Steven L. Robinson, MD

After my third and last baby, I knew I wanted to get implants for sure. It has always been in the back of my mind but after 3 breastfed children my boobs needed help!!
I'm from Cleveland and had a few doctors in mind. Dr. Jason Leedy's face is plastered all over this website and I had high hopes with him, but not a good consultation. I was shocked that he suggested a tummy tuck and wanted to talk about the price of that as well as what I originally came for- breast augmentation. I do have an umbilical hernia and I know I can get it repaired without a tummy tuck by a general surgeon, there is zero reason for me to get a hip-to-hip scar just to fix my umbilical hernia other than to put some cash in his pocket.
After seeing a few women talk about Dr. Steven Robinson on another plastic surgery forum I decided to look him up and saw his office had a huge deal running on breast augmentation. I drove the 4 hours to his office in Cincinnati and this consultation was worlds different than my first. He knew exactly what I wanted and actually showed me what size I would need to be minimum to fill out my deflated skin. They have an entire cart of each size of implant so you can get a real idea. At my other consult I believe they had maybe 3 different anatomical shaped sizers which didn't give an accurate representation of size, in my opinion. Also I do not believe the Vectra imaging system is accurate, but maybe that was just my experience. I have done my research and knew the crease incision is best for placement, also good for me as it does not cut through mammary glands. I knew I wanted high profile and under the muscle and those were all my surgeons choices as well. I am only 1 month post OP and have great results so far, even though they may "drop and fluff" quite a bit more!

Updated on 6 Aug 2017:
I like how they are settling!

Updated on 12 Aug 2017:
They are settling pretty well and seem to slightly change shape depending on what kind of bra I use ( or don't use)

Updated on 8 Sep 2017:
Dropping and fluffing a bit! They are getting nice and squishy

Updated on 28 Sep 2017:


Updated on 3 Oct 2017:
Very happy with my results!

Updated on 8 Nov 2017:
Yup still like em. Haha

I am very lucky not a lottell me talk like perception to enter in our hips and muscle repair of pain and looks really good already I would go back to my doctor for anything cosmetic. The staff there is amazing also they will answer any questions that you have a make you feel comfortable throughout the whole process

Dr. Robinson is amazing! I had the new product Voluma, (made by Allergan) injected into my cheeks. I LOVE it!!!! Great experience...Highly recommend Dr. Robinson. Love it all. The staff is amazing. I feel like I am with family. The appointments run on time. Again... The staff is amazing. And did I forget to mention? The results are amazing?

My stats: 5'1" 105 lbs Implant type: Round moderate-plus gummy bear Implant size: 350cc's Before breast measurement: 30A After breast measurement: 30D/DD Before my procedure I was nearly flat-chested. I had gained a lot of weight, then lost it all very quickly. I lost a total of 46 lbs after healing from a knee injury. My breasts looked like I had nursed a child! At only age 26 I couldn't bare to look at them anymore. My procedure was not too painful at all. It's mostly about tolerance but it's more about listening to your doctor, and the guidelines given to you too follow. I could not be happier with the results! I look amazing nude and in any type of clothing! I would do it all over again if I could just for the exciting experience! Updated on 7 Dec 2013: Updated on 7 Dec 2013: Updated on 7 Dec 2013: Those last two photos posted as 1 year post op! They are only 3 months post op! Updated on 13 Jan 2014: Side view of breasts. Updated on 29 May 2016: Perfect result 1 year later.

Excellent,excellent,excellent. From front office, Nurses, and Dr. Robinson. Everyone nice, knowledgable, and respectful. Amazing Reduction from Dr. Robinson. Very happy with results!! He explains everything he is doing. Felt very comfortable with him! I'm 46. With three kids, and with this reduction/ lift, I look & feel great!!!

Updated on 16 Aug 2013:
One week post op, and I love, love,love results of my BR ! Have a lot of healing to do, but well worth it!

Updated on 18 Aug 2013:
9 days post op. stitches don't come out for another 5 days. Not having any issues except for R nipple bleeding on incision, but nothing unusual, I think. Any comments? Look like normal healing?

I had weight loss surgery and am pretty happy with the results but have always been so unhappy with how big my upper arms were. I was unable even after the weight loss to wear anything that wasn't cotton or stretchy on my upper arms, never a normal blouse or shirt. I just wanted to be able to wear something that fit properly.

After months of wondering I finally made an appointment with Dr Steven Robinson for a consult. When he finally saw my arms, he said, "oh yeah, you need this surgery!" Woohoo fast forward a few months later when i got the time off work to 4 days before Christmas 2012 and it's the morning of my surgery.

The doctor was nice and marked my arms and told me what was to happen. The anesthesiologist started my IV in my foot…OUCH that hurt but I guess they got to work on my arms so why put an IV there. What seemed like moments later I awoke in recovery. I was in a bit of pain but they gave me meds to control it. My hubby helped me to home after I recovered.

Most of the first day was a wash, pain meds and sleeping. I did not have any drains put in at all, just ace wraps which I wear all the time unless showing. I had a few days on Percocet’s and some nausea medicine (I get a lot of nausea with pain meds) over the next few days. After one week I saw the doc for a check up. He said things were looking great, I love how you can’t see the incision line unless I hold p my arms, not from the front or back. I have a lot…LOT of swelling, and I do ice and compress and elevate my arms almost all the time. I asking him how much he took off and he said “A Lot”. I get sharp pains in both my elbows and armpits and he says that’s the nerve ending growing back again. I wished more than anything that they had something to wrap around your underarm so the stitches on my underarm and the ones in my arm wouldn’t touch when I rested my arms down. It seems like the ace’s are great for the arm it self but at the underarm, guess it just didn’t work well for me.

I have regular stitches in my arms so they come out at the 2 weeks mark (tomorrow) and he said no steri-strips after that, just keep wearing the ace’s or a compression garment. I go back to work on Monday which is in 4 days and am hoping puling the stitches will change a lot of things.



Updated on 5 Jan 2013:
yesterday was ny stitches removal day. It was pretty ouchy to get themout but overall so glad to have them out. I took pic's to show how you can not see the stitch line from the front of back at all and show you the actual stitch line too. My doctor has recommended to use Vitamin E oil for a while to keep the moisture and improve the healing. after a week or so I'll be using Scar Away to reduce the scars.

Updated on 21 Jan 2013:
1 month out now and still having some issues with straightening my right arm but so happy with the size difference. My upper arms were 19 inches before my WLS..today they are 12,75inches. The scar away is helping a little but I know I have weeks of swelling and such to go.

My procedure was upper eyelid surgery. the procedure took about 30 minutes, very quick. Recovery also very quick. Very important to keep your head elevated, eat lots of pineapple or take over the counter proteolytic enzyme bromelain pineapple (this helps with bruising) and keep a good stock of frozen peas in baggies 20 min on and 20 min off. Very important to take care of yourself. Sorry I dont have a way to download before and after pics right now. I'll try to update later. I had a great experience, there's more I'd like to do, and I want Dr. Stephen Robinson again :)

I will start by saying that I'm 22 and a senior in college. I am 5 weeks out of surgery and went from little to no breasts, to a full B, small C (250 CC). I went under the muscle and had a lower crease incision. Since I had such little breast tissue, that was the best option for me. I went with the gummy bear implants, they are all solid, so there is no chance of popping, and I'm in love with them.

Honestly, the recovery had minimal pain, i was on vicodin for the first 2 weeks but really didn't need it after a few days, advil worked as well. The biggest struggle for me was just having to sleep on my back for about a week, I'm a side-sleeper so it was a little uncomfortable. I know everyone says that under-the-muscle procedures are extremely painful, and it might be because I didn't get HUGE implants, but my pain really wasn't bad. I had one or two emotional nights, just hormones and the overall change just kind of overwhelmed me, but I never once regretted my decision.

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{by Britt, moved to Dr review below}

It’s been 2 years and a day since my tummy tuck and breast lift. It’s been 2 years of depression from the outcome. I tried giving it time like the dr said. That it will gradually get better. It hasn’t. I still look like I’m pregnant and my breast look horrible. It’s token me this long to even right a review. I never leave reviews like this, but this has been life changing. I saved all the money for this procedure for it not to turn out good. Dr. Robinson was my surgeon. I kept a daily diary of my results for the whole first year. I wish this could be fixed. I don’t recommend here. I had a few friends get same procedures around same time with a different practice and their results turned out amazing

Today has been a big day! I chose my surgeon! Now it all feels real. I've hated the size of my aerolas for so long and then after having two kids and gaining and losing and gaining and losing weight my boobs are shot!
I got the PTO approved at work and my dad will be taking me on surgery day. Now I'm just waiting to hear back about the financing I applied for. I'm curious about what everyone else is doing/did about financing. I'm paying half up front and wanting to finance the rest.

Updated on 23 Jul 2016:
I'm so ready to have new boobs! Can't wait to get these big weights lifted up and get quite a bit of aerola cut off!
I hate my current boobs. The surgeon said there is no breast tissue left on top. As you can see they just hang! Yuck!!
I'm young and don't want to feel negative about my boobs forever. I've wanted this for so long, but have waited because every time I get ready to go for it I feel too guilty about spending money on myself since I have 2 kids. My parents are super supportive of my decision which I was concerned about too. I'm so excited that I'm finally doing this!

Updated on 25 Jul 2016:
So I paid my deposit today. I also scheduled my pre-op appointment for August 22nd at 8:30am. I am so so excited! It's surreal. I've been thinking about this for years.
Any advice on things I need to get for recovery??
Also, my family are willing to help with my two boys. How long should I plan on them being away?

Updated on 1 Aug 2016:
I put in a transfer from an online savings account to bring money to my regular account last week. The money showed up today. I paid the anesthesiologist ($850)and the surgical center($1850). I still need to pay The Plastic Surgery Group. I was approved for a credit card through my bank for $4000 with no interest for 15 months and canceled my old card that had a 14k limit, but 14% interest. I hadn't used it in a few years. I typically don't use credit cards, but I'm paying $6500 in cash and paying $4000 with a credit card. It's nice that I'll have 15 months with no interest.

I was talking with my HR dept at work today and found out that one of the ladies got a reduction with a lift in 2009. She said it was the best choice she ever made. I need to email them my surgeon's fax number to secure fmla, although I already put it through our payroll system and got the time off approved by my supervisor.
I love getting some things in order. I've been looking at sports bras on amazon. It's so tough to find front closure sports bras in the store! I also got my kids school supplies over the weekend.
I still have over a month before surgery. It's tough to wait! I've looked at more boobs than I expected to see in a lifetime. I appreciate so much everyone who has shared their stories and photos.
This weekend I'm going to a friend's wedding. After that the next wedding I go to I'll have my new boobs! It'll make wearing dresses so much easier!

Updated on 1 Aug 2016:


Updated on 6 Aug 2016:
I can't wait for surgery!!
Once I finally made up my mind to do it I'm ready- like right now ha. The next few weeks will be very busy with my kids going back to school and soccer starting so that should help with my impatience.

How long did you all wait to drive after surgery?

Also, how many people did you tell? It's kind of an awkward and personal conversation. I've been nervous about telling my son's grandparents, but I know I'll need them to help more with him after my surgery.

I can't wait to have normal size areolas! I have always felt uncomfortable with them even before having kids when my boobs were perkier.

Updated on 14 Aug 2016:
The bras I ordered came in the mail! I got them washed and they are waiting. I also got a comfy button down pjs set.

Can't wait!

Updated on 22 Aug 2016:
I saw Dr. Robinson today for my pre-op appt. The paperwork that was given to me was very thorough and answered a lot of my questions.

One thing I wasn't sure about was the size of sports bras I should be bringing with me for after surgery. He told me to get a C cup and whatever my current band width is so it'll be nice and tight and keep swelling down.
I reiterated to him today how important it is to me to have perky breasts and smaller aerolas. He already had reviewed everything from our last appt. I could tell because he already knew exactly what I wanted.

I feel so so excited!
I also asked about when I could drive. I was told that I can drive once I'm no longer on pain meds, but probably won't feel really up to driving for 5-7 days.

They gave me a prescription for vicodin.
I'm glad I can get it filled ahead of time and have it on hand for after surgery.

Tomorrow is my pre-op appt with my medical dr. That's really the last step that I have to complete before surgery.

Come on Sept 7th!

Updated on 27 Aug 2016:
I'm posting a couple more gross before pictures. Since it's so close I wanted to make sure to get plenty of befores so that afterwards I can compare and do side by sides.

I can't wait!!
Thank you to everyone who I've been following and to everyone who has been following my journey!

Updated on 4 Sep 2016:
I got the last of the items I wanted the other day- arnica gel, tylenol, one size smaller sports bra- I'm taking several with me so they can choose which one will work best for after surgery.

I'm so ready! If you are a person who takes a long time to make a big decision and then once you decide you want to do it like right now, I recommend to only schedule surgery a month out. I scheduled mine for almost 2 months out and it's been tough to wait. It feels like things are kind of on hold. I can't wait to see my new boobs!!! I am off tomorrow for Labor Day and then have one day of work and then up early on Tuesday to get to the surgical center by 715am. It's all surreal to me!

Updated on 7 Sep 2016:
Today has been a dream come true! I woke up with so much adrenaline running. I was so worried that I wouldn't be able to pee for the pregnancy test since I hadn't had anything to drink, but it was no problem. Ha.

I've slept most of the day, but have set alarms for pain meds. I feel like someone is sitting on my chest, but really I've been pleasantly surprised about the pain. So Far ha.

I'm eating some pineapple right now to help with swelling.

Updated on 8 Sep 2016:
I took my first shower post op today. It was a bit harder than I anticipated. I still have gauze on so I can't see much, but I like what I see so far! I've been resting a lot.
The surgical center called this morning to check on me. I thought that was really nice!

Updated on 8 Sep 2016:


Updated on 9 Sep 2016:
The last couple of days I've been blessed to be able to get a lot if sleep. My family has been truly amazing. They brought my boys home tonight. I missed them terribly, but was also nervous because I still am feeling so sore and tired. My mom brought chicken parm and it was delicious! Then my dad came over and watched the Angry Birds movie with us and helped with the boys.

The pain meds are a double edged sword. I need them because Im still experiencing a significant amount of pain, but they make me have weird scary dreams and waking up sweating. I'm trying some ice packs right now on my breasts to help.

I scheduled my post op visit for friday the 16th at 2pm. That's when he'll take off the gauze and I'll get to see them! Despite the pain and hassle I couldn't be happier that I did this. I've wanted it for so long.

Updated on 10 Sep 2016:
The gauze is so annoying when it's wet! Nice to get a bit of a sneak peak though!

I'm feeling a lot better now that I'm off the vicodin.

Updated on 11 Sep 2016:
I finally pooped today! Yay! The nausea in the morning is getting better too. I made a simple dinner tonight. It was the first one that I've made since my surgery. I also did some hw with my kids. I'm happy I'm starting to be able to do more!

Updated on 13 Sep 2016:
I made it! Last week at this time I was preparing for surgery early the next morning. The last 2 days have shown great relief for me. I'm getting my energy back and feeling a lot better!

The zip in front sports bras like to unzip.i really like the cotton ones with the clips down the front.

I hope everyone is doing great!

Updated on 18 Sep 2016:
The tape came off when I went for my post op visit. Dr. Robinson instructed me to put Neosporin on my incisions and gave me more pads to put in my sports bra. The incisions looked pretty gnarley at first, but are already looking less red and gross with just 2 days of neosporin.

I'm feeling a lot better and able to do a lot more. I ended up starting to drive again at exactly 1 week po. At first turns were a little difficult. I could feel the muscles tighten up, but it's better now. I still have to be careful reaching for things and still am only allowed to sleep on my back. I get stitches out at my next appt which is a week from tomorrow.

Updated on 21 Sep 2016:
Everything was looking so good. Now I'm really concerned about the under side of one breast. It looks like it's coming too far apart. What do you think?

Updated on 1 Oct 2016:


Updated on 1 Oct 2016:
So this recovery process has turned put to be much more than I anticipated. I got my stitches put exactly 2 weeks after surgery. That night I went to change dressings and saw that the incisions on my left breast at the T junction had come open. I called my plastic surgeon the next morning. I was told to wash it with a mild soap and water twice a day and use neosporin on the open areas and continue using the dressing. They asked me to call back in a few days with an update. After a few days I was more worried than ever to the point I couldn't sleep. I called and asked to be seen. They fit me in that same day. He told me that I did a good job keeping it clean and that it wasn't infected. The yellow part at the bottom is fatty tissue. There are also some scabs forming.
So the dressing I was using was sticking to the wound and causing scabs to come off and more bleeding. They told me to switch to tefla. It is a non adherant dressing. I switched to that on wed. I see the surgeon again this week on Friday. It's going to take quite some time to heal, but he said that in the end it won't affect my breast shape.

Updated on 4 Oct 2016:


Updated on 10 Oct 2016:
I went back to my surgeon for my 1 month appt on Friday. He said that healing is coming along, but since the wound is still open I'm to stay in the sports bras and no exercise other than walking.
I definitely notice some improvement. New skin is forming around the edges.

Updated on 14 Oct 2016:
It's nice that it no longer hurts for water to run over the open wound in the shower.

Updated on 19 Oct 2016:
Healing has taken a lot longer than I ever expected, but I can see the light at the end of the tunnel.

I go back to my surgeon on Monday. I'm still in sports bras and restricted from exercise. I feel patient though. I'm just trying to do everything he's told me to do and not do what he's said not to do.

Updated on 22 Oct 2016:
So I can finally lay on my sides sometimes. I missed that!

I'm feeling excited about getting fitted for a bra soon too!

Updated on 1 Nov 2016:
It's almost closed up!!!! Still lots of redness. I'm still using a little neosporin on the open part and vitamin e oil on the rest to help with the scarring.

Updated on 11 Nov 2016: