I, too, am glad I found this website. After reading many of your posts, especially, GreenTemple, I've finally decided it's time for "Explantation" I've had implants for 13 years & have regretted it most of this time & as most do, I developed CC post surgery. Sadly, I did not do my "homework" well before selecting a PS, just went on "word of mouth" by ones that had used him. My initial decision was due to a "bad place" in my marriage & once that worked out I've thought about it daily. I've come a long way [now 60] since then & I've finally accepted that "no one" or "anything" can make us happy, only we, ourselves can. I don't like hugging anyone as I know they can feel the "rocks" against my chest. I've gained weight as well & I hate how I look in most tops, especially turtlenecks. Everything is always too small across the boobs & too big around the waist. I haven't been able to lie on my stomach since the implants. I must say I get very nervous & somewhat depressed when reading about & viewing some pictures of how flat one will be if new implants aren't replaced, but with the discomfort I've felt for so long, I do believe I will be happier than having these rocks on my chest! I am going away for the rest of Feb & upon my return I intend to begin my "hunt" for the best PS I can find & most definitely will continue to follow your success stories. Thank you all for your encouraging testimonials. It is truly inspiring & helps far more by hearing the truth from someone who has been there! If any of you are in SC, perhaps you are able to recommend an honest PS with the care of his/her patients in mind as much the money. Thank you all!
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Posted to First person: Insights about breast implant removal on 10 Feb 2013