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I forgot to mention that during surgery, my right...
I forgot to mention that during surgery, my right implant was discovered to have ruptured. I am so glad they are out!! Initially after the surgery, for several weeks I would look at my breasts and still feel as if the implants were still there. However, now I've become accustomed to having natural breasts. I will see about uploading some photos. I also wanted to mention the actual surgery took place in Pasadena at a surgical center and not in Beverly Hills, the doctor's office location.
Ladies, I am 59 years old and 6 weeks post-op. I...
Ladies, I am 59 years old and 6 weeks post-op. I was implanted with 275 cc silicone implants under the muscle by an army surgeon. Yes, you read that right. There was a time when the military was offering breast implants for military dependents and the cost was $500. At the time I was 118 pounds, 5'5", and about as flat as a board, judging from old pics. I had always felt badly about my breasts (or lack of) and thought this was my heaven-sent answer.
Fast forward to today. The implants stayed relatively soft and pliable up until 3 years ago when the right side became hardened. I had actually been wanting to remove them 10 years ago, but the Kaiser surgeon I consulted REFUSED to remove them without my husband's consent, stating that since I was all implant, he was concerned about my husband's reaction! And I hesitated, not because my (new) husband was not supportive, but because I was concerned how I would feel about myself if I were once again flat and saggy. So, I was intrigued when I began to learn about fat transfer to the breast about a year ago.
Long story short, that was the right decision for me. After considerable research, I found a surgeon who had impeccable credentials and went for a consultation. He thought I would have a good result and ultimately be again about the size of my implants. I now weigh 141 pounds and had gained a bit of breast tissue with extra weight.
So, I took the plunge and went for it. Now the good, bad, and the ugly. The good is 6 weeks post-op, I am so relieved and happy that the implants are out!! My husband was not a fan of the "hard [RS bleep]" and he loves the natural, soft shape of my breasts as do I. While not large by any stretch of the imagination, they are still nice. The bad: after 6 weeks, some fat has reabsorbed into the body and to be "larger" it would necessitate another surgery. Also, immediately after my surgery, I had bruising along the abdomen and flanks, and it was shocking to behold. I also have been wearing a compression garment (JOBST, Amazon) which has been a bother at times. The ugly: immediately after surgery, I was sick as a dog from the narcotics to contol pain. I mean vomiting non stop for 2 days until I switched to ibuprofen, pain be damned!
My final thoughts: again, for me this was so worth it. I've decided not to pursue an additional surgery, but rather to delight in the results that I have. I would encourage anyone contemplating surgery to do so very thoughtfully. It is not a walk in the park and all surgery carry a risk. However, after evaluating the pros and cons, removing my implants and having fat transferred was the best action I could have taken. I am happy with the results.
Fast forward to today. The implants stayed relatively soft and pliable up until 3 years ago when the right side became hardened. I had actually been wanting to remove them 10 years ago, but the Kaiser surgeon I consulted REFUSED to remove them without my husband's consent, stating that since I was all implant, he was concerned about my husband's reaction! And I hesitated, not because my (new) husband was not supportive, but because I was concerned how I would feel about myself if I were once again flat and saggy. So, I was intrigued when I began to learn about fat transfer to the breast about a year ago.
Long story short, that was the right decision for me. After considerable research, I found a surgeon who had impeccable credentials and went for a consultation. He thought I would have a good result and ultimately be again about the size of my implants. I now weigh 141 pounds and had gained a bit of breast tissue with extra weight.
So, I took the plunge and went for it. Now the good, bad, and the ugly. The good is 6 weeks post-op, I am so relieved and happy that the implants are out!! My husband was not a fan of the "hard [RS bleep]" and he loves the natural, soft shape of my breasts as do I. While not large by any stretch of the imagination, they are still nice. The bad: after 6 weeks, some fat has reabsorbed into the body and to be "larger" it would necessitate another surgery. Also, immediately after my surgery, I had bruising along the abdomen and flanks, and it was shocking to behold. I also have been wearing a compression garment (JOBST, Amazon) which has been a bother at times. The ugly: immediately after surgery, I was sick as a dog from the narcotics to contol pain. I mean vomiting non stop for 2 days until I switched to ibuprofen, pain be damned!
My final thoughts: again, for me this was so worth it. I've decided not to pursue an additional surgery, but rather to delight in the results that I have. I would encourage anyone contemplating surgery to do so very thoughtfully. It is not a walk in the park and all surgery carry a risk. However, after evaluating the pros and cons, removing my implants and having fat transferred was the best action I could have taken. I am happy with the results.
Provider Review
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
9735 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, California
Personable, impeccable credentials, meticulous about his work. Downside is that it was expensive, but I saved and considered cost an investment in my health.