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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
WORTH IT$8,500
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!
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!
UPDATED FROM hodor123
1 day pre
Sad news... my BA was pushed back a day (to…
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 :)
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!
UPDATED FROM hodor123
1 day post
The girls have arrived!!! The surgery…
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.
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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