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Four Weeks Post-Op (BL/BA)
Swelling continues to drop, and breasts are softening up slightly, although they're still very firm. Scars are completely healed, and I'm going to start using Embrace scar treatment tomorrow or the day after. One boob remains a bit bigger than the other, but that may be swelling; the larger one is also still more tender, with the shadow of a bruise.
I thought I was going to be a 36D, but as the swelling continues to subside, I may end up a full C (which is fine... but I'm definitely glad I didn't go any smaller on the implants). I bought a few pretty bras right after surgery, then returned them; I want to be sure of my new size, AND right now the thought of wearing an underwire sends chills down my spine! (Ouch!)
Overall, I feel great. Zero regrets, although there have been some emotional ups and downs lately. I think it's always important to remind yourself that plastic/cosmetic surgery should be done only to please YOU, and although we focus on it SO much right before and after surgery, it doesn't change much in our lives. I'm still me, with all my weaknesses and strengths, insecurities and strong-suits... exactly the same person, but with perkier boobs!
Three Weeks Post-Op (BL/BA)
Three Weeks Post-Op (BL/BA)
1) Symmetry: so the "nips" aren't exactly the same, and to my eye (which can spot a crooked picture on a wall at 50 paces) that's a little aggravating, but I'm actually ok with it. They weren't perfectly even/symmetrical/level before, and expecting perfection from cosmetic surgery is asking to be disappointed. Overall, I'm really happy with them!
2) The HP implant look: so, there's still quite a bit of top-o'-boob swelling that I don't love, which makes them look pointy, rather than having a more gentle slope to the nipples. But I asked the staff at Dr. Vath's office, and they said wait until 4-6 weeks after surgery for most of the swelling to go down. So I'm being patient;-) Also, the HP look GREAT in t-shirts, and when I've caught sight of myself at the gym this past week, I'm SO pleased! Suddenly my boobs match my butt! Things are proportional! It's awesome.
3) Scars: I'll admit, it's scary to see them. But I think Dr. Vath did a great, neat job, and I've ordered the Embrace scar system (straight from the website) to use on the vertical (nip-to-crease) scars. For the areola I have Prosil silicone stick, and for the crease scar (which is pretty wide on me), I'll probably use the cheaper Scar Away silicone sheets. Just going to wait one more week until everything is dry, and I'm sure the scars are fully-healed.
Provider Review
I went to Dr. Vath for a breast lift/breast augmentation to achieve a "perkier," more youthful breast appearance. My surgery is complete, and I am 100% sure I chose the right doctor for me. He is a precise surgeon with an artist's touch. He took time to speak with me, and answered every one of my questions, including an additional consultation I set up before surgery just to make sure I knew what I was getting into and he knew what I was looking for. His sutures are clean, neat, and with a breast lift (where there is inevitable scarring), I think that's tremendously important. He also views women (and their breasts) as individual, unique cases, and does work that is absolutely tailored to us. No cut-and-paste boob-jobs here. His staff is wonderfully professional, and his offices (particularly the Golden, CO facility) are pleasant, inviting, and confidence-inspiring. I give five-stars across the board with the exception of aftercare/follow-up, and that's only because there wasn't much required. A clean surgery has resulted in clean healing thus far, and my post-op appointment was simply with one of his nurses to make sure everything looked good. Overall, Dr. Vath is excellent at what he does, has great experience, and yet I believe he's also still young and energetic enough to be innovative, listen to patients, and to be motivated to build/earn his reputation.