My breast augmentation is in 3 days! I am 171cm (5'7), 50kg, 29yo. I am completely flat chested, and also have an active lifestyle (yoga, running, pilates) so do not want anything too big on my frame. I have selected 250 and 275cc HP UTM after trying sizers, crisalex and discussion with Dr Taras. She will bring both on the day so will decide then. I know there is not much difference between the two sizes, but it has been a hard decision - the too small or too big dilemma! I would be happy with a full B cup, or small C. My surgeon is Dr Angie Taras who is absolutely lovely, I have had great experiences with her so far. She has been really patient when answering all my questions and putting up with my indecisiveness. I have been to probably 5+ consults since I was 18 and had the best experience by far with her. All the others were encouraging me to go 300 and above, and didn't seem to understand my goals. I love that she said to me "I prefer the look of smaller breasts, I don't encourage patients to go too big." Updated on 5 Jun 2024: In about 5 hours I am going to wake up with boobs! I am surprisingly calm and not really nervous at all. Don't get me wrong, I have been anxious in the past weeks but not recently... Just excited! I have been dreaming of this forever. When I was a teen I used to have dreams of puberty finally hitting and waking up with boobs. Then reality set in and I was heartbroken. . This is quite a change because I have always felt so much shame that they are unnaturally small and that I never developed in the way a woman should. I would always feel so awkward about them and go to great lengths to hide them. This was all coming from me, none of my partners ever minded. Since booking the surgery, I have found a lot more acceptance with my breasts now. Sometimes I can believe they are cute and unique for me. I dont feel that people judge me anymore, and I know that it is only a tiny factor in my overall worth or appearance. Regardless, I am so excited to have more shape and feel confident in my body. Updated on 6 Jun 2024: I went to sleep and woke up with tata’s! So far the pain has been pretty minimal and have still been pretty active. Dr Taras uses the rapid recovery method so I am hoping for a smooth recovery, although I know the pain might get worse over the next two days. I had a peak at the girls and they look so good! Definitely swollen and sitting high but I am really happy with the size. I was so scared they would look too big but when I put clothes on you wouldn’t know. They still look small but full and perky, and they fit my frame. It is so crazy seeing myself with breasts. I have always fantasized for this! I’m a happy gal :) Updated on 7 Jun 2024: I can’t believe this is my body! I am already so happy with how they look. I have tried on some bikinis and bralettes. I can fit into most of the same things, they are just filling them out so much better. The recovery really hasn’t been too bad. I have been able to do most things for myself, apart from reach too high or open heavy doors. I’ve still been making my own meals and getting myself out of bed etc I don’t feel any shooting pain, and they don’t even feel numb. Just a bit of tightness but even that is getting better. I haven’t even had the bloating or constipation most girls complain of. In terms of meds, I’ve been taking the anti biotics and paracetamol 4x a day, but starting to not need to heavy painkillers anymore. Sleeping has also been fine, but I have been taking one of the narcs just to make sure I sleep. I had a post op yesterday and was given the strap to wear. The nurse said I need to wear it 24/7 for 6 weeks. I am not looking forward to that! Updated on 11 Jun 2024: Every day I love them more! They are still high and tight, but i've started trying on some of my dresses and tops to see how they look. There white dress I bought for my wedding after party dress but never wore it because I was I could not hide how flat chested I was... well now I have cleavage! I know they arent huge by any standards but they are life changing for me! I am amazed by how easily the recovery is. I was expecting so much worse. I can do most things for myself, even making dinner and very light cleaning. I even went for a drive to the shops today. I just have to be careful and not do too much because I don't want to impact the healing. 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Updated on 14 Jun 2024: 9dpo - I am pretty much pain free and have full mobility of my arms. My energy is great and I don't need to take any pain meds. I have started to sleep less inclined (my surgeon said I could after 2 days). I took the scar tape off today to replace it, and they are healing really well and are quite small. The recovery has been so easy, I can't believe it. I did get a rash from being in the bra 24/7 which was really painful, however I called the surgeon office and she recommended cortisone ointment which cleared it up immediately. I'm prone to skin rashes so i wasn't too worried. In terms of the size, they still feel really big but I know this is just because I am used to having any boobs. I feel that they suit my frame well. I don't have any regrets about the size, I know I will get used to them and the swelling will go down anyway. Updated on 21 Jun 2024: I’ve been doing massages for about a week and they feel softer everyday. There’s definitely a bit of drop and fluff happening and they are starting to look more round at the bottom and less high. I’m back at work, driving and living life mostly as usual. I obviously can’t run or workout which has impacted my mood a bit, but overall I’m so much happier because I finally have breasts. I’m still getting used to them, sometimes I think they look too big for me? I know they aren’t a large size but coming from nothing it’s quite an adjustment. Updated on 26 Jun 2024: They are dropping more and more. Love them! Still wearing the compression bra and strap every day. They are small enough to not be obvious but large enough to fill out all my clothes so much better. I finally feel feminine! Recovery is going great, no pain, bruising or stretch marks. Never really lost any sensation in my breasts or nipples. I only notice a bit of discomfort with push or pull movements (like opening a sliding door). I’m back at work and driving since 1.5 weeks ago. Updated on 29 Jun 2024: Doing a break down of all the costs including extra things I bought... Mainly for my own interest but maybe it well help someone else as well! I went with Dr Angie Taras through Minkst. Also including some update photos that show the scars without the tape. Prices in AUD Surgery $8900 Surgery Warranty $590 Pre-Surgery Consult $300 (I had about 5 other consults with different PS over the years haha but I wont include those) Medications (approx $90) Total Surgery Cost: $9680 Additional: 3x post-surgery bras $60 (if you're in Australia Kmart have a 2 pack for $20 which are amazing!) Arnica Tablets $30 (didnt notice much difference) Probiotics $30 (to help after antibiotics) Micropore Tape $3 U shaped pillow $30 (very helpful!) Ice packs $10 (didnt need these much) Cortisone ointment $10 (got a rash from wearing the bra all the time) button up PJs $30 (not necessary but I wanted some nice PJs for recovery) TOTAL $9823 Updated on 15 Jul 2024: I had my 6 week post op appointment with Dr Taras. She confirmed everything is healing as it should and I can start resuming all my normal activities including exercise!! YAY!! I went for a run today, just a slow 4km with some walk breaks. Apart from being very unfit, I felt pretty good and no pain at all in my chest. I did try a yoga/chaturanga push up and nearly fell on my face.. My chest muscles are really weak so I'll give it some more time before I do anything like that. My breasts are continuing to drop and settle more, and becoming a lot more soft. The scars are small and dont bother me too much, though I need to keep taping them until 3months. Overall, I'm really happy and I love them, my confidence in my body has improved so much! I tried on some wirefree bras as I have an upcoming holiday and I am a full B to small C cup, which is exactly what I wanted. Updated on 3 Aug 2024: I’m currently on holidays and this will be the first summer with my new breasts! I used to hate swimming or wearing bikinis but I am feeling much more confident. In terms of recovery, there’s no pain and they feel very soft. I’m sleeping on my tummy and can pick up a large suitcase. Of course I’m not pushing it but I’m really happy with how the recovery process has been! I’m also thrilled with the results and feel like Dr Taras performed exactly what I wanted. I know that they will continue to look better as the months progress but I’m over the moon now. Highly recommend Dr Taras and the Minkst group. Updated on 11 Nov 2024: Everything is going well! Super happy with the results and my healing. They have certainly dropped heaps and are looking more natural, although I think they still feel a little firm compared to natural breasts. I sleep on my stomach all the time with no pain, do running and upper body workouts (no chest) and I have started yoga again. The chaturanga push ups still feel a little strange, but getting easier all the time. I'm very happy with the size. They are subtle enough that I don't think many would notice, but I can get cleavage and shape when I want to show them off. I think they fit perfectly with my body shape and lifestyle. Updated on 9 Jan 2025: I have had lots of questions lately from women going a similar or slightly larger size wondering if the implants might be too big. I can only answer from my perspective: I dont feel like they are too big for me. In fact, they are still relatively small breasts (B/C cup). I feel like they are perfect for my frame and my starting point. I don't have much cleavage though I can enhance that if I want with a push up bra. I have rarely felt the "boob greed" that is so often spoken about, as having any boob is such a novelty after all those boob-less years haha. However, I could imagine that someone with either a larger frame or starting with more breast tissue may want a bigger size. I have attached some recent pictures as well as pictures in different types of clothing to show that they can look natural or more 'out there' depending on what I wear.
I cannot praise Angie and her staff enough. Tummy tuck and liposuction procedure and was able to go home the same day. Unbelievable. I feel so great. My only regret is not doing this long ago. I definitely recommend this practice to anyone who wants a 5 star procedure and practice. Will definitely come back
I’m currently just 4 days out from having had my fat transfer to the breasts, with lipo and I am happy I made the choice to go ahead. It was a good experience for me choosing the surgery with Dr Taras, and the team at avenue aesthetic surgery. They were highly professional and took the best care of me the whole way through. I’m still so early in my healing process that I can’t gauge much in terms of my final result, but sufficed to say that I am happy with the amount of volume I was able to get put in (450cc each side) and I’m looking forward to seeing how my body looks in a few months time! - Will update with a final round of photos then.
Amazing surgeon. Highly recommend! The before and aftercare was exceptional. I had a particularly tricky issue that needed to be corrected (after surgery by another surgeon) and she did a fantastic job. I can't wait to see it after it has healed. The care is second to none, the nurses, staff at front desk and of course Dr Taras, are always so lovely and welcoming. The little gift pack post surgery was a beautiful touch too.
Dr. Taras and her team were a dream to deal with. They were all very kind and knowledgeable, also their communications skills were next to none. Nothing was too hard or complicated for Dr.Taras she is a wonderful and compassionate Dr. I felt so at ease on our first meeting/consultation. Dr.Taras is very patient and very genuine all her opinions and advice is next level, she is a Dr. that cares for her patients welfare. I’m more then elated with Dr.Taras and my results as she made magic happen. The pre and post care was excellent, the clinic and surgery rooms were immaculate which I believe is a reflection of the work she does. If your looking for any kind of breast work be it augmentation or a reduction and lift please don’t hesitate to look any further the Dr. Taras, she truly goes above and beyond for her patients.
Im very unhappy with my results. I don't want to say too much but definitely would not recommend. Developed a Haematoma and infection, nurses lacked care in dressing me with undergarments, stitches were left in and forgotten to be removed until I raised the issue, overall worst experience of my life. Please see photos and decide for yourself. Overall would not recommend
