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Much needed lift w/ implants! 5'1" / 125 lbs / 36yrs - Denver, CO
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I am a mom of two cute boys, both of whom I nursed...
WORTH IT$10,050
I am a mom of two cute boys, both of whom I nursed. I have recently dropped 50+ lbs (80 if you count pregnancy) and my poor boobs were absolutely destroyed in the process! They have always been a little lopsided, but nothing compared to during/after nursing my youngest baby (who is now 2.5 years). I could barely look at myself in the mirror and my poor husband NEVER got to see them anymore, because I was so embarrassed... so I knew something needed to be done, stat!
I am 5'1" and 125 lbs. I workout several times a week and live a very active and healthy lifestyle, though I still have quite a ways to go to get to my end goal. At my heaviest weight, I was popping out of a 40DD and right before my surgery, I was so deflated, I could barely fit into an A cup. I went with MP smooth, round silicone 435(L)/385(R), thinking it might actually be a bit on the larger side, but at 10 weeks post-op, I've come to the decision that I went way too conservative and plan to get a revision in the months ahead. Overall, I am very happy with my new boobs, however, for as much money as I saved (and saved... and saved...), I want to have exactly what I've always envisioned, and I'm just not quite there yet.
I am 5'1" and 125 lbs. I workout several times a week and live a very active and healthy lifestyle, though I still have quite a ways to go to get to my end goal. At my heaviest weight, I was popping out of a 40DD and right before my surgery, I was so deflated, I could barely fit into an A cup. I went with MP smooth, round silicone 435(L)/385(R), thinking it might actually be a bit on the larger side, but at 10 weeks post-op, I've come to the decision that I went way too conservative and plan to get a revision in the months ahead. Overall, I am very happy with my new boobs, however, for as much money as I saved (and saved... and saved...), I want to have exactly what I've always envisioned, and I'm just not quite there yet.
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UPDATED FROM Pepper31
3 months post
Go big or go home..... I think???
So... I never realized I wanted pornstar boobs until I got completely normal-looking ones! I've always loved and wanted big boobs, but I thought that being only 5'1", anything larger than what I went with, would make me look super stumpy and fat. After reading several reviews on this site, along with seeing the pictures, I'm realizing that maybe I can pull off another 200cc's or more, bringing me up to around 600-650cc. I'd really love to hear from anyone around my same build, or just anyone who may have advice to share, as this is a huge decision and I don't have much time left to figure it out before my next appointment. I guess my biggest concern is if going much bigger might affect my workouts and running, because I'd really hate for that to hold me back. I need to finish getting the rest of this weight off, but if I wait until I'm completely happy with the rest of my body, it could be years before I get my new boobs, and I'm ready to do it now! Boob greed, perhaps? But it's fine by me! :)
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December 3, 2015
I think your boobs look fantastic now. One thing you may want to consider how it may be hard to find your bra size if you add to them. But you were busty before the weight loss I completely understand you wanting your breasts back. I too have lost a bunch of weight and nursed two boys but even at my heaviest I was only a c cup. Good luck with everything I can't wait to see what size you end up with.
December 3, 2015
Yay! My first comment to my blog that I was so nervous to post. Thanks for making my morning! :)
Yeah, I already am having a hard time finding a bra that fits at any normal store and I'm not super excited to have to ONLY have to go to a specialty store to buy their expensive bras, but they just really seem small to me now, it's hard to believe VS actually sized me at a 34DDD. I need to make a trip to Nordstrom and find out what size I really am, just to set my mind at ease. I think the reason I feel they are still so small has a lot to do with the fact that I still have such a flabby stomach leftover that I'm desperately trying to lose. I wish I could just wave a magic wand and see what they'll look like with a flat stomach, to compare. I'm sure I'd be a lot more satisfied with their overall appearance.
I just went back and read more of your blog and I can't get over how much weight you lost. That's amazing!! And you look so fabulous now, I would have never known you didn't look like this your entire life. Props to you! :)
Yeah, I already am having a hard time finding a bra that fits at any normal store and I'm not super excited to have to ONLY have to go to a specialty store to buy their expensive bras, but they just really seem small to me now, it's hard to believe VS actually sized me at a 34DDD. I need to make a trip to Nordstrom and find out what size I really am, just to set my mind at ease. I think the reason I feel they are still so small has a lot to do with the fact that I still have such a flabby stomach leftover that I'm desperately trying to lose. I wish I could just wave a magic wand and see what they'll look like with a flat stomach, to compare. I'm sure I'd be a lot more satisfied with their overall appearance.
I just went back and read more of your blog and I can't get over how much weight you lost. That's amazing!! And you look so fabulous now, I would have never known you didn't look like this your entire life. Props to you! :)
December 3, 2015
Hi Pepper. I think your breasts are beautiful, but what matters is what you think. The thing I would really caution you about is trying to rush to make a decision. I know you're trying to decide before your next appt, but it seems like most PS's don't want to do a revision for at least 6 mos. Maybe just voice your concerns at the visit and agree to touch base at 6 mos??? That would also give you time to try to achieve your goal of losing more weight which, I agree, could totally affect how you feel about your breasts, both good and bad. Good because maybe you'd love the girls with a smaller tummy or bad because maybe losing weight would make your breasts smaller but, either way, you'd be able to make a better, more informed decision about a revision. Again, just my take on things. Ultimately, you have to do what makes you happy.
December 3, 2015
Really, 6 months? Man... I thought 3 months was the magic number. I know he said to wait before we make any decisions until our next appointment, but I guess he didn't say he would do anything about it so soon. As long as he's willing to give me some time without making me pay full price all over again (which I can't do), I'm down for waiting and just doing my best to lose this remaining weight between now and then, to make a better decision. I read so many reviews last night of girls my height/weight wanting to go in the 600cc range and nearly every single PS recommended against it for a number of reasons. Crap!
December 3, 2015
Of course every PS is different, but definitely clarify if waiting a little longer would change the pricing. I wouldn't see why it would, but double check, of course. Another thing to think about with going larger would be, I would think, an increased chance of sagging or sagging more quickly. Ugh, but I'm not trying to dissuade you. I just want you to make the best decision for you. It sounds like you'll get more clarity at your next visit on the whole issue.
December 3, 2015
No, I really appreciate any input you (or anyone) has to share. I feel like I've been doing nothing but looking at and reading about boobs for the past several months, yet I still feel so clueless at the same time. That is the number one reason so many PS's were saying they highly discourage anyone as short as me from going into the high 500's and up and many said they refused to do it. I didn't mentioned any specifics with my PS at my 6 weeks, only that I was really bummed I didn't go larger. He kind of chuckled and acted a bit surprised, but said we'd discuss more at my next appt and how fees would be minimal. I actually feel quite a bit better, thinking I probably don't HAVE to make any decisions so quickly. I'm pretty sure he'll be more than willing to let me wait it out some more, without an increase in fees, but I'll definitely be sure to ask. Thanks!! :)
December 3, 2015
*the possible sagging... I should have clarified. I hate how you can't edit after you post. Ugh.
December 9, 2015
A 550
Will look great on you i am in florida and about your size they used here 500 to 550
Will look great on you i am in florida and about your size they used here 500 to 550
December 9, 2015
No pics yet i am going to do them on febreary i am going to used 600 silicon
December 9, 2015
For revisions, I would highly recommend Dr. Pousti in San Diego. He is an artist. I flew down to have my procedure. I have 565cc and they are perfect size and I am 5'2" and 127 pounds. I was a very hard case as I have pectus excavatum and very wide set breasts and I feel so normal now. I can't believe it.
December 9, 2015
by the way you look fabulous now...
December 10, 2015
Thank you! I didn't realize who Dr. Pousti was until I saw his profile at the bottom of your page and I've seen his picture EVERYWHERE on this site, so he must be amazing! I really do like my PS and think he will be willing to work with me. I have my 3 month follow-up on Friday, so fingers crossed it goes well.
UPDATED FROM Pepper31
3 months post
MP vs HP, Square boobs and disappearing cleavage..... OH MY!
I can't stop reading stories on here, in a panic trying to decide what to do before my 3 month follow-up appt on Friday. I know nothing technically needs to be decided by Friday, but I'd at least like to have some sort of an idea what to tell my PS I'm considering. I swore I did so much research before my surgery, but I didn't even know the difference between Mod Profile and HPs or which one I had, until I found my paperwork a few weeks back. Pathetic, I know! I told my doc I didn't want to look like I had basketballs sewn inside my chest and that I wanted a nice, gradual slope, which, I'm sure, is why he opted to give me MPs. Now, looking over all the pics I'm drooling over, just wishing that's what I had, it appears it's not only size that's the issue, it's the fact that I probably should have went with HPs, in order to get the cleavage I so desire. Damn. I can't just pick a CC out of thin air either, even though I continue to have the number 600 stuck in my head, without actually trying on new sizers. Hopefully he'll let me play around with those at my appointment. I found some wish boob pics and I am IN LOVE! I will definitely be showing him these pics and seeing what he thinks, for my frame.
On an unrelated note, WHY are my boobs still so square? When I take the pics myself, I don't notice, but the one time I asked my husband to take pics for me, I noticed the boxiness that I thought had went away weeks ago... but nope! Will that eventually go away... for good? I guess it doesn't really matter if I'm planning on having a tune-up anyway. I'm babbling and making no sense, but Omg... the stress! I am the most indecisive person in the world, so I'm struggling here, big time.
On an unrelated note, WHY are my boobs still so square? When I take the pics myself, I don't notice, but the one time I asked my husband to take pics for me, I noticed the boxiness that I thought had went away weeks ago... but nope! Will that eventually go away... for good? I guess it doesn't really matter if I'm planning on having a tune-up anyway. I'm babbling and making no sense, but Omg... the stress! I am the most indecisive person in the world, so I'm struggling here, big time.
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December 10, 2015
I had mine done by his partner, Dr. Vath.
I will say two things:
A. Their practice is filled with surgeons who are, one and all, supremely (un-met in the world, except by very few) talented, and expert at their techniques.
B. They are also, one and all, also extremely conservative, which is partially why they have so few lawsuits or revisions. .but also..not as modern as the current size averages would reflect.
So, they tend to go smaller ( and suggest smaller) than most of the women on this site end up with.
I think if they, as a practice, started to revise their thinking to the universal current averages (instead of what their individual sizing and personal preferences are)...they would (universally) have even FEWER revisions...AND even more play.;-)
Case in point...I had Dr. Vath (who is a GENIUS), do my revision, after ten year old implants went bad..
AND (I can TELL), he does not like the size I ended up with.
(IE: They have NEVER once have taken "after" pictures, or put my case onto their site, and he tried to talk me out of my size)..
Yet, he did an incredible job revising my deformed, misshapen breasts into an almost perfect shape... AFTER this:
After initially going in, having agreed upon two different sizes (for two different sized boobs) to a size we mutually agreed upon (IF IT MET MY FULLNESS "WISH PICS")...I came out of surgery with the same ccs in both breasts, even though they were assymetrical to begin with.] And they weren't even close to the fullness I had while nursing or my wish pics or original BA pics.
Finally, after a year...I have two (different sized, per our multiple, original revision discussions about evening that out) breasts, with the fullness I originally had and wanted...and they look symmetrical and amazing!...
...but it took cajoling:)
MY point is, that these guys are brilliant and skilled, but need to revise their thinking:-)
I will say two things:
A. Their practice is filled with surgeons who are, one and all, supremely (un-met in the world, except by very few) talented, and expert at their techniques.
B. They are also, one and all, also extremely conservative, which is partially why they have so few lawsuits or revisions. .but also..not as modern as the current size averages would reflect.
So, they tend to go smaller ( and suggest smaller) than most of the women on this site end up with.
I think if they, as a practice, started to revise their thinking to the universal current averages (instead of what their individual sizing and personal preferences are)...they would (universally) have even FEWER revisions...AND even more play.;-)
Case in point...I had Dr. Vath (who is a GENIUS), do my revision, after ten year old implants went bad..
AND (I can TELL), he does not like the size I ended up with.
(IE: They have NEVER once have taken "after" pictures, or put my case onto their site, and he tried to talk me out of my size)..
Yet, he did an incredible job revising my deformed, misshapen breasts into an almost perfect shape... AFTER this:
After initially going in, having agreed upon two different sizes (for two different sized boobs) to a size we mutually agreed upon (IF IT MET MY FULLNESS "WISH PICS")...I came out of surgery with the same ccs in both breasts, even though they were assymetrical to begin with.] And they weren't even close to the fullness I had while nursing or my wish pics or original BA pics.
Finally, after a year...I have two (different sized, per our multiple, original revision discussions about evening that out) breasts, with the fullness I originally had and wanted...and they look symmetrical and amazing!...
...but it took cajoling:)
MY point is, that these guys are brilliant and skilled, but need to revise their thinking:-)
December 11, 2015
I feel like I'm writing a celebrity, since I've seen you on here so much and you were the very first person I started following when I found this site, since you were working with Dr. Vath. Sorry if that makes me sound like a total weirdo. haha. I really appreciate you putting in your two cents. It actually helps me more than you know, but also makes me extremely nervous for my 3 month follow-up tomorrow morning. I had a feeling that he was going to try and talk me out of going bigger, and now I really think that's going to be the case, but I just need to remember that this is 100% what I want and I have no doubts in the least, so I need to keep that in mind and not let him talk me out of it.
I am seriously in shock that they never took any after pics of you and used them on their website, because your pics would absolutely sell me on wanting to use your PS, because you look absolutely amazing!! So did you have two revisions done by Dr. Vath? Did you have to pay for the second, since they didn't turn out how you had hoped? I know with Dr. Steinwald, he said revision costs will be minimal (partial OR and anesthesia fee only), but I think that might only be to fix something that could have possibly been his fault (like my asymmetric breasts and nipples) but I don't know how it works if I want to switch everything all together, like I do.... MPs for HPs and about a 200cc increase in implant. I guess that will be a big deciding factor, since I drained every resource I had to have my initial surgery. My husband said just to go for it, regardless of cost, but I'm a little more cost-conscious. Damn... I am REALLY not ready for this appointment tomorrow. Can you just go in my place and be my voice? ;)
I am seriously in shock that they never took any after pics of you and used them on their website, because your pics would absolutely sell me on wanting to use your PS, because you look absolutely amazing!! So did you have two revisions done by Dr. Vath? Did you have to pay for the second, since they didn't turn out how you had hoped? I know with Dr. Steinwald, he said revision costs will be minimal (partial OR and anesthesia fee only), but I think that might only be to fix something that could have possibly been his fault (like my asymmetric breasts and nipples) but I don't know how it works if I want to switch everything all together, like I do.... MPs for HPs and about a 200cc increase in implant. I guess that will be a big deciding factor, since I drained every resource I had to have my initial surgery. My husband said just to go for it, regardless of cost, but I'm a little more cost-conscious. Damn... I am REALLY not ready for this appointment tomorrow. Can you just go in my place and be my voice? ;)
December 11, 2015
I think based on your pics you should go with HP! My dr originally told me he wouldn't put HP on me and then thought I was nuts for asking to order UHP in a larger size! As long as the dimensions align with your breast size and implant size you have no issues! And what do you know I now have UHP!!! Lol I can't believe it, but my dr even commented on how well I carry them! I think he even surprised his own self, the advice below from NewDrVathFan is spot on! As hard as it may be try not to focus on the cc amount, I had people telling me that 700cc was too big and telling me to stay smaller etc, I love my new boobs and on me they look great (in my opinion hahahah) but on someone else they may look crazy and ridiculous lol! It's so stressful panicking over size, and so exhausting! High profile will give you a nice beautiful look without making you look too wide
December 11, 2015
Also, my old dr said anything over 500 was ridiculous, they just need to read think their thinking and realize every woman will carry implants differently. Once you have implants in its much easier to determine what implants will work for the revision because they can already see what worked and didn't work! I believe that is why I had such an amazing outcome this time around! I was persistent in what I wanted and I got exactly what I asked for!
January 3, 2016
I went with 600 HP if you want to see my size
January 3, 2016
I had Revision Nov 2 2015with Dr. Krau. He did amazing job. Take a look at it! 600cc high profile. I had Bella Derm and gala flex, also fat injections, full lift. They really look perfect finally! I'm 5'10 and 125 lbs. I just did whatever Dr. Krau said and there perfect!!!
January 4, 2016
Wowza! I don't know why I didn't think to go to your profile, but since you said you were originally asking about PS in Denver for a friend, I didn't think you'd had any work done yourself. What a HUGE freaking improvement! And those look so much bigger than 600 HPs. Your PS really is a genius and you look fantastic! :)
January 4, 2016
Thanks! Yes, they just look big in pic lol! In person they are perfect! Thanks so much! It's so nice sharing on this site!!!
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