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5'5'', 124lbs, BWD 13.4, 500cc Saline Unders
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I have always been probably a 32AA, wearing an A...
LLiHDNovember 22, 2016
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I have always been probably a 32AA, wearing an A cup and always wanted a BA since as long as I can remember. After having 2 kids and breast feeding them for a new months, I ended up with small, even more deflated looking chest. Finally, I decided that enough was enough and I was getting my BA. I was done talking about, it was time to DO IT! I was referred to my ps by a friend of a friend who went to him and was very happy with hers. She told us that he regularly holds seminars and if you attend one, you receive 20% off surgeons fees. My husband and I attended one of his seminars. We are so glad we did. We got to learn about his education, certifications and previous patients. Attending this seminar made us feel SO MUCH MORE COMFORTABLE with him and the entire plastic surgery process. We waited a few weeks and I scheduled my consultation. My consultation went great. I found out I have a BWD of 13.4 and I started sizing implants. Before we even went in, my husband and I decided that I would get saline. We are both much more comfortable with saline. If I have a rupture, I will know right away and what is seeping into my body is only salt water and I can still be screened for breast cancer. Anywho, so I used rice sizers pre consult and had an idea of how many cc's I wanted. I started off in the low 400s and just went up and up and up the more I got used to myself actually looking like I had breasts. The ps's office had a weird range of sizers. I tried on 493's and they were almost just right. The next step up was 533's....Those seemed like a big jump to me and too large on my frame. Since I am getting saline, I am hoping that whichever size is put in, i can get overfilled to a little over 500. Part of me feels like, starting out at 12 year old boy status, I may want bigger and won't really achieve the look I want with 500s and that I may need to go bigger. Other parts of me feels that 500s will be just right. I really don't know, but I will definitely not be going lower than 500s considering the look I want. (I would like to end up a 32ddd). If anyone has similar stats and advice they can offer, I'd appreciate it! My pre-op is on December 30th and I am anxiously awaiting that day! I will post wish pics and eventually before pics (once I build up the courage) :)
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Replies (9)
November 30, 2016
Hi! I'm 5"7 and 133 currently 34B I'm going for 500cc silicone gel HP hoping to come out around a 32 DD. I loved the look with the cutlets just a bit nervous they might be to big as I'm a huge fitness enthusiast. However everyone says go bigger than you think and they'll be under the muscle so really hoping I love the size!
November 30, 2016
Starting oUT a B cup, I think you'll be bigger than 32DD, but trust me, they'll look great on your frame!
December 9, 2016
Why a 32 ddd? Have you considered your clothing will be limited? You'll need to size up in dresses and tops. Hard to find swimwear that doesn't leave an inch deep red mark on your neck and you'll never be able to buy things in sets (s/m/l). We never think of these things on the front end. You're about my size - and I'd caution you to not go any bigger than 500 - especially saline because it's heavier than silicone. Plus that's a lot of stretch on your skin all at once. Just some things to think of. Proportional is sexy -
December 12, 2016
Last time I checked my ps is the one who is board certified in 2 areas. implants are based on BWD's for a reason. I have also taken the time to do my research until I am blue in the face. I am not the type of person who spends gobs of money without completely looking into every detail. I'd appreciate nothing but support on my posts. Thank you.
December 12, 2016
This is support. To fully round your research you cannot just research new boob's. It would be wise to read a few stories of what it's like 5 -10- 20 years out. Information is power!
April 1, 2017
What size bra do you wear now ? And how tall are you ?? They look awesome !
UPDATED FROM LLiHD
14 days pre
Pre-op in a few days!
LLiHDDecember 28, 2016
My pre-op is in a few days and I am getting so nervous. I initially wanted a friend to go with me so I could have a second set of eyes, but that didn't work out :( I've waited for so many years and it's all almost finally here! I can't believe it!! I have one teeny tiny fear about getting salines...I have the fear that one is going to rupture at some awkward moment leaving me with a deflated boob. Did any of you with salines ever have that fear? I hope it doesn't leave me holding myself back from normal everyday things.
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December 28, 2016
I had two sets deflate within 5 years but that was a long time ago. I see girls on this site that have current deflation, but they seem to last about ten years. You'll want a replacement by then anyways. Good luck.
December 29, 2016
Nope no impact. I just woke one morning (each time) and one was down. It doesn't hurt - it's just a little shocking to see. Is there a reason you picked saline? They are heavier, ripple more and feel less like real breast than silicone?
December 29, 2016
I don't feel comfortable with silicone in my body. I wound rather know right away if I have a rupture.
December 29, 2016
I understand that for sure. Well I don't think they deflate too frequently anymore, but the risk is there. There's a lady I talk with on here who's had one of hers half deflated for almost six months now. She had a medical condition that's prevented her from having them removed right away. The good news news like you said is that it's only salt water. Remember though all of the implant shells - even the saline filled implants -are silicone too. Years ago the gel that was used in them was quite thin and could spread easily through the body if a rupture occurred. The new cohesive gels are very unlikely to migrate outside of the capsule in the event of a rupture . I'm sure your PS told you that. Good for you for thinking of your health first! Good luck with everything and I hope you get the outcome you ate looking for. Your big day is coming soon! Hugs!
December 29, 2016
I do know the shells are all silicone. Thanks! I did A LOT of research, but I find myself back in the same place everytime. I get SET on saline, but now that my pre-op is tomorrow and I need to make my final decision, I start thinking silicone again. I am an anxious person and I just don't want to live my life paranoid that someone's going to throw a ball at my chest or have a random rupture at some important event with saline, but then I don't want to have a rupture that i dont know about with silicone and have it slowly leaking into my body sticking to parts of my body and not ever be able to get it out. I'm def going to voice these concerns with my ps tomorrow. I want to be happy with them and If i am worried about a spontaneous rupture all the time, i wont be happy with them.
December 29, 2016
Well there is a lot involved for sure. Despite my ruptures and complications I liked them for several years. You have a good attitude going in. Things I wish I would have really thought about are the cost of revisions / replacements and removal. I kind of thought I'd be in my 20s forever lol. Our bodies change over the years and what works then doesn't necessarily work in 5, 10 and 20 years. Get all of your questions answered and take your time making a decision OK!
December 29, 2016
No. I had silicone for many years. I had mine removed a few months ago. After years they sagged, caused neck pain and we're taxing my immune system. I had 6 sets in 22 years ....
December 29, 2016
Wow. Now, the 2 salines were for deflations, what were the other reasons for the other sets? Also, what were you more happy with in the longrun, the salines or silicone?
December 29, 2016
Silicone was definitely softer and did dad less rippling when you lie down. The other surgeries were for size upgrade, capsular contracture and the last was removal of my implants. You can read my review for details essentially I was just done. Done being the girl with big boob's. Done buying $50 bras that looked like helmets and dug into my shoulders and done not being able to shop. I'm a small girl but everything I wore outside of spandex made me look super fat. People judged me because of my breasts. Men stare - women give you dirty looks wherever you go. It got super old. Also I started having terrible joint pain hair falling out and tired all the time - all the things you hear associated with silicone toxicity. So I had them out. I can tell you that I never realized how bad I felt with them in. It was the right decision for me for sure. My silicone implants never ruptured but some pretty credible studies do shoe they bleed a small amount t through the shell each year. Add that up over 23 years and it was enough to make me feel like crap. I eat from a DD back down to an AA/A and it's been the best thing I ever did. The possibilities are literally endless for shopping and I can run like the wind lol We always want what we don't have, don't we?
To your question - I am not a doctor but I believe the medical risks associated with saline vs today's cohesive gel are not that different most women and doctors prefer silicone to saline. Ask to hold one of each in your hands. You'll see. They feel very different.
To your question - I am not a doctor but I believe the medical risks associated with saline vs today's cohesive gel are not that different most women and doctors prefer silicone to saline. Ask to hold one of each in your hands. You'll see. They feel very different.
Yes, pictures would be helpful to the community but maybe just start with a swimsuit top or tight tank top type picture? I like your plan for saline...it sounds like a solid choice for you. It's nice your husband has been helpful with your decision too. Feel free to be one of the first to join the January 2017 breast augmentation surgery forum. It's quiet now, but will become quite busy soon. Looking forward to your updates!