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Dream Breast Reduction— Lollipop by Dr Ford the incredible
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Dream Breast Reduction
marimari1March 3, 2021
WORTH IT
I knew I chose my surgeon well, everyday since the surgery has confirmed it more and more and I could not be happier :D
I was a 32 E. found my breasts heavy, had lots of upper back/shoulder pain. Even think it’s been a cause for my constant headaches. But they also looked odd to me. Very large areolas, sagging down because of the weight of them. Just always wanted to help them into a better shape. And Dr Ford has done AMAZINGLY.
He is so attentive and truly listens to his patient’s desires and details. He’s incredible in his field and it shows when he talks about the procedure and his opinion. He truly executed if not even better than what I wanted. I was specifically looking for the “elizabeth hall-findlay” method which does not use an anchor approach but rather a lollipop approach, which luckily I was a candidate for.
Only 5 days post surgery and am so pleased! I cannot stop looking at the pictures I took. It’s like the incisions are already invisible to me so much I like the result.
I recommend him if you’re considering breast reduction! Or any surgery at all!
- Thank you Derek!
Will keep posting photos of the process
I was a 32 E. found my breasts heavy, had lots of upper back/shoulder pain. Even think it’s been a cause for my constant headaches. But they also looked odd to me. Very large areolas, sagging down because of the weight of them. Just always wanted to help them into a better shape. And Dr Ford has done AMAZINGLY.
He is so attentive and truly listens to his patient’s desires and details. He’s incredible in his field and it shows when he talks about the procedure and his opinion. He truly executed if not even better than what I wanted. I was specifically looking for the “elizabeth hall-findlay” method which does not use an anchor approach but rather a lollipop approach, which luckily I was a candidate for.
Only 5 days post surgery and am so pleased! I cannot stop looking at the pictures I took. It’s like the incisions are already invisible to me so much I like the result.
I recommend him if you’re considering breast reduction! Or any surgery at all!
- Thank you Derek!
Will keep posting photos of the process
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UPDATED FROM marimari1
9 days post
UPDATE - 9 days post op
marimari1March 6, 2021
Update!
So far so good!
At 1 week mark, went in to change the surgical tapes and a smaller amount were put. I can really see the big preview of my improved boobies.
I was hesitant to shower so much since I don’t want the tapes to fall off. But turns out they hold on pretty good. And clean body is better for healing ;)
In about 2 weeks i’ll be able to start applying a silicone gel to help the scars heal as best as they can.
I am driving back to Quebec tomorrow (i’m not driving, someone will be driving as I do not want to do excessive arm movements) and hopefully the healing continues to go smoothly!
Will update later on to show progress!
So far so good!
At 1 week mark, went in to change the surgical tapes and a smaller amount were put. I can really see the big preview of my improved boobies.
I was hesitant to shower so much since I don’t want the tapes to fall off. But turns out they hold on pretty good. And clean body is better for healing ;)
In about 2 weeks i’ll be able to start applying a silicone gel to help the scars heal as best as they can.
I am driving back to Quebec tomorrow (i’m not driving, someone will be driving as I do not want to do excessive arm movements) and hopefully the healing continues to go smoothly!
Will update later on to show progress!
Replies (11)
March 6, 2021
You look great! What your before size and what size did you request?
March 6, 2021
Hey! I was a 32E and we aimed for a small reduction by about 1/3rd. Just wanted a little weight relief. But cannot predict cup size because once youre in there it’s all about grams. My breasts were mostly glandular. He took about 150 grams in one breast and 200 grams in the other. I will update the review once I know my new size. For now its healing and deswelling
March 7, 2021
I saw your first photo and immediately knew it was done by Dr. Ford...he was my Dr. Too...an amazing surgeon!
March 9, 2021
I was amazed to find that I could drive the next day after surgery and was not bothered by the seat belt. I still waited for several days before driving back to my home town. I hope you know that if your surgical tapes fall off they sell some really good tape in the drug store. I bought some a lot thicker and more secure than what they taped used on me.
March 9, 2021
Hi! So glad you had a great experience! I have not yet felt comfortable to drive. I want to play it safe for as long as I can! I’m limiting my arm movements. And yes! My tapes actually are holding on super good! And I got myself some more steri-strip at a surgical supplier back home. Just in case! Thank you!
UPDATED FROM marimari1
20 days post
20 days post up
marimari1March 17, 2021
Quick update of how everything it going!
I’m pretty much 3 weeks post up now. The tapes are still holding and ive changed 2 at the bottom of one of the breast that were getting weaker.
Much less swelling already. I was wearing a medium wireless support bra until a few days ago I went down to a small as the medium didn’t offer much support as swelling went down.
I’ve attached a before and after piccollage photo for comparison.
I am able to move my arms much more and do more things now. Without feeling like my boobs/incisions will break. Very comfortable now.
Areolas/Nipples are flaking a lot! I feel like a snake. Their pink color is coming back day by day. There is still yellow on my breast, it’s going down a bit more every day.
Tomorrow I can start applying silicone gel to help the scarring!
I’m pretty much 3 weeks post up now. The tapes are still holding and ive changed 2 at the bottom of one of the breast that were getting weaker.
Much less swelling already. I was wearing a medium wireless support bra until a few days ago I went down to a small as the medium didn’t offer much support as swelling went down.
I’ve attached a before and after piccollage photo for comparison.
I am able to move my arms much more and do more things now. Without feeling like my boobs/incisions will break. Very comfortable now.
Areolas/Nipples are flaking a lot! I feel like a snake. Their pink color is coming back day by day. There is still yellow on my breast, it’s going down a bit more every day.
Tomorrow I can start applying silicone gel to help the scarring!
Replies (8)
March 25, 2021
Wow! Looking fantastic! Your doctor is obviously an amazing surgeon. I’m so happy for you! I can’t wait to get my reduction! Thanks for the encouragement!
March 25, 2021
Thank you! Im super super happy! Good luck with yours. Sending encouragement your way :)
March 26, 2021
Amazing! How bad was the after pain?
March 26, 2021
Hi Rav! The pain was SUPER tolerable! Just felt sore and tight. I did not take any of the morphine prescribed. I only went with regular tylenol. But i’ve had friends who’ve had more pain than I did. Everybody is different
October 14, 2021
Any update on the healing after 7 months ? Everything as good as new, I mean, better than before ?
October 14, 2021
Hi! Recovery going super well! Incision sites are now flat and very soft. Note that i’m inly 22 so it will take a ling time for the redness of the scars to go! But yes they are much lighter already :D I am in love with my result. I will post a photo update tonight!
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Can I ask how long did you have to wait after your consolation to get the surgery?
My consultation was in very early November (virtual consultation). And I made my decision later on and booked for march initially. Then decided I was ready sooner so mover it forward to February 25th. So it was about 3 months after my initial consult. I also had an in person consultation to confirm everything with him 2 days before the actual surgery! I did not go under insurance coverage, so I did not have to wait much longer and was able to plan with mine and the surgeon’s schedule.