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Im from NY my husband was stationed in milton, fl. After 2 kids and breast feeding I was left with extremely flat saggy boobs at only 23yrs old. I just wanted my volume and shape back so I got silicone implants and a breast lift. The doctor I went to went bigger than we agreed. My skin was so thin it couldn't hold them up. Now I had big saggy boobs. I felt uncomfortable and just wanted them out. I went to several doctors and they gave me quotes between $3k -$4k. Surgery dates werent available for months. They all seemed ok professionally. But DR. FROST was the realest! He told me I didn't need to be sedated and that the surgery could be done in his office and would take 30min- 1hour. And the cherry on top was the price. It was so great I can't even say exactly what it is..lol. All I'm going to say it cost me less than half of what I was quoted from the other surgeons. This was in 2013. I am so happy! Now , I am ready to have a tummy tuck,but unfortunately I moved back to NY. I would really love to fly in to Pensacola and get my tummy tuck done by dr.frost if possible.
I am 35 have had 2 children now 13 and 11. It was time to get back my body that I gave to them. My breast were full and perky and wanted that back. I did some research and looked at the pros and cons. And decided it was worth it. Finding the right doctor was very important. There are several implant choices and sizes and procedures. The cost was pretty close in range in my area so finding a doctor that was knowledgeable about my desires was important to me. Updated on 28 Jan 2017: So I was super happy when I got my implants they looked great for the first 2 or 3 months. Now they dropped and moved to the sides. NOT HAPPY. I had perky beautiful breast now I have large boobs and they are very full on the lower half and the side while the top is empty. I talked to my surgeon he said there was nothing he could do except some mess liner which is 3000 more he doesn't seem to care that this is not what I paid for. So now I'm stuck wit has breast that I hate and paid 5700 for.
All my life I have been a larger girl,who learned to hide her belly under clothes. I wanted so bad to look like the "normal" girl. Somewhere in life I gave up and realized having the big tummy was something I would have to deal with, until one day my world changed and I typed in abdominoplasty to google. From that moment forward this abdominoplasty is all I could think of, I had recently lost 60 pounds and was happy with my current weight. So I found Dr. Frost ,whom I liked immediately. We went over cost and my boyfriend and I decided to team up and financially get this done. Surgery day came and I was a ball of nerves, scared because I had never had surgery before,but knew I was in awesome hands. Now I'm recovering and I feel good about my new body. Dr. Frost gave me the girl that had lived inside of me all my life and I can say he did a fantastic job.
Wanted to get relief and feel normal not to be called jugs. My back woukd hurt when I was performing dental cleanings the patient's head would be at my chest. I needed a change. I did all the documents recorded and my insurance paid for it with mo out of pocket fees. My frienfs have had this done and had raved about the outcome. I am glad to have had it done just waiting to heal up so i can really see the results.
I had a complete facelift including brow lift. I am extremely happy with the results. Dr. Frost has given me back my youthfulness I have always felt inside. He is professional, thorough and a great bedside manner I am still healing after 1 1/2 months time since my surgery. You cannot see any scaring around my face. He really pays attention to detail.
Im 28 years old and currently a size 38H. I've been battling with LARGE breasts since i was a teen. For years i've battled with rashes/yeast infections between and under my breasts, deep grooves in my shoulders, and for a little over a year now extreme back pain. Finally in a position to get this done. Updated on 3 Mar 2013: Had a moment yesterday. It's really starting to sink in that I'll be losing a part of myself. It sounds crazy because of all the hardships I've faced due to my oversized breasts. I've had dreams of a butchered reduction and also of what I consider to be my dream breasts. Has anyone else had such a dream? I laughed at myself the next morning becauseI felt as if I was losing it. I did my registration with the hospital last week and I almost cried. I was willing to go as far as paying out of pocket to have this surgery until that one fateful visit to my GYN and she asked if i was crazy because it was clear that this would not be for cosmetic reasons. She started the ball rolling on my documentation for insurance and when I went to see my PCP, he followed suit. If it wasn't for those guys, I dont know how much I'd be shelling out. Even when I went to my consult with my PS, he informed me that my breast were indeed extremely large. In the category of the largest he had seen practice wise. I just experience mixed emotions with this whole ordeal. Part of me is excited because my days of not being able to exercise properly, pain, rashes, and finding so many different outfits in the clothing store that I like and heading to the fitting room only to walk out with nothing because of the way my breasts protrude and make me look like a Sumo wrestler, are nearly over. On the other hand, the terror of being "put under", losing my big beautiful breasts , my nipple sensation, etc. I keep telling myself that I'll be fine. This is all for the better. Glad to be a part of this support team because I need all that I can get. I will be uploading pics within a few weeks of my before. Updated on 6 Mar 2013: Had to nurse another huge a rash these past two days. They're more frequent lately. Just 4 weeks and 5 days until the big day...each day brings about more anticipation. Pics coming in a couple of days after this rash clears completely. Updated on 6 Mar 2013: Decided to add my photos from my first consult in October 2012 for now. Updated on 8 Mar 2013: This week has been crazy!!!!! Seems like the closer i get, the more hell i catch! I'm being tested but the devil can step back because it's going to happen :). Rash went away under my left breast now the right is under attack :( only 31 days left....ready for a new chapter Updated on 10 Mar 2013: Preop appt just two weeks away and im so emotional! Trying to prep the house and my two babies since i'll be down for quite some time. Their father will be in town to help so i am thankful for that. I'll also have my mom and sister. I sent him a few pics through text of what he could possibly expect and he didnt really care for the visuals lol. Doing alot of reading on here ive decided to purchase a recliner because it may be easier than trying to get in and out of my bed because it sits up really high. Also, since i'll be having a FNG, does anyone know what would be best to aide with swelling, healing, and scars? Updated on 17 Mar 2013: Hi everyone! These days are really flying by! I still have my good days and my bad ones regarding surgery but all in all, im doing well. I have my support team as well as the wonderful journey of all of the ladies on here. Preop in exactly 10 days and surgery in just 22! Updated on 17 Mar 2013: Uploaded more pics of the girls and they are VERY noticeable! Updated on 23 Mar 2013: Why did i all of a sudden get a cold??? Im beyond pissed because this is not what i need right now! On another note, I bought my recliner yesterday and gave it a test run last night. I must say it is so comfortable so it should do the trick during recovery. Still counting down.... Updated on 25 Mar 2013: Finally gave in and went to the doctor today. Upper respiratory infection!!!! Yay me! :/ I've been given a Z Pak, Medrol dose pak, and Tesselon Perles...yippie!! Preop on Wednesday and im freaking! Updated on 27 Mar 2013: Had my pre-op appt today and i got NO sleep last night! I finally closed my eyes around 2:30 am :/. My mind would not shut off. Anyways, I talked to I had my blood work drawn, all my registration has been completed. I was given an antiseptic soap to clean with the night before and morning of surgery, a log to record fluid output since i will be having drains and I have a list of do's and dont's. No jewelry, no deodorant or lotions, make sure under arms are clean shaven at least two days before surgery because it needs to be accessible, etc. They gave me a script for Percocet for post surgery pain which im not getting filled just yet. This will be an outpatient procedure so I'll be going home the same day. Soo anxious now! Updated on 31 Mar 2013: 8 days away and i'm not in the best of moods. Got a text (not a phone call) from my kids father that he's basically not gonna take leave and come back to help with the kids. As usual trying to make it seem like someone else is at fault. It's always something but, thats another story. Anyways, looks like they will just be missing a day of school. Trying to keep my spirits up this last week.... Updated on 7 Apr 2013: I've been up since 6 am. I cant focus on anything. I plan on going grocery shopping and taking the girls to the movies. I'll also pull out a few of my fav shirts for special before pics. Pray for me!!! Updated on 9 Apr 2013: Here i am!!! Finally on the other side and im amazed at how small i look! I arrived the hospital at 520 am yesterday all of my registration had been done previously at my pre op appt. By 6 am an IV was being started and then the nurse came in to put on my TED hose and shortly after, my PS came in to do markings and i was so excited when i saw where my nipples would be. I couldnt stop smiling!! The last thing he told me was he would see me in the OR but i wouldnt see him. My two nurses came in to take me away and my mom and i said our see ya's and i was off. My second anesthesiologist gave me a cocktail in my IV to ease my nervousness and after i reached the OR i remember transferring to the table and breathing a few times and nothing else until it was time to go home. My PS told my mom that surgery went longer than expected because i was so huge. I didnt receive a surgical bra because of my FNG and im all bandaged up but i can see past my boobs for the first time in over 10 years!!! My first post op is on Friday and i will be getting my drains removed and bandages changed. Yesterday was rough for me i was so dizzy and nauseous. I vomited a few times and slept all day. I really dont have an appetite. I haven't gone #2 yet but my Smooth Move is on standby. I'm really not in pain, just some discomfort where the drains are exiting my skin and when i attempt to move sometimes. I have to start walking today so i'll just go back and forth down the hallway. My throat is a little irritated from the breathing tube but not too terrible. I made myself some detox water Sunday night and i've been drinking that off and on. I'm about ready for a nap now but when i get up i will snap pics and share!!! Ttyl! For now here are pics of my markings! My mom was the photographer so bear with me lol! Updated on 9 Apr 2013: Here i am!!! Finally on the other side and im amazed at how small i look! I arrived the hospital at 520 am yesterday all of my registration had been done previously at my pre op appt. By 6 am an IV was being started and then the nurse came in to put on my TED hose and shortly after, my PS came in to do markings and i was so excited when i saw where my nipples would be. I couldnt stop smiling!! The last thing he told me was he would see me in the OR but i wouldnt see him. My two nurses came in to take me away and my mom and i said our see ya's and i was off. My second anesthesiologist gave me a cocktail in my IV to ease my nervousness and after i reached the OR i remember transferring to the table and breathing a few times and nothing else until it was time to go home. My PS told my mom that surgery went longer than expected because i was so huge. I didnt receive a surgical bra because of my FNG and im all bandaged up but i can see past my boobs for the first time in over 10 years!!! My first post op is on Friday and i will be getting my drains removed and bandages changed. Yesterday was rough for me i was so dizzy and nauseous. I vomited a few times and slept all day. I really dont have an appetite. I haven't gone #2 yet but my Smooth Move is on standby. I'm really not in pain, just some discomfort where the drains are exiting my skin and when i attempt to move sometimes. I have to start walking today so i'll just go back and forth down the hallway. My throat is a little irritated from the breathing tube but not too terrible. I made myself some detox water Sunday night and i've been drinking that off and on. I'm about ready for a nap now but when i get up i will snap pics and share!!! Ttyl! For now here are pics of my markings! My mom was the photographer so bear with me lol! Updated on 9 Apr 2013: Here i am!!! Finally on the other side and im amazed at how small i look! I arrived the hospital at 520 am yesterday all of my registration had been done previously at my pre op appt. By 6 am an IV was being started and then the nurse came in to put on my TED hose and shortly after, my PS came in to do markings and i was so excited when i saw where my nipples would be. I couldnt stop smiling!! The last thing he told me was he would see me in the OR but i wouldnt see him. My two nurses came in to take me away and my mom and i said our see ya's and i was off. My second anesthesiologist gave me a cocktail in my IV to ease my nervousness and after i reached the OR i remember transferring to the table and breathing a few times and nothing else until it was time to go home. My PS told my mom that surgery went longer than expected because i was so huge. I didnt receive a surgical bra because of my FNG and im all bandaged up but i can see past my boobs for the first time in over 10 years!!! My first post op is on Friday and i will be getting my drains removed and bandages changed. Yesterday was rough for me i was so dizzy and nauseous. I vomited a few times and slept all day. I really dont have an appetite. I haven't gone #2 yet but my Smooth Move is on standby. I'm really not in pain, just some discomfort where the drains are exiting my skin and when i attempt to move sometimes. I have to start walking today so i'll just go back and forth down the hallway. My throat is a little irritated from the breathing tube but not too terrible. I made myself some detox water Sunday night and i've been drinking that off and on. I'm about ready for a nap now but when i get up i will snap pics and share!!! Ttyl! For now here are pics of my markings! My mom was the photographer so bear with me lol! Updated on 11 Apr 2013: Post op day 3! My sleep schedule is still all out of whack. Experiencing constipation with small stomach cramps. The Smooth Move tea doesnt seem to work for me (even after 2 cups) so after i come from my first post op appt tomorrow i'll get the stool softeners. Went outside earlier today and walked around the yard the breeze felt good. Im sure i got some weird looks circling around the yard in my mumu but oh well. Ive done pretty well without Percocet today but had to give in after my pm drain stripping a little while ago. Experienced a hard tug after it bounced and boy did i almost pass out!! Well, the meds are kicking in so im going to end it before my words start running together. Hopefully drains get removed tomorrow. Cant wait to see my new set!!!! Hopefully they look amazing! Updated on 12 Apr 2013: Drains were removed today and i feel SOOO MUCH BETTER!!!! It hurt like all hell when they got pulled out but honey when i tell you the discomfort is gone! Only took 2 extra strength Tylenol today due to leg cramping from being in the recliner. Other than that im okay. PS says my right side is a little more swollen than the left so he wants to see me again Monday. I got a look at the girls and from my view, they were not cute but its a mind thing. Ive got to get past all the dried blood and cuts, etc. Got a look at my FNG and they look good hopefully, they'll stay that way. Still no bra for a awhile but i was told i can wear camisoles. Dressing changes everyday and have to apply Bacitracin and mesh to my FNG and the openings where the drains were. But im doing okay today :) Only up from here. Updated on 18 Apr 2013: Post op day 10! Feeling so much better today! Still some swelling but it is gradually subsiding. My FNG are coming along. I see the pinkness when i change my dressings and that's a good sign. Ive been stretching my arms to ease out some of the stifness and get my range of motion going. Not overdoing it though. I also tried on some of my old clothes and i felt so overjoyed because not that long ago i was literally spilling out of everything. Now its either too big or fits just right. I did have the blues for a while but ive shaken it off. I know i made the right choice. Better days ahead :) Updated on 27 Apr 2013: 19 days post op and I'm feeling good! Bought 2 bras yesterday from Walmart a Genie bra ($9) and a Fruit of the loom comfort front-close sports bra (9.95) and they fit so good. I'm amazed at the fact that i can now actually buy bras under $10! I'm so used to paying $30+. On another note, my healing has been absolutely amazing thusfar. The few people that have seen me since the surgery compliment me on how good I look and it makes me feel great. I also got a ton of scrub tops from one of my fabulous co-workers and I have gone from wearing a tight fitting 1x down to a Medium at the lowest and I actually cried when trying them on lol! I'm so glad I went through with this surgery! Uploading a few comparison pics tonight. More to come soon!
Hello everyone! I am getting my very first consultation on Monday the 11th, at Destin plastic surgery!!! My consultation is with Dr. Ennis. I am more than excited and looking forward to meeting with humans hearing about my up coming surgery! I am hoping to be able I get silicone, definately under the muscle. I am currently a B cup, BARELY. Lol I am wanting to be a full C! I have been wanting this surgery for as long as I can remember. I love my boobies, I just want them to be fuller! :) ill update y'all in a week. Wish me luck at my appt !Updated on 15 Feb 2013:Well, I have made a desision on a doctor! I am scheduled for BA March 26th!!! I am going with Saline, under the muscle. I am not sure about how many ccs yet. My pre-op appt is March 11th. My dr and I will go over all that then. Dr. Frost is doing my BA. I am so excited, I do not know how many ccs to go with?! HELP!! I am currently a 34b barely! I wish to be a full C :) I am thinking 275-300 ccs, I know someone who has 220 and is a full B, I love how hers look. I dont want to go TOO BIG, but then again i deff dont wanna wish i had went a little bigger. I am 5'3ish 130 please advise :)Updated on 9 Mar 2013:OH MY GOSH!!!! My pre-op is in 2 days!!! :) I am so excited I can barely stand it!Updated on 12 Mar 2013:LITTLE HELP HERE PLEASE- Yesterday was my Pre-opp and my dr was sick so I had to go over everything with the nurse. She went over instructions on what to do before surgery and all, then walked me over to have my blood taken. I asked her about implant size and all, she said that Dr. Frost has chosen a high profile 350cc implant. After measuring my chest and that, thats what would fit. I dont want to go as big as " can fit". I left my appt feeling very uncomfortable. I called soon after I left and asked that I actually speak with the DR about implant size and all because we have never talked about that..... I am 5'3 130lbs currently a small B. What would 350cc make me? I was thinking about 300cc. I am very upset that my DR tried to just give me the implant that he thought would fit. the nurse said that he went over implant size and all at my consultation. but he did not. i am very unpleased. i JUST SPENT 4,100 DOLLARS ON THIS AND NOW I DONT FEEL COMFORTABLE. They also did not give me my meds to have filled ahead of time. didnt even tell me why at my appt. on my way home i realized that they didnt go over that with me, so i called them again to tell them that.... anyone out there that went with 350cc and is happy with it? PLEASE HELP MEUpdated on 19 Mar 2013:My surgery is a week from today!!!!! I could not be more thrilled! I am going with 300cc high profile! :) i have to be there by 5:30am and should be back for the procedure by 6:30!Updated on 29 Mar 2013:My surgery was 4 days ago! I am already back at work. I went with 300cc saline high profile implants! I could not be any happier with my choice, they are PERFECT! :)
My breasts have been large all my life, I am a 40 i right now, and I am looking to be a D when Dr. Frost is done.. I am very very nervous about this surgery. I am just looking for a little verbal support. Updated on 12 Apr 2012: List Pros & Cons, Advice you can offer others Updated on 12 Apr 2012: List Pros & Cons, Advice you can offer others Updated on 12 Apr 2012: Hello all my name is Letitia I am 44 years young, my bra size is (40 i), I am having my reduction on April 23,2012. My mind is racing with all of these negative thought. My husband is trying to fix it but he can't. But he is trying.. Dr. Frost and his staff has been very nice and helpful..... I think that the longest part of this process is waiting on the day of surgery, it gives you too much time to have crazy thoughts of all of the cons, never the pros. IS THIS NORMAL??????? Updated on 13 Apr 2012: 10 days and counting. Goodbye 40i, Hello 40D..... Updated on 15 Apr 2012: Hello ladies, 9 days and counting until surgery. I have not been able to sleep at all, I have read every testimony and comment on this site, and I am still worried.. Getting ready to do a little house work to keep my mind busy. Updated on 15 Apr 2012: On January 30 I had my first consultation with my PS, I must say it was a fun meeting. We talked about all of the pros & cons about surgery. He asked when I go out to dinner do I put my boobs on the table for a little relief on my back and shoulders?? I answered yes and laughed very loud. Then I asked him if he saw me doing that at T.G.I. Fridays the night before my consultation.. (LMAO) I am sorry to say that I did not have a lot of insurance issues. Blue Cross blue Shield was very understanding with my PS and his staff, It took my insurance company only a week to send back APPROVED!!!!!!!!!! The only problem I had was that my allergies are very very bad so I could not have my surgery at the AMBULATORY CENTER because I am allergic to latex, so my surgery was put off a week. Blue Cross needed to change the surgery to the Hospital and not the day surgery place.. That took all of 24 hours. Updated on 15 Apr 2012: On January 30 I had my first consultation with my PS, I must say it was a fun meeting. We talked about all of the pros & cons about surgery. He asked when I go out to dinner do I put my boobs on the table for a little relief on my back and shoulders?? I answered yes and laughed very loud. Then I asked him if he saw me doing that at T.G.I. Fridays the night before my consultation.. (LMAO) I am sorry to say that I did not have a lot of insurance issues. Blue Cross blue Shield was very understanding with my PS and his staff, It took my insurance company only a week to send back APPROVED!!!!!!!!!! The only problem I had was that my allergies are very very bad so I could not have my surgery at the AMBULATORY CENTER because I am allergic to latex, so my surgery was put off a week. Blue Cross needed to change the surgery to the Hospital and not the day surgery place.. That took all of 24 hours. Updated on 16 Apr 2012: Hello ladies, I hope that everyone's day is brighter than mine, depression has set upon me today, I don't even want to get out of bed, It feels like April 23 is years away... Updated on 18 Apr 2012: All smiles here today, my son came home to help his dad take care of me after surgery. Just can't stop the happy tears I have not seen him in a year. Sniff Sniff!! 5 more days.. Updated on 19 Apr 2012: Laughing out loud right now I think that seeing my son was over rated, because I have been in the kitchen most of the day. This young man is trying get all of the food of mine that he has not had in a year or so. I have baked cake, brownies, mac & cheese, blueberry muffin,and fried shrimp... I wonder what is in store for me on Friday!! LMAO!!! Updated on 19 Apr 2012: (SPELL CHECK) me not mine lol Updated on 22 Apr 2012: Hello Ladies!! Sorry that I have not checked inn in a few days but my husband and son have been so good to me. Mani,pedi, brunch and dinner and brunch again.. I am feeling really good about myself right now. Thanks Ladies for all the prayers and well wishes.. I am getting ready for bed. Goodnight All!!!!! Updated on 24 Apr 2012: Good morning Ladies, I had to be admitted into the hospital because my allergies went crazy durning and after surgery. (HIVES) everywhere!! It is about 2:00am right now and I can't sleep, some pain but not a lot, Meds are working great. NO MORE I's. But can you say D's. Overall surgery went great. Updated on 25 Apr 2012: Morning Ladies , My new girls are 3 days old, and looking good. Today I have an appointment @ 1:20 with my PS I am hoping that he takes out these drains today, I think that I may have pulled out the drain on my right side, but overall I must say that I feel good. I will try to put up pics later today... Updated on 3 May 2012: Hello Friends!! I am posting a few pic's of the new girls, 10 days post op.. Feeling a little blue, but I did want to share the new girls with you all.. I have an infection on the left side and my hives are getting a little better.. When I shake the blues I will post more.. P.S. Thanks for all of the prayers... Updated on 3 May 2012: sorry about the dates on the pics operator error.... Updated on 3 May 2012: I am also a smoker, or was a smoker I have not had a cig in 2 weeks and counting it is very hard. I think that is part of why I am so blue.. I tore something on the right side. In 10 days I have seen my PS 4 times, he took out my left drain 2days after surgery on the 4th day he took out the right drain. I did not get one of those fancy bras that everyone got, but it does feel good not to wear a bra. On Friday I get to see my PS again to see how my infection is coming along. THANKS ALL!!!!! Updated on 4 May 2012: Just left the Dr.s office had a great visit everything looks good he said.. I feel really good today emotional roller coaster!!!!! Updated on 10 May 2012: 19 days post op!! Feeling really good today.. My girls are looking good I am very happy with them. (I think i am saying this right) nipple grafting, this process is moving slow the skin is not peeling off, but I am getting the sharp pains shooting to my nipples..LOL I will show more pics when I can take off the gauze for good. 22 days and counting smoke free!! I must say I do feel better!! Updated on 23 May 2012: Hello Ladies today is my one month mark post op. Feeling very good I must say, and my new perky girls are doing great too!!!!!! Updated on 27 May 2012: Hello Ladies today was a really good day I am feeling almost like myself again. I really would like to give a big THANKS to all of the ladies that helped make this process smooth for me.... THANKS!!!! Updated on 4 Jun 2012: Hive and more hives, I have been breaking out in hives all over my new small breast for weeks now. When I had large breast I guess I could not feel the hives because my breast were so big, now that they are small I really feel these hives itching really bad. After my reduction I realized that I have a belly that was under my large breast!!! I am so upset!!! Most of my friends have small breast and big bellies, they would always say that they wish they could have a flat stomach like mine, now that I know that my stomach is not flat, I got depressed and I have been in bed for 4 days... Updated on 13 Jun 2012: Hello ladies!!! Updated on 11 Jul 2012: Hello Ladies, I am now 78 days post op and feeling really good. Shopping has made me feel even better. I saw Dr. Frost last week and now I don't go back for a whole year. I am posting more pic's today check them out. ALL SMILES HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Updated on 14 Apr 2013: Hello All!!!!!!!
Hi everyone. I have been checking out this site since I made the move to have my BR. I have had big breast for as long as I can remember. In fact I started developing at an early age and never remember wearing a training bra. Went from nothing to a B cup over night. Pretty stressful for an 8 year old. Now after 2 babies I am now a 36F or G. Not sure which been too afraid to find out for sure,lol. Have wanted this for so long, but it took a separation from my husband and being on my own to finally take that step to do something for me. My surgery is scheduled for February 14, Happy Valentines day to me. Anyway I will keep posted. Updated on 2 Feb 2012: Well I have my pre-op tomorrow and I'm so wired I can't seem to get myself to bed. I know I need to, because I have a full day ahead of me. I have to do blood test and EKG and go over what to expect on the 14. I haven't done the bra shopping thing but I have been looking since my PS said he would probably take me to a D cup,but I would love to be a full C. So I keep looking at every D cup bra I see just to orientate myself with just what size that will be. It really doesn't look that big, but I do remember when I was a C cup and was ok with that size,but anything will be an improvement over what I am now just so I can get the relief I so desperately want. So I'm going to bed to try and get some rest. Wish me luck. Updated on 4 Feb 2012: had my pre-op visit and it went so smooth. I realized I didn't have as many questions to ask as I thought and the ones I had were answered before I asked. Ten more days as of today. Can't wait!!! Updated on 15 Feb 2012: Well guys here I am 1 day post op and so very very happy. I keep looking at them because I don't remember when I was this size. I'm loving it!!!!! I arrived at the ambulatory center at %:30am and the ball started rolling very quickly from there. Everyone was so professional and caring and not once did I get nervous. Just excited. Everything went smoothly until it was time to send me home. I stopped drinking on the 13th about 9:00pm and they made me use the bathroom before the procedure so when the time came around to use it then, let's just say there wasn't much to release. Took another 2 hours just to go potty,lol. Anyway I'm home now and recuperating. I think I may have pulled a little something trying to close down the top to my water bottle of all things, go figure. I have my post op on friday to remove the drains then it's onward and upward. Me and my perky C's. Updated on 17 Feb 2012: Well I'm a couple hours from my first post opp and getting these drains removed. I was told to take a deep breath when they were being taken out(thanks Ariel) so I'm preparing myself for that. One more step closer to feeling better and fully enjoying the new me. Updated on 24 Feb 2012: well I've almost reached 2 weeks post op. I've been feeling those electrical shocks in my breast the past couple of days. They are definitely uncomfortable. Luckily they don't last long an dare more of an annoyance than anything. I have 3 more days before the bandages come off. One more step closer. I was blessed enough to work for a great company where I could take off 4 weeks and then take my vacation that was scheduled before the surgery and get my regular pay, sooo I get 5 weeks to heal and build up my strength and get used to my new girls before I "introduce" them to everyone else. still working on how to post pics, about to enlist the help of my 14 year old daughter. so hopefully they will be up soon. Updated on 27 Feb 2012: So I had my bandages taken off today and can now begin scar therapy. I'm happy with what's there though. The scars are completely flat except for on my sides. There are lumps there,but my PS said that it wasn't anything to worry about and that they would go down in time. I think the lumps are why the scars there seem so pronounced.Anyway I look forward to treating the scars and continuing to see progress and healing. Btw there is an area where there is some as he put it "irritation" and I have to apply ointment until it heals, but he said that should only take a few days. So all in all very pleased. Updated on 26 Mar 2012: Hi guys, I know it's been a long time but I got inspired by Zumba Ariel to update and let everyone know how things were going. My scars are healing up fantastic. I asked the doctor what size I ended being and his response was "perfect" lol. And when I went to buy a bra and the sales person asked me what size I needed I was to tell them a size perfect. I haven't tried on a regular bra yet because the sports bras are so comfortable and since I can't wear under wire for another couple months I'm content with them for a while. I started back to work today. My scars got a bit sore, but nothing I couldn't handle. I've began to exercise too.Now that the girls are normal size I noticed that it made my belly look more pronounced,lol. Sooo I joined WW online and began an exercise routine. Lost 2 lbs so far since last Tuesday,YAY. Slow and steady. My husband keeps asking how they look, the distance has brought us closer and we have been communicating alot. I keep telling him their tiny. I think he wants a visual. May give him one if he keeps being a good boy. He's in Afghanistan and I worry about him everyday, but this is my time and I've made it through this on my own with the help of some awesome people. The scars on the side are darker than the others, but with my therapy, using silicone gel and massage everyday twice a day, they have flattened out quite a bit. Looking good. Got an early day tomorrow, so hitting the shower and bed for me. Good luck to anyone who has their surgeries coming up!! WELL WORTH IT! Updated on 3 May 2012: I've reached the 11 week mark and the compliments keep coming. Got a chance to see my in-laws this weekend, my daughter graduated college , and they kept telling me how incredible I looked. My mother-in-law said she couldn't stop staring at my boobs or as she put it later where my boobs used to be,lol. Anyway I'm having a ball dressing them. I think I've bought a new dress at least once a week. And to top it all off since I can now exercise for the first in forever I have dropped 9lbs in the past 5 weeks. Feels good!!! Got a few more to go to reach my goal but now that I can work out with out stopping because my breast hurts it won't be long. Seeing the results gives me ammunition to keep going. Good luck to anyone out there who's one step closer to the best feeling ever and those who have crossed the threshold, it only gets better. By the way, got a call from the Ambulatory center saying they had a refund for me, so my final cost is going to be even less,WooHoo!!! Updated on 14 Feb 2014: Hi Everyone :) Got an email from Kimmers that reminded me that today is 2 years since I took that life changing step to relief. I want to take this time to thank everyone for all the well wishes and support you gave me while I was going through the roller coaster of emotions that came with this major change. I can say that even after 2 years I still say this is the best decision I have ever made. i want to take this time to congratulate all of you that have made the decision to take care of yourselves and do what is best for you. Sometimes we have to make choices that are for ourselves and like they always say" if Momma's not happy, no one's happy". My life has taken a turn that wish it hadn't. My husband has decided that he would be happier not being married and my daughter and I are still adjusting. My faith and my friends are carrying me through, so we move forward. Any way, my perky C's settled to being perky D's which is ok by me because it's still along way from where I started,lol. And yes they are still quite perky. My daughters tell me that my nipples love to say "hello" a lot, hahahaha!!! Trying my best to get back to exercising and controlling my weight. Hopefully I will get this together soon, but hey, I have GREAT BOOBS!!! Hope today brings everyone love and happy hearts. Good luck to those who are waiting, happy healing to those that have had their surgery and whoo hoo!! to everyone enjoying your freedom from back pain, expensive bras and buying the outfit that you "have" to buy and not the one you "want" to buy. Oh, and Happy Valentine's Day!!!
Hi there, Well, my breast reduction journey started back when I was 16 years old in high school. I was a 38 DD. In high school I was pretty fit; 5'4 145 pounds. I played softball year round, and went to the gym on a normal basis. I never really was tiny, but I proportional to my body. I first looked into a breast reduction my junior year of high school when I was 17. I was getting tired, I was running slower, and I was doubling up on bras, and I knew for a high schooler this was not normal. Of course my family told me to wait it out until I was an adult, so at 18 I took it upon myself to go and get a consultation. I went to a place in Destin, Florida, they had told me I was a great candidate, but I may want to wait until after I had kids because I was still so young. I took that into great consideration and year by year spent the money on the expensive bras, expensive bathing suit tops, and etc. I had my daughter in 2007, and my breast didn't get really any bigger, but it turned out I couldn't breast feed her anyway because a month later my appendix decided it wanted out of my body, so being under anesteasia (sp) and meds afterwards, Dr advised me to not breastfeed. I was okay with that. Had my son in 2010 and after I had him I went from DD to an E...my breasts just exploded. A month after breast feeding him, he was allergic to my breast milk and had to stop breast feeding him and buy him the most expensive formula on the lot...so after that I decided enough was enough obviously breast feeding isn't just going to happen with me. So in June 2010 I started looking into the procedure again. My primary Doctor had advised me to lose some baby weight and see what that could do for me, so after working out and starting regular Zumba classes, I did indeed drop some weight and inches, however my breasts weren't budging. After my breast milk dried I was a 42 DDD. Well I took his advice and I did drop the pounds. The only thing in my chest area that was going down was the inches, but the cup size. I finally got back down to a 38, but I am still in the DDD range. After a year of researching I found out that a breast reduction was covered under the insurance I have, I just needed the referral from the plastic surgeon. Back in September my primary care Doctor had some lab work done on me, and also did X-Ray's of my back, spine, and chest just to see if I had any impact from my breast. (He also did this to have something to show to the insurance company so they wouldn't reject me instantly.) After my tests came back, we did see some spine issues and to our surprise we saw a lump in my right breast. Instantly I thought "Lord have mercy I have breast cancer" but that wasn't the case. After doing more testing on the lump it pretty much is a cyst. (Couldn't spell the correct name for it if my life depended on it.). After that I instantly got a referral to a plastic surgeon. In November I went to see him, and he took pictures, gave me an "interview" to see where my mind was with a breast reduction. (I think he just wanted to make sure I was in the right mind set). After speaking with him he went through a full powerpoint presentation of the good, the bad, and the ugly of breast reduction. I liked him because he was very honest, answer all questions, and was very patient. After his presentation because it was so thorough, I hardly had any questions. He said he would send in my paperwork to the insurance and I would hear back before the new year. Two weeks later I got th phone call stating I was approved for the procedure and was told the first opening was February 13th. I instantly signed up and from there they made my Pre Opp appointment on Jan. 25th. During my pre opp appointment, my Dr's nurses showed me around the hospital, informed me all rooms were private and that I would be staying over night. They did some lab work, and gave me some special soap to wash with the night before and morning of surgery. They answered any last minute questions and pre registered me into the hospital (kinda like you would a month or so before you have a baby). Now I am just counting down the days. I'm nervous excited. The only thing I am worried about is...what if I hate them smaller? I've been accustomed to a bigger chest since I was 12...yes 12! It's all I know. As a Zumba Instructor, I feel it will make me better. I cannot wait until I can buy a cheap bathing suit again! Also the $250 I have to pay is for staying ver night at the hospital. Everything else is covered under insurance.Updated on 12 Feb 2012:Hello all, First and formost, I just want to thank everyne for the kind words. It really does make you believe you're making the right decision for yourself. Well it is the night before surgery. Husband and I are in a hotel about five miles from the hospital. Tonight while I took a shower with the surgical soap they gave me it hit me hard. I've been asking myself over and over if this is the right decision for myself. I am a true believer that God makes no mistakes. And the more I thought about that, I asked myself even more, if He makes no mistakes, why am I messing with "perfection"? My husband is very comforting and has treated me with a Spa treatment, a Valentine's Dinner cruise, and while all of that is VERY relaxing now I am scared to death. Every surgical proceedure I've had done has HAD to been done (wisdom teeth, C-Section, appendix, and two cysts in my neck) I was NEVER nervous. This surgery is different because I am bringing it to my life...it doesn't HAVE to be done. Does that make sense? I know I am over thinking it, and with that I'll NEVER get sleep tonight, lol. But thank you for all the kind words of wisdom. I'll post as soon as I get home with pictures before and after.Updated on 14 Feb 2012:A day after surgery and I am doing just fine. Pain is no where near as bad as my two c sections. I've been sleeping a lot and have a follow up appointment tomorrow to get the drains removed.Updated on 17 Feb 2012:Day four after surgery and I am feeling good. I've been off of my pain meds for a little over 24 hours now, and not feeling loopy and tired is feeling pretty good. On the downside, I was very constipated due to the pain killers and the anastesia(sp)and (not trying to sound disgusting) had my first bowel yesterday since Saturday, and that was probably the most pain I've felt from this surgery...honestly. I've been mostly resting and taking short walks so my legs don't get blood clots or anything. So far it's definitely been worth it!Updated on 26 Mar 2012:Been a while since I've updated.. Since my last appointment with my Doctor about a month ago, things have been moving smoothly. I did everything he said, and I am healing greatly! You can hardly see my scars they are most noticable on the sides. During my recovery I did go through depression. MY Doctor said this was normal. I literally went from doing 8+ classes of high impact Zumba classes to running short of breath just lifting my arms trying to wash my hair. My depression would come mostly at night while trying to focus on homework or just lolly gagging on the computer. I missed my Zumba classes and my Zumba girlfriends. MY husband was there for me as much as he could, but there are just somethings you don't want to discuss with your husband like you want with your girlfriends. I started driving about five weeks after my surgery, and that was when my depression stopped. Just a drive to the beach or the park so could walk the shoreline, or in laps made me feel better. I've never been a homebody, and being at home just drives me insane. Shopping has been a blast. I finally got my two bras from Victoria's Secret! I also got some other cute bras from other places. I am officially a 38D, and I am so happy with that. Not flat chested, but still something there that makes me feel womanly and sexy :) I am a curvy girl, so I feel a D is perfect for my body type. I was able to buy a tube top tankini and swim suit shopping has been so much fun. I've bought a lot of new cute shirts, and dresses! Never before could wear those long dresses that were made for the A cup girls. The best part about shopping is my wedding. MY husband and I are finally having our ceremony in October now that the surgery is over, and my dress I bought...the chest is too big! The seamstress has to bring it in about four inches! That made my day! All in all, this was the best decision of my life. For a while I was down, and I felt I shouldn't have done it, but I know I am impatient when it comes to things like healing...that's why I waited so long to update. I was that one that wanted the surgery and immediate results. Last weeked I started going to some Zumba classes to build my stamina back up, and everything is fine. I'm taking it easier than I usually would, and not jumping yet, but doing that and light cardio in the gym is getting easier. So all in all six weeks was my recovery mark. I'm giving myself another three weeks off from instructing Zumba classes just so I can build myself back up.
From your description, you likely have Poland's syndrome. Poland's can present with only breast development discrepancy or may involve underlying muscle and bone. The best way to get an opinion is to call and make an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon. Look for one who does a lot of breast surgery. It is not likely that you will have insurance coverage for breast size discrepancy but it depends on your company. Check with your insurance company and ask them for a written policy explaining your policy's coverage. I specify written policy because the person who answers the phone will not know the details of Poland's and may give a superficial answer. Get everything in writing. Good luck to you.
There are several treatments available for keloids. Without an in-person exam, it is difficult to give advice for your exact problem but it is possible that an injection of a steroid into the scar may soften and flatten the keloid. Sometimes it takes multiple infections over a few months time. The steroid does not work for all people and then surgery could be considered. Think hard before getting another piercing. You may have the same problem even if you don't get another infection. Good luck to you.
While there is no real way to PROVE that your pain is from the weight of your breasts, I have two tests. Does your neck and back pain feel better if you lift your breasts with your arms? Or, do you feel relief by resting the GG's on a table or desk. If your answer to these questions is "yes" then your pain is at least aggravated by the weight or your breasts. If you have underlying arthritis, breast reduction will not fix the arthritis but it may alleviate the pain by reducing the stress on your joints. If you are trying to prove it to an insurance company, that is another matter. Each insurance company has their own criteria. Some make sense medically. Some don't make sense to me if they are trying to help patients feel better. Please see a board certified plastic surgeon. He or she can help you determine if you would benefit from a breast reduction.
Very often when there is any difficulty healing an incision, the patient automatically calls it an infection. It is often more related to the blood flow to the area that results in an open wound. Often the surgeon will recommend some type of antibiotic cream or ointment to help this area heal. That does not necessarily indicate an infection. These creams and ointments are more to decrease the risk of infection rather than treat an infection. As others have stated, infection in breast lifts are quite rare. Healing difficulty of same areas is quite common.
It is difficult to answer your question from just one photo. I would like to see a side view and have some measurements. With that said, it is likely that your nipple is in the correct location but that you have some "bottoming out" with the distance beneath the nipple to the chest wall being stretched out a bit. It may be possible to improve that appearance by removing some more skin at the bottom. Discuss your concerns with your surgeon. He/she can take some measurements and advise what may be possible.
