After having two children I was left with a protruding stomach and sagging skin. I tried exercising and dieting thinking that this would help flatten my stomach. Doing this did help a little but the bulge was still somewhat noticable. I was tired of being asked if I was expecting. I would buy cute clothes, but they never looked right when I wore them. After three years of reading realself stories and reviews I decided that I was ready for a change. I searched online for doctors local and out of town. I came across The Plastic Surgery Group online. I read the doctors profiles and looked at all of the galleries and was very impressed. I knew that I had found the right doctor when I met the staff and of course Dr. Brzezienski at my first consultation. Dr. Brzezienski explained the abdominoplasty procedure thoroughly. He was very professional and answered all of my questions. Him and his staff was helpful from the beginning to the very end. The facility is also beautiful and clean.
I have wanted to get a breast lift and implants for a long time; they were saggy and lacked fullness due to weight fluctuations. With my surgeon I chose Sientra implants under the muscle along with a mastoplexy that brought me from a droopy 36c to a full 36D cup. The healing process went much more smoothly than I thought it would, and I am happy with my results.
Dr. B and his staff were very caring and attentive. He listened to all of my concerns although, I was concerned they would come across as insignificant to him. He was extremely thorough and he explained the procedure to me putting all my concerns at ease. After the first visit I was confident that I chose the right surgeon for my procedure.
I have never been able to breathe out of my nose...ever! I have absolutely detested being a "mouth breather" not to mention the problems that accompany it. I have also never ever liked my nose. I repeatedly complained to my parents throughout my childhood about not being able to adequately breathe through my nose only to be drug to various ENT's who would suggest a septoplasty along with loading me up on nasal sprays and allergy medications that never worked. So after years of this nonsense plus being extremely self-conscious of my large and unattractive nose, I went for my first consultation in June. The surgeon sent me to have a CT scan to rule out sinus surgery since I sound like I have a bad cold 24/7. The ball was in motion! So I finally set a date for rhinoplasty, collapsed septum repair, and turbinectomy. Hopefully I will be able to breathe and finally have a pretty nose! I feel like my nose is not proportionate to my face or body. I'm 5'7 and 116 lbs. My nose belongs on a 300 lb. man not me! Being a few weeks out, I'm so very nervous and feel unprepared. I have 3 children (7, 4, 2) so I'm always busy! But I feel the time has come for me to quit suffering from breathing issues and an ugly nose! I'm not one to post pictures and document things like this however I've had such help from viewing other pictures and reviews on here; I want to hopefully assist someone else hoping to undergo the same procedure. I go for my final apt. before my surgery next week so maybe that will calm my nerves. I'm a very anxious person anyways so I need some calm before this storm! Updated on 28 Oct 2014: I've grown increasingly anxious about my surgery I guess since I'm 10 days away! In fact, I've been experiencing difficulty sleeping and just an overall uneasy feeling. After meeting with my doctor today, I feel much better. I wanted to make absolutely positive that we were on the same page regarding the cosmetic portion. And yes we are! Whew! I also feel less anxious about the anesthesia part. I just recently became paranoid about not waking up, lung collapse, allergic reaction, etc. In a nut shell...I should never be googling "complications during rhinoplasty!" I guess it's somewhat normal to be anxious before an elected surgery but I'm hoping I will become more calm as my surgery date approaches. If anyone has any pre surgery anxiety tips, I would love to hear them!!! Updated on 31 Oct 2014: So this time next week, I will have a new nose! I'm excited but nervous! They still have not told me whether or not I need lab work before my surgery (which makes me even more apprehensive.) Has anyone had the same procedure where they waited to do lab work until the last minute? Also, I have read to stop drinking alcohol but the nurse acted like it was no big deal unless it's the night before. I'm confused because I read so much on the Internet to stop drinking, start a low sodium diet, etc. So what precautions must I really take? Any advice is well appreciated !!!! Updated on 5 Nov 2014: I am such a complete ball of nerves! I cannot believe my surgery date is almost here. I'm starting to be apprehensive about how my nose is going to look. I want to have realistic expectations but at the same time I want a pretty nose! I hope for a noticeable change. I am not the one that's going to be offended if someone guesses I have had a nose job, just as long as my nose looks good! It's scary to think my entire face (since the nose is a focal point) depends on my doctor's hands! I just know as OCD as I am, I might be worried after my surgery whether my nose truly looks a world better or not. So I'm posting some more bad pictures to compare. Updated on 7 Nov 2014: I'm so scared and cold. Got my IV started. Any prayers are appreciated Updated on 7 Nov 2014: So I am home and in bad pain. Word to the wise: if you can handle rhinoplasty and breathing surgery then you can go through giving birth one million times ladies! I'm hoping the pain will subside. It feels like I've been hit in the head with a 2 x 4 like 2,000 times. Thank you for all your support and prayers! Updated on 8 Nov 2014: I have been taking my pain medication regularly every 5 hours which has helped tremendously. Word to the wise: Stay Ahead of Your Pain! I had to sleep upright in a chair which was different so sleeping came in small spurts. My bleeding has subsided just a bit so I'm changing my gauze less often. Bruising is evident today and my swelling has increased. I do not go back to my doctor until Monday so my drainage tubes will be removed at that time. I'm very glad the surgery is over and am hoping for a speedy recovery. My biggest complaint was the nurse at Erlanger Hospital in recovery. I woke up with ice in a latex glove over my face in the most pain I have ever experienced. I tried to lift off the ice being that it was against my bare skin and the recovery nurse just shoved it back on my face and said "you have to leave this on or you will look like a chipmunk!" I apologized and said I was in so much pain. She said "Well this was an elective surgery so you just need to deal with the pain." It's bad enough to be in pain then to have an uncompassionate nurse only makes matters worse! I've learned not to eat things I have to chew because it moves your nose. But definetly eat! Even if I'm not hungry, I eat a little something which has helped me take my medications without nausea. I'm excited knowing I will hopefully be able to breathe for the first time in my life and have a pretty nose! And I do think I'm in a lot of pain because of the internal medical part of the surgery. Maybe the cartledge grafts? Does anyone know if I can clean the blood around the bottom of my nose yet? Updated on 8 Nov 2014: Updated on 9 Nov 2014: Every hour that goes by, I just think...the hardest part is over and each day is one day closer to complete recovery! I have made absolutely sure I stay ahead of my pain by taking my pain medication every 5 hours, any longer and I'm in severe pain. I keep a small notebook on hand where I write down every time I take any medicine because it's very easy to forget when you took your last dosage. And the antibiotics are very important to remember to keep in your system. My front teeth hurt and I keep a dull headache but it's tollerable. I noticed a huge common complaint among patients was not being able to breathe through your nose at all and extreme dry mouth. This is actually not very bothersome to me because prior to surgery I was unable to breathe through my nose. My mouth is slightly dryer when I wake up but I think my medications are a contributing factor as well. I have maintained a healthy appetite and managed to escape nausea. I have always been one to believe that eating a little will prevent nausea and so far that theory has worked. I really like these puréed fruit and veggie pouches found in the baby section at Target. They come in plenty of good varieties. I also like Greek yogurt and cottage cheese. The hardest thing for me is staying calm because I have three young children who are constantly being loud and destructive. It's driving me crazy to have to watch them and my husband destroy my house that I worked so hard to clean and organize before my surgery. Ughhhhh! Updated on 9 Nov 2014: So my nose is really swollen which is expected but I can't help but worry. It just looks huge from the front!!!! Is this much swelling normal? I can already tell that my profile is better but oh gosh the front!!!! I'm trying to eat low sodium and apply ice packs. Anything else I should be doing to reduce swelling or is this completely normal? Updated on 10 Nov 2014: Today I had my packing and drainage tubes removed! And guess what???? I can breathe! I seriously can breathe through my nose for the very first time. I am thrilled! When I got back into my car, I looked at my husband and said "Ugh! My car smells!" He laughed and promised to clean it! As for the removal of the packing and tubing, it was not painful at all. I was expecting the very worst but it was over so quickly! I will get my cast and my stitches removed on Friday. It feels so much better to have all of the packing out but I still feel lots of pressure in my nose and especially in my front teeth. I can't tell too much about my appearance yet due to all the swelling. My nose does look better but that frontal view is sooooo swollen. I'm still excited to see the progress and to know of the progress yet to come thanks to other reviews! Thank you to all of you who have shared your journeys and given me realistic expectations! Updated on 11 Nov 2014: I can honestly say I feel much better today. I can finally get around by myself because I'm much more steady on my feet. My swelling and bruising are decreasing and I cut my pain medication to half a tablet. I also got some much needed sleep today after I decided to reclaim my bed. I have been waking up every hour at least in the chair which has taken it's toll on me. So early this morning, I woke my husband up and climed in my bed armed with a wedge and several pillows. And I slept! I must say it was much needed! ( My husband is in a spare bedroom because he throws elbows in his sleep and kicks. I cannot take a chance on him hitting my nose !!!) I also was told by my doctor's nurse that I can take a real bath just as long as I do not get my cast wet so once all my little ones are in bed tonight, I'm going to enjoy my bath! Yay! Thank you to everyone who reassured me not to worry so much over the swelling. This is a process and I just need to remind myself that the final result, cosmetically, is a ways away. Updated on 12 Nov 2014: So each day I feel better and better. Looking back, the only really bad days were the day of my surgery and the next day. And I truly think my pain was mainly due to the medical parts of my surgery. My doctor even said the cosmetic portion was so easy. I hardly have any pain now, just a lot of pressure. My biggest complaint is not being able to wash my hair!!! Ughhh! At first my lips were tight and stiff, now they look more normal and I have regained most of the feeling in them. My nose is stuffy so I'm really hoping that clears up and I can breathe again! I could breathe for like one day so I want that back!!! I'm still swollen and I still look like a chipmunk that has been in a fight. I'm less worried about my tip right now as I see in most all reviews that the tip is always swollen at first. I get my cast off Friday so I hope I will like my results. I am going to ask about taping. My doctor hasn't mentioned it but I have seen quite a lot of people do it. Any opinions and advice on taping is appreciated! Updated on 13 Nov 2014: I feel better about my nose each day as the swelling slowly decreases. My cast is starting to lift off the right side of my nose where the swelling is subsiding. I have read your nose will appear bigger in photographs for a while and I truly believe it as I already think mine does. I managed to go to Target with my husband today, cast and all. I got a few stares and a child who loudly asked his mother what was on my face. We stayed about an hour and now I'm exhausted! I get my cast off tomorrow so I'm nervous and excited! This week has flown by!!! Updated on 14 Nov 2014: I woke up bright and early to take a shower, wash my hair (yay!) and let the warm moist water run into my cast as my doctor intstructed to do. Dr. B took my external stitches out and lifted off my cast. I was ecstatic when he put me in front of the mirror, even more ecstatic when I used the hand mirror to catch the side view. I was so happy I could have squeezed Dr. B! My husband was amazed at how proportionate my new nose was. All through breakfast and while running a few errands, I was on cloud nine, constantly looking at myself in my mirror. Then (don don don! ) I arrived home to notice swelling had set in. And by swelling I mean horrible distorting swelling. I thought maybe laying down , head elevated, might would help. I napped for a long time and well the swelling is still here. I even called my doctor about it. The nurse laughed kindly and told me that the swelling was normal and just a part of healing. I'm also very very congested which is to be expected as well. Dr. B told me I was still very swollen today which went in one ear and out the other because I was so excited about my nose, pre-swelling time. I just wish I would have taken pictures right then! So excuse my swelling in my pictures :) And by the way, removing the stitches was not painfull at all, neither was the cast removal. Just be prepared for lots of whiteheads on the nose! I'm still going to stay positive and just wait on this nasty swelling to go bye bye! My doctor said no to taping. If anyone has any ideas to remedy my swelling I'm all ears! Updated on 14 Nov 2014: Updated on 15 Nov 2014: So I was tucking my 2 year old into bed tonight and leaned down to give her a goodnight kiss. I bumped my tip, barely. She was laying completely still so it's not like she added force, but I did feel it. No pain but now I'm freaking out a bit! There is no bump, dent, or mark. Should I be worried? Updated on 22 Nov 2014: So I have been waiting to see my new nose become more refined and to shake some of this swelling however, I am quite unhappy at the moment. I had so hoped to see major change after my surgery but only see very subtle ones. I saw my surgeon 3 days ago and he told me that I had to be patient as the swelling will slowly subside and my nose will become more refined with time. However I feel a bit down when I look at some other rhinoplasties at the 2 week period. So many people look totally different with their new noses. I feel like mine doesn't look that different. I'm trying to be patient and positive but my anxiousness is getting the best of me. So is 2 weeks post op too soon to judge my nose? If so then why do others at 2 week post op look so different ? I notice a difference in my profile but not so much from the front yet. My tip looks better but still is really big. My rhinoplasty was an open procedure with septoplasty, collapsed septum repair with grafts, and a turbinectomy so I know there's a lot of swelling in there. I just so hoped for a big change in my nose. I didn't care if people noticed that I had a rhinoplasty as long as I had a pretty nose on my face. Updated on 22 Nov 2014: Updated on 23 Nov 2014: I am 2 weeks post op septoplasty , turbinectomy, collapsed septum, grafts, and rhinoplasty. My nose is full of crusty blood that is quite bothersome. I foolishly pulled some dried blood out of my nose and saw a tiny black stitch. I didn't feel pain just tingling which I feel off and on anyways. Has anyone ever accidentally pulled a stitch out? Do you think it would cause any damage? Updated on 28 Nov 2014: I am 3 weeks post op and still trying to be patient with my results. My nose doesn't look too bad in the mirror but when I snap a photo with my phone, my nose looks awful and big! I absolutely hate being in photographs now! I'm still sleeping with my head elevated and abstaining from sodium and alcholol,ughhh I'm ready to be happy with my nose! I know patience is the key however having that patience is easier said than done! I see my surgeon on Thursday so hopefully he can give me some answers as to how much smaller my nose will get. I just thought by now I would be happier with my nose. Maybe my expectations where set too high but I wish I my surgeon would have told me if so. Like so many people, I waited forever to have this surgery so at this point, I'm extremely dissappointed with my results as I feel my nose does not look different enough. Updated on 19 Dec 2014: Well it's been 6 weeks since my surgery and I'm not feeling too great about my results. I know there's still swelling but I'm feeling very discouraged at this point. I just don't see the changes I desired and expressed to my surgeon. I think that my tip has dropped too much and looks bulbous and boxy. I stressed over and over to my doctor that I wanted a noticeable big change. He showed me before and after photos and asked me what my thoughts were. I told him that some patients showed noticeably different results while others showed very subtle results and that if I was going to go through surgery, I wanted big noticeably different results. I saw him 4 different times after my initial consultation because I wanted to make sure he understood my desired outcome. So with that being said, I'm just a bit frustrated to think I may have gone through all of this time and money for such tiny subtle improvements. My breathing is slowly improving so in that sense I feel encouraged. But I wanted a pretty nose as well! I see my surgeon in 3 weeks so I plan on asking him what further improvements I can expect. Until then I am going to hope that I start to see a lot more change. Updated on 22 Dec 2014: I had to post this update because all the sudden, I've had a great amount of swelling to go down. I've been so concerned about my results lately so I'm very thrilled! I know that my nose will swell again but now I at least know that my end results should be ok. So if any of you are feeling down, try to be patient because it will get better. Updated on 22 Dec 2014: Updated on 14 Jan 2015: I have tried my very best to be patient during my recovery but I suppose I'm not a patient person. I know that swelling is a big issue right now but sometimes it's so hard to see past it. I see improvements but just not to the degree that I had hoped for. I was scheduled to see my surgeon tomorrow but the office called me to reschedule for next week. I am planning on asking my surgeon very specific questions and hopefully I will get some positive answers. I have been so wishy-washy about my nose. One minute I start to really like it and then the next I absolutely hate it! I have realized that I wanted what most people refer to as an "overly done nose." I guess that's what I was fully expecting to get. I appreciate the natural looking rhinoplasties but only on other people. I think I needed a more sculpted, defined, upturned, pointy nose. Physically I am feeling great about being back to my normal routine and not being as nervous about my nose being hit or injured. For a while I was extremely paranoid. Even the thought of an airbag popping out gave me anxiety lol! I'm back to my gym routine 4 days a week and I haven't noticed any excessive swelling. I still sleep elevated because this really helps with my congestion. As far as my diet goes, I am eating normally as I did not see much fluctuation when focusing on sodium. Alcholol makes me swell instantly so I'm keeping that to a minimum. I do have random increases of swelling that do not seem to be attributed to any food or activity. I used to panic during these times but don't any longer as I've learned that my nose always goes back down. My breathing is still pretty bad. I'm still a mouth breather!!! I have heard that it can take about 4 months to really experience better breathing so I'm still hopefull. Updated on 10 Feb 2015: I made it to the 3 month post op point and I am extremely disappointed with my results. I am still a mouth breather and I am very unsatisfied with the asthetics of my nose. My surgeon was indeed too conservative. I made it abundantly clear to the surgeon that I wanted a big noticeable change. I desired a more feminine refined nose. I disliked my profile and especially my tip. My nose is still boxy and wide. It is the exact same width when I smile as it was before. This was a very big concern of mine pre op. I would refrain from judging my results this soon however I saw my surgeon just a few weeks ago and he said not to expect any more change. I told him my concerns and dislikes and he dismissed them. When I read other reviews with similar concerns, surgeons still seem to be encouraging and even assure patients that they will make adjustments if needed. My surgeon did not do any of this. I am sickened about the money I wasted and worried about what to do if my surgeon is unwilling to make any adjustments. My next followup apointment is in May. I would greatly appreciate any advice as to how to handle this. I know I can't force my surgeon to do anything but I do not want my money to be wasted and still have a nose that I'm unhappy with. Updated on 17 Feb 2015: All of the sudden, I've noticed a hard bump on the right side of my upper tip. I know swelling can make things appear uneven however this bump feels hard like cartilage. I'm pretty worried because I can see and feel this. Would swelling feel hard? Please let me know if any of you have experienced anything similar. Thanks! :) Updated on 2 Apr 2015: I have to say I'm happy with my results....finally! I can breathe better and I'm happy with the way my nose is looking. I still have swelling that goes and comes but for the most part, my nose is looking better. I still have some numbness in my tip and still am very gentle with my nose when washing my face. I really like being able to breathe better but of course allergy season has arrived so I'm stuffy most days :( It's honestly taken 5 months to like my nose. I really was afraid that a revision was in my future. This healing process has been a slow go but thankfully one with a good result. Looking back, I think the paralysis of analysis was what kept me feeling discouraged. I constantly looked in the mirror and drove myself crazy. When life threw some more pressing issues at me, I kind of stopped looking at my nose. I was forced to put my nose on the back burner and you know what? I'm happy with it! I know it's hard not to feel down if your results aren't quite "good" yet but hang in there! Updated on 8 May 2015: I can't believe 6 months has already passed! Time seemed to progress in slow motion shortly after my surgery but wow now it's flying! I'm very happy with my results. I think my nose looks as if I was born with it. I must admit I was very skeptical early post op and didn't even like my nose until 5 months post op. I'm finally seeing how unrealistic I was about the entire process. I expected to come out of surgery and immediately see and love my results. This is usually never the case especially if you had an open rhinoplasty with medical issues. I also thought one just walked into a surgeon's office and provided a picture of a nose and bam, that's what you got! Obviously I now realize how absolutely ridiculous this sounds! I understand how a good rhinoplasty should look natural and balance one's facial features without distracting from what makes a face beautifully unique. I'm now thankful that my surgeon didn't listen completely to me and give me a nose that just would not look right on me. He is a hand surgeon as well and very particular. My breathing has greatly improved but my allergies are in overdrive at the moment. I love no longer being a mouth breather!!!! I would totally do it all over again in a heartbeat. Updated on 28 Dec 2015: Wow I cannot believe it's been a year since my surgery. I'm happy with my nose. I love no longer being a mouth breather and I am enjoying having an improved sense of smell and taste. I swear my nose is still subtly changing. I used to read reviews about people saying the exact same thing and thought yeah right but now I'm a believer. In the beginning I saw such little change. If you're not happy with your results and arw in the beginning stages, like even 6 months post op, hang in there because changes still occur!
It was definitely worth it for me. I never thought I would do breast implants but after my second child and the second time breast feeding I had saggy breasts and was so upset with my body. It has only been 2 weeks and my whole self image has changed. I really am not a self absorbed person at all but to be able to wear clothes and not worry about a special bra or what my breasts may look like is so wonderful.. I haven't worn a bathing suit yet but that will be awesome b/c i haven't felt comfortable in one of those in a few years.
Surgery went well and he’s good . The problem I have it with his staff, particularly his Secretary Teresa at the downtown office . She was rude and lacked basic customer service skills and delayed paperwork I needed for my job for over a week or more. When I called to try to get answers she told me to stop calling them and had several excuses as to why they were behind and why it was not done when the Dr. told me it would be done in no time. All I wanted was a estimated time frame and she gave me attitude and no answers , very unacceptable.
I had awake lipo on stomach, thighs, then the fat transferred to my butt. Unfortunately, I guess I needed more fat. I wish the doctor would have told me before hand. Wasted $7000. Now I have tiny scars all over and my butt is the same. My small amount t of fat is still there. Just not worth the pain and money.
It's shocking to see all these wonderful reviews because my experience was terrible. I always felt as if I was wasting his time. I drove 2.5 hours for and appointment and he was in the room for under 3 min. I have now had 3 surgeries to correct the 1st one. What was meant to be a 4 week recovery has turned into 18 weeks
bruising,discolorationtxt. for puffiness under eyesTwo yrs. ago I had injections under my eyes. I still have dark brown spots from the filler. I have tried laser,IPL, bleach and retin a with only about 50% improvement.any suggestions? Please.
I am hoping that this surgery will turn out better than my first. It's been almost 2 yrs since the first BA. My right implant never dropped Into pocket and I couldn't get revision be we had a surprise (BaBy). Didn't plan on her. Lol but she's amazing. Now after milk coming in and breast feeding it made matters worse. it stinks be I had small boobs before now there very unattractive. Can't win for loosing. :) but I'm going in 2 was to get bigger more beautiful boobs. I currently have 300 cc saline overfilled to 325cc; was 34 b and bumped up to 34 full c small d. I'm going 500cc this time. 8) can't wait. I have an amazing g plastics surgeon. Updated on 26 Jun 2015: Haven't updated in a while but everything's great. I have been healing wonderfully. My scars are looking amazing already. I am totally surprised Bc I've seen other lift scars after surgery and mine look amazing compared to others. So happy. Updated on 26 Jun 2015: Loving my 500 cc hp silicone Updated on 26 Jun 2015: Still feeling great and totally satisfied. I do have some tenderness .... I am a hair dresser so I move a whole lot more in my upper body. I take an aleve every once in a while. Just so I can relax a lil to sleep. But nothing intolerable. Scars still look great. Updated on 2 Jul 2015: I went today for my 3 wk check up and everything is great. I do have some splitting at my "T" junction. But it's nothing to worry about. I clean it a few times a day w alcohol and keep a non-stick bandage taped to it. No pain at all. I also sleep with no bra and keep it uncovered at night to air out! Thank goodness I went to school for medical assisting; it's really came in handy. Although I'm a hair dresser now. Lol I also bought BioCorneum to use on my scars. Will start using ASAP! Updated on 10 Jul 2015: Everything has gone smoothly. Every now and then I have some soreness but I assume it's from muscles loosing and implants settling. It's not anything unbearable. T junction slit is looking much better. I have been using biocorneum for a week. No extreme result using it yet. But it's recommended to use for 3 -6 months in new scars. :)
Peri-areolar lift, in my practice is used to treat tubular type breasts or breasts with relatively minor ptosis. The risk of areolar spread in these patients can be countered with a Gortex cogwheel closure. I would not offer this method for the photo presented. We are always cognizant of the patient's desire to limit scars, but we must balance this with a plan that can produce a realistic result. To idealize the aesthetics of these breasts, the areola should be repositioned in a more superior position, and the weight of the inferior breast decreased. To that end, I would plan a superior pedicled-type mastopexy, vertical and short horizontal scar.
I would be concerned that simply changing the devise style may not provide the change you desire. Remember that the differences in projection size for size are measure in millimeters. I would ask you to consider another option...fat grafting. With a supplemental fat graft, volume can be added directly to the area of concern without manipulating the implant and risking infection. At least three months should pass before you consider any revisional work.
I am not familiar with the "outer thigh lift". Most thigh reduction procedures feature an excision of skin and fat from the inner thigh. Inherent risks of this surgery include fluid collections, wound healing problems, and blood clots. I try to stay away from the nodal bed on the groin to avoid fluid collections. I suppose that the key theme in thigh reduction into decrease the circumference of the thigh. Although the soft tissue of the lateral thigh can be excised, it is typically more adherent to the underlying structures. I would imagine that it is fair to say that lateral thigh excisions have not gained great popularity.
"Sustained result" is the "holy grail" of breast lift. Truth be known...there is no surgical intervention for breast lift that produces an unfailing result over time. Gravity and time, simply cannot be overcome. There is also no "scarless" method of breast lift. I suggest that you find a board-certified plastic surgeon with aesthetic breast experience who is going to give you an honest education regarding surgical breast lift and how it applies to your specific situation. Be sure to discuss your expectations with the Surgeon. There is nothing worse than when a patient is disappointed by a result because they had un-achievable expectations.
At three weeks out, it's hard to say. What I am looking for at this point is normal healing. That is...no redness, fluid collections, or wound issues. Even fourth generation silicone implants can have a ripple. Palpation of the implant is more dependent on the quality of the breast soft tissue envelope then the devise. The thinner the breast envelope and the larger the implant...the more it is palpable and visible. Many remedies have been offered for thin breast envelopes. These range from 5th generation form stable implants to fat grafts and biologic inlays (cadaveric or porcine grafts). None of these should be even considered before three months have passed since the primary surgery.
