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Long Time Visitor, Finally Have a Story to Share - Miami, FL

UPDATED FROM BTB12
4 months post

overdue update

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Sorry everyone, I see there were some questions asked of me.
I just returned from an extended trip in South America.
Please pardon my absence.
To respond to some of your questions, I am doing well and still am amazed by my doctor.
I just visited with him after my vacation last week.
All smiles and hugs.
Like visiting a friend.

I did not list the price as I am private with regard to my finances.
My advice is to schedule a consultation as you may have other considerations with your surgery.
I will clearly state that I could have had my breast augmentation done for significantly less money but again, I was not bargain hunting.
This is my body.
The most importantion factors in my mind were, my doctors competence and skill level.
His technique.
Being treated like an individual with my own set of concerns and questions.
Having all of my questions answered and never being rushed.
Most of all, a portfolio full of natural looking, beautifully augmented breast and faces.

I will say that I feel so confident in my doctor that I will be continuing under his care.
Next year I am having facial contouring and rhinoplasty done by Dr. Maercks as well.
I am adding a couple of pictures of my current look.

Thank you all for checking in with me and I wish you all the best.

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Rian A. Maercks, MD

Rian A. Maercks, MD

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March 10, 2015
Thanks for your reply to my other post! I see the updated photos. You look great!! Are those anatomical? Natrelle 410 FM? Are they round from a front view or is the teardrop shape obvious? I love the natural look but desire upper pole fullness as well. Thank you!
March 13, 2015
Hello Braenay, These are Natrelle 410 anatomical shaped implants. I love the way the sit on my chest. Full but not too high. They are just between round and tear drop, as you would envision a breast to look, minus what Hollywood and [RS bleep] teaches us what implants look like. Be aware that my doctor does not produce Hollywood plastic looks, he appreciates natural aesthetics. As I said in my earlier reviews, I wanted large and natural and that what I got. I also have a good frame and can carry the large chest. When I want to create a buzz and knock the wind out of the boys, I do wear a push up number from Victoria ( highly effective ! ) but in general, I appreciate an unlined bra without the push up factor. I will post some photos of me wearing a T-shirt, no bra. I will be sure to include front and side shots. I will also add a picture in my push up number from Victoria
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March 10, 2015
Also have you tried a push up bra with the implants yet? I am really concerned about how a push up will look with textured anatomical implants. Thank you!
UPDATED FROM BTB12
12 days post

Breast augmentation update.

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* I originally posted this as a reply, think I was suppose to put it here. My bad ;) *

Hi there.
Just wanted to touch base real quick.
All in all I really am feeling great.

I wanted to add my doctor's website.
You will find videos of the technique that he used on me. It is called cold subfascial breast augmentation. 

He doesn't insert the implant under the muscle, nor does he place it over the muscle and he does not use a partial placement either.
This means, no damage to the breast tissue and no cutting into or disturbing the pectoral muscle. This also means less pain and you are back to your normal routine twice as fast.
I was up most of the day immediately after surgery.
By day three, I was laying on the beach. Sure I had some bruising and soreness but I was bikini ready and comfortable enough to go out and enjoy myself.

He uses a totally different approach, placing the implant in the very thin yet incredibly strong fascia that covers the pectoral muscle.
By doing this, the weight of the implant is completely supported putting no pressure on your breast. This also completely prevents the implant from being seen or felt.
When I touch my chest and squeeze, all I feel is breast tissue, no implant.
My closest friends have been amazed with the visual and feel test as well ;)

I have already made plans with my doctor to return next year to have my rhinoplasty and facial contouring performed as well.
Again, I can't say enough good things about my experience and I hope you all at least take a good look at his videos and understand, there are more options out there then you are being told about. Beautiful breast should be the objective and sticking with the old way of doing things may not always the best way to go. Not in my humble opinion anyway but I simply wish everyone the best possible outcome whatever they decide is best for them. So happy with my rather large yet beautiful natural shaped breast.
As my muscles grow ( getting ready for my first figure competition ) I know my body is going to be the total package I always knew it could be.

Thank you all for the kind words and support.

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November 27, 2014

So glad to hear you're feeling great! I can't believe you were on the beach 3 days post op! You're going to look amazing for your competition! Hope you'll share some future pictures as you continue to train. I'll be curious to hear how it feels as you slowly get back to the gym. ;)

January 12, 2015
Do you have any recent pics to share? I am 5 weeks post tomorrow and am thinking of sharingy story as well. I am NPC National Bikini competitor. Good luck competing!!
January 12, 2015
Bikini76 please share I'm a fitmommy with many reservations... You would be great help! ;-)
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January 12, 2015

@bikini76, just sent you a PM on how to start your own review. Hoping you'll also comment on this forum for fitness competitors!

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February 7, 2015
any updated photos? I am considering going to Dr. Maercks
March 10, 2015
Hi there. I just updated my review and photos. I hope you love your results whoever you decide to go forward with. Keep us posted please.
February 25, 2015
Loved reading your review and hearing about the specific procedure you chose. You didn't put the price of your BA up. Was this procedure more?
March 10, 2015
More pics finally up. Sorry for the delay. All my best.
UPDATED FROM BTB12
4 days post

Will be adding pictures weekly

BTB12
Hi everyone, I will be adding photos weekly and also fill in how my healing has been going.
I am getting ready to travel back home to Boston today so I will catch up soon.

All my best,
BTB

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November 16, 2014

Love the pictures! You're going to have so much fun with your new look. Feel free to join a forum of women also healing from their November 2014 breast augmentation surgery!

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November 16, 2014
Wow...You look awesome ! Enjoy your new additions and happy healing
December 8, 2014
Looks great how much did you pay?