Donut Mastopexy with Gummy Implants

I’m a 39 year old Female with naturally large breasts. After several years of weight loss and gain I found myself swimming in my 36 DD bra -- what I really needed was training bra. I lost so much volume and shape, and was extremely embarrassed. I lost any confidence I had and was drowning in my clothes because I wouldn't wear anything that actually fit me. I decided it was time to look into adding that volume back to my breasts, and recreate my natural shape and size.
After my first consultation with Dr. Berman I knew he was the only surgeon I wanted to touch me. He was extremely knowledgeable and punctual. He made me laugh but was very professional at the same time. I knew he was on a tight schedule but I never felt rushed or dismissed. He answered all of my questions before I even had to ask them. His bedside manner was welcoming and his staff was kind. I thought I would be embarrassed and leave crying, but instead I left with a weight lifted off my shoulders. He understood exactly what I was trying to achieve and his no BS demeanor was what I needed. There was a lot of volume loss and I was worried about scaring so he assured me that the donut mastectomy with 425 cc was the way to go. After long discussions with my husband and best friend, I called to make the appointment for my surgery. Within two weeks I was at the surgery center and in the hands of yet another amazing group of people who made me feel welcome and safe.
The recovery was not bad. I had my surgery on Thursday and I was back to work with light duties on Monday morning. Dr. Berman called me every day post op to see how I was feeling and continued to follow up with me during my entire recovery process. I never felt like I couldn’t ask him a question or poke his brain about my specific case. 13 days after surgery, I was on a plane heading to Aruba where I was able to fully enjoy my vacation without any complications from my recent breast augmentation. I felt better than ever on that beach! Vacation included snorkeling, long walks, light exercises and plenty of physical activity with no problems. The doctor checked on me while I was there too! I never could have imagined it would all be this easy. Other than some bruising and swelling, I only experienced real pain on post op day 1 and 2. Dr. Berman’s technique is incredible and compared to my friends with similar surgeries, I definitely have the best outcome. Dr. Berman also doesn’t use a PA, like most surgeons, to do his work. Every suture was placed by Dr. Berman, every appointment, text and communication I had in regards to my actual surgery was all Dr. Berman. I can’t express how important and how rare that is.
I’m now nearly 2 months out and I am so happy with the way things are healing. The swelling is nearly gone and the suture sites look great. Dr. Berman even reduced the size of my areolas which look fantastic. I have full sensation of my nipples and breasts, not losing any feeling. The recovery, other than some bruising the first week, was tolerated very well. I’m back on my Peloton bike, lifting weights and building my chest muscles back up slowly. I’m excited to tone and shape the rest of my body now, and with the confidence in my new breasts, I certainly have the motivation to do so.
My experience with Dr. Berman was exceptional. I highly recommend him for any of your plastic surgery needs. I couldn’t be happier with my results and look forward to a long, satisfying relationship with this amazing physician.