J. Gregory Kjar, M.D. (retired)

Pretty frustrated with my results. Went in thinking I wanted to do above muscle and Dr. Kjar talked me out of it, then 4 months post-op he says if I am into working out my chest ( which I told him I was an avid crossfitter) I should have done above the muscle because the muscle is pushing the implants out. Not very happy with my results or the communication.

Botox for the first time and it was great. He did just what I wanted, not too much and not not enough. I was very pleased. Also everyone here is just pure gold. Great listeners and really nice and clean Spa.

Dr. Kjar is very nice and the staff is great. I would suggest doing A LOT of research before going in for a consult. Afterwards I realize all of the things I didn’t consider and would have appreacited them going into more detail and leading me through tr process. I am happy with the outcome but would have choose a different shape of implant. I have a very small upper body and rib cage and chose 295cc high profile implants. I wish I would have chose medium profile.

Doctor Kjar is amazing! He always makes you feel comfortable and informs you of the procedure. I love all the extra amenities that are included, like therapuetic massages and he sent flowers after my surgery too! The office staff is very friendly. I would recommend Dr Kjar to anyone wanting his services.

Today is finally my day. I haven't posted my story on here, but I have been reading all of yours and it inspired me to write down my story, since I am waiting until noon for my surgery anyhow. Like everybody else, my breasts started growing at a young age, and really never stopped.

I am 5'4 and 150 lbs with 36 DDD. These things are giant. I never let myself really look at them until I decided to get rid of them. I kind of just let them be there and would get embarrassed if anybody mentioned them. Now that they are on their way out, I let people see them and am more comfortable talking about them. I wanted to get a BR in High School, but hadn't ever had surgery before and felt scared. I broke my leg a few years later, had surgery and realized it wasn't too bad. Right before turning 26 and losing my parents insurance, I thought I had better quickly decide if I wanted a surgery or not. So I went to a few doctors, some took my insurance, the one I loved didn't. But I didn't care at that point, I was in love with the doctor that didn't and decided this big of a decision, I didn't care if I had to pay for it myself.

I am young with a decent job and no children, I can afford to pay for this. Plus, care credit is pretty incredible and same with student tax returns. ;) I saw the doctor in December and finally called and booked my appointment in March and now is the big day. It's all I have been able to talk about for the past few weeks so I am sure my friends and family members are ready for me to get this over with. Most people have been supportive but a lot of people have been telling me that I was 'blessed' but I definitely don't feel that way. My boyfriend really doesn't want to talk about it, but he told me he understands why I want to it, so will support me and take care of me. I wasn't too stoked on that. Everybody here seems to have amazing husbands that would do anything for them. Luckily, I have an amazing roommate and he would do anything for me, and if the boyfriend doesn't see that this is a positive then he's crazy.

The reasons why I finally decided. I recently made it in the 'business world'. I have to wear business clothes, and make sure people are doing what they are supposed to be doing. I have realized that since I am not completely confident with my body, sometimes I worry about being in front of people and feel self conscious. I want to continue moving up in the business world, and I feel this surgery will help me feel more like I belong and will be taken more seriously. I cover my tattoos when I am dressed business casual ;) My parents are very supportive and have helped with the cost a little bit as well. They also think this is the best decision but never knew how to tell me.

My surgery is scheduled today at noon. I stopped drinking liquids this morning at 5:00am. I have cleaned my house. I am starting to get the things that I will need to be at arms length. I am going to go buy a few last minute things that I might not want to retrieve from the store when I am in pain. And then it will be time. I am starting to panic a lot. Last night I couldn't sleep at all. I know it's the right choice, but I am a pansy with pain. I remember waking up from my leg surgery and being in the most unbearable pain I have ever been in in my entire life. Luckily, my doctor told me that my leg surgery is an 8 on a medical pain scale and this surgery is only a 6. So I survived the 8, I can survive the 6! And, honestly, I can't remember the pain from the leg surgery-- just that I was in pain! So I need to toughen up. It's only a few more hours to go. The doctor has been incredible so far. I feel very comfortable with him. Plus he went to the same high school and the same college as me. Obviously not at the same time! I grew up with his nephews as well which has made me feel comfortable and safe with this particular doctor. I can't wait to see the results. Is the pain worth it?!



Updated on 6 Apr 2012:
Wow. I can't believe how incredibly easy this surgery has been for me. I was absolutely terrified of the pain, but it really isn't bad at all. It's more of a burning pain, rather than the sharp pains I felt from my broken leg. If anybody is afraid to do this surgery, they really shouldn't be. It's friday and I am already back to work. I was ready to go back yesterday but thought I should give myself a day. Plus, I am already feeling so much better about myself and my boyfriend gave me two thumbs up. I look so much smaller. Except, I ate a lot of junk food the past four days and wish I could be in the gym working it off right about now..

Here is how it all started..

The day of the surgery I started panicking a lot. Kept thinking that maybe I made the wrong decision. I went to the surgical center and everybody was amazing and kept me at ease. My doctor came in and drew some lines on me that made me think twice about him.. no way those lines were going to help him! Then my anesthesiologist came in and we chatted a lot. He and a nurse took me back to the surgical room, i got on the surgical table and really felt like i was going to panic, but the nurse kept asking me about my job and the next thing I knew I was waking up in the recovery room and wasn't in very much pain! I couldn't believe it. I threw up quite a bit and then went home. Once I got home I threw up a few more times and finally decided to take the anti nausea medication, and seriously even though it was a suppository , it was worth it! I haven't thrown up since.

Wednesday, two days later, I had a lymphatic massage scheduled at my Dr.'s office, which was an excellent idea. That massage made me feel great! Plus, my Dr took out the drains and I started to feel more human. That evening I got dressed, went for a walk, and got some take out. It felt amazing. I even felt cute.

Thursday, I was finally able to shower and actually got to see the frankenboobies. They are a tad scary, but i love them. I want them to stay this awesome and perky forever, but I know that they wont. My doctor thinks I'll be a small C, but honestly I am happy they are gone. I started to worry I was going too small, but I feel so good right now and I always hated what I had before, I know this is perfect.

Updated on 9 Apr 2012:
One week post op and I am noticing that around my nipples my breast is very red. Is this normal? Or have I pushed myself too hard? I've also found a few rashes on my torso and arms, but I have very sensitive skin. I am feeling a lot better today than the past few days. I still think the pain has been very minimal. Also, I've noticed a lot of people have been worried about drains. I had them, and I thought they were just fine. It was kind of gross to have my fluids pinned to my shirt for the first few days, but they were easy to manage and easy to have taken out and definitely not something to worry about in my opinion. I still have the steri strips on but that seems to be regular for this time post op. I see my PS on Wednesday and have another lymphatic massage. I can't wait. I'm a bit worried about the redness so I am glad that is coming up and the last massage left me feeling great. Still definitely a good decision in my book. I can't wait until they aren't so swollen so that I can sleep a bit better and see the end results, at least a peak!

Updated on 11 Apr 2012:
Went in for my second massage today! Felt great. As soon as the doctor came in to see me, he let me know that I am allergic to the adhesive he used which is why there is so many rashes, skin irritation, and red spots. Thank goodness! I thought I had pushed myself too hard and had internal bleeding. However now I have to remove the steri strips as soon as I get home from work or else I might start blistering and then he'll have to put me on another medication for a few days. I am really excited to take the strips off to see my scars. Also, today they gave me NewGel+ Silicone Gel Sheeting to help manage the scars. Has anybody used this? I am pretty excited to try it. I am supposed to do it for the next 4 weeks every night while I am sleeping. I hope it helps. The scars I can see are looking very thick, but I know that I am healing and am only at 9 days post op, so I am being patient.
Today I feel the absolute best. I am up beat and perky and not in any pain. The healing is very itchy, but that could be partly because of the allergy to the adhesive so hopefully the itching will die down once I get that adhesive off of me. Otherwise no pain at all. Still swollen and still tightness on the sides and inbetween my boobs. Feeling great and getting a lot of compliments! Such an awesome procedure, plus my doctor is incredible. I can't get enough of him. I love that he included these massages and silicone strips in with everything, they seem to be very beneficial in the healing process. I took a picture this morning, but it looks similar to day 3 post op so I'll wait to take another photo without the strips. I definitely want to do a before and after so I can see how effective these NewGel+ strips are or possibly aren't!

Updated on 12 Apr 2012:
Once I took the steri strips off I had a complete break down over the scars and how 'scary' everything looked to me. Luckily my boyfriend called right then and I was able to go to his house to show him what I was so concerned about and he kissed the scars. It was incredibly perfect and made me feel a lot better. I'm only 10 days post op, I can't expect everything to look perfect. I really will post pictures, I am just more hesitant now that I think they look a tad scary!

Updated on 4 Jul 2012:
3 months post op. What can I say?! I LOVE them. They are just absolutely perfect and I get compliments all of the time. The boyfriend especially loves them which gives me the confidence I've been lacking for the past several years.

I still don't love how my right nipple looks, but I can already see changes in it, and I know it'll end up great! A new girlfriend of mine told me she had a breast reduction 10 years ago and showed me her amazing boobs and seriously they were THE best boobs I've ever seen in my life. Her nipples were perfect, the size fit her body, and a million other reasons why they were great. I know this is the best surgery one can do for themselves, and with care credit--people should do it if they are considering, even if insurance doesn't cover it! I know that personally I have zero regrets!

During this ridiculous heat wave, I keep trying to imagine what it would be like ot have those giant old things, and it makes me uncomfortable to even consider! talk about way too hot!

I had the best experience with Dr.Kjar! It’s too bad he’s retiring this month. :( I had surgery on a Friday and he called Friday night around 10pm to check on me. I woke up to flowers the next morning from him and the staff which was a sweet surprise! Then I had another follow up call from the anesthesiologist on Sunday to see how I was feeling. I expected calls from nurses but not from the doctors themselves! They set the bar high!
I went with high profile, silicone implants under the muscle at 365 CC. I was a 34a before and not sure what I am now. Recovery has been so painless so far too. I went off pain meds by day 3 and I’m just fine. I highly recommend!

Updated on 25 Sep 2020:
Feeling a lot better now! My scars are mostly healed. The doc says they will flatten and they gave me Siligen strips to help with discoloration.
Nipple sensation is coming back but the bottom side of my breasts are both numb still. Pretty much back to normal routine. I don’t take any pain medication or ibuprofen anymore.
I DID purchase this awesome bra from Athleta. It’s the yin bra. I never want to take it off. It provides great support and the padding is tight enough that it keeps my nipples from hurting because they are so sensitive right now. But like in a painful way.
Overall still extremely happy with results! You can tell one breast is falling quicker than the other! Eager for them both to be in their pockets and soften up.

Updated on 1 Nov 2020:
So far so good! Incisions healed well as you can see in pictures. My surgeon gave me siligen strips to remove any discoloration and I haven’t Worn them yet because they don’t stay on well.

My right boob is taking longer to drop but I am hopeful that will come with more time! The left boob is exactly what I wanted and I am super happy with the size for my frame still. :) I feel great-went golfing last week with no issues. I sleep on my sides just fine too. Hope this helps someone!

Updated on 8 Mar 2021:
Per the request of a few of you, here is the unfortunate update! I believe I have capsular contracture. My only regret in my process is going with a surgeon who was retiring because I now have to find a new surgeon, and pay an additional consult fee for someone to tell me what the options are. I’m super bummed about that and honestly am very self conscience about the new boobs! I know this doesn’t happen to everyone and I don’t blame my surgeon for it. Just bugged my care wasn’t fully seen through. But here are pictures for reference!

I received Botox from dr. Kjar and all I got was a large nodule in my forehead. I went back and he blamed me for having a strong forehead muscle. He offered to redo it, but at that point it seemed as if he would just exacerbate the problem. Staff was very nice, lovely office, but I will not be sing him for any future procedures.

Hello, I've never posted anything on this site before, but here I am! My surgery is scheduled for May 11th. it is fast approaching and each day I am getting more nervous. I have hired a personal trainer that I have been working with for 2 weeks now, and I'm feeling stronger every day. I'm getting liposuction on my abdomen and flanks. After 2 children, overcoming bouts of depression and anxiety, I have zero confidence and have become ashamed of my body. I no longer want to feel this way, and want to do something to change it. Ive done so much research to learn about what I'm getting myself into, but I think I'm just at the point of scaring myself with thoughts of how morbid it is and how be actually paid someone to do this to me! 23 days until surgery, hopefully my spirits will lift and I'll be excited to get rid of these ridiculous hips.

Updated on 26 Apr 2017:
Alright, so I took today off work to attend to some pre surgery errands. I went to my Pre Op appointment this morning; I filled out more forms, paid my balance, went to a lab and did blood work and a urine sample, got measured for my compression garmet, and I asked the dr the following questions that I forgot to ask at my consultation, (his response included)

How long until I can work out? - 2 weeks watch what i am doing, no aggressive aerobics for about 3-4 weeks.
How long will I be leaking? How many puncture holes?- Leaking not likely as I will have stitches, 6-8 holes.
How long to wear compression garment-6 weeks minimum.
Do you have a technique that would help me not end up lumpy/bumpy? -won't happen, as uses 3 different cannulas.
Am I going to have drains?-no
Massages? - 2 included
Daily vitamins - okay to take throughout surgery; no aspirin two weeks before and after surgery.
I asked him any tips for recovery, and he said The one thing he really was pushing for was to stay hydrated. He brought up a condition that can happen to your tissues if I get dehydrated that is fatal( I can't remember the name) so yeah, I guess I'll be buying a couple cases of water, and a brita, because i can't stand tap water :/
I still feel panicked about the surgery and when I talk to my husband and my mother, they aren't very supportive. I was discussing my nervousness with my husband and he said "geez babe, it's not heart surgery or anything, they do this all the time!" And my mother: "I'm nervous about this because it is completely unnecessary" so yeah, maybe I am just being dramatic, and need to relax about the whole thing. On the flip side of it all, I am very excited to have a new shape in my midsection. My hips measure at 41" !!! That's freaking insanely huge!
The Dr. did say, not to expect to lose any weight, and that I might gain some in the beginning, expect my hands, feet, and face to swell. But I should lose about 2 inches off and to drop about two pants sizes, so that is exciting.
Funny thing happened yesterday when I was working out with my trainer, I asked him if he could customize some workouts, since I will be in a compression garmet and that jerk responded with "I can, but I won't. Just cancel your surgery and keep working out, liposuction is not healthy or natural" so yeah, he told me "no." I'm kind of mad, it feels discriminatory to me, like, I wouldn't upset if he responded with, like, he didn't feel comfortable doing it, or its not safe, or something like that. But just because he doesn't want me to do it, and now won't train me, really upsets me. Stupid. But whatever, I'll hire someone new after I heal up. Anyway, this was long but hopefully helps!! 14 Days left...I downloaded a countdown App on my phone. :)

Updated on 27 Apr 2017:
I just want to prepare and buy supplies for this surgery lol! I went to Walmart and purchased a huge (and kinda spendy) Brita water filter, (which we put together last night, and it is making our water taste better than bottled; so i highly recommend!) I also bought 5 new night gowns, something to lounge around in that isn't too constricting; they are light and silky, and they were cheap, so I won't mind if I leak or anything on them. I bought some "ensure high protein meal drinks" that I hope will help for meal replacement; on pain pills I either eat everything ,or feel nauseated and eat nothing at all, and just sit there all high. so Maybe these will help for a quick meal...I've been thinking of meal prepping,pre cut veggies and grilling up chicken breasts and freezing them, soup, or something that l can eat that will help with not just ordering take out. I really want this surgery to be a good thing. I hope i can gain some confidence and self esteem. It scares me when I'm on this site and I read reviews where they don't notice a difference after surgery. :/ I feel so bad for those people, how terrible and disappointed they must feel. It's so damn expensive and painful, so not having amazing results would be the worst. 13 days left and im thinking of writing a to-do list of things I would like to do before the big day: cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, blah blah blah.

Updated on 8 May 2017:
Well, 2 days to go. I'm feeling so fat. I keep trying to think positive thoughts; like "this will be good" "this will be a springboard to eating/living healthier" "maybe I'll look like I did before I got pregnant" etc. I keep thinking this is going to be the ticket to my happiness, and I'm so afraid of being disappointed. I know it will all be okay, and hopefully in a few short months I'll be enjoying the summer in a tank top (and not worried at all about sucking in my gut!) I have a few last minute to-do's before Thursday, so hopefully I will be "fully prepared." I have a feeling these 2 days are going to go by slowly, but I need to be patient, positive, and brave.

Updated on 10 May 2017:
So, freaking out a little! I've been drinking water like a fish, because at I was instructed to stop by midnight. We have to be at the hospital by 6am and surgery will be about 7am. We're going to have to leave our home at 5am to get to the hospital on time. I'm so nervous it's making me sick to my stomach. I'm going to shower tonight, get all shaved up, and hopefully sleep well. I'm ready to just get the surgery done. I'm not nervous about the pain, I'm just nervous about being under anesthesia so long :( i also feel an extreme amount of pressure as well; everyone knows I'm getting this done,everyone at work and personally. I keep thinking, well hopefully it looks good, or I'm going to look like a fool. My kiddos know that I'm having "surgery" and they started to cry; it made me so sad thinking that they are worried and don't understand; but I didn't want to say "well because mommy has low self esteem and the pressures of society I base my worth of my looks, I'm risking my life for smaller hips. So stupid! I have got to stop thinking this way about this surgery, I'm so scared :/

Updated on 17 May 2017:
Surgery was okay, but the anesthesia made me so sick I was at the hospital for 12 hours; puking with 8 incisions is never a fun experience :/ it has been 6 days since surgery and as swollen as I am, I can see a difference.

Updated on 31 May 2017: