I've been contemplating on the breast augmentation thing since maybe age 16. I'm now 31. I used to wonder when my breast would fill out and they never did. Two kids later I'm still a solid A on one side and a B on the other. But even through this all and surely I can justify my desire to finally fulfill the dream of having something there. I'm financing most of it which means we're making sacrifices as a family. I can't help feel so selfish and so guilty.
July 7, 2016
Answer: Guilt Associated with breast augmentation? Thank you for the question. It is not unusual for patients to experience significant emotions, including "guilt" when making decisions about proceeding with elective surgery. Ultimately, whether or not to proceed will be a very personal decision, that only you can make, after careful consideration of pros/cons/risks/complications...My best suggestion: best to achieve a physical, emotional, psychosocial, and financial “stable state” prior to considering elective plastic surgery. When the time is right, seek consultation with board-certified plastic surgeons who can demonstrate significant experience helping patients achieve the types of outcomes you would be pleased with. You may find the attached link, helpful to you as you learn more. Best wishes.
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July 7, 2016
Answer: Guilt Associated with breast augmentation? Thank you for the question. It is not unusual for patients to experience significant emotions, including "guilt" when making decisions about proceeding with elective surgery. Ultimately, whether or not to proceed will be a very personal decision, that only you can make, after careful consideration of pros/cons/risks/complications...My best suggestion: best to achieve a physical, emotional, psychosocial, and financial “stable state” prior to considering elective plastic surgery. When the time is right, seek consultation with board-certified plastic surgeons who can demonstrate significant experience helping patients achieve the types of outcomes you would be pleased with. You may find the attached link, helpful to you as you learn more. Best wishes.
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Answer: You shouldn’t feel guilty for wanting to look and feel your best. I often meet with women who have similar concerns as the ones you’re expressing. True, breast augmentation is elective surgery. And, I completely understand that, depending on your family’s financial situation, it may feel careless or wasteful to spend money on unnecessary surgery. However, I would argue that how you look can greatly affect how you feel. Women who finally have breast augmentation after feeling insecure for a long time about their small breasts often report a dramatic improvement in quality of life, a better sex life and more confidence in professional and social environments. Discuss your options with a plastic surgeon and your family to determine if the cost of the surgery is feasible, but don’t feel guilty for wanting to look sexy and feel comfortable in your own skin.
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Answer: You shouldn’t feel guilty for wanting to look and feel your best. I often meet with women who have similar concerns as the ones you’re expressing. True, breast augmentation is elective surgery. And, I completely understand that, depending on your family’s financial situation, it may feel careless or wasteful to spend money on unnecessary surgery. However, I would argue that how you look can greatly affect how you feel. Women who finally have breast augmentation after feeling insecure for a long time about their small breasts often report a dramatic improvement in quality of life, a better sex life and more confidence in professional and social environments. Discuss your options with a plastic surgeon and your family to determine if the cost of the surgery is feasible, but don’t feel guilty for wanting to look sexy and feel comfortable in your own skin.
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