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Good riddance to you, tuberous breasts!

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Slightly Tuberous Breast Correction- Smooth Silicone, Subgland, 375cc, Circumareolar Incision/Possible Lift

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hodor123
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Hi everyone! I am a 20 year old female, about 5'3 and 150 lbs.
Ever since I was about 13 years old, I knew something was up. My chest didn't look like all the other girls'- and in the past few years or so I've learned that's because I have tuberous breast deformity/constricted breasts. To my surprise, I was able to find lots of other women on the internet with the same situation as me. While it comforted me to know that I wasn't alone, the word "deformity" stung. I knew that my 20-year-old body was not going to magically develop the plump perfectly round boobs that I always wanted (Kate Upton- you're one blessed woman in that category!), and that I would be stuck with these things unless I had plastic surgery.
Well, that time has come! I'm scheduled for my BA in 3 days. My surgeon recommended 375cc smooth silicone implants over the muscle through the periareolar approach. There's a possibility that I'll be having a benelli breast lift as well (full incision around the areola) to both raise the nipple areolar complex and to reduce the size of my areolae- another one of my goals. In addition, my surgeon will also be scoring tissue beneath my existing IMF since it is a bit high up and constricted. At first I was hesitant about the subgland approach, but my surgeon said that since I have substantial breast tissue already it would be most beneficial to place the implant above the muscle so that it can "fall" into place, giving me more of an "underboob".
I chose my doctor by doing lots of research and making sure he had experience with breasts that are shaped like mine. I knew from the moment that I met my surgeon that he was the one for me. He was/is kindhearted and caring. I couldn't be happier with my surgeon so far.
With my surgery being so close, I figured I would take a before picture even though just looking at them and thinking about other human beings on the internet looking at them makes me cringe and shudder. Simultaneously, I know that it'll feel so good to see my progress and potentially get some advice from my fellow realself-ers.
I still feel like I have so many questions. How will I respond to the anesthesia? When can I go bra shopping? What's the best way to take care of my scars so that they heal as nicely as they can? When will I be able to sleep on my side? AND SO MANY MORE!
It hasn't hit me yet that I'll be going under the knife in just a few days, but I'm sure it will soon. If anyone reads this, thank you so much for following my journey! And a big THANK YOU to the women documenting theirs. You have helped me gain so much confidence to take the steps I needed to take in order to get where I want to be. I'm so excited for this new chapter of my life!!! (.)(.) I will try and keep this updated the very best I can!

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March 14, 2017
They are not even bad... Btw it's Meghan from instagram :)) But you have a nice shape going, and i think implants are gonna look so good on you!!!
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March 16, 2017
Meghan! Thank u so much... truly though I can't wait to get rid of these things lol. Thinking of you today during your surgery!
March 23, 2017
Hi just wanted to know how your getting on..you look fantastic so far..hope your healing well..my ba is in 3weeks an im having 375cc..just wanted to know if you have any good advice for me...would be well appriciated lol..
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March 23, 2017
Hi there! Thank you so so much for being so kind! I would be delighted to give you as much advice as possible... to start off with my surgeon actually used 350cc implants (I told him to make the final choice)- round cohesive gel smooth mentor silicone over the muscle. I also had a benelli breast lift and areola reduction! I saw your other comment and it made me realize I totally forgot to include that my implants are HIGH PROFILE! I'm going to have to put that in my next update lol thank you for the reminder. Anyway, I think the biggest advice I have is to make sure someone is going to take care of you around the clock definitely for the first 3 days, but even 4th day of care would be ideal! It's crazy how once you are out of surgery you can't do the smallest things... like turning door knobs, fluffing pillows, opening the fridge, filling ice packs, squeezing toothpaste out of the tube... the list goes on and on! It helps everything when there's someone there to guide you and cheer you on. Another thing I might suggest is to take your pain medication as prescribed even if you think you don't need it. I didn't have ANY pain, just discomfort from sleeping elevated, and I think this is because I took my pain meds regularly (Percocet). I also had an on-q pain pump that my surgeon always uses, I hope yours uses it too! It seems freaky but it wasn't at all, I promise! Another thing is to make sure all of your chores are done so that you don't have to worry about them while you're recovering. I had all of my laundry and homework done and it made all the difference knowing I could put on any pair of cozy PJs that I wanted to! Make sure you have your favorite books and movies to binge watch/read, since you are forced to lay around you might as well make it enjoyable! Think of it as a break from reality for awhile lol. I hope your surgery goes amazingly, I'll be keeping an eye out for updates from you! If you have any questions I would be so happy to answer them if I'm able to. What placement/ incision site are you going with?
March 23, 2017
Not sure what placement yet im sure i find out tomorrow..going back for mrsa tests and 3d imaging so the will be fun...so i will get all info tomorrow..i will let you know..but my ps is well known for overs so well see..ok my mum an sister will be helping me out..ive booked off 2weeks leave from work my last day is on the 12th of april..[RS bleep] its come quick tho..lol..
April 4, 2017
Just reading your story hun..lookong really good..hows the healing alltho you look a bit saw hows things..sending you some happy healing hun!!!!
August 27, 2017
Thank you for sharing your story. I have my surgery date set up in Nov. I have been wanting my boobs fixed since they started growing. I never had the perfect boobs like all my sisters or friends. I am 27 and I am finally taking the steps in my journey. I am very excited but I am always nervous. I was told I cold do the Benelli lift with a small implant. My main reason for wanting my boobs done are because my boobs are sagging and my nipples are a lot bigger than I would like them to be. I have heard not so good things about the donut lift and I have been freaking out about it. After reading your story and seeing all of your gorgeous after photos I feel so much more confident about getting this procedure done! Thank you again for sharing! you're gorgeous!!
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Sad news... my BA was pushed back a day (to…

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Sad news... my BA was pushed back a day (to Wednesday, March 15th) because of the snow storm that is supposed to hit tonight! Let's hope it's not a false alarm, because this girl is going to be really disappointed if it was postponed for nothing! :( Better safe than sorry, I suppose. I truly am grateful for more time to prepare, though. Im going to purchase more post op bras just to make sure I have at least one that I really feel comfortable wearing. I want to get in as many pre-op pictures as possible so that I can see what progress I've made after surgery. I'll take tomorrow as a day to finish last minute chores and do some more mental prep :)

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March 15, 2017

I have family that lives on the east coast and from what I hear, it was a pretty intense snow storm! Thinking of you today and can't wait to read how everything went :)

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March 16, 2017
Thank you so much for your sincere thoughts Kelsie! :) Thankfully the storm wasn't as bad in my area as they anticipated. I can confidently say that I'm one day post op and I feel pretty great, despite some pressure on my chest and nausea when I move around too much. Tomorrow I have my follow up appt. I'm so anxious!
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The girls have arrived!!! The surgery…

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The girls have arrived!!!
The surgery went extremely well. My surgeon placed round smooth silicone implants above the muscle through a circumareolar incision and also performed a benelli breast lift. I would love to tell you guys what size implants I got... but I truly am unsure! I know they're either 350, 375, or 400ccs... but I left the decision up to my surgeon since he knows the end result that I wish to achieve. Tomorrow I am going to his office for a check up so I'll definitely ask him then.
I have an on-q pain pump inserted, which consistently and slowly delivers a numbing local anesthetic (I believe that's what it's considered) to my chest area. I'm also taking Percocet every 6 hours to ensure that I don't feel pain. My surgeon sent me home with two refillable ice packs that I am to place over my bandaged breasts. M
I have been drinking a lot of water and trying to eat high fiber foods, although I don't have much of an appetite. I have eaten cut up fruit and rice and beans which has been satisfying. The surgical center called me today and suggested drinking something with electrolytes (such as Gatorade).
I can't believe how great I feel. I do have some discomfort but I can't necessarily say that I am in pain at all. This discomfort includes a somewhat stiff back from sleeping elevated, sore/pressure on chest and ribs, and a bit of a sore throat. When I get up to use the bathroom I do find that I feel nauseous if I move too quickly, but other than that I do not feel sick when I'm resting.

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