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Looking to Restore Fullness & then Some After 60 Lb Weight Loss. - Austin, TX
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Over the past year I excercised my way down from...
RiverPlant36January 14, 2016
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Over the past year I excercised my way down from 215 lbs to about 155. I have always been athletic and fairly slender but a knee injury several years back limited my mobility and I ended up gaining quite a bit of weight. At my heaviest I was about a 38D or D; now that the weight is gone I'm down to about a 34A or small B, but with my age and fat loss combined I've been left with somewhat saggy, empty breasts. They look *okay* but if I try to wear a push-up bra they just fold up onto themselves...sort of like semi-empty water balloons. The rest of my body is quite fit and youthful so I've decided to have a BA to even out my body.
I have a curvy, tall figure with narrow waist and full hips (10" differential between the two) and I'd love a full chest to compliment that.
I chose Dr. Ashley Gordon at Restora Austin based on tons of positive reviews around the web and because I liked what I saw from her before & after photos.
My initial consultation was super easy, Dr. Gordon and her staff were very friendly; we discussed what size/shape I was interested in and I showed them some photos of 'wish boobs'. Because I have loose skin to fill out, Dr. Gordon recommended 550cc implants over smaller implants + a lift. Initially I was a bit shocked by the size, but I tried the sizers and LOVED how I looked. They were a perfect compliment to by wide hips and with my narrow waist I looked like an old school pinup model (something I love). She also explained that because of my somewhat loose skin and slight asymmetry she might end up using a larger implant once surgery commenced (she will try different sizes once I'm on the table, sit me up, and decide what looks and works best with my anatomy. So 550cc is our baseline, but I fully trust Dr. Gordon to choose the final cc amount based on what we've discussed and the pictures I've shown her.
My surgery is scheduled for Feb. 19th, pre-op Feb. 8th and I'm stoked! Looking forward to filling out bras, bikinis, and all sorts of other clothes that, until the BA, have always hung loosely on my top half.
I have a curvy, tall figure with narrow waist and full hips (10" differential between the two) and I'd love a full chest to compliment that.
I chose Dr. Ashley Gordon at Restora Austin based on tons of positive reviews around the web and because I liked what I saw from her before & after photos.
My initial consultation was super easy, Dr. Gordon and her staff were very friendly; we discussed what size/shape I was interested in and I showed them some photos of 'wish boobs'. Because I have loose skin to fill out, Dr. Gordon recommended 550cc implants over smaller implants + a lift. Initially I was a bit shocked by the size, but I tried the sizers and LOVED how I looked. They were a perfect compliment to by wide hips and with my narrow waist I looked like an old school pinup model (something I love). She also explained that because of my somewhat loose skin and slight asymmetry she might end up using a larger implant once surgery commenced (she will try different sizes once I'm on the table, sit me up, and decide what looks and works best with my anatomy. So 550cc is our baseline, but I fully trust Dr. Gordon to choose the final cc amount based on what we've discussed and the pictures I've shown her.
My surgery is scheduled for Feb. 19th, pre-op Feb. 8th and I'm stoked! Looking forward to filling out bras, bikinis, and all sorts of other clothes that, until the BA, have always hung loosely on my top half.
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Replies (14)
January 16, 2016
Hi, I'm following you because we are both having our BA'snin February but also, because I am on a weight loss journey like you've just done so was hoping to get some tips from you :) my op date is feb 5th with my ore op on 1st
January 16, 2016
Congrats! As far as weight loss, I work out on the elliptical 3-4 days a week, about 45-60 mins each time. The only thing I've cut back on was my alcohol consumption. It really wasn't until about 8 months in to the excercising that I started to see dramatic results; I knew I was losing weight and getting fit, but it wasn't until that time period that other people really started noticing. Just stick with it and try to eat lots of whole, unprocessed foods, but don't deprive yourself of occasional treats.
January 17, 2016
Hi Kati666 - I am scheduled to have my BA with Dr. Gordon on Feb 11. I agree with your comments, she is an amazing doctor and her staff is so friendly and welcoming. It's nice to hear that you have already decided in size, I am struggling with that but hope to get this figured out during my pre-op this month. I will continue to follow you and I will post more updates as I go through the process. Good luck to you!!
January 17, 2016
Good luck to you, as well! I'll be following your journey; Glad to know we're both in good hands! ;)
February 4, 2016
I got a consult with Dr Gordon after reading your review (and others), and I have to say she was amazing. I'm scheduled with her for the end of April, for a BA and tummy tuck. I'll be following your posts but wanted to check in--not many people in my life know what I'm about to do, so trying to build a little support network here on real self :)
Congrats on the weight loss! It's hard at first but after a while the exercise and healthy eating is addictive all on its own. The rough part is when you can't fix something (like breasts) no matter how you nurture yourself. Thankfully we have Dr Gordon...:)
Congrats on the weight loss! It's hard at first but after a while the exercise and healthy eating is addictive all on its own. The rough part is when you can't fix something (like breasts) no matter how you nurture yourself. Thankfully we have Dr Gordon...:)
April 2, 2016
My husband was the only one who knew I had a BA & lift. I didn't think it was anyone's business. And to be honest I was feeling vain about it (I was a fit 64 yr old). I didn't go very big, but I can fill out a 34D. I got this done last September and none of my friends have seen me in a bathing suit, so it will be interesting to see if anyone will say anything.
April 15, 2016
I only just saw your reply, sorry. Congrats! I hope you love the new look. I'm 10 days away and getting excited!
UPDATED FROM RiverPlant36
1 month pre
550cc sizers
RiverPlant36January 16, 2016
Sorry for the pixelated bits, I have very recognizable tattoos and would prefer to stay fairly anonymous.
These are 550cc sizers; they're big, but proportionate in my opinion. Hoping to stay right around the 550cc or slightly smaller mark.
These are 550cc sizers; they're big, but proportionate in my opinion. Hoping to stay right around the 550cc or slightly smaller mark.
Wow, congratulations on the weight loss! It will be fun to top off your new look with a BA. How nice that you don't need a lift. We would love to see any of your wish boob pictures. Feel free to join the February 2016 breast augmentation surgery forum for some pre and post op support!