255 Cc Sientra Anatomic Implants Over the Muscle

I relied on RealSelf reviews so heavily when I was considering a breast augmentation but had a really hard time finding reviews for anatomic (teardrop shaped) implants placed over the muscle. I wanted to share my experience in case anyone out there is in the same boat! Going into my consultation with Dr. Wheeler I was (I thought) 100% set on round silicone implants placed under the muscle. Everything I researched online favored this style of augmentation, arguing it was the method that yielded the most natural results (a 'natural' appearance was my top priority). After an incredibly thorough consultation with Dr. Wheeler, my mind had been completely changed. He explained to me that natural breast tissue lies on top of the muscle, not underneath, making it a little senseless to place an implant under the muscle. He also explained animation deformity and how it tends to be much more prominent when the implant is placed underneath the muscle. He explained the risks and the benefits to both methods and always let me know that the choice was ultimately mine. He has a great video on his website that details all of this information and is well worth a watch. When I looked through his Instagram page (which is a great resource you should check out!), every single before and after photo that I liked was of someone who went with anatomic implants placed over the muscle. I gravitated towards those because they looked so NATURAL. I researched more and more...and more... and ultimately decided my trust belonged to Dr. Wheeler and if he felt that an anatomic implant placed over the muscle was my best bet, that's what I would do. I am SO glad I trusted him! I ultimately decided on Sientra 255 cc high projection anatomic textured implants. The surgery itself was a breeze. I arrived at their surgery center, changed into a gown, was marked up with a Sharpie, crawled into a nice heated bed, had an IV placed, was given a small dose of valium to help calm my nerves and then headed back to the operating room. The gals in the OR were so kind and encouraging and the anesthesiologist was a saint. I was nervous about going under general anesthesia so she made an extra effort to comfort me which I so appreciated. About an hour later I woke up with new boobs! I was moved to a recovery area for another hour or so and then I was headed home. I lost so much sleep the nights leading up to surgery, I wish I would have known it was going to be so quick and easy! I'm only ten days into recovery but so far it has been pretty smooth. I took a prescription pain medication before bed the first four nights post op but other than that the pain has been manageable with Tylenol and Aleve. Dr. Wheeler explained that it takes around six weeks for the implants to 'drop and fluff' and for the swelling to subside. I'm anxious for that to happen so I can really get a feel for what my final result will look like. In the meantime, I am loving them already! I truly cannot recommend Dr. Wheeler highly enough. He is thorough, kind, highly skilled and simply the best in the business in my opinion. His staff is an extension of his excellence - responsive, compassionate and eager to serve their patients. I am so thankful I found Dr. Wheeler and chose him for my augmentation! I will give additional photo updates as the drop and fluff process takes place!