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21 Years Old 135lbs 5'9 (400cc Right, 350cc Left) Silicone Mod+ in Dubai, UAE

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I have always hated my boobs ever since my early...

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laurenelizabethhx
WORTH IT$16,500
I have always hated my boobs ever since my early teen years, one has always been noticeably bigger than the other so no bras have ever fit me properly. My hips are quite wide too and I'm tall so my boobs being 34B don't match my figure. I got into a well paying job last year and moved to Dubai from the UK a year and a half ago so I though now is the time to do it. My surgeon is called Dr Allen Rezai I researched him a lot before I went for the initial consultation and he is very experienced working in London and Dubai so I am confident I made the right choice. I'm hoping for a 34DD after surgery so I pray I made the right choice with regards to implant choice (mentor silicone moderate plus 400cc in right 350cc in the left) I am also having tuberous correction surgery. My surgery is on the 17th sept I so excited to fill out a bikini and look proportionate in clothes. I am always on the beach because it's sunny and hot all year round here in Dubai so it will be great feeling confident in a bikini. I'm nervous about the scarring and the pain after of course but have been researching so much about after care. I made a huge asos order with easy to put on clothes for work as I only have a week off I know I will still be sore for a few weeks so it will be nice to feel comfortable. Does anyone have any after care recommendations to reduce scarring? I've been prescribed arnica to start taking one week before and one week after my op. Will keep you updated after my surgery with pics how I am getting on. Would love any advice from anyone about anything! I always over prepare. I also quit smoking for the op which is a great feeling I feel fantastic :-)

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September 5, 2015
Hi I was a patient of Dr Rezai nearly two years ago, whatever advice he gives you take, as he is expert in the field. It is painful and the arnica tablets do stop,bruising, be careful after the operation, mostly washing your hair and lifting your arms above your head. He is a lovely person and knows his procedures excellent, I got an amazing result, I had an uplift and implant, I took my time and followed his instructions he will tell you wen to do the massage and how to do it, don't worry about anything, just make sure you have the best diet, drink plenty of water, wear your support tops until he tells you, and you will love what he does for you .. Xxxxx
September 5, 2015
My scarring was minimal almost from surgery he tells you not to show the scars to the sun during the first 12 months, and this is important, he showed me how to massage when the time was right, and he will tell you what to expect, I do everything I want, I do boxing, lift weights, nothing too heavy, he gives you antibiotics after the op so make sure you take them, they look after you after the op, the main thing for you will be the smoking, so of you can cut it down it will be better result for you.... he can tell,by looking at you what is best, and he won't do anything too obtrusive, he goes for a completely natural look, the first couple of weeks,they are hard and high, they do drop a bit and lose a bit of volume so the shape does change each week, you will be left with natural looking breasts, and your scarring will,be minimal. As I said, he is an expert, I too,had my operation in Dubai, you will be fine, enjoy your new look xx
September 5, 2015
Oh one last thing, try and get zip,up,tips, the least you have to put your arms over your head the better, sounds mad but you will see what I mean, I got zip up crop tops from marks and Spencer's in the mall,of the emirates, really comfortable! Also if your returning to work watch things like seat belts going across your top, you can wear the zip up,crop tops under blouses, they are so comfortable and keep,you in place it's almost soothing, just be careful nobody knocks you and take your painkillers when you need to!,, xx
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September 6, 2015
Thank you so much, I know he is such an amazing surgeon I feel better now hearing from his other patients about their happiness and experience. I will definitely follow his instructions he knows better than me for sure! Will keep you posted how it goes [RS bleep]
September 6, 2015
Okay, before your op try not to have alcohol, smoke and get decent sleep, and I had a healthy diet of salmon, steak, chicken and lots of vegetables and fruit I was fit wen I went in for the op, and just b sensible after .... Xxxx
September 7, 2015
My Operation date is the same as yours love and am getting the similar implants to you! I am very excited! its literally 9 days left and BOOM! BOOBS! :D

I LOLVE Dubai sop try get there as much as possible! You very lucky to live there!
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September 8, 2015
That's so exciting! Good to know of people doing it the same day! We can be boobie friends hahaha!! Aww it's great I have been here a year and a half now will be so good to finally fill a bikini [RS bleep]
September 7, 2015
My surgery is the same day!! We have a lot in common! I'm getting 355cc gummy bear textured round. Sub muscular and a mini lift. I also quit smoking for the surgery and that has been a real struggle but I hope to give it up for good!!
I haven't done my pre op yet but it's coming up in a few days so I haven't had any instructions on before or after care so I should probably do a little more research on it. LOL
September 7, 2015
Good Luck, Looks like the 3 of us will be having it done on the same day :)
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September 8, 2015
Congrats on quitting smoking! I find it a lot easier because I know that if I did smoke it would show up in my urine test on the day and they have the right to cancel! You can do it we will feel amazing afterwards... Boobalicious and smoke free hahaha xx keep me posted how you're getting on with everything c
September 8, 2015
I am trying to quit too it's a real struggle but have to do do you have any suggestions on what to do when you want a cigarette
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September 9, 2015
Hi Pammay! :) I guess i am lucky i found it quite easy to stop the only thing really motivating me is that if i did smoke it would show up when tested on the day and I signed a form agreeing that they have the right to cancel my surgery and still charge full cost... soo that would be 65000 AED down the drain! Haha but to help you should go cold turkey and tell your colleagues and your family on your progress.. Every day in the office i say 'day 11 of no smoking' and everyone congratulates me and it keeps me motivated if you see it as an achievement. Also plan to do something like have a tea break and a biscuit in the times that you would normally be smoking. I hope you manage! Let me know how you get on xx
September 9, 2015
I used the nicotine patch, and that really took the edge off. Now when I get a craving I suck on a cough drop. Since I smoked menthol it gives me a slight sence of satisfaction.
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September 17, 2015
Best of luck today. Hpoe youll be happy.
UPDATED FROM laurenelizabethhx
7 days pre

One week to go...

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laurenelizabethhx
So this week has majorly dragged! I have bought my v shaped pillow and easy to put on clothes for work, made arrangements for my lift home and my boyfriend also booked the day off work to stay with me at the hospital next week. He is so sweet and lovely to me. I will start taking arnica tablets tomorrow for one week prior and one week post for healing.

I have a dilemma though, I am going to a pool party on Friday for a birthday and it is going to be a huge party massive villa and so i really want to go and not miss out. However, my PS instructed me not to drink alcohol 1 week prior to the surgery and Friday will be 6 days. I can't go to a pool party and not have a few glasses of vino!? So my question ladies is.... Am i playing with fire if i have a few drinks on friday? I also don't want to over indulge and go mad as I am partial for being the last one to go home! haha oops. I don't want to do anything to jepardise my surgery so should I stay sober? I saw a few posts that suggested only 2 days before the surgery and I saw a post that said 2 weeks before so i am really unsure.

I drink a lot of water anyway and I am a bit of a healthy chia, flax and avo monster but I have been really healthy recently and will keep it up as I can't go to the gym for 6 weeks and don't want to pile on the pounds as i will be doing minimal activity!

Ahhhh I hope this week flies by. I need to buy ice packs which i cannot find in Dubai anywhere!! I also need a good scar gel (any recommendations would be fab) and any recommendations to make my like easier post op would be amazing!

I can't wait to join the boob life

x

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September 9, 2015
OK love, how long have you been waiting for this? Have you seen some of the very serious potential problems? If your PS said 1 week I would not drink for at least 2 weeks Prior. Is it really worth having your implants going wrong becoming infected (and dare I say it) and have them taken out again in an emergency op.

I know Dubai Life... I Know its hard.. Give this one a skip!
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September 9, 2015
Thank You. I actually agree, I spoke to my boyfriend and he doesn't want me to drink and it is only a party haha! I will stay sober and just eat all the food :-D xx
September 9, 2015
I think thats a good idea. Trust me, I am just as bombed that I can't party this weekend! BUT its all for the greater good!

8 days and counting!!!! :D
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September 9, 2015
I am so excited now! Argh. All i can think about is boobs ha ha ha.

Have you prepared all of your aftercare and made a post op station? I need to get this started will do a last minute product and food shop on saturday too. Sure my boyfriend is excited to practice his cooking skills!! haha xx
September 9, 2015
Oh love, my boyfriend does not cook.. Not because he doesn't want too.. He just doesn't know how. Our Food plan for the week consists of:
Breakfast:
Pre-cut and washed fruit with Greek Yogurt and Honey, potentially some muesli
Lunch:
3 x Eggs (either boiled, fried, scrambled or poached)
Dinner:
Soup for me (Will buy ready soups in a wide variety)
Meat and Salad for Blue (Codename: Blue = My boyfriend)

This should provide enough of a balanced Diet during the critical time of recovery with very little fuss (and weight gain)
September 10, 2015
Well, if you don't wish to jeopardise your surgery and/or recovery, and are looking for an optimal outcome, the answer about partying it up with even a few cocktails is pretty clear.

Don't. Alcohol causes inflammation. Inflammation contributes to scar tissue. Heard of capsular contraction? You don't want that. Looks horrible. And if I'm reading your posts correctly, you're looking to IMPROVE how you look, not worsen it right?

Or do. But you won't really have any leg to stand on if things don't go well, or even go as you may be expecting.

Were it me, I'd personally not risk it one bit. If they advised one week, I'd be doing two. And eating the cleanest, healthiest diet possible from now till then. And especially during healing and recovery.
UPDATED FROM laurenelizabethhx
6 days pre

DIET: What I Will Be Eating to Heal

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laurenelizabethhx
Good Morning :-)

It's 6 days until my surgery now and I am feeling super excited. This weekend I will do a big food shop and prep my meals. I absolutely LOVE cooking and am well into nutrition so I thought I'd share my meal ideas for optimum healing. If anyone would like to know how to make anything please ask :) I specifically chose all these things because they are anti inflammatory and will help with swelling and healthy too. So here goes...

Drinks
Hot Water with slices of lemon and fresh ginger (as soon as I wake up)
Coconut Water
Smoothie - blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, lemon, spinach, fat free vanilla greek yoghurt, walnuts (can add chia & flax)
Protein Shake - peanut butter, almond milk, vanilla protein, cinnamon, half banana
Grapefruit Juice

Breakfast Ideas
Smashed avocado mixed with red onion on whole grain toast (can add poached eggs)
Fresh fruit with fat free Greek yoghurt and almonds or walnuts
Smoked Salmon and poached eggs

Lunch
Baked Sweet potato loaded with asparagus, blue cheese (or feta) and smashed avocado
Vegetable Soup (best to home make)
Chicken or tuna salad with added nuts

Dinner
Chicken with Quinoa and bell peppers (add cayenne pepper and paprika)
Salmon fillet with spinach/kale/brocolli and mango salsa
Tuna fillet and asparagus with tzatziki (yoghurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon juice in the blender)

Snacks
Rice Cracker with raw peanut butter and sliced banana
Apple with almond butter
Home made banana bread
Frozen yoghurt topped with fresh berries

Sorry for the long essay!! But I hope that someone finds this useful especially if they don't know how to cook. It's good to include lots of healthy fats, lots of protein, veg and citrus fruits.

xxxxx

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September 11, 2015
I some how suspect that You and I will converse a week after our Op's and It will go something like this...
RIx:
How did your mean plan work out?
Louren:
Ok... and Yours?
Rix:
Day 1- KFC
Day 2- Mc Donalds
Day 3- Burger King
Day 4- Toast
Day 5- Started Meal Plan
Lauren:
Yip, Pretty much the same. lol
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September 11, 2015
Hahahaha that is what I really don't want but it may be on the cards!
September 11, 2015
Its all good! I came to the realisation that for 4 days I may not even be able to make coffee, so cooking may be out the question. But there is healthy take aways too?

But who knows! We may be like: "It's really not that bad, not sure what everyone was on about. Not only did I heal really well due to all the healthy stuff I ate, I lost weight too!"

Which may not be evident since those implants will be adding weight... Hmmmm...
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September 16, 2015
All of this sounds delicious!
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September 17, 2015
I love your food ideas! I totally kept copies!! :)

Have you ever had chia pudding? My sister introduced me. It is so easy! Such a great desert when you want/need something healthy. It's just chia seed and coconut milk. It's high in omega 3, high in fiber
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September 17, 2015
Sorry cut off my note, but it's really good for you and I totally recommend it. It's perfect for us ladies needing high fiber and wanting to keep calories down while we can't be as active.
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September 20, 2015
I will definitely try this :-) I haven't eaten as much as I thought I would because I get really nauseous!!