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A year ago I decided to get implants and a tummy...

bella86February 16, 2012
WORTH IT$1,900

A year ago I decided to get implants and a tummy tuck after having a baby. My baby was almost 2 when i got the surgery Feb 15, 2011. I was a 32 full B before and after my baby and breast feeding my daughter for 7 months i was a 32 A with no volume. I felt very boyish.

I went to my consult wanting a full b almost c. During the consult I was clear I wanted to look natural, i am only 5 feet 105 pds. So we decided on 375cc gel moderate profile submuscular through the nipple. He insisted it would look very natural.

So i had the surgery and soon after i got home i can tell they were too big. Also I can tell something wasnt right about the right one. I knew it had encapsulated. He prescribed more muscle relaxers. Nothing helped, after the swelling almost a year after i measured at 32 DD! I was having shortness of breath, discomfort when i would sweep. Im a massage therapist do they def got in the way. So I started researching explant surgery and came across a few threads where i read a few womens expierence. I went to original surgeon and wanted to charge me $3500 and was against me explanting.

I decided to go to a surgeon i saw on this website got a consult and felt very comfortable. Scheduled my appt that day and had the explant done Feb 14, 2012 just a few days ago. I will post pics asap...looks like i cant do it on my phone. I am very happy! I look very natural. Very glad I did it.

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Ann F. Reilley, MD (retired)

Ann F. Reilley, MD (retired)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Angie_M
February 16, 2012

Thank you heaps and heaps for sharing your story with us!! It's true that you can only upload photos from a computer or laptop at this time (not a tablet or mobile device). We're working on this!

I'm glad you were able to get your implants out and feel more comfortable.

bella86
February 16, 2012
Thank you!
nani001
February 21, 2012
Hello. I can relate to your story. I'm 5'0, 100lb and I also got 375 and they are too big for me. It's only been 2 months and I cant wait to have them removed. Im only scared of how my breast will look after removal. Do the breast go back to original shape?
bella86
February 22, 2012
Hey nani001, i will post pics soon. Check by thursday i hope to have them up by then. But yes i pretty much went back to what i was before. My right breast is a little bigger then my right but im guessing it may be due to slight swelling. Today makes a week so i know hopefully things can only get better. What was your size before? I am very satisfied. I hope this helps and check back soon for pics :)
nani001
February 22, 2012
Hi bella86,
Thank you for replying so soon. I was a 34A before. I have my doctor's appointment in 3 weeks, I'm hoping he agrees to remove my implants as soon as possible. This whole ordeal has been extremely difficult for me. I'm glad you are feeling much better and that you recover soon. I'll check for your pictures.
Dal007
February 27, 2012
I am so glad I found this site. I had mine put in 8 days ago and HATE them. I have a one year old and two year old and had previously been a 34 b but after breastfeeding went to a 34 a. I am only 5'2" and 120lbs. I told ps a million times I only wanted a full b. I knew right away they were too big. And, not only that, I just hate them. They are so not me. I regret this so bad. Everyone is saying I will get used to them but I know I won't. I have never been so sure of anything in my life. I have appointment tomorrow to get stitches removed and I know he is going to say it is normal to feel like this at first. How can I convince him it is not that. I truly want them out!
nani001
February 27, 2012
Hi Dal007,

Despite your physical and emotional pain you have to remain strong for your children. Remind yourself that what you are facing has a solution and that it is temporary. Right know focus on healing and taking care of yourself. Be compassionate with yourself.
I share your feelings, I had surgery two months ago, and have made the decision to have them removed. My doctor already agreed, but he said I had to wait two months to minimize risks, that was a month ago.
What you are going through is going to be a process and patience is key.
bella86
February 27, 2012
Well its your choice! My original surgeon didnt want to but your the patient and the boss. I do recommend letting them settle and letting your body recover from the trauma. He may tell u to wait 6 months to let all swelling subside to see final result. I had swelling for at least 1 month or so. So patience is key. I now its frustrating and that you feel anxious. B
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