Much like every one else who does br surgery, Ive had chronic back pain since puberty. I waited eleven years to do this surgery, and I couldn’t be happier. My pain was and is minimal. The biggest con for me is finding ways to sleep comfortably after surgery... which isn’t much of a con. Dr. Paredes and his staff were unbelievably kind and professional. They made sure I was as comfortable as possible day of surgery. Not to mention, Dr. Paredes did a stand up job making my breasts look beautiful. Updated on 30 Jan 2018: The only cons ive experienced is having to sleep on my back and being out of commission for a move across the country. All things to do with healing, though. Updated on 1 Feb 2018: .
Nurse, mother of one, wanting breasts, period. Having had small breast my whole life I always envied those that were more endowed. So, I took the leap and had my consultation today May 5th, with Dr. Paredes in Tallahassee. First, I must disclose that this doctor took his time answering ALL my questions. I didn't feel pressured or hurried in any way. After speaking with him his nurse came in and assisted me with sizers. I quickly went to the high profile and ultra high profiles sizers. I have a broad shoulders and felt that the high profile would fill me out enough and didn't want to have boob greed afterwards, so I going for it..... 590cc ultra high profiles. Surgery date set for June 8th.Updated on 10 May 2016: I scheduled another appointment for May 13th, to try on additional sizers. Upon doing more research I found that the Ultra High Profiles are narrower, and with my broad shoulders and rounded rib cage, I feel I may need a high profile, or mod+ to make up for the gap in between my breasts however, I going to miss the 0.6 cm projection of the Ultra highs, but would gain almost 4 cm in width/diameter..... Will post pics of the sizers Friday after the appointment.Updated on 18 May 2016: Scheduled 5/20 to have another mammogram + sonogram. Nervous, but heard it's common. I went with 550 high profiles on last visit with Dr. Paredes office; however, wanted 600 but the PA told me my base width would not support. Wasn't very happy with the PA's demeanor, I was rushed and it seemed like I was a bother.Updated on 23 May 2016: Mammogram and sonogram came back good, so it's a GO. Preop was today, Julie the PA, was fantastic !!!! Super excited and nervous.Updated on 9 Jun 2016: Made it to the other side. Slight discomfort, no pain meds needed.Updated on 9 Jun 2016:
This is my second review.I had a mommy makeover about 10 months ago.Going back for liposuction.if you look at my past review.You can see my previous surgery. stats 5"2 height 27 years old 131 pounds My pre-op is DEC 5th.I'm a little nervous cuz i heard lipo is more painful then a tummy tuck.I'm ready to get rid of these love handles. Updated on 16 Dec 2014: Today was the big day.Got there at 7:15 AM my nurse Julia was so freaking awesome.She made me feel so comfortable and eased my mind during the whole process.My boyfriend came with me.Thank God for him.He was so freaking amazing and supportive.It was so good to have someone around since i didnt have that for my mommy makeover. Everything went very well.My surgeon came and marked me up.I really wanted him to lipo my whole stomach but he only thought i need my upper abdomen done and also at pre-op we only agreed to my upper stomach.He didnt even want to my upper stomach.So he said hes going to sneak in and take a lil bitty out.I said he didnt want any irregularities or lumps forming.He marked my flanks and back after he was done i was wheeled into the operating. waking up i wasn't really in a lot of pain.The only thing my back hurt real bad from the lipo that was done to my flanks and back.I asked the nurse how much fat was taken out she said half a liter.sounds like a lil bit to me.when i got home ive been taking pain killers every 5 hours to keep the pain away.As im writing this review im feeling lightheaded and dizzy.I think its cuz i took my pain killers on a empty.Ill be back to keep u guys .ill post some pics later . SO FAR I LOVE MY RESULT.I SEE A BIG DIFFERENCE. Updated on 16 Dec 2014: Updated on 16 Dec 2014: Updated on 19 Dec 2014: so far so good.On the plus side.My back isnt hurting as bad .For some reason most of my pain is coming from my back.I guess it really does feel like ive been hit by a car.The hardest thing about recovery for me is still trying to take care of a 4 year old while recovering. so far nothing new to report on. Im still swollen like crazy.My biggest thing is trying to watch what i eat.I wouldnt want to gain weight right after surgery.I can pretty much walk around with no help.The only thing i have problem with is bending down. The only thing i'm worried about is if my PS sucked out enough fat because i was told he only sucked out half a liter .I guess only time will tell.but from the get go my PS told me he was very conservative when it comes to lipo.Ill post more pics later when i see a change :) I'm going back to bed and enjoy this little recovery vacation. Happy healing ladies. Updated on 3 Jan 2015: I'm almost 3 weeks out.i'm doing a lot better.no more back pain.The swelling isnt that bad unless I eat something with salt or sodium.i've lost 2 pounds LOL.not a lot but better than nothing.oh yeah by the way I started corset training.I want that hourglass shape.that's why got lipo in the first place my waist is currently 28 inches , I want to get it down to 22 inches.i'll keep you updated with the corset training results.what I love about corset training is it helps me with my Food portion. I can't tell you how happy I am to get rid of my back fat.my flanks are still swollen.I hope it goes down a lot more .I can't wait till I start working out again i'm currently 129 my goal weight is 125.I so can't wait to see my final result.can't wait to see how I'm going to look three months from now.so far my tummy tuck scar revision is looking good. The reason why I had a revision is because my scar had raised up. Im using silicone sheet on it early so the scar could look and heal faster.good luck ladies stay strong. Updated on 7 Jan 2015: everything is healing beautifully.my swelling is going down a lot.my surgeon was very impressed with his work.as you can see I don't have love handles when I wear jeans anymore .today I went to my three weeks post op appointment with my daughter.she kept me company. I Ask my surgeon about me corset training he said it's no problem. He also told me that I could stop wearing my compression garment if I wanted to.The thing I was most concerned about was my scar being so dark so I asked him what he would recommend. He gave me some recommendation I might look into. I'm currently on this three day military diet.it claims to help you lose up to 10 pounds in three days.so wish me luck.I personally would be happy with just losing 5 pounds.if you want anymore information about the three day military diet just Google it .The diet gives you a step-by-step meal plan for each day .i'll come back in three days and show you the results.so far nothing new except for me losing 3 inches off my waist with one week of corset training.happy healing Chicas. Updated on 7 Jan 2015: Updated on 13 Jan 2015: Updated on 16 Jan 2015: I thought i'd try a video cuz pictures doesnt do the results justice !!! ill also upload a few before pics before i had any work done.Yikes lol Updated on 16 Jan 2015: This video is just a little bit more detailed then the first one. I talk about my experience with Tummy tuck scar revision, endermologie, swelling,scar cream,liposuction and more. Updated on 16 Jan 2015: Before ANY SURGERY.YIKES.Not a pretty site Updated on 27 Aug 2015: OMG,this journey was a roller coaster.At first i didnt see any result.but around the 6 months mark the swelling went away and i can see a more defined waist.I LOVE MY NEW BODY.Sometimes i look at myself and im in disbelief.Look at my before pic and now and you can see a big difference.The mommy makeover along with the liposuction brought me my body back.Be patient ladies.This ride is going to be bumpy, but worth it in the end. Updated on 27 Aug 2015:
Hi, everyone!! My Stats are 5' 1in tall, 133 pounds and a 34b bra cup size. I have already chosen my doctor. Dr Paredes was my third consult over the past few yrs and I felt very comfortable with him. He is very detailed and honest. I had my list of questions with me but he had already answered them throughout my consult. I was able to try on sizers that same day!! We decided on 375 cc moderate plus - cohesive gel (silicone) with the incision under the breast crease. I'm looking to fill a Dcup with a natural look. I was hoping to get operated now in Feb but I am a full time nursing student now and my academic calendar is full till April. So better safe then sorry I will have to wait. I want to get enough rest with no rush or pressure to be back on my hectic schedule. So in early Feb I will be setting up my appt. to make it official and set a date for surgery!! Yayyy so excited. I have been wanting this for yrs and it is finally going to happen!!!! Updated on 21 Jan 2014: Having doubts about going 375cc on one and 350cc in the other Vs going 400cc on one and 375cc on the other ???? Will definitely be discussing this with my PS soon. I don't want boob greed ???? decisions decisions!! Lol Updated on 31 Jan 2014: There's not really much to mention today... Just lots of waiting. First week of Feb I will be making my pre op appt and fully pay my Breast Aug and get an official date. Then I can finally start my count down for my new twins!! Yayyy. While I wait for that. I have started purchasing some things for post op. See the pics:) Updated on 31 Jan 2014: Updated on 6 Feb 2014: Omg This just became real!! It's official, I can now start my countdown!!! MARCH 6TH is operation day!! I'm getting my boobies yay only 1 month away... I'm like freaking out I'm so excited! I've wanted this for so long and it's so close to happening! ???????????? Updated on 8 Feb 2014: Pre op appt has been set for feb 19!! Only 10 days left!! I wonder how that will be like? Can anyone tell me about there experience with preop and what happens during that appt. The coordinator told me I may be there a few hrs that day. Updated on 11 Feb 2014: I think I'm getting sick :( stuffy nose and sneezing!! NOT GOOD My pre-op is next week :/ Updated on 12 Feb 2014: Just called the nurse this morning at my PS's office as to How much in advance am I to stop taking any medications before surgery? I'm sooo sick, starting to get body pains. Noooooooooooo 22 days left. I want by body to be at 100% !!! Updated on 17 Feb 2014: Update: I have been without any cold symptoms for 3 days now, except for this headache that doesn't seem to go away. I have stopped all meds and have only been taking Tylenol. My pre-op appt. Is on Wednesday so I'm doing my lab-work today with fingers crossed. Hopefully I have no infection and I will be ready to go for March 6th. Updated on 19 Feb 2014: I think I can puke right now.... I am sooooooo nervous i can't even be excited right now. I have waited so long for this, it's happening and it's like I'm in shock. I'm dropping the kids off at school and then continuing on to my appt... Today I'll also find out how my labs came out considering I had a bad cold all of last week and if my surgery will have to be postponed. We'll see. I'll give an update about how my preop went soon:) fingers crossed. Updated on 20 Feb 2014: My thoughts right now are, maybe a bit in denial. Is this really happening? Am I making the right decision? I'm only going to want to do this again in the future if I don't do it now. I kind of don't believe it yet. Which will only probably lead me to have a nervous breakdown the day of surgery lol ;) I just bought my outfit for post surgery, sweats and a zip up jacket. Today I'm getting my recliner which has been highly recommended by many for post op sleeping. I believe I'm all set with my supplies. Oh and today I'm picking up my prescriptions, they should be ready. If anyone has anything extra they used post op that you can recommend please do! :) my husband is going to set up an area in the living room for me. My recliner, table with pills, drink, phone etc. I have a bathroom on this floor as well and I have the tv right there for my netflix marathons lol. I was checking the calender and I get operated on the last day of my menstrual cycle! ???? at least it's not the 1st day, then is really be screwed! T.m.i. I know but do you think it would be ok to wear a tampon during surgery? Going to have to mention that to my nurse. Ughh so much on my mind right now. I wish I could have someone to talk to about this. My immediate Fam knows and a few of my friends but honestly no one is or at least doesn't show excitement for me. My husband is very happy for me and supportive but there's only so much he can understand. It's not like he can or wants to talk about boobs all night lol I've shown him videos and pics for educational purposes of what the possibilities are so he doesn't freak out if I get frankenboob lol and so he understands that what he sees in the beginning is not the final result. He is going to be my 24 hr nurse so I need him to understand everything. Well there are my thoughts for the day. Thanks for all the love & support ?? Updated on 20 Feb 2014: Just spoke to my nurse and I am cleared for surgery yayyyy no infection from my cold last week! Woohoooooo. Updated on 22 Feb 2014: 11 days to go. What? Already?! It's going by too fast. Today I spoke to a long time friend of mine who had hers done about a year ago and she says she has no regrets and that it's been the best. Helped me a bit with the nerves:) today I'm just spending the day organizing everything in my house because time has been passing by so fast and I study the rest of the week. I don't want to be running around like a crazy woman because I left everything for last min. Still haven't picked up my prescriptions! Don't ask me why lol maybe a bit in denial still. Which is what I realized after not having picked up my pills and I just started cleaning and preparing everything. Will continue to do that the rest of today:) boobies coming soon!!???? Updated on 22 Feb 2014: Finally picked up my prescriptions!! And I bought some larger more firm pillows. And a few things for the house cause I just can't help it. ?? To shop lol Updated on 22 Feb 2014: Updated on 23 Feb 2014: Not a good combination!! Due for my monthly visitor and with the nerves I have already I'm in Bit** mode and it sucks! I'll be getting operated on the last day of my cycle ???? 10 days left and I'd honestly like to be more excited about it. I soaked in my jetted tub with some bubbles and hot water just trying to relax and it helped a bit. Just hanging out in my bed now, looks like it's going to be a Netflix night. I just need to relax!! Hubby has been super helpful and understanding. Thankfully cause I can't stand myself right now lol Updated on 25 Feb 2014: Nerves haven't been here today! Feeling great today! A bit excited again. Went shopping and bought my operating room socks. The physicians assistant told me to wair warm socks cause the OR is cold. I also bought my first x-large tank top. I'm suppose to wash my hair the night before and then again the morning of surgery and I've been battling with what the heck I'm doing with my hair that day. Cause if I can't put anything on, like a leave in conditioner or gel, this is going to be one big natural puffy Afro that day(seriously) so I thought I'll let it air dry put if into a braid and wear a cap! Lol so i bought one that matches my outfit for that day. I also bought my sippy straws as well. I thought I was done with shopping but things just keep coming up. Tomorrow is my one week countdown!! Yikes???? Updated on 27 Feb 2014: Omg just got a call that some one cancelled. My previous surgery date was the 6th (Thursday of next week) and now it's the 3rd!!! This Monday!!! Freaking out, so excited!!!!!this weekend is going to be one good exciting weekend!! Yesss Updated on 1 Mar 2014: Thursday night had weird dreams and I just kep tossing and turning all night. Yesterday, Friday, the same. Dreams that have nothing to do with my boobs (strange) today I just woke up at 630a ???? wide awake and can't sleep. I think I'm just too anxious and excited. I want this to happen already. I received my pre-last call before surgery, yesterday. With my reminders. Wash hair, no eating after midnight, no drinking, use the scrub for the body. Etc... And I have to be there at the surgical center at 7:15a. Looks like I'm the 1st patient on Monday! Woohoooo. Planning to leave my house around 6:45a. I'm only 15min away from the surgical Center, but I don't know how the traffic is at that time and you just never really know what you can run into. So leaving a few extra min early. She told me that no one will be at the front desk at that time but to wait in the waiting area and that someone will come and get me. They will be expecting me at that time. Surgery is scheduled for 8am. She said I should be no more then 3-4 hrs total (between arrival and recovery) there. And then she said (in a very sweet voice) okay then we will see you Monday!! At that moment, it hit me again.. THIS IS REAL AND ITS HAPPENING IN LESS THEN 3 DAYS!???? Monday is almost here and I'm pretty EXCITED yayyyy. Just a reminder. I am barely 5 1" 133lbs, getting silicone cohesive gel, under the crease of my breasts, under the muscle, moderate plus, 400cc in the right and 375cc in the left???? hoping for a D cup. Currently a B. I still have a lot of things to do in the house between today and tomorrow and it's a weekend so the kids are home and it's drill weekend for the hubby. So I'm just chillin' with my menstrual cycle! Wahhhh Don't know if I'll be able to post again before surgery but if I'm not, I will try to post as much as the Percocet permits after surgery lol. Have a great day ladies!!!???? Updated on 2 Mar 2014: Just got my period... So I'll be on my second day of my menstrual cycle during surgery (smh) my breasts already feel sensitive because of that, I couldn't sleep (been awake since 430a) and now to top it off I've got the leaks lol (diarrhea) which is not totally bad because I was concerned with medications and blockage, if ya' know what I mean lol (constipation). 20 hrs left... What are my thoughts?? Let's get the show on the road hahahaha IM READY!! Yeah, I say that now and I'll be super teary eyed when I get there lol. We'll see, I'm honestly feeling really calm and ready. Everything is almost done in the house. If I woke up yesterday at 630a and today at 430a, I can only assume I might not sleep at all tonight! Lol Updated on 3 Mar 2014: Showered, washed my hair (again) lol brushed my teeth, no breakfast of course. Already dressed and still I have 45 min to walk out the door. Feeling really calm right now. A bit nauseas!! Well that's all I have to say for now.. I'll keep ya posted ladies!! Posted one of last size b Boobies lol Updated on 3 Mar 2014: Got home about an hour ago, just took a Percocet so this will be short. No pain in my breast or scar. But my sternum hurts 3 out of 10. I love the size I chose. Love my doc and the staff was great!! Have to pee all the time. Which is a good sign!! Here are some pics I took as soon as I got home! Mod+ profile, 400 cc's on both. He didn't have to put 2 diff sizes like we thought. He said the difference was very minimal. Going to take a nap now. Overall feeling good! And so happy with my results! Updated on 3 Mar 2014: It's been 7hrs since I woke up in recovery and I feel great!! The swelling is already going down. My breasts were at 2 fingers below my clavicle and now they are at almost 4 fingers below. I have no strap and my surgeon prefers for my sports bra to fit more loose then tight. I had purchased my sports bras size 38. Too tight. He has me in a size 40 and it's just right (for now lol) they are not hard as rock. They are a bit soft. I already have some sensation in my left nipple and I have sensation in both breasts. I get a small amount of pain every now and then in my scar area (in my crease) but it's not even a 2 out of 10. Percocet is really not helping me sleep at all, but it is working for the pain because I have none:) it says I can take up to 2 at a time but with my pain level it's really unnecessary. I'll take 2 for bedtime, maybe then I'll get some sleep. I'm walking around and going to the bathroom just fine. They feel heavy when my husband sits me up In bed hahahaha what a great feeling!!!!! I'm drinking lots of water and tolerating food well. No nausea. So far so good!! I LOVE THEM!! I hope day 2 is just as good! Fingers crossed Updated on 4 Mar 2014: Day of surgery was much better... Having striking pains on my scar of my right breast. First time it happened was on a right turn in the car on my way to the post op appt and now it's happening every so often. My post op went great. The physicians assistant said they were still swollen on the top and sides. She touched my Nipples for sensation. I don't feel my right nipple but I do feel my left one. She said everything was looking great. She checked my scar and said it was fine. I can take my first shower tonight. No oils or creams for stretch marks she said. Not for now until my tape comes off. I also have to wait ten days after the tape comes off to use any type of creams or silicone strips (especially the silicone strips) she said the scar is still sensitive at that time. No strap, not even a bra i have to wear she said. She says letting gravity naturally take it's course is the best. But honestly I don't think I need it anyway. My boobies have dropped 4 fingers in total since yesterday from my clavicle!! There healing super!! She did say no wire bra. My size 40 sports bra is drying so I'm wearing my 38 and the support feels a lot better. I tried going free like she said and I just felt them going everywhere hahahaha even though there not moving yet. I got a medical excuse for school. Being that an earlier date became available I ended up missing 2 days. But I'm a good student, I'll make it up + I've spoken to my professor over the phone and she's being super cool about it!! My husband stood home from work again to stay with me! So sweet! His job is kind of flexible like that so it's not a problem. I'm getting a bit of boob greed but it's only sometimes. Sometimes I see them small and sometimes I see them big. I've been researching this and have seen so many stories within these 12 yrs of waiting that I should know by now that it's all about change and pacience!! So I just need to enjoy the process and love my boobies everyday more and more cause my PS rocks!! Lol he did a hell of a job and I love them! I'll post after my 1st shower today to tell you how it went:) Updated on 5 Mar 2014: Last night I took my first shower. I must say I was a bit scared. I waited about 30min before I was due for my Percocet to avoid any dizzy spells in the shower and if in case I'd have any pain afterwards id be due for it anyway. I feared the water being to hot or too cold and the water touching the tape and it not drying afterwards. Nothing to worry about, Luke warm water was fine and they tape surprisingly completely dried before I even laid in bed again. I couldn't get all the markings off because some of them are by my incisions and I can't wash that area with soap yet. But eventually it'll come off. Last night I slept very well taking 2 percocets every 4 hrs for pain. Because today I've decided to continue with Tylenol if any pain arises at all. The only pain I've felt so far is in the scar area and it's not a constant pain where I should have to be medicated on Percocet. So Tylenol it is. This morning I've been feeling really good. I return to class tomorrow which is another reason for going off the Percocet. I won't be driving yet, my husband will be driving me until next week or until I feel I can on my own. It's only post op day 2 so it's too early. But it feels like day 3 or 4. I don't know I guess I'm just feeling really good lol. Have a great day ladies :D Updated on 5 Mar 2014: Just felt a burning sensation in my right nipple!!!! Don't know if to say "ouch" or get excited cause my sensation is coming back!! Hahaha. I've been sleeping all morning and it's 130pm and still in bed. Walked around a few min ago for circulation and back to rest I am. No longer on Percocet but I'm still feeling really tired. I just want to be in bed! Updated on 5 Mar 2014: Omg I think I would have not survived this cough if it weren't for my husband. I was NOT laying flat, I was elevated and had to cough. He had to raise me into a complete sitting position so I could catch my breath. Ohhhh does it hurt trying to avoid a cough. It felt like my stitches wanted to burst. So I tried as hard as I could breathing in through my nose and out through my mouth. I felt like crying afterwards only because my daughter was in the room and I didn't want her to be scared. What a scary experience. Updated on 6 Mar 2014: Slept without Percocet last night!! No pain all last night and all day today. Took a Tylenol before bed and 1 this morning and that's it! Went back to school today! Was a little more tired then usual. My breasts are doing that water sloshy noise when I move my arms around. Taking a shower feels even better now, not scared anymore. The more I take a shower the more my scar burns! Ughhh. I can't use creams on my skin yet so I think I'm going to buy a cocoa butter soap!! I need to prevent these stretch marks some how! Lol overall had a great day, even through in a load of laundry to wash (but my husband is drying and folding lol) school was enough for me today. I feel a lot of gravity on my breasts and pressure in my sternum. Oh and my back!!!! Oh my back hurts sooo bad. I slept so bad last night. So uncomfortable! :( other then that all is good:) Updated on 7 Mar 2014: Last night was HORRIBLE!! Had to take a Percocet. But it's not even my breasts. They are doing just fine.. It's my back! I'm having severe back pains at night to sleep. When I finally couldn't hold the pain anymore I woke my husband up so he can get me my medication, to find out it was 6a!! What??!! I held that pain almost all night without realizing it. I didn't have class today so I took the Percocet at 6am. Felt better and was able to sleep 2 hrs. It helped with the back pains. But its Almost night time and time to lay down and I fear the worst again for tonight. But on a good note the girls are doing very good and I still love them!! No boob greed and I hope I don't get any. I think they fit perfect with my body. And I'm enjoying trying on a few things from before and seeing how different they look on me now... LOVE THEM!! Yayyy Updated on 8 Mar 2014: Feeling good!! Showered with my cocoa butter soap! Loved it, smells so good. My skin is still a little cracked though, almost like if I were shedding old skin like a snake. Wish I could put cream on:/ but the girls are doing great. Tried on an old bra today, or at least I tried lol there's the pic. An old 34b hmmm that pic has got me wondering what size I'm going to be lol. But I love them so much. I think maybe I'll drive today and go try on some wireless bras :) They've gotten more squishy and they move just a little on there own now. Soooo happy with my results. Updated on 9 Mar 2014: Ok so I know I'm only 6 days post op BUT..... I couldn't help but go try on some wireless/non-padded bra's. (Not sports bras) Something I could wear now that's not a sports bra and I found one!!! @ Dillard's! Which I was told by several plastic surgeons has one of the most accurate sizes when it comes to bra's. I tried on a 34dd and it was too small. Tried a 36D and it fits good.Looks like as of this moment (for now) I'm a 36D. Wonder what size I would be at VS? Hmmmm ;) Updated on 11 Mar 2014: Yesterday i drove for the first time, went to school, was feeling serious pains on my scar area again. Made an appt for same day. I'm allergic to the tape. It was removed and I got to see my scar! Well I tried cause honestly they were both so thin! He did a great job. The scar area was very red but it was because the tape was irritating my skin. I'm getting my sutures of tomorrow!! Yayyy. Had to take a few more days off. The pain isn't working with me, I rubbed my boob in class by mistake hahahaha not good. I think that made me realize I still need to be at home. Today I just relaxed. Updated on 12 Mar 2014: Really tired.. I've been up since reallllllly early. Took of my sutures today, there's the pic of my left and right scar. My left came out awesome but the right one which has been the scar that's been hurting me really bad might have a keloid forming:( or at least it looks that way. It has glue on it now so I just gave to wait. I'm late on my 1 week pics I know lol. I'll try tonight:) Updated on 12 Mar 2014: Must've taken the pic at a bad angle yayyy here is another pic of the right scar... She's doing just fine. Just a bit bruised!! :D Updated on 14 Mar 2014: Luckily I took a break from school for the rest of this month and I run my business from home so I can sit at my desk topless if I want to. THESE BABIES ARE ON FIRE... Ouch! Everything off, bra, shirt, hands everything lol supersensitive all over nipples included.. P.s had boob greed yesterday... Guess how it went away??!! I tried on a padded bra and felt ridiculously huge, took it off and thought to myself, I hit this size right!! Perfect for me, no need to be bigger;) Updated on 15 Mar 2014: Still working from home.. Taking it slow. Slept better last night. Girls are still sensitive but not as much as yesterday. Updated on 18 Mar 2014: Just a few pics, after 2 weeks Updated on 21 Mar 2014: New BOOBIES and cold aren't mixing well with me... Every time i get the chills or feel cold, my nipples hurt and I feel my muscles in my chest get hard lol! Anyone else have something similar going on? I'm a few days past 2 weeks post op, I think. I've stopped counting. I see my PS again on Monday to see how the girlies are doing. They have there days. Some days they are squishy, others they are not. Somedays they feel like a part of me, others they don't. My 3d nipple situation is getting better. Also i noticed the other day my nipples were a bit darker after surgery and they are getting to there usual color again. Don't know what that's about but they hurt a bit so I know there alive lol! Still no sensation in my right nipple but I'm not worried cause I know that can take a while. I'm doing moderate house work. No mopping or vacuuming. Or walking my dog either.. He's pretty strong! Still having morning boob... Having to wait on my bed after I sit up for them to drop. Weird feeling. Not massaging (was told not to yet) but they are dropping naturally and extremely well on there own. I can lay on my side for max 10min and then I switch to the other side. Just to feel equal (I know it's weird) lol. Starting with my seasonal allergies which get really bad every yr. I was told by the PS NURSE that I can take Zyrtec. Which will be for now because I have to see an allergist, my allergies are severe.. Pollen makes my face swell. And this sneezing all day only 2 weeks post op is hurting my chest. Well, going to return to my daily activities.. Have a great day ladies!! Updated on 25 Mar 2014: Went to see my ps yesterday and although I was freaking out over the left breast feeling like a rock and feeling like the muscle was hugging my implant, everything is just fine!! Just that the right breast is healing faster that's all! Whew what a relief! I now am able to massage twice a day!! Yay and I am able to put silicone strips on my scars for faster and prettier healing! I can put a light cream on my skin because of the shedding but not near the scar area. By light he means baby lotion or dove. Nothing for stretch marks yet. Soooo happy!! Updated on 25 Mar 2014: Pics Updated on 26 Mar 2014: Start to feel like me again.. Must be because of the muscle relaxer my PS prescribed me. Still feeling the burning but the pain is gone!! AMEN to that!! Just laying here in bed with my scar tape on my beautiful girls.. Updated on 26 Mar 2014: Massaging has helped a ton!! They are even squishier (is that a word)?? Lol after the feeling of them fully dropping in the morning I massage and at night before bed:) Updated on 10 Apr 2014: Wow have the girls changed!! I believe they have dropped a ton.. They don't feel like strangers anymore. They feel like they're a part of me. I sleep on my side just fine, no pain. I did have boob greed for a bit but they look so natural to me and that was what I wanted. I am a 36d wireless bra and I haven't bought a wires bra yet but I did try on a 36d wired because I thought that was my size with all bras. Apparently not. 36D wired was too small. They didn't have a 36DD so I will have to check elsewhere. DD it is!! To me they honestly don't look that big. The DD cup bra looks so big and when I look at my breasts they don't look the same size lol. I haven't had anymore pains since the doc prescribed muscle relaxers. But I've been off of those for way over a week. I've been feeling great and back to my normal routine. On Monday I will be 6 weeks post op... Exercise here I come!! I'm so ready. My abs are next on my bucket list lol. I'll post more pics tomorrow. Just had a major test today (nursing) and my brain is just out of it lol Updated on 11 Apr 2014:
I'm getting a mommy makeover.The procedures i want to be included in the mommy make over are a mini tummy tuck,breast lift with implants and lipo on my back,sides and upper abdomen.My consultation date is January 13th and my surgery date in on February 6th.I know its wise to see different surgeons but i really like his work based on pictures so i know for sure hes the one i want.Hope im not wrong.I'll keep you updated with pics. Updated on 23 Dec 2013: How i look naked and with bra and panties.NASTY! Updated on 23 Dec 2013: before surgery Updated on 23 Dec 2013: I have a nice shape with clothes on .but when i take them off its a different story.I embarrassed to be intimate with someone because when i get naked all you see is sag and flab. Updated on 29 Dec 2013: Nothing new right now to report on.Just waiting on my consultation date which is in 2 weeks.On January 13th.OMG.I can literally say i'm obsessed with looking at photos and reviews on every forum out there.I research up to 10 hours a day 7 days a week.I cant get this operation out my head !!! February 6th hurry up come already.How do i get this surgery out of my head?its taking over my life. I'm just super excited.I guess all i can do is take it a day at a time. So far based on all my research i'm looking to get 500cc for my breast augmentation with no lift.But i guess ill see what the surgeon thinks at the consultation.My biggest fear is having boob greed after my operation.I'm going to include a few wish pic of how big i want my breast .I so cant wait to get rid off all this loose skin on my belly. cant wait for the new me. Updated on 29 Dec 2013: Age=26 years Height=5'2 weight=133 breast size=34b Updated on 29 Dec 2013: I want that round fake look.I dont care if people know their not mines. Ohh The struggle.I dont want them too big where i look like i might tip over but big enough to where i have a lotttttt of cleavage.Ill post some more wish pic later. Updated on 30 Dec 2013: I'm so impatient i wanna to call the office to see if anyone has any canceled consultation.I just want this process to speed up already. Im losing sleep cuz all i do is dream about my operation.I need to be patient.LOL.Easier said than done. Updated on 30 Dec 2013: sorry for the typos.My computer keeps auto correcting everything i write.Ughhhh Updated on 31 Dec 2013: Happy new years loves! Wishing you guys love ,laugh,happiness and new SEXY BODY!!! Updated on 13 Jan 2014: super excited .consultation on Wednesday the 15th .I finally gathered up some pics of how i want my breast to look and the size i want .Im hoping that 450cc will be enough cuz i really dont want to go bigger .So far the items i've purchase for this surgery are a recliner lift chair from rent a center for $104 .I also got to keep the chair and a Medline Raised Toilet Seat from walmart.I'll post pics of them later.Okay here are the pics im taking to my consultation. Updated on 13 Jan 2014: Updated on 13 Jan 2014: BREAST AUGMENTATION • What are my BWD? • I want a lot off upper pole fullness without having to wear a push a bra • Can I get a mini lift to get full upper pole? • how to avoid rippling and implants bottoming out • I want to achieve round fake look? • I want this look (show picture or describe it to PS) will it be a good look for me? Can you do it for me? • How many cc's do you recommend for the look I want? • Which is the best implant for me? (Textured, smooth, HP, UHP, mod, etc.) • What is the warranty for the implant? • How to avoid gaps in the breast? • What degree is MY sagginess? • Can I get my nipple re position higher without a lift? • What is the smooth round silicone? • I WANT A LOT OF CLEAVAGE AND PROjECTION • *I want a lot of cleave upper pole fullness? • *I want 450cc or more for cleavage? • *can I get donut lift? • *revision policy? • *do u guys do an ultimate lift/ The Ultimate Breast? • (Lift, which reshapes your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness, elevates them higher on the • Chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage? • Ask your PS in advance how he or she handles pain? TUMMY TUCK • I want muscle repair and do I need muscle repair? • I want lipo on my flanks /sides and stomach/love handles • How low can u make my scar? • Will I have drains? • Do you provide compression garment? • If not what is the best compression garment? • Best scar healing cream n where to get it from? • Where do I get the compression garment from? • Best scar treatment? • best silicone scar sheet treatment? • where to get it from/best brand? Updated on 13 Jan 2014: Some of the items on there are items that you ladies recommended so thanks a lot you guys :) Medications • Prescribed pain medications • Prescribed antibiotics • Prescribed anti-inflammatory medications • Prescribed anti-anxiety medications • Over the counter (OTC) sleep medications or ask your surgeon for a prescription • Prescribed medications the patient normally takes on a day to day or weekly basis Supplements & Vitamins • Arnica Montana • Topical Arnica Montana • Bromelain • Vitamin C, or Vicon C Miscellaneous Medications • Mild stool softeners • Antacids Other Supplies • Medication organizer or pill case (with days of the week and times) • Medication Time Schedule for when to administer medications • Dressings, sponges, gauze, • Triple antibiotic ointments • Antibacterial soap • Digital thermometer • Silicone sheeting or other scar therapies • Wetnaps • Heating pad (or a large tube sock filled with uncooked rice. This can be microwaved and retains heat very well. • Moisturizer • Kleenex Grocery Store • Bags of frozen peas • Plain, low sodium crackers • Bottled water • Frozen dinners • Low sodium soups (no Ramen) • Jello-O • Fresh fruit Department Store, Online Store, or Other • Compression Garments (medical quality only) • Extra pillows (varying in firmness), body pillows, Husband/recliner pillow • Pajamas, robe, or oversized, comfortable shirts that button in the front • Slippers or socks (with grip on the soles) • Hand mirror Updated on 19 Jan 2014: My consultation was on January 15th .It went super good.I love my Doctor .He was super friendly and made me feel very comfortable.He answered every question that i had .I even brought the list that i have above and he went through everything and answered it all.I'm super excited to find that i DONT NEED A breast lift.Thank God.He also said i don't need lipo suction.I was a little sad about that but i dont mind now cause that will be extra money in my pockets .I brought a picture of how i wanted my stomach to look after the tummy tuck (its one of my wish pic) He said he can get my dream stomach if i lose about 10 to 15 pounds.Right now i weigh 134 i guess he wants me to be at 120 so my tummy can be super flat.Also he said that would take care of the back fat and love handles.The only disappointing part about the consultation is he said im going to have a vertical scar due to me having a belly piercing wish im very sad about .During my next pre op appointment ill ask how long does he think the scar is going to be . I showed him the collage of how i wanted my breast to look he said that i shouldn't go that big because 5 years from now their not going to look so nice.His recommendation are that i go with 425cc max.so at the consultation i choose 375cc for the left and 400cc for the right. Since one breast is bigger than the other.At my next pre -op consultation im going to change my mind and go with 400 cc and 425 cc so i don't have to worry about the booby greed everyone gets. During the consultation I also was told to give them a urine sample since i was known to have chronic UTI.I also have to get checked again closer to my surgery date .Hopefully everything goes good.He said if i do have a UTI i have to reschedule the surgery because my UTI can cause an infection through my whole body.So in the meantime i'm making sure i take my cranberry supplement so i can avoid a UTI.I'll include a few pics of my consultation. Updated on 20 Jan 2014: Updated on 5 Feb 2014: Tomorrow is the big day.I go in at 7:15 am.Ill keep you guys posted as much as i can with pics and updates.Keep me in your prayers ladies. Updated on 6 Feb 2014: I did it yall.Here are a few pics.My PS was only able to fit 375cc on the left and 400 cc on the right.Im in pain but its tolerable as long as i keep up with my meds.Ill put some more pics and give u some more details later since i'm tired n sleepy from the meds. Updated on 6 Feb 2014: Sorry that's all that pic i can take before getting worn out. Updated on 7 Feb 2014: Here's a pic of my stomach.I have more.Ill upload the rest later.Its a little swollen above belly button. Updated on 7 Feb 2014: Updated on 7 Feb 2014: So far the pain level is not that bad.If i dont keep up with my pain meds every 4 hours i will be in big trouble.I cant walk straight.its super painful.My back feels sore.My breast aren't that bad.I love my boobs .Hopefully they dont go down too much .I'm currently taking arnica and bromelian so hopefully that will help with the swelling and bruising.Come to think of it i dont have any bruises.Maybe its because i didnt get any lipo done.My Ps thought that getting lipo would be to much work done at once.I also had bought the vitamin pack from make me heal so hopefully it will help me have a easier recovery. To be honest im in pain but since i really wanted this surgery i dont really mind it.I did have drains.Hopefully i get to take it off when i go see my PS next week.The drain arn't that bad.I rather have the drain so all that liquid isn't stuck around my stomach. so far im loving my results.if you guys have any question let me know.Also im not wearing any compression garment until the drain tubes are remove cuz i dont think i can handle all the pain it might cause. Im currently sleeping on my recliner chair.I dont know what i would do with out it.The recliner is a must have if your doing a tummy tuck.Thank goodness for all the info on here it made me well prepared emotionally and mentally for this procedure. Updated on 10 Feb 2014: I think something is seriously wrong.Since day one i've been experiencing major swelling above my BB .I hope its not seroma or is it him not tightening my muscle tight enough above my Belly button?What does it look like to you guys? Since the first day my stomach has never been flat its always been swollen over my belly button.I'm not even sure if its swelling. I'm panicking over here .I see him on Wednesday and ill see what he says.I hope he doesn't brush it off and says it swelling. Wednesday cant get here fast enough.My biggest fear is having to go back for a revision.one i don't have the money for it and two i don't want to add more to the recovery time. What do you guys think ? you ladies with a tummy tuck experience were you completely flat when you weren't swelling ?or have you always had a little swelling above the belly button? if you look at my first pic of my belly you can see the swelling .Ahhhhhhhhh please help.I need to just breath and calm down.Thanks for reading me going crazy over here. Updated on 10 Feb 2014: Updated on 12 Feb 2014: I saw my Ps today and he confirmed everything is okay.The swelling i'm experiencing is normal and its not seroma.(Thank goodness) He said the reason im swelling is because the area experienced trauma due to the fact he had to pull the skin extra tight and he had to make me a new belly button .I guess i was panicking because the swelling was painful and unbearable yesterday .So ladies it has been confirmed its okay to be swelling 24/7.(Yikes).I wonder if swelling in that area is ever going to go down and when.so the crisis is over.On a brighter note he took out one of my drains.He said i can wait to get the other taken drain out on Friday which is in 2 days or wait Monday .I have a appointment then to take out my sutures under my breast.I think i might wait Monday since i don't want all that fluid in my belly. Im not sure though cuz the drain are a pain in my butt. SO heres pics of the girls on day 6 . Updated on 12 Feb 2014: My Ps said its time start wearing a compression garment.So i went to Walmart and bought five of them and tried all of them at home to see which one fit me the best so far i love the one i posted a pic of .im going to return the rest.The one in the pic below is so comfortable, i love it.so if you haven't found the right compression garment hit walmart and see if you like that one.The only thing i wish it came in xs-mall but still i still feel like its worth it.I bought a fajas on ebay for $75 sz large and it wouldnt fit.what a waste of money .Thats why i like to buy items at a store instead of online cuz you can try and return it to the store if you dont like it.Oh well .I guess ill try to sell it back on ebay..Believe it or not i love wearing the compression garment it helps with my back pain and also its easier to get out of my recliner with it.Also so far i feel so much better with it on.The CG makes the swelling less painful cuz the garment is helping push down on my belly which is helping with the pain .At my appointment today i also asked my doctor can he please prescribe me muscle relaxers and he did.Yes!! The muscle relaxers works so much better than pain killers in my opinion.Especially if you had a breast augmentation.Sometime i would feel my breast tightening up and a burning sensation.After taking the muscle relaxer today the pain from my breast and implants tightening up is not that bad.A lot of ladies swore by the muscle relaxers so im so happy my PS let me get them . I love him.Good luck ladies and happy healing. Here a few pic with my compression garment on.which i love.It so comfortable. Updated on 17 Feb 2014: Hello ladies. Has everybody's healing going ?so far mine has been going awesome. Today I went to see my surgeon and the nurse took off my sutures from my breast it was a painless ,easy process. Took less than five minutes. As far as my swelling go ,I still do swell just above my belly button but it's getting a lot better especially when I wear my compression garment. I'm trying to slowly but surely get off my pain medicine I only take them at night now. I'm still sleeping on the recliner I tried sleeping on my bed last night but it was still uncomfortable so I'll stick to the recliner for another two weeks. Hopefully in four weeks I'm up and feeling so much better because right now it hasnt been two weeks and I feel pretty good. I can cook, clean ,drive and grocery shop so that's a plus. the only thing is I still get a lot of back pain. Still not fully walking straight yet but I'm okay with that. If you have any questions about recovery just leave them below and I'll be happy to answer them . ciao :) Updated on 17 Feb 2014: Sorry for the typos I'm updating it from my phone using Google voice so I try to hurry up and submit it before it erase everything. I've had to write my reviews a few times because it keep wiping everything out .Again sorry for the typos. Updated on 19 Feb 2014: Sport bra shopping ! Updated on 26 Feb 2014: Ive been having problems with a lump i've develop in my upper belly button.Its been really bothering me.At first remember i was complaining, thinking it was swelling.It turn out to be more than swelling. I've actually develop a hematoma.Its really making me depress .Cuz i have a big lump there that doesn't want to go away.Its there 24/7.I knew with surgeries complications happens.I just never thought it would happen to me.Ive been trying to message it.Hopefully it will go away on its own.My PS said give it 4-6 month before we take action.Now im left looking disform :( At my my Dr.appointment today i was also able to take out my streri strips off and got a chance to see how my scar look.It doesnt look to good.but i was expecting that cuz its only been three weeks.so i cant expect for it to look to good. Surprisingly im not sad about the scar.I'd choose it over my sagging belly .All in all even with the hematoma im still really happy i went with this surgery.When in doubt i just go looks at my pre-operation pictures and know i made the right decision.Hope all is well with you guys. Updated on 2 Mar 2014: Happy Sunday ladies. So far I am three weeks and a few days post operation. So far everything is looking good. I'm still swelling but the swelling is getting less and less. Also the hematoma that I have seems like it's going down. What I do is ,every day I take a hot towel and put it over the lump and massage it . so far that seems to be working. My tummy is looking better and better each day .Thank goodness for that. My breast seems like they're getting smaller LOL. Maybe I'm just getting a case of booby greed. Here I thought when I first had them they were a little bit too big for me. I love how my breast look naked but in clothes they seem to disappear a little. Nothing a extra padded bra at Victoria's Secret can't fix . I really don't want my breast to be too big in fear of sagging too early. So far I'm just loving the new me. I just feel so blessed that I was able to get this surgery . I'm just so surprised how I don't mind the Scar from the tummy tuck . I guess I hated my sagging belly more than I hate scarring. I'm probably going to start the silicone sheet in the next few days so the scar could start looking better. Well let me stop rambling LOL. At the three weeks Mark I'm able to stand straight, sleep on my bed, Cook, clean. Pretty much everything except for lifting anything heavy. I also try not to push anything so I don't pull a muscle. I'm going to give myself three more weeks before I go back to work but I'm pretty much feeling really good. I'm also off all my pain medicine. so far great experience .I have my good days and bad days but so far still very happy I went through with this here some new pictures. Hope everybody is feeling and healing beautifully . Happy Sunday ladies. Updated on 2 Mar 2014: Updated on 10 Mar 2014: Pics of my new body .Yessss!!!! Updated on 10 Mar 2014: So far I'm doin great.Still gettin sharp pains near my sideboob when I do too much .but nothin unbearable.Ladies if your thinkin about doin this makeover , stop Thinkin about doin it n go research the best PS in your area cuz this makeover is more than worth it .I feel like a new me.I don't even recognize myself when I look in the mirror.I still get swelling but not that bad.The hematoma is still here but not that noticeable but i can still feel it there.oh well.Enough about me how is y'all dolls doin? here's some pics I forgot to upload :) Updated on 16 Mar 2014: 5 weeks post op.Everythin lookin good still Lovin my body.lately I've been wishing I had lipo done on my flanks and backside .I don't know.i might try to lose the weight myself.Nothin just updating u ladies :) Happy healing ladies Updated on 10 Apr 2014: Updated on 15 Apr 2014: Hello ladies its been a while since i updated .Everything is healing beautifully.I love my girls.Im addicted to shopping for bras.I got these beautiful bras at Victoria secret .Their having a sale on them for $35 dollars.So i got every color.The name of the bra is called the closeup.I love the cleavage it gives me plus i love the way it makes the girls look. As far as my tummy tuck i still swell if i do too much.I', going to try to lose about 5 to10 pounds like my PS recommends so i can get a flatter belly.I just dont want to lose my shape while im losing all this weight.LOL.Im treating my scar with silicone sheet and kelocote.So far no regrets still the best decision n best money i ever spent. Updated on 8 Jun 2014: Updated on 8 Jun 2014: Updated on 12 Jun 2014: I'm 12 weeks post op.Through all the craziness i still think my mommy makeover is worth it.I have a few things i wish i can change.For one i really wish i had lipo on my back,flanks ,upper abdomen and back.I remeber when i first wrote my review thats exactly what i wanted.but my PS didnt think it was safe to do lipo with my tummy tuck.I guess he thought it would take to long.I guess im going to have to go back and get it done because im still not satisfied with my results.I really hate my love handles.It doesnt matter how much i work out the love handles are still there.I talk to my PS about it he said its not fat,its extra skin he has to cut off .He said hes going to have to extend my tummy tuck scar so we can get rid of the love handles.I wish he would of done the first time but i guess he didnt want to give me a long scar.Now i gotta pay more money and go through recovery again.cest la vie . As far as my breast go.I really hate the natural look.Dont judge me but i want the fake look.I really like the upper fullness you get from the fake look.I was really contemplating changing my silicon to salines but i asked a few doctors on here and they said don't go through with it because i would need a lift to get the look i want.I guess 5-10 years from now i'll consider a lift but for now ill wear a really good victoria secret push up bra.What i've learned through this whole process is your not going to look how you envision.Also with surgery always comes more surgery. I see my PS on august 2nd by then i'll set a date for the lipo and tummy scar extension .Ladies thats been through this surgery keep your head up. cuz its definitely an emotional roller coaster.I know i've had my fair share of wishful thinking but one thing i can say is i look sooooo much better now then i did before surgery so im happy .Well have a good day and Happy healing my loves!! Updated on 13 Jun 2014: Ready just in time for summer ,THANK YOU MOMMY MAKE OVER!!! I GET THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS. A AWESOME KID AND A HOT BODY.I ALSO RECENTLY LOST 9 POUNDS SO I CAN IMPROVE MY RESULTS.9 MORE POUNDS TO GO.GOOD LUCK CHICAS Updated on 28 Aug 2014: The good ,the bad and the ugly.Ill write my review below Updated on 18 Nov 2014: It's been nine months.I'm really, really, super happy with my result.BUT i have horrible muffin top .Also my upper stomach has a bulge .Hopefully lipo will take it away.I feel so bad for not being ALL THE WAY HAPPY with my result .But i just want the body that i vision in my head.its going to cost me an extra $4000.Yikes.I think this is my last surgery so i pray that he sucks out all the fat out so i dont have to go back under the knife.I truly tried to lose weight but my love handles were not disappearing .Ughhh.Everyone feels like i look fine but in my mind i dont think so.My family is actually starting to say im addicted to surgery but im not .Ill show you pics instead of rambling on. Updated on 16 Dec 2014: Updated on 16 Dec 2014: Updated on 3 Jan 2015: I'm almost 3 weeks out.i'm doing a lot better.no more back pain.The swelling isnt that bad unless I eat something with salt or sodium.i've lost 2 pounds LOL.not a lot but better than nothing.oh yeah by the way I started corset training.I want that hourglass shape.that's why got lipo in the first place my waist is currently 28 inches , I want to get it down to 22 inches.i'll keep you updated with the corset training results.what I love about corset training is it helps me with my Food portion. I can't tell you how happy I am to get rid of my back fat.my flanks are still swollen.I hope it goes down a lot more .I can't wait till I start working out again i'm currently 129 my goal weight is 125.I so can't wait to see my final result.can't wait to see how I'm going to look three months from now.so far my tummies tuck scar revision is looking good. The reason why had a revision is because my scar had raised up. Im using silicone sheet on it early so the could look and heal faster.good luck ladies stay strong. Updated on 13 Jan 2015: Updated on 16 Jan 2015: My first video !! 11 months post mommy makeover Updated on 16 Jan 2015:
My Doctor's name is Paredes and he was amazing. From the second I met him in the consultation he made me feel at ease and excited about the surgery. I chose him because I like the pictures of the patients he had previously preformed the augmentation surgery on. They had very even breasts and that's really what I was going for. Previously I was a 36B on a good day. I went in his office with the intentions of getting a Large C to a small D. My surgery was only about a week ago so I have not been sized yet but I am very pleased with the outcome. The implants that I chose were the 375cc and 350cc Ultra High Profile. I was a little nervous about this implant size because it is a newly used implant and there aren't a lot of pictures of it on the internet right now. But because of a dip in my chest these proved to be the best implant for me because if I had gone with the HP implants I wouldn't have been able to go as high in the cc's and the dip in my chest would have actually made them look even smaller. Over all I really believe that this was the best decision of my life I am so much happier about the way my body looks and am looking forward to being able to go bra shopping in a few months. :) Updated on 3 Jun 2013: Today I woke up and realized...Wow, I have had Ta Ta's for two whole weeks now! I am very happy about the decision I made to have this done and I'm so mad I didn't have them done sooner!! At first my breasts were very swollen very tender. They looked square and it was very difficult to move around because of the pain, but now most of the swelling is gone and I hardly have any pain ( Unless I squeeze them :P ). I am getting some shooting pains that are like I'm being pinched on the inside but my doctors says that this is completely normal. But the thing I am most excited about is how even they are now, now they aren't perfectly even, but they are WAY better than before. My nipples have started to become a little more sensitive, but that isn't very bothersome so far. I cant wait to go bra shopping and see what size I am but that will be 4 more weeks until I can do that. Um, oh I am doing the breast massages and using BIO OIL for the stretch marks and ladies seriously this Bio Oil stuff is awesome. I have had stretch marks since having my first son and after two weeks of using it I can already see a difference in the appearance of the stretch marks. They are much lighter now and blend in with the skin surrounding them much better than before. Hopefully this product continues to improve but we will see!
I'm having a hysterectomy and tummy tuck at the same time.. I'm a bit worried but I'm sure it will be a great improvement. I'm 150lbs/ 5'6/ white I gained about 10 lbs and YES I will blamey IUD for it and for my prolapse uterus, reason for the hysterectomy.. I'm trying to make it a win-win by doing the tummy tuck Updated on 27 Jun 2015: I had it done June 25th, right after the surgery I felt great.. Only pain was in and out of bed, otherwise I've been feeling good, I was worried about depression since I suffer from it but my mood has been stable and I feel happy.. Today is my 3rd day & I've been walking around more. I had lipo on my upper and lower back, been puttin arnica lotion and idk if it works or not but it feels good.. Dr Paredes is the best! The staff was so great and professional, I'm so grateful to have them as my team! Will upload pics as soon as things get better! Updated on 6 Jul 2015: I'm extremely happy with the whole procedure! Everyone was/has been great! I still have 1 drain in place but it better than the alternative.. It doesn't bother me at all! I bought some "spanx" which looked flimsy until I tried them on!! Waoo that stuff works!! I bought like a bodysuit so It can over my breasts also and half my thighs.. Today I had sex for the 1st time! I'm a little worried ???????? but I hope nothing bad happens. Dr Paredes saw me and as usual super nice, he says it looks great! And I believe him! Look for yourselves. I started to use "scar care" roll on for the areas where lipo was done.. I still have the steristrips on the imission, which he recommends to not touch until the 3-4th week! Best office ever! Updated on 19 Jul 2015: I'm feeling my great self as usual! I can walk straight now and sleep on my side.. Jiat started the Endermology "massages" and they feel great, I got a headache right after it and gonna blame it on all the toxins and cramp it prob moved around. Started working also, I'm a dental hygienist and sit most of the day.. Felt tired but I can make it. I'm wearing the compressions Gardment all the time and bought like 5 so I let them "breath" and not over stretch them, it actually feels great!! Enjoy the pics! Updated on 23 Jul 2015: Okkk so steristrips started to fall off.. I bought the silon scar remover system And I love it because it has the shape of the scar and it covers it well.. Just washed it and took a pic of the scar itself Here it is.. The vertical scar is where my old belly button was..????????
Like most, I have been contemplating this surgery for years. After befriending several wonderful women who unabashedly made the decision years ago to upgrade their boobies, I finally found the support I had needed to feel good about this choice! After deciding where to have my procedure (decided local was best because I don't really have the means to travel far for appointments), I selected Dr. Paredes based on research and recommendation. At my consultation, I told Dr. Paredes and staff I was hoping to increase by a cup size. But the longer I wait (and browse RealSelf), the more antsy I become about my sizing. I'm intending to try on sizers again at my pre-operative appointment. My biggest concern is my breasts looking noticeably larger under clothing or fake. I have worn heavily padded bras for ages, but if my mother ever knew I had made the decision to actually enhance what nature gave me, she would be very upset. Currently, I am 5'9" about 117lbs, athletic, but very slender. I wear a 32B-C depending on the bra. At my consultation I selected 250cc silicone, under-muscle with a breast crease incision, moderate plus profile. I am certain I do not want high profile implants, but I'm wondering if I should size up to 300cc. Any input is greatly appreciated! Updated on 19 Apr 2015: Currently a 32B or faux 32C if wearing Victoria's Secret! I'm 5'9", 117lbs. Thinking 250cc silicone, but planning to try on sizers again tomorrow at pre-op! Updated on 20 Apr 2015: Just finished my pre-op and paid my bill in full (yikes!!). Compared the 250cc to the 275cc and really preferred 275. (You can see the poor quality photo of the 275 versus my natty boob.) My doctor was not going to let me try on 300 because he said there was no way they would fit. Despite being tall, I am very slender. He said he will try to fit the 275, but if they look too cramped, I will have the 250. Recieved all of my scripts for my meds and my pre-op instructions. It's only two weeks away! Getting excited! Updated on 20 Apr 2015: I have a wonderful friend helping me for the first few days post surgery, but I'm wondering if I need to be worried about walking my two mutts. Anyone have furkids and some insight? Updated on 23 Apr 2015: Last night I was feeling the feels about surgery. Getting a little worried and anxious that it's "wrong." Then I went to lay by the pool this afternoon and remembered how frustrating wearing a swimsuit feels without boobies! Trying to be extra healthy these next two weeks to keep my mind right and my body spunky! Updated on 29 Apr 2015: Getting more and more nervous and excited. Updated on 7 May 2015: Today is the day! I told myself if I woke up with slightly larger boobs, I'd call the whole thing off. Well, I did not wake up with those boobs. My procedure is scheduled for later this afternoon. My last snack was at 10pm last night, so I anticipate feeling like complete poo after surgery. Anesthesia makes me sick, so coupled with a very empty stomach, I imagine I will be feeling crummy. I am allowed to drink water until mid-morning, at least. I know my doctor will make the call today between 250 and 275. I keep going back and forth between what I want. Part of me really hopes for the 275, and the more conservative part of me wants the 250. I trust Dr. Parades to make a good call. Just some last minute cleaning and errands to run to keep myself occupied, and then it's Hello, New Boobs! Updated on 7 May 2015: Back home! Feeling sore and a little winded, but otherwise good! Dr. Parades seemed more excited than I was before surgery started. He kept saying everything was going to look awesome. Fingers crossed! The 275cc fit, but they look huge to me right now! Dr. Parades said if they were at all too large or looked unnatural, he would use the 250cc. I trust him, so I know it's just swelling and such. But they seem massive! About to eat a meal, since I haven't eaten since last night. Hoping to feel well tomorrow, too! Updated on 9 May 2015: I had my dressing change yesterday morning, and I was feeling pretty OK afterwards. Unfortunately, a few hours later, I was really not feeling well. Spent most of yesterday in my bed. Luckily, I have not been nauseous or sick, just very sore, and I am carrying around a LOT of water weight. My whole upper body is very swollen. Updated on 15 May 2015: It's officially been a week, and I am much happier on the whole. I was very concerned at first that my size was too large, but the swelling went down considerably on Day 5, and that made a much needed positive impact! For any of the lankier ladies following my progress, my doctor told me (and was 100% correct) that my bloating could be bad. I was carrying a ton of water weight for a few days, and I did need to go buy and take laxatives. I'm actually still using them, despite the fact that I have been able to eat regularly throughout this process. Just a heads up on that. I also had a lot of side swelling that really messed with me emotionally. None of my clothes fit at first, which shocked me because I had never intended to look massively chesty. But all that swelling has gone, and I'm now very happy with the results! My stitches come out Monday! Thank you for all the support and well wishes :) Updated on 21 May 2015: Two weeks today. As of about three days ago, my left boob has been slightly more swollen. It protrudes maybe 1.0 cm more than my right breast, and I can "feel" it more. Right boob is pretty much "at home," which makes sense to me because I'm right-handed and use that side more. Begrudgingly following doctors orders about resting. I was very active before surgery so the restrictions on the gym are starting to make me stir crazy. Otherwise, all is well! Updated on 4 Jun 2015: Boob greed! I've lost about an inch in bust width, and I am pretty sad about it. I was hoping to stay at 35". In my heart I know I picked the right implants, and I know I was so freaked when I thought they were too large, but I did get used to my week two/three size. I've been using my silicone scar tape all day, every day. The scars look good, but they do feel raised. Otherwise, everything feels much softer, and I have yet to actually see or feel the implants, which makes me very happy!
Laila, a cheeklift is designed to improve the apearance of the lower eyelid and the skin just below it in the upper cheek region. It can tighten skin and minimize any bulging fat bags. It may have a small effect on the nasolabial fold (smile crease), but it is subtle. It will have no effect on the upper eyelid skin excess, but upper lid blepharoplasty is often combined with a lower lid cheeklift in the same operation. The operation can be safely performed in the appropriate patient. Your surgeon should know what to look for on physical exam and must be experienced in performing cheeklifts to avoid common pitfalls and complications.
