I was left with very saggy belly skin after having 3 babies via c sections, including a pair of 7 lb twins. I could not stand to wear a bikini or even form fitting tops. I was constantly asked how many months pregnant I was for years. A mommy makeover was a dream that finally came true 6 months ago. I had TT with muscle repair, 450/485cc breast implants (no lift), and lipo of the flanks, upper abdomen as well as under the chin /jawline. The recovery was not as bad as I expected, I did not need hardly any of the supplies I bought. The things I would definitely recommend are a cheap walker and a toilet seat riser thing. I slept just fine in my own bed with about 15 pillows lol. As far as pain, the breasts were nothing, the chin was nothing, the TT and flank lipo were nothing you could not handle. Worse than a c-section but comparable as far as how u use those muscles. Definitely get the exparel injection, I think that was a Lifesaver as well. Most pain was probably a 5/10 ever strictly the belly. Stay on top of stool softeners and plain meds and u will be fine. I took one stool softener with every pain pill, worked like a charm. Also keep popping those gas pulls, u will be bloated, gas pain can be terrible so stay on top on those too. FAST FORWARD 6 months later I am recovering again, this time from scar revision on TT scar, thermi of the chin since lipo left me some loose skin and breast implant exchange for larger 695cc silicone. Figured while I was asleep again, may as well go bigger. On that note. Do not hesitate to go larger! I would still have gone bigger again! I am 5'7" and 145 with a broader chat of 14.5 bwd, 695cc so far post op day 7 do not look much larger at all than the 450s. Just fuller. So go bigger than u think ladies, u won't regret it! And questions, please feel free to ask regarding TT, breast implant exchange, chin lipo, chin Thermi... Etc. Good luck to u all! My surgeon is awesome! Updated on 7 May 2017: I did not post many pics so here ya go, although boobs are different sizes... Updated on 8 May 2017: Pics today, I'm 10 days out from breast implant exchange to larger 695cc silicone, as well as scar revision of 6 month old tummy tuck scar, and Thermi of the chin/jaw after lipo 6 months ago. Boobs have given me zero problems at all, i suppose the exchange is much easier... The belly incision had been bothering me a little, not enough to warrant pain meds, the chin is much much better swelling wise and only one small bruise remaining, it is still a little tender to the touch. I think the chin looks better already, although I was told it changes alot over the next 6 months which I'm very excited about, i hated my double chin! Updated on 8 May 2017: 11 days post all is well... Belly scar revision in pic as well....
I am 27 years old . I just feel like it's time for me to be happy and do what I always want to do for myself . I started look for top plastic surgery around my place . I found la jolla plastic surgery center , I honestly didn't do a lot of research . I just know that it's the best in San Diego . So I called them for consultation and with any doctor that available . I'm in such a rush . When I want something , I want it now !!!! So I went for consultation , I feel so comfortable with the doctor , he has a good manner , and good sense of humors . He picked the size for me and tried to get the best natural look as he can . So we decided to go with the silicone gummy bear , smooth circle , 310cc , moderate plus , under the muscle ! I made my decision the next day for surgery in the next 2 weeks . I paid it all cashes so I can get 3% off ! Luis is very nice and helpful . I love her , she could tell you a lot of thing about payment method. The surgery went very well . I woke up and feeling very sore and tidiness but I can breath very well and doesn't feel heavy like other people said as an elephant sitting on u or anything !!!! After taking pain killer I feel ok , just don't move my arm and I'll be fine ! I stop taking pain killer in my 4th days . How amazing ! I don't even need tylanol . I am 5 days post off now . I just feeling kind of tired but nothing hurt , mayb a little discomfort . I can't believe It . I'm so lucky . Doctor Roark is awesome !!!! Btw I'm 27 5 feet tall ,90 pounds . 32 A to 32 full B ! I am happy with the result . I wish I could gone a bit bigger but it's not a big problem . I'm still very happy with the result ! Updated on 26 Apr 2016: Have no more pain , but in the afternoon got a swollen in between on my lower boobs . It's big and yellow but no pain . It's so weird ! I called the nurse and they scheduled me to see my doctor tomorrow . Will see what happen Updated on 30 Apr 2016: I went to check up on my 1 week post op , everything was good , my nurse Sarah cut out some of the stitches and put a new bandage on . But I have terrible allergy to something , doctor and Sarah said I'm allergic to the bra . I was itching the whole entire breast and my shoulder , I put on cortisone and still didn't work . I had to get new bra ASAP .She prescribe me a stronger one and take Benadryl at night . It did help but still feeling itchy . The new bra I got is from target , it's very comfortable , I wish I had wore it since the first day ,but Will see how it goes Coz if I'm allergy to the anti biotic it should be everywhere ,not just the bra eara . Btw i get to massage it now , Sarah taught me to massage it by using my right hand to push my left breast up for 15 seconds and gently remove it , repeat 3 time each side and 5 days a week to avoid the capsule . I saw other girls using different method of massaging I don't know y I am different . Mayb mine already drop. I don't kno , I didn't ask her . Anw I can drive and doing stuff around the house now . But I got supper tired so easy , I fall asleep in the car , dental clinic.... Ect ! Mayb I just had my operation and that make me weak , I guess . So that's all for the update ! I would like to say this place is awesome , again and again I love my doctor roak , my nurse Sarah and Louis been really helpful and friendly . They always get to me right back whenever I have a question. And the receptionist is my favorite , she doesn't talk a lot but once u talk to her she is very funny and friendly ! I literally love everyone there !!! Updated on 30 Apr 2016: Updated on 3 May 2016: realized that I have really thin breast tissue , so I can feel the edge of the silicon under my breast ,but it's so natural on the top . feeling so weird ! I guess that's just how it is , because I basically got nothing lolzzzz Updated on 7 May 2016: Start feeling shooting pain randomly . On my right side breast feeling tider than my left side when I massaging it ! Also feeling bigger and a little harder . Maybe I use my right more than my left hand more or sth but they both got some kind of weird pain once a while , they are looking great Anw . I have my apointment on the 11th so will see what happen !!!! Updated on 15 May 2016: I went for my 3 weeks apointment . The doctor was surprise that my breast was healing better than he expected ! He peal off the tap and clean up the incision area , but because it wasn't completely heal . So I still have to keep the tap on for another 2 weeks . Also said he wanted me to wear the bra that he gave it to me for another 2 weeks . Because the other sport bra that I wore wasn't a good one for my breast to be settle and forming ..... Something like that . It's ok to wear them only a few hours ... And he also took an early pictures . Normally they will take it in 6 weeks . My right breast still feeling more tight than my left one, when I massage it . But they are sister , nothing to be really concern . I can't wait for them to settle down . They are pretty hight . Look like I'm wearing a push up bra . Well , I guess I don't mind if they stay like this lolzzz Updated on 5 Jun 2016: I went back for 6 weeks check up . Finally the tap got removed ,but the incision aren't fully recover yet . There are some spot that still has cap on it . I'm still happy to finally get rid of it tho ... Dr Roak said they looks great and I need to put on a real bra that has size with no underwire . He recommended me to put on alovera on the scar .... I can finally say that this is the perfect size on me . I can't imagine myself goes any bigger than this . im so glad I make the right decision with the right doctor . Again I didn't shop around , I made some research and I make apointment with him. He makes me feel very comfortable and trustful . The place is very nice and modern . There are so many places that offer cheaper price . People keep telling me to checkout here and there ,because they think it's just because of the location that make it different price . Well , I guess it might be true but I rather pay more for a better place . My healing process is nothing to be concern anymore . The sharp pain went away . I still have to massage it everyday . I still don't really feel comfortable sleeping on my size yet . Other than that , it feels very good to have these boobies lolzzz .... Btw I am 32 C . I went to shop for bra and I found the very best and comfy one from( wacoal )brand . There is no underwire ,very soft and fit . It came with nude and black ,cost 60$ with tax . I think it worth it .
Hi all! I am 6 days post-op right now. So far the recovery has been better than expected! Pre-op: 32 A (estimating this- I usually just wore sports bras and bralettes.) Post-op: intention is a mid C cup 310/345 cc silicone Natrelle mod+ Here is my experience thus far: Went in at 9am, surgery at 10:30, left around 1pm. Surgeon marked me up, anesthesiologist came and spoke with me a bit, and then the nurse led me into the operating room. I laid down on the table- it was comfortable and had warm covers. They let me keep my yoga pants on, and I took off my hospital gown. I was super nervous as this was the first surgery ever for me. The anesthesiologist and the nurse were in there with me, talking to me as they hooked me up to a bunch of cords and wires. I was talking to them for about 5-8min I think.. I knew they were just talking to me until I fell asleep. I was waiting for him to tell me that I was going to go to sleep soon, or that he had administered the drugs, but he never did. I was surprised to wake up as they were rolling me out. I remember being rolled into the recovery room and I knew immediately that the surgery was already over. I had done my fair share of research and online reading and I pretty much knew what to expect and how to feel just based on other people's reviews. I don't remember having any dreams; it just seemed like 5min had gone by, but the surgery took about an hour in reality. I remember looking at the nurse in the recovery room, keeping my eyes open so that they knew I was awake. I think I was saying weird things just being drugged up still. I remember not wanting to fall back asleep because I was too excited. Then they called my fiancé and he picked me up and we went home. He told me I was in recovery for about 45 min but it felt like 15 min. Time was just completely warped that day. At home, I slept for about 3 hours. I woke up and demanded a protein shake. I remember my throat still hurt from the tube so I had a cup of bone broth too. I was surprised to be so hungry, but I hadn't eaten since the night before. Then I woke up for dinner and had salmon and avocado. The doctor said I wouldn't be hungry and to try drinking broth for a few days.... I don't think he understood how fast my metabolism is! I had to text my fiancé in the next room whenever I wanted to sit up in bed. Took the pain meds the same day as surgery only. By the next day, I was taking only Tylenol Extra Strength as I didn't want to take any narcotics. I was also able to sit up on my own just using my abs. My mom visited and I ate a plate of pad thai for lunch. I honestly have been so amazed by how painless and easy this whole experience was. They only hurt at bedtime and in the morning when I wake up. It is best described as the type of muscle pain you get the morning after working out really hard. The only thing worth noting this week has been this: each time I tried to go for a walk (less than 5min, like to the mailbox or to my neighbor's house), I get winded really easily. They told me not to let my heart rate speed up, so each time this happens I get nervous and just have to take a seat until my pulse slows down. It is so weird because I feel amazing and normal but I get out of breath really easily. I am not out of shape by any means, so I think this is just an after-effect of having had surgery last week or maybe from the anesthesia. I will ask my doctor on my first week post-op visit. Either way, I have no intention of working out for the first month after surgery. I initially planned on excersising after 2 weeks, but I have done some reading and most people seem to think that if you rest for a full month you might get better aesthetic results.
I'm 5'0", 118 lbs & 36, a mother of two and I breastfed both of my children. I have no stretch marks nor any sagging, but I've always desired more volume to my breast. I'm somewhere between a 34a and 32B comfortably. I desire to be a small D cup. After consultation at the La Jolla surgical center with Dr Roark we decided sub muscle 435 cc. Sientra silicone (gummy bears), round smooth full moderate profile. My BA surgery date is this Thursday and I'm so excited! I'll definitely take pics and post about my experience. so far I have been taking vitamin C and multi vitamins daily for the past two weeks to keep my immune system strong and make my body extra healthy for a better recovery after surgery, via my nurse's advice. I am also taking Arnica Montana 30x daily; my nurse advised me to begin doing so two weeks before surgery to help prevent swelling and bruising after and she says it will aid faster healing. I've filled all my prescription, I was able to use my health insurance Kaiser to get all the meds I need for after surgery: Antibiotic, Percocet, Valium, antinausea drug & a stool softner (in case the pain meds cause constipation). I'm very impressed with how thorough my doctor and his staff have been, I feel fully ready for this Thursday! Will see what I have to say after, lol! Updated on 19 May 2015: Updated on 21 May 2015: It's 1am & I can't sleep... I'm excited, apprehensive, tense & scared all at once! I just hope all turns out well... Wish me luck!!!!!! Updated on 21 May 2015: I'm hoping for full, close cleavage, small D breasts... Updated on 21 May 2015: Updated on 21 May 2015: So, I'm about to go into surgery... ???? Updated on 22 May 2015: well, it is accomplished! It's all been a bit of a blur, but overall I am extremely satisfied with my results! I've been very drowsy and nauseous from the general anesthesia as well as the pain meds I've been taking this evening. I've been sleeping a lot, in and out of consciousness. The frozen peas have helped immensely! The pain is mild so far, but I have been following my nurses advice and staying ahead of the pain with the pain pills. I don't wait for it to become excruciating, I just take the pills every 3 to 4 hours as instructed, leaning more towards three once again to stay ahead of the pain. I can't tell the full size yet, the bra they have to hold everything in place pushing them pretty tight, tomorrow after he removes the bandages on my nipples I'll post some pics without the medical bra. I went with my original plan of 435cc, smooth round, moderate profile under muscle, placed through nipples. All in all, so far no regrets! Updated on 22 May 2015: So, I had my post op appt, the dr removed my bandages yet left the tape right under my nipples to hold the sutures in place. Dr says I can shower tonight, so that's what I'll doafter this post! Still no serious pain. My dizziness & nausea have subside. The muscle pain is still mild-moderate for the most part. I work out regularly soI believe being active has helped my body bounce back faster. I'd describe the pain similar to that of muscle soreness after a heavy lifti g workout. I'm taking percocet for pain every 4-6 hours & half of a valium for muscle relaxation every 6 hours. Also I ice with bagged peas every hour for about w0 minutes, that helps a lot Updated on 22 May 2015: So, I'm having mixed emotions today about my BA. On one hand I do like that they are bigger, but I exected them to look bigger like the testers I tried on during my consultation. But my biggest concern is that a card was given to me with my implant info. Even though my doctor & I decided on moderate profile (I wanted width to ensure good cleavage) but the card he gave me clearly stated 435cc hp, which I'm sure stands for high profile. I didn't notice it until I came back home & his ofice is closed now, so I can't call, but I'm upset if he changed the profile without my knowledge. I had my heart set on moderate profile. I'm not sure I'm happy with my boobs & am starting to feel depressed & regretful about it all. I just keep hoping they will drop and look better soon. :( Any advice? Updated on 22 May 2015: I'd love some hinest feedback, ladies!!! Please... I don't know how I feel right now ???? Btw, I used different lighting, that's why my skin color is off! ???? Updated on 23 May 2015: So, I woke up feeling a little sore but nothing unbearable. I was able to push myself up from bed and use the bathroom, had my first major bowel movement since surgery. That was a big relief, lol! I didn't feel very sore so instead of taking percocet I chose two extra strength tylenol. I was able to shower, get dressed, put on makeup and even cooked breakfast for my family! Any soreness was mild, self as though I had been lifting weights the day before so it was tight and sore like that. My family all eat breakfast together, then we went to my daughters volleyball game. My husband left first with my daughter, so I followed in my own car with my son. Big mistake! I Drive stick shift and every time I shifted gears or turned the steering wheel I felt shooting pain in my breasts. I made it through the game but I began feeling light headed and faint. So once home again I took half a percocet & half a Valium, so I'm back in bed. Just wanted to do a quick update before I pass out. I'm definitely feeling very tired. My breasts aren't that sore much, just very tight and slightly sore to the touch. It feels as though I have on a tight very padded Victoria's Secret bombshell bra, lol! You know how it gets uncomfortable by the end of the day? That's the feeling! Though not in much pain, my activity level still needs to remain low obviously. After showering I took a long look at my whole body naked and I must say I'm feeling a bit better about my breasts! Time will tell... Updated on 23 May 2015: I took several pictures after showering this morning, I think they look a little better than yesterday. What do you ladies think? Updated on 24 May 2015: So, I had my BA last Thursday 5/21 & today is Sunday... I guess today is technically my 3rd day post op. Please excuse my mixing up days, as well as my drug induced ranting, lol! today is the first day I woke up without pain! I haven't even thought of taking the percocet or valium, all I did was take a couple of extra strength tylenol because they are still a bit tender to the touch. But overall world improvement! It's been over 12 hours since I've taken any hard pain pills. I sat up from bed without thinking twice and didn't wince from pain one time. My bowel movements are normal (tmi, but believe me, it matters!) After this update I'm going to shower & take a short car trip to walk the mall with my kids. I have absolutely no bruising. I've gently been rubbing cocoa butter to ease the tightness my skin feels. Of course I avoid the suture/ surgical tape area when moisturizing. I've since spoken to my nurse by email (how's that for awesome patient care? It is, after all, Memorial Day weekend!!) & she explained to me that Dr tried the different profile's on me while I was under general anesthesia and the mp's were too wide for my small frame. If you go to wide there is the bad chance of the breasts looking like a weird uni-boob, lmao!! Lord knows I don't want that! Apparently, this was explained to my husband, but him being the man of few words he is, he conveniently forgot to share this with me ????. So I feel better about that aspect, as well! I don't want my kids to see me taking naked selfies, so I'll post pics later when I have more privacy, but trust me when I say my boobs are GORGEOUS!!! ???? What a difference a day makes! They seem to have settled more and look amazing! That makes me all the more confident that they will continue to look even more amazing as the weeks go by. Thank all you ladies for your comments and support and I will continue to keep you posted on my progress! Happy Memorial Day weekend everyone! Updated on 25 May 2015: It's been 4 days since my BA & I luv my boobies more & more each day!!! Today I awoke with no more than slight discomfort. I took 1 xtra strength tylenol & that was all that was needed. Today we are bbqing for Memorial day but I'm taking things easy just as a preventative precaution (don't want to rupture my sutures or displace an implant, if that's even possible, lol), but in all truth I feel like I could go for a mile run if I wanted to! I can't wait to start working out again, but I'm going to take it easy and follow the doctor's instructions. For now the majority of my exercise will be taking the dogs for a walk around the block. Yesterday we walked the mall & did some shopping, but the heavy bags irritated my breasts, so hubby & kids did the carrying. I'm not going to overdo it and risk messing up these beautiful results! I just can't wait to really go somewhere & wear something nice to agow them off a lil', lol!!! I Hope everyone is enjoying their Memorial Day and check out my pics! Updated on 25 May 2015: Sorry, I have trouble navigating on this site & posting from my cell... Hopefully these load this time! Updated on 26 May 2015: Today is my fifth day post op. & I feel great! I got sientra silicone implants 435cc hp under muscle. I stopped taking the heavy pain pills 2 days ago and have been doing fine on extra strength tylenol. This morning I really don't feel like I need to take anything! I've always been very active and physically fit, so I think this has a lot to do with my fast recovery. They're still slightly tender to the touch near the incision area, which is the areola for me. But other than that I'm fine. If I start doing too much cleaning, or whatever, my breasts get a lil sore and that lets me know I need to sit down and use my peas ice pack, lol! Cocoa butter is helping the skin not feel so tight, I use it every morning & night. I was contemplating going back to work today but don't want to push it and mess up my results, but I will go back tomorrow. there's not much else to tell, I will update again when there is an actual change . Good Day, Beautiful Ladies! Updated on 26 May 2015: Updated on 28 May 2015: Hey Y'all! :-D Yesterday Wednesday the 27th was my first day back to work. I felt very sluggish and tired for the first half of the day, I'm sure this is because I've been laying around the house for most of the last week. My first day back was the 6th day post op, & I did fine. My job is pretty fast paced and fairly physical, I'm a registered dental assistant. But my staff knew I was recovering so they let me move at my own pace. After eating lunch midday I got a boost of energy and made it through the second half of the day with better ease & faster pace than the morning. I did get a few shooting pains here and there if I tried to move too fast with my arms, but all in all nothing to cry home about. I took 2 extra strength tylenol in the morning then another 2 midday and that was all I needed as far as meds go. Oh yeah, I am still taking the Arnica Herbal supplements, they have just helped so much with swelling and bruising that I figured I'd keep taking them until my nurse tells me to stop. I'm working in the morning today and then leaving at lunch to go to my post up suture removal appointment! I'm so excited, can't wait to see my new breasts without the tape and sutures. And, by the way that surgical tape is amazing! I showered every day since the next morning after my surgery and even took a short bath this evening and that tape has stayed on my a champ! I know sutures are under that tape, but damned if I've seen them, lol! I'm hoping my Dr will allow me to start massaging my breasts, they aren't very sore anymore and I feel like if I start massaging them they'll soften up more. Right now they're super hard and my skin is still tight. I am still using Palmers cocoa butter in the morning which helps relieve that tight feeling, and I've now started using coconut oil at night. Coconut oil feels so much better and I feel like its softening the skin more, but because it's so oily I don't use it in the daytime so it doesn't get on my clothes. I rub it on at night just before I'm going to bed and then put that ugly surgical bra on. That's another thing I can't wait to throw away, lol! So that's my update. I'll post more pictures later today after my sutures are removed. I'm curious/ nervous to see what the lower half of my nipples look like... Wish me luck & Have a great day, Ladies! Updated on 29 May 2015: Had a great ppst op visit & sutures removed. I love Dr Roark & his staff!! It's late so I'll elaborate more another time but here's some pics of me having fun w/ my new boobs... Love 'Em! Good Night, Dolls Updated on 29 May 2015: Yesterday I went for my 1 week post op check up & had the sutures removed. I got my 1st peek of the incision under the nipples which was slightly longer & redder than I expected (I don't really know what I expected, tho, lol). The nurse put the surgical tape back over the incisions & sent me home with some extra's to change it out once a week or so. She says they keep the tape there to hold the incision marks down flat so that it will heal flat & not be a raised scar. Sounds about right, so I went with it, although I was a lil bummed because I thought I'd be bandage free to show off for hubby... not that he's complaining! He also loves the results :) I also got the go ahead to start massaging my breasts 5 times a day, an upward pushing movement so the implants don't become "encapsulated" & also to help them soften & drop more. I had a few small stretch marks where the tape was covering the sutures before & I couldn't get there with my cocoa butter, so the nurse was more conservative with the tape this time so I could get that area better, because so far the cocoa butter morning & coconut oil @ night combo have prevented stretch marks everywhere else, so I know it's working! I don't like the surgical bra at work so I also got the okay to buy a "Genie" bra, it's kind of a sports bra style but with support just like the surgical bra to hold the girls in the position we want them in & I bought 2 size large, I like them so much better. It's more comfortable. I'm working all day today & so far doing fine. No need for even 1 Tylenol! Feeling great, hope you all are, too! :) Updated on 31 May 2015: Went out with hubby & friends last night & got to show off "the girls" a little for the 1st time since my BA! I still have to wear that unflattering surgical bra, so I couldn't push them up as much as I like, or even go braless & expose more. So, this is the cutest shirt I could pull off with that bra. I did go without a bra in a sundress earlier that day for a couple of hours but it actually hurt with no support so I decided I'd better stick with the ugly bra for now until they heal more. I danced the night away & felt completely comfortable in my new breasts! Today I don't have any pain or sensitivity but I feel like maybe I jumped & danced around too hard because today my boobs seem to have dropped some more. I guess thats a good thing, but they feel kind of deflated today for some reason... I don't know, it's probably all in my head but I feel like my boobs a lil smaller today... We'll see! Updated on 7 Jun 2015: Hello! So, this past Thursday was the two week mark for me! I'm happy to report I'm doing everything normally: driving, working, lifting, reaching, sex, lol... just not exercising yet because I haven't gotten clearance from my surgeon. I go back to see him in 2 weeks and I'm really hoping he'll give me clearance to do so, because I'm gaining weight like a heffer :(. I've never been a dieter, I'm one of those girls that eat what I want but definitely relied on working out to keep my figure cute. But, I'm trying to eat clean and drink lots of water so things don't get too out of control. Since surgery though, I've gained about 5-7 pounds, fluctuating of course. I've been massaging my breast daily as instructed, and I noticed my right breast has dropped significantly! My left breast was slightly smaller before and I'm thinking that's probably why it's still high and tight. I hope it drops soon and feels softer like the right one does now. My last visit I got permission to buy the Genie Bra, I bought two and they are way more comfortable for me at work under my scrubs! And, believe it or not it's slightly more appealing to the eye than the surgical bra. I'm still getting used to the new girls and I'm trying to be patient about the final outcome look... My incisions look gross still, but I'm still wearing surgical tape over them to help the scar lay flat so I only see it every 3 days when I change the tape as my nurse showed me. I'll post new pics & I know they look great, but I'll admit: in the back of my mind I'm still questioning having HP implanted rather than MP's as I had initially wanted... I plan to speak to my PS about it at the next visit but as I said I'm trying to be patient and wait for the final outcome. I know they will continue to change for the next 6-12 monthd and I just hope its for the better. Most days I love them, in clothes they look great! & of course they're bigger which is great! But a lot of times when I'm naked I'm seeing what I initially did not want which are too round and far apart, the "fake look"... I wanted them close together, more wide and natural looking. I specifically said to my PS before going into surgery "I'd prefer them to be more fuller than protruding". I understand the logic behind the choice that was made for the change, but in the back of my mind it just keeps nagging me. I really don't want to have to redo surgery to correct this, so I'm hoping I'll lean more toward loving them before the 6 months mark... Lol, which is way off, I'm only 2 weeks in! We'll see ;) Enjoy your day, Lovelies! Updated on 8 Jun 2015: My close friend just gave me a huge reality check, lol As I continued complaining that my PS put high profile implants in me when I told him I wanted Moderate Profile, she told me "who cares what you call it, you got the results you wanted!" I looked puzzled until she showed me my original wish boob pics & if mine aren't right on with each one, they're very close! This surgery is a physical change but it's also a mental adjustment, so bear with me as I continue to come to grips with my new girls! What a reality check, thank goodness for good friends who will point out the obvious when we're being blind, lol! One of my favorite wish pics was found here on Real Self & is the last pic I showed my PS before going into surgery. & if you compare her 2 week post op pic with my own... Wow! As I said before, big reality check :-/ Thanx for all your positive feedback as well, ladies! Okay, Okay I'll stop obsessing over my boobs, lol!! Updated on 14 Jun 2015: thead family in town so I took them out clubbing. The best thing about the night was I went out without a bra again and they looked so fabulous without the help from any bra! Updated on 18 Jun 2015: Week 4 Post Op! Posting a few pics in different lighting... I'm feeling more comfortable with my new breasts. I love how clothes fit & I feel 100% super sexy in lingerie, so hubby is loving that, lol! My right breast is still dropped more than the left but it's so subtle I'm probably the only one who notices. I'm doing light exercises now, just no upper body work outs, nor cardio. So I'm focusing on lower body: squats, stair master, leg extensions, moderate level bike, etc. I'm still 8 pounds over weight so that's bugging the hell out of me, ugh :/ Breasts are feeling more like "me". Less sensitivity & the massage is helping them feel more natural, although I'm honestly only doing it like 2× a day, not 5× like the nurse instructed me to do. I work & have kids, can't be walking arounds feeling myself up, lol! Oh, the biggest change is that this week I started using "Scar Away" silicone bandages over my areola incisions because I ran out of the steri-strips my nurse gave me & I think it made it worse! Instead of making the scar lay flatter they seemed to hydrate & make the scar raise up. So, I decided I'd just use flat bandage tape instead. I was getting better results before. Next Tuesday is my 1 month post op visit with my PS, so I'll check in again then, Ladies! Updated on 21 Jun 2015: So, I went bra shopping today (yayyy) Victoria's Secret is having the beautiful semi-annual sale, so I had to do it! I got measured (32DD!!! Wow!!) & tried on bra's. I only bought 2 bra's since I'm only 1 month post op & my size may change after further "drop & fluff". Plus, last time I had a visit my PS said no underwire bra's & I'm not sure when I'll get the clearance. My next Ps visit is on Tuesday, but I thought I'd ask some experienced real selfers their experience with underwire bra's after BA: What's so bad about them? How long until your PS allowed you to wear it? Thanx Gals! Updated on 26 Jun 2015: Hey RS Ladies! It's my fifth week post op! Tuesday I saw my PS for the 2nd time since my surgery. He assured me my breasts will continue to drop to give me the more full appearance I've been longing for, not the two cantaloupes sitting up on my chest that I have going on now, lol! Just joking, they are actually settling very nicely! Also, my r & l side are looking a bit more even this week. Overall, my PS was very impressed with how soft my implants are becoming and said my healing is coming along nicely. He advised me to no longer use steri-strips or surgical tape over my incisions, but that I could use Mederma, it would help the scar fade a bit more. But I think it's actually coming along pretty nicely on its own and I don't think I need any other help besides the coconut oil and coconut butter that I've been religiously using each day. I found out I'm not supposed to shower with the scar-away silicone strips on, and that's what was causing the extra moisture in my incision area and giving it the raised appearance. Once the incisions dried out they lay flat again, with no problem. My PS also said NO to any pads or underwire in bra's for another couple of months, he says they can change the shape of my settling breasts to an unnatural shape. I can buy bra's without wire, shapes, or padding. No more surgical bra, woo hoo!! I'm still getting used to the new girls and their appearance. I'm totally having boob greed so I'm trying not to be on RS so much, comparing my girl's to other women. I'm trying to focus on my own breasts and how they look with my body. Especially since my PS gave me the green light to exercise! Best news of the week!! & I've stayed busy in the gym, so it's not so hard to just focus in me :). It's now time to get my body back slim trim and in shape the way I like it. In the meantime, I'll continue massaging and wait for more drop & fluff. Good night everyone! Updated on 3 Jul 2015: This past Thursday marked 6 weeks post op mark for me! This has been a bumpy ride for me. Last week I was so frustrated with my lack of symmetry as well as my breasts not dropping the way I anticipated & them looking a lot "rounder" than I ever wanted. This week, thanx to some great advice from a couple of sweet real self girls, I've calmed down & have resolved to be diligent with my massaging & just be patient. Lol, that's never been a strong quality of mine! But it is helping & I think this week they've both dropped a bit more! Just in time for me to wear a new bikini on the beach tomorrow all day 4th of July ;). All you girls on this site are so encouraging, but a special thank you to rs gal New2023! You gave me hope when I was ready to give up on my buh round boobies, lol! Happy 4th, Ladies! Updated on 7 Jul 2015: Just a quick update b4 I turn in for the night... I had such a blast at the beach this past weekend! Being out in my bikini, I must say, I felt fabulous! I'm loving the girls just a little bit right now, lol! Plus I've consciously been massaging them big time and I've since noticed they are so much softer, looking more even, and have even dropped more! I hope everyone had a happy 4th, ttyl RS Ladies! Updated on 7 Jul 2015: Updated on 11 Jul 2015: So, yeah... Everyone was right: my PS, his nurse, my friends, all you sweet, supportive RS ladies ~ Everyone was right! I'm 7 & 1/2 weeks post op & I can finally with confidence admit that!! I finally stopped obsessing over the girls, gave it some time & I'm so excited to see everyday my breasts ate settling, dropping and fluffing more more! Also, they are very symetrical thus week! Incision scars are almost invisible!!! I couldn't be happier with my choice & I feel so foolish for 2nd guessing my PS! Their office has been so kind & patient wirh me, lol ;) Obviously this size and profile were best for my shape, & I'm happier each day!! As my breasts continue to change (almost daily they soften & settle - aka drop & fluff - more & more!!!) it's more & more exciting!!!! I'm sharing recent pics as well as comparison pics. Have a great weekend, Beautiful Ladies!! Updated on 12 Jul 2015: As I stated in previous post, Im just so happy & relieved that the girls have finally dropped & fluffed noticably, they're looking more like what I'd envisioned! I made some comparison collages that help me see the progress even more, so thot I'd share! ;-) Updated on 28 Jul 2015: Hello Beautiful Ladies! Not much has changed since my last update but I thought I'd post a few pictures showing my progress. I'm in my 10th week post op, my breasts are continuing to soften and settle. No complaints, they just seem like a normal part of me! This may be my last post as I am super busy lately, but I hope I've helped some girls along the way and I'd like to thank you all for helping me thru this! Have a beautiful day ;-) xoxo Updated on 2 Aug 2015: :-D Updated on 17 Aug 2015: Hello Ladies! Decided to stop by and do a quick review because I made it to the promised land, lol! Its been 3 months since my BA, this Thursday will be 13 weeks post op for me. The girls are wonderful! I notice occasional slight rippling in my right breast, but nothing anyone would notice visually, mostly I notice it when I massage. Otherwise everything feels very normal! I feel as though I've always had them. They're definitely bigger, but not too big to where it makes me feel uncomfortable. I still feel petit and can get away with a lot of the same things I could with my smaller breast: Running and exercising I don't feel anything uncomfortable, laying on my stomach feels fine, I can even still go braless around the house without discomfort! overall doing great, Have a great day Beautiful Ladies! Updated on 25 Aug 2015: I had my 3 month post op visit today. I definitely decided I am fully happy with my results and my size fits my body perfectly! Looking at my before and after pictures made me so happy with what I have today. They feel so natural, recovery was easy, and doing everyday things is a cinch. Plus, I'm still petite! So this is my very last review/ update with final post up pics (my doctor doesn't think I'll change much more). It's time for me to go on and live in the real world, and stop obsessing over my breasts, lol! It's easy to do, especially since I waited so long to do this! But I'm very happy, for myself and all of you ladies! I wish all you girls the best in the future with your cosmetic choices and I would definitely recommend Dr. Rourke to anyone in the San Diego area looking to enhance their breasts! I Wish You Happy Lives, Beautiful Ladies!!! :-D Updated on 23 Oct 2015: Hey everyone! I hope you beautiful ladies are all doing well! You are all so gorgeous with your perfect breast augmentations that I had had to take a break from Real Self so that I stop obsessing over the imperfections of my own, lol! I wanted to stop having boob greed & thought positive thinking would help me embrace my own breasts more. Unfortunately, it didn't work & I'm seriously considering having a revision surgery. That's almost my worst nightmare and I really didn't want to go down this road, but I'm now 5 months postoperative and even after dropping and fluffing I'm just not happy. This isn't the boob job I'd envisioned and I'm actually closer to pics that I showed my doctor I DIDN'T want to look like rather than how I wanted them to be. I still feel they're too far apart and they're not as wide as I wanted them to be, I went in truly wanting moderate or even moderate plus because my dream breasts are wide not two small balls with space between sticking out and that's what I have! Plus, all pics I looked at and liked of other women's breast augmentation were always moderate or moderate Plus profile, I never liked the high profile look :(. I'm so sad about it every day to the point where I've scheduled an appointment with my doctor to discuss my options. Along with not liking how they look my right breast has been hurting me increasingly since my operation. At first they both would have shooting nerve pain periodically but as of lately my left breast feels perfectly normal, but the right breast still has that shooting nerve pain and it's actually gotten worse. It has even woken me up in the middle of the night with burning nerve pain that lasts for about 20 min until I massage it away. From the beginning that breast was always swollen a little more than the left and I even had a little pus leaking from my periareolar incision site after sutures were removed on that breast (my doctor said it was fine and would go away). I only like how they look in a push up bra, I really didn't think I'd have to still buy push up bra's after BA!!! And my new bra size is still small enough that I have trouble finding my bra size : 34 C / 32 D... Ugh :( So that's where I am and I'd really love some advice from you ladies! I just want to be happy with the choice that I made, it wasn't cheap and for almost $7,000 I should definitely be happier about my breast augmentation, don't you agree? I'm including pics of what I look like now along with a few pics of how I wished I looked... Thanks for taking the time ladies! Updated on 29 Oct 2015: Hello ladies! Thank you all for your very positive feedback you've given me over the last week. It has all given me so much to think about, and I'm definitely taking it all to heart. I am working on trying to have a more positive image of what I have now, however I am still planning to go and speak to my doctor about possibility for a revision. I wasn't able to go this week as planned due to a work schedule change, so I've rescheduled for November 10th which is 2 Tuesday's away. I realized we women can be our own worst critics and I guess if we were women who were happy with what we got in the 1st place we may never have contemplated breast augmentations in the first place right? Lok, jk... But we are women that were seeking a small slice of breast perfection, and even though nothing is perfect in life I can't help but longing for fuller breasts that were closer together. I've got to do a lot of research though and have a better idea of why mine didn't outcome closer together as well as possibilities if I do go through with the revision. It seems the best option would be going with bigger CCS, but stick to HP rather than MP. I'm thinking 500cc may fit better, although now I'm wondering if I should have gone saline rather than silicone to get the fullness I'm speaking. Who knows, maybe I'll just try to learn to love the new breasts that I got. Its so hard to swallow that pill after shelling out $7,000, but such is life, right? Lol, I'm trying not to be so bitter about it all. You beautiful positive ladies have definitely helped me, & I thank you all so much for your sweet, always kind, and very truthful feedback. I hope everyone has enjoyed their week so far! Updated on 9 Nov 2015: Okay ladies, so tomorrow is my big appointment! I'm meeting with my P.S. in the morning to discuss the rippling & pain I've been having in my right breast along with the possibility of revising both to go a little bigger so that I'll have the fuller look I've wanted from the beginning. However, over the last week I've been thinking so much about it and thanks to the great advice I've gotten from all the wonderful real selfer's I've decided even though I really do want my breasts to be fuller, I will be happy with what I have as well. What I have now is better than it was before, and they really are pretty so I'm definitely at a place where I have made peace with my breasts & I promise to love them regardless of the decision I make tomorrow! I had distanced myself from this website before because I felt I was obsessing over my breasts too much and I kept seeing pictures of results that are more like what I dreamed of & felt consumed by boob greed :-(. However, during this tough time where I'm actually considering doing a revision (which is NEVER what I wanted to be considering) this website has been my best friend! There is no where else where I can sound off, get positive feedback, and do research all at the same time. For that I say thank you Real Self - I'll never doubt you again, lol! Even though my friends are great listeners, who better to speak to about my surgery issues than other women who have been through it and are going through similar issues at the same time as me, right? 1 thing I've learned will share is: don't compare cc's with other real selfers... I've see girls say 400cc's is too big, or don't go bigger than 500 cc's, etc. Everyone is entitled to their opinion, but I've learned it all depends on where you start in breast size. For a girl who is a C cup before augmentation, 400cc's might be huge! But a girl who's an A cup or an AA cup, you can't compare that to yourself who may have started at a B cup. So, I have 435cc's, but I still have way more space than some girls on here who have 400 cc's, because they had more breast tissue to begin with. Just something I've learned! Next, I've come to the conclusion after looking at many pictures, and speaking to many people that my breasts are beautiful and I do need to accept them as being that! We can always reach for more perfection in life & I may still do that in the form of seeking revision, but in the meantime I did have a friend show me pictures of serval celebs who are drop dead gorgeous beautiful, but their breasts have a bit more space between them like what I'm complaining about. One of them being Beyonce! She's my favorite entertainer and I think she's the most beautiful woman EVER, so who cares if her breasts are a little bit apart!?! She's freakin' BEYONCE & I'm NOT so I'm trippin' lol :-D!!! Also, her ex-bandmate Kelly Rowland who is very open about her breast augmentation also has space between her breasts. A friend went through a magazine of celeb's with me and we both came to the realization that smaller more conservative breast are classier, a bit more high fashion, and equally as beautiful! The large fake look is really only prevalent in [RS bleep], and not even so much there anymore! So if I go a bit bigger to fill that dreaded gap I hate, I also run the risk of looking too big and fake, & I NEVER wanted that... Size isn't so much my issue, its more about filling that excess space. But with a good push up bra it doesn't show so much... Ugh, I'm so torn :-(. I'm seriously almost to the point of saying, "hey, they're great, leave 'em alone!!!" Anyway, I'll decide for sure after meeting with my P.S. tomorrow, & regardless he deserves the right to know what's going on. I'm sure he'll give me some wise words to help nudge me in the right direction. Thanks again for always listening beautiful ladies & I wish you all a great night! Updated on 13 Nov 2015: Hey Gals! I hope everyone is had a wonderful day! I've been meaning to get on here & let you beautiful ladies know how my visit with my PS went, unfortunately my office was hectically busy this week, so I've been delayed until now. I saw the PS on Tuesday morning. I must say, Dr. Roark is awesome! I've been through ups & downs since my augmentation, but if I had to do it all over again I would definitely go with him & I'd still recommend him to anyone seeking cosmetic procedures. At my appt he was so kind, and gentle as always; he was very understanding even though I was 15 minutes late to my appointment (due to rain, along with heavy rush hour morning traffic), & he still took his time to talk me through all my concerns. 1st of all he assured me everything is normal with my right breast. He says the shooting nerve pain I'm feeling is normal, and can continue up to a year. The differences I'm feeling between my right and left breast he attributes to the fact that the right breast was slightly smaller in shape with less breast tissue to begin with, and that's why I even notice more rippling on that breast versus the other. Also with it being the smaller breast it had to stretch further & that's probably why it's taking longer for pocket to heal & explains lingering pain. Along with the fact that I'm right handed so that side gets worked & aggravated more. He took the time to bring up my pre-op pictures and outline the difference in the two breasts to me and explained how it all coincides with what I'm feeling now. So I definitely feel better knowing there's nothing wrong with that breast. With that being said, I have no medical reason needed to go in for revision, so we now began to discuss my thoughts on the appearance of my breasts. Once again, he was very patient with me and explained that he could replace my implants for me if that's what I really want, but he suggested waiting until January of next year if that's the route I choose to go. That way I could get through the holidays and enjoy my family & also give the right breast time to calm down some more. However he strongly urged that I don't replace my implants because they're next to perfect & why mess with that? Also there are chances of having more discomfort, or even complications, after a second surgery. Then, there's always the chance of going with a bigger size and still having that space between my breasts because that's just my natural breast shape & how I am in the middle probably won't change. He doesn't like relieving more of a pocket between the breasts than necessary because you then run the risk of symastia. He even showed me several photos of women who had thought the same thing as me, revised and ended up having that issue. Another thing he showed me that was surprising was he could only fit one finger easily between my breasts. He said that's a comfortable spacing and he doesn't like to go closer than one finger space. I was shocked! When I look at it it looks more like three spaces to me, lol! His hands are bigger than mine, but even with my own fingers two fingers can barely fit. He told me a good push up bra is the way to go when I want closer cleavage, and maybe in 10 to 15 years when the implants need to be replaced then go a little bigger if I want. By then my body will have changed some & a bigger size would be understandable at that point. But right now he thinks going bigger won't fit my body size and height as well as the size I have right now. He's too funny, because he then said only fat woman's breast naturally have cleavage without a bra, lol! I don't know how about that, but I'll agree with him that my size right now fits my body well. So, for now I'll be happy with what I have, learn to love these new curves even though they don't look exactly how I'd dreamed they would... My new girls are very nice! Thanks again for all the nice words and encouragement you ladies have shown me, this really is a great support site! Updated on 20 Nov 2015: Good morning beautiful real self ladies! I hope everyone's week has gone well :-) Just wanted to drop a few words as I realized I'm actually at the 6 month mark! My augmentation was done May 21st 2015, so it has been exactly 6 months! It's been such a roller coaster ride, lots of ups and downs, lol. All you positive girls have definitely been a big help, motivation, and support source for me so once again I'd like to say thank you! Yes it's true, I've made peace with my breasts & I've decided to keep them as they are. If I do any switch in the future, maybe in 10 years or so I'll revisit size and shape issues. But for now I'll leave them as is and enjoy them! I'm posting pics of me today, and progress on my scars. My areola incision scars healed ok, the left breast scar is still raised and even tender to the touch somedays, but overall pretty good. I think I was obsessing over size and shape so much that I started slacking on rubbing my cocoa butter and coconut oil to fade the scars, so I'm going to get back on that. Does anyone know any good scar fade cream to use at this point? Is it too late to use Mederma? Anyway hope everyone has a great day and Happy Thanksgiving XOXO ;-) Updated on 20 Nov 2015: Good morning beautiful real self ladies! I hope everyone's week has gone well :-) Just wanted to drop a few words as I realized I'm actually at the 6 month mark! My augmentation was done May 21st 2015, so it has been exactly 6 months! It's been such a roller coaster ride, lots of ups and downs, lol. All you positive girls have definitely been a big help, motivation, and support source for me so once again I'd like to say thank you! Yes it's true, I've made peace with my breasts & I've decided to keep them as they are. If I do any switch in the future, maybe in 10 years or so I'll revisit size and shape issues. But for now I'll leave them as is and enjoy them! I'm posting pics of me today, and progress on my scars. My areola incision scars healed ok, the left breast scar is still raised and even tender to the touch somedays, but overall pretty good. I think I was obsessing over size and shape so much that I started slacking on rubbing my cocoa butter and coconut oil to fade the scars, so I'm going to get back on that. Does anyone know any good scar fade cream to use at this point? Is it too late to use Mederma? Anyway hope everyone has a great day and Happy Thanksgiving XOXO ;-) Updated on 26 Nov 2015: This is my favorite holiday because it reminds us to simply be grateful & take time out to eat, drink & be merry with Family! I hope all you beautiful ladies enjoy this day & remember to take time out to be grateful for the simple things in life that really do matter ???????????? Happy Thanksgiving! Updated on 28 Feb 2016: Hey Beautiful Ladies! It's been awhile since I've checked in so I decided to do an update. I have absolutely no complaints, everything with my breasts is going great! I feel much more comfortable in my own skin and with my decision than I did at first. I do notice my bras fit more comfortable & snuggly than at first, I think I finally got that drop & fluff thing, lol :-D. It did take me a little while to fully realize how to enhance or downplay the new breasts with clothing . Depending on what I wear and how I accentuate my new accessories, they can look absolutely ginormous or itty bitty. You can definitely push up with certain bras or lay them flat with a good sports bra. Most people never know I've done an augmentation until I'm in a bikini, something tight, or something with a plunging neckline. I really don't dress like that all the time as I'm a PTA mom, but when I go out with hubby and decide to get sexy it's definitely a lot easier to show up and show out! I feel amazing naked & in lingerie. So, blue that I've figured out how to witek these girls, I feel my choice was the right size for my body ;-) The biggest struggle has been since my surgery has been weight gain: I've gained about 10 pounds! I'm not happy about that, and the extra weight takes away from me feeling completely great. I also noticed when I was thinner my breasts stand out more, so be careful ladies! The more weight you gain, your bigger body makes the breasts look smaller. I'm working out & staying active as I always have, so it's so frustrating carrying these 10 extra stubborn pounds! I do remember a friend who has breast implants telling me that the bigger you go the more your body wants to put on weight to compensate for the bigger breasts... Not sure if that's completely true but in my case my body has definitely rounded out 10 pounds bigger & all my eating/ activity habits are the same :(. Anyone else have this issue? It doesn't really look bad, but mentally I still felt most comfortable at 115lbs so 125lbs is killing me! Other than that, I'm great; no aches or pains in the breast, scars have almost completely healed & life is going on as normal... just with bigger boobies!!! Posting some pics in different bras & my fave bikini top. Next time I'll take more everyday clothes pics, but there are a few included to show how different clothing can makes a huge difference! Wish I had more to report, but I hope all you girls are doing well, I'll be peeking in on you Ladies to check in your progress!! :-x xoxo Updated on 7 Mar 2016: Good morning ladies! I'm getting ready for work and I thought I'd do a quick video to show how squishy and natural my new breasts move. Stats: ~ 435cc Mod-High Sientra round cohesive silicone inplants ~ 9 months post op ~ 5'00" tall ~ 123 pounds (Yes! Lost a few of those gained post op pounds, lol!) ~ 37 years old I hope this helps anyone who's thinking of going with sientra silicone implants, they really do look and feel quite natural. Have a great Monday! Updated on 14 Mar 2016: Hello Ladies! I hope everyone is feeling beautiful! So, I wanted to share a recent experience I had because it was so amazing & for other women who have had recent cosmetic surgery done this can be a huge ego booster if you're feeling unsure about it at all... or if you just want to celebrate your new additions! Has anyone ever had boudoir pictures taken professionally? I recently turned 37 (thank you, thank you!) & as a present my husband sent me for a professional photoshoot! Anyone in the San Diego area who wants to have a fantastic time taking sexy pics go to Bad Kitty Photography in La Mesa (& tell the gals I sent ya!) It's an all female staff & these ladies were awesome! There are over 30 different sceneries to choose from & ask kind of sexy, as well as modest, outfits to choose from. This is the first thing I've done since having my breast augmentation that really helped change my view of my body. I was so unsure & having regrets for months, but after this photoshoot I felt like the sexiest woman in the world, & for the first time since I felt 100% relief about my decision. This is a great way to help feel confident & sexy about your body. This studio caters to all body types & when they edit they use airbrush to make you as perfect as possible (Yay! None of my thigh/butt cellulite showed, lol!), & they use good lighting, plus get all your best angles! Also, the full body shots show my proportions very well, and this is good for all girls who feel like 400+ CC's is too large, or fake looking... I don't think my new girls are too big at all! And, I'm a petite girl, so if I can get away with it... So, I just wanted to share this with you ladies & if you're feeling unsure at all about yourself look into getting some professional pictures taken that emphasize your new body parts; Ladies, you'll walk away feeling like a new woman ;-) This will be my last update until I'm 1 year post op, unless I have some significant changes that I think you ladies may want to know about. In a week I'll be 10 months post-op, yay!!!!! Happy Monday & have a great week, Ladies! XO Updated on 1 Jun 2016: Hello Beautiful Ladies! So I made it to my 1 year anniversary & I'm beyond bummed... I don't know why this happened but about 2 weeks before my 1 year post op appt with Dr Roark, my right Boob dropped dramatically... It's like it had a stroke!!! :-o My PS days he'd like to go back in, do a surgery to "tack" extra support to fix it and prevent it from dropping further. He's willing to do it for just the anesthesia cost: $940. I'm bummed to be spending any more money but most of all I REALLY don't want to have to go under the knife again & miss work I'm so disappointed... :( Updated on 1 Jun 2016: Hello Beautiful Ladies! So I made it to my 1 year anniversary & I'm beyond bummed... I don't know why this happened but about 2 weeks before my 1 year post op appt with Dr Roark, my right Boob dropped dramatically... It's like it had a stroke!!! :-o My PS days he'd like to go back in, do a surgery to "tack" extra support to fix it and prevent it from dropping further. He's willing to do it for just the anesthesia cost: $940. I'm bummed to be spending any more money but most of all I REALLY don't want to have to go under the knife again & miss work I'm so disappointed... Why would this happen?? :( S Updated on 8 Sep 2016: Hello Beautiful's! I'm here, just living life with my saggy right breast, lol! It's really not noticeable in clothes, bathing suit, or bra. Only when I'm naked and my husband says it's still beautiful and no one's body is completely symmetrical. I think because we have cosmetic surgery we expect Perfection after but in reality that side was always a little droopier than the other. I'm not anxious to go under the knife again and especially since my PS says he'd want me to be off work for 6 weeks and keep my right arm in a sling so I don't over work that muscle and the same thing happened again. With that given, I figure I'll wait until I'm ready to upgrade, maybe in 5 years since I have thought that eventually I'd like to change them out for a bigger size. I went with 435 cc's cohesive silicone under the muscle and in the future I'd like to go up to 475 or even 500 cc's. So I've decided I'll wait until that time! I just paid these off so I figure in about 5 years I'll be ready for that upgrade. In the meantime I'm wearing very supportive bras as much as possible and so far it hasn't dropped any further. So that's my update! I hope you all are doing well and living wonderful lives... After all, there's more to life than breasts, LOL! And after all, I'm super happy with them, they're still 100% better than they were before I had surgery. Have a great day, Luvz ;-) Updated on 30 Jan 2017: So, how is everyone doing? A negative troll brought me back to my profile, but the positive side is now I get to take a moment to do an update ;) I'm approximately 1 year and 8 months post-operative. I'm sticking to my original choice not to do another surgery until at least another three years which would be around 5 years post op. My right breast is still wider and hangs slightly lower than the left, but I'm used to it now, LOL! I think it gives them more of a natural look anyway. My husband doesn't complain. And in clothes they still look Phenomenal! The best thing is, I finally lost all that extra weight I was struggling to get off! I'm down to 110 pounds (I'm only 5'00" so it's proportionate) which is more than I wanted to lose, but I'm glad the excess chubb is gone. Not much else going on besides staying busy with work and raising my children. Life is going on and I'm really not as obsessed with the girls as I was in the beginning, LOL! I actually wear modest, bigger t-shirts quite often just to be comfortable. I have to remember to dress up every now and then and show off the sexy new girls :-D. I hope all you ladies are fairing well and as always, stay beautiful! Xoxo Updated on 9 Nov 2018: Hi Dolls! Well, what can I say? I've been busy living life, working my dream job, raising teenagers (***THE HORROR***!!!) & being absolutely comfortable in my skin ~ yes, including my breasts ;) When my right boob started dropping faster than my left I damn near had a break down, lol... Seems so long ago & really was a petty overreaction in reality. My boobs are close sisters, though not twins, but like every other imperfect cell in my body ~ they're ALL ME! I don't really think about it much anymore; my hubby loves them, I love them... I guess I just put on my bra & went on about life ~ WITH my new additions! As time went on they both dropped more, skin is soft (even my nipples, my entrance site), they're jiggly, bouncy, all nerves work perfectly (even the nipples!) & all is well! This site helped me through this big, sometimes confusing journey, so just wanted to tell all you gals thanx for being so open, & I wanted to show what my 3 & 1/2 years post op boobies are up to. I'll try to remember & update again at 4 years post op which will be May 2019. Happy Journey, Dolls!
Dr Roark did a augmentation for my girlfriend. Im not the yelper, or reviewer type, but feel like I should because his professionalism, courtesy and demeanor is worthy of a review. He gave me the choice to do the lift or not. I was a small b, and my right breast was lower, and the nipple was larger. Im only 10 days out of surgery, but so far so good. They are even. Although I still have pain, some swelling amd recovering so I cant give a final result, I will say hes a compassionate DR. No pressure, and makes you feel comfortable. He is also very knowledgeable, and his staff is too. They literally called me every day for a week after my surgery, just to check in and see if I was ok. I appreciate good customer service and would recommend Dr. ROARK. Now, about the price, it was a little more costly then some other places I checked out, BUT, you get what you pay for, and if I have to be stuck with something for the rest of my life, I would rather pay the extra for peace of mind, heart and spirit, knowing it was done in a clean, sophisticated and reputable place, with a Dr. Who has good verifiable experience, expertise and compassion for his work.
I can't say enough good things about Dr Roark and his nurse Sarah Celeste. I am 62 yrs old and have wanted a facelift for years. I was a long time smoker and quit 6 months prior to surgery but still chewed on some nicotine gum. Nicotine use is a #1 cause of hematoma after a face lift followed by high blood pressure and a hematoma was what I got. The hematoma was detected a couple of hrs after the surgery so I rushed back to surgery and Dr Roark had to open me up again to take care of that problem. The other problem is that I have very thin skin so having to sew me back up was another feat accomplished. Luckily all of this is hidden behind my ear and now just have to wait out the extra time the healing will take. I look 10 years younger and that horrible neck I had is gone, gone, gone. I still need to work on some wrinkles around my mouth from yrs of smoking but that is another story. Dr Roark is taking good care of me and I highly recommend his expertise. Updated on 30 Sep 2014: I look great but it sure has been an emotional roller coaster ride for me this last month. I am still recovering from the hematoma/thin skin and it has been high maintenance . I have a big ugly gap behind my ear that needs to heal. It is about 6 inches long and 1 inch wide and needs mine and my Dr.'s constant attention. Ointments, lotions, silvadene cream etc. I'd post a picture of it but it is so ugly I'd hate to make anyone sick looking at it. Luckily it is behind my ear and not visible so I'm ok about that but every so often I look in that 10 x mirror and freak out and that is where the emotional roller coaster women enters. Other than that I look 10 or more years younger and getting lots of compliments. My husband thinks I look great. I did this for me and I would do it again in a heartbeat. What happened with me is rare but I know it will heal and I need patience. it's just that I've never been a patient person and that will allow the emotions get the best of me. I'm just waiting to get the ok to exercise again and as soon as I do I'll feel better. Gotta get up and get moving. I will post more pics as soon as I can get a good shot. My old Iphone doesn't take good pictures. :) Updated on 30 Sep 2014: Don't know why but they come out sideways from my phone so you have to turn your head. Lol Updated on 30 Sep 2014: I guess the pictures didn't post sideways after all. :)
Just starting this exciting process. I'm at my second doc meeting ...going to see the one i'm really hoping to go with tomorrow. I've always wanted to at some point but knew I would only do it after having kids ...Now with 3 boys 8-7-5 its time . I don't want to wait anymore because i dont want the boys to be too old or notice too soon that I did. I am so excited to get my new Boobies !!! Once I start looking, I though i would go with 250-275cc .....Im 34 AA ...breastfeed my 3 boys 12-14 months each (ya I know ..so long but worth it ) . My breast are small but no sag at all.....just so darn small. Im very active so i really dont want anything big . So after meeting some doc, I think im gonna go for 300-325cc . Lets see what he says tomorrow. Updated on 3 Mar 2014: So ...I should say my little boobies haven't change since i'm 16 years old. I nurse my 3 kids for 12-14 months each . My nipple are a little droppy , I should say the one on the right side is more since i nursed at night and would nurse more on the right breast . I don't have droopy skin or fried egg breast ...i just don't have any ! See the pictures? So i'm thinking about getting large B's or very small C's . So with all the research i did ...I think my best bet is 300cc or 325cc MAX !!! so I did the rice bag test !!! so the picture with the black bralette is 325cc rice bags :) what do you think ? Updated on 3 Mar 2014: So last week I saw a Doc ...he said that my pocket is too small and i don't have skin to work with ....and I though I was lucky to not have saggy breast after kids and nursing ....was I WRONG ! Now he sudgested they enlarged the pocket and use tear drop implants about 350cc....hiiiiii yikes thats sound big to me . And the tear drop scare me because if it shift ...i have crooked breast ! SO, I went and saw another Doc today ....fell in love with the staff and Doc was the most amazing , funny , very helpful Doc I've seen since i started the process. He sudgested also to ENLARGING the pocket and making my breast fold lower. I He explain that if I dont , ...my nipple to my collar bone is 19cm and my breast pocket/fold is 2cm below that ...if i don't extend below my exixting fold, my new breast implant will sit in my face !!! i totally understand now . Who would of though that having my little boobies still up there would be a problem ? Rrrrrr he also sudgested 300cc-325cc Max to acheive a large B's small C at the most . So i was estatic that he sudgested what I though I would want witout me saying one thing about it . He also recomended under muscles smooth moderate implants going trough areola and to see what would happen to the nipple ( If they would lift a little ) . I agree with him , why not waiting and see and if it bother me I can see what we can do then after the surgery . so we tried Implants and these pics are with the 350cc since they dont come in 325cc to try . these look big on me but I think the day of the surg I'll tell him a window of 300cc to 325cc and let him pic whats best . He says he needs to see how my skin do with them since my upper chest is so thin . And I don't have a lot of breast tissue and that i want a really natural look . we shall see :) Updated on 3 Mar 2014: Here's what i'm looking for ...What I love but Knowing that these are natural breast I won't achieved these 100% after My BA surgery. Im just being realistic here and not expecting something I CAN'T have . But these picture are what I showed my surgeon and what I am looking somehow.... as close as i can with implants to look like after my surgery next month. Updated on 24 Mar 2014: So I'm getting soooo excited ! 3 weeks away and tomorrow is my pre op . Final sizing and blood work . I can't for get about trying medical tape just to be sure I'm not allergic to it . I was allergic to the paper tape they use to tape my IV when I had my babies ... Itch like heck and burning really bad . I do not want that feeling around my nipple ... No thanks ! I wonder what else I should ask ??? You girls have any ideas . They are going to give me my prescriptions too so I can pick it up before the surg day . I can't stop thinking about my future boobies ! I am so excited and I really think I am choosing a great size for my frame . I would be terrified if they were too big ! I think I will tell him a window of 275cc to 325cc ... And he can decide as he try them out the day of surg ..... He ask me to bring my wish picture the day of the surg so he can bring it in the OP room to be sure of what I want ... Or I guess the LOOK I really want ! Let's see how it goes tomorrow ! Updated on 27 Mar 2014: So here's the deal , one of my really good friend who also had a BA told me to start putting lotion or cream on my chest prior to surg ! She used bio oil and swears by it ! I love it too but I like this one even better ! It's called EGYPTIAN MAGIC ... Not cheap , about 32 $ a jar but goes every where !!! It has olive oil -honey-bee pollen-royal jelly....just natural good stuff . So we shall see how good it goes till I get surg :) Updated on 27 Mar 2014: So I guess I forgot to post something about my post op appointment I had last Tuesday . It was great . Just an amazing office and the nurse and everyone that works there is wonderful . So they give me my soaps for the night before and morning of the surg . Give me my prescription for soma - pain killer and zofran for the nausea . Sign the last paper works . Told me to stop pill a week before . ... And so on on the basics of surg day for BA . The I tried the sizes again without knowing the cc amount ! .... It looked great but to find out it was 350CC!!! Rrrrrrrrrrr ! So frustrating trying to not make a mistake on choosing size ! But I will stick to 300-325 CC RANGE AND DOC/surgeon can pick for best results the day of. He ask for some of my fave pictures to bring in OP ROOM . Wich I think is smart and made me feel good about him knowing exactly what I want . Here's some pics of the 350ccs .... What do u guys think ??? I think if I would go that big .. Wich I won't , it would look too round n big on me and not the natural look I want ! Updated on 27 Mar 2014: I forgot to put that front view of the sizer ...350cc.....a little bigger then I want ... I'm sticking to 300cc or 325cc max ! Updated on 13 Apr 2014: Ok , I'm 48 hrs away from the big day . I'm super nervous ...just about getting the right size . I'm totally fine with the surg and have complete trust with my fabulous surgeon and team ! I just don't want two coconuts on my chest since I have no tissue to start with ! I'm sooo excited for Tuesday morning . Kids are away for a week ...I'm making homemade yogurt and prepping food in advance . Today I'm getting the house ready and making a comfortable place in my bedroom so it's all ready when I come back from the surg . Does any of you has last minute suggestions ? I got all my meds ready n stool soften ears n arnica cream n tablets ..... Doc smudges red papaya juice for good healing .... I got all the good stuff ! I know I said I'm giving him a window of 275-325 but I'll think I'll tell him on Tuesday that my magic number is 300 cc I think .... Rrrrrrrr , I have been hung up on the CC's lately ! I know I shouldn't but I can't help it ! Updated on 16 Apr 2014: Ok , got surgery yesterday am .... Went really good ! I'm so happy with them . I'm not even really swollen too much . Not much pain either . I did pain meds n muscle relaxer yesterday , then last night took meds n relaxer at 11pm then .... Nothing all night n was comfortable when I woke up at 7:30 am ... Took meds n med relaxer again . Went to post op at 9 am and all was good !!! I am so thankful I trust doc with size . No bruising n not really sore . I feel really good n go to bathroom with no problem ! I took a bath at lunch n I did it myself . I hope I keep getting better everyday . I am so happy with the size n the new lower pocket ..... I look so proportioned ! Updated on 17 Apr 2014: Here's some more pictures ! I feel good ... Left side breast is a little sore . I hv no bathtroom problem ... I took a laxative yesterday just in case .... Big mistake ... Went to bathroom 9 times ! So I ain't taking it anymore that's for sure ! I took pain meds n muscle relaxer but only one at time ... I'm allowed 2 but no way I need it ! Took it last night at 10 pm and dint take it till 8:30 am this morning ! .... I'm tired but I'm laying low ... Eating good and doing nothing . Not really even got swollen ....last night I did a little after dinner when pain meds wore off .... I'm icing really good every half hour since surg and put peas before bed till am .... I'm on it ! Here's some more pic of day 2 ! Thanks for the support girls ! Updated on 18 Apr 2014: Took pain killer and muscle relaxer last night at 10:30 pm and though it would be the last ! When I woke up this am at 7 am , I had slide down on my pillow during the night . My chest was so tight around rib cage . Breathing was a little uncomfortable and I had a hard time getting up ...not because of super bad pain but I was really stiffed ! So I had to take one pain pill this am ....then withing 15 min , I was able to get up ! Then after that I only took Tylenol all day ... 2 at 10:30am and 2 at 4:30 pm .... I think I'll try to take 2 before bed .... Hopefully it won't do the same tomorrow morning ! 2 friend came and visit which was fun but for some reason I got really tired this afternoon .... I am dying to wash my hair ... It's grossing me out but the though and the trouble sounds exhausting to me right now . I'll wait for a girlfriend tomorrow to help me out . I took picture today with my new bikini top .... Looks so good I think already and I'm very surprise how real they actually look after only 3 days .... Amazing to me ! I still put peas on and off all day .... I get really hot ... Like hot flashes witch I won't if it's rom the pain meds or me stoping the pill last week ? I only have 2 more days of resting before my 3 little boys are back and I'll have to adjust carefully without them knowing what I have new !!! Updated on 18 Apr 2014: I forgot to put more of the bare breast pictures Updated on 24 Apr 2014: So went and got my stitches cut yesterday and they put a couple piece of tape on top again . Now they show me how how need to massage 5x a day and they'll get softer . Super important surg said . But it hurst ... Yesterday it did ... Now today a little better so I'm hoping with time it will get easier ! Anyone of you had experiences soreness n being uncomfortable doing the massages? Updated on 25 Apr 2014: The massage are getting so much better ! I'm really doing them ...they are getting softer everyday I think ! I had bought some bras to get excited before the surgery ....was nice to try them all last night and I can't wait to wear them . It's so hard to wear the crappy front closure bra and hide it with clothes when it's hot in Cali ! I'm getting so frustrated getting dress in am . We can see it in some clothes or the front seems show trough tshirt and I look like I have cone boobs :) Other then that I really feel so good that I forget that they are new ... That's until I need to make a u turn or chop veggies .... Then I know ..just the little things ! I need to really remind myself to sit and lay low ... Because my 3 little boys have no ideas I did that and nor I want to tell them . I just told them all week that my shoulder hurt and I need help .... That work pretty we'll ! Anyone has a good recommendation for a better after surg bra I can wear for the next month ? Tx girlies ... Always nice to have you're support and comments ! Updated on 1 May 2014: So everything is doing well ...healing so good and they are part of me and I forget that I need to take it easy still sometimes . It's only been 2 weeks!!! I'm so tired of wearing the ugly bra ...I hv to wear it inside out because the the huge indentation it was given me . Now the past 2 days it's the aerolas n nipple burn and feeling super shaft !!! It feels like when you nurse a baby the first week . Like I need to air them out and have nothing touch them ....but I can't because I need to wear the post op ugly bra . The tapes fell last night ...now I can see the scars which I think looks great for just 2weeks . Incision is look smooth and healing good for now . Other then just taking it a little easy ...as much as I can with 3 young boys here ....I'm doing great and I'm still happy with my choice ! I can wait for them to drop though :) Updated on 7 May 2014: Yesterday , was my 3 week since surgery . I went on a nice long walk today . Doc had told me to not even go on a walk really before 3-4 weeks . I think it's because they had to lower my fold and they wanted to stiches to stay put ! I feel great not more to say ...they still are getting softer but my right one still a little higher and not as soft as the left one . I can't wait for them to drop ...will they ? My 4 week check up is coming up on the 15th so I'm excited for next week . I think I may go get measure this weekend , I think I'll be a C but we shall see . I spent the weekend at the beach and no one said anything ! I'm not surprise since my bikini top is a lace panel and the other one is like a bustier but I though it was soooo funny . My 3 boys still hadn't said anything or notice . Thanks for all you're comments again .... Updated on 10 May 2014: So I got fitted today .... Hummm , the most confusing day so far ! They measure me at 32DD !!! I was like " are you sure , maybe we should measure again " the bras fit perfect and comfortable but for goodness ....32DD ? I do not look that big . I bought and tried unlined bras or lightly line so I don't have the nipples showing problems . I even got busted by the measuring girl ...I was picking a bra from the 34C DRAWER ! Hahaaaa , so maybe vs runs their size tags bigger then they should or maybe I need to go get fitted at nordstorms ? Any of you have input on this and getting size ? I will put up pics tomorrow Updated on 20 May 2014: Had my one month check up last Friday ! Doc said they are sooo soft far ahead ! I was pretty happy with that ! Scar is barely noticeable . I massage all darn day ... In the am , in the car , afternoon , cooking diner ... Night , in the shower ! These puppies will not get hard on me ! Hahah I am so happy with my doctor and my result ! It's like they've always been there ! No one notice still .... I think they think I have a good bra ! They still get stiff and super round when I get cold ! It's so weird . I wonder if they will settle and go over my fold ... Ever ... But I'm not sure if I needed bigger to do that ? But I'm happy I didn't go bigger .... They would of look super round and we would of seen the implants trough my skin I think . My 5 year old notice one morning .... I had a bra on and he said " omg , you're boobies got bigger "? I said " no , they've always been like that ... And he said " you're boobies grew "!!! I wanted to laugh soooo hard . But I brushed it off so I don't need to explain :) thanks again for all you're support ... I hope I'm helping some of you out there . Updated on 21 May 2014: Not much to say other then I ran this am and felt great ! I was more worried about them falling off then feeling pain ... No pain at all .... Just worried :) just get a tight sports bra with high impact support that's what I would reconmend and just see when ur body's ready ! Updated on 1 Jul 2014: So they are definitely getting softer even more ... They feel like they've been there forever already ! I'm still massaging a Lot . During the day and a lot before bed with bio oil or the Egyptian cream witch I like better ! Sometimes they are sore in the morning if I slept on my sides without a pillow under and in between them ... I thinks it's the muscles of the implant getting heavy . I'm swimming and wrestling with the boys without even honking of it ! I'm still wondering if I will have a fold under my breast ... Meaning like I can hold a pencil kiddo fold ? Or are they gonna drop more or get even more squishier then that ! I know it's only been 10 weeks and they look amazing to me already and could stay this way I'm happy ... Still glad on the size ... I don't think I could of went bigger anyway ... I think they would of show trough the skin and I would of really been mortified ! I love them ... Best money eve spent that's for sure ! Going to my 3 month check up in a couple of weeks and can't wait to see the before pics and the one month post op pic they took last time I was there ! Been wearing bikini almost everyday and feel so great ! Tx girls ... Sorry it took so long since my last post ! Updated on 13 Oct 2014: So it's been 6 months already ! Unbelievable ! They feel amazing ... Softer ... Still getting softer everyday I think ! They say one year and I'm starting to really believe it that it takes that long to get them where they got to be ! Nothing to report ... Still think it's challenging to figure out what bra to wear with what . I did not know their was a science for this . The slope is perfect and I'm not really sure if I'll have more then that as a fold ! At least I have boobies now ! Here's some picture teen last week . Hope it helps some of you as I search this site sooo much before my surgery ! I am sooo happy with the descision to go trough with it ... I'm still amaze how natural they look with the NO amount of tissue I had ! Happy with the size too ... Not that I could go bigger anyway to get the look I wanted . Tx for all the support girls ... This sites been amazing ??????
I'm in my late 20s and wanted to take some action in preventing the development of the wrinkles around my eyes. I have a tendency to get pronounced more than 1 inch long crows feet when I smile even though I fpractice a very healthy life style and follow my skin care regimen religiously. It started to change my apparence and shake my confidence. I started to avoid smiling as much as I could resulting with that I didn't feel like myself. I thought hard and long about this procedure since it has some certain risks and potential side effects- such as botulism, head ache, bruises, facial asymmetry. I was very uncomfortable with the idea of injecting some poison into my body that has unknown long term dide effects to the nervous system. So, I did a thorough research about Botax, doctors, and real people experience before I took a step for the consultation. It wasnt painful at all, maybe just a little at the last injection site. I received 18 units around my eyes with 3 injection sites both eyes. They gave me a cold ice like bag and gave instructions to keep it on the injection sites. At the first time I kinda expected my face to fall off or something but I was surprised to have no single bruise! I only had a faint pink dot on my left cheek that reminded a tiny pimple. But that disappeared after 3rd day. I saw the results of Botax after 3rd or 4th day. I look the same when I have no facial expressions (which is completely wrinke free) but when I smile there is now a HUGE difference. There is no sign of any crows feet of what so ever, I look great and I feel great! There is a light line under my eye when I smile but it's a normal way how the skin folds and does not associate with the aging process. So, I feel like myself again and have regained my confidence. I can smile without thinking about the wrinkles it creates and yes, I smile a lot! I believe there are so many more negative info about botax than positive. Therefore, don't let it get you. Trust your instinct, use your head and give things a chance. Thank you dr Roark and his team!
Had extremely small breasts. Needed a breast lift on one of them.
I looked in the mirror and thought I looked tired and run down. I'm so active and energetic and wanted my outside to reflect my inside.
If the dog ears persist, liposuction can be helpful to reduce contour and avoid scar extension. Ask your surgeon.
If you are sick with pain, bile duct obstruction, fever and sepsis, you should have surgery ASAP. A less urgent situation allows the gall bladder to be removed electively. Most cases are now done with a laparoscope. If your blood work is normal, and your doctor is satisfied with your recovery, move ahead to getting better. Enjoy your new figure.
A thought: ThermiRF, a deep layer skin treatment with heat can effectively define the jawline and shrink lower face and neck skin. Examination and hands on evaluation is necessary. Look up "ThermiTight'. I hope you are a candidate for treatment.
I have had good success deflating saline implants through a skin puncture into the implants. The saline is removed. The implant shell is left in place. It helps maintain the space for the next augmentation. No patient that I have treated has complained about the implant. When you are ready, a new implant can be placed. If necessary, a lift can be done. There are no health risks with the deflated implant shell in position. You may benefit with the deflation in order to have less skin stretching with the next pregnancy. Breast implant plastic surgeons can help you.
Your pictures are helpful. The upper abdomen is nice suggesting that a lower TT will be necessary. If your muscles are separated, a muscle tightening will be helpful. The scar length is dependent on the amount of skin removal that is required. You may not need the umbilicus reset. Most patients do not require an overnight stay in the hospital. No worries, we can help you with your nervousness with additional education and medicine as needed. You appear to be a good candidate.
