POSTED UNDER Breast Implant Revision REVIEWS
200cc 1 cup size!! A cup+ 325/350cc HP too small!!!!
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Some of you may have read my first review. A year...
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Some of you may have read my first review. A year ago this Tuesday, I got my first BA with Natrelle 325cc & 350cc Style 20. I started a small A cup and was hoping to be a mid-full 34C. From day one of the surgery I knew that they looked the wrong size but it wasn't until months and months of waiting for them to fill out that I realized that they weren't going to change. After a year of disappointment and wearing padded bra's to get "the look" that I was expecting the first time around. Oh well, I realize that things don't always go as planned. My first PS just didn't feel that she could give me the look & size that I wanted so I found another doctor that I feel confident can give me large breasts.
I would be lying if I said that I was not afraid of going through this surgery again! The first time was scary but I know what to expect now. The only fear is of the unknown consequences and whether or not it is worth it. I do feel unhappy with what I have now. They are not very complimentary on my figure and I look completely "natural".
The one thing that I do know is that they are not what I wanted so I have two options. Live with them being the wrong size or have them exchanged for larger implants. I hope that the 2nd time is easier than the 1st.
I would be lying if I said that I was not afraid of going through this surgery again! The first time was scary but I know what to expect now. The only fear is of the unknown consequences and whether or not it is worth it. I do feel unhappy with what I have now. They are not very complimentary on my figure and I look completely "natural".
The one thing that I do know is that they are not what I wanted so I have two options. Live with them being the wrong size or have them exchanged for larger implants. I hope that the 2nd time is easier than the 1st.
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May 6, 2015
I don't think you need to go bigger you look amazing in my opinion. I would say go back if you get capsulectomy or something wrong happens to them but for bigger. I think this is very appropriate for your shape :-)
May 9, 2015
May I ask the name of your new doctor? I recently had mine done in Houston and am very unhappy. I felt that the surgeon did not spend enough time with me to educate me on cc's. Although he is a good surgeon, he is not a board certified plastic surgeon, which was a huge mis-step on my part. I went 325 cc but was extremely small before since having breastfed two children. It is extremely upsetting, especially when you go for your post op check ups and your surgeon is never available. I'm writing because I feel that I can relate to your situation. I hope it all works out!
May 12, 2015
My new doc is Dr Young Cho (Integrated Plastic Surgery). I only had one pre-op visit but he seemed way more sympathetic with my situation. He immediately noticed that my breasts were uneven and said that he could bring them closer to give me cleavage. My current implants sit so far away from each other that they are pointing outward instead of coming together in the center. I wear bras to give the illusion of cleavage but if I wear no bra, it looks like I have nothing there. I think that there are a lot of good doctors out there but some just don't genually care about their patients. My pre-op and surgery was very rushed and it felt like I was going in for a routine hair appointment and not a major surgery. I hope that our stories can help others not to make the same mistakes in judgement. If a surgeon doesn't have time for their patients, they don't deserve their $$$!!!
I'm here for you anytime you need a friend to lean on. Hope you feel better! XOXO
May 11, 2015
Can u share the name of your new doc? I am looking for a revision specialist.
May 12, 2015
are you still feeling too small? I got 325 ccs and I feel too small, too, but I wanted HP for the projection & upper pole fullness & the Dr didn't listen! I have a great new PS that I'm very happy with!! He listens to his patients!! How are you doing?
May 12, 2015
Yes, I still feel too small. I didn't have much natural breast tissue to start with. I'm glad that you found a good doctor! What's his name? I'm doing fine except for the "boobie blues".
May 28, 2015
Hi fitness gal, i just saw that u responded who your new doc is. Have u seen his work? Or talked to any of his patients? I hope he is your answer! Keep us posted! But i think u look great!
June 5, 2015
Honestly, I haven't researched him much yet. I plan on doing a lot more work and weighing my options before jumping into surgery again. Thanks! :)
July 8, 2015
Hey there! I've been following your story for a while because I'm in Houston also and looking for a surgeon. I've had 4 consults and 2 more scheduled next week. Dr. Cho has no before and afters, so that usually puts me off. I completely skipped Dr. Kim before I even read your experience because I didn't like her before and afters. Have you seen Dr. Ciaravino? He uses mostly higher profile implants. I'm scared of high HP so I skipped him. Everyone I've seen has recommended mod+ for me (I'm 5'8) My next consult is with Dr. Feldman. I'm trying to do more research on him. Like you, I want bigger, but with a natural slope - 45/55 if you will.
UPDATED FROM Fitnessgal23
Thoughts...
Lately I have been trying to get my "boobs" off my mind. It's a struggle each day when you have to look at something that makes you feel embarrassed. I don't really like dressing at the gym and feel self conscious around my husband even. I never felt like this with my A cups before but I think there is a certain expectation that when you get an augmentation, you should have large breasts. At least, that is what I had expected and wanted.
My husband has been trying to get me to forget about them. I would love to let go of some of the hurt and anger that I have toward my doctor for letting me down. I put my trust in her and feel that I didn't get honesty in return. I am usually pretty easygoing but not when it comes to someone altering my body and having little regard for how it will look afterwards. I guess it has been hard for me to accept but eventually I will have to move past the hurt and disappointment.
On a lighter note, I will be focusing more on my artwork which brings me satisfaction and is a positive outlet for me. Till next time...XOXO
My husband has been trying to get me to forget about them. I would love to let go of some of the hurt and anger that I have toward my doctor for letting me down. I put my trust in her and feel that I didn't get honesty in return. I am usually pretty easygoing but not when it comes to someone altering my body and having little regard for how it will look afterwards. I guess it has been hard for me to accept but eventually I will have to move past the hurt and disappointment.
On a lighter note, I will be focusing more on my artwork which brings me satisfaction and is a positive outlet for me. Till next time...XOXO
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May 16, 2015
I understand you really well. You know my story. For years I harboured resentment toward mine for not going bigger. Now, whenI know how much he exceeded the base width it upsets me he pit me at such huge risk. ItIt's not a grudge at present, just sadness. What overrides it ( sadness) though is that nlthing tragic has happened. My breasts is extremely close, and there's some rippling when i bend ( their oversized), I'm thankful bras correct very well, and that I am well by and large. I even bought a swimsuit,which makes me look very natural, and hope to finally wear it this year. I'm only slightly upset that in account of boob greed insanity I ruined the romantic relationship I was in.
May 16, 2015
I'm sending loads of prayera, and thoughts your way so you are granted insight into what to do next. Xoxo
May 16, 2015
oh God, and I am not saying revisions are bad, I am only saying that it was me to live in the fog, and misery which was completely unnecessary. I pray you understand me right, Fitnessgal23.
May 16, 2015
Thank u Marmolada! I am truly sorry that you had to go through that. It's a shame that there are doctors out there who don't think twice about their decisions and put their patients at risk and leave them to suffer the consequences. I think that you look beautiful and I understand how you feel. My implants are a bit wide and they constantly give me discomfort. I don't want to go through the surgery all over again. What if the results are worse? It's a scary possibility. Not to mention, I have wasted so much time regretting the decision to have them done. :-/
I put my husband through a lot with my constant worrying and complaining about them, bouts of depression & anger.
I'm sry that you are still suffering from sadness... I hope that you start to feel better too!!! :::big hugs:::: XOXO
May 16, 2015
Thank you. Now It isn't sadness because of too small a size anymore, it is because I wasted so much energy. Gratitude, thankfulness, and acceptance prevail. (Hurrah!) .
Remember that whatever you opt for , I'll be supportive, and so will many other fellow RS.
Have a brilliant , sunlit, and joyous day:))
May 18, 2015
XO right back at YA;). I am trying to get into my artwork too--with a whole new energy of painting from my heart and imagination instead of trying to be precise and methodical--art should be a release from the stress of everyday life, and a positive distraction from BA regret! I am still 'secretly' on RS despite my husband hoping I have moved on from boobie land! But I do enjoy this community and I'm still waiting and a little stressed about my final outcome. But I know for sure that YOU need a surgeon who will take some REAL time with you, who has LOTS of experience, and who will be very HONEST about outcome. It APPEARS as though you have more space medially for implants, but does that place them in your armpits to keep them centered behind your NAC? Second BA my surgeon placed mine more medially which gave me a bit of cleavage and more tissue toward the center, which increased upper pole too. Is that possible for you?
May 18, 2015
I would love to see some of your artwork. I bet it looks awesome!!! I think that it has helped me tremendously to focus my mind and energy someplace else.
Your hubby sounds like mine. Lol. My husband will come up to me while I'm on the iPad and ask if I'm "boobie blogging" and he can tell if I'm on this site. I try to hide it from him...
I agree, I have a gap in the center. I do have a wide breast bone but my breasts face away from each other which makes the gap more pronounced. Dr. Cho mentioned bringing them closer together and giving me more cleavage. My original PS didnt center my implants medially so they point off to the sides.
I'm hopeful that this can be fixed...
May 18, 2015
I'm so glad that you were able to move past the disappointment. I pray that I will too...I spend way too much time obsessing over my boobs. I think that once I can accept the fact that they aren't gonna be perfect (even if I get a revision).
Thank u for your support!!! You have a wonderful day as well :) XOXO
May 25, 2015
Good luck on your journey. Hopefully you can find peace in knowing that you don't have to be stuck with them for the rest of your life and they CAN be fixed! Stay positive!
May 27, 2015
Thank you :)) yes, I feel better. I know that someday I can get them fixed. XOXO :::hugs:::
May 26, 2015
I understand the awful feeling of having to look at something everyday that makes you feel embarrassed and icky. I wish you all the luck in the world for your second time around. I'm glad you have something to enjoy so you can get away from the negativity for a bit. Good luck hun! xoxo
May 27, 2015
Thank you sweetie! I am hopeful that I will be able to get them fixed. Despite the size being too small, one implant never fully dropped so I need that fixed (might as well exchange implants too). XOXO
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