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34aa 425cc silicone, smooth, round, HP Natrelle Birmingham, AL

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I'm 24 yrs old, 5'6", 130lbs, mother of two (3 and...

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MissRed24
WORTH IT$4,000
I'm 24 yrs old, 5'6", 130lbs, mother of two (3 and 5), completely flat chested. I've always hated my breasts (or lack of) but after breast feeding my two little ones for a total of 10 months it was even worse. I currently have almost no breast tissue and my only concern is not being able to go big enough. But anything will be better than what I have now lol. I'm so excited and slightly nervous. This site has been so great. I've got boobie fever like so many other women on here.. Checking reviews a dozen times a day, waiting on the realself newsletter lol. And I've definitely fallen into the boobie greed. I want to go as big as I can w my lack of natural tissue (and still be proportionate of course). I've chosen to use Dr. William Hedden in Birmingham, Al. I went for my consultation after reading tons of wonderful reviews on him and his staff. I chatted w a couple of his nurses (very pleasant women), tried on sizers (of course I liked the biggest ones best; 450-550cc), and met Dr. Hedden. He was very nice and answered all of my questions. We agreed on silicon, smooth, round implants. We didn't pick a size yet, I assume we'll discuss it further when I schedule my surgery. He knows my goals and seems very confident I'll be able to achieve them. I plan on having my surgery next March so I can take some time off work. I also have an amazing boyfriend who will be holding my hand through it all and tending to me and the little ones through my recovery. I probably won't be updating very often for a while since I've yet to schedule my surgery (plus holidays, work, and toddlers turning 3 and 5) but I will definitely be keeping an eye on realself. I'd like to thank all of you wonderfully pleasant ladies out there whose updates have helped me so much in my decisions and expectations.

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Dr. William J. Hedden

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Dr. Hedden and his entire staff were absolutely amazing from consultation to my post op visit. I found him here on RealSelf while researching the procedure and surgeons. I read so many wonderful reviews and he was only a couple hours away from home so I decided to schedule a consultation. My whole experience has been 100% perfect thus far. I would normally over think everything and worry so much but they really made this journey enjoyable and stress free for me. I could not have asked for a better surgeon, anesthesiologist, nurses, etc. I'm only 3 days post op and I've been pain free (med free for 2 days), feeling wonderful, and absolutely in love w my results so far. Can't wait to see the finished product. I will definitely be recommending Dr. Hedden to anyone considering breast augmentation.

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October 28, 2014
Congrats on deciding on doing this for yourself! I am also having mine done in march..yay for 2015 boobs.can't wait to keep in touch
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October 29, 2014
Oh yah it feels good to finally do something just for me. Congrats to you too. Definitely, keep us updated.
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February 23, 2015
How exciting, can't wait for you!!
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February 23, 2015
Why did u choose silicon??
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February 24, 2015
My PS suggested silicone because I am very thin.. it will be less likely to ripple than saline. Also, I like that it feels softer. I think what sold me on silicone is that if it ruptures (from what I understand) it's more like a slow leak whereas saline goes flat very quickly because it absorbs into your body, and I can't stand the thought of having one flat boob lol.
February 26, 2015
Look forward to seeing your results. We are similar in size and I'm torn between 375 or bigger.
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February 26, 2015
I told my surgeon I wasn't entirely sure about what size I wanted. He asked what I had been considering and I told him maybe 400cc or 450cc. He said let's go w 450cc or the closest that will fit. He used a saline expander to see how big he could go and he fit 425cc. So the perfect medium for me. I trusted his judgement completely. Wish I would have taken a before pic but I just forgot. I was like 34aa.. Absolutely nothing lol.
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February 26, 2015
PS- good luck! And I'll post some pics tomorrow (assuming I get my bandages off). (:
February 26, 2015
Thank u! I'm thinking more towards 400now. I'm seriously nothing as well. A saggy AA. Basically just a flap of skin lol so bad
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February 26, 2015
Yes I would go w the bigger size but that's just me. I'm pretty conservative but I think they'll fit my body well. So excited to see they'll settle (:
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February 26, 2015
I'm doing mine on March 5th. Super nervous and having dreams that I arrived too late to surgery
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February 26, 2015
Try not to worry yourself too much and just make sure you have everything organized and planned. You'll be just fine. Hoping your experience goes as well as mine (: I think you'll be surprised at how simple everything really is. Best of luck and keep us updated :) I'll try my best to update on here as much as possible
UPDATED FROM MissRed24
4 months pre

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A couple pics I took at my consultation last month.

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October 28, 2014
Getting mine done by him as well in February. Wow, he has a lot of different sizers, I've decided on 500-550/ 600-650 cc and that's all with a rice test so I could imagine. I'm so excited for you!
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October 28, 2014
Thank you! I'm excited for you too. I can't wait. I'll either be scheduling for February or March (as early as possible w my schedule and finances). Seems so close yet so far lol.
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12 days pre

I'm Scheduled!! (:

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Well, I finally scheduled my BA with Dr. William Hedden yesterday and paid my 10% deposit! Went to work today and requested a couple weeks off after surgery and got approved so all is well (: I go Feb 16th (this coming Monday) for my pre op appointment/bloodwork. Then my surgery is Wednesday, February 25th! So excited and just a little nervous. I'm sure my nerves will eventually get the best of me but right now I'm just so thrilled and hopeful!

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February 13, 2015
Good luck. We are close to the same size. I just had my surgery yesterday I got 400L 450R mentor mod+. I love them so far. Good luck with everything and keep us updated!
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February 13, 2015
I sure will. I'm super excited. And I've been thinking 400-450cc but I'm gonna discuss it w Dr. Hedden. Happy healing!
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February 13, 2015
Aww. Thank you!
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February 14, 2015
Good luck mines is on the 24th of march. Keep us updated. :)
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February 15, 2015
Thanks. I sure will. I'll be right at a month ahead of you so I'll give you a heads up on any tips and advice ;P
March 4, 2015
When you say 10% deposit what do you mean? Did you use carecredit?
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March 4, 2015
Dr. Hedden requires a 10% deposit to schedule the surgery. But I paid in full at my pre op appointment.
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March 17, 2015
I just found this site... totally happy for you! I just scheduled yesterday I'm set for 4/20! You'll be totally one step ahead of me you'll have to update often!
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March 17, 2015
Good luck! This site is very helpful. This has been of the best experiences I've ever had, worth every penny.
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March 22, 2015
Thanks doll. I wanted to schedule sooner but I had to be 3 weeks of no-smoking status. And I'm like officially quitting Monday and not looking forward to it. Quit the whole time I was knocked up; breastfeeding non smoking environment but like an idiot ... Went right back to it after I was BF free. Now I've got to do it for myself. Not so easy but the alternatives didn't sound so great.