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(1 year post) 26yo, 5'6", 115lbs, 325HP BA & Rhinoplasty

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So I'm finally doing it... I'm getting boobs... I...

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So I'm finally doing it... I'm getting boobs... I still almost don't believe it. I've always been happy with the shape of my breasts. But, like most of you on here, the lack of volume has always bugged me. Not being able to fill out tops/bikinis is a major bummer. Having to always wear padded bras and tight tops over them so my boobs don't fall to the bottom has become my daily wardrobe. I used to think negatively about other people who had augmentation done (never thought I would do it!), and all of my friends had the same negative things to say about it. It wasn't until last year that I really started to realize that the only reason I haven't gotten them yet were other people's perceptions. I've been borderline obsessively reading stories and reviews on this site for the past few months and you all have been such a wonderful motivation. I feel so much more informed and at ease with the decision. Hoping my story will help someone else out there as well.

A little about me: I'm 26, 115lbs, 5'6". I barely fit into a 32B. Still not positive on my goal size, more so looking to be proportional and not too big! I keep hearing how everyone wants bigger after, I'm terrified of the opposite happening! After my consultations I've liked the look of 300-350cc. I keep flip flopping between the two, anxious to have to make a final decision!

I went to 4 different consultations. Finally decided on Dr. Jabs, his demeanor was so friendly and I felt very confident in his skills from his before/afters. His patient coordinator Joanne is also amazing to deal with. She's super friendly and always answers emails/calls within an hour or two. A second major reason I chose him is his rhinoplasty before/after photos. They all looked very natural and not "done". He did a simulated photo of my nose and I LOVE it. I felt like he really listened and understood exactly what I wanted. I want to get both done together so I only have one recovery period. I'm not sure yet if I'll post photos of the nose, I may write up a second review for it.

My pre-op is on Feb 2nd, surgery is scheduled for Feb 20th. So excited!

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Arthur Dean Jabs, MD, PhD, FACS

Arthur Dean Jabs, MD, PhD, FACS

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January 25, 2015
I'm doing 310cc under the muscle in March :) when are you planning surgery?
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January 25, 2015
Wow our stat's are almost exactly the same! My surgery is on February 20th. Mine are slightly smaller than yours now and I have some of your same wish pics on my phone. Can't wait to see your result!
January 25, 2015
Looking forward to follow you!! What cc's are you going with? I can't fit more than 310cc, but I think that will be a good size for me
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January 25, 2015
The Dr. said I shouldn't go over 350, when I tried on the sizers I couldn't decide between 300 or 350. I'm afraid 350 might be too big! I'm thinking of just splitting the difference and getting 325.
January 25, 2015
Sounds smart! I would like 325 if I could
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January 26, 2015
Maybe I am crazy. I just don't understand why you don't like your figure. I think it is adorable. Having small boobs never bothered me.
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February 2, 2015
Well thank you very much! I don't mind my figure now, would just like a little more proportion.
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February 2, 2015
I feel like our stories are very similar! I have yet to post mine because that will make it real! good for you getting over that hard realization that no one else's opinion matters. I get the same reaction from my friends and it's hard. My surgery is booked for March 18th!! Good luck lady. Hang in there! You're doing the right thing and for all the right reasons!! Keep smiling! :)
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February 2, 2015
Thank you! It was getting over other people that made me so confident to go through with this. Glad you are doing it as well! Paid in full today! That definitely made it really real. You should definitely make a review, I'd love to see your results. :)
February 8, 2015
We have the same breasts. I'm excited to see how yours turn out because I'm also having so much trouble deciding size.
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March 28, 2015
Have you decided on your size yet? I'm in love with mine :)
February 10, 2015
Good for you!!!
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25 days pre

Before

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A few before photos and the simulation that the doctor gave me after my visit. He also sent me a 350cc one, but I could barely tell the difference between the two. Decisions!

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January 25, 2015
Hi! I just stumbled upon your page. I am 5'7 117lbs so pretty close I'm stats. I would definitely recommend at least 350cc. I wish that I would have done something in the 400cc range. I got 350cc HP and started out a small A. It got me to a 32C (not 34C like I had hoped for). Lots of girls wish that they had gone bigger bc implants are flatter than natural breasts and what measures a C will look like a B under clothing. I just don't want you to be disappointed. Feel free to check out my pics. Good luck!!!
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January 26, 2015
Thanks for the advice! I looked over your pics and can see why you think they're a little small but I still think they look great on you! Very proportional imo. But do what makes you happy! Interested to see if you end up with the shaped ones. I'm assuming you work out with your username. Have you had any complications with workouts?
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February 2, 2015
Our pre-op stats are pretty similar and I'm going at the end of this month:) I'm getting similar size except high profile..I look forward to following your journey!
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February 2, 2015
After my pre-op today I decided on HP as well. But 350. I really hope it's not too big! Sounds like everyone always wished they went bigger so I'm trying to keep that in mind. You have the same wide gap that I do between your breasts. Hoping we both get beautiful results!
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December 3, 2015
Aaahh! You're the closest to my body and boob type I have seen on here! This makes me super excited just by how awesome yours have turned out! Sweeeet!
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17 days pre

Pre-op Done!!!

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So today was my pre-op, half of it was sitting down and initialing/signing a LOT of paperwork and talking with the nurse that will be taking care of me. She was super nice and explained everything very well. I will definitely have to cut a lot of supplements out of my diet before/after. She said that I can only take Tylenol (aside from my scrip of course) for pain and have to stop taking any herbs/vitamins except for a select few. No more protein shakes either! Oh well I guess it's all worth it in the end.

After that my Dr. came in and he went over again what he thought was best for my nose, I told him as long as he makes it as close as possible to his generated photo I'll be happy! I showed him my wish boob photos as well and he said that in his opinion 300 would be way too small and that I should do either 325 or 350cc. He sized me and said that in order to go that big I would have to do high profile for them to fit. I did not think I would ever hear that!!! I've always thought I was wide across, but I have such a wide gap in between my actual breast tissue. Just never really looked at it like that.

Sooo... 350HP it is! I was a little anxious to confirm that size but I trust his judgement and he said that they won't look "fake" on me since I'm pretty tall.

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February 2, 2015
Congrats on the volume selection! You must be so excited. I think the 350cc implants are going to look great on you. My pre-op isn't until Feb 9th, but I'm still teetering between two different sizes myself. Good luck!
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February 3, 2015
Thanks! I hope your pre-op goes well, I will definitely be following you to see how they turn out. I think the size range you want will fit you really well. That's nice that your surgeon will bring multiple sizes to the table. Good luck to you as well!
February 3, 2015
My surgery is scheduled for this Thursday! I have your exact dimensions and am going with 350cc silicone unders.
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February 3, 2015
Good luck!!! If you are comfortable I would love to see some photos of you before/after. Hope everything goes smoothly, I'll be sending happy thoughts your way :)
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February 3, 2015
Congrats on your pre-op being done and choosing a size. Isn't it a relief when you finally pick something and stick with it! Looks like we might be BA twins, same date and size (just different profiles, although I doubt mod plus will be much different). Now I'm just feeling so impatient! 17 days to go :)
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February 3, 2015
I was sooo worried that high profile would be too fake, then he showed me the difference in projection (at least with Mentor), it was only 7/10th's of a cm! I'm thinking we will be super similar. I've been looking at a bunch of reviews today freaking out that 350 will be too big, but everyone's body is so different it's hard to tell. I agree with the impatience, I just want the 20th to be here already!
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February 4, 2015
Haha, I know what you mean. I'm just trying to make my peace with it because there's really no good way to tell until it's done. I just keep reminding myself that I loved how the sizers looked. When I asked about needing to go one implant size up based on the sizers, they said that the sizers they use give a really good idea of your result. Let's hope so! 16 days to go :)
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February 3, 2015
Thank you again for sharing! I am so excited for you! I won't be much longer behind you, I've posted my story now if your interested, have a read. I can't wait to hear more and to continue following your story! God luck to you!
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February 3, 2015
Yay for starting a review! Happy to have a place to follow your story. SO glad to hear that you have such a supporting person in your life, they make all the difference. Good luck with your boob journey!
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February 4, 2015
Thank you! :) you as well! I hope your surgery goes smoothly and you recover quickly!