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1 month post op
As far as my implants go, the left looks great, I love it. The right, not so much. But my right has always been an issue. I never had a defined crease, even when they were 38C when breastfeeding. It seems it's taking longer for the right to drop, which I know is normal, but I'm actually wondering if my right will ever "drop" and look halfway normal. I even asked my surgeon during my consult if my right would look the same as my left and she said, "no, you'll always have one good breast and one not so good one". She was right. I'm not expecting miracles. When I look back at my befores, my right was just so different, I can't expect them to be the same post BA. My breasts, mostly before BA, but even still now, look like they're from 2 different people. The nipple is different (diff color, shape, etc), the breast size was different, crease was at different heights..very frustrating. Thankfully, only myself and my husband has to look at them! And, I will say, they're better post BA than before.
And, not to overshare, but my husband got a little too grabby last weekend and I was very sore for 2 days following. I know my surgeon said no rough sex, and I don't think I would classify our sex as "rough", but there was a lot of "manipulation" (technical term I've seen the surgeons use, lol!). I have been feeling great, no issues or pain, nipple sensitivity is gone, and even during it didn't hurt (or I would have told him to stop). But the following day I was freaked out I compromised the pocket or something. So, ladies, follow you surgeons instructions and be careful. I told my hubby hands off for 2 more weeks until I go back for my 6 week appt and ask for more clarification on when the caution tape can come off!
My surgeon pulled my stern strips at my 1 week appt and told me not to use any other scar type treatment. My scars look great so far, hardly noticeable. Still wearing a sports bra to bed and my nursing bras during the day. She said don't buy any new bras just yet. Wait until 6 weeks.
2 1/2 week update
Starting to sleep on my side, with a pillow wedged in between me and the bed (to keep my from rolling onto my stomach). It's been so nice to get off my back. Morning boob is gone (for anyone that does not know, that is the hardness you experience when you wake up, it's weird). However, I have SUPER sensitive nipples, painful really. I recall most women commenting on this, and man, they are right, it hurts. It's also strange when you use your pec muscles, even in the slightest way, like undocking my laptop at work or brushing my kids teeth. My surgeon said that is normal and will go away in a few months, along with the nipple sensitivity.
Here's a few update photos. Sorry they're not great. I haven't been able to figure out how to take good photos yet, and not comfortable asking my husband to do it. lol
Changing my review to "Worth It". Even though they have a lot of changing to do, I can see how they're going to end up, and I'm already loving how the new size balances me out.
ps - had sex with the hubby for the first time since (my surgeon said no sex for 3 weeks, but that was too hard!). I was curious how he'd be, b/c he never really was into my breasts before (not that I can blame him, b/c they completely flattened out when I was laying down, so not really much to be "into"). As other RS's have commented before me, he was very into them, which was great. I thought he'd be afraid to touch them (he's told me before he's afraid of them, afraid he'll hurt me/them), but nope, he was enjoying them. It was a nice feeling, being able to provide him pleasure in that way, something I've never been able to do.
Day 5 - NO boob greed here
I've been experiencing lots of emotions the last few days, ranging from regret, to worry, to excitement. From what I've researched, this seems normal, and I'm sure the drugs weren't helping. Now, at day 5, with a clear head, I can say that I don't have regret for going through with the procedure. If I hadn't, I would have obsessed over my assymetrical breasts for the rest of my life. I really did hate them, and I was extremely self conscious about them. If nothing else, if I end up disliking my implants, at least I know I tried fixing them. It was a lesson I will have had to learn the hard way, regardless. But for now, I'm trying to stay optimistic, which is hard for me. I'm a very remorseful person by nature, so "permanent" things like this are hard for me to adjust to. It's also been hard bc it seems most ladies on this site love their breasts from day 1, and I didn't, so it's been adding to my feelings of regret. Again, no regrets having the procedure. If I decide at any point I don't like them, I'll simply remove them. My only real concern right now is the size. Holy cow, they look/feel huge to me!! I'm wishing I had gone smaller. But I know it's way to early to pass judgement, so trying to be patient. Biggest concern now is what I'll wear to work when I return on Tuesday that doesn't highlight my sports bra uniboob.
Bruising in armpit area is from the lipo. I'm LOVING the results from it!!!!
Provider Review
Dr Taylor is AMAZING!!!!!! She was recommended to me by a friend who had a BA with her too. Her husband works in the surgery industry (selling medical implant devices) and said Dr Taylor was the only doctor he'd allow his wife to go to (yes, she's that awesome). I went on a second consult with another doctor, just because I read so many comments that say you should, but so glad I chose Dr Taylor. She is very experienced, over 20 years in surgery. She is known for going "natural", but I'm sure she can max out the girls that want that look. She does not use sizers, which at first put me off, but her nurse told me that when you chose Dr Taylor, you're also choosing her experience and skill in picking implant size. I never showed her a photo of my wish look, only told her my desire to be about a large C, and not too big that it's obvious. She gave me EXACTLY what I wanted!! I doubted her at first, and wanted to go bigger (people of my height/weight seem to always be at least 400cc), but SOOO glad I trusted her - I am in love with my result! Her staff is so amazing too - so sweet and kind. I made several follow up calls, and even had a few additional appointments, just to ease my mind. They were always friendly in scheduling and so understanding. I was so nervous going into surgery, but Dr Taylor put me right at ease, and all of the staff at the surgery center said Dr Taylor was the best (I had no less than 4 female nurses tell me if they were to have BA they would choose her). Absolutely no regrets. She is a talented surgeon with decades of experience - you will not regret choosing her! Her office is beautiful too!