Ann F. Reilley, MD (retired)

I had saline 350cc sub muscular implants placed through peri areolar incision in February 2008. Prior to the augmentation I was probably about a 30-32 a or b, but I wasn't wearing a properly fitting bra so all I know for sure is that my boobs were small. I'm 5'3 and was about 125lbs.
It was a boob job well done, but I never exactly felt comfortable. I asked for full c cup but was probably around a d-dd. in a properly fitting bra I was a 30 e. I found myself wearing sports bras a lot and trying to minimize the bulk on my chest.
Fast forward 6 years and my firstborn is 11 months but doesn't seem to be weaning anytime soon. also, we are planning to try for #2 soon. So, I don't think I'll be done breastfeeding for a long time. I've grown more and more annoyed by these boobs and once I got pregnant and my milk came in I regretted them more than ever. Not only did I resent them because I could have ruined my chance to nurse my son, but I was so huge and engorged the implants made everything worse. Nursing was difficult for us in the beginning and I thought many times that not having implants would have made it easier.
I've lost about 10lbs since getting the implants, I feel totally top heavy, uncomfortable, and annoyed by these bags. Also running is aggravating.
I must say, if I never would have gotten them, I don't think I could appreciate my natural body as much, but I can't help but feel some regret.
I have scheduled my explant with dr ann reilley in Baton Rouge for October 7. She was the first surgeon I consulted with. I tried to get in touch with dr Gary cox but his nurse never called me back and that was months ago so that kinda put me off.
I was very comfortable with dr reilley, she didn't try to dissuade me at all. The breastfeeding detail didn't seem to faze her. She offered to drain the implants right then and there. I decided to wait until the operation so I didn't have to pay and extra $100. It will be performed under local anesthesia with IV sedation. I will not be having a lift or a capsulectomy. I will have an infra mammary incision this time because obviously going through the original nipple incision would make breastfeeding a little tricky.
I've been having second thoughts but that's normal (especially for me). I really think I will be so glad about this decision. Let's hope so. I'll put up some pics later and update on surgery day.

Updated on 25 Sep 2014:


Updated on 5 Oct 2014:
Well I had my preop visit last week and signed consents, paid and got instructions. If I was going to bail out, it would be now. I guess it's just normal to have second thoughts. But even when my boobs get smaller after breastfeeding I still don't think I would ever be happy with these things in me.
Surgery is Tuesday morning. I'm getting pretty excited.
I'm supposed to be using hibicleanse the night before, but I don't think you're supposed to use that while breastfeeding. I'll be calling them tomorrow to confirm my appt and I'll ask them about it.
Also, I was just planning on taking tylenol and Advil for pain since I'm nursing. Hope I'm not being naive.

Updated on 7 Oct 2014:
Surgery went great. They doped me up with versed and fentanyl. Which according to the infant risk hotline I would need 4 hrs to clear breastmilk. (I just had to avoid getting hibicleanse on the nipple. They covered my nipples with tegaderms to make sure none got on there because they also used it for the surgery prep.) I am supposed to wait 6 hrs past when feeling returns to the incision site before resuming breastfeeding. I am about to dump some pumped milk which makes me sad.
I am just now starting to have the smallest amount of burning to the incisions. It's only been itching up until this point. I have only a front closure bra and dressings over the incisions. No wrap or drains.
I am shocked by how much breast tissue I have. Of course when I'm full of milk they look better but even after I pump I'm pleased. I feel so normal now. I'm so glad I went through with this. I guess things went so well that she decided I don't have to come in for the 1st postoperative (2 day) visit. I have an appointment for next Thursday instead. I'll take off my dressings and start showering in 48hrs. So happy!!

Updated on 14 Oct 2014:
So happy! Breastfeeding is fine. Did a little too much yesterday at work and ended up a little sore but other than that this has been a very easy recovery.

Updated on 7 Nov 2014:
Still totally happy with my decision. They look better than I ever expected. Ever since I over did it a little at work 1 week post op, I've been having nerve pain about 2 inches under my right incision. Incision on that side is still numb. Hopefully this will resolve soon. I hope I didn't mess anything up because I had zero pain the first week. I'll update at 6 months. Hopefully better by then :)

Had loose skin hanging in a flap below waist from 2 pregnancy's stretching (gave birth at age 36). Dr. Ann F. Reilly was wonderful. Great consult. Coordinated with my hysterectomy physician. Phoned me at home day after I returned home from hospital and encouraged me to phone in with any problems or questions. 3 follow up office appointments to check progress. Minimal scarring, some of the side to side scar "smile" is just a fine silver line an the rest is still purple but not large or ugly ( this is 9 months post-op). She is nice and explains well and did a beautiful job.

I had breast reduction and tummy tuck surgery performed by Dr. Reillley about a year ago. Dr. Reilley was recommended to me by a friend and fellow physician. From the very first consultation appointment, Dr. Reilley and her nurse Becky made me fell very comfortable. They were very very attentive and professional and made me feel at ease with my upcoming procedure. The payment process was very straightforward and the office staff very knowledgeable and efficient. My procedure was done at the office operating room. The nurses and anesthesia staff were very calming and efficient at getting me ready for surgery. The surgery went accoding to plan and I was discharged home to recover. I had frequent followup visits and always felt my needs were addressed post operatively. Now, a year later, I am very pleased with my results and am grateful for Dr. Reilley's surgical skill. I could not have asked for a better experience. As a physician myself, and a patient, I can very highly recommend Dr. Reilley.

After giving birth to 3 big babies then later gaining a great deal of weight my tummy muscles had no hope of ever returning to their original shape. I set a goal to lose the weight - diet & exercise - and the weight came off in a little over a year but the tummy was not giving in. I knew then a tummy tuck was what I needed to regain the look I desired.

I was small chested with one breast a good bit larger than the other. At 27 yrs old I was totally over padded bras! I talked about getting implants for yrs. It's been a 1 1/2 yrs and I love my new look more everyday. Dr. Rielley took time to listen to my wants & concerns, even called me the next day to check on me. The results she gave me r exactly what I told her I wanted. I can honestly say, they r not overdone nor underdone. I am very satisfied, should have done it years ago!

A year ago I decided to get implants and a tummy tuck after having a baby. My baby was almost 2 when i got the surgery Feb 15, 2011. I was a 32 full B before and after my baby and breast feeding my daughter for 7 months i was a 32 A with no volume. I felt very boyish.

I went to my consult wanting a full b almost c. During the consult I was clear I wanted to look natural, i am only 5 feet 105 pds. So we decided on 375cc gel moderate profile submuscular through the nipple. He insisted it would look very natural.

So i had the surgery and soon after i got home i can tell they were too big. Also I can tell something wasnt right about the right one. I knew it had encapsulated. He prescribed more muscle relaxers. Nothing helped, after the swelling almost a year after i measured at 32 DD! I was having shortness of breath, discomfort when i would sweep. Im a massage therapist do they def got in the way. So I started researching explant surgery and came across a few threads where i read a few womens expierence. I went to original surgeon and wanted to charge me $3500 and was against me explanting.

I decided to go to a surgeon i saw on this website got a consult and felt very comfortable. Scheduled my appt that day and had the explant done Feb 14, 2012 just a few days ago. I will post pics asap...looks like i cant do it on my phone. I am very happy! I look very natural. Very glad I did it.

I've always said that if I could, I would, but I've never checked into it until now... I manged to convince my Chiropractor to write a letter to the insurance company saying that he thinks I will benefit from a reduction. After the letter was in my hand I made a consultation appointment with my PS. I never thought that the insurance would agree, but they did! I honestly thought that my case wasn't solid enough, but it was and my surgery is scheduled for September 18! I'm excited and a ball of nerves all at the same time. I've read and researched in attempts to prepare myself as much as possible. I even have a whole notebook page full of questions to ask my PS the day of my pre-op. I'm a planner by nature and trying to have this process go as smoothly as possible.

Updated on 22 Aug 2014:
I go for my pre-op on September 3 and am literally anticipating the day! I've already bought a whole list of supplies that I think I will need and am SO OPEN TO ANY OTHER SUGGESTIONS.... I know I still need to get some anti-bacterial soap and I need to order an extra surgical bra or two..... But I did get stool softener, surgical tape, mederma and some panty liners..... I also did some research and ordered a whole list of vitamin supplements that promote healing within the body after surgery so I'm remaining hopeful that this whole process is going to be smooth and with minimal pain. I only have 7 days off work.

Updated on 31 Aug 2014:
I found out today that my insurance is going to pay 80%. 80% of the hospital visit and 80% of the doctor's office fee..... After all is said and done, my portion will be around $2,500. The cost was a let down, but I have to look at the bright side.... it's much better than having to foot the entire bill.

There's no waiting for a better time.... the better time than NOW, so I am going for it!

Updated on 16 Sep 2014:
It's almost go time! I've planned as much as I can, bought everything I can think of and I THINK I am mentally prepared. I keep reminding myself of the POSITIVE things that will come from this. I will FINALLY be able to run and do jumping jacks without having hold my boobs while wearing TWO sports bras. I will FINALLY have clothes that actually fit. People will FINALLY talk to me instead of to my boobs!

I do have to admit the fear of the ugly/nasty scar though. I still want to look beautiful for my husband.

Updated on 18 Sep 2014:
Right now is the last time that I will ever wear a DD size bra again! I'm so looking forward to smaller less noticeable boobs. I'm a little nervous, but am ready to get it over with and start moving forward! I'll be able to exercise/run.... jumping jacks! Less cleavage! I can't wait!