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Natural breast augmentation- a win win procedure

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After comparing with PS in Orlando, I decided to...

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After comparing with PS in Orlando, I decided to use Dr Kirk for the procedure. She is very friendly to talk to, young yet professional. I never wanted an implant in my body but my chest was just pitifully flat. Fat grafting breast augmentation seem to be a perfect solution. The first surgeon I visited has years of experience in this area, but his attitude was not as optimistic as Dr Kirk. He did not think there will be enough fat tissue and therefore, I should not have high expectation. The consultation experience with Dr Kirk was great. She offered the same treatment of the fat grafting areas with confidence. On the day of surgery, Dr Kirk patiently found fat tissue from my thigh, abdomen, and flank areas for grafting. I can see her skill demonstrated from the incisions size/depth and her thoughtfulness from the incision locations. The anesthesia team were wonderful as well; I woke up feel pain immediately (which means sufficient but not over saturated medication was applied) and that's when the healing process begins.

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Sofia K. Kirk, MD

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October 16, 2015

Congratulations! Do you know about how many cc's of fat were grafted to your breasts? Do you have someone helping you post op? Please update us often. Happy healing!

October 24, 2015
What was BMI before the procedure? My is 20 and was told that I did not have enough fat for the procedure. How much did you pay for the procedure?
October 24, 2015
My BMI was approx 18.9 before surgery.
The fee varies based on individual but it will be less than average if less time is needed to harvest the fat tissue; I rather not stir up the false hope or have people shy away because of the cost. You can make consultation with PS and find out the cost that is specific for you.
October 25, 2015
Thanks for your reply. I might need many sites to harvest fat from and that will cost more than just one. Do you recent pictures to show. It would be nice to know how are they doing.
January 8, 2016
Your "new" breasts look almost exactly like what I am hoping to achieve. Not extremely large, just a nicely rounded natural shape a bit fuller than I have now. Thanks for sharing your experience
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9 days post

Fat grafting breast augmentation

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1 week post-op, everything went well!
Follow up visit with Dr Kirk was great, she's such a warm and caring person.
I was told appox. 375cc were grafted to the breast, can't believe my chest is no longer flat.
My journey of recovery was super; the bruises from lipo has gone down significantly. I took 2 Tylenol 500mg capsules after the surgery, 2 at night on the same day, and 2x2 on the following day and after that no pain pill was needed, the prescribed pain medication remain untouched... I believe our body has amazing power of self-healing, big thanks to our Creator.
In fact, there has not been much pain at all on the breast, only some discomfort from the tissue grafting sites, but still very tolerable from my experience.
The pre-op breast tissue expansion does contributed much on the ease of post-op pain; though the BRAVA or BRAVA Alternative tissue expansion was somewhat agonizing and labor intensive ; it was important and well worthy for the procedure. (Message me if you'd like to know more about BRAVA Alternative device I used.)
Day 3 after surgery, I was in the gym walking on the treadmill, almost started running after 1 mile but common sense refrained myself from doing so, just wondering if my boobs would shakes up and down, haha...
Return to work on Day 4 and my life was 95% back to normal on Day 5, except some bruises and swell from the donor sites.
The photos are from 8 days post-op, no swelling or pain. First time in my life that I can put my palms under and push the breast up. They may not look impressive but if you'd seen my pre-op photos, imagine over-easy fried eggs with nipple on top of it, you'd probably give my PS a round of applause!! :) :)

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October 22, 2015
You look really good ! Keep us updated ! By any chance, do you have before pictures ?
October 22, 2015
The doctor's office might have some on file but I did not take any :)
October 22, 2015
Thank you SO much for this review. I'm having my implants removed with Dr Rumsey of Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery in 6 days. My husbamd and I just today decided to see Dr. Kirk because I no longer want implants. Great to see another review for her and this procedure.
October 22, 2015
You're welcome and best wishes on your upcoming procedure!
Dr. Kirk is truly wonderful in what she does, I'm so thankful having her for my FTBA procedure!!
October 23, 2015
What device did you use?
October 23, 2015
I used Enhance system, you can get the entire set from eBay or from this link-
http://enhancebreastenlargement.com/using_your_enhance_system

I also used another system called KangZhu breast cupping system, you can get them from eBay or Amazon. You'll need a pump and a pair of cups of your desired size.

Both systems cost far less compared to BRAVA yet produce the similar outcome.
October 25, 2015
What do you think of BRAVA without surgery? It amazes me how doctors are praised here and God is rarely mentioned, don't you think it's hypocritical for Christians to have cosmetic surgery?
October 25, 2015
Thank you for the question and comment. My 'BRAVA alternative' experience was not as positive as the surgical experience; it's more like delayed pleasure v.s. instant gratification. The device helped expand the tissue & stretch the skin; my sleep was compromised many nights because of the 'growing pain' from using the device. It does expanded approx 1/3 - 1/2 cup from my 5 weeks usage, for 6-9 hours per night. I guess my skin was tight.
God knows how much I praise Him for this procedure and for Dr Kirk; I just did not think this is the place to express my gratitude. Being a Christian is about setting priorty in our heart and submit to God's will; there is nothing hypocritical of improving our physical wellness.
I have no doubt God considers me beautiful being flat-chested and loves me the same after surgery; God turns our brokenness into something beautiful all the time. Using BRAVA with or without surgery is no different than coloring our grey or getting gastric bypass surgery to help weight-loss; as long as we set the priorty right in our heart and let nothing consumes us from worshipping Him. In fact, I think more Christians should utilize cosmetic treatment, if needed. God did not intend to give plastic surgeons the special skills, the distinct sense of beauty, and their creativity and then block the access for God's people; so go on and love your plastic surgeons and remind them how they were wonderfully made!
October 27, 2015
Thanks! Are you a doctor or surgeon?
October 27, 2015
No, I'm not
October 26, 2015
Hi You look beautiful in your photos, very natural. I'm 7 weeks after FT to breasts, I explanted a year a go and wanted to improve what I was left with, so no need for BRAVA as plenty as spare space! I had 350 cc's, similar to you, into each side, I was told by my PS that the effect after three months would be subtle, I'm hopeful I don't lose too much but I have lost quite a bit already! I'll review mine in a month, I just cant tell if its been worth it yet, are you still wearing the spanx/compression garment? Best wishes
October 26, 2015
Thank you. I'm off the compression garment now though technically it'll be 2 weeks tomorrow :P. My right breast has reduced a bit but feel soft, I guess because I'm right handed; fat tend to do better with less motor movement. The left side still has the same volume. Do keep us posted how it goes at the 3 months mark. Best wishes for your good retention outcome!
October 28, 2015
Can you please state your age. I am looking into this procedure and I know age is important. Also, I have heard your legs may not look good in shorts after this harvesting. Please keep us updated.
October 28, 2015
Thank you for the question. I'm 40, single, never been pregnant. My thighs, abs, and back look fine after the procedure; the sites are healing and the skin is smooth. I guess it's all depended on the harvesting technique.
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14 days post

2wks post op, natural breast augmentation

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2 weeks post-op; feels like 1 month or longer already. Lipo sites are healing nicely, my thighs used to look patrotic-red, white, and lots of blue, are now with trace of red and yellow. Breast started to feel soft on both sides; I've been eating more steak and oatmeal lately trying to feed my newly relocated fat ; )
My pants are dropping, I can wear a pair of bike compression shorts inside the pants to hold them up to my waist. I feel great overall, the only discomfort part up to this day is the harvest sites from my lower back and hip areas. It's probably too soon to evaluate the transferred fat retention in 2 weeks but will post an update at 3 months post-op with some photos.

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October 28, 2015
Would live to see pics post op
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November 2, 2015
Hello, I was considering have this done as I am flat as you were! Please keep us posted, I would love to know how much fat actually did not absorb and if you think it was all worth it! Thanks
November 2, 2015
I'm almost 3 weeks post-op and looks like they are 95% volume remaining compared to my 1st day post-op, after all the swelling has gone down. The breasts feel soft and I'm very pleased with the result so far, will update at 3-month mark as it's suggested after 3 months, the result will more likely be permanent. The final fat retention has something to do with how meticulous and skillful/patient the surgeon was during fat injection; I think my PS-Dr Kirk did an excellent job!