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Revision breast lift and implant replacement
This review will include details on both of my breast surgeries, sizing/body type, how I felt after surgery, and how fast my recovery was. Quick Body Details: 25 years old, 5'3, 125 lbs. my original breast size was a very saggy C cup. My first surgery (breast lift/implants) were 400cc saline which put me at a 36DD, and my second surgery (breast implant/lift REVISION) are now 305cc silicone, which now has me at 34D.
Hi everyone, I would like to share my full story/experience having multiple breast surgeries. Breast implant/lift experience (1st surgery) & my revision experience (2nd surgery) done by two different doctors. Today I am 2 months post op from my revision breast surgery done by Dr. Handel in Beverly Hills and before I begin I just have to say that I am so pleased with my revision results done by Dr. Handel!
I had my original breast implants (saline) with a lift done by a different doctor back in September 2019, and I absolutely hated my results. My breasts were botched. My implants began to "bottom out" therefore giving the illusion that my nipples sat WAY too high on my breasts. My nipples/areolas would pop out of almost every top & bikini, so I was constantly having to make sure they were tucked away. The scarring was terrible, and I had ripples/indentation on both breasts.
That procedure left me extremely insecure about my breasts and made me very depressed, and on top of that, the doctor who performed my surgery did not want to take accountability for his mistakes and was not interested in fixing them for me. He mocked me and said it's just "my breasts" and that they weren't very nice to begin with and that he can't guarantee they will look much better if he did a revision LOL so of course I did not go back to him for my revision.
I researched other plastic surgeons for over a year and had countless consultations. Every doctor agreed that my breasts were indeed botched. I consulted with excellent surgeons and loved most of their work, but the reason I chose Dr. Handel to do my revision is because he specializes in revision surgery, and I wanted to make sure I was going to someone who specialized in my specific needs.
I am so grateful and blessed to have found Dr. Handel because he did way better than I could have ever imagined on my revision. For a while I thought I was doomed and that my breasts would be botched forever, but Dr. Handel proved me wrong. My experience with him and the staff has just been so pleasant. His assistant Nina is an absolute doll and she made me feel like family from day one. From the first consultation and every interaction since has been so reassuring and comforting.
Dr. Handel is the best at what he does and I will forever recommend him to everyone!! His prices are high, but fair and well worth it. You really do get what you pay for. I decided to go down 100cc's when Dr. Handel performed my revision. I went from 36DD (400cc saline) to a 34D (305cc silicone) and my new size suits my frame so much better!How I felt after surgery (recovery):
The anesthesiologist who works with Dr. Handel did amazing. The second I woke up from surgery I was already covered in heated blankets and was monitored by a nurse while I warmed up & regained consciousness for about an hour. I was uncomfortable and in a little bit of pain during that time, but after the first hour, I was put in a wheel chair and was taken to my mom's car. The entire ride home I felt great. I was talking to my mom, laughing, acting completely normal as if I didn't just have an entire 3 hour breast revision surgery LOL.
I kept up with my pain medicine, therefore I didn't experience TOO much pain, and was totally capable of walking and doing most things on my own starting from day one. I was only given about 5 days worth of pain medicine which wasn't enough for me. I think at least a week and a half or two weeks worth of pain medicine would have been better in my opinion, but when I ran out after day 5 I just started taking Ibuprofen and kinda just sucked up the mild pain I was in (really wasn't too bad).
I was back to work by day 5. I do eyelash extensions, which is not physical at all, therefore I was able to work without putting strain on my chest. Otherwise, if your work is physical then you would need much more time off to ensure proper healing and to not pull or stretch your incisions/scars.
I took this procedure very serious and did everything right to ensure proper healing/scarring. I slept on my back, slightly propped up with lots of pillows around me, and avoided heavy lifting and never reached up high for things to avoid pulling at the incisions for the first 4 weeks. I barely started going to the gym again after 7 weeks, and I pretty much feel completely back to normal and feel comfortable enough to use my chest muscles now after 2 months.
I've included 3 sets of photos. My original breasts, my 1st breast surgery performed by a different doctor, and then of course my revision surgery done by Dr. Handel. I tried to give as many details as I could think of, but feel free to message me with any questions. Overall, my experience with Dr. Handel has been a delightful 10/10 experience. I wish I could have gone to him the first time!!! But I am so lucky to have gone to him the second time.
My best advice for anyone looking into getting plastic surgery, whether it's your first time or a revision, DO YOUR RESEARCH FOR YOUR SPECIFIC NEEDS. Just because a surgeon is good at implants, does not mean they are good at lifts. I learned that the hard way. It takes skill, and someone who specializes in detailed work such as lifts, reductions, areola resizing, etc. Personally, I don't mind paying more money for better quality. Especially when it's your body! Xoxo, S.
Hi everyone, I would like to share my full story/experience having multiple breast surgeries. Breast implant/lift experience (1st surgery) & my revision experience (2nd surgery) done by two different doctors. Today I am 2 months post op from my revision breast surgery done by Dr. Handel in Beverly Hills and before I begin I just have to say that I am so pleased with my revision results done by Dr. Handel!
I had my original breast implants (saline) with a lift done by a different doctor back in September 2019, and I absolutely hated my results. My breasts were botched. My implants began to "bottom out" therefore giving the illusion that my nipples sat WAY too high on my breasts. My nipples/areolas would pop out of almost every top & bikini, so I was constantly having to make sure they were tucked away. The scarring was terrible, and I had ripples/indentation on both breasts.
That procedure left me extremely insecure about my breasts and made me very depressed, and on top of that, the doctor who performed my surgery did not want to take accountability for his mistakes and was not interested in fixing them for me. He mocked me and said it's just "my breasts" and that they weren't very nice to begin with and that he can't guarantee they will look much better if he did a revision LOL so of course I did not go back to him for my revision.
I researched other plastic surgeons for over a year and had countless consultations. Every doctor agreed that my breasts were indeed botched. I consulted with excellent surgeons and loved most of their work, but the reason I chose Dr. Handel to do my revision is because he specializes in revision surgery, and I wanted to make sure I was going to someone who specialized in my specific needs.
I am so grateful and blessed to have found Dr. Handel because he did way better than I could have ever imagined on my revision. For a while I thought I was doomed and that my breasts would be botched forever, but Dr. Handel proved me wrong. My experience with him and the staff has just been so pleasant. His assistant Nina is an absolute doll and she made me feel like family from day one. From the first consultation and every interaction since has been so reassuring and comforting.
Dr. Handel is the best at what he does and I will forever recommend him to everyone!! His prices are high, but fair and well worth it. You really do get what you pay for. I decided to go down 100cc's when Dr. Handel performed my revision. I went from 36DD (400cc saline) to a 34D (305cc silicone) and my new size suits my frame so much better!How I felt after surgery (recovery):
The anesthesiologist who works with Dr. Handel did amazing. The second I woke up from surgery I was already covered in heated blankets and was monitored by a nurse while I warmed up & regained consciousness for about an hour. I was uncomfortable and in a little bit of pain during that time, but after the first hour, I was put in a wheel chair and was taken to my mom's car. The entire ride home I felt great. I was talking to my mom, laughing, acting completely normal as if I didn't just have an entire 3 hour breast revision surgery LOL.
I kept up with my pain medicine, therefore I didn't experience TOO much pain, and was totally capable of walking and doing most things on my own starting from day one. I was only given about 5 days worth of pain medicine which wasn't enough for me. I think at least a week and a half or two weeks worth of pain medicine would have been better in my opinion, but when I ran out after day 5 I just started taking Ibuprofen and kinda just sucked up the mild pain I was in (really wasn't too bad).
I was back to work by day 5. I do eyelash extensions, which is not physical at all, therefore I was able to work without putting strain on my chest. Otherwise, if your work is physical then you would need much more time off to ensure proper healing and to not pull or stretch your incisions/scars.
I took this procedure very serious and did everything right to ensure proper healing/scarring. I slept on my back, slightly propped up with lots of pillows around me, and avoided heavy lifting and never reached up high for things to avoid pulling at the incisions for the first 4 weeks. I barely started going to the gym again after 7 weeks, and I pretty much feel completely back to normal and feel comfortable enough to use my chest muscles now after 2 months.
I've included 3 sets of photos. My original breasts, my 1st breast surgery performed by a different doctor, and then of course my revision surgery done by Dr. Handel. I tried to give as many details as I could think of, but feel free to message me with any questions. Overall, my experience with Dr. Handel has been a delightful 10/10 experience. I wish I could have gone to him the first time!!! But I am so lucky to have gone to him the second time.
My best advice for anyone looking into getting plastic surgery, whether it's your first time or a revision, DO YOUR RESEARCH FOR YOUR SPECIFIC NEEDS. Just because a surgeon is good at implants, does not mean they are good at lifts. I learned that the hard way. It takes skill, and someone who specializes in detailed work such as lifts, reductions, areola resizing, etc. Personally, I don't mind paying more money for better quality. Especially when it's your body! Xoxo, S.
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