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Implant removal and lift - England
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Hello ladies, first I would like to thank you all...
ana.February 22, 2016
Hello ladies, first I would like to thank you all for sharing your stories, I can't believe how much time I have spent looking and reading about breasts lately :)
14 years ago I decided to get implants and now really want them out. Looking back I can't believe I done this to my body although I was quite small they were a good shape and in proportion to my body. I had 400 on one side and 450 on the other and after filling out other the last few years I've gone up to an E cup (was originally B before my surgery) and I find them large and cumbersome.
Last week I went with my husband to see a local ps, was feeling nervous but quite excited. After explaining I wanted them out with no replacement but an anchor lift at the same time he said he wouldn't be able to do it without putting new implants in as I would be left with no breast tissue at all just a lot of scarring and his advice was to leave them as they are as I would be very unhappy with the outcome. I left the clinic feeling very upset however after talking to my husband I wonder if he just doesn't have a lot of experience in uplifts and taking them out. I think they do a lot more implants there then anything else.
I have another appointment this Wednesday with beaucare clinic, their consultation is in London however you get the surgery in Brussels which is another really scary thought however I have been reading on the Internet a lot about them and they seem to have really good reviews, it is also nearly half the price which is a Magor consideration as well...
Feeling very scared about how my breasts are going to look after , I have seen some great pictures on here however I'm worried about how thin and stretched my breast tissue is going to be because of the implant size and the length of time they have been in also can't stop thinking about the shape I know that sometimes they don't go as expected and some people have been so unhappy with the results, spending so much time not being able to sleep with worry, why did I do this to myself??
Looking forward to Wednesday hopefully hear a more positive outcome.
14 years ago I decided to get implants and now really want them out. Looking back I can't believe I done this to my body although I was quite small they were a good shape and in proportion to my body. I had 400 on one side and 450 on the other and after filling out other the last few years I've gone up to an E cup (was originally B before my surgery) and I find them large and cumbersome.
Last week I went with my husband to see a local ps, was feeling nervous but quite excited. After explaining I wanted them out with no replacement but an anchor lift at the same time he said he wouldn't be able to do it without putting new implants in as I would be left with no breast tissue at all just a lot of scarring and his advice was to leave them as they are as I would be very unhappy with the outcome. I left the clinic feeling very upset however after talking to my husband I wonder if he just doesn't have a lot of experience in uplifts and taking them out. I think they do a lot more implants there then anything else.
I have another appointment this Wednesday with beaucare clinic, their consultation is in London however you get the surgery in Brussels which is another really scary thought however I have been reading on the Internet a lot about them and they seem to have really good reviews, it is also nearly half the price which is a Magor consideration as well...
Feeling very scared about how my breasts are going to look after , I have seen some great pictures on here however I'm worried about how thin and stretched my breast tissue is going to be because of the implant size and the length of time they have been in also can't stop thinking about the shape I know that sometimes they don't go as expected and some people have been so unhappy with the results, spending so much time not being able to sleep with worry, why did I do this to myself??
Looking forward to Wednesday hopefully hear a more positive outcome.
UPDATED FROM ana.
pre removal, looking forward to seeing what os has to say on Wednesday.
ana.February 22, 2016
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February 22, 2016
Get some more consultations! Doesn't sound like your first doctor was very supportive or helpful. You look like you have very nice skin and no sagging. In my opinion, you would do really good with removal only...but I am not a doctor! Find a doctor you are comfortable with and trust. Good luck and keep us posted!
February 22, 2016
Thank you Julie. I am going to try and find other doctors for more opinions but in England it seems like we have a lot of doctors who are great at putting them in but not many happy to take them out without putting new implants in, will definitely keep updating as this site has helped me so much with this decision and given me the confidence to get these things out time to put back in.
February 22, 2016
Hi there, it's a shame you don't live near Plymouth. My consultant who did my BA is also taking mine out. I won't go into details but I've had mastitis, inflammation and now have ruptured implants. He was very sorry for the complications I've suffered and can see that I do not wish to have new implants. I have full trust that he knows exactly what he is doing with explant. If you would like his details please let me know. Good luck.
February 23, 2016
Hi,
I had mine removed on 16/1/16 at Nuffield hospital Newcastle with Nicolas Colis n his wonderful team. He is brilliant. Plc check him out or go him a ring. I travelled all the way from London n back the same day after surgery.
Xx
I had mine removed on 16/1/16 at Nuffield hospital Newcastle with Nicolas Colis n his wonderful team. He is brilliant. Plc check him out or go him a ring. I travelled all the way from London n back the same day after surgery.
Xx
February 23, 2016
I had Explantation and anchor lift 5 Feb at Nuffield in York by Chris Dunkin. he accepted I didn't want replacements. Clear information and instructions. Lovely hospital everyone friendly and supportive. All staff said I had chosen best ps. Scars look great already. Finer than when they were put in (by transform 13 years ago). Good follow up. Highly recommend. Choose someone who listens, gives options without persuading you. Good luck.
February 24, 2016
So good to hear your so pleased with your result :) can I ask how much you paid? Thank you and happy healing. ..
February 24, 2016
Hi Ana was £125 for initial consultation and £4950 for surgery and as many follow ups as wanted no extra charges. Had wound review and dressings by nurses 10 days post. And saw consultant yesterday and have appt 3 months to see how they have settled. I stayed in overnight as live an hour drive away and op done pm.
February 23, 2016
Hi. Please go for more consultations and get different opinions. I had an explant - though only after 3 years so not as long as you. I have now had new implants just 5 days ago but for 6 months I was implant free and my breasts literally looked just as they did before I ever had implants. I was borderline for needing a lift pre-implant but my PS suggested waiting 6 months to allow my skin to settle before deciding if I needed a lift and he was so right. Even though my goal was to get new implants which I now have, I might have gone with a lift if I hadn't waited and had unnecessary scarring. Other surgeons I saw said I'd definitely need a lift and a small implant because of breast tissue but I know from the results of my explant that I could have stayed as I was and looked great. So if you want to explant, consider waiting to see how your breasts heal because you may be surprised and happy with the results. If you don't want more implants it's your body and your choice. Best of luck to you. :-)
February 24, 2016
Thank you breezyblue. Went for another consultation later which went very much the same as last one so not feeling to positive about it, shall post about it later, however going to get my head around it tonight and probably ring around again tomorrow, one thing I do know is I definitely don't want new implants!
UPDATED FROM ana.
Explant and lift, finally out after nearly 14 years.
ana.June 3, 2016
Had my implants removed 2 days ago, finally found a surgeon who I thought was fantastic, was realistic and supportive of my decision to explant and didn't once try to sway me into replacing my implants. Feeling pretty good atm, bit tired bout pain is definitely better than I thought it was going to be, more a discomfort. I will post some pics in the morning.
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June 4, 2016
Welcome to Explant Island bosom buddy! Lol ;) [RS bleep] I'm so happy to be the first to congratulate you, and yes they are sore aye, but give yourself lots of rest and good vit c foods... Xxxx don't have too high expectations luvy... They take a looong time to heal... But having said that, I'm thrilled if you recover fast just want you to be real careful! ;) [RS bleep]
June 7, 2016
Thank you so much so happy and relieved to have them out, feels like i have a huge weight of my chest. apart from a bit of discomfort feeling really good and have to remind myself not to do certain things trying to have lots of raw veg and fruit smoothies to get some good nutrients in me. Just looked at your pictures you are looking great :) isn't it a lovely feeling to finally have them out !!!xxxx
June 5, 2016
Hi there, hope all goes well and you have a speedy recovery. I have been considering removing my implants after 17 years and having an uplift. The idea of surgery and what they will look like afterwards really worries me. I feel exactly the same as you did wondering why I put these things inside my body. Please could you let me know how you get on and who your surgeon was and if you would recommend.
June 7, 2016
Hi interestedinstuff, I know it's really scary and after the first few surgeons I saw did nothing to help my fears instead created new ones and made me feel I would look totally deformed without replacing implants. Mr Pacifico done my surgery he has his practice in Tunbridge Wells called Purity Bridge but done the surgery at Nuffield Hospital also at Tunbridge Wells, don't know where you are based? When I thought met him I really liked the fact he didn't try to get me to reconsider reimplanting and was very realistic about what I could expect. He couldn't tell me a size of what I would be but said he would work with what I had to give me the best shape he could which mattered to me so much more than size, felt very comfortable with him genuinely is a lively person and great surgeon. I shall continue to update but really so far, make sure you find someone you are really comfortable with and doesn't try to pressurise you into what they want rather than what you want. Any questions I'd be happy to answer and good luck. [RS bleep]
June 7, 2016
Thank you for your feedback & surgeon recommendation. Hope you are feeling well & have healed well. I am currently researching like mad & think personal recommendations are the way to go. Did he do enbloc & remove all of the capsuals?
June 8, 2016
Hi Annienetty when we spoke about it I said I would like it all taken out unless it was very stuck to my natural tissue and he said that would always be his aim unless complications. Afterwards when we spoke he said he'd removed over 90% however the small amount left would have caused a lot of bleeding. I had said to him beforehand if this was going to be the case I trusted his judgement to do what he was thought was best. I am feeling so much better than I thought I would thank you, good luck hope you find the right surgeon for you keep us updated . xx
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Hey there! Welcome to the community, and thanks for sharing your story with us on RealSelf. How are you doing now? Have you had any more consultations?
I would like to know whats been going on, my case, is quite similar. Thanks a lot for share your story. Xx