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46 years old, 2 kids, removal of 15 year old breast implants and lift
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46 Years Old, 2 Kids, Removal of 15 Year Old Breast Implants and Lift.
nfox14March 6, 2019
WORTH IT$12,000
I am 46 years old with 15 year old 300 cc saline implants placed under the muscle. I am currently 5' 1" and weigh 112 lbs. Prior to breast augmentation I was a 32 A and post augmentation a 32C. After nursing 2 kids, I am now a 32DD. I never wanted my boobs to be this big and they have become very uncomfortable over the years. I hate them! I am very self conscious about them and do all I can to hide them under clothes.
Over the past few years I have developed upper back and neck pain along with shortness of breath when lying down. Sometimes it feels like I can't take a deep breath. After a very thorough medical workup that was completely negative, I started to think my implants along with their excess weight on my chest might be the cause of my symptoms.
When I got my implants, I never thought about the fact that I would most likely have to get them redone. 15 years later I can say, hindsight is definitely 20/20. I wish I would never have gotten them done.
After my initial appointment with Dr. Novo, I knew she was the one I wanted to remove my implants. I loved that she did not try to talk me into smaller implants. She listened to me and my reasons for wanting them out. She was supportive of my decision and very thorough in her explanation of the surgery, the recovery time and what to expect. She will remove the implants along with a capsulectomy and do a lift via a keyhole incision. Dr. Novo is extremely warm and she and her staff have a wonderful bedside manner. It is no wonder she has such great reviews!
I have read so many brave women's posts on this sight which helped ease my fear of having this surgery. I am so much more comfortable in my own skin at this age. I look forward to wearing little tank tops again and saying goodbye to bras with thick straps and underwire. I am ready to feel like myself again!
My surgery is scheduled for 3/11/19. I am nervous and excited at the same time. I will keep you updated and will post pre and post-op pictures once I can get them to upload.
Over the past few years I have developed upper back and neck pain along with shortness of breath when lying down. Sometimes it feels like I can't take a deep breath. After a very thorough medical workup that was completely negative, I started to think my implants along with their excess weight on my chest might be the cause of my symptoms.
When I got my implants, I never thought about the fact that I would most likely have to get them redone. 15 years later I can say, hindsight is definitely 20/20. I wish I would never have gotten them done.
After my initial appointment with Dr. Novo, I knew she was the one I wanted to remove my implants. I loved that she did not try to talk me into smaller implants. She listened to me and my reasons for wanting them out. She was supportive of my decision and very thorough in her explanation of the surgery, the recovery time and what to expect. She will remove the implants along with a capsulectomy and do a lift via a keyhole incision. Dr. Novo is extremely warm and she and her staff have a wonderful bedside manner. It is no wonder she has such great reviews!
I have read so many brave women's posts on this sight which helped ease my fear of having this surgery. I am so much more comfortable in my own skin at this age. I look forward to wearing little tank tops again and saying goodbye to bras with thick straps and underwire. I am ready to feel like myself again!
My surgery is scheduled for 3/11/19. I am nervous and excited at the same time. I will keep you updated and will post pre and post-op pictures once I can get them to upload.
Replies (4)
March 8, 2019
I am so glad you sharing your story
March 11, 2019
Hi! Prayers to you for your surgery. Keep us posted on how you are doing. If you have any questions please feel free to DM me. Soon you’ll be on the lighter side!
UPDATED FROM nfox14
1 day post
Post-op day 1
nfox14March 12, 2019
I am so happy to have those implants out! It turns out that the surgeon who did my implants overfilled the 300cc implants to 400cc without ever telling me. I had my post-op appointment this morning and so far everything is going well! My biggest issue was nausea, but that always happens to me with anesthesia. Dr. Novo used Exparel which is a long acting non-opioid pain medication that is placed to the surgical area and helps with pain relief for up to a few days. I have minor discomfort, but have only needed extra strength Tylenol so far. I took one dose of nausea medicine last night, but haven’t needed any today. I am already up and about and feeling pretty good.
Replies (2)
March 12, 2019
Hey Congratulations on your surgery! Good to hear all went well for you.
Thanks for starting your review and welcome to the community! Please feel free to update us how you're getting on at any time.