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Breast Reduction/Lift - Florida
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I'm a 36DD wanted to go down to a C-cup....
malia002March 8, 2012
$6,000
I'm a 36DD wanted to go down to a C-cup. I've had big boobs for a long time and after my son they started to drop alot. I have dents in my shoulders from the bra straps and could never find the right bra. I would like to be able to go braless sometimes or even wear half bras so i can wear those cute tops and dresses. i don't feel comfortable wearing swimsuits because i have to buy the ones with the wire to hold up my boobs and most of those are definitely not young and sexy.
I did several consultations and finally found a PS i like. I chose him because he said he can do the breast reduction without the traditional horizontal cut at the crease of the breasts. so i figure one less scar is better for me. He was highly recommended and i researched him online and he received alot of good comments. I'm nervous and excited at the same time. My biggest fear is something going wrong during surgery but im trying to remain positive. Also family and friends keep saying im crazy for wanting to do this because everyones trying to get bigger boobs and i want to get rid of mine. So, im hoping i don't regret this afterwards.
UPDATED FROM malia002
7 days pre
So, its just about 1 week until my surgery. Yayy...
malia002March 8, 2012
So, its just about 1 week until my surgery. Yayy me. It still hasn't settled in as yet but i am looking forward to it but not the pain. I did my pre-op on monday. that went fine besides the part where the nurse couldn't find my veins and ended up sticking me with out success. she felt so bad she had to call the doctor in to do it. This is pretty normal for me though as i have really small veins that like to hide. So not looking forward to the IV part of the surgery. They also gave me my prescriptions which i am going to fill sometime next week. I think im just about prepared, i bought some button pajamas from wal-mart and a few front open sports bras also. I bought Arnica pills to take to help with the bruising and swelling and the arnica gel as well to rub on the breasts to help with bruising. This was recommended by the nurse and a few other PS i consulted with also. She also told me to get some nausea meds (i thinks its called emitrol) just in case.
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March 8, 2012
Hello! I'm glad to see that some else is getting the lollipop method/short scar. My PS also uses that method, I' m scheduled for April 5th. I don't see to many reviews using the short scar method. Did you chose your PS for that reason? Does he only do this method or was this your request? In my case the short scar is the method that she uses.
March 9, 2012
Hey runrosie, my PS does both lollipop method and the regular anchor method but after examining his patient if he feels he can do the lollipop method he does this instead because it gives the patient one less scar to deal with. scarring was one of my biggest issues, so i wanted it done with as little cutting as possible. And also the lollipop incisions heal up alot better than the incisions along the crease of the breasts.
March 9, 2012
Hello Malia, My PS use to do the anchor method but now only does the lollipop method. I asked why only that method and she said her patients and her liked the results that it gives the patients( down time and scaring) I am concerned that maybe I won't get the lift I want.
March 10, 2012
hey runrosie, i think u will be fine because they can give you a good lift with the lollipop method as well. If u have concerns you should prob discuss them with your PS though and make sure you look at some of her before and after pics to see if her work looks pleasing to you.
March 10, 2012
hi malia, I have looked at her before & after, they look like she does a good job but sometimes you read things on the internet that gets you second guessing things.
March 8, 2012
I would like to hear more about why you chose the short scar/lollipop method. My PS also uses that method, my surgery is scheduled for April 5th. I don't hear many reviews about that method.
March 9, 2012
Thanks for the review, Malia! I'm always amazed at the people who question why we would want a breast reduction...I would suggest they take one of my bras and carry bags of sugar around for a week and see what they thought then. Keep us updated. We will be anxious to hear how it all goes!
March 10, 2012
hey Iowa71, im really getting alot of insight from the comments on your profile. I feel alot more prepared now. your pictures look great and i'm so happy you're pleased with your results.
March 9, 2012
@ Malia, May I Ask why didn't you try to get the breast reduction done through insurance? Also I was wondering how many grams of tissue does your PS plan to remove during your surgery to get you to a C cup?
March 9, 2012
hi darkandlovely, 2 of the PS i consulted with said i prob wont meet the insurance requirements because its going to be a minor reduction with more of a lift. ( about 300 grams) And my situation looks more cosmetic than medically necessary seeing that i don't have any back pain. so i didnt try the insurance, although after reading all the comments on here i prob should have.
Hope it all works out for you!
Hope it all works out for you!
March 9, 2012
@malia, Thanks Dear. I saw 2 PS as well and they both said that I will need more of a lift than a reduction as well (300grams), but I am still keeping my fingers crossed for insurance approval.. I said that I would at least give it a shot with the insurance before I decide to pay out of pocket. I should find out if I am approved in a week or so.
March 15, 2012
Hi There, I just wanted to update you that my BR was approved.... I'm so HAPPYYY right now that its hard to sleep!!
March 15, 2012
OMG.....that's such good news. I'm so happy for you. I go in tomorrow. I'm nervous. Will keep u updated and u do the same.
UPDATED FROM malia002
6 days pre
Well today makes exactly 1 week until my procedure...
malia002March 9, 2012
Well today makes exactly 1 week until my procedure. i think im feeling ok for now. Sometimes i'm like "what the .... " but i try to remain calm. I found scarguard MD in walgreens today for $10 off so i decided to buy it. normal price $29.99 but they had it for $19.99. I'm hoping it works, it was actually recommended by one of the PS i consulted with. I love browsing through the website makemeheal.com they have a whole lot of stuff to help with recoveries but im trying my hardest not to buy unnecessary stuff that i don't need. (bad habit).
well i'll keep you girls updated all next week up until surgery and after. Laterrr
well i'll keep you girls updated all next week up until surgery and after. Laterrr
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