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27 Year Old. No Kids. Much Needed Lift - Huntington, NY

UPDATED FROM deekay88
1 year post

1year post op breast lift & reduction

deekay88
January 25th was my one year since I had my breast lift and reduction. I can not say anymore great things about my surgeon since phenomenal covers it. I am very pleased with my incisions. As well, I am pleased with the overall work. I feel like I have gained a new self confidence that I never had before. It is such a liberating moment for myself in the dressing rooms where I can try whatever I want on. I no longer have the huge, uneven chest holding me back. The procedure was worth every dollar in my mind.

I also am now 6 sessions into laser tattoo removal. Looking forward to the results of that

deekay88's provider

Charlotte A. Rhee, MD

Charlotte A. Rhee, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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February 22, 2017
Your results look amazing! I am looking into getting mine lifted, like you I have had large breasts all of my life but in my case they have shrunk with age.
What I particularly like with your outcome is that a year out they still look very lifted, congrats!
February 23, 2017
Thank you for your story - I am going to be having the same procedure, starting from a similar asymmetric situation. I am worried that I will feel too small after it's over since I'm starting from DD/DDD and will probably end up around a C. You look great!
May 12, 2017
I am sorry for the delayed response. I never felt small after my procedure. But I so badly wanted to get rid of the burden of large breast. The fact that a bra is optional now is just a liberating feeling. I am not mad that I don't have clevage. I kid and say that my breast are mad at each other since they no longer constantly touch. Lol. But I prefer the smaller very natural look. It fits my frame. I hope everything went/goes as planned for you.
February 25, 2017
Looking wonderful!!! Congrats on a beautiful result :) Im worried about the scars with a lift, but seeing your after one year makes me feel a lot better!
May 12, 2017
Sorry for the delayed response. But I used a few products on my breast to help. I immediately began using coconut oil & cream on my breast and entire area of my chest to keep it moisturized to help with stretching and such. As soon as I was cleared to steer using scar cream I began using maderma daily. And I would go to sleep with the silicone scar strips. To help cut down cost I was cut the strips in half to line up with the scar. But I did this for months. I also would go to work with the silicone strips at times. I stayed on top of the after care. As well, I went back to taking my vitamin E capsules and biotin. These are both supplements I feel are very important in the aid of skin care.
April 4, 2017
Amazing! Wow. See so many think size is everything. Nope - shape is! This is beautiful. Congrats.
May 12, 2017
Size isn't everything.. I am happy i am the size that I am now. It makes shopping easier, as well as the ability to wear various items that I couldn't before. I felt like I was bound to wearing a bra. I have no clevage, no side boob, nothing. I honestly hated the looks I got with the clevage so it's nice that I can finally lose the uni-boob.
May 12, 2017
Thank you! Mine breast shrunk with weight loss. Which for myself was such a bitter sweet feeling. I finally had the physique I desired but my breast held me back from feeling confident.

They are still lifted and as long as I maintain my weight I should not see much stretching or sagging due to the fact I gain in my chest. After the procedure they slower settled. I love my new breast and couldn't be happier with the decision.
UPDATED FROM deekay88
9 months post

9 month post op Update breast lift and reduction

deekay88
9 months post op

I have had no difficulties or issues since the last update. I went all summer in triangle top bikinis, which I was never able to wear before. As well, my wardrobe change most definitely! There are no restrictions on what I can wear I am no longer obligated to wearing a bra and I love that!!

I believe I am still healing since my scars continue to fade. I use the scar-away silicone scar strips to help. As well, I am still using mederma for the scars as well.

The only complaint i have that randomly in the middle of my scar on my left test became itchy. The itch was not one that could be scratched away. It would come and go at very random and lasted about a week or so. Not sure what that was but since then nothing has bothered me. I provided photos labels 6&9 month post op.

I hope this post helps someone whose debating whether they should book a surgery or not. This was by far the best thing I could have done. I feel light a weight has been lifted off my shoulders.. literally! It was never a regret or mistake and I urge anyone who feels constricted by their breast to take the leap. I know they are just 'boobs' but this helped me with my self image and my self esteem. I feel better and I look better. This was not something I did for anyone else but myself. This was a game changer in my life and I love the new me!!

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October 29, 2016
You look great! Congrats!
November 2, 2016
you look fantastic!
November 4, 2016
Thank you :)
November 4, 2016
You look fabulous!
November 6, 2016
You look amazing.. congratulations!
UPDATED FROM deekay88
28 days post

Update- close to 1 month post op

deekay88
Everything is healing fine and I am so pleased with the incisions. I had all the stitches removed now and the doctor had to reopen my drain area to let out fluid that my body created. It is common that this occurs, so she opened the area a tiny little bit and squeezed out the trapped fluid. I had to see her three times in the last week to repeat this process. In all honestly, after my two week mark I started doing and hour and a half of cardio.. Speed walking on the treadmill after doing that twice my body naturally produced this fluid. The only way to resolve the issue is to take it easy. So that is what I have been doing. The threat of having a drain put back in was not ideal. So I have not walked or been active. Otherwise my recovery has been amazing. I have no pain, I barely even bruised thanks to the arnicare tablets that were recommended by my suregeon. So now I am patiently waiting for everything to completely heal up and begin using the maderma to help reduce the fine lines.

I am very pleased and satisfied with the results so far and looking forward to need clothes. The best part about this is they my breast are now in proportion to my body and I feel much more confident. Everyone who was aware I was having this procedure thought that I was absolutely crazy and said there was nothing wrong with my chest. They were unaware of how a great bra could hide flaws. I feel Amazon and confident and anyone who is considering this procedure, go for it!

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February 23, 2016
You look awesome! Thanks for posting. Glad you're on the mend
February 23, 2016
One question, I don't know if you work, if you did how long would you have been out of work?
February 23, 2016
Thank you! I do work. I went back after a full two weeks. No complications of difficulty
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October 29, 2016
Gorgeous !