So I had my consultation with Dr. Sajan at Allure Esthetics in Seattle. We decided on 550-650cc transaxillary under the muscle saline implants. I want to just do the go big or go home motto but I'm a little nervous but have some time to think it though. I am 24, 5'5 and 180 lbs (my goal is to be 160 before surgery). Tomorrow I am going to go ahead and book my surgery for November 11 sense I got all my time off at work approved today. I am super excited to go with this doctor and he posts a lot of his surgeries on snapchat. I'm actually totally excited to watch my own surgery. Updated on 11 Nov 2018: I just got home from Seattle and I had surgery Wednesday. I feel pretty good just sore and I'm trying to take it easy. Waking up in the morning has been the hardest part for me just because I'm stiff but once I get moving I do ok. I got to watch my surgery after which I thought was pretty cool. If i get the video back I'll post it. Iv had a lot of support which has been great because I couldnt have done it on my own. I got noticed some bruising yesterday but I think that's pretty normal. So far I'm extremely happy with the size and shape. I was stressed they were going to me massive but I think they look great on my body type.
Dr. Sajan and his staff have been amazing from start to finish. I knew from my first consultation that I wanted to trust my body and health to him for this procedure! I feel that he's a great and rare mix of very professional but also "warm and fuzzy". I'm a mom of three and gained a lot of weight during pregnancies. I've since lost all of it and really want my body to look even better than it did when I got married. Unfortunately stretch marks and extra skin don't go away. Ever. I had a breast reduction 16 years ago and was debating getting a lift with tummy tuck and liposuction. I decided to save the lift for another time. I'm quite a bit older now and was a bit concerned about the recovery, but Dr. Sajan put me completely at ease and reassured me several times that they were going to take excellent care of me and that I could call his personal cell anytime I felt I needed to. Luckily it didn't come to that because they were so thorough with explanations and because I'm pretty low maintenance in general. However, I definitely felt comfortable calling if I needed to. The office is in Ballard in the same building as UW medical. I know this is silly, but I liked how discreet that was and that no one would know I was having a cosmetic procedure done. Make sure to leave just about 5 minutes to park and get up to the office. It's not a problem at all - some Seattle parking can be such a pain. The office is beautiful and modern and shared with other doctors (I believe everyone is a plastic surgeon). There were always a few other patients in the spacious lobby, but the seating is plentiful and there are more private places to sit if that matters to you. Your first interaction will most likely be with Stephanie, the patient coordinator, who is lovely and kind. She really seems to care about her patients and will take as much time as needed to help you make financial and esthetic decisions. It really struck me how Dr. Sajan and his staff took so much time and consideration to help guide me through this process. An elective procedure like this can be harrowing and you can be plagued by indecision and doubts. You certainly don't need to be worrying about whether your doc and nurses care about you, or that you're just another notch on the stethoscope. ;) I had my surgery today and everything went as smoothly as could be! Thanks to the team at Allure I knew exactly what to expect and they executed their care of me PERFECTLY. I'll continue to post photos as I heal. This site has been invaluable as a resource and I want to give back! Good luck to you all and if you decide on Dr. Sajan and his team be assured that you'll be treated like a very good friend. My stats: 5'7" 180 lbs 40 years old Size DD bra Measurements: Chest - 40 3/8 Waist - 35 6/8 Hips - 44 Arm - 13 2/8 Forearm - 10 2/8 Thigh - 25 2/8 Calf - 16 Updated on 10 Mar 2017: Yesterday went great. The doctor's first surgery went an hour late so I checked in at 10 am instead of nine. The surgery center is very nice and is located next to Alderwood Mall. That was super convenient for my hubs as there were lots of lunch choices available. As it was, he was able to work from one of the rooms in the office. They do have WiFi available for those that need it. As always, one of the sweet nurses (Gricelda this time) was waiting for me at the door. We went over meds again, took photos and the doc marked me up. During this time I changed and then spoke with the anesthesiologist. He's another wonderful member of the staff! He actually called me a couple of days ago to go over what he'd be doing to keep me comfortable and nausea free. I've only had one surgery in my life and I was super sick afterward. He made sure that I wasn't this time - and thank goodness for that! He just cemented the feeling that I had an entire team of people who have my best interests at heart and they ALL go the extra mile to make sure you know that. After that it all went pretty quickly. I fell asleep right away and woke up with very little pain. Three noteable things were that I started crying (they warned me about that) and that I felt gassy. I stopped crying within minutes but the gassy, bloated feeling persisted until evening. Everyone was very kind and comforting as I was getting ready to leave. The Dr. assured me that everything went perfectly and that I was free to head home. I noticed upon waking up that my right hand was completely numb. It was strange because it wasn't the hand with the IV. I told the doc and he said it was normal and that it'd go away within a few days. It was pretty annoying not to be able to pick things up, and I kept dropping things and bumping into my chin when trying to eat. Luckily it's almost gone now, so if this happens to you just know that it's normal and temporary! On the drive home we were stuck in horrible traffic due to an accident and what should have been a 30 minute drive to Bellevue took an hour and a half. I was in horrible pain by the time I got home. I wish that I had taken some pain meds when I first started feeling it because that was miserable! When I got home my hubby tucked me in my electric recliner (so glad I rented it!!!!), gave me some meds and a bucket load of water. I was soooo thirsty after such a long time of not having anything to drink. I didn't get hungry until 7 pm or so, and I had made some curried butternut squash soup and salad ahead of time so I'd have a delicious, light meal to eat for dinner. I think the only other thing worth mentioning is the burning sensation in my hips. It was pretty painful even with the max dose of pain meds. It probably lasted about 4-5 hours. After it stopped I noticed that the pads over the drainage sites (I didn't have drain tubes) were soaked. It may be that the burning was caused by fluid buildup and once it drained out it stopped hurting. All I know is that I was grateful when it went away! I slept on and off all day but I was surprised at how good and alert I felt. I've been taking Oxycodone for pain but the Cyclobenzaprine really helps with pain as well and helps me sleep. The Oxy doesn't make me tired or loopy at all. By the way, I think a lot of my discomfort and soreness is due to the lipo. From what I've read the lipo is more painful that the incision! Sleep last night was great, no problems at all. Husband woke me up at one and four to take meds and walk around. So far everything is going great! Updated on 14 Mar 2017: Had my post op visit yesterday, which means it was the first day I've been out of the house. Moving around is getting easier and I've felt less sore today than before. I still can't stand up straight, but that's no surprise seeing as the doc told me it'd be about two weeks before I can start trying to do that. I'm still mainly hanging out in my recliner and walking around 5 times a day for 5 min. My abdomen is obviously still very swollen but the incision is super clean. I got to see it for the first time and couldn't believe that all my stretch marks are gone!! I would most definitely do this all over again and would be much less nervous about it. It's still surgery, but the worst part for me is just keeping still and letting my husband and kids do everything. I'm trying very hard not to micro manage from my bedroom! Lol! One crazy thing that happened is that when they took my compression garment off at the clinic I broke out in a sweat and felt like I would vomit and pass out. The nurse immediately had me sit down and eat some crackers. I guess it's not unusual for that to happen. I have low blood pressure as it is and forgot to eat when I took my pain meds. Bad combo! I felt much better after a few minutes. I got to shower finally! It was heavenly to get clean, but what a process! Count on it taking a good 30-40 minutes even with someone helping you. My husband just got in with me and washed my hair and body and then helped me get dressed again. He's been so amazing and supportive through this whole thing - I can't imagine doing this alone. Also, finally had a bm and it wasn't painful at all. Just be vigilant about taking stool softeners and drinking lots of water and it'll happen. I'm also only eating green smoothies and salads for meals. I assume that's also helpful. Updated on 16 Mar 2017: Feeling good physically today - not much change from the last two days, really. I'm still extremely swollen and hunched over, but am getting around the house well when I want to. Last night I seriously felt like you could pop my stomach with a pin I was so bloated. I'm not able to stand up very long without holding on to something (because of lower back muscle pain) which gets kind of frustrating. I've tapered down to one or two pain meds a day and haven't needed any yet today. I've had two glorious BM's since tapering the meds. Unfortunately I started my period yesterday which could be adding to my glum mood. I'm pretty much needlessly irritated at everything and disappointed at the fact that I'm not progressing and healing faster. It's hard to tell if this is just part of recovery, but I'm guessing it's compounded by hormones. I'm SO glad that I don't have to worry about getting to a job in another week! I think I'd be a bundle of stress and worrying if I'd even be able to stand up straight. I'll feel so much better when I hit that milestone! Also will be amazing to be able to come out of my room. Two of my kids have coughs so the hubs is keeping me prisoner so that I don't get sick. I love that he's taking such good care of everything but I'm feeling a bit isolated! Updated on 27 Mar 2017: Wow, I really can't believe what a difference a few days can make! I feel significantly more mobile and comfortable. That's not to say I'm 100%, because I'm not quite there yet. I'll make this a short post and do another one with specific info. Here are some highlights from the past week: I finally ventured out of the house this week and drove my son to practice. I didn't have to go on the freeway and not over 40 mph. It was no big deal, but getting in and out of the car was a bit difficult. My pain level was never very high but I quit taking all meds on day nine and haven't really even needed Tylenol. I've been keeping a VERY CLOSE eye on my incision and haven't had any separations yet. I've been so, so nervous about that! Thankfully everything's fine so far! I slept in my bed last night and it was great! I even slept on my side and I had no discomfort or pain. I'm still super swollen and don't really feel comfortable in anything but yoga pants and jeggings. But I'm getting dressed so really I'm winning, right? Updated on 27 Mar 2017: I don't know why I can't make paragraphs anymore, so sorry this is a huge run-on paragraph!! The day after surgery I noticed a hard spot above my incision that was about 2" x 2". I didn't think much of it because I was so swollen and lumpy in general. When I went to my second post op visit on Day 12 the doc noticed that the spot was in his words, "darker than I like to see". He got a needle with a syringe and said that he needed to poke it (those are my non-pro words). Obviously I was freaked out by the thought but he assured me I wouldn't feel a thing because I was completely numb there still (which I was! No feeling at all.). He was happy with the result of the poke, which was a large bead of healthy red blood. This means no skin death (necrosis). I guess the other possibility is possibly fat necrosis or hardening under the skin? He told me that he pulled me very tight because of the nature of my particular case and that if anything were to happen it would happen in that area. I'm not really sure what it is, all I know at this point is that I'm supposed to keep an eye on it and call if anything changes. The only change so far is that the spot is getting less dark and hard as the days go by. I give it a little gentle rub twice a day when I put my antibiotic cream on and it seems to be softening and lightening a bit every day. My biggest concern in this whole thing has been skin death and separation, but so far, so good! My incision is healing beautifully and is even flat and thin in one spot. That happened almost overnight. I'm still as swollen as I was on day 8 - my inches around on waist and hips haven't budged. Also haven't lost any weight- other than two pounds the day after surgery. I think that will probably happen as the swelling goes down. I basically look like a big, hard pear, at least from the side. But I'm a big, hard, pear without a saggy belly! Also, I'm mostly able to stand up straight but I'm pretty tight still and am being very cautious not to pull too much. I have another post op visit tomorrow so I'll update more if anything is new. Updated on 30 Mar 2017: Time is definitely flying by now! Today is 3 weeks post op, or 21 days after the date of my surgery. The biggest improvement is that I'm able to stand almost completely upright now. I can't put my shoulders back all the way yet and my abdomen still feels pretty tight and stiff after getting up from a sitting position. I had my Dr. apt yesterday (I love my wonderful doc and his staff!) and he said I'm out of the woods as far as the whole skin healing goes and that the dark spot was just scar tissue that'll likely dissipate over time. The spot is getting smaller every day, so that's great news. I hadn't thought there was much difference from week to week until I put these pics together today and I'm actually looking much less red and puffy now. We got the go ahead for sexy biz but no gym for three more weeks! I neeeeed to go to the gym. I'm realizing that the biggest shocker now is getting used to my flat, pretty frontside and then looking at my backside and thinking, " WHY IS THERE A NAKED GRANNIE IN MY ROOM??" I mean, no. Just no. She can't stay here. Updated on 7 Apr 2017: Time is really flying by now! I'm feeling great - practically back to normal other than bending over. I'm still so swollen that it just feels weird and uncomfortable. I'm definitely standing all the way straight now but still feel a tiny bit tight after standing from a sitting position for a long period of time. Zero infection thus far and at this point I'd be surprised if anything happened. I don't feel like I look much different from week 3 to 4 other than not being quite as swollen. It really doesn't seem like much changed in that department. My scar (not calling it "incision" much anymore) has dropped most of the scabs this week and its flattening out a LOT. I'm extremely happy and know that once all of the swelling abates I'll be thrilled! I've started eating mostly whole foods this week and cannot wait to get back to the gym! I'm hoping that my update pics will start showing some toning and fat loss soon! Can't wait till my first summer in 15 years without a big saggy tummy! Updated on 27 Apr 2017: This is an update as of 6-7 weeks - the latest photos were taken last week. I feel pretty much back to normal other than still feeling pretty swollen and puffy. At my four week appointment my doc said I was still about 30% more swollen than I will be and I'm guessing I've only gone down another 8-10% since then. So I still have a while to go before I'll see the full results. I'm super happy as it stands, though. I really need to lose the last of this weight, but I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. I'm just so much more confident about my stomach now! I'll post again at 8 weeks, but I think progress is much slower and less noticeable now. Time to start running again!
Hello everyone, My name is Jennifer and I am Getting my breast augmentation surgery in 2 days (Sep 4th 2018)!!! I am soooo nervous because I have never had surgery before and I’m scared of the pain post surgery. At my pre-op my appointment, DR Sajan at Allure Esthetics in Seattle, said I will be getting 550 cc in each breast because the look I want to achieve is slightly above natural. I breastfed 2 amazing kids (about 5 years ago with my youngest) and I have lost fullness in my breast and they are at a “level 1 sag”, stated by my DR. I have wanted breast augmentation for bigger and fuller breasts since I was 17 years old and I just can’t believe I will be having surgery in 2 days!!! I will post pre-op pics of my breast tonight. Updated on 2 Sep 2018: Can’t wait for bigger and fuller boobies!! Updated on 3 Sep 2018: It is the night before surgery, 8 hours to be exact. I am soooo nervous but even more excited. I can’t believe this is happening for real! Updated on 4 Sep 2018: Good morning everyone, This morning was my breast augmentation surgery and I can’t believe I did it!!!! I made it to the other side and now i have big boobies!!!! I felt extreme pressure when i woke up from anesthesia and still in pain at home. I am going to take my pain medication and rest all day. This pressure is crazy intense. Dr Sajan said that surgery went amazing and my boobs are beautiful. I should be a double D but I won’t get to unwrap and see them until this Friday at my post-op appointment (At 3 days post op). I know everyone’s body and pain tolerance is different but ladies, be prepared for the most intense pressure after surgery! I will post pictures of my new boobs after my post op appointment. I hope I heal fast! Xoxo Updated on 4 Sep 2018: Here is a picture of my breast literally minutes pre-surgery Updated on 4 Sep 2018: Here are before and after picture in the surgery room. I will post better pictures of my after results on Friday when I got to my post op appointment. God bless Dr Sajan and his team, he was able to achieve the exact size and look I wanted without doing a lift. Thank you Dr Sajan for changing my life!! I have been really out of it recovering today because the pressure is intense for me, so I’ve been in pain meds all day. Dr Sajan says the higher CC’s you go, the more pressure you will feel. I also went under the muscle which contributes more to the pressure/pain. I went 555 CC’s in both breast Updated on 4 Sep 2018: I will definitely post better pictures on Friday! The after pic was taken in the surgery room after the surgery was completed. I am 555cc’s in both breast Updated on 27 Sep 2018: Updated on 4 Nov 2018: Updated on 13 Apr 2019: Boobs have dropped in place and are a lot softer. About 6 months post op!!! I can’t believe I made it to the 6 month milestone. My new boobs are starting to really become one with my body now.. I love them. I don’t regret this surgery at all.
I am so excited to get my BL & BA! I was always thin until my early 20's when I gained about 60 pounds. I lost the weight in my late 20's but my breasts never bounced back. They are saggy, floppy and VERY asymmetrical. I was nervous even thinking about major surgery for a cosmetic issue, but my husband convinced me to go in for a consult. BTW, my husband has never made me feel less than beautiful, he just knew how much I hated how I looked. I had my consult with Dr. Sajan in Seattle, and I didn't feel the need to look elsewhere. He was informative, patient with questions and took the time to make sure I was comfortable with everything discussed. The reviews on him were phenomenal. We have decided on silicone, under the muscle, high profile. 400cc on my right breast (the bigger one) and 450cc on my left one. The doctor believes this will even then out nicely. I had my pre-op on August 9th and go in for surgery on the 31st! Any tips, suggestions and support will be greatly appreciated! Updated on 24 Aug 2016: Today marks 1 week until my BL & BA! I'm not so much excited but nervous. I just want it done and over with! This waiting is making me crazy. I feel like I have so much to prepare and plan ahead for when I'm recovering. I work from home (with a lot of down time) while my husband works 8-10 hours a day so I do most of the housework, shopping etc. I'm trying to make it as easy as possible for him, I just wish I knew how long I'll be down. I've read some people are up and about on day 2 or 3 and others need a full 2 or even 3 week recovery time! As for the surgery and recovery, I've picked up all my meds, got some anti bruising tablets, and going to pick out a backrest/sleep supporter this weekend. I hope this week goes by quickly! Updated on 1 Sep 2016: I had my surgery yesterday with Dr. Sajan. I can't believe how good they look already. When the implants drop and healing begins, they will be exactly how I wanted them. I had some MAJOR asymmetry before, and it's barely noticeable now. I'm so excited to see the final result in a few months! Dr. Sajan and his team were amazing. They were patient with my questions, and took their time to make sure I was comfortable. I highly recommend Dr. Sajan at Allure Esthetics in Seattle! I am in quite a bit of pain, but it's only day 2, so that's to be expected. My sweet husband has been taking care of me, but he goes back to work tomorrow, so I'll be on my own! Updated on 5 Sep 2016: The implants feel very foreign in my body. Like 2 bricks attached to my chest. I know I'll be happy when they drop and soften, but just feels weird now. I'm pretty sore still, tried to go all day without a painkiller but only made it until 4pm. I guess everyone heals at their own pace! I have my second post op appt. with my PS on 9/7, so looking forward to hearing his evaluation. I would post pics but it's not a pretty sight right now! Very bruised! Looking forward to healing!!!! Updated on 18 Sep 2016: I am getting much more used to them, they are not feeling as foreign on my body. They have softened up quite a bit too. I can actually squeeze them! They go back and forth with size difference, so hopefully they'll even out as they continue to heal. Also, the pics are a little deceiving...I have scoliosis which causes me to stand a bit crooked, which makes my boobs look crooked! The bruising has gone WAY down, and the incisions are beginning to scab over. The implants are still quite high but everyday is getting better. Very happy so far!!