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29 Yr Old Mom of 1 Ready for Fuller Breasts - Charlotte, NC

UPDATED FROM Hawtmami86
1 year post

It's Been a Long While

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Hi All,
It has been a very long while since I updated you all but thank you for your messages and continuing to comment on my posts.
If you've been keeping up then you know all about my surgery and the ordeals that I faced thereafter.
The
annoying lump on my breast is still there post surgery and is a little
painful and causes much discomfort. I went to see Dr B few months ago to
drain the "oil cyst" that he said it was however soon after my visit,
the lump returned.
I am not telling you guys this to deter you
in any way but moreso to be transparent with you all. These lumps are
very common in breast fat transfers & no one told me this prior so I
am here to share it with you all.
My retention on the other
hand has been great! I went from a 34B to a solid D cup so I cannot
complain. The staff continues to be amazing and I love them for it.
As
for my scaring, I hate it. I scar pretty dark and nothing that I've
done has changed the appearance. I am considering laser. I've gained
weight since my last surgery because..........
I am prepping for my BBL in 2 weeks!!! Look out for it. I will come back with deets on that once I get closer to the date.
But
thank you guys again! I am trying to get better at this so please bare
with me. Ask me whatever you like and I will be 100% honest with you
all.
Ciao!

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Edward J. Bednar, MD

Edward J. Bednar, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (4)

K
April 18, 2018
Wow so you went up two cups. Congratulation!! And thank you for sharing your journey with us. Xx
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H
May 6, 2018
Thank you for following my journey!
C
April 22, 2018
Thank you for posting your experience. You look great! Did you only have the one lump? And Dr.Bednar said it was an oil cyst vs fat necrosis? Did he think it would resolve eventually?
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H
May 6, 2018
I have one very large hard lump. So annoying. He said it may be an oil cyst I think its fat necrosis. Whatever it is, I want it removed
M
May 13, 2018
is the lump bothering you?
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Y
June 21, 2018
Hi, I love that you posted your entire experience! It is so helpful! About your lumps, can your husband feel them or are they lumps you can feel? And did you get scans before your fat transfer? My surgeon recommends I have them done before surgery for when I begin screening for breast cancer in the future
T
May 7, 2018
Thanks for ur post. Did your lipo to your abdomen get better with time or do you feel as though it was a waste of money
P
May 8, 2018
Knowing your experience now (oil cyst, scars, good retention), would you still go through with the breast fat transfer if you went back in time.
UPDATED FROM Hawtmami86
4 months post

2 and 3 Month Update!!

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It's been a while I know. I was locked out of my account for some time and just lazy for the rest of the time. I did take very straight forward photos on the 29th of each month since my surgery so I will post them. It's been almost 4 months! Wow how time flys!

Since my 1 month update, things have been pretty much the same. I still have a pretty large section of lumped fat in my right (smaller) breast. He put a larger amount of cc's in that breast to even out asymmetry. I spoke to him about it and he says to just massage it and that it is normal. I am just hoping it goes away. I can't imagine that others won't be able to feel it because I feel it and I feel like it is also visible. This is the main annoying part of the entire process. 

My scars are also pretty annoying. They are still very dark and a little raised too. I use cream and strips and all kind of other crap and they still look the same to me. I may just get tattoos to cover the ones that I can. I hate seeing them. I also feel like more fat was taken out of one side of my hip than the other and the sculpting is noticeable. I will try to take pics of these things to show you all. 



Aside from all of that, my breasts look great and the look super cute in lace bras, which I was never able to wear before. 

I'm not sure what else you want to know but feel free to ask below in the comments. Thank you all for keeping up with my journey!

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B
October 23, 2016
Did he give you any surgical options to get rid of the lumps in your breasts?
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October 25, 2016
No he says that its normal at this time since I was only a few weeks out and If the lumps remain at 6 months + then we cam discuss options. For now just massage them
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M
October 24, 2016
I'm glad nothing turn out worst! Ur breast do look awesome! The look b4 seeing after u didn't have much sagging hanging breast in the first place! Thats probably what made then look so purky and full standing. I had a consult with Dr Bednar hut didnt get a confident feed back on his suggestion telling me its better getting implants if i want cleavage being has i had sagging and lost so much volume ober the time of child birth!! Yhe fat transfer wouldnt work with just fat, i awould wine up with sagging breast which i would be happy with! Thats would've been a no no after me paying $13000 to get them done. I am getting a lift and implants way less and i might just do a lift and wait later for fat transfer but I'll see when that time comes! But u look great hopefully the lump goes away! All the best hun and thanks for sharing ur story.
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H
October 25, 2016
You can always get implants and fat injections around them so that it has a more natural appearance. Thats what my sister did and hers look great. She also had severe sagging after 2 sets of twins. Good luck on your journey and thanks for your kind words
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M
November 10, 2016
Thats a good idea hun i never thought of it b4 but i am now! Thanks for inform bc thats what i really wanted a more natural look. Keep sweet hun!!
W
November 5, 2016
How are the lumps in your breast. Are they still remain after you message them?
B
November 5, 2016
Your fat transfer is the best I've seen. They look natural and big. I have also been worried about getting lumps and I'm hoping by this time the lumps that you have improved greatly and I'm thinking because you waited so long to get massages that is what caused the lumps to remain. I don't know just a guess. But I really love your volume.
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H
November 14, 2016
I thought the same thing because my sister got massages days after her surgery. However, I was advised by Dr Bednar NOT to massage until after a month at least.
K
November 6, 2016
What is the new bra size? What was the old size? How did you go about deciding how full and what size you wanted to end up with?
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H
November 14, 2016
32D from 32B . I just wanted them bigger and fuller, I didn't really have a size preference
UPDATED FROM Hawtmami86
1 month post

The 29th made 4 weeks since my surgery. I feel...

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The 29th made 4 weeks since my surgery. I feel almost 100%. As I stated in my previous post there is still this lingering numbness in my lipoed areas. My breast look good and are soft.

Yesterday I had my 1st post surgical massage. I know some people do it sooner but Dr Bednar said one month post to begin.

I went to a place in the city (NYC) and the woman was great. The massage was a little pricey but it was good. My hars spots already feel a little softer. The masseuse kept saying how great my body felt for only being 4 weeks post. And how my scar placement was the best she's seen. Eh, I guess.

Anyway, no long post here. I will post photos of all I can below. Thanks for keeping up with my journey!!

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C
July 30, 2016
Wow, you look great! I noticed the scars under your breasts look a little raised. Have you thought about wearing scar sheets? I'm super scared of having raised scars.
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H
July 31, 2016
Do have a recommendation for a good brand? They are not cheap and I'd hate to waste my money on sheets that do not work
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H
July 31, 2016
And thanks!
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C
July 31, 2016
I've been reading reviews on Amazon and scar away seems to be great. I was going to shoot Sylvia and email on Monday to ask about it. I'm brown too and Sylvia was saying that sometimes our scars don't fully flatten and fade so other treatments might be necessary to help with scars.
5
August 2, 2016
Did u do lymphatic massage or deep tissue or Swedish?
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H
August 5, 2016
Lymphatic drainage massage
J
August 4, 2016
You look beautiful
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H
August 5, 2016
Thank you
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H
August 10, 2016
Thanks a bunch!
J
August 12, 2016
Your welcome:)
5
August 11, 2016
I found some old Bandaid brand scar sheets and have used them just 2 days and has made a diff... Looks like they still make them
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H
August 13, 2016
I saw those! I'll check em out. Thanks!
5
August 13, 2016
Well, i didnt fine them at cvs uesterday amd bout the silicone clear sheets and they peeled off overnight sooo i may have to find online...
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M
August 15, 2016
Hi i must say ur boobs looks very nice an natural looking!! Dr Bednar did a excellent work up on ur breast! It actually look as if u had implants just cause how they standing purkey! But at the same time natural looking . I have been searching on this website for good results in this procedure and now lately seeing good results coming from this dr and fulfilling results!! My question to ask u is what exactly was ur procedures u went to dr Bednar to do for you ? I understand u said fat transfer to breast clear on that. But seeing some lipo mentioned in ur reviews but what is the areas on ur body including ur breast u went to dr Bednar to work on? Sorry, u mentioned ur from New York i am also from ny could u give for the information on traveling, place u stayed, and expenses!! Was there a recovering house out there in Charlotte NC, and again I appreciate you sharing ur journey with us it truely help woman like me who's interesting in getting this procedure done!! Happy healing and best of luck.
Thanks
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October 22, 2016
Hi. I did a fat transfer to my breast. So fat was removed from thinghs and hips for injections in breasts. I stayed at an air bnb. From what I know there is no recovery house. Dr Bednar is great. Good luck with your journey. Follow me for more updates coming soon