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31 Year Old Mother of Two, 32aa to 275cc textured high profile
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I decided to do this procedure several years ago...
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I decided to do this procedure several years ago but was waiting until the right time. Now in 2016 with two kids and financial stability I am ready...I think. I'm very nervous and have been researching and reading probably more than I should. I am hoping to have 250cc silicone moderate plus profile smooth round. I am looking for a smaller more natural augmentation. My biggest fear is capsular contracture and of course complications with any surgical procedure. Also the pain during recovery. I have had my consultation with Dr. Kramer out of meridian and was impressed with his knowledge and honest answers. During the consultation I was measured and tried on sizers. My pre op is February 25th and my surgery is scheduled for March 16th. I'll keep updating my progress as I move forward with this thrilling yet scary experience. If I get brave enough I'll post some before pictures.
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February 13, 2016
I am 5'5" 115, was very flat chested. I just had my BA on the 4th of February. I was looking for very natural looking smallish breasts, was thinking 34 b. Dr really encouraged me to go for a bit bigger because he felt it would fit my frame better. After many months of going back and forth on size I just told him to go with what fit my frame. I ended up with 275ccs, rounded moderate pluses, sub pectorally. They look very natural. My husband thinks they are the perfect size. I kind of wish I'd gone 25ccs smaller. I think the reason I wish they were a little smaller is because I'd feel they were a little easier to hide. I'm not telling anyone except my husband. I'd been wearing padded bras before, so I guess that has fooled people because no one has seemed to notice my new sized breasts. I think people consider me to be one of the last people that would ever do something like this. I am now a full c. Recovery is going well and is actually a bit easier than I was bracing myself for. I hired Simone to help out with my three kids (1,4&6) during the weekdays for two weeks. This was a life saver, as my husband has been out of town. Would definitely recommend getting help if you have kids. I can get by on my own pretty easily now, but that first week would have been near impossible to manage on my own. I am also nervous about capsular contraction. My dr has a pretty low rate of that, 5%. I think you just need to be very consistent with the massaging and displacing of the implant so that the pocket scars itself and does not adhere to the implant. I did buy the extended warranty of the implants just in case. Good luck with your surgery!
February 13, 2016
Thank you so much for your comments! I have my mom taking my two girls (2 and 6) for a week. My husband will be home with me for the first two days then I'll be on my own. Do you think that a week is good? I'm worried about how I will handle it all after they come home. They like to climb all over me and smash my little breasts as it is. I'm worried they will do the same and I'll be in a constant state of boobie defense lol.
February 13, 2016
I'm also not telling many people. My mom husband and best friend. I'm hoping no one will notice as well. And as you said, everyone I know would also never ever consider me to be one to do this. So I don't think they will question...hopefully anyway because I have not come up with a response for that awkward moment.
February 14, 2016
I think a solid week is pretty good. You'll still be sore and won't be able to lift much, but you'll be able to manage. On am fully on my own now with my three, husband is out of town and I don't have the sitter anymore. I am still sore, but have not been taking any pain meds since five days after they surgery, they messed up my digestion. I am on major boobie defense. They always find a way to bump into them. You'll be alright! If I'm doing it, you can! :)
February 14, 2016
I wish I could tell a friend or family member, but as much as I love my friends and family I don't think any of them are great at keeping secrets - I just know it would spread like wild fire. :)
February 16, 2016
March 16th! 30 days away! I've slowly been collecting items for recovery. Any "must haves" you could recommend?
February 16, 2016
Since my surgeon recommended no bra for 4-6 weeks after, nipple covers are very useful :)
UPDATED FROM sage46
3 months pre
My stats
I forgot to add my stats, I'm 5'4" 105 lbs. very petite and small frame and chest area.
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February 13, 2016
I'm 5'8, 120lbs and just got 275cc silicone moderate plus smooth round on Jan.11th. I wanted to be a full B but I'm now a 34C which is ok...lol. I was 34D after surgery with the swelling and I was a bit freaked out because that was just too much for me. I was looking for very natural and I'm very happy so far. I'm 4 weeks out and still waiting for "drop and fluff" to happen but I don't think they're really going to change much in size at this point. I think you will probably have a similar experience. Good Luck!!!
February 13, 2016
Yeah I have seen some women going for a B and end up a D! I'm really hoping that doesn't happen. I won't mind a small C but I think since I've spent my entire life so tiny it kind of scares me a little. Are you happy with the moderate plus? I am going to have my husband come with me for the pre op and try on the sizers again to get another opinion. Thanks for your comments!
February 13, 2016
I basically found a woman surgeon, told her what I wanted and trusted her expertise. She promised me that she tended to be conservative which I liked. I never really even got into the profile discussion, but if I had found this site before I had the surgery I probably would have.
My wish was just to not look like an un-proportioned Barbie doll. I wanted anyone I meet in the future to not even question "are they real?" Obviously my friends and family know because I had nothing before but I feel like I'm a great size. Not too big and definitely not small because I've been there.
Oddly enough, my biggest adjustment has actually been changing my mindset about what clothing, bras, swimsuits, etc. I can wear. Before i steered away from anything low-cut, backless, or unpadded and now, I keep having to consciously stop myself from hanging the article back on the rack in defeat and cheer when I try it on and I finally can fill it out!!
My wish was just to not look like an un-proportioned Barbie doll. I wanted anyone I meet in the future to not even question "are they real?" Obviously my friends and family know because I had nothing before but I feel like I'm a great size. Not too big and definitely not small because I've been there.
Oddly enough, my biggest adjustment has actually been changing my mindset about what clothing, bras, swimsuits, etc. I can wear. Before i steered away from anything low-cut, backless, or unpadded and now, I keep having to consciously stop myself from hanging the article back on the rack in defeat and cheer when I try it on and I finally can fill it out!!
February 13, 2016
Burtis, we have similar stats, height and weight, AND I'm also 4 weeks out as well. I went back and forth after surgery thinking I went too small but I really believe in long run this size is perfect for my personality and active lifestyle. I really wanted to be natural.
I was nervous about surgical complications as well and that's one reason I put surgery off for so long...but just remind yourself how rare it is. Recovery wasn't too bad and looking back the time went by quickly. Good luck!
I was nervous about surgical complications as well and that's one reason I put surgery off for so long...but just remind yourself how rare it is. Recovery wasn't too bad and looking back the time went by quickly. Good luck!
February 13, 2016
That is awesome! I've always done the same thing. So many outfits and bathing suits I've passed up because I knew I couldn't fill it out. Even a push up bra was worthless when I have nothing to push up. I hate going into the bra section and seeing all the cute bras that I could never wear. I'm so excited to be able to walk into the bra section with confidence and buy whichever one I want! I don't even like bras but I thinks it's because i have no reason to wear them, like a love hate relationship. How was your recovery? How do they feel? Like can you feel them in your chest? I'm so curious about that aspect of it.
February 17, 2016
Compared to some of the experiences I read, I feel like my recovery was pretty easy. I was never really in pain, just sore and felt a lot of chest pressure the first 24-48 hours. My surgery was on a Monday AM and by Wednesday I was off painkillers. They are slowly getting softer and squisher by the day. I am now 5 weeks out and I can see a little drop but not much. I think I'll see a big difference in the next 3 weeks. I can't feel them in my chest per say, I could at hear them "gurgle?" the first week when I moved them around. Personally, I still feel at this point like they're not a part of me just because they don't move much and still look like flesh colored balloons have been taped on. They've just started to jiggle around and I think once they drop, I'll finally feel like they're a part of me. LOL
February 17, 2016
Lol. Makes sense. I've heard of the "gurgle". Haha. good luck and happy healing. I hope my recovery is similar to yours.
February 17, 2016
Hi I am 5'5" and around 120 pounds and ended up with a 325 cc which looks really nice and natural. What really helped me was to show the doctor pictures of what I wanted ad also sizes I did not want. I am currently 5 weeks post op and feel great and love my additions ;))). I went to VS recently and was surprised to see that in one bra I was a 34c but in another ( no lining, lacy) I was a 32 DD... ;). It was actually nice :)
February 13, 2016
Hi sage, I have more less same stats: 5,2 and 104. I had my BA 2,5 months ago. I had 250cc abatomical, I went from a 32a to d! They are to me very big! I'm very happy and wanted more and the surgeon doesn't because of my stats. I wanted natural result. He was right and this is what I have. They are perfect! Good luck for your journey! Best
February 13, 2016
Awesome! So glad to hear that. its so nice to hear from others how their experience went and what size they ended up with. It really helps me as far as considering my size implant and so forth.
February 14, 2016
Hi Sage- I'm 5'5 104lbs and also wanted a small and natural augmentation. I opted for 235cc Mentor moderate profile sub muscular. My goal was small B-ish end result as I am obviously very slender and don't like the extra large high profile look. I am 7 weeks post-op and thrilled with my results. I will post some pictures soon so you can have another reference. Though everyone's bodies and breast anatomy/shape is different as I'm sure you've noticed there's far fewer examples of these sized implants to help you gauge expectations. I'll try to get them up asap!
February 15, 2016
Would love to see your before and after photos. It is so hard to find comparisons in this size range. How was your recovery? Was it worth it to you? can you feel the implants?
February 15, 2016
I am 5'3" and 104lbs. I got the Mentor anatomical 255cc and went from 32AA to 32C which is perfect for me. I posted my picture under my profile.
February 17, 2016
Hello! I will look forward to following you, I have the exact same stats as you, I am due surgery on the 17th march, decided on 270cc but maybe go to 240?. I am like you, I am a very private person and don't want work etc to know x
February 17, 2016
Hi! I am also unsure between 250 and 275 but j think I'll have a better idea after my pre op, which is feb 25th, next Thursday! I'll post my update on how my pre op goes. Congrats on your upcoming surgery. I'll try to post pics and updates the day or my surgery (depending on how I feel).
February 17, 2016
Hello!!! Just remember that normally to increase 1 cup size it's between 150-200cc depending on the person, in my case 200cc...
February 18, 2016
Thanks for the info! I had heard that from a few people on this site, deciding on size is so hard lol.
UPDATED FROM sage46
3 months pre
Pre op today!
So I finally had my pre op (the suspense has been killing me lol). It went well. I signed all my paper work and paid the full balance at PS office and the surgical center. I tried on sizers again but only one size and profile and wish I had tried the high profile as well. I decided on 275 round textured moderate plus. But now I'm second guessing my decision and wondering if high profile might be better on my tiny frame. Any ladies out there with high profile feel free to comment and give me your input. Moderate plus ladies as well. Would love to hear the pros and cons. My surgery is set for March 16th and I am to arrive at 6:30 a.m and surgery is at 7:30. I think my nerves have calmed and I'm more excited now than scared. The doctor took my before pictures today and also some more measuring. My doctor also places drains...not looking forward to that but I've seen his results and they all look great so I trust his opinions and techniques. So about 20 days to go! Oh and anyone with textured implants I would love to hear from you as well.
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February 26, 2016
Hey girl! I had my pre-op today as well! I am tiny myself, 5'2 and 103lbs. My PS chooses the implant profile only after you decide on the cc's you like. Based on you BWD, he finds the right fit for you whether it b moderates or HP. So wasn't really a choice as I am winding up with 397cc moderate profile. I wanted moderate so am happy about that. I had liked the 371cc but he accomodates for loss under the muscle. I am nervous this may be too big but the widths fit and I trust him 100%. He also brings sizes into the OR which makes me feel better that I know he will choose what looks the best on me. Do u know your Breast width? It should be close to the implant size you chose.( not the cc's, but the dimension of the implant.) I'm tinier than you and going so much bigger it seems! I'm guessing my breast width is bigger than yours. I'm almost a 13, so mods work. Good luck! I'm going in March 9th!!!
February 26, 2016
I don't know my breast width. Maybe I should find that out. I am so worried about the size and profile lol. When I tried them on in the office they seemed so heavy and huge! Lol. Guess I'm just not used to boobs at all so was intimidating.
February 26, 2016
Hi! I got 275 round smooth high profile under the muscle back in November. I'm 5'6" 110# and small framed and I really do love them. I was a AA and now measure a D. I am very happy with them (though I have the crazys right now and am considering a little larger....hoping that will pass). That being said, on a small frame a little can go a long way. If you are looking for a moderate natural look, I think 275 will be perfect for you. I had a very narrow BWD, so 275 was the largest implant he could fit (and it was a tight fit!). He actually had 225, 250 and 275 in the OR with him and used sizers during the procedure to decide on the final size. I trusted him completely, so I wasn't worried going in. Good luck and you are going to be so happy!!! Any questions, feel free to ask!
February 26, 2016
With such a small BWD the only way I could get any cc's to make the surgery worth having was to go high profile. The same BWD measurement in moderate plus was only around 200ccs. Also I didn't want a lot of side boob being as active as I am and the moderate plus are wider vs the high profile which have more projection. I'm very happy with the choice.
February 26, 2016
I got 300 cc high profile and I am 5'10" and about 140 pounds. It gave me a full B/small C. I think if you go high profile, go down in cc like 225 or so because you are much smaller than me. 275 high profile might give you a c or d cup.
February 27, 2016
We are not comparable in stats but I wanted to share my size dilemma with you when I was deciding. I tried 300, 325 and 350. All moderate profile. I immediately threw out 350 as they were just too big with the sizers. Then I ruled out 300 even though they looked great, but you'll lose some under the muscle. So I figured I was going with the 325. When we used my bwd (12.5) we really narrowed down the size and it was a toss up between 320s and 345s. My doctor recommended 345. I was set on not doing 345!!! It was too big! Anyway.... I went a head with 345 based on my doctors recommendations and not wanting to choose a size that I would ultimately wished were bigger. And really, what's 25cc?! Find out your breast width diameter. And ask to look at the chart for specific brand you are getting. It shows all of your options for profile/projection, ccs, and width.
For surgery my doctor had the 300s, 320s and 345s in the room, just in case.
Hope that helps you. I'd have another consult with your doctor before you make a decision.
Good luck!
For surgery my doctor had the 300s, 320s and 345s in the room, just in case.
Hope that helps you. I'd have another consult with your doctor before you make a decision.
Good luck!
February 28, 2016
Awesome! Thanks for the info. Is such a hard decision lol. Didn't know it would be like this when I decided I was going through with it. Not I'm obsessed with profile and sizes etc. haha
Glad you waited until the timing was right...I'm sure your wait will be worth it! You might enjoy the camaraderie in the March 2016 breast augmentation surgery forum. Can't wait to see your results. Keep us posted along the way!