Ashton A. Kaidi, MD

I finally did it!!! After 15 years of contemplating, and getting multiple consultations then chickening out, I finally decided to pull the trigger and get my lift with silicone implants. After nursing 2 kids, time and gravity had deflated my once perfectly natural full C breasts. Apparently they were even the inspiration of a few of my girlfriends throughout the years to get augmentations.
I am only on post-op day 4 and am
already so happy with my results. Of course right now hey are swollen and look kind of hard and weird but I know after they drop they will be amazing! Stay tuned...

Updated on 3 Aug 2020:
Before my surgery, I obsessively searched the internet for wish boobs to show my Doctor so he would have the exact idea of size and shape I was looking for. I couldn't decide on one pic so I made this awesome collage to give him day of surgery. I will be so happy if my end result is anywhere close to these. :)
Updated on 30 Sep 2021:
Dr. Kaidi is the kindest, most professional, and skilled plastic surgeon in the area. He came highly recommended to me by a friend and now I know why. He takes the time to listen to your concerns at every visit. I felt so confident in choosing him as my surgeon for my procedure and my results are so natural and amazing! Even all the nurses at the surgery center had the highest regards for him and they see the results of his work all the time! I am so happy I chose Dr. Kaidi.

I would highly recommend Dr. Kaidi he was patient and accommodating trustworthy and delivered amazing results I am only day three into postop of a breast implant revision from saline to silicone along with a doughnut lift and I also did an otoplasty for my ear. Price I quoted was just for the breast. I have minimal pain , more of an Annoyance due to having to lay all day so my back is in pain and it’s a little bit heavier on my chest, they took the pumps out yesterday which was very odd feeling however it’s all done now and I’m ready to see the results. If you’re looking for someone in the Newport Beach orange county area I would highly recommend Dr. Kaidi and his team for any procedure. I was very nervous prior to surgery and asked to come in multiple times to ensure the size to make sure that they weren’t going to be too large the entire staff accommodated me and allowed me to come in multiple times to go over what to expect and the procedure Dr. also reassured me a morning of surgery and gave me exactly what I wanted. Looking forward to seeing the results after the next month as of Day 3 post opp they are swollen and tight however I can already notice a difference and I am not larger in size and which my cleavage is now closer together.
Updated on 23 Dec 2018:
I first did my breast aug at 19 years old they where okay However always felt too heavy and felt like I had “fat boobs” breasts were far apart and didn’t really have cleavage in the center, they looked large from the side and where hard due to overfilling. I’ve been wanting to get this done for quite some time however just didn’t have the money and needed to get the courage. two years ago my breast started moving towards the side of my arm pits in which were extremely challenging to sleep and painful to work out and didn’t look good! Just felt gross and wouldn’t wear tops that where age appropriate



Updated on 23 Dec 2018:
Back is in pain from sitting up feel nauseous from the medication beginning to get sick of being inside can’t wait to shower. Bottom of breast where drains where are sore. Shortness of breath however nothing unbearable

Updated on 23 Dec 2018:
No center cleavage

I was referred to Dr Kaidi by a good friend of mine who had a breast augmentation performed by him. She also had been referred by a friend/previous patient of Dr Kaidi's. The office staff and environment are great, Dr Kaidi is very affirming and professional. I am incredibly happy with the results of my surgery so far as well. Dr Kaidi shares the goal for his patients to have a very natural-looking result. He was able to perform my augmentation (350cc gummy-bear silicone) and lift all through a small incision around my nipples. I can't wait to be further out from surgery to see the final result, but so far I am incredibly pleased.

I've spent some time freaking out and crying today. These posts have been very helpful and my biggest take away is that if I keep off of my feet (only walking around house for movement purpose) then I should be ok! I have my hubby, nanny and mom helping me for a few weeks so I feel very blessed. A lot of you brave women have tackled this process with minimal help-god bless!


Updated on 26 Nov 2012:
Tomorrow is the big day!!

Updated on 26 Nov 2012:
Tomorrow is the big day!!


Updated on 29 Nov 2012:
2 days post op. feeling good walking around the house and bedroom a little bit. Did some stairs today at recovery center. I recommend not going home after because hospital bed and calm atmosphere are a must!! Still haven't seen anything other than the gross drains. Goal today is to pass gas bubbles so I'm more comfortable. Lots of sleep helps too!

Updated on 1 Dec 2012:
Really struggling with lack of bowel movement and gas. I just won't that part over with! Day5!!!

Updated on 6 Dec 2012:
Day 9- I got my last drain out today! Yea! I have a new pic to post as well. My incision is very straight and small. I'm so happy with my PS. Their staff has been awesome too. The nurses call or text me daily for check in. I feel a bit swollen and jiggly inside. PS told me to really take it easy this next week to keep swelling down. We will see how it goes!

Updated on 8 Dec 2012:
Day 11- for some recent I'm feeling really sore today. Muscles seem extra tight. Not sleeping too well at night. I just can't get comfortable. Still pleased with flat tummy when I see my reflection:)

Updated on 12 Dec 2012:
Today is 14 days post op. feeling good today. Doctor appointment went amazing. No fluid and limited swelling- he can't believe how well I'm doing. I saw photo of op table with all of the skin and fat on it- so gross but truly amazing. I'm so grateful for my doc and his staff. My stitches are doing well so far and I can't get over how thin my scar is for how huge I was.

Updated on 16 Dec 2012:
Can't believe it is almost 3 weeks post op! I'm feeling like I'm getting back to normal but still idea of bending over to pick something off of the floor is hard. I'm not cleared yet to drive or walk around too much. I've definitely been enjoying this holiday season relaxing for once. My tummy isn't even swollen. Just really sore from the tightening of the upper abdominal muscles by 4 inches!

Updated on 19 Dec 2012:
Amazing appt with my PS today. I'm 3 weeks post op and loving it. He can't believe I have very minimal swelling(only in pubic area- weird). My incision line is healing great and is very thin considering how much he cut off. I can't even post the picture he took- it's sooo gross. It weighed 5 lbs!! I was one of his biggest patients! My upper muscle repair is still really sore to laugh, initial stand up and going to the bathroom. Other than that, this has been better than expected! Cheers and best wishes to all of you

Updated on 8 Jan 2013:
6 weeks out and I'm doing well. I got cleared to exercise lightly but no abdominal work yet. I had 4 inches of muscles tightened. I saw a part of my scar where the tape came off and my stitches have dissolved and it looks amazing. Like a pink scratch. No puffing or pulling or marks. Crazy amazing. My PS is the best. I love his staff and him so much. They make me feel like the best patient in the world.

I am 28 years old and I have 2 children! My first was 9lbs 3 oz and left me with tons of loose skin and stretch marks on my tummy. I work out 2-3 days a week and I weigh 115lbs and I'm 5'3". The rest of my body looks great except for my tummy!

I went to a doctor about my outie belly button and found out it was an umbilical hernia! I was so suprised! So I decided to see if my insurance would help out and pay to get it fixed while I get a full Tummy Tuck!! It worked!! Yay!! I went to my consultation and loved him and he referred me to a general surgeon for the hernia!

I just booked my date for May 5th! I wanted it to be way sooner but oh well! :)I am so excited!!! I hope the time goes by fast! I thank you all for all your posts I feel like I am going to be very prepared for what to expect in the future!



Updated on 26 Apr 2011:
9 days left, I can't wait! I want my pre-baby tummy back. I hope everyone is doing well and I hope I heal as well as all of you! Thanks for all the posts, it has been a life saver :)

Updated on 3 May 2011:


Updated on 4 May 2011:
It's tomorrow! I have been so busy getting everything ready for the kids and the house! I even cleaned my car:) I find that the more I stay busy the less i think about the surgery! I know everything will work out in time, I just hope I am one of those lucky people that bounce back really fast. Well I will post how everything went! Wish me luck :)

Updated on 6 May 2011:
I made it!!! Surgery was yesterday!!! I'm not really I'm any pain yet. They put in a pain pump so I thinks that is really helping. I'm taking 1 purcaset every 5 hours and I have been sleep alot! I am so glad the surgery is over!! The doc gave me 2 drains and I have a drain for the pain pump... They said they will try to remove them next week depending on how my fluid I have drained... Hope everyone is having a great day!! I'll keep you posted! I have pics on my phone not sure when I will get a chance to load them:)

Updated on 7 May 2011:
2nd day post op
I feel amazing, I slept really well last night on the couch and really have no complaints! I am taking 1 purcaset every 5 hours with food. I am really tired so I'm taking lots of naps :) I was expecting to be in alot more pain so I am very excited! I'm sure I will have some bad days ahead but Im happy with how I feel right now! I have not had a BM yet so I'm going to take a powdered fiber thing to help move things along. I hope everyone is have a good morning! I'll post more later!

Updated on 8 May 2011:
Day 3 PO
Happy mothers day!!
So far so good, I slept great last night. I am draining my drains every 12 hours and they are about 50cc's. I am still taking percuset every 5 hours but I think I'm going to try and switch to Tylenol this afternoon. Still no BM :( I have been taking the powdered fiber stuff so hopfully today I will have a BM :) The drains are not bothering me too much but I can't wait to get them out. I have an appt with the PS tomorrow at 10:30 to get my pain pump removed and change my dressings! I'm so excited to get a better look at my new tummy! I can stand up alot straighter today which is wonderful cause my back is already sore. I am still spending most of my day sitting or laying down and I'm taking laps around my house every few hours. That's about it for me! I'll keep you guys posted on anything new! I hope everyone is having a great Mothers Day!!

Updated on 9 May 2011:
Day 4 PO
I feel really good. I'm off the pain meds and I'm taking Tylenol as needed. I slept in my bed last night which was great to get off the couch:) I am only draining 20 cc now in a 12 Hr period so I hope to get my drains removed soon:) I took my first BM this morning!! Yay so glad that is over with!! I have my first PO appt with my PS this morning at 10:30 to remove my pain pump and see my tummy:) I'm so excited, I hope everything looks okay! That's about if for me, I hope everyone is healing well and enjoy your Monday:)

Updated on 11 May 2011:
Day 6 PO
Good morning everyone! I am feeling really great! I have more energy and I am getting around really good! I can almost stand up straight but the PS told me not to until they see me next time to give the okay. They took put my pain pump and 1 drain on day 4 and they want me to call them today to see how much I am producing! I am happy to report only 10cc for every 12 hours:) so I'm hoping to get it out today or tomorrow!! Yay the lack of showering is really starting to drive me crazy!! My PS won't let me shower until 3 days after the drains are out. I think that's crazy but I'm doing what he wants. Lol other thank that I an doing great! I'm still just laying down or sitting on the couch... My Mom is here doing everything with the kids and for the house so it has been amazing! I think that's why I'm doing so well:) I hope everyone is doing well!

Updated on 17 May 2011:
Day 12
Good morning everyone:) I am 12 days PO, I am drain free and I feel amazing! I am still limiting my activity because I don't want to cause extra swelling, I haven't even gone to the store yet! Crazy:) I am able to stand up straight but when I start walking faster I lean forward:( I need to work on that. I still have tape over my scar so I'm hopping the next visit to the PS I'll see my scar, I hope it is healing okay! I am wearing my binder 24 hours a day and it's not bugging me too much! My PS wants me to wear it for 4 weeks straight:( Other than that I'm just eating as healthy as possible with little to no salt and hoping to be back to normal size and activity soon!! Happy healing everyone:)

Updated on 21 May 2011:
Day 16, I feel great! I am not in any pain at all and I am standing up straight and walking normal! At this point my only issue is the swelling:( I really want to wear my jeans!! Lol I go back to work next week so I should be doing really good by then:) I hate not being able to pick up my daughter but by the end of this week I should be able to:) hope everyone is healing well!