I'm a 48 year old mother who has been self conscious about my small breasts since I was about 16 years old. After reading your experiences, concerns, and advice, I decided to take the plunge. I'm 5'3" 120 lbs and selected Mentor cohesive silicone, 425 cc, under. My PS used a nerve block and general anesthesia, to there was no pain at all last night. Today I have the tightness and am a little sore, but still havent experienced any pain. PS has me stretching every hour and said not to ice. There is some swelling but not much. So far I'm pleasantly surprised I haven't experienced nausea or pain at all. I just get tired quickly. Other than that you wouldn't really knowmy procedure was just yesterday. Updated on 18 Aug 2013: Well it's day 3 for me and there's really nothing new or different going on. I still haven't experienced the pain I was expecting but I still get tired very easy. I know the girls are swollen, but I'm a little concerned they may be bigger than I had anticipated. Does anyone have any insight into when the swelling will go down or how much of my current size could be attributed to swelling? Updated on 22 Aug 2013: I had my first follow-up with PS yesterday and he was pleased with the progress so far. He said the stitches will come out next week and wasn't concerned that one appears larger than the other at this point. It would seem that's fairly common at this stage and they will even out as they drop and fluff. He gave me the green light to get a regular sports bra (Thank God, the one they put me in after surgery is too small and killing me). I got a VSX Sport from Victorias Secret and am totally in love with it! I've noticed they are starting to soften a little bit and I can actuall "feel" when they are stretching/softening/dropping (or whatever it is they're doing.). It's like a little "twinge" that seems to "move" along a certain part of the breast. It doesn't hurt, just feels odd enough that I notice it. Another thing thats kind of strange is they way they feel when I have my bra off; like when I take a shower and dry off. I don't know if its the stitches or the actual added weight (which I know isn't really all that much). Anyway, thats when I seem to "feel" the girls most. Its hard to describe, but without the support of a bra its like I feel them sitting on my chest; a sensation I don't have when I have my bra on. The same is true when I move my arms a certain way, like in front of me to drive, I feel them against the inside of my upper arms. Something I never felt before LOL! I'm still very happy and thrilled, and I love looking at myself in different clothes. I'm just super anxious now for the final results and am fighting with myself to try and remain patient (because I know its a few months off yet). Updated on 30 Aug 2013: It's been 2 weeks since my BA and I'm absolutely thrilled with the results! I went back to work on Monday, so this was my first full week "back in the grind". I still have the occasional pains and the PS says it's probably my nerves regenerating themselves. The tape and "end stitches" came off on Wednesday, and I had a small spot under my breast which was irritated from the tape. PS put some antibiotic cream on it and it's looking much better now. I've also been give the ok to return to yoga as long as I don't do any poses which puts the weight of my body on my arms and/or chest. Its hard to notice many changes until I look at the side by side pictures that I've posted here. I believe they may be dropping a bit and I'm positive they're getting softer. Still not as soft as I'm hoping for, but they are a whole lot softer than they were this time last week.

I had significant muscle separation from multiple childbirths, along with a stubborn belly bulge that turned into 3 lovely rolls when I sat down (even at my "ideal weight"). When I tightened up my stomach, it didn't look like I would have enough excess skin to do a full tummy tuck, but it turned out I certainly did!

Far less painful than i thought it would be. I wish I would have done it a long time ago. Overall I would say that I am pretty happy. How long should tip stitches - not the dissolvable kind - stay in? Updated on 13 Feb 2011:

My experience with John Wright Plastic Surgery has been absolutely horrible.  I had a rhinoplasty done over 6 months ago and I am learning that I  done an injustice.  My nose after surgery looked like it had been butchered inside and outside.  From other patients who have had surgery of this nature, I have learned that their physician's office staff took time to clean their nose and rid the nose of the dried blood because of the sensitivity and nature.  This was not done for me.My cuts were not in line.  I was cut on skin instead of along the clean lines of the nostril.  My nose inside looks like he was drunk when he did my surgery.  The outcome was not what I expected at all.  He did not make my nose look natural at all. I am actually wondering what was Dr. Wright thinking when he was doing the work. My finished product looked nothing like the image that l was given.The lady who answers the phone can be very rude and abrasive.  I came to appointments and had to wait excessively.  I am so upset and hurt.  And the problem is that it cannot be undone.

I had a rhinoplasty by another surgeon several years ago that looked natural with amazing results. I was only seeking a revision because with age the tip of my nose was hanging down a bit. This should have been a simple procedure. Dr. Wright incorrectly did a complete rhinoplasty and made my nose look horrible. I also looked like I had been severely beaten in the face after surgery. I did not have such swelling and bruising with my first rhinoplasty by the other surgeon. I later found out that not only did he make my nose look deformed but he did an additional procedure on my face without my knowledge or concent. I think he must have been confused or forgotten what he was supposed to be doing. He should have checked my file just before surgery like any responsible surgeon would do. I originally chose him because of all the great reviews online...but most of these people must have had minor procedures or skin care only. He is in his 70's and made several mistakes in my procedure and care. He did not fix the problem and did not refund any money. It's past time for him to retire. ONLY USE A SURGEON THAT A FRIEND OR FAMILY MEMBER HAS RECOMMENDED. EVEN STAFF CAN POSE AS PATIENTS AND RIGHT GOOD REVIEWS...OR REAL PEOPLE THAT HAVEN'T HAD RECENT OR MAJOR PROCEDURES. HE MAY BE WONDERFUL WITH SKIN CARE BUT BEWARE OF SURGICAL PROCEDURES!! I'll try to provide before and after photos later.