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My Breast Reduction Experience - Edmonton, AB
UPDATED FROM Life's a Beach
11 months post
It is almost one year post op and things have...
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It is almost one year post op and things have healed up great!
I still get a sharp pain sometimes in the sides where I had lipo. I try to stretch as they start to feel tight.
My breasts have dropped quite a bit. More natural looking. Still very perky and smaller nipples.
Please feel free to message me with any questions!
I still get a sharp pain sometimes in the sides where I had lipo. I try to stretch as they start to feel tight.
My breasts have dropped quite a bit. More natural looking. Still very perky and smaller nipples.
Please feel free to message me with any questions!
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UPDATED FROM Life's a Beach
2 months post
It has been almost 2 months since my surgery. I am...
It has been almost 2 months since my surgery. I am very pleased with everything!!
I just had a check up with my surgeon last week and he said everything looks great. I am now able to return to all normal activities.
I am still taping my scars and will continue for the next few months.
I went and bought my very first bra since surgery!! I am not a 36-D. YAYYYY!!! I even bought my very first push up bra. For the first time ever it was FUN to go bra shopping! I have really been enjoying shirt shopping as well!
This surgery has been the best thing I have done for myself. My neck/back pain has been severely alleviated and my confidence has gone wayyy up!
I am not sleeping on my side. I still get a little bit of pain from the lipo of my sides. They sometimes swell up and a little numb still.
Please let me know if you have any questions and if you are going through this procedure please do not hesitate to contact me!!!
I just had a check up with my surgeon last week and he said everything looks great. I am now able to return to all normal activities.
I am still taping my scars and will continue for the next few months.
I went and bought my very first bra since surgery!! I am not a 36-D. YAYYYY!!! I even bought my very first push up bra. For the first time ever it was FUN to go bra shopping! I have really been enjoying shirt shopping as well!
This surgery has been the best thing I have done for myself. My neck/back pain has been severely alleviated and my confidence has gone wayyy up!
I am not sleeping on my side. I still get a little bit of pain from the lipo of my sides. They sometimes swell up and a little numb still.
Please let me know if you have any questions and if you are going through this procedure please do not hesitate to contact me!!!
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January 9, 2012
*sigh* I am so in love with your results!! I was just wondering this morning how hard it would be to travel from LA to Edmonton to use your doc, lol! Which is silly, since we have some of the best docs in the country here, and I love the one I picked, but I have to say, none of his work is THIS good. I really don't think I've seen other work THIS good!
January 9, 2012
Thank you Aimee!! Your comment made me feel so good! I'm really not used to having my boobs be the envy of other women! My doc did a fantastic job! Better than I ever hoped for!
You know, if it's possible...why NOT come here for surg?!
You know, if it's possible...why NOT come here for surg?!
January 9, 2012
I actually called the office :) They have never had an out of country breast reduction patient before, and have to do some research to figure out what to charge-- Wow, you guys have so much better of a health care system over there! I can't get over the fact no one has ever paid out of pocket for a reduction with him before! We'll see what happens.... Right now I have a tentative date on hold with my favorite doc here, but no harm in exploring all the possibilities, right?!
January 9, 2012
That is sooo cool!! I wonder what will happen with that?! Exciting!!
Yes, our health care is wonderful. Breast refi tion is considered a medical procedure, so with a proper referral from your family DR, you normally get it covered by provincial health. :)
Good luck and I can't wait to hear your updates. Even if you stick to your current plan - march isn't far away!!!
Yes, our health care is wonderful. Breast refi tion is considered a medical procedure, so with a proper referral from your family DR, you normally get it covered by provincial health. :)
Good luck and I can't wait to hear your updates. Even if you stick to your current plan - march isn't far away!!!
January 11, 2012
Yes I know! It will be interesting to see what happens.... I felt a little crazy calling Canada but I was like "hey, why not?!" Haha! We'll see! What I am surprised about is how perky he managed to make you! I see this thing a lot where the breast is SHORTER, but still just as flat and saggy :/ It's as if a lot of doctors are not able to move the breast mound up at all, so they get a shorter, flat breast as the result :/ Of course the doc I chose out here doesn't do that, but your doc actually got them even MORE perky then most of his. I also think the nipple to breast ratio and placement is just perfect!
February 29, 2012
I know exactly what you mean Aimee. I am fascinated by the perkiness of Beach's results. It's interesting to see how every woman's breasts "drop" differently post-op. Beach's seem to have barely dropped at all -- in fact there is no "hang" to speak of. The breast crease is barely even a crease, and they look very solid...
@beach: I'm curious -- did the photos of your PS's other patients look as pointy, perky and firm as yours?
@beach: I'm curious -- did the photos of your PS's other patients look as pointy, perky and firm as yours?
January 10, 2012
Your results look great! Is the tape that is still on for scars reduction? My surgery is next Tues and and am trying to get all the info I can!
January 10, 2012
Thank you so much. ;)
Yes, the tape is for scar reduction. My surgeon would like me to tape for a few months. I also like it because my inductions aren't rubbing on my bra that way.
Enjoy your experience! It's scary, goes fast and is all worth it!
Yes, the tape is for scar reduction. My surgeon would like me to tape for a few months. I also like it because my inductions aren't rubbing on my bra that way.
Enjoy your experience! It's scary, goes fast and is all worth it!
January 15, 2012
Thanks!! I am scared but also super excited!!! The tape is a great idea!
January 10, 2012
You seriously have the best boobs EVER! Congratulations. And I would say results like that are totally worth a trip to Edmundton!
January 10, 2012
Wow!!!! I am so happy for you they look AMAZING!!!! I have been wiating to see your new pic and they are very pretty. I know I will not look like yours when I am done but it is encouraging to see. Thanks for sharing :o) I am still waiting. Hopefully nesxt week my file will be sent to the insurance for approval.
January 12, 2012
Thanks Red!! You never know how you will look. I actually had low expectations of what to expect. I was worried I would not like them and they have turned out great!! Just follow your surgeons orders and get medical attention if something doesn't seem right to you!
UPDATED FROM Life's a Beach
26 days post
I am just about 1 month post op. I am starting to...
I am just about 1 month post op. I am starting to get my energy back. I started work on Thursday and by did it tire me out!
I had my 3-week check up last week and my surgeon is pleased and said that everything looks great!
The areas that were liposuctioned are still swollen and tender. This is normal at this stage. He recommended I start massaging my sides a few times a day. This has definitely helped to "loosen" the area. It felt very tight when I would reach my arms and it has gotten easier to do over the last few days.
I am continuing to tape my insicions. My surgeons feels this is the best for scar management. I use paper tape and change it every three days. It's ok to shower with it on, I just make sure I blow dry them a little before I put my surgical bra back on.
I am still not able to work out and I am getting restless. I feel like all hard work before surgery is starting to go to waste! I'm losing tone in the areas I worked so hard on! It will be nice to get back into the gym!
I am still not able to lift anything heave or reach above my head and my boyfriend and co-workers have been very helpful with this!!
I will go back to my surgeon in the beginning of January for a 6 week check up and he will advise me on activities, etc. at that point.
I am so very happy that I went through with this! My results surpassed my expectations and has been exciting to try on new clothes!! The count down is on until I can hit up Victoria's Secret for some cute bras!! :)
I had my 3-week check up last week and my surgeon is pleased and said that everything looks great!
The areas that were liposuctioned are still swollen and tender. This is normal at this stage. He recommended I start massaging my sides a few times a day. This has definitely helped to "loosen" the area. It felt very tight when I would reach my arms and it has gotten easier to do over the last few days.
I am continuing to tape my insicions. My surgeons feels this is the best for scar management. I use paper tape and change it every three days. It's ok to shower with it on, I just make sure I blow dry them a little before I put my surgical bra back on.
I am still not able to work out and I am getting restless. I feel like all hard work before surgery is starting to go to waste! I'm losing tone in the areas I worked so hard on! It will be nice to get back into the gym!
I am still not able to lift anything heave or reach above my head and my boyfriend and co-workers have been very helpful with this!!
I will go back to my surgeon in the beginning of January for a 6 week check up and he will advise me on activities, etc. at that point.
I am so very happy that I went through with this! My results surpassed my expectations and has been exciting to try on new clothes!! The count down is on until I can hit up Victoria's Secret for some cute bras!! :)
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December 12, 2011
Beach they are healing beautifully!! I cannot get over how amazing they look :) I can't wait to see how they progress. What a perfect size they are, and the shape and nipple placement is wonderful!! I am so happy for you :(
December 16, 2011
Thank you Aimee.... I am really happy with them as well!!! I will keep the updates going..
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