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52 Yo Scarless Breast Lift with Fat Transfer from Abdomen - Boca Raton, FL
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I will be undergoing the scarless breast lift with...
$11,950
I will be undergoing the scarless breast lift with a fat transfer from my abdomen in just 6 days, I have chosen Dr. Hilton Becker in Boca Raton, Florida after searching for an alternative to the vertical "lollipop" lift. I live in the Tampa area and will be traveling 4 hours to undergo the procedure. My husband and I have booked a room at the Bonaventure Resort just south of Boca.
I have lost 25 pounds over the last year. I am 5'8 and currently 179 pounds. The weight loss, coupled with my age and peri-menopause has left my breasts sagging to the left and the right. All volume at the top has disappeared and my bras are becoming excessively uncomfortable. I have always been a C cup, but my cup size has fluctuated to a D during weight gain. I would like to achieve a DD without an implant. Dr. Becker believes there is sufficient fat in my abdomen to transfer to my breasts.
While doing my research, my number one goal was to lift my breasts and raise the nipples with minimal scarring. I desired fullness and considered implants. I want to bring them back toward center and up. I don't want to be super large, but large enough to have noticeable volume and to look good without a bra. Initially, I spoke with Dr. Becker about 350 cc implants. Dr. Becker suggested that since my breasts are already large, I might consider a fat transfer because a 350 cc implant would be scarcely visible. By doing the fat transfer, I can achieve a DD breast size and trim down my waistline at the same time. I spoke with my husband about the alternative and we agreed that by choosing the fat transfer over an implant, we can avoid costly implant adjustments a few years down the road.
So, the decision was made and my journey began. My surgery was initially scheduled for January 28th. I drove back to Boca on the 13th to sign paperwork, pick up my prescriptions and finalize surgical plans. My experience to date with Dr. Becker, Christina and my nurse Jen has been top notch. They work efficiently as a team and have answered all of my questions both during my consultations and on the phone. I would also like to add that after planning my initial surgery date, I experienced a family crisis and had to put my surgery on hold. This occurred within a week of my surgery date and put our deposit at risk. The team came together to assist me in any ways possible so that I could go ahead with my surgery as planned. They followed up with phone calls and professionalism that secured my confidence in them even more. Within a few days, my family crisis was worked out and I was able to quickly reschedule for Feb. 10th.
Today, I completed my pre-op visit with my PCP, Dr. George Brick. He gave me a clean bill of health and faxed the report to Dr.Becker. All I need to do now is get my prescriptions filled, check in with Jen in the morning and fine tune last minute details. I am excited, yet anxious aat the same time. I have complete trust in my team and am ready as I will ever be.
More to follow next week....
I have lost 25 pounds over the last year. I am 5'8 and currently 179 pounds. The weight loss, coupled with my age and peri-menopause has left my breasts sagging to the left and the right. All volume at the top has disappeared and my bras are becoming excessively uncomfortable. I have always been a C cup, but my cup size has fluctuated to a D during weight gain. I would like to achieve a DD without an implant. Dr. Becker believes there is sufficient fat in my abdomen to transfer to my breasts.
While doing my research, my number one goal was to lift my breasts and raise the nipples with minimal scarring. I desired fullness and considered implants. I want to bring them back toward center and up. I don't want to be super large, but large enough to have noticeable volume and to look good without a bra. Initially, I spoke with Dr. Becker about 350 cc implants. Dr. Becker suggested that since my breasts are already large, I might consider a fat transfer because a 350 cc implant would be scarcely visible. By doing the fat transfer, I can achieve a DD breast size and trim down my waistline at the same time. I spoke with my husband about the alternative and we agreed that by choosing the fat transfer over an implant, we can avoid costly implant adjustments a few years down the road.
So, the decision was made and my journey began. My surgery was initially scheduled for January 28th. I drove back to Boca on the 13th to sign paperwork, pick up my prescriptions and finalize surgical plans. My experience to date with Dr. Becker, Christina and my nurse Jen has been top notch. They work efficiently as a team and have answered all of my questions both during my consultations and on the phone. I would also like to add that after planning my initial surgery date, I experienced a family crisis and had to put my surgery on hold. This occurred within a week of my surgery date and put our deposit at risk. The team came together to assist me in any ways possible so that I could go ahead with my surgery as planned. They followed up with phone calls and professionalism that secured my confidence in them even more. Within a few days, my family crisis was worked out and I was able to quickly reschedule for Feb. 10th.
Today, I completed my pre-op visit with my PCP, Dr. George Brick. He gave me a clean bill of health and faxed the report to Dr.Becker. All I need to do now is get my prescriptions filled, check in with Jen in the morning and fine tune last minute details. I am excited, yet anxious aat the same time. I have complete trust in my team and am ready as I will ever be.
More to follow next week....
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Replies (7)
February 23, 2016
Please post your post op pics! I was thinking about getting the same thing! Good luck!!
March 24, 2016
How much his scarless breast lift cost without the fat transfer? Can this procedure be done without reducing areola size?
March 25, 2016
I'm not sure what Dr. Becker charges for just the scarless lift. Call Christina at 561-394-6656. She will ask you to send some pictures to see if you are a candidate for the scarless lift. If so, she can give you a ballpark estimate before your consultation. I cant answer your question regarding the reduction of areola. That can be asked during your phone call or consultation. Everyone is different sizes. Good luck. I hope it will work for you.
March 28, 2016
I talked to the lady. She said, they do not have to reduce the areolas. The price range is from $10,000-$12,000.
March 28, 2016
I'm happy you were able to clarify the procedure with them. Let me know if you decide to get it done. Best wishes.
UPDATED FROM leigh720
Day of treatment
Surgery done - feeling great.
So, I went for my surgery yesterday. My doctor asked if I could come in on Tuesday instead of Wednesday. We arrived for surgery at noon and I was prepped and on the table by 2:30. My husband went out for groceries and to make sure our room was ready at the hotel. He stocked up on fresh fruit and veggie trays, chicken soup, pineapple and most importantly ginger ale. I tend to get nauseated from pain meds and I wasn't too interested in taking the rectal suppositories. Since I hadn't had anything to eat or drink all day, I drank the ginger ale as soon as we got into the room. It wet my whistle and gave me some much needed sugar. The nurse had given me a something for pain before I left so it settled my stomach right away. I ate a few triscuits (fiber) and some cheese slices (protein) to get me through the night, and it seemed to be the right mix. I didn't get sick so that was a relief.
As suggested by my nurse, I took half of my Vicodin instead of the full dose; one before bed and another half about 2am. I slept fairly well on my back most of the night. Sometime during the night, my back got sore so turned on my side and hugged a pillow to keep my chest muscles straight.
I am off to see Dr Becker. More updates later .
As suggested by my nurse, I took half of my Vicodin instead of the full dose; one before bed and another half about 2am. I slept fairly well on my back most of the night. Sometime during the night, my back got sore so turned on my side and hugged a pillow to keep my chest muscles straight.
I am off to see Dr Becker. More updates later .
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February 11, 2016
Everything looks great so far. I can see that my stomach has gone down considerably. The stubborn fat I gained and never lost after I quit smoking 20 years ago was targeted and, even though I'm swollen, I can see it is gone. My breasts are raised higher and supported with an internal mesh bra. He he has filled each breast with 80 cc of fat. I can immediately notice the fullness on the top. My nipples are moved up and front facing. My breasts have been rounded out very naturally. I can hardly believe that I have done this. I'm very excited and can't wait to see it all healed. It's a bit scary looking at the bruises and stitches, but looking past them, I can see this is going to be very good.
I am also relieved that the surgery is over. There is a lot of research and planning for a cosmetic procedure, including the anxieties and pre-ops. Mostly,I think I under estimated the extent of the procedure. I was on the table for 2.5 hours. This is the most invasive surgery I have had in 52 years, so I have to force myself to rest. Also, I was a little unprepared for the logistics of having surgery out of town. I underestimated the down time and wasn't aware that I needed to be in Boca Raton for at least 7 days. I also didn't know that I could not leave the surgery alone in a cab or with an uber driver. I was required to have someone with me for at least 24 hours. So that meant I had to find someone to take off from a job to go with me. Fortunately, at the last minute my husband was able to come home from his overseas contract early.
I also underestimated the incidental costs of pre-operative lab work which cost $137, $40 for a mammogram and $25 for an EKG. I am self-paying so my dr visit to my PCP cost $75. Then we had to look at the cost of an extended stay and a comfortable place for my recovery. We chose BonAventure Resort in Weston, Florida about 45 mins south of Boca. We checked in here today and so far it's been just perfect for the price of $103 per night. So all things considered, I now know about out-of-town breast lift surgery. If you want to have the cosmetic procedure of choice, you have to find the right doctor and go the extra mile to get it. I'm glad I did.
I will try to post pictures tomorrow.
I am also relieved that the surgery is over. There is a lot of research and planning for a cosmetic procedure, including the anxieties and pre-ops. Mostly,I think I under estimated the extent of the procedure. I was on the table for 2.5 hours. This is the most invasive surgery I have had in 52 years, so I have to force myself to rest. Also, I was a little unprepared for the logistics of having surgery out of town. I underestimated the down time and wasn't aware that I needed to be in Boca Raton for at least 7 days. I also didn't know that I could not leave the surgery alone in a cab or with an uber driver. I was required to have someone with me for at least 24 hours. So that meant I had to find someone to take off from a job to go with me. Fortunately, at the last minute my husband was able to come home from his overseas contract early.
I also underestimated the incidental costs of pre-operative lab work which cost $137, $40 for a mammogram and $25 for an EKG. I am self-paying so my dr visit to my PCP cost $75. Then we had to look at the cost of an extended stay and a comfortable place for my recovery. We chose BonAventure Resort in Weston, Florida about 45 mins south of Boca. We checked in here today and so far it's been just perfect for the price of $103 per night. So all things considered, I now know about out-of-town breast lift surgery. If you want to have the cosmetic procedure of choice, you have to find the right doctor and go the extra mile to get it. I'm glad I did.
I will try to post pictures tomorrow.
February 12, 2016
Glad to hear it went well. I look forward to hearing more about your journey. Good wishes for a successful healing process and outcome.
February 13, 2016
In hindsight, I would like to add that cheese with the crackers may not have been the best idea after surgery. Both anesthesia and Vicodin are known to constipate. Cheese adds to the misery. Plain crackers are best (my opinion).
UPDATED FROM leigh720
2 days post
Soreness and Reality has set in
Well after all of the logistics,details and surgery, the reality has set in. Day four post op....not much to say other than swollen, bruised, pain and drains. I've become constipated and I'm feeling a bit nauseated from the Vicodin. Unfortunately, the Tylenol has proven not as effective so I will have to stay on the Vicodin.
I hope the pain subsides once the drains are removed. I will see my doctor at 12:30.
I hope the pain subsides once the drains are removed. I will see my doctor at 12:30.
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