700cc Silicone High Profile, Submuscular + Lift...FINALLY Have my Boobs Back! - Albany, NY

I am 30 yrs old, 5'6", 110 lbs. Im a cop, and work out pretty hard to stay fit and in shape. I have had 4 children, all of whom were exclusively breastfed. I went from a perfect, perky 36DD to horribly saggy, deflated 36C (A cup tissue wise) pankcake boobies. They were SO embarrassing, and made me feel horrible about my appearance. I had to wear those super padded, size-doubling pushup bras just to look normal. After months of researching doctors, I selected Dr. William DeLuca to be my surgeon. His before and after photos showed wonderful results, and his patient reviews are exceptional.

At my 1st consult, Dr DeLuca confirmed Grade II ptosis, so sadly a lollipop lift had to be done as well. My goal was to have big, round, very cleavagey breasts again. After my initial consult, Dr Deluca advised I go with 650cc high profile silicone submuscular implants. I asked about potential issues from a large implant and lift combo, he stated in substance there would be no issues.

During my second consult, Dr DeLuca advised he felt that Mentor 700cc high profile submuscular implants would give me an even better result, so we 100% decided to go that route.

I underwent my procedure July 21st, 2015. The day of surgery I was a nervous wreck. Apparently when I came out of operation I was in ALOT of pain so I was put back under. I woke up a little easier the second time. I was still in quite a bit of pain, and was very disoriented. I dont remember much about the ride home. I spent most of that first day in and out of sleep. I did sneak a quick peek at my new girls and was shocked....they already looked soooooo gooood!!!

Day 1 post op was pretty rough. I had lots of pain that was difficult to control, no appetite, and was drinking up a storm. I couldnt feel my bladder so peeing was difficult. I had a slight headache most of the day, and it hurt to do aything.

Day 2 was horrible. Lots of swelling and bloating set in throughout my entire body. My normally very flat stomach looked 7 months pregnant! Pain and swelling settled in my shoulders, back, abdomen, butt and legs. I also developed a severe headache that made me almost throw up. My 1st post op appointment went well that same day.

Day 3 suuuuuucked. The swelling and bloating was even worse. I have yet to get more than a few hours of sleep due to discomfort. It had been 5 days since Id had a bowel movement, so that added to the pain and discomfort I was already in. Thankfully that issue was finally resolved and helped alot. I had NO clue the body swelling would be so awful. My back was super tight and swollen, my abdomen still swollen and distended, my butt is swollen, and my thighs are bloated. I cant WAIT to be able to sleep laying down vs sitting upright. My husband took the week of from work to help me during recovery and he has been absolutely AMAZING. Im sooooooo thankful hes been helpful and supportive. (More than you know!)

Day 4 my husband observed a dime size blister had formed under the edge of a steri strip. He trimmed the strip back to avoid further irritation. He put bacitracin and a band aid over the blister to protect it. Apparently blisters from steri strips are common.

By One Week post op I felt MUCH better. Most of the body swelling has dissipated. I developed several more blisters, so as per instructions I removed all steri strips. I was SHOCKED by how clean all my incisions are!! Ive seen photos of some pretty scary incisions....so I was thrilled to see straight, smooth, thin incisions. Ive ordered BioCornium scar treatment, silicone scar sheeting and BioOil for scar therapy when I can begin. Hopefully that helps reduce their appearance even more! Sleep is difficult still, as being either upright or flat on my back is pretty uncomfortable.

As for my new girls, in general Im VERY happy with my results so far. Theyre still swollen and are still uncomfortable. My chest feels VERY tight. The implants are still high but have started to settle a bit. Light bruising set into my chest, but is already fading. But, I finally have BOOBS again!! The shape and size is beautiful. Hopefully the End Result is as nice. Theyre gonna be BIG, which Im thrilled about. Im guessing a 36DD cup? I cant wait to see how they settle and soften. Dr DeLuca did an absolutely beautiful job!!

My second post op appointment was this morning. 9 days post op. My surgeon felt things were healing beautifully! He seemed very pleased with my results thus far. I had my sutures removed, and was cleared to wear a normal sports bra (woohoo!!). I did discuss the steri strips causing blisters, and how to keep tension on my incisions. In substance, I was advised no further tension was required at this time. I was further advised I can start using silicone sheeting for scar therapy as soon as any scabbing is fully healed. Im still banned from the gym.... le sigh.... I go back again August 31st for further followup.
I tired on my Victorias Secret VSX Sports Bras (36DD) and they fit like a glove! Once my implants 'drop and fluff' I may hit a DDD! *squee!

Well, Im currently 15 days post op. The girls are looking wonderful!! My incisions are still healing beautifully. The majority of any scabbing has fallen away. My areola incisions are nice and thin and should heal to where they are almost invisible. The vertical incisions are still a bit red and angry looking, especially on my right breast. I also still have a little light bruising on both breasts, but slightly more on my right. Pain wise Im doing great. The incision areas are sore, but I suppose thats to be expected. Both breasts are beginning to soften up and drop a bit which is exciting. The implants have been pretty firm to the touch from going so large.
Ive started using BioCorneum around my areolas, and am using Scar Away silicone strips on my incisions. Hopefully early intervention will help to improve the scars size and color in the long run. :)