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50 yo gets reduction and lipo

UPDATED FROM essgee_ca
3 years post

Bra shopping! So exciting!

essgee_ca
WORTH IT
I just had to post this. As I mentioned in my last post back in February, my Hanes bras, which I love, are either getting to big or are just stretched out. When I bend over to pick something up off the ground or floor, my boob falls out of the bra. I decided it was time to start looking for something else. With the pandemic, most specialty stores are closed and those stores that are open don't allow you to try things on or return items. I decided to chance some bras off the rack from Walmart. Two were B cups and one was a C cup. They were only $13 each so no big loss if they didn't fit. All three fit beautifully. The C cup is a bit big around the band but fits well. I am so pumped about being able to buy inexpensive bras off the rack without even trying them on! I would never have even contemplated this pre BR surgery.

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Jennifer Klok, MD

Jennifer Klok, MD

Certified Plastic Surgeon

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November 16, 2020
I haven't read all of your story, but did you have implants and did you get a lift as well or just reduction?
December 13, 2020
Yes, a lift was included. My nipples pointed to the floor previously - they HAD to do something about that! LOL
UPDATED FROM essgee_ca
3 years post

Happy Boobaversary!

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Three years ago today I had my breast reduction surgery. I cannot be happier and have never looked back with regret. I seem to have settled somewhere between a B and C cup and am just thrilled with that. Along with an over 70 lb weight loss I'm almost a different person. I sure look different and my self confidence has shot through the roof. I bought an new dress for my upcoming cruises and can't get over how good I look (if I must say so myself!)
Everybody is different, but if I were asked if I would do it all over again if I had to - in a second!
Happy healing to those ladies who are in the process of recovery and all the best to those with a BR in their futures. I hope you are all as happy with the results as I have been.

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February 22, 2020
you show that the breast surgery cost you $1000. how is that possible ? Did insurance approve it ? thx
February 22, 2020
Yes, insurance (OHIP) approved the BR, but did not include the liposuction of the underarm/side breast. That cost me an additional $1000, which, despite the extra pain it caused, I'm happy I had done.
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February 22, 2020
Well done you, you look great. I have my breast reduction just over a year ago and am extremely happy with the results. I'm trying to lose weight, I wanted to ask you, when you lost weight did you lose any from your new breasts? I'm worried about them becoming too small now!
Enjoy your cruise...
February 22, 2020
I'm not sure as I haven't been measured again since the BR, but I think I may have lost some there. The Hanes bra I bought that fit beautifully, (pictured in 9 month post op post) seems too big now. If I bend over sometimes my boob falls out of the bra. lol Of course that could be the bra stretching, I don't know. Guess it might be a good idea to be properly fitted again to see. Either way, I'm happy.
February 23, 2020
Thanks for sharing!!
February 25, 2020
Where in Ontario did you get your surgery? I am waiting to get my date for Dr Ford in Oshawa. Thanks for sharing your journey !
February 26, 2020
I got my surgery in Peterborough - not far from you. I got lucky with my surgeon. She was just starting her practice here and once my paperwork was approved, the wait time was less than 6 weeks.
UPDATED FROM essgee_ca
11 months post

11 months post-op and last appointment with PS

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Not much to tell. Scars continue to fade. P.S. was pleased with progress and said I don't need to return. I doubt there is much difference from my after photos from 2 months ago, so I am not posting any more pictures today. PS showed me my before photos (I hadn't taken any other than the ones my sister convinced me to take wearing a tank top.) I was shocked at how big I was. It hardly seemed real. I am so happy that I had the surgery. The pain, discomfort and difficulties sleeping are all a distant memory now. No wonder ladies who have the surgery say the pain and discomfort wasn't bad. I guess our bodies and brains are made to forget the tough times.
This will likely be my last update. There really isn't anything else to report. I will check back once in awhile though so if you have a question or comment, I will see it.

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January 19, 2018
Take care and enjoy your life with smaller breasts! :-)
January 21, 2018
Hi, I'm on this site for the first time and saw your posts. Thank you for being so thorough and doing follow-ups -- it's inspiring to hear that you're doing so well, and helpful to hear about some of the bumps in the road. We're about the same age, so maybe... It sounds like you've really made some great changes in your life too!
January 21, 2018
Hi, I'm on this site for the first time and saw your posts. Thank you for being so thorough and doing follow-ups -- it's inspiring to hear that you're doing so well, and helpful to hear about some of the bumps in the road. We're about the same age, so maybe... It sounds like you've really made some great changes in your life too!
April 19, 2019
Thank you for sharing your story, and for the many updates. I'm in my early 50's and seriously considering reducing my DDD Twins. Sick of shoulder dents. Sick of underwire, saggy sideboob, knocking myself in the eye when I run (OK that's an exaggeration but still) and sick of the morning chore of hoisting these ginormous blobs into a tight uncomfortable bra just so I can have support and not sag to my waist. Yup, I'm DONE. And ironically, I was on a cruise about 2 weeks ago, and that's when I really started to think about a reduction.....
April 22, 2019
Go for it! I have not once regretted my decision to do it. I still have considerable scarring and some scar tissue but it was worth it. My self esteem has risen tremendously.
February 21, 2020
I’m happy you are happy with your breasts. I’m going to sue mine. And going to win . Bad breast reduction XX