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Breast Aug- 20 yrs old, no kids, silicone 600cc/submuscular
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Hello! My surgery is on 09/30/2015 at Coral Gables...
MinaHarperSeptember 20, 2015
$3,500
Hello! My surgery is on 09/30/2015 at Coral Gables in Miami Florida with Dr. Ary Krau.
I have had such a terrible time with finding answers to all my questions so I am hoping I can make this to help others like me. Here goes...
ABOUT ME:
I am 21 years old, I have never had any children or prior surgeries, I am 5'8, I am 175lbs.
I have broad shoulders, small waist, and big hips/thick thighs. I want breasts that are more proportionate but smaller than my butt because that is my signature "asset".
ABOUT MY BOOBS NOW:
I've never been properly measured but I am a 36(sometimes 38) B. I barely fit into the B but I am too much for an A. I've had the same bra for three years, it has been hell. I've included before photos. My left side is a bit higher than my right so I will most likely need two different size implants.
WHAT I WANT:
I would like my breasts to be fairly close together without needed a bra, natural cleavage. I would also like a nice slope to keep them as natural looking as possible. I may be odd but I really like breasts to "sag" a bit. I find they look more natural and have better movement.
WHAT I DO NOT WANT:
I do NOT want "basketball boobs" (for those who don't know, that's when it looks like two circles are protruding from your chest, also know as "pornstar boobs" and "stripper boobs". I also do not want perky boobs, as I stated, I like some sag. I do not want my collarbones to be besties with my implants.
FEARS/CONCERNS:
I have some pretty bad anxiety about this and with each passing day, it gets worse. I am very very fearful of not waking up from the anesthesia and just dying. I have a little brother, and parents, and pets that I love who don't know about this because... Honestly... I am embarrassed of my current size and I don't want them to know about this. I struggle with the guilt of hiding it and I would hate for something to happen to me because I am "selfish".
I am also afraid of feeling things while I am under the anesthesia. I am afraid of getting capsular contracture or an infection. I am afraid I will f*** up my implants because I am prone to being nauseas/vomiting due to medications. I am also concerned about having implants that sit too high. I am also concerned about how much pain I will be in the days following surgery.
WHY A SIZE HAS YET TO BE DECIDED:
I am an out of state patient. So I haven't had the chance to try one any sizers yet. I will be doing this the day prior to surgery. With that being said... Pictures are f***ing misleading. I know for a FACT that I do NOT want smaller than 400cc's, I have not found any photos that I feel would be what I wanted under that size. However I have seen photos of 500ccs and 700ccs both silicone, both submuscular, that look THE SAME. Driving me crazy. I would not go larger than 700ccs, no way. My breast tissue is not bountiful enough and I am not about to sign up for back problems for the rest of forever. My coordinator thinks 500 would be too big for me, but I have had doctors say otherwise. I have yet to see my own doctor, and wont see him until the day of so I will be choosing my size with the coordinator. I'm nervous but my husband will be with me and he has no problem telling me if something looks ridiculous. I have faith that I'll pick the right size. Even if I feel after the fact that I went too small or have boob greed, after I have a child I plan on switching them out for bigger. So I'm prepared. At this time, my GUESS is I will be in the 550/600cc range. We will see...
I have had such a terrible time with finding answers to all my questions so I am hoping I can make this to help others like me. Here goes...
ABOUT ME:
I am 21 years old, I have never had any children or prior surgeries, I am 5'8, I am 175lbs.
I have broad shoulders, small waist, and big hips/thick thighs. I want breasts that are more proportionate but smaller than my butt because that is my signature "asset".
ABOUT MY BOOBS NOW:
I've never been properly measured but I am a 36(sometimes 38) B. I barely fit into the B but I am too much for an A. I've had the same bra for three years, it has been hell. I've included before photos. My left side is a bit higher than my right so I will most likely need two different size implants.
WHAT I WANT:
I would like my breasts to be fairly close together without needed a bra, natural cleavage. I would also like a nice slope to keep them as natural looking as possible. I may be odd but I really like breasts to "sag" a bit. I find they look more natural and have better movement.
WHAT I DO NOT WANT:
I do NOT want "basketball boobs" (for those who don't know, that's when it looks like two circles are protruding from your chest, also know as "pornstar boobs" and "stripper boobs". I also do not want perky boobs, as I stated, I like some sag. I do not want my collarbones to be besties with my implants.
FEARS/CONCERNS:
I have some pretty bad anxiety about this and with each passing day, it gets worse. I am very very fearful of not waking up from the anesthesia and just dying. I have a little brother, and parents, and pets that I love who don't know about this because... Honestly... I am embarrassed of my current size and I don't want them to know about this. I struggle with the guilt of hiding it and I would hate for something to happen to me because I am "selfish".
I am also afraid of feeling things while I am under the anesthesia. I am afraid of getting capsular contracture or an infection. I am afraid I will f*** up my implants because I am prone to being nauseas/vomiting due to medications. I am also concerned about having implants that sit too high. I am also concerned about how much pain I will be in the days following surgery.
WHY A SIZE HAS YET TO BE DECIDED:
I am an out of state patient. So I haven't had the chance to try one any sizers yet. I will be doing this the day prior to surgery. With that being said... Pictures are f***ing misleading. I know for a FACT that I do NOT want smaller than 400cc's, I have not found any photos that I feel would be what I wanted under that size. However I have seen photos of 500ccs and 700ccs both silicone, both submuscular, that look THE SAME. Driving me crazy. I would not go larger than 700ccs, no way. My breast tissue is not bountiful enough and I am not about to sign up for back problems for the rest of forever. My coordinator thinks 500 would be too big for me, but I have had doctors say otherwise. I have yet to see my own doctor, and wont see him until the day of so I will be choosing my size with the coordinator. I'm nervous but my husband will be with me and he has no problem telling me if something looks ridiculous. I have faith that I'll pick the right size. Even if I feel after the fact that I went too small or have boob greed, after I have a child I plan on switching them out for bigger. So I'm prepared. At this time, my GUESS is I will be in the 550/600cc range. We will see...
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Replies (18)
September 21, 2015
I am a bit late....I know u had your surgery 9/30....I pray you have the breast you've hoped for and a speedy recovery
September 22, 2015
No no. I'll be going in next Wednesday. But thank you! I'll keep everything updated here!
September 21, 2015
Praying for a peace of mind doll
September 23, 2015
When I read all of your worries/ anxiety I felt like I was reading something I myself would write. I worryabout all the same things , family ( my mom and daughter particularly) infections, scar tissue , bottoming out but, this is just my nature. I'm an insane worrier and just knowing that freaking out about something is normal for me makes me feel better ( I know I'm not having second thoughts). Just make sure you trust your surgeon when you meet him. Good luck!
September 23, 2015
I too am a worrier (clearly!) and I haven't found anyone else on here like that. So thank you for reaching out!
Good luck to you as well!
Good luck to you as well!
September 24, 2015
I agree! I'm feeling the same exact way! I'm still deciding between Dr. Krau & Dr. Freeman.
September 24, 2015
I haven't heard much about dr freeman but I know dr krau is in the top 100 on Realself.
September 28, 2015
I'm so nervous! I am scheduled for the same day as you as well! And also seeing dr ary Krau
September 28, 2015
I thought he didn't schedule more than one surgery in the same day... Weird. Well. Maybe I'll see you! :)
September 28, 2015
I'm sure he does more than one surgery a day. It doesn't take long at all. Goodluck!
UPDATED FROM MinaHarper
9 days pre
Ten Days Until Surgery...
MinaHarperSeptember 21, 2015
The anxiety caused by the fear of complications is strong today. My stomach is in knots.
I also want to note that I want to have my implants done subglandular, not submuscular for easier recovery but my coordinator said no. I will definitely be speaking to the doctor about this on the day of surgery.
I also want to note that I want to have my implants done subglandular, not submuscular for easier recovery but my coordinator said no. I will definitely be speaking to the doctor about this on the day of surgery.
Replies (7)
September 21, 2015
I am undecided yet about subglandular vs sub muscular so I am curious why your coordinator said no to above the muscle? Your surgery is the day before mine! Good luck!
September 22, 2015
So I have NO clue why she specifically said it. But I've done ALOT of research and it appears that subglandular has higher risk of capsular contracture, infection, visibility and rippling. As well as harder to see what you need to on a mammogram. HOWEVER, it is quicker heal time as well as sooner dropping and fluffing. There is also less post operative pain. So it's all a matter of outweighing the risk. But some doctors won't perform subglandular if you do not have adequate breast tissue.
September 23, 2015
I have mine partial subglandular. Me- 40 yrs old, 5'7. 140 lbs. I am a weight lifting instructor. Originally I had 375 saline sub muscular and needless to say that was a disaster. They were laterally falling and experienced a double bubble with one and the other never dropped. My moderate profile plus 500cc mentors look and feel natural. No issues. Absolutely love them. Easier healing and down time. Working out is much easier. Just a thought something in between subglandular and submuscular, natural slope.
September 23, 2015
I have never heard of a partial. My coordinator has only spoke of subglandular and submuscular and she told me I was not allowed to choose and it had to be submuscular.
Did you choose your placement?
Did you choose your placement?
September 23, 2015
Yes. After much research, I chose my placement. I had actually met another person who had a partial subglandular and her results were amazing. I chose this because of the issues I had from going submuscular. After choosing this placement the doctor listened to my concerns and my wishes. This way the implant didn't ripple around the top and it didn't look unnatural. Working out and teaching fitness classes were not effecting them at all. If they refuse anything but submuscular, I would want to know why. All I can say is I have been extremely happy with placement, look and feel.
February 19, 2016
Hi there austin, i would love to be able to chat withyou regarding implant placement, does the partial placement make your breasts appear a little more volume/round in upper pole? I also perform weightlifting and am booked in for surgery next minth (400ccs under muscle) and concerned of affects with lifting. However whats mist important is a natural look for me? Did you have any photos? Thabk you xx
UPDATED FROM MinaHarper
9 days pre
Additional Pre-Op Boobie Info!
MinaHarperSeptember 21, 2015
Something I failed to mention about my breasts before. My areolas (when not cold or aroused) are very puffy due to herniated tissue. I'm hoping the implants will make them look a bit more normal. I'm not looking for "perfection" but improvement would be nice.
And thank you. I will try that!