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My cup is half full or possibly only 1/4 full but that's enough!
UPDATED FROM rubedo
1 year post
One year update
WORTH IT$7,800
It has been one year and I am so pleased with my decision to explant. I love how I look now and bras are comfortable once again. I love wearing camisole type tops that were off the menu when I had double d's. I made the transition smoothly and seamlessly! I'm including a photo for all those who are contemplating a removal with no lift. Of course, everyone is different but if you look at women who have similar implants, over muscle, under muscle, etc., you can get a good idea of what you will look like. I looked at as many reviews as I could find from women who were similar to me implant-wise and I really did come out looking just like I thought I would, based on that research. I am 53 and have some sag but with a bra I am more than pleased with my look!
UPDATED FROM rubedo
16 days post
Pretty much in the clear now
The scary part is all over and I couldn't be happier. My ps gave me the ok to lose the ace bandage. There is just no way to look good in clothing all wrapped up in an ace bandage.
I went to Kohl's and purchased quite a few Bali Comfort Revolution bras with the padding. I love how they make me look and they are SO comfy! I don't feel squeezed to death anymore... I am so thankful for that.
My skin has retracted a bit and I actually look fairly smooth. I really can't complain. I'm a b cup and I'll take it! I'm loving how I look in clothing. I feel normal again.
I went to Kohl's and purchased quite a few Bali Comfort Revolution bras with the padding. I love how they make me look and they are SO comfy! I don't feel squeezed to death anymore... I am so thankful for that.
My skin has retracted a bit and I actually look fairly smooth. I really can't complain. I'm a b cup and I'll take it! I'm loving how I look in clothing. I feel normal again.
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November 24, 2013
Yay Rubedo!! Going to def check out the Bali bras!! I am still in sports bras - just so darn comfy! Congrats on your new look!!
December 10, 2013
Wow u look GREAT! I'm so happy & excited for u! I will be post explant 30 days on the 11th. I am loving the new me as well & shopping is a blast now. There is so much I CAN wear now!
December 10, 2013
I need to update my pix. I'm about 6 weeks out and the wrinkling is gone. Swelling is gone and I'm still a B! Couldn't be happier :)
November 13, 2014
You look fabulous! I am 3 weeks post explant and am amazed every day at the skin firming and retraction that has taken place! Happy for you!!
UPDATED FROM rubedo
5 days post
Dress up
I played dress up this morning and I have to say that I am loving my new look. I don't feel any regret or misgivings at all. Maybe that is due to my age and the fact that sad events in my past are not tied to my breasts. I know that some of the younger women on this site have experienced that and I truly hope that it resolves. I'm flatter than a lot of the women on here but I'm happy with it. I can enhance when I want. I almost feel like I have to enhance immediately so the difference won't be so noticeable but I'm loving the sleek look right now. My profile is athletic, petite, and feminine... and it's true that you do look thinner. Even with the bloated stomach right now! Thrilled! I am so happy not to look like a walking pair of boobs!
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November 12, 2013
Distended stomach is the fluid and anesthetic--sucks!! But goes away in a few days
November 12, 2013
.....I think your boobs look fantastic. I really hope mine would look like that too. Well done. I hope you heal quickly...:-)
November 16, 2013
You look fine! It will get better day by day... The bloated tummy will go once the pain meds are stopped and the boobies will fluff up! I think it is a huge pity that your surgeon was not really supportive of your decision. My PS encouraged to explant, told me to research implants, biofilm infections and their relation to cc, told me to consider fat grafting rather than replacement. ( he was not willing to even consider replacement with other implants until after 6 months). So it depends who you speak to. I respect my PS for recognizing the issues that have become apparent with implants, for researching this and exploring alternatives, rather than continuing with what has been a straightforward money earning routine op for most Plastic surgeons. Initially I wasn't happy with his message, wanted a quick albeit maybe smaller replacement, but the more I researched, the more I asked him, the clearer it became that the tupperware had to go - permanently.
I'm sure that you will be very happy that you made this decision.
November 16, 2013
Sounds like you have a great ps. I am already very happy with my decision. I love my new look!
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