I cannot recommend Dr. Ben Johnson enough! I am five weeks post-op after having a breast augmentation under Dr. Johnson’s care. Although I’ve known I wanted a breast augmentation for 15 years, the results have tremendously exceeded my expectations. If a breast augmentation is something you have been considering and you live in or would be willing to travel to Mountain Brook, Alabama, you should consult with Dr. Johnson. Before my surgery, I was not even filling up an A cup. I am now a D in Victoria’s Secret and believe I will be a full C/moderate D in other brands. At my consultation, I told Dr. Johnson my desire is to be a full C. When the nurse came in to help me try on the bra and sizers, I was given 300 cc and 350 cc implants. Dr. Johnson and the nurse felt as though 300-330 would be safest for me, explaining that I have a small frame and that the chest skin and muscle can only stretch so far… For the record, I am 5’3” and my weight fluctuates between 135-142. I have a much more pronounced lower body than upper body, by nature. The desire for balancing my physique is yet another reason I sought a breast augmentation. I am a mother of two. I breastfed in the form of exclusive pumping for both of my daughters. When breastfeeding, my breasts were a full C; therefore, I felt confident in the ability of my breasts to stretch and adjust beautifully to implants. My implants would be gummy bear gel implants, placed under the muscle with a moderate profile. I left my consultation on Cloud 9. I loved my doctor and the nurses. I know 8 other women who used Dr. Johnson previously for breast augmentations and I loved the appearance of his work. My consultation day was one of the happiest days of my life. The more I contemplated, the more certain I was that I wanted 350 ccs. Fast forward a month and surgery day was here. I had a tremendous amount of anxiety concerning the procedure. I went through tumultuous moments, but deep within, I knew I had to do this FOR ME. Prior to the surgery, the surgical nurse visited with me and my mom. She found ways to distract me and make me laugh. When surgery time was upon me, Dr. Johnson touched base. I told him I wanted as close to 350 ccs as possible. Then, the anesthesiologist came in to discuss her methods. She started medicine in my IV that calmed my nerves. I didn’t have a care in the world! She assured me that she would monitor my vitals and could tell if I was feeling pain. She would adjust my IV medication as needed. I remember being taken into the operating room (in Dr. Johnson’s office…not hospital…another plus…) and that is all. I fell asleep and woke up with the 360 cc breasts of my dreams. The fact that Dr. Johnson heard me out prior to the surgery concerning my sizing, and even gave me a little more, was the greatest possible scenario! Make no mistake, I woke up in pain. I wasn’t shocked by this. I fully expected the exact aching, tightness, and discomfort I felt. I have a low pain tolerance. I recovered in office for an hour and was on my way home within an hour. The car ride home was rough when my mom would hit bumps. I was groggy. The pillow I had in my lap certainly helped. I recommend having a pillow post-op for the drive home. The nurse instructed my mom to make me eat to avoid nausea as a side effect of medication. I was able to eat and drink while my mom ran in to have my medicine filled. The remainder of the day, I rested in the recliner. I had to have much assistance from my mother and husband when going to the restroom the first two days. I was given Percocet for pain, Robaxin for muscle relaxants, and two different nausea medications. As I’ve said, I have a low pain tolerance. The muscle spasms were terribly hard the first and second day. I couldn’t stand up straight for the greater part of four days. I attribute this to the new weight on my chest as well as the muscle involvement. Although I don’t have a high pain threshold, the pain was never so great that I cried. The only time I cried was the second night because I missed my three-year-old who was with her sitter. Being away from children during recovery is tough, but a necessary step in recovery. Even through the toughest moments of my pain, I adored my results and knew wholeheartedly I had done the right thing for my mental health, confidence, and well-being. I was able to shower, with assistance, 48 hours after surgery. I couldn’t wash my hair because I couldn’t reach about my head. I scheduled an appointment with my hair stylist to wash and style my hair on day 4. I was able to apply makeup with T-Rex arms on that day. That just goes to show how great my recovery was! I slept in the recliner for 11 days. It was more comfortable due to swelling upon waking. I also believe sleeping elevated helped my implants to drop quicker because, well…gravity. Of course, when you first get implants, they are high. Despite this, I honestly loved the look of them from day 1. I feel that they’ve only gotten better with each passing day. My breasts did not drop at the same time. One has dropped quicker than the other. This is not problem! On Day 2 Dr. Johnson sent me a text message telling me I could message any time with questions. I thought this was extremely thoughtful. Dr. Johnson instructed me to wear the compression bra and band to help my implants settle for one week post-op. At my one week post-op appointment, he dismissed me from wearing the band and said to stick with my compression bra for one more week. I had purchased two additional compression bras the day of surgery. This is something I advise anyone to do! It makes life easier for you and those caring for you through recovery. Dr. Johnson said I could begin wearing different bras with NO UNDERWIRE after my two week mark. The nurse practitioner showed me how to massage. I do this diligently and recommend everyone follow your surgeon’s guidelines on massage. DO YOUR MASSAGES. I feel that this has helped to soften and heal my breasts, as well as encourage my implants to drop quickly. Some research suggests it helps to ward off capsular contracture as well. I am five weeks post op today, and I still wear my compression bra when I walk on the treadmill, do lower body workouts, and sleep. I wear Victoria’s Secret Pink t-shirt bras the rest of the time. I started walking at no incline, low speed, on the treadmill at two weeks. I did body weight leg workouts at 2.5 weeks. I gradually increased incline and the speed of my treadmill walks. I complete two-three lower body workout days a week. I go to the gym where I use five leg machines on one day, and complete two at-home body weight and resistance band lower body days. Although Dr. Johnson said I could do light arm work WITH NO CHEST after two weeks, my anxiety wouldn’t allow for that. I will resume upper body workouts at six weeks post-op. I encourage anyone to follow your doctor’s orders extremely closely. Read all of the literature leading up to your surgery CAREFULLY! Enjoy the process. I’ve cried many tears of joy because I finally have the breasts I was meant to have. I’ve actually missed the excitement leading up to my surgery. I am contemplating a tummy tuck next… I wish I could step outside of myself and give my old self a hug. I would thank her for having courage and being brave. Knowing everything I know now concerning the pain, process, etc., I’d have my breast augmentation with Dr. Ben Johnson a thousand times over! What this procedure has done for my overall confidence is out of this world.
He was amazing! My lip implants look amazing! I was so tired of spending $1200 every 3 to 4 months on filler my body just absorbed it so quickly. I just kept seeing people saying it lasts up to a year and I even tried Restlyn Kyss and it lasted 3 months on me, and then was absolutely gone! He helped save me money and constant trips to the dermatologist/plastic surgeon.. Updated on 16 Jan 2021: My lips have turned out great I would not suggest anybody get filler anymore save up the money that you spend every six months on filler and just go get implants! They don't go anywhere unless you ever decide to have them taken out I don't know why you would but they have helped me so much!
I decided to get a breast reduction after noticing my back hurt to much to get out of bed at night. I also had intense pain in my neck and shoulders. I statted at a 36 DDD and went down to a 36D. I am hoping my scars go down some. They seem to have keloids. I had a consultation in April, I was approved through my insurance the next day. I pushed my procedure date back due to summer trips. The healing process was tough and painful but I made it!
My boobs look awesome just waiting for them to drop. This is the 3rd day. The first dew days hurt like hell. I kinda wish I went bigger but everyone says I will Be a D and that's what I want . Pre 34b/c post?'bra DK I has 350cc in my right and 325cc in my left. If you have any questions, please ask! Updated on 5 Mar 2014: This is my after! Sorry I have been out if it from all the pain meds. Updated on 5 Mar 2014: I love my Boobs!!!! Omg Updated on 5 Mar 2014: Freaking do it! I paid for mine in cash, my mother didn't want me to get them until I was finally just like I'm doing it, I'm 24 years old and I have saved the money! I have literally wanted boobs since I was 16. It is the best thing ever! Yes it hurts like hell but its worth every penny and pain you will feel!! Updated on 5 Mar 2014: I use to wear a 34C in VS, I didnt feel up the top part.... So I tried the bra on today and it was too small... YAY ...So what size do y'all think I will be???? Im so excited! Dr said I had to wear the "Granny Bra" for 2 weeks...BLAHHHH Updated on 6 Mar 2014: So my boobs are keeping me from sleeping! I can't sleep at night or ever! Sharp and throbbing pain! My pinkys on both my hands were numb/tingling also! Anyone else have this problem? It's been almost a week since surgery! Updated on 6 Mar 2014: So I had no clue that massaging your boobs will make you so sore ???????????????????????????????? Updated on 11 Mar 2014: How long until my left tit drops?? Omggggg. So much trouble with my left. Pain is better now. I can sleep on my side. Yayyyyyyyy. Updated on 11 Mar 2014: Updated on 12 Mar 2014: I understand massaging them Helps? What else and how long will they feel so hard? Updated on 12 Mar 2014: I tried on a 34 D bra and it fits Updated on 12 Mar 2014: Updated on 14 Mar 2014: Will my boobs get any bigger? I'm kinda of regretting my implant size and wish I would of went bigger. Will they get smaller? Help Updated on 18 Mar 2014: So I'm 2 weeks and a couple days since my surgery! I still don't think my left boob has dropped :/ and am I suppose to wear a bra to bed or what? I don't want my boobs to sag and I wish I would Of went bigger :( Updated on 20 Mar 2014: Not sure... I feel like they should be bigger and pretty ???????????????????????????????????????????????? Updated on 20 Mar 2014: This was literally right before surgery. Updated on 20 Mar 2014: Updated on 20 Mar 2014: Updated on 21 Mar 2014: Still wishing I would of went bigger! My left boob is still higher... But this bathing suit top makes me love my boobs! How do some people have round full boobs? Updated on 21 Mar 2014: Updated on 25 Mar 2014: So today I bought a 34DD I tried 34D and my nip was ab to come out haha I just can't believe I fitted into a DD. My boobs are so small to me Updated on 27 Mar 2014: I tried on 32DD 34D and 34DD and they all fit about the same besides the 34D my boob was poking out like stupid looking so I just bought the 34DD from VS.
1st a little about myself - I am 39 years old and have 3 children 13, 11 and 6 - I am 5'3 and weigh 130lbs. I have been wanting to do this for 5 years. My stomach was what I called my deflated balloon because it just hung and had a lot of dents and scars. I am not in bad shape and I exercised but nothing would help the look and how loose my stomach was. I finally got up the nerve and we planned the surgery for 01/14/11. I found this website on Sunday and can not say enough of how it has help me keep sane. My Journey so far: 1st day - nervous and excited - surgery went great. 2nd day - check out of hospital - was feeling ok but by the night time was very sore and was wondering why i did this. 3rd day - My poor husband - he was very patient and as long as i took my meds on time - i was not bad. 4th day - much better rested a good bit this day and drank plenty of water and never missed my pain pill (that made a difference)- hated dealing with the tubes but new it was part of it. 5th day - feel almost like me but I am very stiff and sore - wondering when I will go to bathroom - took a ducolax but so far no good. 6th day - 1st check up with doctors - TUBS are out and he suggested MOM and guess what - it WORKED best day so far tubs out and internal plumbing is working as well. Updated on 20 Jan 2011: 7th day went with out pain meds for most of day but by 2pm was ready for them. Had my 1st shower and felt almost normal. My swelling is the toughest part for today and I'm still sleeping on back which is not the most comfortable. All in all not to bad of a day. Updated on 26 Jan 2011: Ok - not sure what happened but for some reason I could not sign onto my account - finally got that resolved... Day 8 - Well it is Saturday (yea) No getting up and making sure kids are ready for school. I am still taking my pain meds but not every 4 hours I am good to go longer maybe every 6 hours. For some reason when I go to the bathroom I never feel finished but does not feel like an infection so I hit the store I purchased Cranberry Juice, prunes (glad I actually like them) and Activa yogurt to keep my system up and running. Another thing I wished I knew was the clothes situation... I can't even wear my regular clothes due to swelling. I wished I purchased some of the cute sweat outfits you see everywhere. I did have 1 or 2 sets but will plan on going shopping to get maybe 2 more to get me though these early weeks. Again all in all - not too bad, I am up and about and even drove to store which I did get Doctors OK to drive. Updated on 26 Jan 2011: Day 9 - 11 Well swelling finally starting to go down but not near to normal yet, I have my second doctors visit this afternoon so I am hoping for a good report. The decision to get the Activia and Cranberry Juice was great so far my internal systems are back to normal with no problems. I am off my pain meds except at night so as to get more rest, first day to sleep through the night (still on my back) was on Day 9 and I feel so much better. I am totally standing straight up and even picked my kids up from their activities (wore one one of my sweat pant outfits - no one could tell). Unlike some others - I like my abdominal binder it seem to help me keep more mobile as if it is holding me together. I am so ready to wear my clothes - this swelling is one of the hardest parts to me. Updated on 27 Jan 2011: Day 12/13 -1 day shy of 2 WEEKS - can't believe it some days seemed to DRAG and other went quickly (if your like me you want them to go quickly - I am not a good patient) Had my 2nd visit at doctors and all went good - he said the swelling is part of it and will go down but incision and belly looks great, he showed me my pictures again and WOW, even with the swelling I can tell how much I am going to LOVE THIS!! I can do a small bit of cardio (walking and such) but no real workout. I still have to wear my binder but he was OK with some spanxs if they were more comfortable ( I think when I go out, it will be the spanxs but at home I will continue with the binder) I do not regret this, I had moments of quilt as far as spending this much on myself but I think the confidence this will bring will payoff for my family as well. I love being active (which is one reason I was a bad patient the 1st few days)and once I am over the hard part of recovery, I have no doubts this will make me even more happier to do sports, swimming, and overall physical activities with my children - no more hiding the stomach! Updated on 9 Feb 2011: 3weeks out no more bandages! Scar is healing nicely. I am working around house and up to 20 minutes on elliptical but I do have to hit the bed early still tire easily. I am working but have desk job so that is not too bad.
I started seeing forehead lines that I did not care for, my Dr. suggested light Botox use. I love it, the lines are gone and I can still move my eyebrows so I do not have the expressionless issue many worry about. The only con I can think of is that it seems I had more headaches for about the first 2 weeks after. Its been about 6 weeks since I got the injections, and so far it does not appear to have "worn off" at all. If I need to back sooner than 12 weeks I will consider that a con. I did have the topical numbing cream, and ice after for reference in the pain section.
I'm a 33 y/o who has an almost 5 y/o and a 16 mo. old. I've lost almost 60 lbs. since my pregnancy. I've always had a flabby belly, but it definitely got worse, worse, worse with the pregnancies. I'm 5'2" and weigh about 150, but I wear a size 10 (sometimes an 8!), so I don't feel just grossly obese. . . I went for a consultation a week ago hoping to be a candidate for SlimLipo, but both the nurse and doctor thought there was too much skin and recommended a TT with lipo of the "bra fat." I guess I'd never really thought of myself as a "weight loss" person, but I suppose I am. . . I had c-sections with both babies and recovered quite nicely from both of them. I've never had general anesthesia, so that terrifies me. I guess I've watched too much TV - I think of waking during surgery and not being able to communicate - or even not waking at all. Elective surgery is a big decision, but I'm so tired of having a belly in my lap. I wasn't super impressed with the bedside manner of the doc (big deal to me) so since we're thinking TT, I'm seeing a different doc who several of my friends used and loved for their breast reductions. I'll go for that consult on Monday. It's hard to know who to ask about TT docs - I don't want anyone to know I'm doing this - and I'm sure others feel the same way! Suggestions? Comments? I appreciate any feedback! Updated on 12 Jun 2010: Okay - I'm scheduled for surgery on July 8. Now I have LOTS of questions - especially after reading the posts of others. . . 1. How does recovery from a normal TT w/lipo compare to recovery from c-section? 2. When can I return to wearing my current pants w/buttons, zippers, etc? Will I need to buy a new wardrobe? I'll return to work about 4 wks. after surgery. (I'm a teacher.) 3. How soon prior to surgery should I give up my beloved diet cokes? I know they'll NOT help with gas pains, bloating, etc. 4. How long (REALLY!) will I need help with my children (ages 17 mos. and almost 5)? 5. I'm really concerned about walking hunched over. I was very motivated to stand upright ASAP after my c-sections. My dr says 2-3 days, but others on this site seem to be taking a LONG time to stand upright. Really, what should I expect? 6. Support hose - I think I'll be wearing them to prevent blood clots? How long?? I'm sure there will be more questions later! :-) THANKS THANKS THANKS! Updated on 13 Jun 2010: Questions: 1. How similar (REALLY!) is the recovery from a c-section to that of a TT? 2. How long will I walk hunched over? I was standing upright by day 2-3 with both c-sections. .. 3. Do I need to buy a new wardrobe? I've seen so many people say they can't wear button pants. .. that's scary .. . and expensive seeming. 4. Swelling - so are you BIGGER than pre-tuck, or just different? Can someone elaborate? 5. Legitimately, when could I go out in public again? Updated on 9 Jul 2010: I did it! I had my TT plus liposuction to my back and hips yesterday - July 8, 2010. So far, it is WAY easier than my two c-sections. . . I can stand up straight already!! I am not in a binder and apparently I won't be until my drains come out. I am wearing support hose. So far, I agree with lots of other folks on here- the drains are annoying, but not terrible. It REALLY hurts to cough, but other than that, my pain is minimal. I've been very drowsy today. Did the 1.5 hour car ride home pretty well. Got out at a rest area to use the restroom, and that wasn't so bad. My lipo areas are extremely bruised - kind of like I've had a bad, bad fall. My husband (who is WONDERFUL!) will change my dressings later, so I'm planning to take some pics. I'll post soon. Hooray! When I saw my tummy during the dressing change today, I cried. I love it already!!! Updated on 10 Jul 2010: Adding photos. . . I'm more swollen today (day 2 post op) but am very pleased. Updated on 14 Jul 2010: 6 Days postop Drains came out today! Hallelujah!!! What a difference that makes. The nicest nurse worked with me today, and it wasn't so bad.. .mostly just weird that there's so much tubing. Dr. was very pleased with my progress and said I seemed to be doing "better than most" which made me feel good! I like the binder. It sure does make coughing and laughing MUCH more manageable!! I feel very puffy/rolly today, but Dr. reminded me that it'll be several months. . .I am so eager to see the final results. I'm still really happy though - the smile definitely appears on my face when I sit on the toilet and SEE the TOPS of my THIGHS!!! Hooray!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SNAFU of the day: I went to my purse to take a pain pill (ate lunch, went shopping, rode 1.5 hrs. in car, sat at son's swimming lessons) and accidentally took one of my prescription appetite supressants. .. OOPS!! I'd stopped taking them a week before surgery, and I just pulled the wrong ones out of my bag and took them. CRAP!! The only real problem with that is that it's like 5pm, and I'll be awake ALL NIGHT!! I skipped the prescription pain med and took some tylenol. I seriously considered trying to gag them up, but decided that the pain wasn't worth it. . .so, here's to an all nighter. Dumb me.
I had a BA because I gained and then lost 80+ pounds over the course of about 6 years. At the end I had at least DD skin, with maybe A cup tissue. I practically became an engineer with the various bras ect that I used to look ok in clothes. Swimsuit was impossible to hide in though. The only con I can think of is that sometimes I feel a twitch when I pick up something, or push down on something using those muscles. Pros- clothes shopping became so much easier. People thought I had lost more weight because I was proportional. Much more confident about my body, wearing swimsuits, work out clothes ect.
I went to a doctor in my town for blephorplasty. While waiting to be called, I picked up a phamplet with Restylane on it. I told him when he came in that's what I wanted. I am so glad that I did. I love it. I went back to work and co-workers kept telling me there was soemthing different about me, but I would not tell them my secret. It was worth the time and since then I have had three treatments, and will be ready for the next one. Treat yourself, we ladies deserve it.
