I've had large breast since a teen, but they became too large after gaining weight in my mid-thirties, after getting custody of a niece and nephew and suffering from depression. Back, shoulder and self-esteem were the worst of my problems. My GP wanted me to lose weight before considering breast reduction (my highest weight was 278 lbs). After gastric sleeve, I dropped 110 pounds, and my breast were still large, but much more flabby and flat, causing more self-esteem problems. So my GP referred me to get breast reduction, which thankfully, insurance covered. The procedure went great, 2.2 pounds taken off each breast. I'm very happy with the size and look of them. There was numbness in my left nipple, until about 4 most later, sensation started to come back. There's still a slight tenderness in both nipples, but it's reducing over time. There was a "dog ear" result from the sutures on my right breast, but that's nearly gone now.
First of all, thank you so much for all of your posts. I am learning a lot from your experiences! I am a Pilates Instructor, I live a very busy life, I own my business and have 3 kids. I breast feed all 3 and I have very small and "empty" breasts. I've been dreaming of an augmentation for over 20 years and the time has come! I am so active that I would like to have small implants: 275-300ccs. I am 5'5, 130 pounds with a "healthy" sized rear end. I'd like my top portion to match my bottom portion! I'd like to go to the beach without feeling like a boy in a bikini. My BA is scheduled for 10/16 and I am nervous. Some days I am excited to get this done, some days I wanna just cancel the whole thing. I have a question for all you mommies out there. How did you recover with your kids? The one thing that is terrifying to me is that I don't think I can even have a good recovery period because of child rearing...etc....Can anyone offer some advice to me?? I know I have to take it easy, I will try. But I also don't want anyone to know that I am getting this procedure except for my husband and maybe 2 close friends. Updated on 5 Oct 2015: Has this happened to anyone? 11 days pre-op and I am reading all about botched BAs, and ex plants. Tell me to stop! I'm going down a deep dark hole over here and need to get offline! Also, our nanny is leaving the day after I have surgery to move back to Guatemala. She just told me. Ugh! There are a few bumps in the road, but really, is there ever a perfect time to do this?? Tell me if anyone else out there is having, or had cold feet! Updated on 8 Oct 2015: Hi again! My husband and I went to my pre-op yesterday and all went pretty well. I didn't pay for the surgery right off the bat because I was having cold feet. After Dr.Togba answered my questions (some what arrogantly though), I felt better. He has been doing this for so long and has really good technique, I think I'll be really happy with the results. His staff, Karen and Melody really made my experience amazing. They were reassuring and comforting. Melody helped me choose a size that made sense for my active lifestyle and the fact I didn't want to look fat in my flowing shirts. I chose 285ccs, low profile Sientra textured implants. I feel really good about this decision! I simply don't want big boobs. Just enough to show off on a bikini and not have to stuff my workout shirts with...my doctor said I won't have to sleep on an incline not take antibiotics. He made it sound like it was gonna be a lot easier healing than I thought it would be. I have a silly question! How long was it before you could pick up a gallon of milk and pour it? I am worried I won't be able to do simple things like that for awhile. Updated on 9 Oct 2015: Hahaha! I am quoting someone on this forum who said that, and I thought that was really funny! I am posting pictures of my little ones in two tops that I can't wait to fill out. My "free people" bra that I loooove, but makes me look flat as a pancake and my little 60s style bikini that also needs some fillin' out. I'm a week away and well, I'm excited, but now feeling like somehow I need to say goodbye to these little girls! Updated on 9 Oct 2015: In really 7 days pre. How do I change that?? Updated on 12 Oct 2015: Hi there all! I am waaaaay too busy right now in my personal life to have any anxiety about my surgery nor to worry too much about what I'm about to tell y'all. So the FDA temporarily pulled Sientra implants "off the shelves" because there was an incident in Australia pertaining to bacteria. My PS caught wind of this late Friday evening. So he will not be using the Sientra implants, instead he will be using Naturelle. I am switching to Moderate Plus profile just because a lot of you have given me the advice to do so. I trust you ladies. After this is all over, lets go out for drinks. Hahahaha! Seriously though, I feel like you have all become my friends. Anyways. If you want more information, a RS member has posted some articles on the Sientra Implants in the BA October 2015 forum.... Updated on 12 Oct 2015: http://www.device.com.au/device-technologies-confirms-voluntary-suspension-of-supply-of-silimed-implants/ Updated on 15 Oct 2015: Why am I so nervous? I've had 3 major knee surgeries, an ovarian cyst removal, 2 natural childbirths and one epidural. I should rock this surgery! Maybe it's because I have 3 kiddos to take care of while I heal, maybe it's because this is an elective surgery, or maybe I'm simply nervous to throw up in the car! It's the unknown! Anyways. 12 more hours and counting. I wanted to let you know how I have been prepping before surgery. I am a Pilates instructor and orthopedic manual therapist who works a lot with rehabilitation. I've been massaging the origin and insertion of my pectoralis major and stretching them afterwards. I make circular motions down the sides of my sternum, under the clavicles and back of upper arm bones (this is where the insertion of thepectoralis major lives). Then I lie on my foam roller and make angel wings (palms up). I am trying to make the soft tissue soft and flexible for the implant and prevent micro-tears of the tendons especially at the sternum. If anyone needs any advice or details, private message me and I can let you know more about my prep! See you on the other side :) Updated on 16 Oct 2015: Hahahaha! I survived it---out in the other side. I'm pretty useless right now...can't really use my arms to sit up. I'll give you a good synopsis of my experience either tonight or tomorrow, but I really really really love my size already. Small and perfect. Exactly what I wanted :) I wish I had stronger pain meds is all. My PS does not inject pain meds during surgery as to decrease infection risk. He is very clean about the whole process! Updated on 17 Oct 2015: Hi Ladies! I woke up so much better today! I'm not gonna lie, yesterday was a bit rough. The surgery went great and my doctor and anesthesiologist were amazing. The procedure took less than an hour. I was at the surgery center at 6am and left at 10:30am. Things got really hard when I got home after the pain meds my anesthesiologist gave me wore off. Imagine (all you mommies out there) your breasts are completely engorged and you need that baby to get the milk out, but there's no baby in site! Add on you have no usage of your arms nor can you take a deep breath. Ugh ugh ugh! I took my Vicodin as directed and ended up throwing it up. Ugh ugh ugh! I ended up taking a Tylenol and half a Vicodin and just staying in bed all day with ice on my breasts. I slept and didn't have much of an appetite. I mainly drank coconut water, ate saltine crackers and bananas. Yes. I am going to pay for this in the bowel movement department. You'll be hearing about that! I feel soooo much better today! I am up and walking around. Made some breakfast for my 4 yr old and myself. But I'm also taking it easy. I did some shoulder circles, neck rolls and pressed my arms back to stretch my pecs. I can also lift my arms above my head (tentatively). My 10 yr old is being so helpful. She is the best! I'm so lucky to have her and my husband to help me out---and the nanny is still here so I have help from her. I feel very very lucky! I recommend help for your kids the first 2-3 days! At least. I find myself bringing my head to my hands instead of my hands to my head (I.e brushing teeth, hair, eating). It's kind of funny. Today I'm gonna attempt a shower and actually take a look at these knockers. My left side is much bigger and hurts more...that's normal though, so I'm not gonna freak out! More later! I hope you all are doing well! Updated on 18 Oct 2015: Hi ladies! Day 3 post-op. Doing better. Tight and sore in the morning and only took Tylenol during the day and Vicodin in the morning and evening as I got pretty sore. My left breast was high tight and sore and now it's my right one, but they are slowly dropping. It's still really hard for me to use my arms to get me out of bed, therefore my back is in pain :/ I'm waking up early so I can do some neck, shoulder and light pec stretches. My PS said that massage is optional. For those who are massaging, can you give me some advice on how far post-op you begin and what kind of technique's you use? I'd love to add it to my healing routine! I hope you all are enjoying your Sunday! Xoxoxo I'll upload some after pics soon. Tomorrow when I have a second to myself (I can't wait!). Updated on 19 Oct 2015: Feeling so much better! I think they are settling into the pocket slowly, but surely... Updated on 23 Oct 2015: I had my one week post op this morning, which lasted a total of ten minutes! Hahahaha! Everything looked well and I'm doing very well with my healing. I am still riding pretty high--I'll post pictures tomorrow when I have some time! I got textured moderate profile cohesive gel implants. My PS says to not massage them. He says the pectorals will relax and that will allow the gel to settle towards the bottom. It makes sense to me, but anyone else here have the same or different advice concerning textured implants? I just don't wanna look like a weird boob alien... Updated on 24 Oct 2015: Here are some pictures of the 7-day mark. I am happy thus far! I've been doing tons of stretching and light rehab-style strengthening. I really wanna post a video for you all on my program, but I just need to find the time to do it. I'm not gonna lie! I had an emotional break-down yesterday. I had some boob greed, but mostly it was seeing a couple realselfer's posts that sent me down my adolescent spiral. They looked so perfect coming off the OR table and one week later, amazing in their bikinis. Even mom's of 3. I was like, "what?! I didn't get the memo you had to be a super model to belong to realself!" UGH! Shut up me! I woke up feeling better and realized we are all on here to help each other and this face-less, boob forward platform only shows a tiny tiny portion of all of our full full lives. I love you all and I am so happy we are here to find comraderie and help each other out! All of our journeys are so individual, you know? Like it is still extremely hard for me to get clothes on and off and I haven't even tried putting on my tighter clothes (my belly is still swollen too!). I don't have energy to even take a picture of myself in a bikini, nor do I really want to at this point :( Ok. Enough rambling... I got this amazing bra I wanted to tell you about. My PS said only wear a sports bra for the first month. I found a Haynes 360 degrees bra at target (a great hybrid of wireless bra and sports bra), and man, this thing is comfy! I would've bought all colors, but they only had one in medium. You should get this! $14! A steal. And it's seamless...I added a pic of it. It's not sexy, but you will love the feel of this sucker! Happy healing to my new friends out there!
I have had my implants in now for over 7 months. They are 345 cc saline-smooth implants. Aesthetically I am pleased with the result, except for one thing, I have a large amount of space between my breasts. I was flat-chested prior to surgery, and was told by Dr. Togba that this could be a possibility. I am planning on having my breast implants removed without replacement. Due to the following reasons: 1. There is too much space between my breast (something that can't be changed, due to my naturally broad shoulders). 2. Running is just not the same, I used to be able to go running bra-less! Now my breasts constantly bounce even with sport bras. 3. Sleeping on my chest is very uncomfortable, the implants feels so hard (I do not have capsular contracture) when I lay on my chest. I miss the feeling of just sleeping on my chest. 4. Hugging and being intimate with my husband is not the same. When I hug him, I can't feel his chest, I can only feel these implants pushing at me. Updated on 6 Jul 2015: I forgot to add that I am not giving a thumbs down for Dr. Togba. He did his job perfectly, unfortunately the shape of my chest cannot be changed, so no matter what implants I get, I will always have space between my breasts, it is naturally my physical anatomy. Dr .Togba is a very skilled and experienced surgeon. I am going back to him for my explanation. I can't imagine doing it with anyone else. I trust him completely.
Hi everyone, my date is nearing and I have to pick Cc's tomorrow. I want to look natural so I wanted to put up two pics with sizers so I could get some feedback. Which one looks better, ie, sexy but elegant? Thanks all! Im excited and scared but so far everything has gone better than expected! I promise to give way more details once I've had my surgery. Updated on 14 Jan 2015: HI everyone! I seem to be completely obsessed with this website! Here are the facts: I'm 52 years old and 120 lbs. 5'9 inches. I want, like a lot of you, want to look really natural with sexy boobs -- I want both! My choices - my surgery is Friday! - is between 285 and 305. I know that the difference is oh so small, but I am looking at the pics of me and feel like to achieve what I just said, I should go smaller. The ps thinks I can have 305 and still look natural. Will I regret going smaller? I hear many talk about 'now that it's over I wish I had gone bigger' but when I look at the pic of me with the 305, it just seems too big. Help! Many of you have already written to me (thanks Ali!) but I just need a little more of a nudge from women who are my size or who feel strongly when they see my pics. Thanks so so much! Updated on 18 Feb 2015: I got 305cc's, moderate plus Sientra. I could not be happier. My ps (the best ever!) brought in three boxes of implants on the day of surgery because I was Miss Indecision. I chose to go with the middle amount and I do not regret it. Do I wonder what it would be like if I have gone for that extra 20cc's? Of course! But for my frame, even the (male) friends who said, 'go bigger go bigger' have ALL said that it was the perfect choice -- more than I had by a lot and completely elegant and natural.
I decided to treat myself to a facelift as a personal gift to myself. I wanted to look the way I feel, vibrant and young at heart, so I had a lower face lift with fat injections around my cheeks and under my eyes. Long story short, it has been just under a year, and it is remarkable how great I look and, surprisingly, I look even better from one week to the next! The swell of compliments started at around 3-4 weeks, and they just keep coming from family, friends and strangers alike. I even had a registered nurse comment that she has seen a lot of work in her profession, and rarely has she seen work as great and as natural looking as mine. I should point out that while I have had great results, I did (and still do) contend with itching behind my ears, but the compliments I regularly receive trump the discomfort. I remind myself that complete healing takes time, and if I had to do it all over again, I wouldn't hesitate.
I pride myself on staying in shape, and I wanted to get rid of the excess loose skin around my mid section, a natural effect of the aging process and 3 pregnancies (including 1 caesarean). The results of the procedure are nothing less than exceptional! I was up and walking (completely upright) on day two and my recovery was a breeze. My husband and I met friends for cocktails in week 2! Thanks to scar therapy, my incision looks great. My belly button is perfect, my tummy is flat, I lost a dress size, and my posture is greatly improved. As an aside, the fabulous post-operative sex is an added benefit my husband and I had not anticipated, it’s unbelievable!
An unhappy cooking experience left me with a nasty 2nd degree burn on my right hand. I attended a seminar at Dr. Togba's office an evening after the accident. Dr. Togba noticed my bandaged hand and asked to examine the wound. He offered to treat me and thereafter made time for me in his busy practice as a courtesy. His care was so generous. He is a kind serene man who takes as much time as necessary to achieve the desired result. I feel very fortunate in knowing Dr. Togba. If he had not noticed my bandaged hand, I know I would have been left with terrible scarring. Instead my hand has healed with only a faint trace of a scar thanks to his good care.
When I was 18 I had a verbally abusive boyfriend who was always checking out women who had my exact body type except with larger breasts. He was never that "into" me, and he would never admit that my little breasts (36B at the time) were the only things that were not "his type." Being a stubborn 18, I was determined to prove a point and show him that I could be as beautiful as the women he lusted after. $3,000 later, I had huge breasts. I asked the doctor to make me a C cup. I would say that I regretted the operation instantly. They were so swollen and weird looking to me. I got used to my new chest (saline, under the muscle, 300cc on the right and 320 cc on the left) when everything settled down, but I never really loved my new breasts. I'm very active, so they were always in the way. When I was measured professionally for the first time a few years ago, I discovered that I was a 34D and had been mashing myself into too small bras all this time. I hated not being able to cuddle people the same, hugging felt inhibited. The surgeon I went to lied about potential complications with lactation, which depressed me horribly when I had surrogate children for friends and had to supplement the babies with formula. I have had chronic shoulder and neck pain that has become worse over the 17 years I have had these things in. I also had a blood clot form in my right subclavian vein due to a severe form of thoracic outlet syndrome which is aggravated by breast implants (awesome!). Now I am getting ready to adopt girls and more than ever I wanted to return to my former natural beauty, even if they are tiny and shriveled from this whole stretching experience. I don't want to send a message to my future children that they need to change themselves to be beautiful. My husband has been wonderfully supportive through the whole process. I spoke to a few different doctors in my area and decided not to go with a lift - just straight removal. So the operation was today! I was out of the clinic just 3 hours after checking in. I have not had any pain pills at all yet and I'm feeling remarkably good. My breasts look like sad little wilted flowers at the moment. Though a bit self-conscious at present, I am not feeling any regret! I will post pictures once someone gets home to take some photos for me. I will update the photos during the healing process too as well as how I am feeling because I had really wanted to see more progress shots of others as they went through the healing process. I have loved this site and everyone's stories. I wish women could come together more often like this and encourage each other to see the intrinsic beauty we each hold. Yay women! You are all so brave and wonderful for doing what feels right to you. Updated on 13 Apr 2013: April 12th (1 day post-op): I spent a good part of the day crying. I did not want to feel sad about this, they're just breasts. In the grand scheme of the world and all of the pains and injustices, my chest matters really very little. However, I felt painfully deflated through the morning. The emotions, the emptiness, reminded me a bit of the emptiness I felt immediately after giving birth. It is all just so quick, and drastic - the change from fullness to flat. I had the genius idea to go bra shopping. Note to anyone considering this post-op: DON'T! They do not make a bra that works well with the whole concave rib cage, immediately post-surgery saggy skin thing. It was so comically bad that I let out some good tears, got back on this website for a little online moral support, then started getting ideas for my dream tattoo of a large cherry tree covering a good bit of my torso. I was so happy and inspired after a short time of doing this that I was feeling a new power and joy in my decision to explant. Last night was great, spent with family and friends. My husband says I look like ME for the first time since he's met me (he has only known me with the implants in). We are able to be together now without these strange objects between us. April 13 (2 days post-op): I felt amazing all day. I have had no real pain following the procedure. I haven't had to use any pain medication. I've been taking arnica for the bruising at the surgical sites. Even those areas are not overly painful. I went on a lovely hike today. It was fabulous being able to wear a tiny sports bra and not have anything in my way as I spent the day playing with nature. I'm not getting death glares from passing women any longer (they never did like the big breasts), and men are still checking me out (much to my surprise). Today I knew I would never regret this decision! I feel like me again. Updated on 20 Apr 2013: One week in now, and my body feels great. I have residual bruising, particularly under the right arm where it was worse to begin with. I am finding clothing, both in my closet and stores, which looks great with my new, more athletic build. I have not been sad once since that first day, and I am so happy that my body is all me again. Not much change in how they look for the time being (pics posted). I'll post again in a month and then a year after so people can see how they change over time, as that is what I was most worried and curious about leading up to the procedure! :) Updated on 3 Jun 2013: The bruising has completely healed. The incisions are just scars now. Everything is looking and feeling great. I don't think my breasts will puff out all that much, but at least they are looking less concave at this point. :) I am having fun discovering new (new-old?) clothing styles that work on me now. I still don't have any regrets and would highly recommend removing old implants to anyone considering it, natural breasts feel awesome! Updated on 17 Jul 2013: I'm still loving the smaller breasts. My only gripe is that the nipples sink inward when they are not hard. It makes them look almost sad. :) Still, I no longer have to wear bras, not having nipples showing through shirts can actually be a huge plus, I don't have huge bags to get in my way and weigh me down. I couldn't be happier - I only wish I had decided to take them out sooner! You may notice that a tattoo has been added since the last photos. Don't worry, that isn't a side effect of getting implants out. ;) Updated on 29 Jul 2013: This isn't really an update, I just finally got around to digging up a photo of what my breasts looked like BEFORE any of this. I loved how my breasts looked when I was naked. I felt self-conscious in clothes because they seemed to disappear. Obviously, if I had it to do over again, I would have just kept them natural and cute. I wish women knew all of the information out there before making hasty decisions about plastic surgery. :) I love that this forum exists - it is at least a step in the right direction. Updated on 28 Aug 2013: Everything is still wonderful. I'm starting to build up more and more muscle, going to yoga, running, weights. I love being able to work out without the extra foreign bodies to work around. Friends and family all say I look great. I'm happy with everything, and I'd do it again in a heartbeat. The breast tissue is definitely recovering more and more, and filling in. Sorry for the lousy photos this month.
I am just 25 years old but I look like an old lady since my eyes always look tired and puffy. I always wear glasses to hide it but it was really frustrating. I decided to have a plastic surgery and had consultations with three plastic surgeons in Toronto. I am extremely happy that I made the right decision by choosing Dr. Togba for my Eyelid surgery. Initially it was difficult for me to look up and down after the surgery because the skin was tightened. Upon the instruction of the Doctor, I regularly practiced certain exercises for eyes and I now feel better than before. The greatest thing is that I don’t have to hide my eyes under glasses now. I look fresh and have better sight now.
I tried posting before, but I didn't do it right so here is everything a more: I had my first child at 17, and had my last little one at 25. I breastfeed all of my children for over a year and my boobs are done, sad and not very happy. I'm approaching a discovery phase and want to change not only my body but my life. My motivation is to start new and do something for myself and revive my body :) On Monday 6/25 I have my pre-op apt, I'm pretty nervous and not sure what to really expect. I've never had surgery before and I just want everything to come out okay. I was referred to Dr. Joseph Togba by a co-worker who had her BA done about 4 years ago and she looked great. It took me over a year to book the consultation, but I was very happy once I did. When I went in for my consultation it was such a warm, comforting experience. Dr. Togba knows his stuff and is very helpful and with answering any questions and covering what is super important. I'm looking to go with a 400-450, I'm pushing more for a 450 to go with the frame and curves that I already have. Overall I'm looking forward to it, kinda nervous but ready to do something amazing for myself. I work a very demanding job supporting a company and not only being a mom. I'm a little worried about returning to work and maintaining my household but I know all will be okay. I already scheduled a housekeeper to come in on Thursday and plan on grocery shopping while I can. Update: 5/26: I just has my final consultation and paid for everything. It went great. I decided to go with 450 ( a bigger size) :) Dr. T answered ALL of my questions and really gave me the time that I needed to get all of my questions and concerns out. He calmed a lot of my nerves and I got a better feel for him as a Dr. and I must say he is an amazing dr and person! He loves what he does and really cares. His staff is amazing and very open and understanding. I got my script for my meds and got more understanding on what to expect before and after. I plan on posting tons of pics and update my journey for anyone that is thinking about doing this. I also chatted with another patient of Dr. T's and she loves him as well, she had gotten a different procedure. She had nothing but amazing things to say. In my discussion with this nice lady I discovered my real reason for getting this done. I have been a mom for ALL of my adult life, I have sacrificed so much and have given and given as a mother should. I was a mom so much I lost a lot of the core of who I am and doing something for myself. I lost the desire to get dressed up, go out and be social. I lost the desire to wear make up properly and even buy anything new for me. Working and being a mother was all I had ever known. However, I'm not a typical young mother, I work my ass off and have the best well-behaved kids in the world. I wanted to set my "Super Mommy" cape on the hook for a little while and put the "Sexy Me" cape on. This procedure is something that I am doing solely for me. I love my body and love to look at it and I've always loved my breasts when I was breastfeeding and wished they would stay that way. If you are worried about what people will think about you getting a procedure done, don't! This is your life, your body. You are beautiful the way you are, but if you want to accessories then do it. This is something very special for me and I'm really looking forward to it. I've typed a ton, hope not to bore... I will update you all on Friday!!! OMG I'm super nercited! (that's being nervous and excited at the same time) ^^* Updated on 27 Jun 2012: 6/27: 2 days away and I'm so ready! Still a little in shock that I'm going for it but super excited. I've been on here everyday reading different reviews and re-reading all of my paper work. I'm so ready and can't wait to post pics!Updated on 30 Jun 2012:All done, I will try and be as descriptive as possible. I went in at 6:30a, did all the paperwork for the surgery center and got prepped by the nurses who were super nice and caring. I met with the anesthesiologist about 7:15a who did my iv. Then Dr. T came in to mark me, it was very interesting, up until I saw my dr I felt so nervous. As soon as he walked in I felt safe and a little more at ease. Once I was marked the anesthesiologist came back and gave me some awesome meds to relax. I don't even remember being in the operating room. I work up about 11:15a and didn't really feel anything. Just super tired and relaxed. I don't really remember much but the nurse I had kept asking me tons of questions which at that point I wish she didn't, but I understand she was doing her job. They called my ride and I was on my way. The ride home I was ok, I got home took some meds and passed out. I woke up every 3 hours or so. My SO mom stayed with me and I was more worried about making her feel comfortable in my home than anything. The pain I felt wasn't what I expected. Honestly to me I felt worse. I felt like I was engorgement with milk and couldn't get a feeding in. I moved around a bit then would pass out and did that for most of the day. I didn't want to be alone, I still don't. So far I've been very good and taken care of. I hopped on my phone at some point to let everyone know I was home and okay, check and responded to a few emails and chatted with my mom. I tried to watch tv but kept passing out. I took my meds to make me more comfortable and I drank water and apple juice. I peed a lot and it was a little hard to use the bathroom but I managed. I took a few peeks at my boobs and they look awesome. 1-day post- I feel pretty sore but okay. I'm expecting a call from my dr today and I'm really looking forward to hearing from him. I haven't eaten yet and my appetite is not fully there. My family and friends have been 100% supportive and so awesome! I feel great, and ready to see what they look like without the bandages.Only complaint is my surgical bra is kinda ugly...lol but all is well.Updated on 30 Jun 2012:Had a phone call w/ my dr today. He told me that I can remove the tape and shower today. He also told me to take a walk which I did but left me pretty uncomfortable after :( Thank God for the pain pills. I'm so glad I did this and looking forward to a great recovery. I can not thank the people around me enough for their support and love. Until tomorrow- Good night ^^*Updated on 1 Jul 2012:7/1- Today I feel pretty good, still a little stiff and moving kinda slow.I put on a sports bra so I could wash my medical bra. I needed help drying off and getting dressed but I feel good. I'm so happy right now and can't wait to get normal again!Updated on 2 Jul 2012:July 2nd Day 3 I feel a better still a little tight and not too sure what my limits are so I'm sort of restricting myself. I pooped for the first time early this morning.. looking forward to many more. My body is really tense mainly bc of me. I've been taking shower and my SO has been helping me when I need it. I'm actually headed to work this morning, moving slow but on my way. Honestly, I can't see the difference yet but I'm still in the medical bra and have self restricted mobility. I've been getting a little frustrated lately I think bc my SO has kinda been getting on my nerves a bit and I can't really hug my kids as much. I really miss human contact... lol cuddling, hugging and body touches... oh yea and sex.. my goodness when can I have sex..lol j/k. Over all this has been an amazing experience, I schedule my f/u apt later today soI will keep updating. If you ladies have any questions let me know :)Updated on 3 Jul 2012:July 3rd Day 4-mini update Not sure if it's in my head but I have no discomfort at all, is this normal? I've been doing the exercises like my dr requested and I've notices no irritating pain or feeling of engorgement. My sleeping patterns are still not normal but I feel great as of 1:51a lol.. let's see if that changes when I officially get up.Updated on 3 Jul 2012:6/3 @ 10:01a- I feel great this morning, I even went for a short drive. Only complaint is that I started my period today. Other thank that my new boobs and I are getting rather cozy! I can't wait to see my dr and hopefully get good news on my recovery :)Updated on 5 Jul 2012:7/5- Update Today I had my follow up appointment, everything looks good and going smooth. I have 480cc in my right and 450cc in my left. I have very little swelling which was good. My discomfort is starting to get easier to deal with and I'm sleeping more through the night. Pooping is still the challenge, I got some laxative already so I hope they work good. I love the way they look and I will post more pictures tomorrow :) Driving is better today and I had a vey good work day. Well that's a wrap :) Night all.Updated on 6 Jul 2012:7/6- 1 week w/ boobies: this morning I feel so good, no soreness nothing. I finally pooped again and hoping for many more today. I'm still pretty bloated but it's starting to get better. I'm moving a bit faster and smother, no longer like a robot :) I slept great, no need for any kind of pain meds :) As promised here are some more pics. In 2 weeks I get the tape taken off, until then I will continue to update.Updated on 6 Jul 2012:- I tried to pst pix but they keep posting upside down so I will need to post them later... headed to work :)Updated on 9 Jul 2012:7/9 Update- 1 week 3day I feel great, I can hug my babies, I can get dressed with little to no problem and I can walk and sit up straight without feeling uncomfortable. This is amazing, but boobs are awesome. My left one is softer and more giggly than my right but I think with time the right one will get with the program. I can't wait to wear a normal bra again and get the little strips off.Updated on 16 Jul 2012:July 16th 17 days :) I feel awesome, and adjusting to my nubies great. I found a comfortable sports bra that fits nice and is pretty universal with my clothing. I will start working out this week on the elliptical and looking forward to toning up the rest of my body. I go back to the dr.'s on the 23rd to get the strips off and I will post more pictures then. Honestly this experience has been amazing and very self gratifying. I love this site and all of the stories!
Both procedures that you had lead to bruising of the tear trough region. It also appears that you have some hyper-pigmentation as well. Give yourself at least another two months to allow resolution of both problems.In the meanwhile, I would suggest using (or continue to use) sun screen and be mindful of sun exposure. Good luck!
Congratulations on your weight loss! Your photo shows residual fat of the upper arm and a fair amount of extra skin. Liposuction will decrease the volume of fat and improve the shape of the arm but will not take away the excess skin. You will need an arm lift (brachioplasty) to remove the excess skin and optimize your results. These procedures are done simultaneously. Good luck.
It is very unlikely that you have a keloid of the inner aspect of the lower lid after surgery in this region. The photo provided is not clear. I would suggest that you see your surgeon to be evaluated.
If one breast is becoming hard 14 years after bilateral augmentation, I would suggest repalacing both implants. A Plastic Surgeon in your area should be able to advise you of your options for replacement. Good luck.
It is highly unlikely that the one exposed permanent suture is holding the septum in its new location so removal should have no effect on the final outcome. Not removing the suture may result in an infection of the septum so please have the suture removed.
