37 Years Old, 5'7", 153 Lbs, No Kids, 34B to D, Concentric Mastopexy with 435cc textured sentra implants - La Jolla, CA

I had three consultations in 2013, then got promoted and had to put off the procedure. At that time I was told that I was borderline in need of a lift, so this time around when conducting research, I only considered Drs. that had really nice mastopexy results. When I met Dr. Lori Saltz, I knew she was my Dr. No question. For goodness sake, the woman busted out a level and was OCD-level precise. I initially decided on Sientra 385cc textured silicon gel implants under the muscle with a concentric lift (not sure if the implants are moderate or high projection). I'm starting at a 34 (small) B and my goal is a C+/D-. My concern is that I won't get that size with the 385cc under the muscle. I have been reading other women's experiences with lift/augmentations, and have taken away that nearly everyone wishes they had gone larger.

Well, I'm 38 days out from my BL. Does anyone know where I can buy or rent sizes to try out?

Nurse Ruth from Dr. Saltz's office is amazing. I sheepishly emailed her to ask if there was any way, other than the rice test, to test drive various ccs. I just can't make a lifelong commitment based on handling faux tatas for 15 minutes. She sent me a link to the Purlz website (http://www.lwgatz.com). Purlz is a breast augmentation sizing system designed for women who, like me, need a more thorough test-drive. Purlz are sized in ccs (cubic centimeters) just like breast implants and are filled with polypropylene beads that weigh about the same as implants and breast tissue. They come in pairs too, which can't be said for a lot of sizers. The Purlz system includes however many pairs of sizers you want, in the SIZES you want, a Champion sports bra, special straps to attach the sizers to the bra, and fabric tape to securely hold the sizers in place. So, I'm planning to wear them to work, around the house, and running errands - just to get the feel of maneuvering with them.

Has anyone else used these things?

I ordered the Purlz 5pack Breast Sizing System with 350cc, 375cc, 400cc, 425cc, and 450cc. The price was much more reasonable ($129.99) than a second augmentation and with shipping it came to $141.90. I should have delivery in 2-3 days, which will give me 21 days to play with them before my pre-op appointment.

Sorry it's taken so long to get the review of the Purlz in here, I've been out of town on business.

It seems like time is going really fast now that I've decided on a date. So, with 27 days to go, I'm going to start my trial runs, including wearing the different cc sizers to work, shopping, and everywhere else. Unfortunately, my dog ate one of the 375ccs, so I'll only be able to look at the picture of that one. Also, a suggestion to anyone considering ordering these - make sure you list your sizes from smallest to largest or vice-versa. Purlz messed up part of the order - I requested 375, 400, 425, 450, and 350. I guess I'm partly to blame as I didn't keep them in order. So, I'm instead trying 375, 400, 425, 450, and 475. Yes, I'm bummed, but not terribly so.

What is really surprises me is that I actually like the larger sizes. Initially I was thinking about only going with 350cc when I was in the PSs office but now I'm thinking probably 100ccs more than that.