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Explant 300cc mentor implants 4 years old under muscle...25yo
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4 years later & Having breast implants removed!
WORTH IT$4,460
So it has been on my mind for a while now “about a year” and I always knew this day would come but I didn’t think it would be so soon. I have booked the date for surgery to have my breast implants removed. After having them for 4 years almost to the day...it feels right to remove them, My implants are 300cc textured Mentor under the muscle. A few months after having them I noticed a breast lump which has become more noticeable over time with the implants as it’s pushed it more to the surface. The lump has been checked over by the hospital and is known as a fibroadenoma. Apparently is very common in young women. Anyway over the past year I have been become more and more uncomfortable having implants and it is now effecting my exercise routine as my chest muscles are feeling very tight. A lot of research has also come into light regarding breast implant illness which I feel may be making my immune system not so good. I know I will be so much more comfortable and happy without them. As much as I have LOVED having them and it has boosted my confidence so much ! it just feels right to say good bye. I’ve learned a lot about myself having implants and learnt to love myself the way I am. So my surgery is the 8th July !!!! I had my pre-op last week “14th June” and everything has been confirmed, the surgeon is also happy to remove them. I asked if he was going to remove the capsule the implants produces... but he is confident in leaving the capsules in and not doing a capsulectomy he says they will dissolve.. but obviously scar tissue doesn’t dissolve??? I’m just worrying about my breast being uneven afterwards or my skin will be very loose..but I have faith in my body / a positive mind atm and being natural is what’s important to me now. I look forward to the new chapter in my life, a healthier & happier life! I will keep you updated!
Replies (6)
July 9, 2019
Thank you for sharing. I’m in the same boat. I’ve had mine a little over 2 years. I’ve gained a lot of self confidence but most recently discomfort. I’ve exploring removal options. I’m terrified but I’m coming to terms with it I think.
July 19, 2019
I’m scared too. I want them out for so many reasons, but afraid. Sometimes I am so certain, but then I second guess myself.
July 21, 2019
Hi Sunside, I understand what you mean ..... but I have to tell you what I tell my self if your thinking of doing something always go with your right first mind ... it’s always the right way to go .....
February 21, 2022
Hi I too have 300cc mentor silicone implants. Mine are over the muscle and feel like weights on my chest! If I don’t keep them supported they hurt. I was told that I have capsular contracture and the implants that were put in are probably to big for my frame. I get them out April 1 and I’m very nervous about what they will look like. I was a little B cup and now 32DD. I’m really looking forward to having them removed and not feeling hard implants. Hope your doing well!
UPDATED FROM pinkyperky
18 days pre
before implant removal
There is my before pic...
4 year old implants.....300cc under the muscle mentor implants.... before explant..
2 weeks until surgery date. Very excited and nervous. Looking forward to being natural again.
4 year old implants.....300cc under the muscle mentor implants.... before explant..
2 weeks until surgery date. Very excited and nervous. Looking forward to being natural again.
Replies (8)
July 1, 2019
What size you was before 300cc?
July 1, 2019
The capsules do not dissolve, but if there is no rupture it is fine to leave then there. You’ll want to do that as it will damage your muscle more to take capsules out. You can always get above muscle _yhey don’t hurt there or interfere with exercise, but that requires repairing the pec muscle which most drs don’t kinks how to do.
July 1, 2019
Don’t know how to do (sorry for typo) a Bethesda md Dr screwed me up and I flew to Seattle to get corrected by wonderful Richard Baxter. I think drs need to honestly talk about the pros and cons of implant placement. Save yourself trouble by going above or else take them out imo.
July 6, 2019
Take the capsules out! You won’t feel better until they are removed. Promise. The capsules hold so much inflammation and toxins from the implants.
July 11, 2019
Your implants look good, but I totally get the feeling of just being over them and wanting to just be natural with nothing on my chest. I want mine out ASAP!
UPDATED FROM pinkyperky
3 days pre
Different surgeon and day!
So Dr Allwin was unable to do my surgery on Monday, I had a call saying due to personal issue my surgery had to be re-scheduled... very anxious as now it’s with a different surgeon Dr Mark Solomas. I had to go to another consultation Monday and everything went well. He’s even going to remove my scarring to leave a thin line. He’s going to leave the capsules in but is confident in a quick procedure. Surgery is on Saturday 18th. Wish me luck.
Removal of 300cc sub muscular mentor implants.
Removal of 300cc sub muscular mentor implants.
Replies (7)
July 22, 2019
How long do you plan to leave your capsules in?
July 22, 2019
I had two surgeons opinions and they both agreed that leaving the capsules would be less damaging for me. They only remove them if rupture or capsular contracture is present.
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