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Breast Augmentation and Lipo - Aiea, HI

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Here I go on the journey many of you have already...

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Here I go on the journey many of you have already gone though.. I had my consult on Aug29 and I booked my surgery date yesterday, it will be on Sept 26,2016. I am getting a breast augmentation and doing liposuction on my upper/lower abdomen, flanks, inner/outer thighs and under my chin. I am 42, 5'3" 157 lbs. had 3 kids (youngest is 19 already). last time I was sized I was a 32D/34C although I have gained weight so I'm not 100% sure anymore. I do not even know where to begin, so many questions.
My surgeon said that I should go with saline implants because I am already starting with good breast tissue so I would not be able to see any rippling or anything should it happen. He says they will feel and look very natural. Before going in I thought I knew I wanted silicone and for it to be inserted through nipple incision. He is recommends an incision under the breast and says it will not be noticeable. Now I'm not sure completely cuz he says if I do silicone the incision will have to be larger. I go in for pre op to try on sizers on the 12th. I don't know what size I want but I'm thinking maybe a full 34DD... my hubby wants me to go big and noticeable but I do want a natural look yet still big enough to notice that they are larger than what I have naturally. What did everyone use for fading scars? pain? etc.
For the liposuction... I'm praying it looks good after. I see some people say where they can see more taken out in certain areas..ugh.. Does everyone get lumpy at some point? Did you have to do some special massage after? I asked dr and he says its not needed just a self massage. Dr provides and surgical bra after augmentation but nothing for the lipo areas. I said that I have a compression garment thing from VS and would that work for after and they said it would be fine. What do you all think? Will it be tight enough? I also asked about taking Arnica Montana and Bromelain for swelling and bruising- he stated some people think it works but he doesn't find it worth spending the money on. I have heard some good reviews so idk yet. Did you ladies use it?
I'm so excited and ready but also so nervous and, like all of you, Im afraid of going to big or to small.
I don't know if I will get much sleep over these nest 20 something days..... If anyone has tips please let me know. I'm looking forward to sharing my journey with you ladies and learning from you all. Thank you for your posts and pics, it has been helping me a lot. I will post pre op pics soon. speedy healing everyone....

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September 4, 2016
Congratulations on booking your surgery! Do you have some post op help lined up? It seems like if you went with saline, you could go through the nipple. Keep us posted on your final decision. Glad you're sharing your journey with us!
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September 5, 2016
Hi. Yes I have help. My husband is going to take a week off work with me. I thought about saline and nipple incision but I'm thinking I'd rather have silicone as of now. I will keep everyone posted. I'm hoping my hubby will help me take pics tomorrow.
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September 8, 2016

That's nice your hubby can take a week off from work to help you out! Silicone is quite popular so I understand your interest. Just in case, here is a link to some helpful recovery supplies you might want to have on hand!

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September 20, 2016
Hi Beth. Can you possibly fix my surgery date on my profile. It says the 25(Sun) it's actually the 26(mon).? It's coming soon but I'm ready. Thank you
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September 21, 2016

Absolutely!

Good luck...you're almost there. Glad you're feeling ready!

September 11, 2016
In regards to your supplement question, I have been using those and had almost no bruising (albeit I've only had the BA and not the lipo). Also my swelling has drastically reduced day 1 to day 2 post-op. Who knows if the supplements are the reason, but I would say it doesn't hurt to try them. Just my experience/opinion. Oh and I started the 3 days pre-op. Hope this helps.
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September 12, 2016
Oh that's great news. I think I will try three days after as well. Thank you.
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19 days pre

5'3" 157lb ready for full breasts and smaller thighs and mid section

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Pre op pics. 5'3" 157lb. Mom of 3. I am currently a 34C/32D last I was measured. Surgery date Sept 26. I decided to go with silicone. Not sure of size yet nor which profile for BA. My pre op appt to try sizers is Sept 13. Also Lipo to abs,flanks, inner, outer thighs and chin. I will have to figure out possible things to help cellulite later. Ugh. Pics really make me see how bad it is.
I think I have everything I need for post op shopping now.
I'm excited now that shopping and all dates are set. I went to primary care physician already so all that is done too.
I have no idea as to what size CC to get. I don't want to look fake like I have balls on chest but I would like breasts to be noticeable different without being huge. So many choices.... Hope all you September ladies are ready and or are healing well.

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September 11, 2016
Congrats on your decision to do this for yourself! I feel that once you try on the sizers, you will be able to make the best decision for your goals. Some ladies have "wish boob" pics that they bring in to give their PA a better idea of their outcome goals. (I was not one of those ladies, but thought it was a good idea.)
I wish you the best of luck on your journey and look forward to your updates. :)
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September 12, 2016
Thank you. I go for sizers tomorrow and I do have some wish boobs pics from reading some other reviews. Thank you for the tips though.
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18 days pre

Not going to get sick

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My day is getting closer. I went to my regular doctor yesterday and I have a sinus infection. She gave me an antiobiotic (10days) because I told her I cannot wait it out because I have had it far to long already and I have surgery coming up. Then this morning my husband wakes up saying he has a sore scratchy throat. I made him take emergencee vitamin c packet. I REFUSE TO GET SICK but this all makes me nervous. What else can I do to not get sick?

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September 8, 2016
Oh no! Stay away from him lol I feel you though because I am scheduled for three weeks and I woke up with a sore throat and an achy chest this morning so I'm freaking out. I have plenty of time before the surgery but still. Eat oranges, veggies, hot tea, lots of rest and water. Good luck!
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September 8, 2016
Hi. Yah I'm forcing meds and rest upon him. I'm freaking out too now cuz last night N today I'm nauseated all the time with headache. Called the drying see if maybe it's the antiobiotic they gave me for sinus infection. I cannot afford to get sick. I hope you can kick your sore throat and achy body before it amounts to anything. It's stressful when you know you have to be healthy by a certain date. Ugh. We will overcome this and get our new bodies!!!!