I flew home from Japan to have Dr Cummings do my breast augmentation. He made me feel at ease and released. I'm moving back home only to find out he retired. So sad to know he's not practicing anymore
I have always had very small breasts-- flat chested!! I was a 30A and had to buy bras in the girls section at target for the longest time! I had my since almost 4 months ago and when the milk came in I finally had BOOBS!! But they disappeared overnight when I stopped bf. I had thought about a breast implant surgery since high school and my husband said he supported me either way if I chose to get implants or stay. Well!! I did my research and decided to have a consultation (one week prior to the surgery date! He gets you in as soon as he can bc hey! Who wants to wait months to get new boobies!!) with DR. RICHARD CUMMINGS of Cummings Plastic in Kinston, NC. He is an amazing man with a great personality and his staff is ALL top notch! Everyone there makes you feel relaxed and not pressured at all. He has 32 years experience and has done over 8000 procedures!!! People come from all over the world to have him perform their surgery. It takes less than an hour and the worst part is waking up from aurgey because you're coming off the meds from the anesthesia and can't take your pain pills till you're awake lol. My nurse gave me 1 1/2 pills of tramadol ... Works like a charm!! The nurse applied (and kept reapplying fresh warm towels) warm wet towels to my breasts and then a warm blanket over top because you are COLD afterwards!! Dr. Cummings does a rapid recovery program where you shower immediately when you get home and work your shoulders. It's a muscle ache and like all muscle aches you have to relieve the tension through stretching and heat. With this recovery method I was out to dinner the night of my aurgey (930 am surgery ) A staff member called me the evening of my surgery to check up on me and they are going to call again today to make sure all is going well! My follow up appt is next Thursday! -->I got 300 cc Sientra gummy bear implants smooth round.
I had my augmentation done 7 months ago and I absolutely LOVE my results. Dr. Cummings chose the perfect size for my body. I told him I wanted to be a full D and that's exactly what I got! I was a 34B before, and now I am a 34DDD. This was a life changing decision. I feel comfortable with my body now, I am no longer self conscious being naked in front of my husband! This was the best thing I've ever done for myself. Dr. Cummings specializes in BA. He uses a very high quality silicone gel implant (gummy bear implant) by Sientra. There is absolutely no rippling with these implants, and they look and feel very natural. I have 510cc in each breast, under the muscle. Updated on 9 Aug 2014:
I was motivated to go through with this procedure because of how much my breast changed after each child and i only breast fed for a month or two each.I was very unhappy with the sag and the expansion of the areola.It did take me a while to decide between just a lift or with implant. I did alot of research and finally decided it wasent for me, ive always been small and felt odd about adding somthing artifical in my body that i will always be aware of and replace down the line ,or need a mri every year for silicon or deal with the extra complications becuase the fact is ,its not natural.So i got the BL done lollipop incision and im 5 days post op ,it did hurt more then expected but everybody is different , they are still very swollen but it has gone down some Updated on 13 Jan 2014: Updated on 13 Jan 2014: Updated on 13 Jan 2014: Updated on 29 Jan 2014: So far so good,left breast swelling went down a bit, it is naturally bigger than right so its hard to tell if its still swollen or its just me .Very itchy from the healing process cant wait to get the tapes removed ,its happening soon : ) Updated on 5 Feb 2014: I finally got the tapes removed I am now in week 5, I feel good still a bit swollen , healing takes time guys, but us females can always get impatient, but overall I am loving my healing progress and results!! I started using scar guard it's really good in just one day I see a difference it helps your scar heal better and faster , the smell is pretty strong , it doesn't stay tho which is good, just a Lil warning :) Updated on 5 Feb 2014: Updated on 14 Apr 2014: Updated on 14 Apr 2014:
My husband and I started talking about getting some boobies after nursing my last child. I'm so nervous and excited at the same time. Right now I'm a 34A right now and I'm hoping to go to a large D. I haven't picked out the specifies but I know that they are going to be round sientra silicone. Do the doctors have the implants on site? I'm driving 4 hours and have my consultation the day before. I've read about doctors pushing other sizes on patients because they don't have the certain size the patient wants. Or the patient wakes up with a completely different size. Anyway I think that I have every fear known to man. Is this normal? Lol Updated on 17 Nov 2013: Updated on 17 Nov 2013: My poor deflated boobies! Lol Updated on 21 Nov 2013: So we just left for our 4 1/2 hour trip to Dr. Cummings office for my consultation! I'm so excited! I'm having some doubts about what size I would like to be. Not sure I want to go so big..... Updated on 22 Nov 2013: I had my surgery this morning! How do I say ouch! I haven't taken anything but aleve so far but I'm considering a pain pill so I can sleep. So the process was different than what I thought. He put an extender in first to create a pocket and then picked out the size implant that fit in the pocket. I thought that you picked it the size and he just pushed it in the incision. Lol I'm super happy with my results so far. The picture doesn't do the girls justice! I received sientra 410cc mp implants. Updated on 24 Nov 2013: I love my new boobs! However. ... the pain is horrible and there's a strip down my lip that is still completely numb. :( the pain is a lot less than what it was at first. I can't wait for the pain to go away! Updated on 26 Nov 2013: So I'm not sure what's going on but I feel like I have the flu! But only from the waste up. I have constant cold sweats, my head is killing me, all I want to do is sleep and I feel like I'm slipping into a slight depression. I called my ps and they said it's unlikely it's from the implants so in going to my family doctor today. wish me luck. Updated on 10 Jan 2014: So I'm not add happy as I once was :( When I first had my ba done my left breast settled so much faster and looked a lot better. However the incision was all lumpy and weird looking. Now after six weeks my left breast is hard and is constantly in pain and feels like big rock. My right one is prefect! No pain, super squishy and it feels like a part of me. My PS doesn't seem to think there's a problem so I guess I shouldn't but I can't help but think that is never getting better :( Updated on 10 Jan 2014: My left one is more narrow Updated on 29 Mar 2014: Let me just day my left breast has opposed me from the start! I'm so tired of this and very close to regretting getting these in the first place. I noticed my CC pretty soon after getting my implants. Finally I got an appointment with my doctor after my implant was squeezed so hard by the scar tissue that it tried to break out of the incision. So the doc went in and scraped the scar tissue out and sewed me back up. I have since had a drainage tube in for almost 2 weeks. I go Tuesday to hopefully get it out. However, I found a protrusion in my right breast that feels like a knuckle is pushing out of my skin. So now I'm freaking out about that. I'm trying to stay positive but this has been a rough ride. Here are some pics of my implant trying to break free!
Today I am 4 days post surgery. I was always an anti plastic surgery person. I am glad I had it done, I'm just impatient with results. I can tell a different but not as much as I had anticipated. Will keep up with results and pics. I have reservations about the swelling and lumps. I ware my garment ritually! I walk as much as possible an still try to watch what I eat. Although I love to eat so that is a struggle. Anyone with reasuring words are more then welcome.
Like many other reviewers, I've wanted implants for as long as I can remember. I've never had an issue keeping fit and in shape, at 5'5, 115 lbs, and have maintained my weight even after two pregnancies. But no matter how much I work out, I am still unhappy with my barely-there, 34A breasts. While they are symmetrical and not misshapen, which I am thankful for, they just were not feminine looking. This year, my husband and I really started talking about it as we knew we were done having babies. I reviwed Dr's, called and got some prices, and decided that I wanted submuscular gummy bear implants. I put it off for a while because life got busy, but this spring really decided I wanted to go for it. I was tired of wearing a bikini and being so self-conscious around friends who had boobs. My husband is amazing and always told me that he liked what I had, but while breast-feeding when my boobs were closer to a C cup, he definitely gave them more attention then he had in the past. And my confidence was amazing. After breast-feeding, my breasts just looked deflated and even smaller. Even the Victoria's Secret Bombshell couldn't give me cleavage :( I scheduled consultations with 3 different plastic surgeons, and ended up going with the one that was actually closest, with the most experience. His before/after pictures were amazing, and had the look I was going for, and his price point was also a little easier to swallow. However, I would have paid extra if that's what it took, but I felt confident with Dr. Cummings. He also was able to get me in quickly because he does surgeries every morning instead of just one day a week, and since we are moving in 2 months, that worked out best for us. I'm a major last-minute gal, in pretty much every area of my life and my boobs were no different. Don't get me wrong, I researched my heart out and feel very good about my choice, but I'm glad that I was able to get it done without waiting 6 months like other surgeons expected because this just worked best with my time frame. I knew I wanted something modest as I am a petite-framed girl with very little breast. We are moving back to our home state this summer after 8 years moving around with the military and I did not want my boobs to be the first thing people noticed, but also knew that after not seeing us often over 8years, people would not notice if they were modest. I know it sounds silly to care what people think, but... I do. I just want to be happy and not have to deal with snide, closed-minded remarks. At my consultation I showed my Dr. pictures, and told him I wanted a medium C, and he explained that that was good because that was as big as I could go for my frame anyway and he aimed to keep things natural looking. He told me he would place sizers in and see how big he could go before my muscles spasm'ed, and get as close to my goal size as he could. I decided on the sientra round gummy bear implant after feeling it and seeing how little it rippled even when trying. It's also the most cohesive while still feeling so soft and natural. Before surgery I felt mostly excitement, and was so excited to buy new shirts that would look feminine on me, and also for the fact that I would not have to wear a bra for 6 months, or forever if I chose. My dr. does a rapid-recovery method which means absolutely no bras or compression garments during recovery period, no massages, only showers and rolling shoulder exercises to keep muscles relaxed. The only nervousness I had was for the general anesthesia. I had never been under before and it terrified me a little. What if something bad happened all over something as "petty" as breasts. But, I have a "you only live once" philosophy, and unlike a lot of people I know, when I decide I want something, I don't just talk about it, I DO it! :) Fast-forward to post-op. I woke up from the surgery very much out of it, and I remember looking down my shirt to see my boobs and asking my husband if they looked good, to which he said they looked awesome. They were 320cc silicone and they were PERFECT. I'm at 5 days PO now and they have softened and started dropping already. I'm so looking forward to what they look like. My dr prescribed me naproxen, vicodin, and zofran (nausea med) because i have gotten sick from meds in the past. So far I haven't touched the vicodin, and have only used the zofran the first day. The naproxen helps with tightness and achey pain, but as far as pain aside from the achey muscle pains, I've have very little. The only pain I feel is when I actually have to use my pec muscle, and the itcheyness where incisions are starting to heal. I've been putting bio oil on them starting day 1. Sleeping hasn't been a problem at all, I'm just sleeping propped up, and I'm using a heating pad often for my back as that's really the most painful part of the whole thing. My mom stayed with me for the first 3 days after the surgery so my husband wouldn't have to take off work, and then he was home with me this weekend. Today's my first full day alone and I'm feeling great. I am still taking care not to move my arms above my head or lift too heavy of items, but otherwise I feel like I'm about 50%, which surprised me because I had read it took others 3 weeks to get to 50%. My PS told me that when I started feeling "tight" to hop in the shower, and it has worked so well. The rapid recovery method has been amazing, and my breasts already look so good at 5 days post op, and I wouldn't have it any other way because being confined or limited is not my cup of tea. Also, when I asked my PS when my breasts should start to look good after surgery, he told me day 1 if done correctly. Of course you will have dropping and swelling changes, but aside from that.. they look so good already. My dominant side's muscle is giving me more of a pain as far as not relaxing, but I'm sure that's because it is stronger and used more often. It's not noticeable to anyone other than me. I have had some mild constipation and gas pains. Be prepared for your stomach to bloat up and be uncomfortable for the first several days. Miralax helps! Things I stocked up on before procedure: Arnica cream (bought at rite-aid) Arnica tablets (bought at GNC) both for inflammation Granola bars (fiber one bars) Protein shake for right after surgery to take meds on button-up shirts (you will not want to lift your arms, so button up shirts are our best friend. Also, camisoles you can pull on from your feet and pull up) nipple petals to cover nipples bio oil heating pad if you don't have one house coat for getting out of shower Also make sure items you need are placed below chest level so you can grab them yourself if you need. Ask for help when you need. Some things that you do use a lot of pec muscle, like closing a car door for example, or sitting up in bed. Also, prepare to not be able to do your hair for a while. Give your husband or boyfriend a crash course in putting a pony tail in or a braid in before the surgery. Even though I'm only at 5 days out, I can already tell you my confidence has spiked tremendously. I am SO happy. And no one will be able to tell I have implants, however my body looks so great and proportionate. I love the way I look in a bikini now. If you are afraid of pain, find a doctor who does the rapid recovery method--I assure you it's worth it and I was feeling up to being out and about on the evening of Day 1. I went on a date with my husband on day 2. Being able to use hot showers instead of vicodin was SO amazing because I hate taking pills but a hot shower was so therapeutic. I will post pictures when I get the opportunity soon!
I am very small. I was a 32AA when I went to get my implants. He used round silicone 350cc in each one, I'm now a 32DDD. People do love them as do I. They don't believe my size though. I have been measured and victorias secret referred me somewhere to get a better fit. I'm happy with my look. I couldn't be happier with my end results. Recovery isn't fun. Get silicone round under muscle and you will not regret it. Its what I found to be best for such a small frame.
Surgery went great and I was out and about the next day. I can not believe how easy recovery was. Currently one week post op and already loving the results.
Hi ladies. Im New Jersey, but I am a military wife and mother of two that i have breast fed. So my pre op size is 32B which have dropped by now super saggy. I went to my first consultation with Dr. Morgan at Wilmington Plastic Surgery and I am very comfortable. He is so cool. My desired look is 32DD Updated on 4 Jan 2013: I decided to get a second opinion from another doctor before I decided to go through with this surgery. I heard and read nothing but pros for Dr. Cummings at Cummings Plastic Surgery, so I decided to schedule a free consultation with them next week Wednesday. Dr. Morgan from Wilmington said I may need a small lift above my nipples but I don't feel I will need it if I get high profile silicone. I don't want to pay for a lift if I do not have to. And I just got hired and start my new job next week, which means I will have to push back my surgery for about 2 months so I have my paid vacation and stay home for a couple of days. Even though it is in a call center where I always sit down, the doctor might not want me to return to work yet. I heard all good things about Dr. Cummings so I am hoping this goes well. I know it is always best to seek more than one opinion. Updated on 7 Jan 2013: So I have my consultation on Wednesday with Dr. Cummings at Cummings Plastic Surgery in Kinston, NC. Has anyone been there before? I heard he is really good. I am so excited! I will come back and post what we discussed, cause I know I want to end up being a 32DD but my husband thinks that is too small and wants me to be a 32C, so now I might go for a 32D!! Who knows what I will be cause I am a 32B like I mentioned before, and I want 400 CC high profile silicone implants. Well talk to you soon. Updated on 24 Feb 2013: My pre-op consultation is on March 8th, which means my surgery is scheduled on March 22nd with Dr. Cummings. That is my birthday gift to myself since my birthday is March 11. I am super excited, yet very nervous, because I do not want it to be too big. I am a 32B now and I want to be a 32D or 32DD so hopefully 425CC or 450CC will be ok and worth it. I gotta take the risk. I am just happy to finally get it done. Feel free to give me some advice Updated on 20 Mar 2013: So my surgery is scheduled tomorrow with Dr. Cummings at 8:30am and I am very excited and nervous. Everything went well with my consultation and I have paid my money so its time to get this started and done with. I can eat anything after midnight and I have to come into with something I can at least button up or zip up in the front. I hope I get the full size D cup that I want Updated on 23 Mar 2013: Hi ladies. My surgery was on the Thursday, the 21st. Everything went well. I arrived at 8:30am, they asked me a couple of questions, they took my blood pressure, then I changed into my gown, the doctor came to mark me up n talk to me about sizes. I told him I would like to be a full C small D. He said he would try to fit it. I'm small as heck so I was fine with that. I talked to the doctor about putting me to sleep then they came to get me. It took no more than an hour n I woke up n half an hour. My chest was killing me. The ride home had to be the worse ride of my life. My friend was speeding Smh. As soon as I got home, I jumped in the shower like 15 times n let the hot water run on my breast like the doctor instructed to release the tension in my muscle. It was the best feeling. I took my meds n ate n slept my day away. My children are at the babysitters so I don't have to deal with them. The next day, I woke up hurting so I got back in the shower. I got dressed n went for a drive like my doctor instructed so I can get back in my daily routine's without lifting or pushing. I can't lift or push for 6 weeks.. no smoking or drinking. I have Natrelle Silicone gel implants behind my muscles. Incisions are underneath my breasts. They are 380cc MP n 350cc MP. The best thing is the shower. The water has relaxed my muscles a lot n thats why Dr. Cummings patients have speedy recoverys.. i will be back at work on Monday. I work in a call center so its not bad. I will post pics soon
