445 CC Sub-pectoral Silicone

Added some photos of prior to my upcoming revision. 9 months post and the left breast never settled. You can see it still has all the volume up top (right breast perfect with volume in the bottom) the nipple is not in correct position. Forgot to take pic of the scars but they’re nearly all white and healed well.

Quick update
9 month post op and it’s confirmed that the left breast didn’t settle properly so am scheduled for revision surgery June 25. Majority of cost for revision is covered, I had to pay $525 for the anesthesiologist fee.... I’m ok with that. Fingers crossed for perfection (or close to) when it’s all done!

For as long as I can remember I’ve wanted a BA. Kids, breastfeeding, illness, house repairs, life - something always put it on the back burner.
Finally, this year just went for it, there’s always going to be something that’s crops up and it was important to me.
Due to COVID, my initial consultation was done via FaceTime. This was honestly awesome and way more comfortable. I have been researching so long and had previous consultations so I knew what to expect. My surgeon was so welcoming and professional (as were his staff) and I chose him without a doubt in my mind due to the fact that he offered up all the details, good bad and possible complications. We discussed breast cancer mammograms and absolutely anything that could go wrong. He is warm, welcoming and confident, without ANY cockiness. Refreshing.
Some of my previous consultations were less than forthcoming about potential risks and dismissive of complications so I was confident that this would be a positive experience.
The office staff were quick to provide a list of surgical dates as soon as the Covid restrictions were eased.
I booked a date that worked and then travelled to office for measurements so the implant could be ordered. This visit just solidified that I’d made the right choice in surgeons. I was so comfortable and excited. The sizing options were discussed and relevant insight was provided about what would/could be the appropriate size. I already knew what I wanted from previous consultations with other surgeons but I was still pleased that my surgeon was in agreement. This is his craft and I wholly trusted his recommendations. Had he suggested a smaller size (or bigger) I would have trusted this.
From consult to surgery date was just a couple of months!
My only complaint was that the payment options available incurred extra fees. They would not take cheque’s that were uncertified, it was etransfer they preferred which would have been fine except I used my line of credit. They charged additional fees to send etransfer . Whereas I could have written a cheque from the same account for free. But in the end it was still cheaper than financing rates.
Surgery day came and I was first of the day. Small hospitals make for more relaxed and friendly care. Met with my nurses, anaestheologist and then my surgeon for photos, pre-surgical markings and any last minute concerns or questions.
I did have a negative response to anaesthetic unfortunately (which came as a surprise because I haven’t with previous procedures) I was so dizzy and nauseous but staff were great. My surgeon came to see me in recovery and I was discharged shortly after.
My surgery was at 8am, I had arrived at 6am and was discharged shortly before 5pm. Not bad at all!
Not much pain or discomfort the first evening but around 5am the next morning I felt it! Pain meds did an adequate job and I was mostly comfortable.
I weaned myself off daytime pain meds by day 5, only taking them at bedtime to ensure a decent sleep. The swelling is the worst part. Little pain, but the swelling caused a lot of discomfort. It went into my armpits and partly around to my back. The skin across my chest felt so tight, like it would tear if I took a deep breath. (It didn’t obviously but it sure felt that way) It took about 10 days for this to start to go down. I ended up having to buy sport bras because I was so swollen even the surgical bra cut into my skin. Make sure you plan for this. I could not get my arms up high enough to reach anything, wash my hair or put it in a ponytail. I had my husband and kids put the things I needed on the counter within reach. I also used my keurig to make tea because I couldn’t lift the kettle, even with minimal water. Also, (again due to swelling) bowel movements were difficult because of the requirements to reach....... This was not something I had considered in the least. Thankful this only lasted a few days.
My incisions look and feel great. I had zero blood, zero discharge and although the tape is still on (with no signs of lifting at all) there is no tightness or itchiness at all. I’m sure they’re heading just fine.
Sleep. Oh my word! If you are a side sleeper like me this is torture. I am still sleeping semi- sitting up as it’s more comfortable but getting comfortable, falling asleep and staying asleep are so so so hard. I’ve tried to sleep in bed and can’t. Thank god for recliner on couch.
I am now 2 weeks post-op and feel good. I can do most of my regular activities including washing my hair woo hoo. There is still quite a bit of swelling but manageable now. Breasts are starting to soften a little but watch out for sneezing. It’s agony. Again, not something I had considered.
I’ll have my follow up on September 1 ( roughly 4 weeks post-op )so am excited to see how things will go by then.
Any questions just ask!