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Am I Making the Right Choice? - Coral Springs, FL

12 days post

Had my Post-op appt a couple days ago and had my...

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Had my Post-op appt a couple days ago and had my stitches taken out. YAY! Dr. says that everything looks great and that I'm free to go about my normal activities (let pain be my guide). I asked about the popping concern that I had, and he said that it's normal. Apparently air gets caught in there during the surgery, and I guess it's moving around. Not sure if that's what my issue is.... feels like my right implant is moving around. LOL! If anyone had experienced this feeling, please let me know.

My incision looks pretty darn good. Not as big as I expected. Looks like it's healing very nicely. They gave me some scar cream to use and some tape to cover the incision for a few weeks. (Well, I should say that I bought the scar cream. WTH! After a hefty PS bill, you couldn't give me a $63.00 bottle of scar cream?!!) LOL!

I'm feeling much better and almost feeling normal again. Except for the weird feeling in my right boob when I bend down or turn a certain way (I hate that feeling). My right side is still bruised a little also. I still can't sleep on my side, which I love doing. Not sure how long before I will be able to. Probably a while.

Can't wait to go bra shopping this weekend. Although the sports bra is comfy, I can't wear it under all my cute shirts. hahah!!!
I posted a couple more pics. ;)

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David J. Levens, MD

David J. Levens, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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July 2, 2012
Wow I can't believe you can do anything you want to . Mine told me when I was 6 wks I could do anything I wanted to . That's where my dr is different than yours . Hope all goes well for you .
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July 2, 2012
Thanks.. and ya, isn't that crazy??!! He did say that he wouldn't recommend me doing chest exercises for a while, but I still think that I should have some limitations. I'm only 12 days post-op. I know for a fact that there are several things that I'm still unable to do and I definitely don't want to injure myself. So, I am going to play it safe for the next few weeks and take baby steps. ;)
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July 2, 2012
That is good !!! I just started sweeping and vacuuming . Mine wouldn't let me . When a muscle has been cut like that it needs time to heal .
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July 12, 2012
You look great girl!!
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July 14, 2012
Thanks, hun. :)
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July 14, 2012
Very nice and perfect size. Your doctor did a wonderful job.
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January 2, 2014
Hi, thanks for posting your review! Your doctor did a great job and I was thinking of having a consult with him. Are you still happy with him? How have your breasts settled since day 12? Just wanted to make sure you were still happy :) Thanks
8 days post

Tomorrow I go for my 2nd pre-op appointment. I'm...

Tomorrow I go for my 2nd pre-op appointment. I'm hoping that the PS takes the stitches out. Over the last couple days I've felt this weird popping sensation in my right breast when I bend or move suddenly. Not sure what the heck this is.. if it's normal or maybe I over did myself and pulled a muscle. Kind of worried, I'm only 8 days in and don't want to damage my implant already. Yikes!! Has anyone felt this popping before??????? Hopefully the Dr has an answer for me tomorrow. :(

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June 29, 2012
I know how you feel about the swelling and the stiffness! I just had my surgery on the 25th of June and am currently 4 days post op. I just took my pain pumps and my bandages off and saw them for the first time... they are much bigger than I thought they would be! The stiffness and tightness of the skin is uncomfortable however. It's not quite painful.. just uncomfortable. Is it getting easier for you as each day goes on?
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June 29, 2012
Congrats on your surgery! Yes, it definitely gets easier. I am 9 days post op, and I feel so much better than I did three days ago. Try to rest when u can and don't over due it, though. It will get easier with each day!! ;)
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June 29, 2012
You look great and congrats! My surgery is set for July 18th, getting closer :) nervous but more excited.
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June 29, 2012
Thank you!! I'm so happy that after all these years, I finally decided to have the surgery. I'm sure you will be too. Being nervous is natural, of course... I was a basketcase, seriously. lol!
You will love the new you!! Make sure you post pics. :)
5 days post

It's been 5 days since my surgery, and I'm still...

It's been 5 days since my surgery, and I'm still so uncomfortable. I'm assuming that is normal, but I'm so impatient. When I wake up in the morning, my breasts feel very tight and swollen, almost twice their size. Does anyone know if this is normal? It's pretty painful in the morning, but seems to get a little better throughout the day. I'm trying to massage them as much as possible because I am so afraid to get capsular contracture (I think that's what it's called). However, it hurts so bad to massage them sometimes. My right breast is bruised on the side and is more painful to touch. Also, does anyone have a good bra suggestion to help push them down?

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June 25, 2012
I hear ya!! Honestly, it took at least 3 months before I started feeling better. The pain was never unbearable, but I couldn't wait to feel normal again! Buy a few sexy bras at Victorias Secret that will help you feel better...Lol