POSTED UNDER Sientra Breast Implants Reviews
I can't believe it's actually happening!
UPDATED FROM Atfup7
1 month post
5 weeks, 2 days post-op.
Atfup7July 23, 2015
$7,000
Hi everyone! Sorry I've been sort of distant lately, life's been busy!
I was 5 weeks post-op as of Tuesday! :) time really flies!
As of today, I've been using the Biocorneum scar treatment for 2 weeks; I don't see a huge difference yet but I think it's probably too soon to expect a drastic change.
They are definitely getting softer and more mobile (lol) every day! I wish I could look forward in time to see the final, fully-healed result, but they've certainly come a long way in such a short amount of time!
As far as those whom I did not tell about my BA (co-workers/some family), they have not seemed to notice at all (would they even say anything if they did? Lol); I assume that's because I always wore my VS Bombshell bra everywhere I went (apart from work) for the last few years and they look about the same now, clothed, as I did with that on. I also haven't really been showing them off too much and at work my scrubs are so loose they really don't look much different to me at all!
Anyhow, I hope everyone's doing well!
xoxo
Replies (5)

July 24, 2015
Yours are one (of the about ten) pairs that officially give me boob envy..and you were worried about assymetry?!?!
They are PERFECT!!:-)
They are PERFECT!!:-)
July 24, 2015
Aw thank you so very much! That's so sweet! ;)
I just hope they continue to improve and look even better! :)
Not in love with my side profile view just yet lol.
I just hope they continue to improve and look even better! :)
Not in love with my side profile view just yet lol.

July 24, 2015
Don't you just love scrubs? They do conceal well. I have the same brand implant (HSC) as you and mine are soft, but not squishy. I'm just over 4 months now. I hope they don't get softer as I prefer a more firm feel. I don't think they'll change much more at this point. Any way, I want you to know you look gorgeous. Your breasts are absolutely beautiful. Pure perfection! I am so happy you are thrilled with your results...you should be. Your surgeon made the right choice for you and did his job well! Glad you didn't settle for convenience!! xoxo
August 1, 2015
Thanks so much! I'm very glad I didn't settle for convenience as well! ;)
I'm glad you're happy with your results as well! xoxo
I'm glad you're happy with your results as well! xoxo
August 3, 2015
I'm getting the same profile as you and I'm really skeptical about textured over smooth. How is your experience so far? Would you recommend textured? :) Will they ever jiggle?
August 3, 2015
I forgot to add that my doctor said I will possibly be a big C. What cup size are you now? We have about the same amount of breast tissue preop. Thanks!
August 7, 2015
I got smooths and LOVE them. Textureds are much firmer (in my opinion from when I felt them during consults), and too firm for my liking. At first I was set on getting textured but ultimately I left it up to my surgeon. I don't think textureds are really necessary unless you're borderline for a lift or are going in for reconstruction. I've seen a LOT of women's reviews who were unhappy with their textured implants and a good many that didn't settle as well and stayed "high and tight" looking. Mine are looking incredibly natural already at only 7.5 weeks post op! ;)
You've gotta trust your surgeons judgment though, ultimately.
You've gotta trust your surgeons judgment though, ultimately.
August 7, 2015
I haven't been "sized" since I was at Victorias Secret since 3 weeks post-op and at that time they said I was a 32DD and that fit me best. But in all honestly I feel like I look like a full C/possibly a very small D in person. But I wouldn't change my size! Love them!!!
UPDATED FROM Atfup7
22 days post
3 Weeks Post-Op! And VS sizing!
Atfup7July 9, 2015
Hi ladies :)
I was officially 3 weeks post-op as of yesterday! Not much to say at this point, other than lately I feel like my implants have felt heavier and have felt more pressure-ish on my incision areas? Perhaps because my sensation is coming back? (They've been very numb, but yet hyper sensitive at the same time, from my incisions up to my nipples, but only on the undersides of my breasts, the tops have felt fine and I can touch them all day long lol).
Anyhow, I broke down and said what the heck, and officially got "sized" at Victorias Secret today. She said my band width is actually like 27-28inches (which I knew), and since that band size doesn't actually exist, that she sized me in between a 32DD-32DDD. Of course I'm not supposed to wear underwires yet but felt the need to try on just lined bras with wire (no padding), just for giggles lol. So pictures to follow below to show you all my experience. ;)
The 32DD seemed to fit me best. The 32D was far too constricting and the 32DDD really gaped open when I bent over.
So 32DD it is!, for now lol. I'm sure they'll change some more before I can officially wear "real bras" again.
As far as my incisions, they still aren't beautiful as they're still fresh, but they're looking better in my opinion.
I have yet to find a PS office locally (my surgeon is a 90min drive away and I really don't want to drive that far just because I forgot to pick it up last week when I was there for my post-op appt.), so only 1 PS office in my hometown sells Biocorneum and every time I call they're hours are wonky and they're closing early or whatever and it's just irritating me. I was in the area today and called before driving to the exact location and they're like "oh yeah, we're open, but won't have anyone to sell products until _this time_ this afternoon (only a 90min window!?), so needless to say I had other commitments today and couldn't mesh my schedule with their huge 90min "product selling" window. I digress lol.
I'm going to post a straight-on view of my boobs as well, if everyone could be so kind as to not comment negatively on my nipple asymmetry it would be much appreciated. The one is actually about a half an inch taller? than the other, they're the same width. I think they're still quite swollen and puffy compared to how they normally are, though.
Still so happy I made the decision to do this for myself!
If anyone is having last minute butterflies about going through with their BA, don't hesitate to contact me! I'm the anxiety-over-analyzer queen and I freaked out every moment until I opened my eyes after surgery! :) ..deep breath ladies, all will be well!
I was officially 3 weeks post-op as of yesterday! Not much to say at this point, other than lately I feel like my implants have felt heavier and have felt more pressure-ish on my incision areas? Perhaps because my sensation is coming back? (They've been very numb, but yet hyper sensitive at the same time, from my incisions up to my nipples, but only on the undersides of my breasts, the tops have felt fine and I can touch them all day long lol).
Anyhow, I broke down and said what the heck, and officially got "sized" at Victorias Secret today. She said my band width is actually like 27-28inches (which I knew), and since that band size doesn't actually exist, that she sized me in between a 32DD-32DDD. Of course I'm not supposed to wear underwires yet but felt the need to try on just lined bras with wire (no padding), just for giggles lol. So pictures to follow below to show you all my experience. ;)
The 32DD seemed to fit me best. The 32D was far too constricting and the 32DDD really gaped open when I bent over.
So 32DD it is!, for now lol. I'm sure they'll change some more before I can officially wear "real bras" again.
As far as my incisions, they still aren't beautiful as they're still fresh, but they're looking better in my opinion.
I have yet to find a PS office locally (my surgeon is a 90min drive away and I really don't want to drive that far just because I forgot to pick it up last week when I was there for my post-op appt.), so only 1 PS office in my hometown sells Biocorneum and every time I call they're hours are wonky and they're closing early or whatever and it's just irritating me. I was in the area today and called before driving to the exact location and they're like "oh yeah, we're open, but won't have anyone to sell products until _this time_ this afternoon (only a 90min window!?), so needless to say I had other commitments today and couldn't mesh my schedule with their huge 90min "product selling" window. I digress lol.
I'm going to post a straight-on view of my boobs as well, if everyone could be so kind as to not comment negatively on my nipple asymmetry it would be much appreciated. The one is actually about a half an inch taller? than the other, they're the same width. I think they're still quite swollen and puffy compared to how they normally are, though.
Still so happy I made the decision to do this for myself!
If anyone is having last minute butterflies about going through with their BA, don't hesitate to contact me! I'm the anxiety-over-analyzer queen and I freaked out every moment until I opened my eyes after surgery! :) ..deep breath ladies, all will be well!
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July 9, 2015
**every time I call their hours are wonky.**
They're, their, there; and those sorts of grammatical errors are like my biggest pet-peeve lol!
Sorry for all the errors, my couple-of-days-long headache is getting the best of me this evening!
They're, their, there; and those sorts of grammatical errors are like my biggest pet-peeve lol!
Sorry for all the errors, my couple-of-days-long headache is getting the best of me this evening!
July 10, 2015
I am such a grammar snob too, lol! I can't handle it when I do things like that. Perfect example that kills me.... The management company in my office building put up signs in all the restrooms asking everyone to please be respectful to other's and flush. Umm, others what???? Feelings about not flushing? It absolutely drives me crazy, I want to take a white out pen and remove the apostrophe from every sign, lol!! Or, write in something, haha
July 10, 2015
Well I know the appropriate grammar to use and when, but sometimes my brain just doesn't like to put down what I know is correct lol. My brain tends to move too fast for my mouth when I go to speak, so I guess it's the same for typing as well lol!
And I would be exactly like you about that and want to white out the apostrophe too! Lol, we're ridiculous! ;)
And I would be exactly like you about that and want to white out the apostrophe too! Lol, we're ridiculous! ;)

July 9, 2015
You look great! Are they the size you were hoping for? Still wearing the band?
July 9, 2015
Thank you so much! They're exactly what I was hoping for, and actually a little bigger than I anticipated they would be lol!
And I went braless at night for a week and wore the band about 60% of that time. I definitely don't wear it during the day at work or anything lol. I didn't care much for the band.
And I went braless at night for a week and wore the band about 60% of that time. I definitely don't wear it during the day at work or anything lol. I didn't care much for the band.

July 9, 2015
You look amazing!! Wow they are so pretty :). Try not to worry about the nips, they are definitely still swollen. Mine were for almost a month. Your scars look awesome too, nice n short and good placement.
Cute bra btw, the color looks great on you :)
Cute bra btw, the color looks great on you :)
July 9, 2015
Thank you Anna! :)
I'm trying not to let the nips bother me, but they're a little hard to ignore sometimes lol, especially since they're so out there and puffy.
Thanks for the encouraging words about my scars!
And I loved the color of that bra too but I'm holding off on buying anything until I'm actually "aloud" to wear wires and all lol.
I'm trying not to let the nips bother me, but they're a little hard to ignore sometimes lol, especially since they're so out there and puffy.
Thanks for the encouraging words about my scars!
And I loved the color of that bra too but I'm holding off on buying anything until I'm actually "aloud" to wear wires and all lol.

July 9, 2015
So thankful you have shared your experience with us! You look amazing!! I hope my results are as great as yours! I too want a D or DD cup (am currently 34B) and have 11.0 breast width. My PS is recommending 350cc or 385cc Sientra, textured, sub muscular, round, high profile implants. I'm scheduled for BA on 08/20/15. Again, your "diary" of your experience is helpful, reassuring, informative and inspirational! Thank you!
July 9, 2015
Thank you so much Hope42 for the very sweet words! I'm so glad you found my review helpful and insightful! :) I was really hoping my experience would be helpful to other women in some way!
I'm going to send you a private message though, so watch your inbox lol. :)
I'm going to send you a private message though, so watch your inbox lol. :)

July 9, 2015
They continue to look amazing so early on!!!! You have a gorgeous figure too! You could be the perfect boob poster woman for BA on RS! Perfect results!!! I wouldn't worry about the nips that will get better w/ time :-) xoxo
July 9, 2015
Aw! Thank you new2023! :)
I wish I agreed about my figure! Having my bigger boobies has made me feel a bit more chunky and I'm extra eager to do something about it lol. Before my BA if I ever lost any weight my tiny boobs were always the first place to lose weight! So I sort of just never bothered lol ..C'mon no restrictions!
And I hope the nips do improve as everyone is saying they will. Thank you for being so sweet and supportive as always! Xoxo!
I wish I agreed about my figure! Having my bigger boobies has made me feel a bit more chunky and I'm extra eager to do something about it lol. Before my BA if I ever lost any weight my tiny boobs were always the first place to lose weight! So I sort of just never bothered lol ..C'mon no restrictions!
And I hope the nips do improve as everyone is saying they will. Thank you for being so sweet and supportive as always! Xoxo!
July 10, 2015
I put "you're perfect* after " not just me" for some reason t only posted part of the comment lol

UPDATED FROM Atfup7
14 days post
Wow! 2 weeks post-op, already?!
Atfup7July 1, 2015
I'm officially two weeks post-op today and feeling great. :)
I had my second post-op appt yesterday and saw the nurse who took off my steri-strips and removed the few sutures I had. I also saw Dr. Cohen and they took 2 week progress photos.
Dr. Cohen said everything looks great/he sees nothing that's concerning to him. They're still very high and firm so they instructed me to actually go braless some (I was like, uh, what? Lol), until they're at "a place where I like them/want them to stay," and at that point I'm to wear something with support more consistently.. they also gave me the dreaded breast band to wear above my boobies.
They said I'm fine to sleep on my side or however I would like but advised against tummy sleeping, but said if I really wanted to lay that way to support myself with pillows under my tummy and such. I've never been much of a tummy sleeper anyhow, so no bother! I'm just grateful to know I can roll onto my side again without worrying I'm going to displace my implants into my armpits or something lol.
My incisions aren't really beautiful yet at this point, as expected, but I'm happy with how short they are! One is about 1.5inches in width, and the other is a little closer to 1.75inches. The nurse informed me I'm free to use any silicone based scar gels or sheets now whenever I choose to. I believe the office recommends Biocorneum, has anyone had great results with this product?
I LOVE the size of them right now and find myself a little saddened knowing I'll probably lose some volume since I've still got some swelling to be rid of yet. But either way I'm still seriously over-joyed that I did this! I look in the mirror and can't help but to smile and love what I see! Putting on a bathing suit top (even this soon post-op) made me immediately satisfied with my decision.
My left breast (your right in pictures) is sitting higher and tighter than my right (which my right breast is actually the one that Dr. Cohen lowered my breast fold on, slightly; I assumed that one would be the stubborn one lol). I felt like my nipple asymmetry was barely noticeable pre-op, in fact I never even noticed it until one of the other surgeons I consulted with pointed it out to me, but they're extra noticeable now and one sits a little higher than the other (the breast that's not dropping as quickly). It's the only thing that's really bothered me at all about my breasts thus far but I know it's only this way because of my anatomy, I just hope that improves a little as they level out with one another healing wise. ;)
OH and I was also instructed to start another massage where I grab my breast from underneath and squeeze the implant upwards in the pocket (this still sorta gives me the willies and has my muscles over my breasts feeling a little tense).
Anyways, my next post-op appt isn't for another 6 weeks or so. I can't wait to see how much they change by then!
When did you girls notice that you stopped losing volume and became more of a permanent "size?"
Sorry for rambling, I had a long day and I'm a little sleepy.
I hope everyone's doing well! :)
Xoxo
I had my second post-op appt yesterday and saw the nurse who took off my steri-strips and removed the few sutures I had. I also saw Dr. Cohen and they took 2 week progress photos.
Dr. Cohen said everything looks great/he sees nothing that's concerning to him. They're still very high and firm so they instructed me to actually go braless some (I was like, uh, what? Lol), until they're at "a place where I like them/want them to stay," and at that point I'm to wear something with support more consistently.. they also gave me the dreaded breast band to wear above my boobies.
They said I'm fine to sleep on my side or however I would like but advised against tummy sleeping, but said if I really wanted to lay that way to support myself with pillows under my tummy and such. I've never been much of a tummy sleeper anyhow, so no bother! I'm just grateful to know I can roll onto my side again without worrying I'm going to displace my implants into my armpits or something lol.
My incisions aren't really beautiful yet at this point, as expected, but I'm happy with how short they are! One is about 1.5inches in width, and the other is a little closer to 1.75inches. The nurse informed me I'm free to use any silicone based scar gels or sheets now whenever I choose to. I believe the office recommends Biocorneum, has anyone had great results with this product?
I LOVE the size of them right now and find myself a little saddened knowing I'll probably lose some volume since I've still got some swelling to be rid of yet. But either way I'm still seriously over-joyed that I did this! I look in the mirror and can't help but to smile and love what I see! Putting on a bathing suit top (even this soon post-op) made me immediately satisfied with my decision.
My left breast (your right in pictures) is sitting higher and tighter than my right (which my right breast is actually the one that Dr. Cohen lowered my breast fold on, slightly; I assumed that one would be the stubborn one lol). I felt like my nipple asymmetry was barely noticeable pre-op, in fact I never even noticed it until one of the other surgeons I consulted with pointed it out to me, but they're extra noticeable now and one sits a little higher than the other (the breast that's not dropping as quickly). It's the only thing that's really bothered me at all about my breasts thus far but I know it's only this way because of my anatomy, I just hope that improves a little as they level out with one another healing wise. ;)
OH and I was also instructed to start another massage where I grab my breast from underneath and squeeze the implant upwards in the pocket (this still sorta gives me the willies and has my muscles over my breasts feeling a little tense).
Anyways, my next post-op appt isn't for another 6 weeks or so. I can't wait to see how much they change by then!
When did you girls notice that you stopped losing volume and became more of a permanent "size?"
Sorry for rambling, I had a long day and I'm a little sleepy.
I hope everyone's doing well! :)
Xoxo
Replies (5)
July 1, 2015
You look great! I have been going braless for several days now, but not because I've wanted to (those darn rashes of mine!). Let me know how you handle the "protruding nipples." My husband keeps gawking at me (which I don't mind) but strange guys in supermarket, no thank you! And the band is very constricting, I'm hoping to get the all clear to take it off tomorrow. But if it'll help to take down some upper pole fullness than I'll gladly keep it on! Congrats on the good marks from your PS. It's probably a relief to steer clear from any and all complications:)
July 1, 2015
Thank you so much!
And the braless in public thing is something I just cannot do. I've been at least wearing an unpadded bralette under my shirts lol. My nipples are either at full attention or way out there and puffy and obvious so no bra outside of the house is a definite no go at this point lol. And even still I've felt like I've had some gawkers lol! The band does feel a little constricting, like someone sitting on your chest. I read so many reviews that- that would be how it felt post-op without any band and I didn't feel claustrophobic at all the whole time, till I put that band on yesterday lol.
I really hope your rashes soon improve dear! Prayers and well wishes your way :)
And the braless in public thing is something I just cannot do. I've been at least wearing an unpadded bralette under my shirts lol. My nipples are either at full attention or way out there and puffy and obvious so no bra outside of the house is a definite no go at this point lol. And even still I've felt like I've had some gawkers lol! The band does feel a little constricting, like someone sitting on your chest. I read so many reviews that- that would be how it felt post-op without any band and I didn't feel claustrophobic at all the whole time, till I put that band on yesterday lol.
I really hope your rashes soon improve dear! Prayers and well wishes your way :)

July 1, 2015
I actually think NO ONE with HPs ever looks like they "lose volume ". From the fromt the first timers (no revisions ) ALL look fuller actually later on..so no worries there:!) In fact..for that reason. Lots of HP gals are in a bigger bra size six months post op than 3...they go from narrower/higher to lower and fuller:-)
July 1, 2015
Awesome! I surely hope this is the case for me!
Someone I knew said they actually lost almost a cup size from like 3 months PO to a year post-op, so that had me feeling a bit discouraged.
Someone I knew said they actually lost almost a cup size from like 3 months PO to a year post-op, so that had me feeling a bit discouraged.

July 1, 2015
Looks like you have a bit of a keloid scar from the photos. It is very important then that you use silicone sheets 24/7 for at least 2 months. Any brand will work- they are all basically the same (some have thicker or thinner silicone, some are reusable, some are disposable)

July 1, 2015
I agree, I don't think you will loose volume, mine "grew" as they dropped and fluffed. As the muscle relaxes it releases the implant and allows it to expand. You will be surprised how nice and full the will look in a few months, even more in 6 months. I have seemed to have settled into a 32DDD, but just the other day I went to put on a bra I hadn't worn since spring break in March and I had major spillage out of the top that I didn't have just a few months ago. I am glad to hear you are feeling great also!!! That first week is always little touch and go! xo
July 2, 2015
Thanks for the encouraging words! ;) and wow 32DDD, woo woo lol.
Thanks so much for all of your support throughout my journey! xox
Thanks so much for all of your support throughout my journey! xox

July 2, 2015
Your girls look great! Keep massaging like crazy to help them drop & give the 1 that's sitting a lil higher some extra attention, that's has helped me some in the past week. & your incisions are healing very nicely ;)
July 2, 2015
Thank you! :) And the massage makes them so tender that I hate doing it right now lol, I'm constantly worried I'm messing something up in there. Thanks for the encouragement and kind words! ;)

They look like torpedoes still from the side view, lol! But I'm very pleased overall and love the view from the front and the amount of side boob I have.
I'm so thankful I didn't choose one of the other surgeons who recommended 400cc HP's, they would have been way too wide and I bet I would be very, very unhappy right now! (I would probably have wound up with symmastia too?)
Dr. Cohen definitely does fabulous work!
..it's so great to finally feel so much more like a woman! :)
xoxo