POSTED UNDER Breast Reduction REVIEWS
58yrs, 40J, 5'7", 220 Lbs - Dr. Gordon - Denver, CO
ORIGINAL POST
Thank you to all who post here! Every newsletter...
seesaw1955June 1, 2014
Thank you to all who post here!
Every newsletter that comes to my email I go through completely. Reading all the posts has already helped me so much about what to expect, what products to use, everything.
Will post pics as soon as I start taking some.
Was always basically normal size, but on the fuller side i.e. 34B at 20yrs. Gradually grew with age. At 40 was a 38D or DD. Gained a lot of weight, like 40 lbs over a year and size finally went to a 44J. But, I was wearing 44-46DDD-H, depending on what size I could get and from where, i.e. Walmart DDD or online order G-I. Til got J. Would love to be able to buy bras at Walmart!
No date for surgery, yet. Have seen my PS about what to expect, measurements and his photos. They will call me for surgery date in about 4-6 months. I am a disabled veteran (invisible disabilities), so VA will cover $ and procedure. Thank GOD! No more back aches, neck and shoulder pain, headaches, rolling over on my boobs in the middle of the night and pinching my nipples(LOL. that's just for the ladies who know), no more having my boobs be in the way of my arms while I drive!, no more wearing blouses/tops that fit my boobs but the shoulder seams are 2-3 inches below each shoulder, no more people making snide remarks close enough to be sure I overhear but acting like they are not, no more looking deformed in a turtleneck (only wore once out in public once and later saw a picture of myself! HORRIBLE. So, only wore under other things afterward). No more yeast rashes under the breasts! No more deciding whether to overflow the top of my bras or the sides of my bras. Back to those comments...no more "overhearing" i.e. you know the commenters really want you to hear, "wonder what THOSE cost," "who would DO that to themselves," "are those real," "WOW." And the gigglers, and the hysterical laughers.
I will really look forward to being on here. You are all such wonderful, nice ladies who appreciate your bust, and even more so when they are smaller! YEAH!
Every newsletter that comes to my email I go through completely. Reading all the posts has already helped me so much about what to expect, what products to use, everything.
Will post pics as soon as I start taking some.
Was always basically normal size, but on the fuller side i.e. 34B at 20yrs. Gradually grew with age. At 40 was a 38D or DD. Gained a lot of weight, like 40 lbs over a year and size finally went to a 44J. But, I was wearing 44-46DDD-H, depending on what size I could get and from where, i.e. Walmart DDD or online order G-I. Til got J. Would love to be able to buy bras at Walmart!
No date for surgery, yet. Have seen my PS about what to expect, measurements and his photos. They will call me for surgery date in about 4-6 months. I am a disabled veteran (invisible disabilities), so VA will cover $ and procedure. Thank GOD! No more back aches, neck and shoulder pain, headaches, rolling over on my boobs in the middle of the night and pinching my nipples(LOL. that's just for the ladies who know), no more having my boobs be in the way of my arms while I drive!, no more wearing blouses/tops that fit my boobs but the shoulder seams are 2-3 inches below each shoulder, no more people making snide remarks close enough to be sure I overhear but acting like they are not, no more looking deformed in a turtleneck (only wore once out in public once and later saw a picture of myself! HORRIBLE. So, only wore under other things afterward). No more yeast rashes under the breasts! No more deciding whether to overflow the top of my bras or the sides of my bras. Back to those comments...no more "overhearing" i.e. you know the commenters really want you to hear, "wonder what THOSE cost," "who would DO that to themselves," "are those real," "WOW." And the gigglers, and the hysterical laughers.
I will really look forward to being on here. You are all such wonderful, nice ladies who appreciate your bust, and even more so when they are smaller! YEAH!
seesaw1955's provider
UPDATED FROM seesaw1955
Pictures 6.12.2014
seesaw1955June 13, 2014
I'm not very good at taking "selfies" in the mirror. But, I tried and this is what came out. So excited to get the BR. Oh, I don't have deep shoulder indents, because I have always worn bras with support in the bands, and I don't tighten straps up real super tight. And, it shows, i.e. gravity wins! It is so good reading all of your posts. I have learned so many things. Have great ideas for post surgery bras, healing, meds. Just about everything is on here. Thanks, as always.
Replies (2)
February 24, 2015
Hi have you had surgery yet and how did it go? Hope all went well! I just joined I am 49years old and 38DDD I might be larger but I am not pushing the issue:/ I aways hated my breast .my back neck arms hurt and they are very heavy my shoulders have such deep indents it looks like I left weights I hate when someone would touch my shoulder and say wow do you lift weights because the upper back of my shoulders are much higher then where my bra straps are I can't wear any spaghetti strap shirts and when pigs would stare at them n make comments! soooo over them I appreciate all the ladies on here that post their comments it is really giving me courage to make a change I am calling doctors already and I will keep u posted thanks all !
UPDATED FROM seesaw1955
BRA. Glamorise 42J
seesaw1955June 13, 2014
Forgot to add the bra pics. Have bought these bras from Woman Within for years now. They fit the best and are actually comfortable. I'm thinking about buying some new ones in my new size when I get it. It's a front hook and has shoulder support bands in the back. But, no rubbing or pulling on the arms. Tried to get a pic of the cup size. Just didn't work well. Can not wait to buy beautiful new bras!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)
Replies (34)
June 13, 2014
you really need this surgery, it will transform your life. hope you get a date to work towards soon
June 13, 2014
LOL! You are so right. I REALLY need this surgery. The only reason I don't have an actual date is because of being in line so-to-speak. Since my surgery will be done at a VA facility....they are extremely busy (I know there is a lot of negative coverage right now, but they have been great with/for me), so the date for surgery is generalized about six months out. I last saw my PS in, I think, March. So, surgery in approx Sept. or Oct. BUT, if a more urgent surgery comes up, that person HAS to be taken care of. Even if it means bumping my surgery to a later date. And that is fine with me. I am just grateful to be able to get it done.
June 14, 2014
Oh, I have read your review and all updates and comments. You tips and experience are wonderful. You are the most positive and encouraging member I've read. And there are a lot. Plus, you look fantastic. That was the first thing I thought when I saw your before and after on the boat. If I come out half that good I'll be thrilled!
June 14, 2014
Thank you so much, I am sure you will do great. being well informed and prepared with realistic expectations makes a big contribution to recovery.
June 14, 2014
Oh. Sorry. I read so many reviews right now that I can't keep up with what I've read.
June 13, 2014
Congrats good luck on your journey!!! Im almost 2 months post opt!!! I have been finding out my shirts are way to big gapping and I need to go thru them and give more to my grandaughter who is a DD shes 15 She loves hers But mine was done out of medical necessity so glad he cut them way down I must went down 5 sizes :P
June 14, 2014
Thank you. I read about the sizes you've gone down and I started counting mine. lol Tonight I got gutsy and bought an XL top. I usually wear at least a 2X, sometimes 3X. Tried it on when I got home and it fit! Of course, it was tight across the top. But, I kept thinking it will be great when the girlies are reduced! Keep posting. I love reading your updates.
June 13, 2014
I had Dr. Gordon at the Denver VA too! Let him know exactly what you want. Bringing photos is best. Good luck :)
June 14, 2014
Oh, thank you so much!! Ignore previous question re if you're in Denver. I'll go to your review. And will with you later.
July 26, 2015
I am a veteran, but the state insurance is paying for my reduction by some miracle! May I ask if you had a good experience with Dr. Gordon. My surgery is scheduled for 9/25/2015. I need a significant reduction in my right breast (FF cup) and an old implant removal on the left with a lift. Basically I was super small on my left breast and had an implant in 98 to Match up the sides. Well, my right breast has gotten even bigger (the natural one) and now
I'm just ready to be SMALL!
I'm just ready to be SMALL!
July 26, 2015
So I'm having left implant removed... Whatever's naturally left I'm cool with, lift performed, then a huge reduction on right side
With a
Lift
To match them up. I do not want an implant! I had
To tell him that SEVERAL TIMES!
With a
Lift
To match them up. I do not want an implant! I had
To tell him that SEVERAL TIMES!
June 13, 2014
Wow, at least the line is shorter! I waited a year and a half!
June 14, 2014
lol. Well, I kept changing my mind... Now ready to roll. This site has done wonders for encouraging me. And giving me a lot of support and comfort. I'm pretty clinical. So, I've watched as many of the surgery videos as I could find, read everything... it makes me actually feel better to know pretty much exactly what is going to go on. I'll go to your review.
June 13, 2014
Yowch about the date.Suddenly I'm grateful I got a date my first appointment. I'm VA too, and it sounds like we're likely to have our surgeries at near to the same time. Good luck, and I hope everything goes well. I like the bra; not the most pretty but seems to work well. Thank you for sharing!
June 14, 2014
That's great. What branch? (you know we all always ask that). I was AF. Yeah, I hated the bra when I first had to buy it. I was always an underwire girl. But, they just got way too big. I'll go to your review so I can keep up and know when you have your BR. Are you in the Denver region?
June 14, 2014
Air Force as well here. I never got into underwires, they always poked me in bad places. I'm in Minnesota. That's why I like this place, lets me contact people from all over.
Replies (10)