My actual contact with Mr Mcculley has been minimal but between him and Woodthorpe hospital my whole experience from start to finish has been exceptional. I am just over a week post op and I am thrilled with my recovery. I believe this is down to the expertise of both Stephen and the care I have received. After initially enquiring with 2 other companies over 10yrs ago, despite such a long wait, I am pleased I did as he was the right person for me. Local and knows his stuff. Definitely pleased I did more research and steered away from 'cosmetic surgery conpanies' and went to someone who is specific in his field. I had my consultation in October 2020 with Mr Mcculley and booked my surgery that day. I didn't see him until the morning of surgery and the following morning after but he was very polite and honest about my expected results. I was an F cup and we agreed with my size (I'm 5'2 and a size 16) that a D-DD would be the desired size. Obviously once things settle I will know what size I am but I am healing well and cannot stop looking at them. They no longer hang halfway down my stomach. I feel like a teenager again. Do it, you won't regret it!
I am 47 years old and have always wanted a breast lift. My breasts grew saggy, wearing ill fitting bras and weight loss have added to the problem. I first met a cosmetic surgeon when I was 20 and found the whole experience very embarrassing, needless to say I didn't have the procedure. I have spent years researching cosmetic surgeons and finally settled on Stephen McCulley. He is very well known in his field of work. More expensive than other surgeons but you get what you pay for. Even before my surgery I had total faith in his capabilities as a surgeon. Initially i was to have just the lift but because i lost more weight i decided a small implant to fill my breasts out a little more would be more suitable for me. I had my procedure 2 days ago and I am already loving my new breasts. The plasters cames off after 24 hours and I was pleased to see my breasts had been glued. I also got quite emotional as the weren't flapping about on my chest like dishcloths as they always have done! My breasts are sore and tender but I have opted to take OTC medication for pain relief. The implants are quite high up on my chest wall but will drop down in 4-6 weeks when a lot of the swelling has gone. At the moment they are very swollen and misshapened but I can definitely see the potential..... I'm so very very excited! Updated on 1 Sep 2016: Updated on 1 Sep 2016: Updated on 1 Sep 2016: Updated on 2 Sep 2016: The swelling is going down now and my breasts are starting to feel softer. The bruising has started to come out but I'm not as sore as I have been. I'm washing as normal and drying my boobs with a hair dryer which gives them a little relief. So far im really pleased with the progress. Updated on 19 Sep 2016: I can't believe how much my breasts have changed over the past few weeks. Most of the bruising and swelling has gone. My implants have been dropping gradually and I'm so happy with how they are looking. Even my husband has started to look at them normally and not through his fingers (he's squeamish). I'm amazed at how they've healed so quickly. They still ache a little but a small price to pay to have my dream boobs! Updated on 5 Oct 2016: I have been fascinated by how fast my breasts have healed. I have no pain whatsoever. Already the scarring is fading. The shape improves constantly. Had an infection but has been cleared with antibiotics. The only thing that's strange is the sensation I get in my nipples when I drink something cold...it feels like the liquid is running through them....must do some research into this.
I have always wanted a breast reduction since I was 16 years old and finally this was the year I bit the bullet. I contacted various large companies, however settled for going to a consultant directly! This felt just the right way to go for me. My mum had previously used this surgeon and for me going to the surgeon directly helped me feel more like a person, rather than a number. I had my consultation on 26th October 2020, and this went smoothly and all my questions were answered. What I liked the most was there was no pressure, it was explained that there was the choice between two hospitals however only one current quote, I was made aware that the second hospital was cheaper. The secretary kept in touch frequently and contacted me straight away when the quotes and dates came back from the second hospital which I was happier with. I am extremely lucky that both hospitals are within a 10/15 minute drive for me. I am currently awaiting the BMI Park Hospital to contact me further, however up to now everything is looking positive. Updated on 30 Dec 2020: Just another before picture. I started to notice these indents in my shoulders years ago, but they would go overnight when not wearing a bra. However, now they are there whether I wear a bra or not, and clearly I’m not an expert but I believe this is due to the weight of my breasts. Updated on 6 Mar 2021: So I’m currently 5 weeks post-op, 6 on Monday. I can honestly say I am so happy with the result! I had my op on 25/01/2021 at BMI The Park, obviously due to COVID no visitors were allowed in the hospital and I was worried about this. The staff were amazing though, and so chatty and lovely. Nothing to worry about. The procedure went well, I’m not entirely sure how long it took because I can’t remember much from after I came round. However, the surgeon came round in the afternoon and told me it had gone well. Once leaving hospital, I had a few minor issues with one of my breasts (the more bruised in the pictures) but the aftercare has been amazing, and in particular Kara who is one of the nurses at The Park. I am so so so so so happy with the result! Obviously being 5/6 weeks post-op my scars are still red I’m so happy with them.
So, after many years of deliberating I've finally decided to proceed with the surgery. I'm currently a 34HH/J and hoping to end up a 34DD. What are your recommendations for a stress free, straightforward recovery? I've got to cram in a house move, job change and looking after a 3 year old in the mix as well - so I've got to recovery well and quickly. I'd appreciate anyone's advice on how to prepare myself for surgery, and how to look after myself afterwards. I understand I'm taking a lot on all at once, but I've been waiting for a surgery date for over a year - I don't want to postpone it now. Updated on 8 Apr 2018: I have my pre-op tomorrow, with a surgery date for the week after. I hope everything goes to plan and I can get this over and done with - I just want to get on with recovering and getting back to normality. I've put weight on since I last saw my surgeon, I hope it's not a 'show-stopper'. He said I was an ideal candidate when I saw him - whether I am skinny or chunky - the boobs still stay the same!! Any last minute advice for a this Scaredy Cat who wants to join the Tiny [RS bleep] Club? Updated on 19 Apr 2018: I took a couple of photos before the operation. Surgeon took just over 2kgs off - it’s made a phenomenal difference even in these early stages. Updated on 20 Apr 2018: Wow - I’m feeling pretty wiped out today. The oramorph seriously upset my digestive system and that certainly hasn’t helped. In short - if the hospital offer you stool softeners, then take the damn stool softeners. That’s all I’ve gotta say on that fact. After a decidedly rough night I’m taking it easy listening to the birds singing and waiting for the postman to bring yet more bras to try on. I’m hoping this is going to be the turning point and I start to feel decidedly more well tomorrow. Updated on 21 Apr 2018: Just a little photo of my ‘before’ bra - eek! I used to squish out the top of it!
For most of my life I've suffered with saggy boobs and finally at 42 and a single mum, I decided now is my time. The pics below are 4 days post op. I don't have a before after yet, but when I get a copy from my surgeon I will add. I was and still am a 32E.... size was never the issue, just the shape. Can't wait to see the final results. Pain is easing up now but bruising has kicked in as you can see. My stitches are internal and dissolvable and are covered with human glue. I developed a haematoma on the left breast after the op and had to go black in for a second time a few hours later. The left breast is therefore more swollen and bruised and had a drain, which came out after about 24 hours. Updated on 13 Mar 2016: I have one in white too and they are so supportive and comfortable. I wear them everyday. Updated on 15 Mar 2016: Slight improvement now... Not so swollen, bruising is gradually fading. Cannot wait for the glue to come off, as its so hard not to pick it. Dying to get the bloody scabs of so I can work on scar reduction. Updated on 22 Mar 2016: Still quite tender, bruises are fading, glue is off at last. Just want the swelling to hurry up and go down now as they feel really taut. Updated on 28 Mar 2016: Tomorrow it will be 3 weeks since my lift. And I'm pleased to see that I can see a marked improvement. They have softened up a bit and the scars are looking good. There is still some puckering around the areolas, where the buried stitches haven't dissolved yet. Still have a little bruising leftover and my left breast is still more swollen which isn't surprising. No longer need the painkillers but they are a bit tender and super sensitive still, so I'm wearing gauze pads inside my sports bras for comfort. Really pleased with the progress compared to week 1 (yikes)! Updated on 28 Mar 2016: Updated on 7 Apr 2016: Hi everyone! Thought I'd post an update to show you how I'm progressing. They have started to soften and drop now. Left breast is still lagging behind but the nipple puckering has vastly improved. I started using Kelocote last week and apply that morning and night. I think it's helped a little. Still wearing my sports bras all the time... even to sleep in as I find it the most comfortable. Hoping the bruises will be completely gone by next week. Until the next time... :) Updated on 1 May 2016: Almost at the 2 month mark already. I'm pleased with how the scars are healing, but the left breast is still taking longer to drop. Probably because of the haematoma and the second op within a few hours. I also had a very small absess in this one, which now appears to have resolved. It was a sore spot that I could feel a hardness underneath, but I managed to deal with it myself and it's settled down. I'm still wearing the sports bra in the day and no bra at night now, which is lovely as the tenderness is gone now. The upper pole fullness has significantly reduced as I knew it would, but they are a vast improvement on what I had before. My left nipple is smore responsive to cold than the left at the moment, but I'm hopeful they'll even out in due course. I'm using Kelocote scar gel twice a day since 3/4 weeks. Wish I had taken some before pics now, but didn't want the reminders at the time!!! Updated on 19 Oct 2017: Hi, thought I’d share an update so you can see the longer term results. I’m very happy with the outcome and so pleased I finally did it. ????
So it's time to start counting down to the big day! 134 days to go! Eeeek! I have decided to have a breast uplift (mastopexy) with a slight reduction and a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) which will include repair of my stomach muscles (diastasis recti). From 2004 to 2010 I sadly lost 7 babies. My breasts got bigger and bigger with each pregnancy and I comfort ate after each loss. My breasts went from a D cup to a G cup and I went from a size 12 (UK) to a size 18 (UK). I am currently a size 16 (UK) with 38FF breasts. I have never been totally happy with breasts; they have always been a little droopy; but due to the increase in size the droop even more. But I have lived with them. We come to 2012 and I give birth to my wonderful son. He was a big baby weighing 10lb 10oz!!! During the pregnancy I also carried a lot of extra fluid, my tummy was huge! Due to all the extra weight I was carrying during my pregnancy my stomach muscles separated. I had physiotherapy to help rectify it but it didn't really help. I now have an apron of skin that no amount of exercise will shift. My son is now 3 and I am now ready to fix my body! To find a reputable surgeon I decided to go on the British Association of Asthestic Plastic Surgeons website. I looked to see who was local to me and found Mr Stephen McCulley. I researched him and his work and looked at his website. I rang his clinic and booked an appointment which was on the 30th March 2015. This was a huge step as this is something I had thought a lot doing for years. To say I was nervous was an understatement. However on meeting Mr McCulley I was instantly put at ease. He was very friendly and welcoming and his clinic was lovely, modern and clean. We discussed my issues and both agree that for my breasts a breast uplift with small reduction is best. The plan is to go from a FF to an DD/E with no implant. With my tummy my muscles will be stitched back together and then a tummy tuck will be performed. My surgery is now booked for the 18th August 2015!!! Wish me luck!!! Updated on 7 Apr 2015: So to keep myself from changing my mind I have photographed my body in its current state. My droopy 38FF breasts in desperate need of a little perkiness! And THAT belly :-( I can say no more! Cannot wait to have my muscles repaired and get my waistline back. My current stats are:- I'm 5'5'' and I currently weigh 189lbs. During the next 4 months I am hoping to lose some weight so that I can achieve the best possible results. Nothing too drastic though as I want to be able to maintain it. :-) Updated on 23 Jul 2015: So today I received my pre-assessment appointment date. [RS bleep] is getting real now! My hospital has been changed from the Park hospital to the Woodthorpe hospital...not 100% sure of the reasons...I was a little annoyed at first as I'd been given the choice of where I wanted my surgery but at least it's still going ahead as planned. Pre-assessment is on the 5th August, will give me opportunity to ask some questions about what's going to happen. A little over 3 weeks to go! I've got mixed emotions at the moment. Mostly excited to get it done but I am worried about the recovery period. I am stubborn and impatient and really independent so having to be reliant on someone is going to be tough! Hoping for a super quick recovery! Updated on 5 Aug 2015: Had my pre-op assessment today. Saw a lovely nurse call Gill who went through some details. She asked about any allergies and went through the health questionnaire I'd filled in. She walked me through the plan for the day of surgery. I'm to be in for 2 night and said I'd be up and about on the first day and could shower on the second! I was worrying I'd not be able to shower for a week or so! My only concern is getting in the car (out out the other end) for the journey home....plus my husband is not the most smooth of drivers..! He has been warned! So anyway after the chat with Gill I went next door to a nurse called Marion who took blood for FBC, U&E's and clotting. Then the most painful bit.....having to pay for the op!!!! Eeek! I did feel a pang of guilt spending so much money on myself...I hope it's worth it. Everything is becoming more real. Having spoken about it for so long it's literal days away. Funnily enough tho I'm not that nervous yet. I guess that'll come. Or maybe working in a hospital numbed my senses! Updated on 17 Aug 2015: So the day before my surgery Aunt Flo has decided to pay me a visit! Marvellous! :-/ Updated on 17 Aug 2015: So the night before the big day is here! Wow it came round fast! Went to work this morning to toe up some loose ends and then this afternoon I busied myself around the house. I had a nice relaxing bath then painted my toenails as I figured I won't be able to for a while! Plus a girl has to look pretty in surgery! Got to be there for 7am so it's an early start for me! So this is it folks! See you on the flat side! x Updated on 19 Aug 2015: Will update more when I'm a bit less tired. x Updated on 16 Sep 2015: Taken day of surgery and two weeks after surgery. I am very happy with the results!
