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POSTED UNDER Breast Lift Reviews

Can’t believe the difference - excited to see the final result

UPDATED FROM RachelD28
9 days post

Always Kept Nipple Sensation

RachelD28
WORTH IT$13,000
I wasn’t sure what to expect and thought there would be a chance that I’d lose feeling in my nipples, but I’ve felt them since the day of! I love that Dr. Horndeski’s bellesoma method works this way! Here’s an update 4 days in. Kind of look the same to me. Feeling great, pain is subsiding. Still don’t feel right to drive or be running around town just yet. Wearing gauze pads with my bras, since my breasts are releasing small amounts of fluid at the cuts. I got some at target that have a little mesh encasement. They’re super soft and non-irritating. The Bali bras are still working great. Tried a Victoria’s Secret one but the wires pushed too wide into my boobs and I don’t want to cause any strange indents. Sticking to the Bali bras from target, they’re perfect!

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Gary M. Horndeski, MD

Gary M. Horndeski, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.6 | 319 Reviews
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August 31, 2022
Did you get implants?
August 31, 2022
No implants! All my own fat, placed higher and shaped better.
February 10, 2025
Hi there! Would love to see a more recent photo? Thanks
September 2, 2022
Looking great!
September 21, 2022
Your breast look great! How is the healing? I booked a consultation with Dr Horndeski, but have since read some really bad reviews about some law suits and medical board issues
September 25, 2022
Healing is going great. They’re consistently checking in with me and I had an issue with a scab (kept sweating and putting on a bandaid so it wouldn’t heal because wet scabs are bad) and every time I text Jana from the office, Dr. H usually calls me within minutes to check in and guide me. They’re healing really nicely I’m SO happy and comfortable in my skin! I had a 10/10 experience with them and would 100% recommend!!!!!!
September 25, 2022
Thanks so much, this really helps with my decision. Had consult on 22 Sept 2022.
October 1, 2022
Happy to help! Changed my life :)
January 8, 2023
Hi.. did you decide to go with dr H? I’m also thinking about it but scared after reading some bad reviews.
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September 27, 2022
Wow it looks like he started to curve the bottom scar line!! I can go to him now lol. That boxy look was 100% bc he put a straight line at the bottom.
October 1, 2022
Giiirrrrlllll they’re looking GOOOOOD! I’ll post an update soon :)
October 19, 2022
Hello, any updated pic?
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November 17, 2022
Hey, any updates?
UPDATED FROM RachelD28
9 days post

Before pic

RachelD28
This photo was taken before my bellesoma breast lift. This just reminded me of another experience with another surgeon, and how different it was.

Years ago I consulted with a different surgeon who offered the traditional anchor scar lift, and suggested implants because he claimed that they would not look good without implants. That doctor did not care to see examples of what I was hoping for as far as results. Instead, he was kind of arrogant and said that he is like an artist and he will do what he thinks is best, that I don’t get a choice in the matter. This threw me off and made me feel uncomfortable to even ask basic questions. After seeing that surgeon’s work, his breast lifts were awful and he left the breasts with nipples that were too large, and the breasts looked fake and unattractive with terrible wide scars under the nipple.

Fast forward to my experience with Dr. Horndeski- he was happy to see what I was going for, and happy to listen and understand where I was at. I knew I didn’t even have to tell him what I wanted because of the results I’d seen from him. I knew he would do a perfect job, but it was really nice to work with someone so humble and attentive when it comes to one of the biggest decisions of my life. I fully trusted him. You should always feel that way about your surgeon. If you don’t, RUN!

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UPDATED FROM RachelD28
9 days post

Day 4

RachelD28
The pain has significantly decreased, but I’m also still taking painkillers. They are looking better and better each day. They are healing nicely, and I’m so excited to comfortably wear cute clothes. I’m still shocked at how amazing of a job Dr. Horndeski did for me. They came out perfect! I’m mentally still trying to wrap my head around the fact that this is permanent. I’ll never go back to that feeling of fear, deep insecurity, and sadness over this. It’s just confidence, freedom, and joy now. Priceless.

I highly recommend Dr. Horndeski to anyone who needs a breast lift or reduction. The results speak for themselves. His work is by far the best there is.

I also want to clarify- my left breast is slightly larger than my right. That never bothered me, and I specifically asked Dr. H not to try to correct it. I wanted him to focus solely on doing the lift, and if it begins to bother me later I can do a fat transfer. I don’t see it ever bothering me because it’s so minimal. Right now I can’t wait to take off the steri strips. They come off two weeks after surgery date.

I will keep updating!

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