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Explant with Lift and No Replacement - Brisbane, AU
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I everyone. I'm 42 years old, 72kgs and 172cm tall...
WORTH IT$10,000
I everyone. I'm 42 years old, 72kgs and 172cm tall (I think). I have been searching online but can't find many cases where people explanted and didn't replace, so I decided to put my story up. I had my silicone under the muscle, 350cc's done about 13 years ago now. My PS in Brisbane has insisted on a scan to make sure there is no rupture and no CC, but luckily everything looks fine. There is some natural droop and the PS has recommended a lift with the explant. He says I have enough of my own tissue to create a good result. I'm booked in for next week.
I'm not one of those people who believes my implants have made me sick, in fact I have enjoyed them for many years. When I got my implants I had breastfed two children and my boobs had shrunk to nothing, which was upsetting. But now 13 years have passed and I feel it's time for them to go while I am still 'young' enough for my skin to recover. Also I have put on about 10kgs since the original op, and my boobs just seem too big and attention-grabbing for my age. I find it difficult to wear elegant clothes and I feel like the boobs are just too big and silly-looking for me now. I wear a 38 DD minimiser, or thereabouts, depending on brand.
I have an awesome husband who supports my decision, although I think he also likes them big he understands my decision.
My other problem with them is that my left implant seems to be riding very high and with natural sag, I now have a sort of lump on my left side - it looks like I have a big pec muscle, but it's the implant stuck there! My own breast tissue is hanging down a bit, creating a 'bread loaf' effect...And they are also becoming slightly uneven, because the right one is creeping under my arm!
I know my boobs aren't too bad looking, actually I still quite like them but I think the time is right for the implants to go. My fear is that I have a bad result (and mess them up completely), especially because I like my nipples and they will obviously look different afterwards.
Wish me luck ladies! I'll put some photos up now.
I'm not one of those people who believes my implants have made me sick, in fact I have enjoyed them for many years. When I got my implants I had breastfed two children and my boobs had shrunk to nothing, which was upsetting. But now 13 years have passed and I feel it's time for them to go while I am still 'young' enough for my skin to recover. Also I have put on about 10kgs since the original op, and my boobs just seem too big and attention-grabbing for my age. I find it difficult to wear elegant clothes and I feel like the boobs are just too big and silly-looking for me now. I wear a 38 DD minimiser, or thereabouts, depending on brand.
I have an awesome husband who supports my decision, although I think he also likes them big he understands my decision.
My other problem with them is that my left implant seems to be riding very high and with natural sag, I now have a sort of lump on my left side - it looks like I have a big pec muscle, but it's the implant stuck there! My own breast tissue is hanging down a bit, creating a 'bread loaf' effect...And they are also becoming slightly uneven, because the right one is creeping under my arm!
I know my boobs aren't too bad looking, actually I still quite like them but I think the time is right for the implants to go. My fear is that I have a bad result (and mess them up completely), especially because I like my nipples and they will obviously look different afterwards.
Wish me luck ladies! I'll put some photos up now.
HayleyH's provider
UPDATED FROM HayleyH
2 days pre
So many questions
Well I don't know if anyone is even reading this but I have so many questions/concerns. I'm just going to list them because I'm a bit OCD, lol.
- I hope my scarring isn't too bad! I wonder about the best creams/oils and silicone strips I've read about on here...? Any tips?
- What does a capsule look like and why would a PS leave it in? Is it difficult to remove?
- I wonder if I'm going to have big empty pockets that are noticeable on my neckline in t-shirts? I wonder if I will have wrinkles and an 'old lady' chest.
- I'm doing a course by correspondence and it's quite intense. I'll have to do about 5 hours a day of homework (every day) and I'm worried that my head will be too fuzzy and I'll fall behind.
-What do I say to my teenage son? It was one thing having them done when he was a toddler & he didn't know what was happening, 0_0 now I feel stupid.
- I haven't told my family except my husband, because I hate fuss. I wonder who will notice?
Ok that's all.
- I hope my scarring isn't too bad! I wonder about the best creams/oils and silicone strips I've read about on here...? Any tips?
- What does a capsule look like and why would a PS leave it in? Is it difficult to remove?
- I wonder if I'm going to have big empty pockets that are noticeable on my neckline in t-shirts? I wonder if I will have wrinkles and an 'old lady' chest.
- I'm doing a course by correspondence and it's quite intense. I'll have to do about 5 hours a day of homework (every day) and I'm worried that my head will be too fuzzy and I'll fall behind.
-What do I say to my teenage son? It was one thing having them done when he was a toddler & he didn't know what was happening, 0_0 now I feel stupid.
- I haven't told my family except my husband, because I hate fuss. I wonder who will notice?
Ok that's all.
Replies (6)
October 19, 2013
Hi Hayley! I saw your story on here while I was searching photo's of other peoples lift job :). I'm also explanting and getting a revision of my prior lift I had done almost 7 yrs ago. I was suppose to have full lift with implants. Apparently, only a vertical lift was done and since then I have had another pregnancy and considerable sagging. My implant is high and my breast tissue has fallen off the implant like yours. Unlike you, I have had additional problems...capsular contracture and autoimmune diagnosis this past year making me ready to get rid of these things. As for your questions....ummm I'm still trying to figure out what I'm going to tell my pre-teen daughter about my surgery. It's a little embarrassing as you said. If you haven't done so, I recommend looking at photo's on the explant reviews.....most women have had incredible results and their breasts have really bounced back. As for scars, I used silicone strips and coco butter my first time around but didn't have the greatest results....so I'm not sure what I'm going to do this time around. Still getting additional input myself. Anyway, I just wanted to wish you all the best this week. Please let us know how it goes.
October 20, 2013
Thanks Fixit! I can't believe you didn't get what you were expecting last time, that's awful. I hope your new lift is everything you want. I'll go & look at your profile now. btw I did tell my daughter about the surgery and she told all her mates (girls, grrr) but somehow I find it more difficult with my son. He is younger and I don't want him to think I am some Barbie - it's difficult enough parenting teenagers with all their self-esteem boy/girl issues...ahh well ;-) it will all work out.
October 20, 2013
OMG don't lift your boobs, you don't need a lift.
October 20, 2013
Thanks Jessica :) I know they aren't terrible, but I figure since I'm going under the knife and general anaesthetic I want to try for the best outcome. I have been thinking about it for months. I took a couple more photos this morning that look pretty droopy (I want good records).
October 20, 2013
I understand I don't know you, but if you were my friend in real life, I'd urge you to remove, let your boobies heal for 6 months to a year, and then see if you truly want a lift. You have great natural tissue, and your boobies have a normal healthy "hang" to them. They're not droopy, there's nothing wrong with them. The additional scaring from a lift can be really distressing for some, not to mention the lack of sensation etc. And a lift isn't something you can take back like implants. You have great boobs, nice nipples, take out those little implants and just let your natural self be for a while. I think you're being far to critical of yourself! Be nicer to your natural boobies! All the best, whatever you decide. [RS bleep]
October 21, 2013
Hi Jessica and thanks for your message. I think I would get much more droop with the implants gone, and I am too vain to live with that! I was considering waiting 6 months, believe me, but elective surgery is just to expensive here in Aus. If I elected to get the lift at a later stage I would be up for the costs all over again (anaesthetist, surgery fees, PS time). I calculate it would have cost me at least another $5k the second time :( So, no, I am in tomorrow afternoon. I'll be sure to post photos.
UPDATED FROM HayleyH
1 day pre
Couple more photos
Today the girls look very droopy - haha good! At least I won't back out of my op scheduled for Tuesday!
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October 20, 2013
I hope everything goes fine - just take it easy and keep thinking of the end result. God knows there have been days where I got into the booby blues and regretted doing it - but I can't really ask for anything better. If you'd ask me whether I would go through it if I had a choice, I'd say yes yes yes! And don't be scared of a lift - the scars will fade and if you treat them well, they're barely noticable, especially in a bra. And you'll have back your youthful nice shape :) Good luck!
October 20, 2013
Hi Hayley! I think you are doing the right thing. I would do exactly the same if I were you. As for scaring, that's a fear of mine but there are some great pics of girls on here whose scars are almost gone 1 month post-op. sure there are some scary ones but there are so many factors that go into it. Just take care of yourself and do what the PS tells you and you will be ok. We can't help nature so if something happens you will know its not your fault. As for telling your kids, I have young children and have only told them I'm having surgery. Teenagers would be harder for sure. I am def not in a position to give you advice on that....sorry. As far as wrinkles, your PS should be removing the excess skin and tightening with the lift sloth at should all be taken care of. If you have too deep of pockets PS should be tightening those back up too. You should have nice perky, tight boobies again! The course, hmmm, I think it depends on how you are feeling. My PS wants me on pain killers every 4hours the first 24 hours so I know I wouldn't be able to do a course until after that. It's all on how you feel. Your recovery is most important. Just keep reminding yourself of that. Best of luck to you on Tuesday! I'm one day behind you with my BL and BA! I'll be following your journey and am so excited to see your results! Xoxo
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