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33 Years Old, 5'6, 150 Lbs, 550cc, No Kids, Weight Loss Repairs ;)
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Sooo, after losing quite a bit of weight my...
takintheplungeSeptember 22, 2016
WORTH IT$7,600
Sooo, after losing quite a bit of weight my "girls" are seriously diminished and in need of repairs. I have always wanted BA surgery but now it has become really important to me. I feel like I did a lot of work to lose weight and I want to feel completely good about my body. I decided to make the appointments for consultation and for surgery very close together because I want it done before the holidays while I have time off from work to rest and recover.
Very, very nervous. I feel confident that I have chosen a good surgeon in my area. Like many others, I did quite a bit of research prior to making my appointments.
Mostly, I am nervous about the pain and the recovery. The risks are frightening to me and I have a low level of pain tolerance.
I am going into this with an open mind, I don't really have my heart set on any one particular thing (saline/silicone, over/under) but I am very excited to hear what the surgeon recommends. Mostly I just want "more" and a fuller appearance. I plan to take pictures and update the whole way through this experience.
Since I have not met my surgeon yet, I sent some "before" photos and he said it appears I will need a lift as well. I really don't want to do the lift because of MORE pain/healing but we will see what he says when I go for the consult.
Very, very nervous. I feel confident that I have chosen a good surgeon in my area. Like many others, I did quite a bit of research prior to making my appointments.
Mostly, I am nervous about the pain and the recovery. The risks are frightening to me and I have a low level of pain tolerance.
I am going into this with an open mind, I don't really have my heart set on any one particular thing (saline/silicone, over/under) but I am very excited to hear what the surgeon recommends. Mostly I just want "more" and a fuller appearance. I plan to take pictures and update the whole way through this experience.
Since I have not met my surgeon yet, I sent some "before" photos and he said it appears I will need a lift as well. I really don't want to do the lift because of MORE pain/healing but we will see what he says when I go for the consult.
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Replies (6)
September 22, 2016
Hello & thx 4 sharing your story. I just wanted to comment on the lift aspect. I read where you said u wouldn't really want to do that & I completely understand. You are still young and your skin tissue appears to be in good shape. To me it doesn't appear you have a significant enough amount of ptosis(sag) to warrant a lift. If you do , from my research you would be at grade one, with the smallest amount of ptosis.
Of course I'm not a dr, so just pure opinion. You also appear to have quite a bit of breast tissue still even after weight loss. I am not a dr but I have been doing research for at least 5 yrs and I would advise you against all the scarring at your age. From what I understand a mastopexy (breast lift) can be done in office under general anesthesia, if you aren't satisfied with just the implants, before committing yourself to all those scars. Like I said I'm not a doctor but considering your pics and my research- a dual plane could possibly give you just the right amount of lift especially if you are getting a good amount of cc's. Just my 2¢
Of course I'm not a dr, so just pure opinion. You also appear to have quite a bit of breast tissue still even after weight loss. I am not a dr but I have been doing research for at least 5 yrs and I would advise you against all the scarring at your age. From what I understand a mastopexy (breast lift) can be done in office under general anesthesia, if you aren't satisfied with just the implants, before committing yourself to all those scars. Like I said I'm not a doctor but considering your pics and my research- a dual plane could possibly give you just the right amount of lift especially if you are getting a good amount of cc's. Just my 2¢
September 23, 2016
Thanks for the reply. I really don't want to get a lift right now and what you're saying is exactly what I have been thinking. Do the implants now and if the result isn't what I want, do the lift later. We'll see what surgeon says at my consult November 2nd.
September 23, 2016
Hi I'm in a similar position - my surgeon has said I'd need to have minimum 300cc, any less and I would definItely need a lift. I'm looking at going for an augmentation only and will consider a lift after my results have settled. I don't really want the scars either but I'm trying to keep an open mind. A ba mastopexy in all one would be too much sudden change for me I think!
September 27, 2016
Personally, I'm planning to avoid a lift for two reasons, the pain/healing you mentioned and I want to stay as natural as I can. I have somewhat similar boobs and nipples. I'd like to keep them looking like mine even after my BA.
September 29, 2016
The biggest reason I can see to do the lift is if I don't have enough tissue in the "upper pole" area. I don't want the implant to settle at a higher place than my actual breast tissue. I'm still a month away from my consult, so I'll have to be patient until then :/
UPDATED FROM takintheplunge
10 days pre
Consultation
takintheplungeNovember 3, 2016
Had my consultation yesterday. The staff and the surgeon were all wonderful. I felt very comfortable. Since I booked everything so close together, I had my preop and consultation in the same day.
Decided on 550cc Ideal saline implants (under the muscle) with an inverted T lift. The size looked a little shocking at first but everyone says go a little bigger than what you're thinking so I'm doing it!
About the lift... I was really not wanting to do it, not just because of the additional cost but also because I'm really concerned about the additional healing. It means about 4 weeks of very limited activity and no gym. But after we looked at my imaging and measurements, I understood why it's necessary. I want the best outcome possible and if that means getting a lift now, so be it!
I signed a ton of paperwork and my husband and I had fun together looking at ideal outcomes and sizes. At first I was really reluctant to go bigger than 500cc but the nurse and my husband both helped me compare and contrast and now I'm super excited.
I met with Dr. Colgrove briefly. He's exactly what I expected after reading other reviews of his practice. He's very laid back and I could see how some people think he's cold but I didn't think so. The most important part to me is I felt very confident about his knowledge and abilities.
My nurse was Robin and she is amazing. Very friendly and so helpful. She explained everything to me and answered all my questions.
I filled prescriptions for pain medication, a muscle relaxer, antibiotics, laxatives, and picked up some vitamins and Hibiclens. They said to come in comfy clothes with a button up shirt. I need to wash with the Hibiclens the night before and the day of the surgery.
I can't stop looking at the sizing pictures we took! I wish they gave me the size padding to wear now because I cannot wait to show off my new look!
Decided on 550cc Ideal saline implants (under the muscle) with an inverted T lift. The size looked a little shocking at first but everyone says go a little bigger than what you're thinking so I'm doing it!
About the lift... I was really not wanting to do it, not just because of the additional cost but also because I'm really concerned about the additional healing. It means about 4 weeks of very limited activity and no gym. But after we looked at my imaging and measurements, I understood why it's necessary. I want the best outcome possible and if that means getting a lift now, so be it!
I signed a ton of paperwork and my husband and I had fun together looking at ideal outcomes and sizes. At first I was really reluctant to go bigger than 500cc but the nurse and my husband both helped me compare and contrast and now I'm super excited.
I met with Dr. Colgrove briefly. He's exactly what I expected after reading other reviews of his practice. He's very laid back and I could see how some people think he's cold but I didn't think so. The most important part to me is I felt very confident about his knowledge and abilities.
My nurse was Robin and she is amazing. Very friendly and so helpful. She explained everything to me and answered all my questions.
I filled prescriptions for pain medication, a muscle relaxer, antibiotics, laxatives, and picked up some vitamins and Hibiclens. They said to come in comfy clothes with a button up shirt. I need to wash with the Hibiclens the night before and the day of the surgery.
I can't stop looking at the sizing pictures we took! I wish they gave me the size padding to wear now because I cannot wait to show off my new look!
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January 10, 2017
Thank you for sharing your story! I am in a similar situation and have similar measurements. Just know that you do not have to have a lift, like most doctors tell you. But, of course, if you want the nipple significantly raised, go for it! I am going for a large, high-profile implant (600-650) in the near future (can't book yet, unfortunately, due to finances) to compensate for my weight loss. And a breast lift later in life (I am 27 now, no kids). I'm excited but nervous about being too big. Best of luck to you, and I can't wait to see your before and afters!
UPDATED FROM takintheplunge
4 days pre
Sooo, after losing quite a bit of weight my "girls" are seriously diminished
takintheplungeNovember 9, 2016
Sooo, after losing quite a bit of weight my "girls" are seriously diminished and in need of repairs. I have always wanted BA surgery but now it has become really important to me. I feel like I did a lot of work to lose weight and I want to feel completely good about my body. I decided to make the appointments for consultation and for surgery very close together because I want it done before the holidays while I have time off from work to rest and recover.
I chose my PS based on reviews I read here on RealSelf and on other places online. I'll post my before pics here and then another update about the consultation I had on 11/2/2016.
I chose my PS based on reviews I read here on RealSelf and on other places online. I'll post my before pics here and then another update about the consultation I had on 11/2/2016.
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November 11, 2016
Good luck to you. Thanks for sharing. I understand your concern regarding pain and recovery. I feel the same. I am a week from today. Based on all of the postings it takes time to feel back to normal. Are you going under or over the muscle?
Hey there, and welcome! Thanks so much for sharing your story with us. I hope you'll get lots of support from this awesome community :) Please update us once you've had your consultation. Good luck!