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Breast lift with Implants, 3 Kids, 340cc

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I'm suuuuper excited about my procedure but...

QueenieE
WORTH IT$10,000
I'm suuuuper excited about my procedure but exhausting myself with constant obsessing over before and after photos. I've finally told myself that no matter how much research I do at this point, my outcome will be the same. I've placed full trust in my doctor. I really want perky, full, round romantic breasts. When I asked for this though, my dreams were a little shut down because my doc wants my results to last. He has chosen 340 cc Allergan soft touch under the muscle, low profile gummy bear silicone, with mastopexy (anchor stitch most likely). I understand that this size puts less stress on my incisions and overall may give me lasting effect from my lift. My femininity within keeps whispering "I hope these are big enough". I grew up a tomboy but always craved being "girly" and used to stuff my bra with Kleenex....hahaha. So I do want to feel more feminine and using the opportunity for a lift, to take advantage of the option of being bigger. I'm currently a C, I think lol. When I lay flat it all disappears and I have two empty bra cups. I CANNOT go without a bra, without feeling like I look like a granny. Not even in my own home. My husband is content with my current body and is also supportive of my wishes too. I'm 5' 6" and 153. When I had my consult I was 165 and told my doc I was not at my ideal weight. He felt that was ok and said I could still go forward with my surgery because if I lost the weight after, it would not have that much of an effect on my end result. I'm still trying to lose as much as possible before my surgery though and have lost 12 pounds already. Any feedback or opinions on my treatment plan is welcomed. I will continue to update pre and post surgery as the date nears.

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March 18, 2018
Hi there, Thanks for starting up a journal. I also had a BL/BA. And I know what It’s like to be obsessing over before/after pics and all the other thoughts that go with the pre-surgical experience. Lol. If I could give one piece of advice it would be get to choose your PS very carefully. BA/BL surgery is one of the most complicated surgeries out there and it has a very high revision rate. I think it’s also the opinion of many PS that you want to be as close to your ideal body weight as possible. One thing to keep in mind is breast size changes with weight fluctuations; and they may also have a tendency to droop if you loose a considerable amount of weight after surgery. For other opinions on this matter I recommend you post your questions in the “ask a doctor” section here. Good luck and wishing you the best! :-)
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March 18, 2018
I also have been obsessing over before and after pictures, sizes, etc. it is so nervewracking! But they say one size on one woman looks totally different on another. I'm scheduled for this Thursday, 3/22, about a week before your surgery so I will keep updating. Good luck and I will look forward to your updates.
March 27, 2018
Totally, I have seen other women with the same BMI that look completely different than I. Thanks for your updates too. It's so helpful to be able to feel like I'm not experiencing this alone!
March 26, 2018
I just had a BL/BA with 375 under the muscle Mp saline I was a saggy 36 D? I’m 5”8 178lb I obsessed over everything I was on this app every night for months I had surgery on March 16th 2018 and I am so happy I did this and I love my size so far my PS told me he wouldn’t go bigger on me because I will sit end up sagging and I 100% pit my trust in him and I’m glad I did I’m only 9 days P.O. but I already love the shape and size I brought multiple pictures to show him I know how scary it is but you have to find someone that you feel 100% comfortable with and then go for it !!!! best of luck !!!
March 27, 2018
Thank you! I do trust my surgeon and he is confident in his work. I'm sure I will love it. You ate looking great too. Happy healing :)
UPDATED FROM QueenieE
2 days pre

Getting nearer

QueenieE
I'm scheduled first thing in the morning this Friday. It's now Tuesday and I'm just dodging anyone that I know for sure is sick. I work in the medical field so that is pretty difficult but I've been practicing good hand hygiene and taking emergen-C every day and my multivitamin. My preop bloodwork was just hematocrit and hemoglobin. My hematocrit was slightly low so I called my doc and they said it was ok. They said its actually quite common in women my age. I also have been anemic almost my whole life so I wasnt surprised. Just relieved that I don't have to reschedule. I have been doing so bad with my diet! They didnt give me much instruction but I know the better I eat, the faster and easier my recovery. I just find it so hard to resist stuff when drug reps come by the office with goodies!! Here are some more before pictures. I noticed a scar or stretch mark underneath my left breast that I have never noticed before and have no idea how it got there! I'm just glad I noticed it or else I probably would've thought it was from surgery. If it doesn't get removed with the lift, that is. I finally told my husbands mom about my procedure. I was scared to because I didnt know what she would think, but had to tell her because I went be there for Easter and she also watches our son so I had to explain why my best friend will be dropping him off and picking him up until I can drive again. She was accepting of it I think. At least she was polite about it. I appreciated that because I actually do care about her opinion of me, my husband loves and respects her. My best friend took the whole week off to help my husband around the house and help with the kids. Looooove her! Will be getting her a gift for doing that. I took the whole first week of April off of work so that gives me 10 days total for recovery. I am so scared of the pain. My doctor doesn't give prescriptions to fill ahead of time. That makes me nervous to imagine that I'll be bandaged up and trying to fill my pain script on the way home from surgery....I don't know why they do it this way as I've seen on other reviews that others fill their scripts the day before, but can respect that decision and didn't question it. I'm just complacent lol whatever you say, just fix my boobs!!

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March 27, 2018
So excited for you! I look forward to following your progress… :-)
UPDATED FROM QueenieE
1 day pre

Day before...

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So in about 9 hours ill be at the surgery center. Im so pumped!!! I definitely wont be able to sleep tonight. I havent really prepped any meals, bought any bras, filled any scripts, or done anything that other real selfers do before surgery lol not because i dont want to but i havent had the time. I wont get my pain script until tomorrow anyway so thats when ill pick up the others. I guess it will be helpful for you guys to know how much this butes me in the ass haha. My coworkers are awesome and made me a card. I love them.

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March 30, 2018
LOL! Love the card! Looks like you work with a great group :)
March 30, 2018
Best job EVER.my boss is so amazing too
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March 30, 2018
Good luck and let us know how you did!!
March 30, 2018
That card is priceless! It's great to work with people so supportive.