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Ideal Implants 375; 415, 5'8 155lbs

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I ve learned so much from this site, I wanted to...

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Gabrielle1381
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I ve learned so much from this site, I wanted to be sure to contribute as well!

My stats:
Current bra size: 34 B
Weight: 155
Height: 5'8
BWD: 14.7 (R) 13.7 (L)
Implant type: Ideal Saline implant
Implant size: 415 or 455

In May I went to a consult with Dr Robert Colgrove in Atlanta (Vinnings Surgery Center). I've gotten so many awesome recommendations about him and his staff so I felt really comfortable booking my surgery here.

The staff has been awesome, even with my last minute freak outs over my chosen size. At my consult I went with 455cc. Then last week I freaked out in fear this was too large. I called the office and they decided to have three sizes on hand when I get there; 375, 415, and 455.

Because of my BWD, I could go much larger but I guess it's the psychology of it all. I'm getting a BA because I wanted the padded bra look without the bra but I kinda don't want to relinquish all the privileges of not having larger breast (like really sexy lingerie in your size, couture dresses, plunging necklines without looking scandalous lol ). Still I'm ready to see how the other half lives!

The pictures are my before shots, and a few with 450cc sizers. Btw I'm so aware now that there is an art to getting a good boobie photo without it looking crazy. I did my best lol. I am also posting this reference my PS's office gave me about the emotional stages you go through after surgery. I thought it was really good info so I'm posting here.

Super excited -surgery day is tomorrow !

Gabrielle1381's provider

Robert Colgrove, Jr., MD

Robert Colgrove, Jr., MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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July 17, 2017
Hi Gaberielle1381! Congrats on your upcoming breast augmentation. We have similar stats and I want to follow you on this journey. I too went to Dr. Colgrove for my consultation on 6/26 and had a different experience with him and his staff. I was going to choose him as I am a fan of his work BUT the lack friendliness from him and his staff was a turn off for me. I have been looking recent members to follow and reach out to
July 18, 2017
I had the exact same experience with Dr Colgrove. Ice cold! He has great results but I'm just worried that if I have any concerns, he won't gaf. So I'm meeting with Dr Okoro next.
July 18, 2017
You should also meet with Dr. Connors. He and his staff are amazing. He is more expensive than Dr. Colgrove but I'm willing to pay more for great customer service and friendly staff
July 19, 2017
Thanks for that recommendation! Gonna look him up :)
July 18, 2017
Good luck tomorrow!!
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July 18, 2017
Hey magben, thats understandable. I consulted with other Plastic Surgeons in the area that were way more personable but I felt in the end he had the experience and results (among other clients) I wanted. Not to mention he is one of only three docs in the area using the ideal implant. My surgery got moved up to 7am so I've got crazy jitters now lol. I'm glad you reached out and I hope my experience will help inform your own decisions!
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July 18, 2017
Thanks lolly78!!
July 18, 2017
Please let us us know how everything went today? I'm super excited for you and I can't wait till my surgery date
July 18, 2017
Can't wait to read more updates!! I also want Ideal saline. It's like the best of both worlds. Please mention which incision you're doing.
UPDATED FROM Gabrielle1381
1 day post

Made it through!

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Gabrielle1381
Hey ladies ! I've made it through to the other side and I'm out of surgery! I feel like there is an elephant sitting on my chest!
Oh and yes my incisions are under my breast and they re placed under the muscle.
My final size I ended up going 370cc in left breast (which has always been slightly larger) and 415cc in right
Yesterday after surgery I pretty much slept all day.
Getting up to go to the bathroom and even trying to chew were and still are exhausting. This morning I'm trying protein fruit smoothies because it's way easier to sip then chew.
I'm still taking the morphine and can't imagine not taking it lol. I will try to update later!

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July 19, 2017
Congrats! Glad you made it thru safely. I always hear that it feels like an elephant on your chest lol.
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July 21, 2017
Thanks BonjourBelle!
July 20, 2017
Yay congrats. Did you get a high profile? You are very close to my stats! And I can't decide if I want high profile or moderate plus. Can't wait to see the more pics!
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July 21, 2017
Hi carlalorena ! The Ideal implant only comes in high profile so that's what I have. I have my first post op tomorrow and will upload some pictures when he removes the bandages !
August 15, 2017
I had mine done on 21 of july i got 490 ideal and they don't seem big I am 5'6 165
August 15, 2017
With dr Colgrove also!
UPDATED FROM Gabrielle1381
3 days post

First Post -op

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Gabrielle1381
My first post op went well. No major complications and the nurse said she can barely see my stitches. Ill take pictures of those soon and post. Other than that I was told to keep replacing steri strips over incisions with gauze every 3 days for the next three weeks. Pending no major. complications, I will have my next post op in three weeks.
Oh other updates,I'm off Morphine as Motrin seems to be just fine.
And for size I'm really happy so far with the size I chose!

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July 22, 2017
Congrats on your new girls