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Finally updating! I am very happy with Dr. Kerner and my results
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Decided to Take the Plunge!
Nvr2oldSeptember 21, 2020
WORTH IT$6,500
After several years of debating and trying to convince my husband, I am finally "taking the plunge". I am in my mid 40s, and have breast fed two children. I never had much to begin with. Currently I am a 32B (maybe).
I have had two consultations with two different doctors. The first consultation was not as informative or comforting as I would have liked. However this doctor is closer to my home. She did not seem very happy and told me that the day after surgery, I would just "give them a call" to let them know how I was doing.
The second consultation was with Doctor Kerner in Plano, TX. (3 hours from my home) I was extremely pleased with how much information and how thorough she is. She is wanting me to stay close and have a follow up the next morning. I will continue to see her for the next two to three weeks. Since I was so comfortable with her, I made my appointment for surgery!
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Replies (11)
December 14, 2020
Great results, surprised you had to convince your husband, I am sure he is happy you convinced him now.
December 15, 2020
Thank you!
He has been very happy! Lol His concern was that they wouldn’t look natural. (My friend’s BA doesn’t)
He has been very happy! Lol His concern was that they wouldn’t look natural. (My friend’s BA doesn’t)
August 26, 2021
How many consultations did you have to have with her? How long did you have to wait from the last consultation to get the surgery?
August 26, 2021
I only had one consultation and then a pre-op visit to get medical and before pictures. It took a couple of months for surgery but that was because of COVID.
August 27, 2021
Not too bad. I have a consultation with her in a couple of weeks. I’m very excited to speak with her I have read such great things. What was the preop visit like? Thank you so much for responding so quickly! I appreciate it.
UPDATED FROM Nvr2old
10 days post
Finally updating
Nvr2oldNovember 1, 2020
I have been hesitant to update my status. Not sure why, just procrastinating maybe? I am 46 yr old 2 adult children that I breastfeed a LONG TIME AGO! 127lbs. Pre surgery 32 A/B. Post surgery 32C
To start off, I was unsure if the surgery was even going to happen on my appointment two weeks before surgery date.Because of COVID, we were unsure if she could get my implants. Three days after that appointment I received the call that we could move forward. Now, here I am eight days post surgery and so happy.
Surgery was not as bad as I expected. Getting to the hotel after surgery was a different story. Because I cannot take acetaminophen, whatever they gave me for pain made me very nauseous. (The zofran did help.)I felt like an elephant was sitting on my chest.
Dr. Kerner had to lift some muscle that was attached to my ribs on the left side. Because of that, there was some bruising. Considering all, I did not need any of the Vicoprofen, just muscle relaxers and tramadol for the first couple of days and ibuprofen after that. I think the most uncomfortable feeling was adjusting to the extra weight. Lol That kept me from being able to stand straight for any length of time. I am very happy with Dr. Kerner and my results. (I didn’t not want to go big).
To start off, I was unsure if the surgery was even going to happen on my appointment two weeks before surgery date.Because of COVID, we were unsure if she could get my implants. Three days after that appointment I received the call that we could move forward. Now, here I am eight days post surgery and so happy.
Surgery was not as bad as I expected. Getting to the hotel after surgery was a different story. Because I cannot take acetaminophen, whatever they gave me for pain made me very nauseous. (The zofran did help.)I felt like an elephant was sitting on my chest.
Dr. Kerner had to lift some muscle that was attached to my ribs on the left side. Because of that, there was some bruising. Considering all, I did not need any of the Vicoprofen, just muscle relaxers and tramadol for the first couple of days and ibuprofen after that. I think the most uncomfortable feeling was adjusting to the extra weight. Lol That kept me from being able to stand straight for any length of time. I am very happy with Dr. Kerner and my results. (I didn’t not want to go big).
Replies (15)
November 1, 2020
You look great! Your size looks good on your frame! What height are you and what ccs did you have?
November 1, 2020
You look great. I have similar proportions to you. 250 has definitely given you a proportionate size. I'll be following you!
November 2, 2020
Yes, under the muscle.
November 3, 2020
Also, at my follow up appointment, Dr. Kerner informed me that she actually put in 270cc. That puts me at a 32D
November 3, 2020
This is actually very interesting to know as I'm debating 270 and 310. 270 look plenty big enough on you, but I'm 34A/B so I might need slightly bigger for a similar look. I'm still debating whether or not to have surgery at all. Was it an easy decision for you? I'm an over thinker.
UPDATED FROM Nvr2old
23 days post
3weekS & 2day update 270cv
Nvr2oldNovember 14, 2020
It has been 3weeks and 2 days and I have been doing great. I have been completely back to work for the past 2 weeks. (Hair stylist) And doing almost all of my normal activities except exercise. At my 1 week check up, I was already starting to have sensitivity as the nerves start healing. They are softening up nicely.
I have an appointment next week and will discuss the right breast being slightly larger.
I have an appointment next week and will discuss the right breast being slightly larger.
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November 15, 2020
Looking good. Amazing what 270cc can do!
November 15, 2020
Thank you! I am very happy with the results. No more gaps in my bras and clothes fit better.
November 30, 2020
Great result!! You look very similar to me (before) & I’m glad you posted. I too want to stay in the 200’s range so they are natural looking!
November 30, 2020
Thank you. I am very happy with them. A little discouraged since I still have no feeling in the left breast still. I know it takes time. Im just impatient. Lol
February 3, 2021
Amazing!!!! I am 45 y/o and I have really been considering a BA. I never had much to begin with, but over the years after losing weight, breastfeeding 2 children, and age, my breasts are so deflated. I don't fill out my bras, swimsuit tops, or have cleavage. I do not want to go huge. I am between a 36B/C right now. I am 5'8" and 155lbs (athletic build). I have a consultation in 2 weeks. I had a tummy tuck with muscle repair one month ago and the recovery has not been bad at all. I should have just had the BA at the same time, but i wasn't sure how the recovery would go with the TT.
How much did you pay if you don't mind me asking? Also, when did your doctor say you could go back to exercising? I am very active and not being able to workout has been driving me crazy. I just started back up again (4 weeks post surgery) but I am easing into it.
How much did you pay if you don't mind me asking? Also, when did your doctor say you could go back to exercising? I am very active and not being able to workout has been driving me crazy. I just started back up again (4 weeks post surgery) but I am easing into it.
February 4, 2021
Your story is very much like mine. I didn’t fill out bras, tops ect. My original size was 32B/34A.
My doctor had me wait five weeks to start exercising. I had to wait another two weeks do do any pectoral exercise.
I think it helps tremendously to be fit/ healthy before surgery. I think that’s why recovery was much easier than I expected.
As for price, I paid around $6,000.
I am very happy with my results!
My doctor had me wait five weeks to start exercising. I had to wait another two weeks do do any pectoral exercise.
I think it helps tremendously to be fit/ healthy before surgery. I think that’s why recovery was much easier than I expected.
As for price, I paid around $6,000.
I am very happy with my results!
Once we have the “go ahead” I will have pictures.
Thank you for the advice though.