Daniel Thomas, MD

I've had breast implants in for 40 years. I'm 70 now. I was on my 3rd set. After having some pain and hardness in my right breast, even though it got better, I decided to have them removed. That was the best decision I've made! I was use to the implants and the slight discomfort at times, but now that they are out, I can't believe how much more comfortable I am, even though my incisions are still healing. My surgery was Oct. 28, '24. Dr. Thomas did a great job! He is very professional and his whole staff was wonderful. Anesthesia was very smooth. I had a lumpectomy for cancer in my right breast, followed with radiation back in 2005. So, He didn't want to do a lift on that one since radiation can cause problems with healing, but he did a lift on my left breast to make it more even with my right one. I am so pleased with his work. I am 6 weeks post my surgery (explant), with no restrictions now. I still have a little pain in my incisions, but it gets better every day, I feel so much better than I did before I had them removed, for instance, more energy and my chronic cough seems less and the weight taken off my chest feels so good. I am so appreciative of Dr. Thomas for agreeing with me that it was time to remove them. He was very supportive. If you are considering removing your implants, I highly encourage you to do so. I'm very happy now.

Heard about Dr.Thomas through past patients and google. He was booked out for a consultation for over 4 months so by the time we had the consultation I was like “yes, let’s just do this” didn’t really feel like a true consultation. Super fast, looked at my chest for 5 seconds if that. Not what I expected but not necessarily a bad thing. Pre op appointment was similar—really fast, not what I expected. I guess the internet pained a different picture for me. I also think 27 years of doing this-he’s got it down and is highly efficient maybe. My main concern was not feeling like I articulated thoroughly what I was looking for. But I was full steam ahead.

Updated on 25 Aug 2022:
I had originally wanted a large b but at this stage and after looking ar pics online I thought c was a more realistic goal for what I liked the best. Trying on the sizers, I was torn between 250 and 275 (300 just felt ridiculous). I felt like 275 was my happy medium and I felt confident leaving the office. Of course a couple days later I was questioning the size. I think I was thrown off by the doc not being involved and not getting his opinion. I also just felt a little lacking in my due diligence…I didn’t ask to see more pics of his work, I didn’t show him any pic of what I was hoping to achieve, there were no 3-D renderings or measurements taken. I called the office just for some peace of mind and they let me know I could come in again or talk to him before the procedure. I completely trusted his expertise, I just wanted to make sure I was communicating on my end.

Updated on 25 Aug 2022:
Stopped all food and drink at midnight. Wasn’t nervous just excited to get it done. Was able to talk to my doc and show him my dream pic, get his opinion on the size I choose. He gave me total peace of mind. I just get the feeling he’s a total expert
With so many years of experience that he doesn’t need all the extra stuff that most doctors do.
Here are my stats:
Weight:100 lbs
Height: 5’1”
Ccs: 265 (I had chooses 275, not sure why we went with 265 but fine with it just curious to know)
Brand: Natrelle smooth round high profile

I don’t remember passing out, I woke up in pain. I tested up because I was hoping to feel that drugged up euphoric sleepy feeling. I suffer a bit from insomnia and two toddlers so this was supposed to be kinda like a vacation for me lol.
It’s been 3 days…meds definitely kicked in and I’m sleeping better than I have in years. Pain w
Subsidied substantially after the first 24 hours. Just need to be careful how I move now.

More posts to follow…loving them so far though. Obviously swollen but seeing the potential.

Updated on 26 Aug 2022:
Stopped taking pain meds for the most part by day 3. I still take the norcos to sleep at night since I normally have sleep issues and the sleep has been the best sleep I’ve had in over three years. Just taking Tylenol and ibuprofen and stool softener during the day(which never seems to work for me…ugh) Been icing constantly and staying mostly in bed reading. Not because I feel like I have to because of pain, I just have two wild toddlers and really treating this like a mini vacation and taking advantage of the help. Showered for the first time. Husband washed my hair for me which was sweet. New boobs look great so far…obviously a little weird and torpedo like at first but I have a feeling they are going to drop into the most lovely shape. I don’t think they’re going to be too big. I think they’re going to look very classy and feminine, can’t wait to see them fully dropped.

Updated on 2 Sep 2022:
Pain is minimal….just feels like it felt when breastfeeding and my milk came in. Obsessed with how they are looking already... can’t wait until they drop and look more natural! Tried on most of my bras…some were a no go but others looked amazing…I was like “oh that’s how this bra is supposed to look!” Not just a sad empty cup lol

Updated on 2 Sep 2022:
Minimal pain…just feels like when I was breastfeeding and my milk came in. Obsessed with how they are looking…can’t wait until they drop and look a little more natural. Tried on most of my bras…some were def a no go but some looked amazing and I was like “wow so that’s how this bra is supposed to look…not just a sad empty cup” lol

Updated on 2 Sep 2022:
Minimal pain…just feels like it felt when my milk comes in when I was breastfeeding. Still high and hard. Obsessed with how they look can’t wait to see what they look like once they’ve dropped. Softened and little more natural. Tried on most of my bras, some were definitely a no go, but others looked amazing. I was like “ oh so this is what this bra is supposed to look like… Not like an empty sad cup.

Updated on 13 Sep 2022:
More painful this week for some reason. Breast felt tender, sore and highly sensitive nipples. I’m still icing them at night. My
Right especially…I noticed it’s the stiffer one, the left seems to be softening faster. Naked they seem like too much but I know once they drop and soften they’ll be perfect. Love how they look with clothes!

Updated on 28 Sep 2022:
My boobs are officially dropped and I think mostly fluffed. Doc said they are mostly there…I’m hoping they will soften a little more…they’re not too firm but def firmer than I expected. They look amazing in clothes…very subtle which is what I wanted. Naked or in a bra they are much more of a statement but I’m getting used to it. Definitely a little fake looking at certain angles/lighting but to be expected. I think I picked the perfect size for my body, really happy with them and excited to finally wear whatever bra I want to! The incisions are perfectly placed and healing well. I think I’ll buy some scar cream to quicken the healing.

I had an amazing experience & am so happy I went to Dr. Thomas. He was an hour & 15 mins drive for me but so worth it! He is a very sweet Dr & makes you feel very comfortable. His whole staff as well :) I was really nervous & actually had to reschedule my surgery date 3 times!! First time they had to shut down because of covid, the second time I had covid, & 3rd time I reschedule was a charm ;) I couldn't have asked for it to go any different.
The plan was to get 400 cc, under the muscle with saline. I talked with Dr just before I was about to go under & told him that if it didn't look like the size fit my frame, to go ahead & go down. I wanted to make sure my boobs looked as natural as possible. I'm also very active with exercising & have horses that I compete with, so that was important for me as well. He ended up with 380cc & I LOVE, LOVE the size! They are still swollen & I know they will shrink a bit but I think they are perfect. I had never been put under before, but I honestly don't even remember it lol I was given the medication to relax me & after that, I only remember waking up to my husband & myself cracking jokes with the nurse. Pain-wise, wasn't horrible. But it felt like an elephant was on my chest. The drive home was a little rough when we hit bumps. I just remember feeling really tight. I hadn't got to see them either because they were all wrapped up until the following day. I took it easy & laid in bed the rest of the day/night. The second day wasn't all that bad. Just awkward having to move around differently. I just took it easy & had family help out a lot with the kids & household chores due to my husband being in & out. For the remainder of the weekend, things were ok. Still sore & swollen and I took it very easy. I will add my pictures to share. I am now 8 days out & not as sore. Starting to do more now. Just trying to watch my movements. Still having swelling & I know it's to be expected for the next month or so. My right boob is a little more swollen & I feel it may be due to me being right handed? But I also know that it's normal for one to swell more than the other so I'm doing my best to look past it. I've also been told to leave the strips on. For a while, the bra they gave me was bothering my incisions but it's doing better now. I have been tired & try to rest as much as I can. Naturally, that's really hard for me but I am making myself do it. But overall I am very, very happy & cant wait to see them at their best. I will be sure to update as the weeks go by.

Updated on 13 Feb 2021:
Here are a couple before photos. I never really had much before, just a small A cup but after nursing my 2 kids, it left me with nothing. I would called them deflated balloons lol I’m excited to actually be able to fill a swim suit or wear a dress without a bra. It’s the little things

Updated on 16 Feb 2021:
Tomorrow will be 2 weeks since my surgery. I’m not sure how to feel at this point... love them still but it’s hard to be patient. I have 2 kids & a busy house. I’ve been trying not to do much cleaning but it’s been really hard for me.
My left boob is dropping quicker than my right. I am right handed as well so maybe that’s why? It’s just weird because anytime I do the lightest thing, like dishes (which I am not moving quickly or reaching far) it seems my right boob gets tight & feels swollen. Idk if that’s normal? I know it’s normal for one to drop quicker than the other. But the way it feels?? I’m just frustrated a little. Even just getting up and walking around I can feel a difference.
I have no more pain so that’s good. More just the tightness in the right side. I also caught a cold so coughing & sneezing doesn’t help. When I compare pics i can notice a difference for sure though.

Updated on 17 Feb 2021:
Hit the 2 week mark. Really wishing my right boob would get like my left. Idk if I’m being too impatient or what? Anytime I do any light chores or walk around outside I can feel my right boob tighten & to me feels as if it swells a bit. I’m told that’s normal as well, but I really don’t like it. I feel I started doing too much too soon. At my 1 week mark I felt really good.. few days later started doing things lightly here & there. I hope I didn’t irritate & that be the reason my right is feeling this way. Anyway... thats that! Hopefully a week from now I can update with better news :)

Updated on 3 Mar 2021:
I’ve finally hit the 4 week mark. I have been back to doing this around the house & running errands for about 2 weeks now. My boobs feel good for the most part but I recently started getting a weird, sort of dull pain in my left boob if I take a deep breath, or for ex when I lift up out of bed. My right boob still hasn’t dropped fully & I’m a little worried. I’m not sure whether it’s just taking it’s time or if it’s capsular contracture. It felt really finally after 2.5 weeks but just a few days ago it started to get tight feeling when I drive around. I’ve been concerned about it for a few weeks & am disappointed with my drs office. I called them around my 2 week mark, hoping to talk to the dr for a few brief minutes but they basically screened me & wanted to answer my questions themselves. I understand my dr is very busy, but imo I paid my dr. Not them. So I called the other day to make my 4 week po appt. They stated I’d only need an appt if I wanted it. I’ve read so many girls on here who have multiple po appts & talk to their drs often, so I’m a little upset with the lack of aftercare. Sadly, I heard a few other girls who have been to the office & experienced the same as me. So I’ll have to mention that at my next visit. I’m hoping & praying things are ok but I’m definitely uneasy. I really am happy with my boobs at the same time. Just really don’t want to go through another surgery. It’s been really hard for me with the kids & how active I am. I’m going to post some 4 week pics. To me I can’t tell much of a difference in my right side. Maybe you girls can? Feel free to leave a comment with your opinion :)

Updated on 3 Mar 2021:
Here’s a comparison. I can see a difference which makes me feel better. I talked with the drs office today & they have been more understanding with my concerns than a couple weeks back. So that makes me feel better. I tend to worry more often than not so they have put me at ease. Still advised to not massage which I was hoping I could start now but oh well. I’ll wait for my visit next week :)

Updated on 19 Mar 2021:
It’s been a couple weeks since I’ve updated on here. I’m super happy with my boobs! For a while I couldn’t stop worrying about my right boob. I think I kept looking at them too much & taking pictures, that it was hard to notice them change. I saw my dr at 4 weeks & he told me to start massaging the right boob so it would start to catch up more with the left. I have been massaging them both but more so the right one.
They feel really good & feel apart of me too. I can’t wait to see what the next month brings. I’ve been cleared to workout & ride as well. That brought so much joy for me :)

Excellent doctor! Professional, compassionate and very talented. Dr. Thomas has amazing bedside manners and his staff are super responsive. Dr. Thomas is an artist and always available for Q&A. I will NEVER go to anybody else for cosmetic surgeries or procedures!

When I think back to when I was a young child I remember playing with balloons in my shirt and as I got older I put socks in my bras to make me look bigger. Now here I am 33 years old, mother to three girls. I’m ready to finally fulfill my dreams. Next week (October 29, 2019) I will have a breast augmentation. I’m so excited and nervous! Wish me luck

Updated on 26 Oct 2019:
3 more days!!! Nerves are on high! Even for my husband. He said he was laying in bed thinking about my procedure. He has never been a fan of the huge, fake looking breasts. Which I totally respect! He loves me and would support me with any decision I made. I want to respect his feelings so I don’t know if I made mistake on the chosen size. Going from a small A to 450, possibly 475cc silicone mentor HP under the muscle. This is such a hard decision to make!

Updated on 29 Oct 2019:
Today is the day I get boobs! Yay!! I’m going from a small A. Feeling so incredibly nervous but I’m so beyond excited. Wish me luck!

Updated on 30 Oct 2019:
One day post op. I go in today for the doctor to tale this tight compression off. We went with 475cc silicone under the muscle. I don’t remember much after they gave me versed. I woke up in my bed at home.
As far as pain, it really only hurts a bit if I move or sit up. I had terrible nausea when I woke up though. I have a scopolamine patch behind my ear and I took one zofran today. It helped so much. And I’ve been using 3 ice packs: one on my chest and the others along my side boob, next to my armpits.

Updated on 30 Oct 2019:
I just left the doctors. They removed the wrap and now I have a granny bra. I’m so happy with the results! They are very swollen and sitting high. Can’t wait till they settle

Updated on 30 Oct 2019:
I saw the doctor this afternoon. He took off my ugly wrap and now I’m wearing a compression bra. I’m so happy with the results except they really still so swollen and tight. I hope they settle and still look great.

Updated on 31 Oct 2019:
I am so impressed with Dr. Thomas. He doesn't make me feel rushed during appts. He did a wonderful job on my BA. I truly love his staff. I am so happy with my decision. :) Now if I can be done with the pain!

Updated on 1 Nov 2019:
Wow! I am so incredibly happy. I can’t believe I waited so long to do this. I can’t wait for them to drop and fluff so I can have cleavage!!!
Well yesterday was Halloween. I’m a very active person so I didn’t want to miss it. My hubby was not happy, he thinks I’m doing too much so I promised him now I will slow down and relax.
I am a little concerned with my right breast. Definitely more blood on the steri strip. Anyone else have this? Also my breasts are very itchy! Especially at the sutures. Next appt is next Friday

Updated on 3 Nov 2019:
Today has been a rough day. My incisions are itching so much! I’ve had moments where I was to scratch the shit out of them, but I didn’t ????. I took a Benadryl so if I’m not sleeping I’m super groggy. I’m so sensitive to it!
The pain is tolerable, I’ve taken ibuprofen twice and Tylenol once. It’s uncomfortable but I went into this knowing it would be painful and I don’t expect to be totally pain free. Everyday I’ve made effort walk around even if it’s just a little bit.
As far as my breasts. I am not liking the look of them today. They look like two round grapefruits. I told the doctor I didn’t want to be a skinny woman with big round boobs and he agreed. I’m hoping they will change and look more natural as I heal.

Updated on 9 Nov 2019:
Continuing to have a constant burning sensation in my right breast. At times I get a sharp, shooting pain. It’s pretty miserable so I’ve been just trying to lay low and relax. At my last appointment my dr gave me the ok to try new bras, he said sports bras that were supportive were okay to wear so I was excited to try on a new bra!

I forgot to ask him about massage? I think I will call the office next week. I know some docs are okay with it and some are not.

Updated on 28 Nov 2019:
Wow! I feel like I’ve healed so well. I feel wonderful at 4 weeks and love the results. I love how they are looking as they are dropping. I’m still having my nerve issues. My nipples are extremely sensitive and every now and then I get sharp pains. Doc has recommended rubbing cbd cream for relief. Hopefully this pain starts going away so I can really enjoy them

Updated on 22 Feb 2020:
Wow it’s been awhile. So they’ve definitely changed a lot. They look more like real boobs! I’m so incredibly happy. I can’t wait for the scar to fade but otherwise I’m loving them. I’ve heard about boob greed and thought people were crazy but at times I wish they were a little bigger ????

I'm 57 and over my water balloons on my chest I call it (saline implants) and really have been for awhile now. I can't wait to feel natural and more healthy again. I'm 140 lbs I was a beautiful and sexy A cup then at 35 I got implants 325 and 350. Been in 22 years now. I'm looking for doctors near me to just get the ball rolling.
Hopefully I have more energy because that I noticed has alway been a problem once I got them. Among other problems I just lived with them thinking it was me getting older at 35? No I don't think so. Wish me luck! Blessings to you all!

Updated on 13 Sep 2019:
It went well as I expected. I booked be appointment hen I got home had o go to the bbl for the deposit lol. I’m really looking forward to my surgery now.

Updated on 14 Oct 2019:
Hello my fellow explant friends! It was perfect! The staff took their time talking with me answering in questions bigoted going u set.. I did appreciate that to since it had been 22 years since putting them in! And they were good changes for me to. One I always wake up during surgery I hate that! Not this time though he said I wouldn’t and I didn’t. I have low tolerance to pain and it was better than before until I got home I needed the pain pill. But that was normal and time due for it My fiancé drove 1 hour an 45 minutes it did hurt the entire time they ended me to stay in a hotel but we didn’t. Maybe if you are able to sty it wouldn’t hurt to stay in stay in a hotel. I ate the crackers they gave an with my strawberries at home sure was happy to eat that! I’m really glad its over and very happy I got these bags out and lol over with it! It weird already feel lighter to lol! I will keep you guys posted! My follow up appointment is the next day I like that he’s making sure everything is going well.

Updated on 15 Oct 2019:
I am doing well today and really relieved it’s over. I went to my post appointment to take off the wrap. They put on a compression bra it looked like I was a B size but to early to tell I have to wear this bra 24/7 for a month. I can’t tell you how happy I am with the lighter feeling in my whole upper chest area. I received my bags back boy are they heavy! No wonder I was feeling weighed down there over a pound. Plus it makes you look younger more athletic I want to say. They feel soft again and bounce! Before they were weird and unnatural all the way around.

Updated on 19 Oct 2019:
First I want to say that the Constipation and bloating is REAL! Take you laxative! I did but the Surgery and pain pills apparently constipated me even still today ugh. I don’t take pain pills so it hit me hard! I’m still bloated!
Then taking a shower not a sponge bath was wonderful! I bumped my breast and it hurt but I remember my fake ones a car door could hit it no big deal haha! I know some of you ladies know what I mean! Lol I’m glad I have the girls back and have feeling in them again!
My fiancé is really so supportive I’m so blessed to have him in my life as I was scared to let him see them. I was already prepared thankfully from this site. He looked and said you look beautiful and your going to be healthy and natural now. He said I don’t love you for your breast I love you for you. That was such a relief we women are emotional creatures and want to be desired. He said he can’t wait and is getting excited to have them heal to enjoy them! We met when I had them of course but I already was planning on explant for myself and honestly so happy I did it was the best decision ever! I only wish I could have done it sooner! Every day I’m feeling so much better and really happy I know these bags made me extremely tired and feeling depressed when I’m normally not like that so now I’m thankful.
If your deciding to do it just do it! You will only benefit from it your health and happiness is there for the taking grab it!

Updated on 21 Nov 2019:
Well to be honest I’ve had my ups and downs.. for me the swelling made it look more full after explanting well over two weeks then it changed to dipping or concaving they call it. I was prepared for that but most people I looked at were the worst right after, mine wasn’t the case it happened much later.
In healing I’m still soar but doing well. I have more feeling all over my breast than when I had implants! Yay!! And I got back a normal feeling to my one nipple that always just felt like a annoying pinched nerve not quite right. Which I always hated!! I’m working out my chest now and I’m massaging it all over everyday which seems to help, also using mederma for my scars on the nipples. I had him go through there to have less scars.
Anyway, I would totally not change anything I’m very happy I got my explant. I remind myself its a time for healing for now which takes months so it will only get better lol.
Not sure if this has happened to anyone else or it’s just me but after explanting I noticed so many women with fake boobs! Everywhere lol! I guess I didn’t notice much before because I was one of them! Mine jiggle now I love that! Fake ones look and feel fake no matter what. Plus I’m healthy!!!! Real feels sooooo soft! Ok ladies blessing to you and in your journey!

Updated on 30 Jan 2020:
Well I have never regretted one second my decision!!! I honestly feel so good and to be real! I can wear anything now and not look Matrimonial! I wear a small an some an extra small not a large because of the fake boobs!!! I heard from my fiancé that men prefer real over fake no matter what size. Wow who knew?? Almost every woman that comes in our office or we see daily has huge fake boobs not kidding young or older! I only wish I would have never done it at all. They hype it all up to be so great it’s not great.
Now I would love to get a fat transfer or two rounds if needed but it has to be by a qualified doctor that has experience in doing large cup size and has good fat retention rate because of how they do it.
Any recommendations for Northern California or close to that very much appreciated! Thank you no blessings to you!

I've always had small breasts. I got pregnant twice and nursed the kids for 1 year each. I got into working out heavily after that and lost 70+pounds. I had "pec meat" after that. I went in for my first consult and they all answered my questions perfectly. I've never had to go under any kind of anesthesia for any reasons come surgery date everyone made me feel at ease. They're amazing with fantastic bedside manner. 5 stars and 2 thumbs up!!

Updated on 16 Feb 2019:
Everything is going good. I'm still swollen but its only day 3 so I'm sure itll be there for a while longer. Someone me toned massaging my implants to help promote proper feeling so I've gently been rubbing them. I got to take my first shower Friday the 15th do that was nice. Overall I'm still very happy with what I have and cant wait for them to fully drop and fluff. 550cc under the muscle with a high profile.

Updated on 4 Mar 2019:
Went for my 1 week post OP and the doctor said everything looks great and if anything I'm healing ahead of schedule. My chest still feels kind of tight, not like it was 1 week ago, the swelling has gone down significantly and the pain is way more tolerable than it was the first week. Fingers crossed that everything settles and heals perfectly.

Updated on 29 May 2019:
Well I'm 3 months out and I can honestly say it was the best decision I've ever made. They look great! I'm healed back in the gym and loving life on a level of happiness I havent felt in a long time!! I'm a 36 dd or a 34 ddd depending on the bra.

My surgery date for breast augmentation is fast approaching. I go from feeling scared and uncertain to excited and giddy and back again. I've never had any kind of surgery before, although the surgery itself is not what scares me most. If I'm honest it's fear of the judgement of others. I've only told my best friend (and husband, a hard one to avoid!) about the procedure, both of whom are supportive and understanding. I am presently a very very small A. Try as I have, in my 31 years I've never been able to overcome the insecurity and frustration that has gone with having a flat chest. I know that I'm not doing it for anyone other than myself (no pressure from the husband!) which feels like the right attitude. I know that I can't let fear of other people's thoughts dictate my own actions/choices...so to hell with 'em! That being said, I don't think I'm gonna go fuller than a B cup. I would like there to be a decent proportion of my existing breast tissue (albeit not much!) with the implant. I'm not sure how many cc's that'll end up being. My pre-op visit is scheduled for 1/3 where I'll have a chance to try on sizers and get a better idea of what I'd like. I'm also nervous about the recovery period...I have a job that includes lifting of some heavy files which I was hoping to be able to resume a week after surgery, but from what I've read it sounds like no lifting whatsoever for at least 4 weeks post-op...I'll definitely do whatever is recommended! This whole thing just feels so surreal and crazy. Any advice is much appreciated!

Updated on 1 Jan 2019:
So I've been pouring over this site, checking out other women's procedures and implant specs, and I'm feeling more and more confused/uncertain. My surgeon was..not pushy, but not impartial on the subject of round silicone vs. teardrop/anatomical. I think I didn't make it clear enough that my goal isn't so much upper pole volume and cleavage, as it is a normal, natural looking/feeling breast. He was all about the round silicone. From what I've seen, teardrop implants give the most natural appearance, but is it true that they're substantially firmer to the touch? That would be a deal-breaker for me. Maybe I just need to get low-profile for the more natural look? I dunno, man! Any insights here are much appreciated. :)

Updated on 3 Jan 2019:
Went in today for my last appointment before surgery next week. I tried on sizers to help choose a size. Found out my surgeon only uses Mentor high profile smooth round silicone implants. I can’t decide between 250 cc and 275 cc. I want a more subtle/conservative look, and 275 just looks so huge with the sizers! What’s with that? Am I crazy?
Also another thing I need to decide is the incision site...inframammary or peri-areolar? (Under the breast in the fold or along the edge of the Areola). As freaky as the peri-areolar sounds...I must admit I’m tempted to go that way if it means I don’t have to worry as much about scarring (because it tends to blend with the Areola). But it still seems like a weird spot.

Updated on 7 Jan 2019:
After hours upon hours of combing realself for women with similar boob goals and stats as well as other PS opinions concerning my surgeon's high profile preference, I found myself needing to meet with him again to answer some questions that have been gnawing at me. I called his office and was told to just pop on in and he could meet with me between appointments, which he did. I was able to hear his rationale for why he primarily uses high profile implants...let's see if I can remember all of the reasons: He finds that mentor high profile implants give the nicest shape over time, that their designation as "high profile" is not significantly more pronounced than their moderate profile implants, and he likes their narrow base width (when working with a patient who has a correspondingly narrow breast width).
My main concern was that I was possibly missing out on an implant better suited to my more conservative/humble boob goals with a moderate profile implant. Hearing his reasons put my mind at ease. I feel like I've done my due diligence and can stop stressing out about everything and just BE INSANELY HAPPY AND EXCITED THAT IM FINALLY GETTING BOOBIES OHMUHGAWWWWD!!!!
Also...might have to succumb to the boob greed and go 275cc (instead of 250) :-D
Updated on 10 Jan 2019:
Went with the 275 mentor HP unders, inframammary incision. Surgery was a breeze. Everyone was super accommodating and sweet. It was so surreal going in there and finally having it done! I had to pinch myself. :)

When I woke up I didn’t feel any pain, that was a few hours ago. Now I’m starting to feel some tightness in my chest with a mild throbbing pain, but nothing too intense. And hooray no nausea! Just eating soup and binge watching GOT in my sweet electric recliner! Husband has been the sweetest tending to my every need. :) 

Can’t wait till first post-op tomorrow where I can see these bad boys!



Updated on 10 Jan 2019:
Went in to get the bandages off and have my first look at my new boobs! Granted, they definitely need some time to relax/drop/fluff and what have you...but I couldn’t be happier with the outcome!! Now come the hard part of doing nothing for the next week!

Updated on 11 Jan 2019:
Today has been so much easier in terms of discomfort compared to the last who. I've only taken my meds once today. Ibuprofen seems to do just fine!
I'm pretty sure I'm liking the size, although I know I should reserve judgement for at least the first month or so. They're just so firm right now! I need some reassurance that they're gonna loosen up a bit :)

Updated on 12 Jan 2019:
Aside from their lack of squishiness, I'm loving the size and shape. I am especially stoked that I'm pretty sure no one will be able to notice a difference between my old padded bra chest and new boobs (at least without a bikini). Minimal discomfort, just a little tightness. I should probably be taking it easier than I have been with arm movements, but it's so hard! I have to say the thing that has been most helpful in recovering has been sleeping in a recliner that I can adjust to the right angle. Constipation has been a [RS bleep] though, thanks to pain meds...even though I've cut back on those quite a bit AND drink prune juice AND smooth move tea, still no dice :( However, that's a small price to pay for my dream boobs.

Updated on 13 Jan 2019:


Updated on 18 Jan 2019:
Just had my second post-op appt. PS says they're healing nicely and I should expect to see them drop and soften up quite a bit over the next 3 weeks or so. He advised against any extra effort on my part to get them to drop (massaging, wearing a band, etc.), as he said they will do this on their own. I can honestly say by this point I have very little discomfort at all so long as I avoid pushing/pulling with force, but I'm able to do most things that don't require a whole lot of strength. I asked him about getting some new bras as the ones they provide leave much to be desired aesthetically, he said to go for it so long as it provides some lateral and vertical support (no underwire.)
Overall this whole experience has way surpassed my expectations...I thought they'd look way weirder at this point, but I am loving them! SO happy I decided to do this. I feel like I have an entirely new body. Crazy happy. :D

Updated on 20 Jan 2019:
Had fun buying some new sports bras to take the place of the post-op bras provided by my PS. Not sure that I’ll even want an actual underwire bra...nah I will. :)

Updated on 25 Jan 2019:
Just over 2 weeks into recovery. Very little discomfort other than the tape itself pulling on my skin if I try to arch my back. I can lift my arms over my head comfortably and sleep on my side...though I'm a little paranoid to do so (thinking that the implants will just sink on down to the side in the night-probably silly, but still!). I do have some nipple/areola sensitivity, but from what I've read that's normal for the first 4-6 weeks. I'm not supposed to take the stupid tape off until I'm 4 weeks in...it's so hard! But my PS tells me this is to prevent a raised scar as well as keep the wound from reopening. It's weird to be getting used to having boobs! Really hoping they'll drop quite a bit more in the next couple weeks here...from what everyone on here says they will but it's hard not to be paranoid about these things. I'm sure people can relate to that. :) And man, I cannot wait to not wear a bra!! I'm supposed to wear one nonstop the first 4 weeks. Is that the same with everyone else?

Updated on 1 Feb 2019:
Softening and dropping! Loving my results. Less than 1 week till I can go no-bra...couldn't come sooner. I caved and took off my tape at 2 weeks and SO regret it. I had a small opening maybe a quarter of an inch wide along an incision and it freaked me out. Luckily it appears to be superficial and has been healing nicely with topical wound care...this hasn't stopped me from being nonstop paraniod about infection and crazy worst-case scenarios. This site does have some pretty horrific breast-augmentation-gone-wrong stories and photos! I would not recommend exploring those!
Also I've been wanting to mention that I do have mondors cords...also freaked me the hell out because I had no idea what they were at first..but apparently they're no big deal and should clear up on their own. Phew!! All in all it's been a bit of a rollercoaster, but I look forward to stabilizing healing-wise over the next few weeks.

Updated on 18 Feb 2019:
Just had my last post-op a few days ago. Doc said that everything looks good and I can FINALLY get back to normal physical activity...I won't lie...taking 5 weeks off exercise was a bummer.
He also said that I should expect them to really drop and fluff over the next couple weeks in particular, with the size/shape setting at around 4 months.
I'm super happy with the size. So glad I didn't get greedy (I was tempted!). After trying on some bra sizes I think I'm either a 34 B or 32 C...but sizes are so inconsistent it's hard to tell. Regardless, I definitely feel like I've got plenty of boob! They're so much softer than they were a couple weeks ago...So glad to be past feeling constantly paranoid that they were going to turn out weird or some other physical catastrophe was going to befall me. And so liberating to have full use of my body without worrying about the incisions opening or muscles tearing!
This site (though frustrating at times due to its technical difficulties) has been so helpful with hearing other women's experiences and watching progress. This journey would have been much more frightening without the community support.
Thanks everyone who's commented/been in touch!! Love at ya!!

Yesterday, 10/22/18, was my surgery day, which went better than I expected, thanks to the amazing nuses, personable and funny anesthesiologist, and my the amazing Doctor Thomas. His bedside manner is top notch and his communication is genuine. The staff is just incredible!! They made me feel so comfort and put my nerves at ease. They even allowed me a somewhat longer recovery because I was so tired. I absolutely would recommend Dr Thomas for any procedures.

Updated on 24 Oct 2018:
I've been staying on a tight medication schedule which has made recover more comfortable. I still feel the incision site if I try to do much of anything, but I make sure I'm up every couple of hours to walk around the house for about 10 minutes. The pics are pre-op and day 1 recovery with drains in. I purchased a running belt that holds little 10oz bottles & used the water pickers for holding my drains.
I'm pretty excited to see what it'll all look like when the swelling is gone ????

Updated on 26 Oct 2018:
I've been staying on a tight medication schedule which has made recover comfortable. I still feel the incision site if I try to do much of anything, but I make sure I'm up every couple of hours to walk around the house for about 10 minutes. These pics are pre-op and day 1 recovery with drains.

Updated on 26 Oct 2018:
Days 2&3 were foggy, but I’m on day 4 and feeling good. Both drains are out now and I’m only taking pain meds twice per day. Super bored because I’m still required to keep legs elevated most of the time, but looking forward to a real shower tomorrow! Loving my decision to have surgery, happier every day!

Updated on 26 Oct 2018:
I have always been up and down with my weight, but decided to stop yo-yoing, and have continued a modest workout routine that worked with my life. I only workout a few times per week, mixing between jogging (3 or 4 miles) and my elliptical (about 10 or 15 mins.) I lose and tone my legs and glutes, but my mid section has ALWAYS been my problem area, even before having twins etc. These are my before photos.

Updated on 10 Nov 2018:
I have the expected amount of swelling for this stage of recovery. At 2 weeks post-op I began walking for exercise.

Updated on 20 Nov 2018:
I’ve noticed an intermittent increased in swelling, which I hear is normal as my activity level increases and I decrease use of the compression garment. My bandages have come off and my incision has lost it’s scabs, so now I’m massaging and applying oil to my incision, hoping it will help to decrease long term scar tissue and appearance. Hope it works!

Updated on 27 Nov 2018:
I found this and I find it to be pretty spot on. I wasn’t liking my tummy at 4 and now 5 weeks as much, but this graph gave me peace of mind that what I’m experiencing is normal

Updated on 27 Nov 2018:
This helped me especially at weeks 4 and 5.

I had a full tummy tuck August 13th and I am soooo happy. Everything looks amazing and even though I am still a bit swollen, I have a beautiful stomach and belly button. Dr. Thomas is professional but easy going so he makes you feel comfortable and relaxed about everything. His office staff is phenomenal as well. I ask a lot of questions and they have answered them all with compassion and patience. I am so happy I did not go anywhere else. He is the best.