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33 Years Old, 153lbs, 5'5", 1 Child That's 2 Years Old, Much Needed Boob Upgrade! - Birmingham, AL
UPDATED FROM aliciacg_83
27 days post
Almost 1 month post
WORTH IT$3,100
I've been trying to not look at them as much, hoping to see more progress when I actually took the time to look. I havent had any pain, just some been a little uncomfortable when ever the muscle tightens up. (Usually just in the shower while I'm washing my hair and when I get into bed tryung to gey comfortable)
I did this huge stretch the other morning when I was yawning, and heard this loud popping noise from the right side. Wow, that scared me for a min. I thought I broke something, lol.
I had my 3 week post op appt a few days ago. My PS said to give it some more time for them to settle and that everything looked good.
I'm just concerned that the bottom half won't fill out, especially on the left side. That was the bigger one, and the one that was more droopy. Even since he adjusted my crease, will they still fall into that spot? What I mean is, since they were droopy before, are they ever going to get full on the bottom half?
I am still a bit upset with the fact that the asymmetry wasn't addressed in surgery. So i still have a boob that's a half a cup size of not bigger than the other. He made them 500/500. Also, the swelling has gone down and they have shrunk in size, so yes, I thought they'd be bigger. But hopefully the bottom half will fill out more in the next few months, and everything will work out.
I did this huge stretch the other morning when I was yawning, and heard this loud popping noise from the right side. Wow, that scared me for a min. I thought I broke something, lol.
I had my 3 week post op appt a few days ago. My PS said to give it some more time for them to settle and that everything looked good.
I'm just concerned that the bottom half won't fill out, especially on the left side. That was the bigger one, and the one that was more droopy. Even since he adjusted my crease, will they still fall into that spot? What I mean is, since they were droopy before, are they ever going to get full on the bottom half?
I am still a bit upset with the fact that the asymmetry wasn't addressed in surgery. So i still have a boob that's a half a cup size of not bigger than the other. He made them 500/500. Also, the swelling has gone down and they have shrunk in size, so yes, I thought they'd be bigger. But hopefully the bottom half will fill out more in the next few months, and everything will work out.
UPDATED FROM aliciacg_83
15 days post
Getting a bit discouraged!
All of my pain is gone as of yesterday. They're still a little sore around the nipple and I'm still numb and tingly feeling. I feel like a freak without a bra on. I'm starting to think they will never come down. I had the band cut to correct the tuberous part, but how long does it take to see improvements? I'm having about 4-5 muscle spasms a day where they tighten up pretty hard. Is that still normal to have that many 2 weeks post op?
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You are still very very early in recovery. Mine hadn't even dropped at two weeks and I was a revision with my pockets already previously made. They say it can take months. Have you been massaging? It really helped mine come down and soften.
Yes I just started yesterday. He told me to not start until 2 weeks. I'll definitely stick with it and stay positive. I guess I was just having a bad day. Thank you
I think u will be very pleased with the results in a few weeks :)
Patience is the hardest part of the recovery. Hang in there. It gets better each week.
Thank you for reminding me. I think more people should talk about the level of patience involved with this journey. It's real. Some of us are born with perfectly placed boobs, perfect nipples, and the perfect amount of breast tissue. (None of which I had) For us that aren't on that perfect side, it can be emotional.
I'll post an update with pics tonight.
I'll post an update with pics tonight.
Why wasn't a lift done too? Maybe I am just looking at how high they are, but your nipples are pointing down? Sorry not being rude, just curious if they'll even out after they settle or what.
No actually they're not pointing down. In real life they've never pointed down. It may just be the angle of the picture.
A lift was not done because he said I had a 50/50 chance of possibly not having to get it once the implants were in, that we would have to see. Plus, I didn't want one if I didn't need one.
I think your comment is a bit harsh, considering everything that all of us go through when we have this procedure done. Please educate yourself before making hasty comments. I'm only 3 weeks post op, so it's still early.
A lift was not done because he said I had a 50/50 chance of possibly not having to get it once the implants were in, that we would have to see. Plus, I didn't want one if I didn't need one.
I think your comment is a bit harsh, considering everything that all of us go through when we have this procedure done. Please educate yourself before making hasty comments. I'm only 3 weeks post op, so it's still early.
I see the picture you were talking about that my nipples are pointing down, it's because the implants are still pretty high and havent settled into place yet. What you see, is the breast tissue I started with that's in front of the implant. And yes, they will eventually settle down, but not everyone is created equal before we all have this done.
I wasn't being rude or harsh, lol. Sorry you took it that way. I know that I need a lift is why I asked, I had a consult done a year ago with the same place (different doctor), and I was genuinely curious. I don't mean they're POINTING down, just that the implants are very high on your chest while your nipples are very low at the bottom. I wasn't meaning it rude or making fun, I was making a genienly curious comment asking if they will drop (which I know they will), but I feel like we have a similar breast shape and I know I need a lift to achieve the look I want, so I didn't know if you just didn't want one or if maybe they will lift or center up once they drop, etc. Sorry you took it the wrong way!
Alicia, i really believe your going to be very happy in a few weeks. My nipples
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Much lower on the breast and point down-not all the way but definitely not straight ahead eithet! I am considering larget subglandular implants without a lift (even though a lift would make
Them perfect) And i believe i will have a sugnificant improvement from where im starting. Yours dont point down and although they are high i can see that they are gradually moving/settling. I think it might be up to 3 MONTHS before u see the best result! PLEASE dont get discouraged -keep us posted and DONT let anyone get u down :)
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Much lower on the breast and point down-not all the way but definitely not straight ahead eithet! I am considering larget subglandular implants without a lift (even though a lift would make
Them perfect) And i believe i will have a sugnificant improvement from where im starting. Yours dont point down and although they are high i can see that they are gradually moving/settling. I think it might be up to 3 MONTHS before u see the best result! PLEASE dont get discouraged -keep us posted and DONT let anyone get u down :)
It's ok. I dont know much about the other Dr. there, but Hedden is pretty great. He's very honest and don't tell you just anything. He did say after the implants, it would be a 50/50 chance of a lift. I chose to get the implants first, then see afterward (once they're in the final position) if in fact in would need it or not.
I originally wanted 625cc. After it was done, I ended up with 500, not because I changed my mind, but because that's all that would fit. I trust Dr. Hedden's decision. I did get high-profile so that will help with some of the saggyness.
They could also possibly do a bi-planer augmentation, which is what I believe he did on me. That's supposed to help achieve the lifted look, without actually getting one. Sorry about earlier, these last 3 weeks have just been difficult for me.
I originally wanted 625cc. After it was done, I ended up with 500, not because I changed my mind, but because that's all that would fit. I trust Dr. Hedden's decision. I did get high-profile so that will help with some of the saggyness.
They could also possibly do a bi-planer augmentation, which is what I believe he did on me. That's supposed to help achieve the lifted look, without actually getting one. Sorry about earlier, these last 3 weeks have just been difficult for me.
Thank you again so much for your kind words. I did go see Dr. Hidden today for my 3 week appt and he assured me that they will continue to drop. And yes, I agree that at the 3 month mark, i should see a big improvement. The progress is just slow I guess when I'm the one looking at them everyday.
Some women take longer to drop and fluff...besides, you're only 15 days post op. I can see changes from the beginning, but the changes are taking time, so hold on another few weeks and I'm sure you'll see more changes. I have seen women take up to 3 months to settle in. Try to distract yourself for a week or so...I know, easier said than done. ;)
Thank you Beth. Yes, my ps told me to give it a few months. I've not been looking in the mirror at them so much, the last week. I think that's helping me see more progress.
Oh good...it's tough to be patient! In fact, I can't wait to see the next round of pics! (I'm of no help here!) ;)
I'll get them done today. I was waiting on taking them to see how much progress had actually been made. I'll update today for sure.
So your breasts definitely look a bit softer and a bit lower in your 10/4 pictures! Slowly but surely...I'll try to be patient too but I've seen this happen before, so I'm crossing my fingers for you that it's just a matter of time. ;) Thanks for your update and pictures!
You're welcome. I'm just keeping my fingers crossed that the bottom half fills out a lot more.
UPDATED FROM aliciacg_83
9 days post
Questions, questions,questions....
My PS said to not start massaging until the 2 week mark, which I'm still a week away from. In the morning and certain times of the day I feel a lot of tightness. I kinda feel like they're swelling a little bit. I've been icing them with ice packs through out the day. The bras I've bought are extra large and I feel like they're too tight during the times they feel swollen. Should I go without a sports bra while this is happening?
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I had to find looser, sports bras / a little less supportive because at times I thought my bras were making things worse as far as settling and pain. It did help.
Ok I'll definitely do that. Because for the last few days I feel thats what's causing me pain. I couldnt really tell if they were swelling or what. I'll try that. Thank you so much.
My ps had me go braless whenever possible to help the drop and fluff happen more quickly. It worked. I'm 3.5 months out and my boobs look amazing and are completely natural looking already.
Hey! I'm going to Dr. Hedden next week. Did he do a biplanner on you? Also, did you get high profile or moderate?
He did choose high profile, but I'm not too sure on the biplaner. My follow up is on Friday next week, so I'll definitely ask.
Also, when i went for my pre o.o, I loved the 625cc Sixers, but in surgery he went with the 500cc. I'm not sure why, maybe they wouldn't fit, but I'm happy with his decision.
Oh ok. From my email consultation with him he said that he recommended the biplane augmentation because I have some droopiness so when you said that you had some droop I was wondering if he did the same for you. I'm thinking high profile 500 as well.
We did discuss that at the pre op, but he didnt say if that was the method he would do. I'm going to assume that he did, but I'll let you know for sure on Friday when I go. Is your surgery this week? Are you an out of town patient?
I live 2 hours away, so I did the 3 day stay in Birmingham. It wasnt bad at all.
I live 2 hours away, so I did the 3 day stay in Birmingham. It wasnt bad at all.
Yes girl Im driving from NY lol. Its Oct 4. Im antsy and cant wait!
Oh wow! It will be here before you know it.
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results!
On their way :). I hear that it can take a few
Months to "settle"...i would
Love to see an update :)