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Excited and Scared...small A To...?

My surgery date for breast augmentation is fast approaching. I go from feeling scared and uncertain to excited and giddy and back again. I've never had any kind of surgery before, although the surgery itself is not what scares me most. If I'm honest it's fear of the judgement of others. I've only told my best friend (and husband, a hard one to avoid!) about the procedure, both of whom are supportive and understanding. I am presently a very very small A. Try as I have, in my 31 years I've never been able to overcome the insecurity and frustration that has gone with having a flat chest. I know that I'm not doing it for anyone other than myself (no pressure from the husband!) which feels like the right attitude. I know that I can't let fear of other people's thoughts dictate my own actions/choices...so to hell with 'em! That being said, I don't think I'm gonna go fuller than a B cup. I would like there to be a decent proportion of my existing breast tissue (albeit not much!) with the implant. I'm not sure how many cc's that'll end up being. My pre-op visit is scheduled for 1/3 where I'll have a chance to try on sizers and get a better idea of what I'd like. I'm also nervous about the recovery period...I have a job that includes lifting of some heavy files which I was hoping to be able to resume a week after surgery, but from what I've read it sounds like no lifting whatsoever for at least 4 weeks post-op...I'll definitely do whatever is recommended! This whole thing just feels so surreal and crazy. Any advice is much appreciated!

Wondering about types and sizes of implants...

So I've been pouring over this site, checking out other women's procedures and implant specs, and I'm feeling more and more confused/uncertain. My surgeon was..not pushy, but not impartial on the subject of round silicone vs. teardrop/anatomical. I think I didn't make it clear enough that my goal isn't so much upper pole volume and cleavage, as it is a normal, natural looking/feeling breast. He was all about the round silicone. From what I've seen, teardrop implants give the most natural appearance, but is it true that they're substantially firmer to the touch? That would be a deal-breaker for me. Maybe I just need to get low-profile for the more natural look? I dunno, man! Any insights here are much appreciated. :)

Pre-op appointment with sizerrrrrrs!

Went in today for my last appointment before surgery next week. I tried on sizers to help choose a size. Found out my surgeon only uses Mentor high profile smooth round silicone implants. I can’t decide between 250 cc and 275 cc. I want a more subtle/conservative look, and 275 just looks so huge with the sizers! What’s with that? Am I crazy?
Also another thing I need to decide is the incision site...inframammary or peri-areolar? (Under the breast in the fold or along the edge of the Areola). As freaky as the peri-areolar sounds...I must admit I’m tempted to go that way if it means I don’t have to worry as much about scarring (because it tends to blend with the Areola). But it still seems like a weird spot.

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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
619 W. East Ave., Chico, California
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