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35 Years Old, 2 Kids In Need of Breast Augmentation. Cary, NC

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4 months post

Revision

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So I had my revision yesterday. The purpose was to tighten up the pocket (they had bottomed out a bit) and to do another skin excision on both sides to raise the crease of my breasts. The nurse had a problem finding my vein for the IV ( not her fault - this happens to me a lot) - so after taking a cup full of pills and the needle constantly poking me I almost passed out. I think it's more my fear of needles. The put me under a lighter sedation this time and I swear I heard them talking in the OR...or I was having a very detailed dream, who knows...I was drugged up. I didn't experience any nausea this time...they gave me a patch before surgery. When I woke up I actually felt a lot better than last time. My doc said that they surgery was a lot more extensive than he thought. He ended up having to remove the implants during the procedure and it took longer than what we originally thought. I was there from 8:30 am until about 2:15. The doc put drains in, which I didn't have last time and I can already not wait for them to come out. I am sore on the bottom of my breast, with a slight burning sensation (the incisions) and where the drains go into my body they are taped under my armpit....and I swear it's the tape that is bothering me the most....every time I move it kinda pulls my skin. My boobs are hard again which sux cuz they were just getting nice and soft at the 3 month mark. I'm disappointed that I just got back into my workout routine and now have to wait again, frustrating. My belly is so bloated, again and to make things worse...I just got my period. Ugh!

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October 19, 2016
Sounds like you have not had a good experience at all with the transformation. I had wanted the surgery since I was 16 but never followed through with it due to the cost. Since that age I have had 2 kids to which put my body through hell. A small frame giving birth to 10lb and 8lb babies. Remarried now and quite smoking after 30 yrs of being hooked, so as a treat I followed through with the augmentation. Going from a 38 A-B, to a 38DDD and I love them. I spend more time massaging them than my husband. I did this for me and talk about a self esteem booster. I'm a conservative when it comes to my body, so there's no flaunting what I have. Too bad I didn't get this done years ago. I hope that you have a speedy recovery and enjoy your looks.
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October 19, 2016
It has not been a bad experience at all. My doc is amazing. I was just hoping things would be perfect the first time but I also knew what o was getting myself into. The first surgery I had an entire summer to recover. This time I'm at work- took a week off and have to go right back. My job involves moving equipment and being on my feet also so it's just at this point really an inconvenient time. I could have waited longer. However, I'm just at the point where I wanted to get back to my normal life. I liked my breasts after the first surgery- was I in love with them- no. It was my surgeons suggestion to tighten up the pocket. I went with it because I wasn't sure if it would bother me years later- which knowing me- it probably would.
March 10, 2017
I will be so curious as to how your revision goes. I have the exact same problem, mine look very similar to your photos with the dropping. But I have lived with it for many years, they never droped aNY more. I was more happy to just look decent in shirts and not be so flat, that was my goal. But bras never fit because I don't really have a crease. Now I'm considering getting it fixed , but I keep reading how it might be a temporary fix and redos can also cause more issues. I'm just scared. How has yours been holding up? Can you post again on your progress? I just want to know if I should go ahead or just be happy that I have boobs.
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3 months post

3 month post op

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I just saw my surgeon for my 3 month post op. He wants to tighten up the breast fold and do another skin excision. I knew this may be a possibility almost immediately out of surgery because one of my breasts the crease was slightly lower- so he mentioned that he may want to correct this. He did say he wants to do the skin excision on both sides though. My skin is pretty lax from pregnancy so he wants to remove some more skin and slightly raise the fold to give a more youthful appearance. I decided that I did indeed want this done. It doesn't bother me- I don't hate my breasts but I'm also not in love with them either and after spending so much time and money I'm just at the point where I want it done- over with so I can get on with my life. I love the shape and size of my breasts but I do agree that the crease is a bit low, causing me to feel a bit matronly. I knew that I would have a second phase anyways to remove my supernumerary nipples- this kind of works out. He was going to remove them under local????????. But now he will remove them at the same time as the skin excision under anesthesia. I told him I would like this done as soon as possible. I'm back at the gym and really trying to get back to where I was before surgery so I don't want to put it off anymore. He gave me the date of Oct.18 for the second surgery. I will have a pre-op on Sep. 30. I will have to cover the anesthesia and operating room fee- which I'm not thrilled with, but I knew this was a possibility when I decided to get implants. As far as general recovery goes.... At 3 months I would say I am pretty much back to normal. The lower portion of my breasts are still a little numb but I don't have any pain. They are soft (slightly firmer than my natural breasts) but they feel way more natural now. I am aware of the implants sometimes- random times, but not all the times. I sometimes wake up and find myself sleeping on my stomach- I try to avoid this- but they obviously don't hurt. I am back to the gym doing everything- I lost a lot of strength in core and upper body so I'm trying to work on this. it's a little bit frustrating but I'm improving almost daily- so it's just gonna be a matter of time.

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Got measured for bras

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I got measures today at Victoria's Secret and they told me I am between a 32 D and a 32 DD!!! Holy crap. I know that their sizes run small but I was just going for a full B /C. I'm not upset about it - it is nice to have boobs after not having them for so long and they don't look big under clothing. I don't feel I look too heavy. I don't know why- I just really don't like the look of large bras. Oh well! So picky I know! I tried on a 32 D and that's what my measurement put me at and the lady said I had some spillage on the side so she recommended that I go to double D. Although with a double D there was some gapping. I think I will buy bras in double D for my everyday ones but I think that for going out or wanting to just be sexy I will go with D. I've waited this long to have boobs I don't want to still have gapping in the cups. I ordered 2 wireless ones in DD and 2 sports bras in D and one in DD. I think it's gonna depend on the style. Hopefully they get here soon - sooo tired of wearing the same style bras! Definitely do not need padding ever again. I tried on some with padding and it was WAY too much!

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July 19, 2016
Howdy. I got my boobs the same day you did, and I'm impressed that you've have the courage to get measured already! I'm terrified. I think I might freak out if they tell me I'm larger than I feel comfortable with. How are you feeling? Mine are still quite sore, and I still have morning boob, as well as areas of numbness and sensitive nipples. I know this all takes time, but I start to worry when I see women posting about being pain free just a few weeks after surgery. I think your size looks perfect for you. I'm sorry to hear you might need to go in for another procedure. When would this happen? Sending good vibes and healing your way.
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July 19, 2016
Yeah- I definitely didn't think it would last this long. It still feels weird just opening doors and drawers for me. I feel so weak having to have my husband open bottles and cans for me. At my one month the lady told me that I am pretty much the size I'm going to be and that I can start wearing regular bras. She said there is still swelling present but not significant enough to change cup sizes. She told me that the shape would change and not to buy too many because I may prefer one style now and then later another. So I ordered 2 wireless ones. I will find out at my 3 month if I need a revision (around September) I'm a little on edge and feel like I just want it done. I was really upset about it because I am sooo ready to return to my normal self and this just prolongs it. It hopefully shouldn't be that bad since he is just removing skin- my skin is a little lax from pregnancy and kinda looks saggy on one side.
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September 19, 2016
Hi. I just wanted to check in to see how everything is going for you? I know the possibility of a revision was weighing on you... do you have any answers in this department? How is everything feeling? I had to go through some major drama with my in-laws regarding my new boobs, and though it was extremely unpleasant, it just strengthened my resolve that this was something I needed to do for myself and everyone else can just deal. I hope you are feeling good both physically and mentally.
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September 19, 2016
Yeah- I was getting ready to update. I just had my 3 month yesterday and the revision is a go. He wants to just do a skin excision, cut out the old scars, remove some more skin and tighten everything up. I am waiting for a call to schedule the second surgery. I'm not thrilled about it but I just want it to be done - so I can recover and move on. I'm trying to get it done ASAP. But besides that I'm feeling ALMOST back to normal. I'm sorry you had drama with your in- laws. I think with something like this people just don't understand how it can affect someone and until you've been there- they just need to keep their opinions to themselves. Do you feel back to normal?
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July 23, 2016
Hi, Ive been flowing your recovery, Im only 5 days post op, but feeling as you did, bad morning boob, lots of swelling, pain etc. . You look wonderful. Thanks for sharing your story, it really helps others like me who are a few weeks behind you, all the very best to you x
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July 23, 2016
The morning boob definitely gets better! 5 days post op - you are definitely through the worst part! Every day will be a little better. I'm almost six weeks, I still have slight tightness when I wake up in the morning but it's not painful and I can pretty much jump out of bed like normal. There will most like Y be some moments of frustration as you will be ready to feel "normal" again, but just hang in there ! Good luck with your recovery!
October 25, 2016
Hello, how many cc's did you get? I'm your size and I'm debating whether to get 450 or 500 I am looking to be a full C