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Reclaiming my Bikini Belly! 3 months post op with pics. Atlanta, GA
UPDATED FROM GreenMomTo3
9 months post
9 mos post op
WORTH IT$15,500
I realize its been awhile since I updated, so I thought I should post a few key moments into recovery since my last post. At my 6 month follow up, I was given a steroid shot to help with the appearance of my vertical scar. It is not healing as well as the long TT scar. It is raised and dark pink. The actual TT scar is fading nicely and I have no complaints. The steroid shot did a number on me though and for about 6 wks I was unable to run/walk for long periods of time. This setback has caused me to put on a few LBs (as is evident in my photos)! I am running again and hope to she'd the rest of this weight. My nipples are still sensitive but have healed and look great. I still have a bit of an oval shaped areola. It doesn't bother me though. Going into this surgery, i knew perfection was not going to happen. I still have some numbness in my tummy region and feel that swelling does happen occassionally. I think I would benefit from wearing a garment but, I have not made it a priority. I do still have stretch marks. I do not still have the extra folds of skin though! I am much more self confident than I have been in a long time. I am using skin bleaching cream that Dr Connors have to me. It is working (slowly)...I have posted a few pics from today.
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UPDATED FROM GreenMomTo3
3 months post
3 mos post op
Photos did not post, so am reposting. I also forgot to mention that my bra size is a 32 DDD or a 34 DD.
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M
January 12, 2014
unbelievable oh my goodness....I only hope my results are as great as yours...The scarring is so minimal....Dr. Connors is amazing or what??? You were totally happy with him right? I go in on the 28th for the deflation part and then 2 weeks after is surgery..You must be so happy with these results. I bet shopping is more fun now :)
G
January 12, 2014
Thank you so much! I am very happy with Dr. Connors. His work is amazing and I had no recovery issues. I love that all the little things were already included in my price. There is none of the " buy this cream from us. It's $100." They are so quick to respond to any questions I had. I do love throwing on a tank top and not having to worry about a bra!! And no floppy boobies in a swimsuit.. You are in great hands!
4
January 16, 2014
You look really good!! I'm jealous :(
I wish my ps would've given me the option of a small vertical scar so mine could've been like yours!
G
January 16, 2014
Oh, Thank you! I am sure your PS can do something to lower it. I also hear there are new lasers/light therapies that do wonders on scars! My vertical scar bothers me a little, but I am staying positive that it will fade enough that you can barely tell when I wear a bikini.
4
January 16, 2014
It will fade :) and even a tiny white line wouldn't be noticeable in a bikini
M
February 12, 2014
How are you doing? Your January pics look AMAZING. My preop appt. got delayed cause of the storm 2 weeks ago and finally got drained. That was not nearly as bad as I thought it would be. They are not as flappy as I anticipated. They dont look amazing, but the smaller, soft feel is nice. My surgery was supposed to be today!! But, again, the new ice storm. So now my surgery is next wednesday LOL. Ahhhh.....I so hope my boobies come out like yours :) I am going with Saline again for many reasons but also because I had them for 18 year and loved them, no issues....Are you more pleased with your results now? I am so confused on the cup sizes. How were you a C but now a DD? I know Ashley said I would come out a Full C/D but it would be interchangeable with DD...Im lost LOL
G
February 13, 2014
Hi MeinGa!! The weather here in Atlantartica has had my Internet very slow.. I have been thinking about you! Glad you reached out. First of all: I am very happy with my results! I was given a C cup sports bra, but I for sized and I am a 32/34 DD. i had 350cc implants. I will say that I may have the same breast size, but they are definitely not the same breasts! They are so much nicer. I realize that before, I was that size bc of all the loose tissue that had to be held up. There are times I wish they were more "sporty", but I get a ton of compliments. I am so much more confident and that's all I ever wanted. I am thinking with your saline that perhaps they can add fluid for a fuller size? You'll look great! I can imagine the delays are causing some anxiety/excitement. Sooner it's done, the better! Please keep me posted on your progress, very excited to hear how your doing! Good Luck!
M
February 23, 2014
Hi, its me! I am still considering putting up a blog here but keep falling asleep on these pain meds. So, I just started day 4 of healing. It has been more painful, much more painful then the first implants I got 18 years ago, but that wasn't as involved. This time there was capsule removal, going under the muscle and a lift. Under my boobs, across my ribs are hurting bad right now. Did you have any of that? I think I do have a lower pain tolerance then many people though. This foam like tape that is under the bra, is very, very irritating to my skin. I want to rip it off so bad lol. My skin looks so red underneath it. I think because I am swollen more now, the tape is even tighter. Other then that, I am doing good :) When did you notice the crappy super tight boob feeling go away? I am hoping that some of that tightness is just these bandages and that when it comes off in 2 days, it will be like a huge wave of relief. Or no? I am afraid to see my boobs LOL. What if they are not symmetrical or what if what if....its a scary thought. I should just trust right? Pain pills making my mind scattered. Hope you are doing well !!
G
February 23, 2014
Hi there! Glad to hear you are doing well. The tightness is definitely normal. I also had pain in the sternum/ribcage area. He first time you are your breasts without tape, they will look ugly. But, don't fret, the recovery takes care of that. Happy Healing and stay on top of your meds, it's the best way to avoid the discomfort. Be sure and ice, that helps with swelling.
UPDATED FROM GreenMomTo3
3 months post
3 mos post op
So much has happened the last 4/5 weeks! With all the holidays and parties, I have not felt that my results have been as optimal as they should be. This is because of me and is no reflection on my surgeon or my aftercare! I have resumed all of my old routine. I still have swelling and the tummy is numb. Unlike most, I do not swell more in the evening, it stays pretty consistent. There have been a few occasions that it has gotten bad at night. I had my 3 mo post op appt last week and Ashleigh let me know that the nimbleness meant that I was still healing and the swelling is normal. That made me feel good, I would like to see the last of my "pooch" go down! I have started working out again consistently 4/5 days a week. I struggle with tummy exercises as it burns and pulls. Dr said not to "work" the abs, and I don't. But, there are so many other things that require ab muscles that its tough not to. I have had no spitting stitches and Ashley have me a cream to lighten my scars since they are pretty pinkish. I had my breast sized in my normal Chantelle bra and was so excited until I found out that my size did not change!! AT ALL...this was a bit disappointing but, given how much nicer they look I need to just be grateful.. I am very happy I did the sx, no regrets. I will post about every 4 weeks from here on out unless something happens. Hope everyone is healing well and to those that are about to undergo it, Good Luck and Happy Healing!!
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