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Depressed and Scared After CC Revision. Not Sure What to Do. Advice Welcome. -Brisbane, AU

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Hi girls, I'd really love some advice from anyone...

SovranApril 3, 2013
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Hi girls, I'd really love some advice from anyone who went through an explant. I've hated having implants for a long time now, but didn't really think having them out was an option. After seeing you all and reading your stories, I'm dreaming of doing it too. I just don't know what they're going to look like if I do.

Over the years, I've experienced some upsetting negative comments about my "fake breasts", which made me feel very embarrassed and ashamed. I wish I wasn't a sensitive person and didn't care what people said, but I am. Sadly, it's the reason I got implants to begin with. My mother and friends would tease me about my "little boobs". They made me feel like I was somehow defective and "less than". I was 24 years old when I had the initial surgery and am now 42.

I had CC in both breasts for many years but was too scared to fix them. Finally I got up the courage to have the revision (5 weeks ago), but it didn't go as I planned. I went into surgery thinking they'd be teardrops, only 10% bigger and that the incision would be underneath. Unfortunately, I woke to find they're round, 20% bigger and PS went through the areola again. What makes this even more upsetting is that he'd always planned to do it this way, he just didn't tell me. When questioned about them being round he just said that "he knew he could make them look teardrop anyway. What?? I feel so stupid for trusting someone completely with my body. To make matters worse, they're now moderate profile, so the extra width makes them look double the size they were.

I can't stop crying, as I'm unsure what to do next. I want them out before the bigger implants stretch the breast tissue any more that they already have, but I can't make a decision about what to do next. I wouldn't have a clue what size they'd be or how saggy explanted. I'm posting some pics of what they look like now. I've also taken a few of me pinching the tissue around the implant to show how much is my own breast. I'm wondering if any of you ladies can tell me if you had a similar amount of tissue and what size they ended up being after explant. I've read that implants can thin the tissue out and am scared there's nothing left under these big bazookas.

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toomakeup
April 4, 2013
Hello Sovran, All of us ladies here can surely relate to your fears, as we have all had them. Just wnated to give to a quick overview about my experience. I was a 34 A prior to implants...pretty flat...fast forward 24 years with implants..lots of time ..3 surgerys due to CC...and finally I took them out 13 days ago...only very surprised to see all this breast. I personally think taking the time to find the right doctor fort he explant is critical. Someone with experience in Plastic AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY. After seeing your pictures and spending months and months reading all the wonderful ladies stories and seeing the "ever so helpful"! pictures, you would do great! Keep reading to educate yourself and see other women on this site , their photos and extreme happiness after they have explanted. I could not be happier and hopefully this info may help!
Sovran
April 4, 2013
Congrats, toomakeup. Thank you for the advice. You ladies inspire me so much. Nothing beats natural. It must have been a great feeling to be whole again.
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NervousGirlie
April 4, 2013
Hi Sovran, I am sorry you had such a bad experience with your last surgeon. They do seem to like to give us more than we've asked for, don't they? I really relate to your fears about explanting. I was worried about what would be left and how much of a mess I would be in. I am thinking we may have a similar amount of tissue? I could pinch quite a bit in the top and cleavage area, but my sides and underneath were very thin. I bet if you had your implants removed, you would achieve that teardrop shape you are after- that's how natural breasts are shaped! Only implants are round! I'm not sure by reading your post if you really want them removed, or if you would be happy with a revision to a smaller size like you had before. They actually look very nice, but I agree they do seem big on your frame. I would say you have to really be ready for explant, not unsure or on the fence. Try not to cry, you honestly look lovely, and I am sure you will figure out what's right for you. xx
Sovran
April 4, 2013
Thank you, NervousGirlie. Yours look great. I can't imagine mine will be that big underneath these things. I was a b cup before implants (24yrs old), and definitely not a full one at that. I was very skinny in those days, too, (didn't eat much at all in the nineties... good 'ol low fat diets). I'm carrying about 18 pounds extra, so fingers crossed some of the extra made it to the boobs ;-)
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NervousGirlie
April 4, 2013
LOL! They aren't 'that big'! They are flat and wide and I think the camera makes them look bigger than they are! If you have gained weight, I'm sure some of it has landed in your boobs! I see you definitely have something to pinch! ;-)
Sovran
April 5, 2013
I saw a PS today for advice about explanting and after having a pinch she said I would be an A cup now (before implants I was a B). So I guess the extra fat went straight to my bum, instead :-)
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Angie_M
April 4, 2013

Thanks for sharing your experience so far. I just don't understand why any mother would tease her child about her body. I've heard that a lot and I keep thinking, Why do that to your precious daughter???

Anyway, rant over. :)

I can't believe your surgeon so flagrantly disregarded what you wanted and asked for. If you do get a revision/removal, I would look for a different board certified plastic surgeon.

And if you do go the removal route, there are all sorts of amazing bras and swimsuits out there now to give you oomph.

plasticnation
April 4, 2013
Hi, What a cheeky PS, I'd be so angry. Don't get me wrong they look good but also big, and if that's not what you wanted hes been very naughty. If you really are unhappy with them, tell him that you want him to do what you asked and PAID him for, or to do a straight explant (if thats you want) As for people judging you - sod them! My mum and family used to laugh about my lack of boobs and then when I had implants they still made fun of me. Sometime you just can't win! Mind you my mum was upset that I had implants and fully supported me during my removal and has now told me that I'm perfect as I am. Better late than never! I really don't think they realised at the time the harm that they cause esp when you dislike a part of your body! x
Sovran
April 5, 2013
Hi Plasticnation, I was pretty angry at first, but when I calmed down I realised that he had the best intentions. He probably just believed he knew what was best for my situation. Maybe he thought that a bleach blonde with fake boobs was too stupid to understand the technical stuff lol go figure :-) They do look huge in the photos, but today someone pointed out that the IPhone camera I used distorts the picture when it's too close, making things look bigger than they really are (see what I mean about missing the technical stuff haha). When I showed hubby the pics the other day he said the implants were too big for my body. That really upset me and I went into a deep depression. But today when I showed him in the flesh he said they didn't look nearly as big. Now I know why my stepdaughter takes pictures of her reflection in a mirror. It looks more true to life. I'll try to post some like that when I get time and you'll see what I mean. Even the size difference between left and right isn't as noticable. Sounds like you've had a similar experience with mum. When I was 13 mine was taking a photo of me in a bikini and made me stand behind a plant to hide my "chunky thighs". I ended up anorexic. And she wondered why my "little boobs" didn't develop like hers did. I'm glad your mum's being supportive now. It definitely helps when they boost you up XO
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RSMember4211
April 4, 2013
Hi Sovran, You have beautiful natural breast under there. Don't be afraid to be natural again. Your skin looks like it has great elasticity and you have great nipple placement. I wouldn't hesitate for one second. Make sure that the surgen removes the capsules, very important. Look at my last pic of my implant and capsules. It's yucky. You'll be happy to get them out and you are not going to feel any different a year from now. You will just have wished you had done it sooner. We are all here to support you! These ladies on here are awesome. Your not alone. Keep us posted Sweetie. Big Hugs, Birdie
Sovran
April 5, 2013
Thanks for the kind words, Birdie. Wow, your boobs look lovely and perky. What size were your implants? Were they unders or overs? Great results, it's no wonder you're happy to be rid of the balloons :-)
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RSMember4211
April 5, 2013
My implants were 380cc's and over the muscle. One was leaking and both had nastey capsulations. I am so happy that those toxic balloons are out for good. You are going to love your results too. Don't be afraid be happy darlin. You are on the path to a healthier happier you....Naturally!!! Keep me posted. :)
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Today I'm pretty hung up on what size I am...

SovranApril 5, 2013
Today I'm pretty hung up on what size I am underneath these things. Yesterday I saw a PS about explanting (still only 6 weeks post CC revision). After pinching my skin and having a feel around, she said I'd only be an A cup and I'd be very unhappy with what they'd look like explanted. When I was 24 years old my original PS told me I was a B cup, but after looking at some old photos I don't know. I'm going to see if he has a pic of my real breasts before putting in my first implants. I have a vague memory of one being taken and me cringing lol but that was 18 years ago, so I can't be sure if it really happened. I posted some old preimplant pics with clothes on (don't have naked photos... I was a good girl haha). What do you ladies think? Big A or small B??

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Can't understand how they could only be As now,...

SovranApril 5, 2013
Can't understand how they could only be As now, considering the extra 18 pounds I've gained over the years. Worried the implants and capsular contracture thinned out what little breast tissue I had. Hope that's not the case :-(

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RSMember4211
April 6, 2013
Dear Sovran, You are such an exceptional looking female that your focus shouldn't even be on your breast. Most people would do anything to have your looks, body, smile, hair and that's just the outside. Why are you so worried about your boobs honey? Is this the universe sending you a test? Even if your boobs are flat can you love yourself enough with flat boobies? Can you love yourself unconditionally? Remember you are love you are light and underneath the flesh and bone you are spirit and you are perfect. So, be focused on your perfection and give thanks for all that you do have and all the rest will fall into place. No one can give you the secret pill to make it all go away, just face your fears and be fearless. You can do it. Push those negative feelings out, fear is an illusion. It's from all the years of brainwashing that we all had. You are awesome and you are perfect. Love yourself through this journey and prevail. Hold your head up high and don't look back. Live for the now moment and make it count. Breath and Trust your Heart. I'm here whenever you want to write me. Sending your much Love and Strength. Your Friend, ttBirdie
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RSMember4211
April 6, 2013
Hi again, ok I just read your new post. I can send you a pick of me pre implants I am built very similar to you and I was a AAcup I had 380cc's for 23 years. I'm now 50 and my breast are a full Bcup now. I had the lift as well, but you have much more natural breast than me. If I were in your shoes I would not get anything else put in. I would buy a very good compression bra and were it all the time after your explant and give your skin a chance to tighten and give your breast the chance to fill in and fluff. Your body is very beautiful and you are toned like me. You have lots of muscle which will help as well. I'll see if I can scan a bathing suit photo of me pre boobs so you can see how flat I was. Your going to laugh. Smile and be Happy your well on your way. ;)
Sovran
April 6, 2013
Hi TTS, I'd love to see a pic if you wouldn't mind. I'm having trouble imagining what size pre and post implants are like, especially with those of us who've had implants for a long time. It's funny, I was talking to a lady the other day who asked if mine were fake, she had just got them herself. After telling her I did them 18 years ago, she called me a "trailblazer" haha pretty sad really, but made me laugh :-)
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Ariana Veri
April 6, 2013
Do you still have capsular contracture? Your breasts look very nice. You can do alift at the same time but to,will be very unhappy within explanat. Maybe a downsize to 300ccs and a internal bra maybe? To prevent scaring?
Sovran
April 6, 2013
Hi Ariana, no contracture now. I had it for over ten years and was too scard to fix it, but just had CC revision 6 weeks ago. I read one of your stories about your BA gone wrong. I really feel for you. Hope you've been able to get it redone and are happy now X
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Ariana Veri
April 6, 2013
I have had them redone. Very happy with them. Married now so I Gusse they did the trick!!! If you don't have a capsule contracture why not keep your boobies the way they are the look amazing!
Sovran
April 6, 2013
Glad to hear you're happy with them now. I met my husband with CC and he reckons he didn't even know they were fake until I told him, and he definitely got up close and personal. Maybe he was just very drunk haha but that's love for you :-)) I'm starting to think I shouldn't do anything more until I know whether the capsular contracture will return or not. I think it's usually 3 months after revision that it raises its ugly head. I wont keep going through revision after revision, though. Enough's enough.
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Ariana Veri
April 6, 2013
Oh I see. That's like me with my symmastia. But I was willing to do a million revisions. My Husband didnt know I had implants ether. I When I had saline implants I thought they felts to hard, than I met a girl who didn't have implants and hers, felt the same.. Now I got gel and there sooo soft, no they just,feel just as,soft as real breasts.
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Ariana Veri
April 6, 2013
Anyways I'm going to prey on this. There is medcine that can soften capsular contracture. If you notice the signs let him know ASAP and ask for Singulair. Girls have taken it and they said the hardness went away!
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