For about eight years I contemplated having a breast augmentation. I've always had hips and "backside", but had absolutely nothing up top! My breast were severely a-symmetrical ( at least to me lol) which made me extremely self conscious, I wouldn't wear the things I really wanted to because I was embarrassed about not having any breast. For years I allowed other people's opinion on plastic surgery dictate my decision. 2013 came and I finally decided to do what was best for me and although I appreciated the concern, other peoples opinion no longer mattered. I decided to actively pursue my dream of finally having the sexy, womanly shape I had always wanted. This was going to be a late birthday/early Christmas present to myself and I wanted the best surgeon I could find. Dr. Banks is an excellent surgeon. She put me at ease with the whole process. She was completely honest and detailed about the whole procedure and she patiently answered all of my questions. As I stated before, I was a- symmetrical and that was my main concern, but Dr. Banks was up for the challenge, she has proven that she is the best ! I decided to get saline implants , right side- 420cc, left side 310cc, under the muscle,crease incision and they look beautiful! My recovery process was pretty much average, I did not experience any unusual pain, just mainly sore for the first week or two. My breast were also sensitive to the touch, but again no unusual pain. My incisions healed beautifully, almost unnoticeable, Dr. Banks does impeccable work! Thanks to Dr. Banks I have the beautiful womanly shape I've always wanted and I will be enjoying girls night out more often and my favorite thing in the world, enjoying the beaches in the islands! I highly recommend Dr. Banks!
Updated on 27 Mar 2014:
I'm 33yrs old and I've had two kids both were breastfed. I started out as a 32a which I desprately hated and I was finally sick and tired and ready for a change. As far as I know, no one in my family has ever had any type of cosmetic surgery so I had no other reference but a friend at work and the my own research on the internet. I kept this to myself really up until I had the surgery date booked because I was determined to do this and I was not going to allow my self to be discouraged. I faced opposition from my husband and although I understood and respected his concern, ultimately, it was my decision. Having a breast augmentation has been a great experience for me and it is something that I do not regret at all! I love my new look and I can't wait to try other new things as well! Here are some tips that helped me : be sure that you are doing this for you and no one else,
Pick your surgeon carefully, watch how you are treated, if you feel that you are not being treated like a priority, choose another surgeon, you are spending your money and you deserve the best! Write your questions down before your dr visit so that you won't forget anything , listen to what your surgeon says will look best on you because usually they have good, realistic ideas. My next post will include surgery day tips as well as pics. See you then
Updated on 1 Apr 2014:
Here are a few before and after pics, just a couple, I will have more soon. The before pic as you will see, shows that I had absolutely nothing up top! The first after photo is one day after surgery still in the surgical bra, I will post more pics soon after, have to find them lol , I hope the ones a post are clear enough for you to see
Updated on 14 Apr 2014:
This month I will be five months post op and it feels like I've only had them for a few weeks. They have changed so much since I've had them and I thought I'd share. Immediately after surgery, of course they were swollen, but still uneven and I panicked ! lol, but then I had to calm myself down and remind myself that this was just the beginning and to just be patient. Since that first day they have been changing rapidly . Around month one, my left breast seemed to be dropping while the right one hadn't moved at all, so now I was lopsided lol ! Month two came along, my left breast had settled in well, while my right breast was being very stubborn, it was settling, but it was moving very slowly, and I think that may have been because the right breast required a larger implant than the left. Again I was growing a little impatient but I had to keep reminding myself that this is a healing process and it will not happen over night. By month three, my surgical scars had healed well and both breast were symmetrical and filling out nicely! Pre-op, I measured at a 32A and at the three month point, I measured at a 34D!! At that point I thought I was pretty much done with the healing process, but they have changed yet again! Now at the almost five month mark, I am measured at a 34DD and they look better and better every day, even my co worker complimented me on how nice they look lol ! I think they may be done settling for real this time lol, but I just wanted to share for someone that is maybe recently post op or still thinking about having it done. Just remember to just be patient, know that they will not be completely perfect, and know that healing is a process and everyone heals at different rates, just be patient!
Updated on 14 Apr 2014:
Here are a few updated photos at the five month mark
