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5 Months Post Op!!

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I have been considering and wanting to get breast...

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benevolentchell
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I have been considering and wanting to get breast implants since I was 16 years old. I currently am now 22 years old, a month away from being 23 and those thoughts still haven't changed. I grew up with small breasts, about a 32A since I was in middle school, always hoping that they would get bigger but nothing ever came out of it for years. I had thought about breast implants for years; a lot more seriously in the past couple of years. I did hours and hours of research; from comparing costs, to type of implants, to incision, to risks and benefits, to complications... you name it, I have researched it. I am just passed the point of having small breasts. I am a confident person, I am very happy with myself and who I am, but I see nothing wrong in wanting to enhance my own appearance and boost my confidence more with breast implants. I want to do this for me. I have been getting nervous the closer the days get to my surgery. I have an idea how the healing process will be but I think it's one of those things you don't fully understand until you go through it. I have been thinking so many questions that I need to figure out like what supplies I should get for after the surgery, how the first couple days are, when I can start to resume bathing, swimming, exercising and sex, etc. I'm sure a lot of it is individual though and how much up to it you are feeling you can handle..

My doctor says that I am asymmetrical with my breasts; about a 40-50 cc difference from my left to my right. I am 120 lbs, 5'3'' and am of a more small, pear build. My doctor prefers to do the incision under the breast for it reduces the risk of hitting a nerve. We are going to do saline implants, moderate high profile. I am still unsure of the sizing. I wanted to get a medium to high C and my doctor said 250 in one and 200 in the other would be fine, but I felt that was too small for me. He said he would be willing to go up to 300 in one and 350 in the other but that would be the highest he would want to go with me. I have my pre op appointment on Thursday, will be making all my payments, and then this surgery will really be planned and happening!

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My mom's friend works for this plastic surgeon. My mom is also a surgical technician in the area and is knowledgeable on many different doctors and surgeons. He was very recommended. Post op- overall, amazing experience with my doctor, the nurses and all of the staff. They are definitely an amazing team and all contributed to my positive experience thus far!

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I have my post op appointment tomorrow. That's...

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I have my post op appointment tomorrow. That's when all the money required for the surgery is due.. Once I pay it, it will pretty much be a done deal! We are going to settle on a size.. I was thinking 300 in my left, and 350 in my right but now I'm worried I'm going too big and it won't work well in my body... Ahh so many questions! I'll definitely need to write down a list so I don't forget anything..

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June 20, 2012

Thank you for starting your story on RealSelf! This is going to be a really exciting journey for you. If you haven't already, check out Makenzie's review. She does a great job of logging her experience from beginning to end.

June 20, 2012
Hi chell~ I see you are struggling on what size to choose. Since you are so petite, I suggest going with 275-300 cc's. I am 5"10 150# and went with 304 cc's. Currently fit into a full C (D cup Victorias Secret). Good Luck & thanks for sharing your story:-)
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June 20, 2012
Thanks for replying! Yes I think the 275 range might be best for me.. I'll have to talk to my doctor tomorrow and see what he thinks we should decide on!
June 20, 2012
Yes I also agree that maybe the 300 would be too big for your small frame. A good boob job is one that looks natural and fitting. The 200-275 range would suit you perfectly. Good luck with the prodecure, try to keep us updated. It's an exciting change! Much love.
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June 21, 2012
Thank you!! I have my pre op appointment today so hopefully we will decide for sure then!
June 20, 2012
Hi good luck with ur decision and op. I had 32 a cup all my life too. I am nearly 3 wks post op. I went with 350cc on both used silicone anatomical. You can take a look on my pics if you want to get an idea. Hope i can help :). They are still high kn my pics now they droped more and are more natural looking. We are both nearly same size and hight.
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June 21, 2012
Wow 3 weeks post op already! How are you feeling?! Are you able to move around more and more as the days go on?
June 21, 2012
Im feeling great. Back to my normal routine :) yes the more days pass the more i feel normal. Good luck
June 21, 2012
Interested to see what you decide as we are both small framed. I am torn on size and profile, as well. I have my pre-op on July 11th, so will get to make a final decision then!
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June 21, 2012
That is coming up soon! Hope your decision goes well too. My pre op is today so hopefully I'll make up my mind already lol.
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I just got done with my pre op today and now I'm...

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I just got done with my pre op today and now I'm well on my way! I paid my fees and everything so now it really is happening!! We decided on 275 on one and 325 on the other. It should get me to around a C cup. I think I'm fine with that. I decided I don't need huge ones, just enough to be proportionate to my body. Plus I think my body would adjust to them better this way. I have surgery on Monday at 10 am. Now I just need to make it through the weekend without getting worried or nervous!

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June 21, 2012
So excited for you! How great just a few days away. I am small framed as you and got two different sizes put in under 275. I only had so much skin to work with! I came out with a B cup which I am so excited about (from nothing a B is wonderful). You will love them, size and all!
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June 24, 2012
I hope so!! My doctor said that I might be a C but that we might come up a little short to just under a C. I think either way it will suit my body and look great! I hope! Tomorrow couldn't come soon enough! :)
June 28, 2012
hi, iam planning to have mine done too, more or less, how much would it cost and any doctor that you would recommend? thanks and goodluck
June 28, 2012
Hi there. Cost depends on so many favors. Some people need just implants, others need a lift and augmentation. Some plastic surgeons use a private surgery suite linked to a hospital with private medical staff while some use the local hospital. Do some research and interview different ps's. Look at a lot of before and after pictures of work they have done. Some ps are very realistic about what would be ideal for you, listen to them! And take that knowledge to the next ps you interview.
June 22, 2012
good luck ur gonna look great :)
June 23, 2012
Oh wow! Good luck! Just two more sleeps away!!! Are you going with mod+profile implants?
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June 24, 2012
Yes I am getting moderate profile implants as my doctor said this should be appropriate for my body.