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33 Years Old, 153lbs, 5'5", 1 Child That's 2 Years Old, Much Needed Boob Upgrade! - Birmingham, AL
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Ok here it goes....i found this site on night...
WORTH IT$3,100
Ok here it goes....i found this site on night while googling implant pics so i could get an idea of where to start with. Once I got a general idea of what i wanted, I started my search for PS's. I called a few around the area we live in and made 1 consultation appt. with a PS in my town and went, which it only took a week or less to get in. Everyone there was very nice and comforting. The PS was down to earth and very friendly, which made me more calm. I got my quote and went home. (Not to mention, he did say i had some droopiness and wouldnt do just a BA alone, that I'd habe to have a lift also) My fiance and i decided to go see a few more to see what else eas out there. I found another consult appt with a PS that was about 45 min away from where we live. They weren't able to do the consult for 6 more weeks, plus they told me I'd have a nicotine test at my consult, and that the P.S. would not, under any circumstances operate if i tested positive for nicotine.
So you all know, I smoke less than a pack a day. I very rarely drink alcohol, and if i do it's maybe 1 drink or 1-2 beers.
So then, I found 2 more PS in Birmingham, AL, which is 2 hrs away from where we live. I looked at both of their pages and decided I'd call Dr. Hedden's office and start there.
From the very beginning they were extremely nice and informative. I sent some pics of me as well as some wish pics to Dr. Hedden through email. He personally answered back I believe within the next day. This was also on a weekend, which I was very impressed to get such a quick response.
So you all know, I smoke less than a pack a day. I very rarely drink alcohol, and if i do it's maybe 1 drink or 1-2 beers.
So then, I found 2 more PS in Birmingham, AL, which is 2 hrs away from where we live. I looked at both of their pages and decided I'd call Dr. Hedden's office and start there.
From the very beginning they were extremely nice and informative. I sent some pics of me as well as some wish pics to Dr. Hedden through email. He personally answered back I believe within the next day. This was also on a weekend, which I was very impressed to get such a quick response.
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Replies (11)
September 9, 2016
Dr Hedden is the MAN! I had my mommy makeover three weeks ago today! No regrets! He is the best!
September 9, 2016
Oh yes! He said there's a 50/50 chance that I'd might need a lift later on, depending on how everything heals up. He did the tubular correction and implants. I have nothing bad to say about my experience with him, except the pain, but that was expected. So far so good.
September 9, 2016
Yes! All the work he has done on me has been perfect! It's only been three weeks and I'm still healing but it's been SO worth it! Congrats on your surgery and a new you!
September 9, 2016
It's been pretty tough with all of the pain, but so far it's worth it. I'm only 2 days post op and still extremely sore and am having a hard time. Sleeping is probably the hardest. He told me to not massage until 2 weeks, so what do i do about the pain and soreness when I wake up?
September 9, 2016
Thank you. I plan on calling today to see what final size is.
September 9, 2016
Also, same with me as far as a lift later on! I still wanted to go with the bi-planar augmentation first to not a have the scarring. So far, I'm VERY happy and they still haven't fully dropped to create the lift illusion!
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September 17, 2016
Can u share details about the surgery itself? The morning
Of and before /after?
Of and before /after?
September 17, 2016
Yes. The morning of surgery, I woke up and had second thoughts. I just got very nervous. Once we got to the doctors office and signed in, it just all went away. I guess when I saw 2 othwr girls walk in for surgery, it helped my nerves, and calmed me.
When i woke up i was in a lot of pain. They gave me a shot through my iv, then sometime after that I got dressed and my fiance drove us back to the hotel. I took pain meds and valium as soon as we got back to the room, because i was very uncomfortable. I slept for a few hours, then got up and ate something. I believe we went out for food later.
The first week was hard for me. It gets easier every day, but everyone's experience is different. I had a lot of pain the first week. Mornings and night were the hardest....thats when i had most pain.
Even now, my left side is still causing pain for some reason. I've called my PS and he says that's completely normal.
Just take it easy. If someone is there to help you-take complete advantage of it. I think by day 3 I was all ready thinking I didn't need any help.....wrong!
When i woke up i was in a lot of pain. They gave me a shot through my iv, then sometime after that I got dressed and my fiance drove us back to the hotel. I took pain meds and valium as soon as we got back to the room, because i was very uncomfortable. I slept for a few hours, then got up and ate something. I believe we went out for food later.
The first week was hard for me. It gets easier every day, but everyone's experience is different. I had a lot of pain the first week. Mornings and night were the hardest....thats when i had most pain.
Even now, my left side is still causing pain for some reason. I've called my PS and he says that's completely normal.
Just take it easy. If someone is there to help you-take complete advantage of it. I think by day 3 I was all ready thinking I didn't need any help.....wrong!
September 17, 2016
Thank you gor sharing :) i want a BA soo bad but im
Afraid of surgery! Im glad
You didnt change your mind and i hope your pain goes away soon. Thanks
Afraid of surgery! Im glad
You didnt change your mind and i hope your pain goes away soon. Thanks
September 18, 2016
You should do it. I'm not sure where you're located, but Dr. Hedden in Birmingham, AL is wgo i went to, and I have nothing but nice things to say. Yeah, the pain part sucks, but everyones different. I'm probably the one causing all this extra pain, since im a stay at home mom and i chase my 2 year old all over the place.
I think it will be worth it in the end.
I think it will be worth it in the end.
UPDATED FROM aliciacg_83
2 days post
Day 2 post op
Sleeping in my own bed vs a hotel was a little bit better, but I still had it a little rough. I'm a side sleeper, but somehow I managed to stay on my back all night. I did buy one of those pillows from Wal-Mart that has the arms on them for resting/napping during the day. I find it almost impossible to sleep on it during the night. The meds definitely help with sleeping.
For me the mornings and bedtime are the worst, pain wise. At night I'm having pain in my upper back area between my shoulder blades. I've also been using the ice packs on in and off through out the day. It seems to help a little....more so at bedtime. My PS says to wear the sports bra for the next 2-3 weeks, and no massaging until 2 weeks.
They start to get really tight like theyre swelling towards the end of the day causing pain. I've been taking it easy, not lifting anything, but I did fold some laundry today and walked around outside for a bit.
I've also started using Palmers stretch mark cream in the tube a few times a day, to avoid stretch marks.
I've got several types of sports bras from a few different places. At first, I loved the front zip danskin one from Wal-Mart, but as soon as you wear it for an hour or so, it starts to unzip itself...so thats a problem. I feel like they've moved down a tiny tiny bit, but I'm not certain.
Just for a recap, I'm 5'5", 155lbs, 500cc Mentor HP saline implants, with tubular correction
Does anyone else have bad upper back pain and pain when you wake up in the mornings? Is this what everyone refers to as "morning boob"?
Any advice will be greatly appriciated.
For me the mornings and bedtime are the worst, pain wise. At night I'm having pain in my upper back area between my shoulder blades. I've also been using the ice packs on in and off through out the day. It seems to help a little....more so at bedtime. My PS says to wear the sports bra for the next 2-3 weeks, and no massaging until 2 weeks.
They start to get really tight like theyre swelling towards the end of the day causing pain. I've been taking it easy, not lifting anything, but I did fold some laundry today and walked around outside for a bit.
I've also started using Palmers stretch mark cream in the tube a few times a day, to avoid stretch marks.
I've got several types of sports bras from a few different places. At first, I loved the front zip danskin one from Wal-Mart, but as soon as you wear it for an hour or so, it starts to unzip itself...so thats a problem. I feel like they've moved down a tiny tiny bit, but I'm not certain.
Just for a recap, I'm 5'5", 155lbs, 500cc Mentor HP saline implants, with tubular correction
Does anyone else have bad upper back pain and pain when you wake up in the mornings? Is this what everyone refers to as "morning boob"?
Any advice will be greatly appriciated.
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September 10, 2016
I'm 1 mo post op today. I still notice and( this has always been the case) that in the mornings my breasts feel tighter, like the muscles stiffen up from lack of movement. I get up and massage them a little , move around a bit and it goes away. Funny I have the same issues with the Wal-Mart zip bras although I took out the padding triangles and it helped some. Also make sure the zipper end is folded down. It still will work it's way down but less so as your swelling goes down. I found those bras to be the most supportive even when I took out the padding. The padding made them too tight and uncomfortable. It will get better everyday!!! I love my girls. Just waiting for my right to drop a bit more but she's Coming along. I got 600cc. This site has helped me a great deal. Good luck!
September 10, 2016
Also make sure you ask your surgeon about massage. I didn't do it until I was about 2 weeks post except for a little rubbing but defintely not anything they show in massage videos. Some docs say it's a waste of time, Others recommend.
September 10, 2016
Yeah, he said to not start massaging until 2 weeks post op. This morning's morning boob was pretty serious, so i did a little light rubbing running in my arm put area.
September 10, 2016
Thank you. I did try taking the padding out and last night, but i felt that they werent being supported enough. I bought a few more from Wal-Mart last night that were high impact that felt a lot better. All of their sports bras are on sale now where we live. I originally asked for 625, but he said he couldn't guarantee they'd fit, bring this was my first time getting implants, plus he did the corrective tubular surgery where he released the band on the inside, so maybe that had something to do with how much would fit in there.
September 26, 2016
Try icing for 30 min before u get out of bed. The wedge pillow I purchased on Amazon has been a great help in sleeping. Be patient and pray:) This is my 2nd go around. First 15years ago. Now Iam on day 10 and taking it a lot slower this time around. Even when u start feeling better listen to what the doctors tell you. Rest and don't lift heavy stuff .
Welcome, and thanks for sharing your story with us. So glad you've had such a positive experience! Do you know the size and brand of your implants?
Thanks for the extra details. Perhaps you could ask your PS about the size? Your photos are fab! You look awesome.