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Explant of 23-year old saline implants over the muscle
UPDATED FROM Satori9999
2 years post
Explant results at 2 years and 9 months
WORTH IT$7,600
It's been a few months since my last update.
I am so freaking happy to have them normal again. I have zero regrets. Yes, they are not perfect, but I'm not a perfect person - so it works out great. I still wear my comfy padded bras and it still looks like I have a large B or C cup.
I have gained some weight from being on hormone replacement therapy, so they are a little bigger from the estrogen. I am trying to come off the hormones because of the weight gain, so we will see how they look if I lose some weight. Now that they are all filled in for the most part, I'm sure they will shrink a little more once the weight comes off.
I had my first mammogram with my real boobs last month. Since I got the fake boobs in when I was 27, I was too young to have a mammogram. I ask the radiologist if I could see the ones with the implants and my real boobs and it was amazing. My tissue filled in just fine and I got a great results: no issues. The technician said more and more women are getting them removed.
When I am out and about I see so many young women with small chests owning it, and going braless, and they look amazing.
My boobs feel fantastic. I grab them all the time. My husband loves how squishy they are and I don't mind him touching them now. I hated the fake boob grabs. Ugh.
I am now 52-years old and I really like the new me. No one has noticed. No one has cared. I'm happy and that is all I want to be.
I wish you all well.
I am so freaking happy to have them normal again. I have zero regrets. Yes, they are not perfect, but I'm not a perfect person - so it works out great. I still wear my comfy padded bras and it still looks like I have a large B or C cup.
I have gained some weight from being on hormone replacement therapy, so they are a little bigger from the estrogen. I am trying to come off the hormones because of the weight gain, so we will see how they look if I lose some weight. Now that they are all filled in for the most part, I'm sure they will shrink a little more once the weight comes off.
I had my first mammogram with my real boobs last month. Since I got the fake boobs in when I was 27, I was too young to have a mammogram. I ask the radiologist if I could see the ones with the implants and my real boobs and it was amazing. My tissue filled in just fine and I got a great results: no issues. The technician said more and more women are getting them removed.
When I am out and about I see so many young women with small chests owning it, and going braless, and they look amazing.
My boobs feel fantastic. I grab them all the time. My husband loves how squishy they are and I don't mind him touching them now. I hated the fake boob grabs. Ugh.
I am now 52-years old and I really like the new me. No one has noticed. No one has cared. I'm happy and that is all I want to be.
I wish you all well.
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UPDATED FROM Satori9999
2 years post
Closing in on 2 years and grateful.
It will be two years on the 31st, but I figured I would just do it now.
I have zero worries about my chest. I have zero anxieties about how I look. I have 110% more confidence in how I feel about myself, and 1000% do not give a crap if anyone doesn't like the way I look.
See, men have it easy. Out of all my male friends I do not have ONE that has undergone cosmetic surgery to improve their bodies to attract attention. They go about their business and if a woman likes them - then great! Not once did I ever look at a man and say to myself, damn - he's not dateable because he has a flat ass or has a 'dad' bod. As women, we DO make a lot of changes to get those same men to look at us. And we shouldn't. We are perfect just the way WE are. It took me years to get this through my thick skull.
As of now, I am technically middle aged. I'll be 52 in April. If I get the privilege to live to be the average age of 78 - I do not want to waste any more precious time worrying if my tits look good for anyone. I don't effing care. I do not need the approval of some jackass who is judging me by my cleavage to see if I am sexy enough for him. This is what society has become. I do not want or need to look like a Kardashian. I also do not have enough valuable moments to spare trying to make the world like me. Whatever you decide to do, you are perfect as YOU. There isn't another person out there that has your smile, your laugh, your bright eyes, your kindness, your compassion, and whatever else you like about yourself. You are not guaranteed tomorrow, and with the way the world is now, tits shouldn't even make your top 40 list of shit to be grateful for today. Just saying.
I still have some aches, but I think menopause has jacked up my system a bit. My neck pain is still gone for the most part. My skin is supple. My hair is growing about 2 inches a month. I smile a lot more now. I've let go of trying to impress people, and instead I now dole out compliments to everyone I see. I'm much more happier since I released the fake part of me.
No one really knows what the outcome is going to be until after the surgery is done. It is scary. When you are ready - you will know. Be kind to yourself.
Thank you for attending my Ted-X talk. Lol.
I have zero worries about my chest. I have zero anxieties about how I look. I have 110% more confidence in how I feel about myself, and 1000% do not give a crap if anyone doesn't like the way I look.
See, men have it easy. Out of all my male friends I do not have ONE that has undergone cosmetic surgery to improve their bodies to attract attention. They go about their business and if a woman likes them - then great! Not once did I ever look at a man and say to myself, damn - he's not dateable because he has a flat ass or has a 'dad' bod. As women, we DO make a lot of changes to get those same men to look at us. And we shouldn't. We are perfect just the way WE are. It took me years to get this through my thick skull.
As of now, I am technically middle aged. I'll be 52 in April. If I get the privilege to live to be the average age of 78 - I do not want to waste any more precious time worrying if my tits look good for anyone. I don't effing care. I do not need the approval of some jackass who is judging me by my cleavage to see if I am sexy enough for him. This is what society has become. I do not want or need to look like a Kardashian. I also do not have enough valuable moments to spare trying to make the world like me. Whatever you decide to do, you are perfect as YOU. There isn't another person out there that has your smile, your laugh, your bright eyes, your kindness, your compassion, and whatever else you like about yourself. You are not guaranteed tomorrow, and with the way the world is now, tits shouldn't even make your top 40 list of shit to be grateful for today. Just saying.
I still have some aches, but I think menopause has jacked up my system a bit. My neck pain is still gone for the most part. My skin is supple. My hair is growing about 2 inches a month. I smile a lot more now. I've let go of trying to impress people, and instead I now dole out compliments to everyone I see. I'm much more happier since I released the fake part of me.
No one really knows what the outcome is going to be until after the surgery is done. It is scary. When you are ready - you will know. Be kind to yourself.
Thank you for attending my Ted-X talk. Lol.
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I’m be been wanting breast implants I am barely an a cup I’m 31 and tried the whole self love thing but it’s not really working for me when I have gaps in bras and tops even sports bras… I’m just worried about bii
You need to do what you think is best for you. There are many women that absolutely love their implants and have no issues at all. If you have any health issues currently, discuss them your primary care doctor and with a plastic surgeon. I’m just on a different path in my life and it took me over two decades to find myself. If you go the implant route, I’d recommend talking to a couple of plastic surgeons. I got mine when I was almost 27 and no one could have talked me out of it at that time. There are three outcomes: continue to try and accept your body as is and focus on the parts you do like; or get implants and, hopefully you will have good luck like some other women do; or if you get them and they don’t work out - you get them removed.
You need to do what makes you happy. Whatever you decide to do, there are thousands of people here on this site that have ‘been there and done that’, so you’re never alone with any decision you make.
You need to do what makes you happy. Whatever you decide to do, there are thousands of people here on this site that have ‘been there and done that’, so you’re never alone with any decision you make.
Your breasts get bigger as you age. I want mine out now. They don’t match my body. Smaller breasts are elegant. It’s more expensive to get them out than put them in, not to mention your poor body having to adjust to foreign objects that can be toxic. Maybe try fat transfer first.
You think it’s your breasts making you unhappy, but maybe it’s something deeper. Love and be grateful for your body.
I’m trying to find someone I can afford and who dues excellent work. Plus, the healing time…wish I’d never done this. 30 plus years ago! Made no difference in terms of my work - was an actor. In fact I started getting less roles afterwards because I think on a subliminal level I was no longer owning who I am.
You’ll make your decision, but my opinion is don’t.
You think it’s your breasts making you unhappy, but maybe it’s something deeper. Love and be grateful for your body.
I’m trying to find someone I can afford and who dues excellent work. Plus, the healing time…wish I’d never done this. 30 plus years ago! Made no difference in terms of my work - was an actor. In fact I started getting less roles afterwards because I think on a subliminal level I was no longer owning who I am.
You’ll make your decision, but my opinion is don’t.
I agree ! I spent more money removing mine 10k for removal and I have to wait a year for a life and that’s another 10k. If I had known what I know now I would of kept shopping when two surgeons said I needed them when I really just needed a lift.
Make sure you keep in the back of your mind the cost for explant, or revision, because the implants do not last forever, and it is a considerable cost ($8-16k), probably not covered by insurance. I've had mine for 29 years and loved them, but ready to explant now.
Perfect!
Well said, Satori! I feel the same way- I removed mine in 2020(after 42 years in my chest!!)..I regretted them the first few years when all the guys I dated mentioned they hated breast implants! I was 18 and naive...but too scared, and too busy working, to go into surgery again, so I left them in. One of my biggest regrets.
Round of applause too you!!! Love your post you absolutely 100% right
I had implants 25 years ago to impress others what a fool I was!!! I'm 4 months post op removal-uplift it's the best decision I have ever made I feel sorry for people having implants now they will so regret it in years to come.. you are who you are and having shit plastic bags in ya body will not change that.
I am more confident now than I ever was with implants and I don't give a crap about impressing others..
Love what you have life is too short to worry about shit!!!!!!!
I had implants 25 years ago to impress others what a fool I was!!! I'm 4 months post op removal-uplift it's the best decision I have ever made I feel sorry for people having implants now they will so regret it in years to come.. you are who you are and having shit plastic bags in ya body will not change that.
I am more confident now than I ever was with implants and I don't give a crap about impressing others..
Love what you have life is too short to worry about shit!!!!!!!
Oh and you look fabulous by the way lol x
LOVE this! So true! I feel 100% better since I removed mine too. And A LOT of my inflammation & allergies have disappeared! Much happier now :-)
UPDATED FROM Satori9999
1 year post
One year and almost nine months post op update
I can't even believe it has been this long already.
I am still 100% happy having the implants removed. I feel like a totally different woman. Different meaning more confident, happy, a lot healthier, and feel free.
My breasts have settled to where they are going to be - unless I keep packing on the pounds like I currently am - and I'm fine with them. We are so bombarded with all these photos of fake boobs that we forget what they ACTUALLY look like not enhanced. As you can see in my photos that they are scooped at the bottom and not ample at the top. I still get some flat cleavage, and I don't wear push up bras.
My right breast has some indentations, but that is only when I grab them. My nipple divot is better, and I know it will never be perfect, - and I honestly don't care.
My health is way better. I just had blood work and everything is right down the middle of the normal range. My chest doesn't hurt anymore. My skin is glowing. My hair grows out of control now.
Your self worth isn't determined by the CC's in your implants. When you stop caring about what the world thinks - life is spectacular.
I hope you all are well.
I am still 100% happy having the implants removed. I feel like a totally different woman. Different meaning more confident, happy, a lot healthier, and feel free.
My breasts have settled to where they are going to be - unless I keep packing on the pounds like I currently am - and I'm fine with them. We are so bombarded with all these photos of fake boobs that we forget what they ACTUALLY look like not enhanced. As you can see in my photos that they are scooped at the bottom and not ample at the top. I still get some flat cleavage, and I don't wear push up bras.
My right breast has some indentations, but that is only when I grab them. My nipple divot is better, and I know it will never be perfect, - and I honestly don't care.
My health is way better. I just had blood work and everything is right down the middle of the normal range. My chest doesn't hurt anymore. My skin is glowing. My hair grows out of control now.
Your self worth isn't determined by the CC's in your implants. When you stop caring about what the world thinks - life is spectacular.
I hope you all are well.
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Your posts have made me smile, what a brill attitude you have. You look great and very natural, and well done for your consistant updates!
I have not long had mine removed too after 20 odd years, I can relate to your feeling of freedom, it's a great (and new) feeling.
P.s love your last paragraph, it is so true!
Best wishes.
I have not long had mine removed too after 20 odd years, I can relate to your feeling of freedom, it's a great (and new) feeling.
P.s love your last paragraph, it is so true!
Best wishes.
Thank you SweetP63 for your thoughtful words and taking the time to comment. I just looked at your photos and you look AMAZING! Wow. I am very happy for you.
Thank you!
Dear SweetP63 your results are beautiful so much better and the best you are free now!!! Thank you very much for sharing so many pictures, so helpful!
Feel emotional reading all your posts. Your attitude and generosity in sharing such a private journey is so appreciated .
Mine are coming out mid Jan and after reading this, I can’t wait.
Best wishes to you.
Mine are coming out mid Jan and after reading this, I can’t wait.
Best wishes to you.
Hi lonster12, thank you so much for your kind words. It was life changing. I’m so happy for you. What is your story? Why are you explanting?
Thank you for sharing your story. I am explanting in 6 days, your progress pics and weekly logs have put my mind at ease. I’ve been very anxious of the unknown since I booked my surgery; you’ve helped reassure me massively. Thank you again. Best wishes to you.
Thank you for your kind words, kmullen11. I struggled with it too before my surgery. I am closing in on 2 years now and have never been happier. I do not care about what society thinks about my breasts. I only care that I feel better. What is your story?
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You are very welcome. And trust me...I had horrible anxiety about it as well. I thought if I didn't have big [RS bleep] that no one would ever look at me again. Honestly, it is so super sad to me now that I thought the only desirable thing was my breast size! Now that I am natural...OMG! It is so freeing. I do not give a crap. I look at all these women with big boobs and all I think is how my neck and back ached daily. My boobs are not perfect. One nipple is crooked; I have some indentation, they are flat...but they are soft and squishy! I grab them all the time. In this clown world we live in...I would rather be healthy. Bless your husband. He sounds like mine. And like I have written...no one notices or cares, not one person. Male friends, good friends, no one. Everyone else is too worried about what they look like so they don't notice anything about anyone else.
And trust me...once you hit menopause and the stubborn weight comes on, you won't care about boobs - you'll be consumed with trying to lose weight! lol. That is where I am at now.
Feel free to ask any questions or to vent. That is what I like about this site. Best wishes to you and your family.