Richard C. Busby, MD (retired)

I'm over having implants and really want them out. They are heavy and just don't feel like me (cause they're not) I'm also wanting a lift since I nursed for over 2 years and then had implants for 15 years. I'm 5' tall and my bra size is 32 DD. I've been interviewing doctors in the Portland area and I'm not connecting yet with anyone I feel solid about. I need to feel I can completely trust them and I want to like their work. This may be a tall order it would seem... Dr. Busby at the Oregon Clinic is by far the nicest and most honest doctor I've met, such a great guy. Really can't say enough wonderful things about him. He is retiring very soon through. I'm not impressed with his "after" photos although he really doesn't have a lot of them to share so it's hard to really see his work. If he wasn't retiring I would investigate his work more. Had a consultation with Dr. Racheal Streu at the Waldorf clinic and she was terrible to me. She seemed annoyed to be giving me a free consultation. She rolled her eyes when I told her I didn't want implants anymore. She told me I would look terrible and that I need to replace my implants with smaller implants. It was quite shocking since I had assumed for some reason that seeing a women would be a more understanding situation, not the case at all. Boo ! Dr. Bensimon at the Bensimon Clinic is an interesting one. He's a nice guy and his wife who is as sweet as Apple Pie works in the clinic. They claim to be a "holistic plastic surgery clinic" This kind of cracks me up because... nothing about getting plastic surgery is "holistic" Basically they recommend bone broth, veggie juice and the use of coconut oil. All very good recommendations for sure. :) His work is pretty good. He is who gave me the implants I have now and am wanting out. He placed larger high profile implants than I understood I was getting so that was not great. When I went back to talk about explanting with a lift his quote was $22,000. WHAT??!!!! That is over double of what everyone else has quoted me. :( He's good but not double everyone else good. Also he says that there is no need to remove the capsules and this is a topic I'm having a hard time getting clear on. I saw Dr. Demars today. This was an unfortunate situation. They claim he will spend over an hour with you answering your questions but the truth is I waited an over an hour after I was asked to come in an hour earlier than I was originally scheduled. Then they wanted to show me an animated movie about what a breast lift is. Then They take me through other generic steps that really have nothing to do with me getting any answers to my questions. When I finally sat down with Demars he started in on his A to Z with me, not even really looking at me. He was not at all interested in my questions or what I was hoping to accomplish. The few answers he did give me were short and dismissive. Example: Me- What type of anesthesia do you use? Demars - whatever kind the anestialogist wants to. : / Also, his work is not great. All of his breast "lifts" in his gallery are with implants too so... I feel silly for even going to his office. I just really wanted someone to answer my questions and they claimed to really take the time... When I told him I was feeling frustrated because I had specific questions I would really like answers to, he laughed at me. I left there pretty pissed and got my money back for the consultation. In 2 weeks I have an appointment with Dr. Daniel Zegzula at the Portland Plastic Surgery Group. I like his reviews and I like his work. Really hoping he is the right fit. I'm ready to do this. I love this platform, it has answered more questions for me than any doctor has so far. I'm going to share my journey in hopes that it helps someone else. :) p.s Posting photos of my boobs on the internet is a bit unnerving but I have found it helpful when someone who has boobs similar to mine posts and then I get to see how it all worked out for them. Updated on 24 Mar 2018: This is a challenging topic to get educated on. One doctor will stress the importance of removing the capsules and say problems could come up in the future if they are not removed like the build up of Seroma fluid. Another doctor will say that there is no reason to remove the capsules unless there is hardening around the implants or a silicone leak. What do we all know about this? Would love to hear any solid information that you are all learning on this topic and from where you learned it. :) Updated on 9 Apr 2018: Dr. Zegzula is a really nice guy. He took time to answer all of my questions and did not try to push anything on me. His after photos are great and I really feel he could do an excellent job with the lift. He recommends getting my implants out first and then waiting to do the lift to see how everything settles. He thinks that is the way to get the best long term outcome / shape. His other reasoning for this is because often people will decide they actually don't need / want a lift once they heal from the explant. I appreciate a doctor who gives this kind of advice, he's obviously not trying to make more money off of me since the lift would add about $7,000. to the cost. I'm pretty sure I will want a lift since I nursed for 2 & 1/2 years and then had 400cc implants for several years. I was pretty tiny before all of this. I'm excited to have tiny boobies but I'm not wanting "flappy" boobies, Ha ! : / He has offered to do the explant under local instead of going under. Doing it this way is only possible if you do not remove the capsules. He says that if the capsules are soft and there are no problems then it's sometimes better to leave them instead of scraping the capsules out creating more trauma to the body. It's a, "If it's not broke, don't fix it" kind of an idea... Still feeling really unsure about this part. I'm really not wanting to be put all the way under twice or even once for that matter... I'm finding it very difficult to get educated on the topic of the capsules... Has anyone heard anything about: - How getting the capsules out allows the two sides to heal together and therefore better holds up your breasts in the future? -Reasons it is sometimes more dangerous to remove capsules that are soft with no problems? Updated on 16 Apr 2018: I’m going to explant with Dr. Busby. He has a lot of experience doing it and he’s very educated about the importance of removing the capsules and repairing the muscle back to how it was before implants. He’s honest, kind and very skilled with explanting. I like him a lot. I will probably / maybe get a lift at a later date once they settle and I feel ready. I'll likely get the lift with Dr. Zegzula, he has some pretty impressive "after" photos and I really like him. Dr. Busby is retiring about 6 weeks after I explant so getting a lift with him is not an option unless I did the lift at the same time as the explant. I’ll get a call in the morning to find out if they have an opening for me on May 11th. That’s only 3 & 1/2 weeks away ! I’m actually looking forward to seeing what my boobs will do on their own without a lift… Updated on 26 Apr 2018: I'm so excited to be on the other side of this. The part I'm the most nervous about at this point is dealing with the drains. I'm prepared to have flat saggy boobs (i'll post photos) :) I'm healthy and strong. I know I will heal well. Updated on 10 May 2018: I made several healthy soups that are frozen in portion sizes. I have lots of bone broth and other easily digested yummy food. The house is maybe cleaner than it's been in 20 years. My mom is on her way... I'm Ready ! :) I found these awesome bras from a company called True & Co. They are so soft. Hopefully they will fit me. I'll post after photos in the next couple of days. I'm now more excited than I am nervous. See you all on the other side ! Updated on 12 May 2018: Surgery went quite gracefully. I did the Propofol drip instead of using gas to keep me under and it is pretty great. I woke up with no nausea at all. It was the strangest feeling; one minute I was feeling so nervous laying on this crazy table that felt like an alien abduction then what seemed seconds later I was laying propped up in recovery feeling stoned but totally fine. The entire staff from beginning to end were really great. It's nice to be home. I'm sore and have taken my pain pills a few times in the past 24 hours but over all I'm feeling pretty good. The drains suck but are not as bad as I was thinking they would be. Not being able to lift my arms is getting old real quick but I'm committed to rest. I'll post pictures of my boobs after I get the drains out and they take this ridiculous wrap off on Tuesday the 15TH. I'm daydreaming about that shower I'll get to take. :) Unbelievable that these things were in my body... They are so heavy! Definitely going to play corn hole with them... :D Updated on 15 May 2018: So excited to get the drains out today (day 5 post surgery). Hope my new bra fits. I'll post boobie pictures after I've had a day to get to know them. :) Updated on 16 May 2018: So happy to have the drains out and I showered today Yay ! The dents were a lot worse yesterday but you can still see them. It's fascinating to watch them change through a day. They look pretty ruff right now and I'm a bit swollen everywhere but I'm feeling good about it. I trust they will settle nicely. I'm excited to have little saggy Mom boobs. :) I was thinking that I would get a lift at some point and I may still decide to but I may not feel the need to. I'm really happy I didn't do everything at once so I could see what my body would do on it's own. My breasts were not all that saggy with the implants so I figured I would give myself a chance to perk up on my own. Dr. Busby told me to wear front closing bras until after this weekend but the one I had was to small and was digging in. This one is so soft and stretchy that I was able to step into it and slide it up so I didn't have to raise my arms. That was my Mom's clever idea. I'm sore mostly where the muscle was repaired. Also feeling the breast tissue trying to find it's new home as it starts to occupy the space that the implants once were. the incision is itchy. I'm wanting more info on things to do to help heal the scar as well as sooth the incision in these first weeks, if anyone has advice. :) Updated on 18 May 2018: I realize itching is part of healing. Any advice on what to put on them 1 week post surgery? I'm aware that I can not put lotion, essential oils or Vit. E. My PS recommends no tape and putting nothing on the incisions. This is because he has seen enough people have bad reactions to tape and other things so now he just tells everyone to do the same thing and that is nothing... I'm not much for being blanketed into the general public and I would like to put something on them because they ITCH ! :/ Anti-bacterial ointment and or clean Coconut oil are the only two things I can think to use. Anyone learn anything about this? Please do not respond with how I should only do what my PS advices... I'm aware of this opinion and the reasoning around it. Different surgeons recommend different things. Anyone have advice from their doctors that differ or have experienced anything that worked well for them? Updated on 22 May 2018: I want to change the "Not Sure" to- Worth It How do I edit this? I choose that before I had surgery and now I wish to share that it was, Worth It ! Updated on 23 May 2018: Feeling much better! Still sore and tender to the touch. Feels like my breast tissue is stuck off to the sides. Both breasts feel a bit lumpy around the outer sides, more so on the left. Warm shower feels amazing and rubbing them with coconut oil has been very helpful. I've been going on VERY slow walks around my neighborhood. My doctor said to not go on walks but when I pushed a bit for the information on that it was really about not getting my heart rate up. Walking extremely slow does not get the heart rate up and it feels amazing for my legs. I'm not used to just laying around for almost 2 weeks :( I have a rash on my chest, neck and scalp and I believe it's from the drugs. I'm drinking TONS of water and eating really clean. The coconut oil has calmed the rash down but it seems to not want to go away fully. Question: Did anyone else experience the feeling of breast tissue being pushed off to the sides? Lumpy and tender along the outer sides? I'll post photos again in a week. :) Updated on 1 Jun 2018: Still sore especially around the outer sides but feeling better everyday. Been massaging them with coconut oil and shea butter. Keeping the incisions from drying out makes a big difference as far as the itching and discomfort goes. Still have a rash on my chest, neck and scalp. It's a common reaction from the bodies histamine levels going high to aid in the healing of the incisions. Steroid cream does not help it at all and after trying it for a couple of days I read online that it commonly does not help for a post surgery rash. Coconut oil, carrot oil, calendula oil as well as other natural remedies have helped but the one thing that has helped the most is a gel called Caladryl. It's a mix between Calamine Lotion and Topical Benadryl. I got the generic version of it, same ingredients but cheaper. Another reason for a rash after surgery is from the Liver trying to flush the drugs out of your system. Because of this, I'm concluding that it's better to do the Benadryl as a topical so you are not putting more drugs into the system to have to then detox from. This rash has been a bigger bummer than the discomfort of the surgery. :( It got really bad and is a lot better now. I'm still not comfortable to lay on my sides. I feel more tender if I try to do to much in a day. Ice and naps are my best friends right now. Feeling better everyday :) Updated on 8 Jun 2018: Feeling much better. Still a little sore on the outer sides. My right breast still has some firm lumps along the outer side, the left has gone soft. I still see and feel them change daily. Still massaging them daily with coconut oil , shea butter and carrot seed oil. My rash is almost gone, still have bumps on my head.:( Not fun... My right nipple is coming out more but still is a bit sunken in. I'm still sleeping on my wedge pillow. Sleeping flat on my back feels god but after a few hours my breasts get sore from the pressure of the breast tissue weighting down on the sides. It feels better to sleep propped up a bit. I lay on my side from time to time just to feel it but it's not yet a very comfortable position. I'm really missing moving my body more and plan to start going on longer walks this week. I've been doing Reformer Pilates since 1 week post surgery. Just using my core and lower body. Reformer has been the perfect post surgery exercise. it's helped my legs keep circulation and for my body to not feel as if it's falling a part laying around all this time. I'm so happy I decided to wait on the lift so I could see what my body would do on it's own. So far I'm not feeling in any rush to get a lift. I'm feeling so much love for my itty bitty Mama [RS bleep]. :) I don't mind a little sag or unevenness at all. I'm blown away how much they actually did snap back already, I really thought they would not do well. They continue to change.... To be continued. :) Updated on 8 Jun 2018: With 400cc implants right before surgery and then 4 weeks After Explant. This really blows me away. Such a difference and I feel a million times better.

A little over 5 years ago, I got breast implants in order to feel more confident about myself. I knew almost immediately that I'd made a huge mistake but I wanted to give myself time to see if I could learn to love them. I developed cc on my right breast but it was tolerable but a bit uncomfortable and hard. I have enough breast tissue to hide it well. I planned on getting them removed but ended up getting pregnant and breastfeeding for 2.5 years. During that time, I ended up getting cc in my left breast but it was far worse than the right. The implant migrated up my chest and developed a "knuckle" at the top of it, which is very visible. I've been in pain every day since this happened. I've weaned my daughter and I'm ready to have my body back to myself. No more fake bags of plastic. I'm so ready to get this weight off my chest. Pun intended. Updated on 13 Mar 2018: Updated on 22 Mar 2018: With less than 24 hours to go, I'm feeling anxious and ready to get these toxic bags out of my body! The timing is perfect because my left breast has been aching like crazy this past week. The worst decision of my life is almost behind me. This time tomorrow, I'll be implant free and the healing can begin. Emotionally, physically and spiritually. Updated on 23 Mar 2018: The surgery wnet very well. Dr. Busby was able to get all of the scar tissue out with the implant. I'm pretty uncomfortable from the lift but I feel so much better already . Right before I went back to the OR, my boyfriend got down on one knee and proposed!!! Definitely a day to remember! Updated on 23 Mar 2018: Here's a couple photos of the capsulectomy. If anyone has sudden illness symptoms, I recommend looking up breast implants illness. These were making me sick! Updated on 24 Mar 2018: All of this is expected. I'm not bleeding much into my drains so that's good. My bottom incisions and ribs are the most sore today. I didn't expect the rib pain but it's totally tolerable. I slept surprisingly well last night too. Updated on 25 Mar 2018: I seriously got the best night's sleep last night! Better than I've slept in months! I was worried about having to sleep on my back but it hasn't been an issue at all. Updated on 27 Mar 2018: I went and had my drains pulled this morning. I'm feeling much more like myself today. I saw my breasts for the first time and though they are bruised and much different looking, I'm quite pleased with the results. There appears to be some slight asymmetry with my nipples but my breasts were asymetrical to begin with. I'm sure things will settle down over the next few months as well. Updated on 30 Mar 2018: I'm really beginning to enjoy my new silhouette. Updated on 4 Apr 2018: Things are starting to settle. My right breast is settling quicker than my left. Overall, still very pleased with my results and aftercare from my surgeon. Updated on 4 Apr 2018: Updated on 4 Apr 2018: Updated on 12 Apr 2018: Here is my 3 week update photo. The scabs along the incision lines are starting to fall away revealing the new pink skin. My right breast is dropping quicker than my left but it is and always has been slightly larger. I still have some wrinkling and puckering of the skin above my areolas but I've read that it can take awhile for the skin to settle so I'm not concerned. I think the hardest part of my recovery has been not being able to work out and pick my daughter up. It's hard being cooped up in a house with a toddler that you can't pick up! I will be able to soon though and I'm really looking forward to it! Oh, and wearing a normal bra again! So over sports bras! Updated on 20 Apr 2018: Posting my 4 week update. I went to the gym last night and did some lower body stuff and walked on the treadmill. My endurance is way down. I still get pretty tired in the afternoons. I definitely feel like I'll still healing and there has been some pain along the bottom left incision. I'm just taking it easy and giving myself time. Updated on 27 Apr 2018: Not much to report as far as things look but they FEEL way different. So soft yet firm. I can't stop squeezing them. I am so pleased with my results! Updated on 27 Apr 2018: Updated on 13 Jul 2018: Hello all! On the 23rd, it will be 4 months since my surgery. Things are going really well! My breasts have settled in to a quite nice shape. I'm enjoying being able to wear flirty little tops this summer without huge breasts! I have some skin on the upper pole of the breasts that is still slightly "wrinkled" around the areola but my surgeon assured me that it will relax eventually. Also, my nipples seems to get hard at different times now when I get cold. My left one doesn't get hard as much as it used to. Still very pleased with my results. My vertical scar is starting to fade. Updated on 16 Nov 2018: Everything is settled to it's final look. The scars are starting to fade nicely. I have feeling in both nipples again. Really, couldn't be happier. My back has gone away and my breast implant illness symptoms have too. Updated on 28 May 2019: As you can see, I'm all healed! My breasts have really rounded out and everything looks natural. I couldn't be happier. If you're on the fence about this surgery, just go for it! My quality of life has improved significantly!

Hello all! I can't begin to describe how much this sight has helped me during me 6 week wait for explant. Just had procedure yesterday and so far so very good. Quite a bit of pain, pain pills making me itchy, but super happy it's done. I am wrapped with drains 4 more days so no after pics yet. Have before pic now. More to come. Oh, Dr. Busby, the Oregon clinic. He's great! Updated on 15 Nov 2016: The encouraging thing is they look better off camera.(; you get the idea. Excited to heal. Feels liberating. Time will heal and fluff! Updated on 3 Dec 2016:

I have had silicone above the muscle implants for 8 years. I just had them removed 4 days ago by Dr. Busby in Portland, OR. I had them removed because I have been in ill health for several years since getting implanted. I made my decision to remove my implants about two years ago but did not have the funding to do so at that time and have been planning my life around it since then. In the meantime I found the FB group "Breast Implant Illness and Healing Official Group." When I joined last November there were 1000 members, now there are over 2000 members. Some members are much sicker than I am some are less, some are there just to do their research before getting implanted. I found that there are many women just like me with stories that mirror mine. I am completely sure that implant removal was the right decision for me. What needed to be in order prior to surgery: time off work, insurance coverage, flex spending card coverage, help to and from surgery, prepared meals in refrigerator, tight wrap for after surgery, tight sports bra (front opening best), medications filled, help to post op appointment, Cholase for constipation caused by narcotics, Turmeric tea: coconut milk, turmeric, ginger and pepper made into a tea to be used as an anti- inflammatory, comfortable pants (yoga pants), zip front top. Prior to making my appointment with my PS I researched my insurance to understand my coverage. I found that implants were covered for removal if the patient had class III or IV contracture or a combination of complications. Also, I was not sure if my implants were ruptured or not. My mammogram showed that they were not ruptured but I read stories from women who's mammograms read normal and they were ruptured. Rupture was another implication for insurance coverage. Dr. Busby sent a narrative to my insurance company and since I had class IV contracture they approved. From what I have researched the best way to insure recovery is to have the complete capsule removed enbloc. I knew that I needed to find a PS that could do that. I researched lifts but I honestly can not afford a lift and my health is my number one concern. But as far as lifts it is best to let your breast tissue settle for 6 to 12 mos before deciding on a lift because it takes that long for them to reshape or "fluff." I decided to go with Dr. Busby because he had removed implants enbloc for another patient on this site a few years ago and I had already met him twice and was impressed by his disposition. He is very kind and straightforward and did not try to talk me out of the procedure or to into anything else and has over 20 years experience. My surgery took close to 4 hours. I was wrapped in gauze with drains and an ace bandage and sent home after time in the recovery room. I had to be at the surgery center at 6:15 am and was home by noon. The surgery consisted of an incision under each breast, the incision was a little longer than normal due to the enbloc procedure. The implants were removed then the capsules were removed. It felt like someone had scraped my ribs when I got home. It was very sore even with medication. I was happy about this because I wanted to make sure he got every bit of the capsule which he reported he did. The implants were shown to me after the procedure and were completely in tact. They were a yellow color. I remember when they were implanted they were a clear see through whitish color like Tupperware. The first two days consisted of staying on top of the drains, meds (pain, cholase and antibiotic), drinking plenty of water and getting sleep. On Sunday I was actually feeling pretty good. I quit pain meds by the afternoon. I pretty much slept all day Sunday. Today is the 5th day and I was able to have the drains removed. It felt great to have them gone. The nurse removed my dressings and I saw my chest for the first time. I just glanced down and saw two concave breasts and that was enough for me. I didn't want to see. Maybe another day when I feel brave enough. The incisions are healing well, very happy about that. I will post more soon. Updated on 2 Mar 2016: I'm feeling great considering what I just went through. I went back to work yesterday and had enough energy to get through the day. I had to learn quickly how to be the master of camouflage because with my sports bra and binder I am as flat as a board. I can feel tingling from time to time in my right breast which is the one with the contracture. It kind of feels like my nerves are trying to fuse together. Again, I can't believe how well I am doing. I will wait a full month before I start detoxing. I am going to treat myself with care in the meantime by drinking lots of water, eating paleo, taking brief walks and getting extra sleep. I plan on going on an antifungal protocol, then chelation therapy. I will work with a ND to help get me through. I was brave enough to take a look yesterday as I was getting dressed. I was shocked to see that my breasts weren't indented like they were the day before and they have a little fullness. I am not sure if this is serum or my tissue. I took photos and will post. I know it will take 6 months to a year for my skin to tighten up and my breasts to "fluff" if they are going to. In the meantime I am going to keep them bound for the next 8 weeks and try to be as patient as possible without getting upset about how they look. Updated on 3 Mar 2016: This is my first down day since explant. I woke up in the middle of the night overheated and my chest was sore. I ripped the binder off and opened the window and fell back asleep. Today my legs are weak and my hands, shoulders and neck are sore. Typical to what would happen prior to explant. My chest feels like it has been beaten. I know this is part of the process. Just want to document it for all of you who are researching. Updated on 5 Mar 2016: Since I had such a painful day on day 7 that I decided to contact a ND sooner than I planned and set up a consult for a healing protocol. I got a next day appointment. After meeting the Dr. and being seated in the consult room the Dr. asked me what brought me to see her. I froze and stuttered. I could not pull any words out of my mouth. I started bawling. I had no idea this ball of emotion was going to come flowing out. I was so embarassed. The Dr.was awesome though and blamed it on the rooms "energy" to make me feel better. We laughed. I realized after I left that I've been fighting this battle for such a long time. Its taken so much from me and here I am. I finally removed the horrible implants and I want to get well. I want to get well now! I know it's not as easy as that. I'm going to need to fight back and do all I can to regain my health. I also know it's not going to be a cake walk. More emotion: My biggest desire is to be able to run and work out again and make my weak body strong without getting sick or taking days to recouperate, that would be complete heaven, or is heaven to have more have good days than bad? On the brighter side my pain was not as pronounced as day 6. Updated on 16 Mar 2016: My energy levels are still low but that is not abnormal for me. Still keeping a positive outlook that I'm going to beat this. The pain from the surgery and incisions went away about 5 days ago. I can sleep on my side now. It's great! I had my 2.5 week post op and everything looks good. I'm happy with my incisions. I think my chest is a little smaller than from the first post op photos. Swelling must have gone down. I'm definitely smaller in a sports bra now than I was pre BA. I had a mini lift through my areola when I augmented but could never tell because the weight of the implants. I notice the mini lift now that they are out and think they will look fine once the fluff back into shape (at least I'm hoping!). I haven't sized myself for a regular bra yet. They are still changing so I'll wait. They are slightly indented in the morning but I 'lightly' rub coconut oil on them and they fluff out. My PS said that will happen for quite a few more mos. I got the go ahead to use Vit E or mederma on my scars. I'm using Vit E. I heard it works great and don't want any more chemicals in my system. My mood has been up and down. I'm so glad I finally removed the implants but it's hard to be up when I'm constantly exhausted. **positive changes to note. My feet and legs have not swelled since explant, I no longer have a weird dirty chemical scent coming from my armpits ( horrifying), and I've lost a few pounds and that's not just the 3lb weights I was carrying around on my chest. Total win. I feel lighter and look thinner now. The implants made me look too heavy and I'm short waisted to most tops did not work for me with implants. Now I can wear just about anything except my old tops, funny.

Hello there to all you ladies! I love all your reviews ! Everyone single one of them! So amazing to me...(My review will be pretty short and sweet! ) I have had breast implants for 9 years. Under muscle. 330 cc. No kids. No weight changes really but for about 5 or 10 pounds. Im 5'4 and about 135 ish. I was an A or B cup before and a C or D cup now. For the past 5 years I have been thinking of taking these implants out. I just want to be me again. I want my natural little babies back! I think there something really powerful for women to do. By taking back that power. Im really excited for the day I can be me again... I have read lots of reviews on here and are so taken with all I have read! So amazing to me! Updated on 14 Aug 2013: Im so happy I got my breast implants removed! It feels soooo amazing! Highly recommend and I feel soo good about myself and my choice to take them out!. I cant believe I didn't do it sooner! Very happy results. They look the same as before. maybe better because there swollen. lol!! Well happy explanting girls!

Hi All, My personal experience mirrors many of yours - I wanted my silicone implants at the time I got them (12 years ago, 34A to 34C) but now I am older, more confident and it's time to go back to natural. And I could not be more thrilled! I am so thrilled about the idea that I'm scared I'm not thinking through all the repercussions. So please ladies, can you provide me with advice to deal with the transition? Here are some questions about my worries: - how differently did you're clothes fit? was that difficult? - did you buy pads for your bras? - did you have to explain it to co-workers / friends? (a number of them don't know, and I just realized that a lot more women probably do this procedure in the winter, huh?) - do other people look at you like something is different but they just can't put their finger on it? - should I start wearing baggy tops or try to squish down my boobs to make the transition easier? - was it hard to adjust to looking at your new proportions in the mirror? I would love to hear about your experiences or any advice you might have. Thank you kindly, Emmarie Updated on 22 May 2013: In full disclosure, while I'm from Portland (technically born in CA, but I don't tell many people in OR that for reasons you would understand - I moved there when I was 2 and I'm 5th generation Oregonian on my mom's side) AND I'm getting the procedure done in Portland, I am currently living back east (where they call DC, "Washington" and say "bless her heart" before ripping into someone!). All that to say, I am not living in a LA or Miami, but a place that is just as outdoorsy as Portland. And to be honest, I think it was yoga that really got me thinking about the removal more seriously. There is something about connecting to your body that made me realize, these things are really getting in the way! And I do abide by the Oregon vibe and have felt many times that with the travel I want to do, the outdoor sports and just being comfortable hiking and camping that the "plastic" just doesn't mesh with these activities and makes me really self conscious. So why am I doing this procedure in Portland? Well, I live in a pretty small town and I would not be comfortable going to any place near here. So why am I doing this procedure in Portland? Well, I live in a pretty small town and I would not be comfortable going to any place near here. Plus I am going back to the practice (not the doctor but the same practice) where I got the implants done. I will be staying with my parents and my mom is a recently retired nurse. I know this is probably different from a number of women's experiences who did plenty of solid research into finding the right ps. I'm not taking this lightly, but I do trust the practice (the first nurse I spoke when I was considering this looked up my record and remembered me) and I am very happy to do this at my parents' home where I can recover in peace. I will be meeting with the ps the Thursday before the procedure and will have plenty of questions for him to make sure I am comfortable going through the surgery with him. Although this is probably not typical, I think this is the right circumstances for me. Updated on 18 Jun 2013: I feel they look better in person - hard to get a good angle. Anyhow, looking forward to updating with after photos! Updated on 18 Jun 2013: Less than two weeks until my procedure. I really can't wait until it's done and I'm on my way to recovery. So many things to look forward to, - I will be able to give hugs without doing an awkward lean in - I will get to wear strappy dresses without fearing that someone will notice - I will be able to wear button up shirts without worrying about gaps - I will be able to plan trips abroad without having a nagging thought: "what if something goes wrong with an implant?" - I won't be afraid of skinny dipping - I will be able to lay flat on a massage table and not feel I'm being 'propped up' - I won't have to have to explain them to a lover ever again - I won't have to keep this secret from friends - I will be get to run, hike, and practice yoga without worrying about extra support - and do it all a few pounds lighter! - I will be 100% biodegradable!!! Those are the things that are top-of-mind - I know there are plenty of others! Updated on 24 Jun 2013: By this time next week (11:00am PT), I should be home from surgery (heart palpitation!!). Very excited and getting nervous. Hoping everything will go well! I know I will have to take it easy afterwards for a while, that scares me just as much. I had hernia surgery years ago (before my implants even) and I remember I played tennis about a month afterwards and I just did a lot of damage by doing too much too soon. I really don't want to make a same mistake, but I also wonder how I'm going to handle getting out of my regular exercise routine (which keeps me sane in so many ways). I guess it will be best to take it one day at a time and listen to my body. Updated on 24 Jun 2013: I wanted to load more photos since I thought the other ones look dark on my computer. Also I think it will be interesting comparing the sports bra 'before' and wearing the same one 'after' (how different will it look?! I'm having trouble imagining...). I wanted to show the ripple I have one my right breast (really noticeable in these new pics, I think) - I'm very, very self conscious about it, that only started in the last 2 years. It fluctuates on how noticeable it is - which seems odd to me, anyone else have this experience?. Will be SO happy that will be gone! But I wonder if that will cause complications with the removal... Updated on 30 Jun 2013: Well, I'm here in Portland waiting for the surgery. I had my pre-op consultation with Dr. Busby on Thursday and came away just FULL of emotion. I didn't update this 'review' because I wanted time to digest the information and me spewing my emotions didn't seem to be the best solution for calming myself (that's what breathing exercises are for - and whiskey). I feel better now, more that I am resign to getting it done and resign to the consequences (short term and long term). And when I say 'resign,' please don't get me wrong, this is something that I REALLY want. I have no ambivalence about that, but especially since the consultation, I have had to accept the fact that this will be a big change, it will take work and time to adjust, and they may not be perfect. This may be cynical, but I would rather be pleasantly surprised than disappointed. That all said, here is how the consultation went, - I met the ladies in the office who I've been talking to for weeks now, they could not be nicer! - Dr. Busby was very professional, but also personable. He asked me about myself, talked about his daughter, and just put me at ease. - Because of how long I had the implants in (since 2001) they are doing capsulectomies and I will have drains in at least until Wednesday (when I have my follow up) - The surgery will be through the bottom half of the nipple, there is low chance of nerve damage (some of which I have from the implant which was done through the top half of the nipple). This is the method he prefers and has been successful - Dr. Busby also went through all the "warnings" with me, and this is where I got nervous: I don't have too much breast tissue so I will be pretty small (I weighed more when I got them put in too), the nipple location will most likely change, there is a chance that the nipple will collapse and I will have to see a doctor, there might be hemorrhaging, and the warnings seemed to go on (eek!!!). So I would say, if you want a doctor to sugar coat everything, maybe Dr. B is not the one for you. But I think that's better than promising the moon. Things can go wrong! It's better to be cautious and better to treat the matter seriously. Dr. Busby asked me point blank why I wanted them out. I was a little taken aback by this question, although when I think about it, day in and day out he probably mostly deals with women who REALLY want them in - and there must have been a reason why I got them in the first place, right? I told him truthfully that they just aren't me anymore and they just don't fit my lifestyle. He nodded and said "well, we'll take care of you." He also mentioned earlier that if I'm not happy with the results, the only way to correct that is to put in new implants. He added that he thinks he only has had one patient who opted to put in implants again after not being happy with the results - I think that says a lot! So in less than 11 hours, I'll be going into surgery. I'll try to keep my nerves in check and hydrate (until midnight that is!). Hopefully I can get some sleep. Here is to the start of something new! Updated on 1 Jul 2013: The wait is finally over - well, I have an hour and a half to go, but heading to the surg center now. Didn't sleep all that well, but glad it's early in the day! Hope all will go smoothly getting these puppies out. Will let you all know. See you on the flip side! (Deep breath, deep breath) Updated on 2 Jul 2013: I'm flat. Wow, I'm flat! But it is all me in there (well besides the drains), And that makes me happy! The first 12 hours were kinda rough. I barely made it out of the car ride home before I threw up. I wasn't able to keep anything down for every long until late last night around 10p. I kept drinking water and juice though - and they did give me anti-nausea meds which seemed to help - oh and they gave me to take home these cool puke bags with wide mouth that self seal afterwards, pretty sweet! Now starting day two, I am super sore! Hoping it will get better with some Advil because I really don't want to take the oxycodine if I don't have to. Also, it's my little brother's birthday and I'm hoping to go out to dinner tonight. Maybe pushing it, but I'll make that decision later today. Just want to concentrate on healing now! Updated on 2 Jul 2013: Sore but good Updated on 3 Jul 2013: Went to the doctor today for my follow up & got my drains removed, yay! He said that the skin looks really good, a lot of elasticity, and they should bounce back well. One thing I didn't realize was the incision site. I honestly thought he meant it was going to be on the lower part of the nipple, not the breast. No crying over incision sites now, but that was a bit of a shock when I realized where the tape was going. I did run an errand with my mom afterwards and ran into some people that haven't seen me in a long time. I'm happy to report that people actually don't focus on the boobies all the time! They actually look you in the eye! I know, even more shocking! Still going to be an adjustment with clothes and all, but I think this is going to work out just fine! Updated on 5 Jul 2013: Four days post and feeling good! Almost too good, I need to be sure I don't over do it! I 'jogged' across the street yesterday and it felt like I had two sandbags on me! They may be small but the loose skin is no joke and it was a good lesson to learn - no matter how supportive the bra! Things are almost back to normal routine, minus the exercise, but that will come in time. I also think My feeling more comfortable in my clothes will come in time... I am feeling a little self conscious and out of shape, but I did just get my period the day after surgery, so thanks for that double whammy universe! As for the healing, so far I think the right is doing a little better than the left, but I hope it will catch up. (Reminder to self: it's only been 4 days!!!) Still I am so happy I have my energy back - and can't thank this community enough for your support! Updated on 6 Jul 2013: On a bit of a whim, I decided to weigh myself in the middle of the day (something I normally only do in the morning). Rationally this makes sense, but still I had a complete jaw drop to see I weighed 3 pounds under my usual weight. Three pounds less weight on my chest?! Wow, to think of all that 'weight training' I've done while running with these bags! I can't wait to start up again (I know, I promised to wait at least 4 weeks)! This journey is just full of little surprises and adjustments! Updated on 9 Jul 2013: Just in case someone out there is reading this review very closely. I mentioned I took Advil for pain at first. I found out from my PS this is the wrong choice as it quickly thins the blood - something you don't want to do when you have incisions! Tylenol (acetaminophen) is the better choice.

I've had two c-sections 10 years apart and lost 71 lbs after the last c-section. I am having a breast lift & tummy tuck. Because of my height I opted to lift my breasts instead of putting implants in. I still have a good amount of breast tissue mixed in with all that sag ;) Currently I am in a size 4 pants. Updated on 29 Aug 2012: I'm two days out & starting to feel very overwhelmed by this whole process. I feel like I am missing lots of things - slightly paranoid since I will basically be relying on my teen son to take care of me. I've wanted this procedure since originally losing all 71 lbs of pregnancy weight & I know it will be just fine - I'm really nervous. I don't have a recliner & my bed is pretty high. I think I might end up sleeping on the couch for a week...ugg. Any thoughts & suggestions would be helpful. I read lots of stories & most of them are uplifting and reassuring - some make me worry as I have two kids & a father to take care of by myself. Updated on 30 Aug 2012: Surgery is tomorrow - I spoke with my surgeon today so I am feeling better about all of this. I think I might actually be ready to go!

I got breast implants in May of 2004 in Portland. They are 400 cc, smooth, high profile, saline, above the muscle implants. I got them sophomore year in college. Back then it was the best thing I ever did for my self confidence. In March of 2009 the left breast started feeling like it was falling out of my skin, and i got this faint but irritating burning sensation. Its since traveled over to the left quite a bit and gotten worse over time. And it burns behind my nipple. There is also this VERY strange sensation behind the implant. When I flex both my pectoral muscles, they feel like two totally different movements btwn the sides. It sort of feels like there is a "dark hole" behind my left implant. Like i can't access that area with my brain and feel it. It feels like I am not flexing my pec at all. Perhaps I've lost the feeling in my muscle?? But there is a constant strange pain sensation. Keep in mind that my implants are ON TOP of the muscle. So strange. I can't wear bikinis with strings that go around the neck. It hurts. In fact, I think my posture has totally suffered. I'm always hunched over. Shoulders always tense. When I lay on my back you could drive a boat show through my boobs, the implants travel deep into the side pocket. It hurts. I have not been able to sleep pain free with no tight sports bra for over 10 years. I need some liberation. I want to look in the mirror and see myself. And see the beauty I was given. I just want to look in the mirror and see a happy girl. Not weighed down by tacky conversation topics. I'm tired of being in a category where its socially appropriate to touch my breasts. By strangers. I'm righteously tired of the question of "are they real", which I used to interpret as a sign of a good job, which I do have a really REALLY nice set of natural looking boobs. (just not when there's movement within them, then, then they look like crap. Like wrinkly sandwich baggies) I think that breaking up with my current self is going to be challenging. Ive been CRYING A LOT. Letting go of who I've been for the last 10 years hurts. But I'm ready to emerge, to dust off the ashes and start age 30 with a fresh beginning. I have a consultation scheduled next week (Sept 29th 2014) with Dr Busby in Portland. He is the doctor that took over my original surgeon's practice a few years ago. My original surgeon was Dr Melvin, who is fantastic btw, but he has since retired. I have a consultation and surgery also scheduled for Nov. 3rd / Nov. 4th with Dr. Lenny Roudner in Miami Florida. He came highly recommended by a good friend of mine. I don't want a lift. I am really trying to avoid that. In fact, I'm quite sure I'm gonna take my chances with the deflated condom look. I don't want to lose any more of my body, and I don't want anymore cyborg parts. I waffled for a while btwn just getting a downsize. I thought that maybe some nice 200 cc under the muscle would be a good transition. But I've decided to try just one year without them. Just one. And I can always get new ones? Right? Updated on 27 Sep 2014: I've posted a couple pictures. 3 current 1 pre op. Updated on 27 Sep 2014: This is what happens when I lay down. I took this picture for my boyfriend, I was trying to get a good angle of hiding my cold sore, and didn't realize the atrocity happening to my left breast. I saw this pic and finally made the decision. Omg. How un-sexy =( Updated on 29 Sep 2014: Hi! I just had my consultation with Dr. Busby at the Oregon Clinic here in Portland. I've decided to push my surgery date up. By one month. I like him, he's the gentleman that took over Dr. Melvin's practice who was my original surgeon. So, now I don't know how to edit my surgeon. It will be Dr Busby instead of Dr. Roudner. Dr Roudner's office called me this morning to send me the out of town paperwork to fill out. And I'd been waiting on a call back from their office since last monday. I decided two weeks ago to have the explant instead of going with my original plan of downsizing. So I called them on Monday to revise my appt. And they acted like it was a huge deal and told me they would have to call me back. What difference does it make? He's going to be doing that EXACT procedure ANYWAY... But they didn't call me back. They let me worry that they were going to possible cancel my appt. And I am already married to this decision. I called them back on Wednesday of last week. They didn't return my phone call. SO i called them again on friday, and they didn't return my call. Until today. Monday. Well, in that time I made another appt with Dr Busby. Getting back to me in a timely fashion is apparently quite important to me, especially when dealing with the notion of chopping my breasts off. A return phone call would be nice. Before a weeks time has gone by. So, they finally called me this morning. And the consultation lady, who was very very nice, tried to hard sell me on a lift. Now I know she must have tons of experience working FOR a plastic surgeon, and probably has a very trustworthy opinion, however, it just didn't work for me. I sent her pictures of my breasts. The same ones you all see here. And perhaps, yes, if i want perfect 14 year old teenager boobs, a lift would be the way to go. But I'm gonna try my luck with what I got for now. But my goals are to heal and get healthy and not be in pain ASAP. And I want babies. I am about to turn 30 and I want a litter of babies and I want to breast feed. That is the MOST important thing to me. I read a LOT of ladies' reviews on here regarding the decision of a lift post explant or not. And i did the ptosis test. To BE SURE that my nipple is above the inframammory fold. And it is. They hang down kind of low, so i would say pseudo ptosis according to the handy chart I saw. I don't think I need a lift at this point to accomplish my goals. Again, the lady this morning on the phone was super nice. SUPER NICE. But I don't want to be told that I'm going to be disappointed with my decision because my skin is all stretched out. I KNOW THIS ALREADY! I'm not hoping for a miracle. But I am hoping for support and a team of medical professionals that stand behind what I want. And then I went to the consultation at Dr Busby's. The whole team was phenomenal. And they can get me in on thursday. Wow. The consultation was seamless. He of course warmed me and had me sign all kinds of paperwork that the risk for not having implants put in is higher for like unflattering stuff. Seemed like law suit preventative paper-work (sign here that YES you understand you are at risk for depression if you don't like the saggy deflated look) Well I'm already depressed with them. This step to freedom is one of many at rediscovering the love for myself that I know is in there, hiding behind the superficial mountains weighing down my chest (and psyche). Updated on 2 Oct 2014: And I am freaked out. I have a laundry list of reasons why I'm doing this, and there is something in my head that keeps asking "Why are you REALLY doing this?".. And I guess I wont know until its in the past. Until it comes out in the wash. But whatever it is, its gotta be a good reason? Right? My sub conscience isn't supposed to sabotage me? I'm so terrified. SO SO SO scared. Updated on 5 Oct 2014: Its Sunday. I'm pretty foggy on the last few days. I've been in A LOT of pain. And very sick. Vomiting all day yesterday. Friday night I had back spasms that felt like mu muscles wrapping around my spine were shaking so hard and splitting my body in half. I have drainage tubes in. And I have not seen under the bandages yet. Updated on 5 Oct 2014: What I can see under my bandages looks a little sad. It hurts like crazy. Updated on 6 Oct 2014: I had my post op app this morning. Dr Busby pulled the drainage tubes out and let me go home in a sports bra. Said I could stop the antibiotics if I wanted, thank god because they were making me feel soooo sick. I'm stopping the narcotic painkillers too. Those make me feel ick ick ick icky. Everything feels so weird. The muscles feel strange. Even typing this entry is registering different sensations in my arm crease. Starting to feel some emotional pain. My soul sister is coming up to visit me for three days. Really looking forward to some vibrational healing and awesomeness. Here's pics fresh from today. Ouch. Updated on 6 Oct 2014: Updated on 11 Oct 2014: Its been just over a week since the explant. Its been an emotional journey, to say the very very least. Everything is still pretty sore and tender inside. My incisions itch like crazy. I can finally lift my arms above my head, but I can't do a subsequent stretch once they're extended. Maybe next week. Still don't feel comfortable attempting yoga or driving. I got a GREAT sports bra from Lululemon. Its the black one pictured. It clips in the front, and is made so no spillage happens in the 'down dog' pose. Its great, no wrinkly skin creeps out. I originally got some thick hard shelled sports bra, it was the only one I could find in a hurry when I was on my way to have my drains taken out. Ill use it when I don't have incisions. I think the incisions look fine. There is an incision and a drainage hole on both sides. I think they are staying clean and not oozy. I still can't shower though. Only taking half deep baths. My breasts feel lumpy. But the lumps hurt, so I haven't tried to massage them. I've been putting "immortelle", Melissa (lemon balm), and Helichrysum essential oils on my breasts. And a little argan oil. I try to stay away from chemical products. Suggestions besides the essential oils that I'm using? Should I start using lotion? Or wait until the incisions have had a bit more time to heal before I get things like that close to them. I keep the oils away from the incisions. Updated on 24 Oct 2014: Has anyone broken out in mysterious hives? Starting 6 days ago, i looked in the mirror and found that I had this rash-ish presentation. Its NOT on the surface of the skin. It is like a webbing of redness and blotchiness under the skin. Its on my from and back. Neck to hips... I've never heard of a latent reaction to stuff? Has anyone had this mysterious reaction? I mean, if it was an allergic reaction to the surgery/anesthesia/bandages it would have presented sooner right? It doesn't itch. It doesn't hurt. It fades and gets redder through out the day.

Hello everyone, I am so happy to have found this site. I have had large breast for a long time and after having my daughter almost 9 months ago, they have not gone done in size! I am now a 40H and so uncomfortable (back issues, rashes ect). I scheduled a consultation for Oct. 2nd with Dr . Busby And am hoping to get my insurance bcbs to cover the surgery! I may add I am 5'3 and 200lbs since its so hard to exercise and I hate shopping since its near impossible to find clothing that fits right. I'm excited to see what's to come but really scared!! I have never been put to sleep but have had a c-section I was awake though. My worst fear is not waking up :( I can handle pain but the thought of being put to sleep scares me so much also know they are cutting through my boobs doesn't settle to well. Lol any advise is much appreciated and thank you all for sharing your stories. Updated on 27 Sep 2013: So obsessed with this site now! Lol I can't wait for my appointment so I can get some answers. Updated on 1 Oct 2013: Tomorrow is my consultation, I am so excited and can't wait to ask a bunch of questions. Since I made the appointment I haven't been able to sleep at all! Then my boyfriend on Saturday proposed! So I've just been so so excited. :) I'm hoping by my wedding I will have smaller boobs and more options on dresses:) we are planning 12.13.14 to get married, so I have some time.any really good questions I should ask tomorrow? Thanks! Updated on 2 Oct 2013: I just got down with my consultation and i was extremely nervous! Dr Busby, seemed fairly confident I will be covered by insurance since they are SL large for my frame.. He would be taking approx 2lbs from each! Surgery is on the books already too for November 15 if goes well. Updated on 2 Oct 2013: No bra. Oct.2nd Updated on 4 Oct 2013: Pretty bummed.. Dr Busbys office called..they have to change my date for surgery and it sounds like they are just sending my info in today:/ Updated on 7 Oct 2013: I am still waiting to hear back from my insurance.. The PS seemed fairly sure I would be approved, it hasn't even been a full week yet but I am so anxious! Haha. I may call tomorrow myself to insurance just to check in. During the day when I am home with my daughter I keep reminding myself of all the things I'm not going to be able to do and it scares me..I pick her up a lot, bend over, give her a bath ect. I hope I will be able to do some of these tasks soonish after.:( anybody else have the surgery while having little one at home? Updated on 10 Oct 2013: This is just so gross, but does anybody get yeast infections in their armpits?! I didn't even know that was possible: ( I've been on antibiotics for 2 weeks now and they still itch like crazy. My PS said, with larger breast woman can get these under their breasts and armpits. I was wondering if anybody could relate. Thanks! Updated on 12 Oct 2013: Did any of you ladies have a breast reduction with having a small child / baby at home to take care of? My daughter will be 10 months old for when I have my surgery. How long until I will be able to hold her? Thanks. Updated on 19 Oct 2013: My mom let me know a letter came in the mail today at her house from insurance, so I got really excited but it wasn't a approval letter just unimportant paperwork:/ I feel like I'm hearing more and more ladies say they didn't get covered lately and I'm so scared! I want this more than anything!!! I'm calling Monday, they said I should hear from them no later than the 22nd and that's Tuesday , so I'm wondering what's going on. I hope I get approved, I need this bad. Did you ladies have to have long term documentation to get the surgery covered? Have any of you been denied/ what for?thanks ladies!!:) Updated on 19 Oct 2013: October 19th 2013 Updated on 22 Oct 2013: I got a letter yesterday saying they need more information:/ so I've been on the phone all day contacting providers I've seen that may be of help in my case. Its been hard since everybody is busy and I'm so anxious lol! I hope I have enough info to get approved. Did any of you ladies have to contact previous Dr, chiropractor ect and get them to send info to insurance? Updated on 25 Oct 2013: I got a call today at 4:35pm that I had been approved!!! I am thrilled and still in shock. I will have the surgery, November 22nd and spend the night one night. I have a lot of plans for post op, figuring out care for my daughter, car for me, clean house ect. I am so excited, but so so scared!!! I think it really helped that I had my Dr . send in past history with the chiropractor and primary Dr. I have my pre op November 11, anything specific I should ask? Updated on 31 Oct 2013: I have my surgery scheduled for the 22nd of November and haven't felt nervous until now. It has just really sunk in that this is really going to happen! My worst fears are..not waking up, being confused when I wake up, the tubes and the care for my daughter while I recover. I would love to talk with some ladies about how they overcame the anxiety (if possible) before surgery. Thanks!! Updated on 11 Nov 2013: Had my pre op today..10days till surgery! I am so nervous, it will be here in no time. I got a lot of questions answered from my PS. Anybody have a recommendation for a post op bra? Updated on 17 Nov 2013: The 22nd is just around the corner...I have been "nesting" for the surgery, trying to get everything perfect. Updated on 20 Nov 2013: Okay, I have today then tomorrow until the big day! Yikes! I feel like I have so much stuff still to do. Any last minute things you found helpful for you before surgery? Updated on 21 Nov 2013: Today is the last day I will have these boobs, it seems so surreal. Last night we had a little "going away" celebration, got lots of pictures to look back at:) Updated on 21 Nov 2013: I won't probably have time in the morning to get on here, so see you all on the smaller side!!!;) Updated on 23 Nov 2013: Its 3am here and I got done with surgery back last night around 3. I feel amazing, my pain is under control, when I look down I am so thrilled! I get to see them In the morning and get my tubes out, I will be happy to be in my own bed. Thanks for all the support ladies and look forward to hearing from my boobie buddy!:) Updated on 23 Nov 2013: Pics Updated on 23 Nov 2013: Just got see them for the first time..I can't even believe my eyes! I am so happy:) Updated on 25 Nov 2013: Anybody get lipo on the sides of your breasts? I did and it's so swollen and bruised. Any tips to help this? Also I'm still just wearing a gauze wrap and changing the inside padding alot because I keep leaking through, are you supposed to clean the incisions?Do you have to get a surgical bra or will a supportive sports bra work? Sorry for long post just need some help Updated on 25 Nov 2013: Can you ice your breast 3 days post op? Cleaning incision tips? Updated on 27 Nov 2013: Things are going pretty good, I had my post op appointment yesterday my PS said everything looks great and that he took about 5lbs off all together! I'm still very sore and am starting to get itchy, this really is the best decision ever!:) Updated on 19 Dec 2013: I went to the doctor and found out I had a infection in my right boob so he had prescribed me antibiotics. 2 days later I was in so much pain and it was so red and swollen I went in and (without telling me he was going to) cuts the area open and pulls out the infected stitches. So now I have a dime size hole that's pretty deep and set back a few week:/ thankfully the pain now isn't as bad as it was now that he removed those stitches! Did anybody else have this?