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In Search of bigger breasts! 5'8", 140 lbs, 44, mother of two breast fed children. 650 Natrelle Inspira SRF

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I had a BA in July 2016, I was super excited and...

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I had a BA in July 2016, I was super excited and following my post-op instructions to the T, I was waiting patiently for the implants to drop and fluff. Although I felt went too small and wished for bigger breasts. I even spoke to my PS about my wish and he told me he would give me a discount when I was ready for the exchange. I even planned, that after one year and saving up some money, I would go back and have my implants exchanged. But all my hopes and dreams fell to the ground when one day I noticed my left breast had shifted towards my armpit and my breasts looked disfigured. I knew something was absolutely wrong. I voiced my concerns to my PS but he also acknowledged that my left implant did shift laterally, but he told me I should wait for the implants to drop and they would look more normal. But I knew then even if the implant settled the left breast would not come back to the center. I became very depressed and going every where for an answer if some one could make my breasts look normal again. In the mean time I consulted a new PS who told me my original PS didn't dissect the pockets right and I would be needing Capsulorrhaphy to fix the displacement....so here I am now, decided to ditch my other blog about BA and begin this new blog about my journey to the world of BA Revision. I feel that crying or feeling miserable is not going to help me. No mater how depressed I feel and how much I dislike the hideous look of my current augmented breasts, I still have to wait 6 months before anything can be done to make my breasts looks descent again. Instead of feeling sorry for myself for my bad luck and going on and on about how much I hated my breasts, or how angry my PS made me feel, I just want to move forward and see my failed augmentation from a different perspective. I want to talk about my hope, my wish and my dream of having those perky beautiful breasts again within the complexity I have developed. This time I would like to believe I am wiser and I intend to do my thorough research before making any final decision. I hope this journey of mine will end with happiness and I will be able to find that surgeon who will be able to help me to make my dream come true...:)
Stats:
Height: 5'8", Weight: 140 lbs, Age: 44, Pre-op Breast size 32A possibly 32AA.
Hoping for 32D without any further complications....
Please keep me in your prayers...:) Thank you...

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Justin West, MD

Justin West, MD

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September 20, 2016
Hi there. In the same boat. Mine is pretty moderate bottoming out on one side but I have some significant asymmetry. I too am scared about the revision because I totally trusted my first surgeon and given how early the right bottomed out I feel he over dissected the pocket on that side. Now I don't know who to trust and I worry the fix will bring new problems/issues. Sorry about your situation and really wish we weren't in the same boat here... :-(
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September 20, 2016
@Kitcat40: I am so sorry to hear about you having complications with BA as well. I totally understand how you feel and how difficult it is to decide how to go about revision specially when you are forced to carry these disfigured baggage of augmented breasts 24/7. I am also experiencing chronic muscles pain to my left shoulder/neck ever since I had the surgery, so it has been a constant reminder to me that my body is messed up because of wanting larger breasts. I am also having very difficult time trusting a surgeon. But I know only a surgeon can take us out of our misery by either removing the implants or fixing the pockets! So regardless we have to trust someone!! Last time I only had one consultation and I didn't bother to go to different doctors. My husband and I both were impressed by my PS and also I didn't like the idea of having to show my boobs to all different people, its not because I was conservative it's because of the hassle of it all!! This time I changed my strategy and going to 4 different doctors for consultations! I am also worried that I may face more problems if I go back to surgery but I am having really hard time dealing with this nagging pain and either way I have to get fixed. Hang in there friend, we will get through this, just think this way we can go shopping for new boobs again!! Lol I already saved up some "wish boob" pictures, now I just have to find the right doctor to create them!! Hugzzz :)
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September 29, 2016
I'm actually getting capsulorrhaphies in both mine. My right is under my arm pit and my left dips down to far. You'll see what I mean if you look at my pics. As for bra shopping, I haven't even bothered. I'm still in a sports bar and prefer that actually... Or just a light cami type or shelf bra. Underwire actually hurts. I don't remember the underwire laying on top of my rib cage before my surgery...but now underwire bras are just uncomfortable but honestly, I was looking forward to no longer having to wear underwire so I'm happy my lift is good and I can get away with wearing a light, unpadded bra! Like you though, I'm just looking forward to having symmetrical breasts again :( They were sagging before, but at least they were the same size and shape. I'm supposed to go in Nov for my revision but may have to wait until Dec or Jan. My PS is thinking 425 - 475 HPs. I currently have 350 Mod Profile Plus. Will be following your revision for sure!! Good luck to you!! xo!
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September 29, 2016
Thank you so much for your support and I am so sorry you are going through the same complications. I have been wearing sports bras but I was thinking I needed side support to keep my boob going further towards my armpit!! I was trying to find a solution since my original ps didn't give me absolute no directions what to do, all he said to wear a wireless bra! My new ps told me I can either wear a bra or go bra less and he advised me to wear a bandeau in an attempt to make the implants drop as they are still sitting high. I am scheduled for revision in February 2017. Going for 500-550 HP silicone and looking forward to it... I think once you are done with revision and healed you are better off wearing a good supportive bra all the time so that the implants would not bottom out. I will ask my PS if its true. I will do anything to keep the implants in place as I just can't afford to go through more surgeries emotionally, physically and financially. Wish you all the best! I will keep you posted!
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September 29, 2016
Any info you want pass on from your PS would be great. Mine is more of a "leave them alone" kind of doctor. Personally from everything I've read, after the revision, I think it might be best to wear an underwire bra to keep them in place until they heal fully. I too am hoping this is the last surgery I have to have. I can't afford to keep spending money on my boobs either. There are some other nips and tucks I want to have done but am seriously thinking maybe I should quit while I'm ahead. Just age gracefully.... It certainly has been very emotional. And to be honest, I'm actually scared this time. First time I was so excited and had a really positive, upbeat attitude but this time - the anxiety - it's stressing me out. I just don't understand why some women who had lifts have such a nice, crescent shape underneath and mine don't.... It's discouraging but I feel I have to give it one more shot. I'll keep you posted for sure as I will be having my revision before yours. Wish me luck!!!
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September 30, 2016
I sure will share with you! My new PS said after the revision surgery I will not be able to life more than 5 lbs for six weeks, I will have to wear a supportive bra and he will direct me where to get it from, but for now I can workout and either wear a bra or go bra less, without fearing that I may damage my pockets further. My problem is the implants haven't dropped quiet yet and they are still sitting high, He just wants me to wait for at least 6 months before revision so that my tissue is well healed. In February I will be 7 months post op. Waiting is killing me, I try not to be depressed and think too much about my boobs, but I just can't help. I know they are only boobs, people go through worse situation than mine, such as the breast cancer patients or those suffered from debilitating infections after BA, but sometimes I can not help but to feel sorry for myself and also feel angry why does it have to be me. I am very blessed I still have my boobs, they are just slightly disfigured and I try to tell myself to be just patience and wait for February! Yes don't give up hope, remember we still have our boobs, they may not look pretty like others but they are healthy and they will look pretty again once we find the right surgeon to make them normal again! So stay positive and your wish will come true...:)
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October 8, 2016
Hey :) Just wanted to wish you all the best on your revision. I'm so sorry that you are going through this.. I cannot imagine the disappointment/anger/frustration and every other emotion you must be feeling. Especially after months of anticipating what you think is going to be such a positive change. I was shocked to see how obvious the displacement was, more so after I looked at your pre op picture. I feel that our pre op breasts looked quite similar; nipple position, placement on the chest, even the amount of tissue. You by no means should have ended up with the result that you have! I really feel for you :(. Its great that you are making a conscious effort to be in a positive mind set. It must be so difficult, but you are so right that feeling sorry for ourselves and dwelling on the negatives never helps anybody. I truly hope your journey will end in happiness too :-) xx
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October 8, 2016
Anna1989 Thank you so much for your kind words. I was very shocked to see the situation of my breasts, I was in tears and crying like a small child! The thing that makes me mad the most is that still these days the office of my first surgeon hasn't sent any apology msg saying that they are sorry that I am experiencing this complications. I understand they will never acknowledge they have done anything wrong but at least say sorry and acknowledge that I have developed complications. They constantly deny the fact that there is anything wrong with my augmentation. I am really looking forward to my revision! Hope it will go well!! I just can't wait for 2016 to be over soon! I am like a small child waiting for a visit from Santa!! I will show your boob pic to my PS! I am way older than you so I don't expect my boobs to look as lively as yours but if he can transform my crooked boobies something closer to yours I will be a happy lady!! Thank you again ...:)
October 28, 2016
Best wishes for you;) I like the way you feel about all situation. I hope everything will be ok;)
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October 28, 2016
Cyckilina: Thank you so much! I am all hyped up now and super excited!! Counting my days towards my surgery patiently!!
October 28, 2016
Did you go under or over muscle the first time?
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October 28, 2016
Reeves95: It was under the muscles! Thank you for checking up on me...:)
UPDATED FROM Tiny1972
5 months pre

A picture just so that you know why I need the repair!!

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September 21, 2016
Following your new journey :)
Xoxoxo
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September 21, 2016
Aww thank you! I promise I will try to be more cheerful and positive! Hugzzz and xoxoxo..:)
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December 31, 2016
I just had my revision. Same issue, but mine where 16 years old. I'm now Post Op 3 weeks and so happy I finally took the plunge!! And so happy I did my research on finding the right surgeon! Best of luck to you!!!
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December 31, 2016
Thank you for dropping by and your support. I am glad everything is going well with you... I cant imagine how relieving it must have been now that your have your dream boobs. I have one more month to wait and hopefully I will be a happy camper too!! Wishing you a very happy 2017!
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December 31, 2016
Thank you! Yes a Very big relief. It's not exactly cheap, so you want to get it right! Happy New Year!!
February 24, 2017
Hi, my BA was 25 years ago and my right breast too had shifted toward the armpit. I had them replaced twice but, in all fairness, both times the surgeon explained that it is my body trying to protect itself from the foreign object by building hard scar tissue which is responsible for the stubborn hold on that implant. He advised it would most likely happen again because it's my body, not the surgery or recovery. I'm fortunate in that you can only tell on mine if I'm laying on my back. Married 20 years or it might bother me more so. I know you've heard this and it doesn't always help but you are blessed to be healthy, to not be in this forum because of double mastectomy or some other equally horrible reason. God bless you and give you total healing with your breast. I'll follow to see how it turns out. Laura
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February 24, 2017
Hello Laura: Thank you so much for stopping by and your best wishes and support. Yes you are absolutely right I am very fortunate and with the blessings of God I haven't lost my breasts due to illness or developed more serious complications. But still some days I tell myself I did not have to put my body through this. I could have lived with tiny breasts. Well i was very naive about boob job so everything caught me by a big surprise. My surgery is done. My previous PS did not cut my pockets right. Thats why my boobs became deformed. I did not have CC. One pocket was too big compared to the size of the implants. My implants were all stuck and could not drop properly. So in my case my former PS did a very bad botched job on me. Anyhow,, my new boobs are looking way better. So far they are holding together. Even though they are not perfectly symmetrical as they were never before but they look much better. I am hoping this set will last a long time. We just have to remember to be happy with what we got and stop looking for those perfect boobs some ladies have!! Hope your girls are holding well this time. I am happy you are not bothered by them as the way they are. Thank you again! Hugzzz ...:)
February 28, 2017
I'm so glad you got a doctor to help and I'm even more warmed to know you're ok and happy on the inside, where it really counts. God made us women and He made our breasts a very unique and important part of that. Im grateful He guided you to the right place for help. May God continue to bless you (and me too!
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February 28, 2017
Hello Laura: yes my friend, can not complain and should not complain. I have been reading so many reviews by other ladies and looking at their pictures and learning about the troubles they are going through. My issues are nothing compared to their's and I thank God for blessing me with what I got now, it will be wrong of me if I complain! Lets just cherish what we got and be happy..:-) Thank you again.
UPDATED FROM Tiny1972
5 months pre

Bra shopping for crooked breasts!!

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The PS here advised me to wear a bra at all time ( I think) to support my injured breast so that the displacement doesn't get worse. So I went bra shopping today! All these days I was going bra less as advised by my PS, just wearing a cami for the implants to "drop and fluff"!! Unfortunately that didn't work, my boobs never fluffed!!
I have been always a VS lady ( not sure why) per VS I was 32C!! But now I have no idea what my current bra size is, and I was not going to shop at VS and spend tons of money on bra's if I am going to have a revision in 5 months time, so I went to Hane's outlet store! I asked the sales lady at the Hane's store to measure me, she did her stuff and told me I was 34B. I tried Bali wireless 34B, OMG I looked like a [RS bleep] star with my deformed boobs sticking out of my tight B cups!! I ditched the B cup and tried on C cup which felt ok but my boobs felt too snug and was hurting, so I opted for 34D. They felt comfy to me, may be a bit loose around the cup but I didn't care, I was able to squeeze my left boob inside and I was happy! I came into the conclusion that its very hard to buy bra's when boobs do not fit inside the cups! As usual I started to curse at me PS while I was inside the fitting room quietly, sales lady must have thought I was a nutcase! Oh I also informed her I had a botched boob job! I know I lost all my shame..:(
So I will be wearing the bra's to try to keep some integrity of my existing pockets....I feel like I am formulating my own theories now how to preserve the boobs...lol I should just go back to school and study medicine and add the MD beside my name, then it will be all official..but I am too old for that stuff now, I should just remained focus on my current situation...my deformed boobs!!

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