. However, I could not get one bra with real cups to fit. I think it is because I am so wide and shallow now. I finally got a Warner's bra size 34A to fit. I felt disappointed as it isn't a very pretty bra. I then went to Victoria's Secret and had a fitting. I was told I was a 32C. The first bra she brought me fit like a glove and I definitely felt much better about myself.

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March 7, 2013
I'm glad you went and got properly fitted for a bra...it makes all the difference. I'm a board certified post mastectomy fitter....I fit women with bras and prosthesis following breast cancer surgery. Most women wear the wrong size....so happy you found the correct size and style for your beautiful natural breasts. Keep in mind that it can take months for things to settle in to place. Be patient and give your body a chance to heal. Thanks for the update!
March 7, 2013
I only bought a couple of bras just in case things change over the next few months. I am just excited to stop wearing tight sports bras! Unfortunately, in Vermont we do not have a Nordstroms so the only option we have is VS for bra fittings but I think the young lady did a great job! It was definitely helpful to have someone bring you different style and options and give feedback. I left Kohls in tears so it was nice to leave the mall smiling!
March 7, 2013
The VS bra looks like a great fit!
March 8, 2013
I also felt much better after a trip to Victoria's Secret!! You really look fine, at 2 weeks I wouldn't have dared snapped a picture mine were so empty and deflated. There will be so much improvement in the next 2 months, wear the sports bra!! I am 2 1/2 months post op and still wear mine all the time. Best of luck to you, I hope you're feeling great!
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March 14, 2013
Chin up. You look lovely x x
UPDATED FROM Smallagain

So it has been one week since explantation. I...

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So it has been one week since explantation. I think they are a little smaller then the day one photos but they are perking up a bit. I still haven't had the courage to show my husband. I am feeling better about my decision to explant.

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March 2, 2013
Aww it took me 6 weeks to show my husband. Mine were very caved in first 2 weeks. If you look this good after one week, you should expect great results over the next weeks-months. Hope you keep feeling better about your decision :)
March 7, 2013
I finally had the nerve to show my husband and his reaction was very positive! He has been telling me that my body is more in proportion now. Nothing has really changed since the explant but I am getting used to them.
May 17, 2018
I think you look so good!!! Your husband is probably proud! :) I had mine deflated today and am happy so far but one breast hurts. I have to have the bags surgically removed in near future. God bless.
UPDATED FROM Smallagain

Today is day 5 post explant and nothing has really...

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Today is day 5 post explant and nothing has really changed too much. My breasts might actually be a little smaller as I think there was some swelling in the day 1 photo. I will post new photos in a couple more days. The pain was gone by Thursday, which was nice, and yesterday was the first day that I didn't cry. Hopefully it was a turning point.

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February 23, 2013
The body has an amazing ability to heal. From what I have read it will take a while for things to settle....be patient....you will be naturally beautiful.
February 23, 2013
Hi. I think you look wonderful. I had mine done a week ago and the dent is still there but it gets better each day I think. I think you have a good amount of natural breast tissue. Just give it time to heal, but you look great already.
February 23, 2013
I hope I end up looking as good as you do! You have a fabulous result!
February 23, 2013
Hi, you look good after explant. I think you're going to fluff up beautifully. I hope I look as good as you when I get mine out this summer. Fingers crossed. Congrats to you x
February 23, 2013
Hi Small agian...I agree with everyone else; you look great! I've wanted to have my implants removed as well and was wondering if your implants were under the muscle and if insurance covered the removal?
February 23, 2013
Hi Susan, Mine were above the muscle. Unfortunately, insurance did not cover the removal. It would only cover the removal if they were for reconstruction purposes resulting from cancer.