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22 Years Old- Getting Implants Removed- Previously had Tuberous Breasts
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Thank all you ladies for sharing your experiences! It has inspired me to do the same!
Heres my story:
Two years ago when I was 19 I decided to get a breast augmentation. I didn't get a breast aug. because I was uncomfortable with the size of my breasts or anything like that, I decided to have a breast augmentation to correct my tuberous breasts. I was born with tubular breast deformity, which is where the bottom half of your breasts appear to be constricted. During my breast augmentation, my plastic surgeon tried expanding the constricted tissue underneath my breasts. He placed 300cc saline implants in both breasts. As you can see in the photos I posted, my breasts look a lot nicer in the after pictures.
My plastic surgeon told me that to get my desired look, I would probably require a lift in the future.
It's now been a little over 2 years since my initial breast augmentation. Since then my left breast (right in photos) has dropped a fair amount due to my breast tissue being so thin. I've talked with my plastic surgeon who says I could have a lift to potentially correct this issue, but over time I would most likely have the same outcome due to gravity. If I got a lift, he would try to pull what breast tissue I have together- but overtime I would most likely face the same issue of being able to feel and see the texture of my implant.
Since my breast tissue is so thin on my left breast (right in photos), I feel like it's impossible for me to enjoy my hobbies. I love to go on runs- but since my breast tissue is so thin, I don't feel comfortable running. When I go on runs I can feel my implant bouncing around-it's almost like I'm running with a water balloon in my sports bra.
All these factors have led me to make the decision to get my implants removed. I met with my plastic surgeon today and booked the date. The countdown is on!
If anyone else has had tuberous breast or breasts with little tissue and has gotten their implants removed I would love to see the outcome. I know my breasts won't be pretty afterwards, but that's okay with me!
Heres my story:
Two years ago when I was 19 I decided to get a breast augmentation. I didn't get a breast aug. because I was uncomfortable with the size of my breasts or anything like that, I decided to have a breast augmentation to correct my tuberous breasts. I was born with tubular breast deformity, which is where the bottom half of your breasts appear to be constricted. During my breast augmentation, my plastic surgeon tried expanding the constricted tissue underneath my breasts. He placed 300cc saline implants in both breasts. As you can see in the photos I posted, my breasts look a lot nicer in the after pictures.
My plastic surgeon told me that to get my desired look, I would probably require a lift in the future.
It's now been a little over 2 years since my initial breast augmentation. Since then my left breast (right in photos) has dropped a fair amount due to my breast tissue being so thin. I've talked with my plastic surgeon who says I could have a lift to potentially correct this issue, but over time I would most likely have the same outcome due to gravity. If I got a lift, he would try to pull what breast tissue I have together- but overtime I would most likely face the same issue of being able to feel and see the texture of my implant.
Since my breast tissue is so thin on my left breast (right in photos), I feel like it's impossible for me to enjoy my hobbies. I love to go on runs- but since my breast tissue is so thin, I don't feel comfortable running. When I go on runs I can feel my implant bouncing around-it's almost like I'm running with a water balloon in my sports bra.
All these factors have led me to make the decision to get my implants removed. I met with my plastic surgeon today and booked the date. The countdown is on!
If anyone else has had tuberous breast or breasts with little tissue and has gotten their implants removed I would love to see the outcome. I know my breasts won't be pretty afterwards, but that's okay with me!
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January 18, 2016
I had the same problem. I was born with tubular breast deformity too. Now, I want my implants removed. You look great!
I knew that "in some patients a soft tissue expander can be used to stretch the bands that cause the Tubular Breast prior to placement of an Implant and create a very nice result".
I knew that "in some patients a soft tissue expander can be used to stretch the bands that cause the Tubular Breast prior to placement of an Implant and create a very nice result".
June 30, 2016
Good on you!! It's so amazing you can share your story and be so confident. I have tubular breasts and I've had to have two full surgeries to correct mine. It's cost me $30,000 and sometimes I feel like it might not be worth it and that I might want my own ones back. Xx good luck with your recovery!
UPDATED FROM Goingnatural93
2 months pre
Current photos!!!
So I had uploaded photos during my first post, which are kind of out dated!!!! I am uploading current photos I just took to show how my implant has fallen down on the left side (right in photos)!!! It just feels so heavy!!!! I'm so glad I have a plastic surgeon who is confident in taking them out!!! My explant isn't until June 17th, and I couldn't be more excited!!!!!
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April 22, 2015
Happy for you. Can't wait to see how you do with this. I, too had surgery years ago to fix a tuberous breast and am wanting a removal. Will follow to see how you do. Please share after pics as they are SO helpful!! Good luck :)
April 22, 2015
I most def. will!! I'm so excited, but so nervous for my surgery. I will definately post photos to help everyone out!! I'm not getting a lift, which I probably should afterwards... I am hoping they shrink up afterwards! I'm more curious to whether I'll go back to having tuberous breasts or not!
April 22, 2015
I can see similarities between yours and mine. I don't know what tuberous breast is so will look that up. I haven't posted any photos yet as I haven't written my review but will be doing so very soon. Please take a look when I do:) I wish you all the best with your explant on 17th June!!xx
April 23, 2015
I can't wait until you post your photos! I am so happy I found this site! It's amazing hearing everyones story! Have you had an explant or are you going to have one???
April 23, 2015
I'm going to have explant of my silicone implants of 21 years, I'm 41. I've got consultation next week. Scary times. Yes this site is amazing, lots of stories and support:)
April 24, 2015
Well I'll keep up with your story!! I hope everything goes well for you during your consult!! Good luck:)
April 23, 2015
Good luck it's fab being implant free
April 24, 2015
I hope I'm making the right choice! I'm 22 and I don't want to have the breasts of a 200 year old women!! LOL!! But having saggy, ugly breasts outweighs expensive future surgeries.. and I'll be able to sleep without a bra on!! I can't wait!!
April 24, 2015
Ye u are Hun I've had mine for 16 years and look at my results your will be even better
April 24, 2015
Thanks for being so encouraging Katiej79:)
I read your story and your breast look great afterwards!! Congrats! Thanks for sharing your whole story and not forgetting about us other ladies :)
April 25, 2015
It's the best decision I've ever made Hun
I loved my boobs the way they looked but I believe all the ailments I've had over the years were down to the implants and I feel so much healthier now than I've ever done to the point of cuddles with the kids and nothing in the way , I can mess around play fight play on the trampoline and do stunts without worrying about my fake boobs x
UPDATED FROM Goingnatural93
2 months pre
Explant with thin breast tissue... Anyone????
I've been searching through stories on realself looking for women who have had an explant with thin breast tissue... I haven't had much luck finding anyone explanting with thin tissue... My breasts have very little tissue on the bottom pole; My tissue is so thin you can see my implant protruding through my skin!! I'm just curious if anyone has had an explant with very little breast tissue left.. I'm curious to what my post-operation breasts will look like!! :) If anyone could help me with this question, I would be very relieved!! :)
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April 24, 2015
I had very little breast tissue before my implant op. I don't know whether the implants are 'above or below' and I can feel either the implant or lumps of some sort through the skin on my right breast. I have capsular contracture on the right (I think possibly ruptured) - right side previously ruptured/replaced in 2011. I'll post my review either this weekend or after my consultation next week when I have an idea of my explant date. I'm concerned I might lose some breast tissue if the silicone has leaked out and stuck to it, and I didn't have much to begin with:( xx
April 24, 2015
Okay thank you so much!! I'll be keeping an eye out for your review!! Good luck with everything!! I hope no silicone has leaked out.. sending prayers!! :)
April 24, 2015
I had augmentation 20 years ago also due to tubular breast. At the time I felt a little better but my nipples were always sitting low. Finally after 2 babies and 43 years old I want to remove implants and have a lift. I went to 2 consultations and both suggested I exchange implant for another one. Ideally I want them removed and lifted but apparently I was told I would have two pancakes as breast. Im actually wanting smaller breast (im a full d). Would like to be a full B!
April 24, 2015
I bet I'll have pancakes as breasts LOL! I'm trying to be positive about it... I've never had great breasts to begin with.. just look at my before photos!! So I know I will be emotionally prepared since I've already delt with a breast deformity!!
I'm also shocked during both consults your surgeons suggested you exchange your current implants for different ones.. I have read many gals post about PS suggesting exchanging of implants instead of considering explantation!! I think you should do whatever makes you happy :) Let me know what you decide to do! I'm glad to talk to so many ladies on here who are in the same boat:)
April 24, 2015
I also had small, tuberous, asymmetrical breasts before my first augmentation in 1984, sorry, no before photos from back then, but I was a B cup. See my review for the full details of what I've been through the last 31 years. Anyway, my explant PS said he wouldn't have much breast tissue to work with after removing the scar tissue, ruptured, capsulated implants, but agreed to my request to explant and lift at the same time, even though he suggested I just explant first and lift later. I didn't want to wait for the lift and go through two procedures. Now we are waiting for about 6 months to decide if I need to enhance with fat transfer. I am now 6 weeks post explant/lift and may not even need further enhancements. I expected a B cup afterward and surprised that I am now wearing 34D/36C (I am post menopausal, so us older ladies have extra weight to deal with and my breasts are wider than pre BA in my 20's due to the old implants. I LOVE my results so far. Ask your PS about explant/lift/fat transfer options and look up Breast Fat Transfer here on RS. So much information and other's experiences to pull from. Good luck.
April 24, 2015
I also had small, tuberous, asymmetrical breasts before my first augmentation in 1984, sorry, no before photos from back then, but I was a B cup. See my review for the full details of what I've been through the last 31 years. Anyway, my explant PS said he wouldn't have much breast tissue to work with after removing the scar tissue, ruptured, capsulated implants, but agreed to my request to explant and lift at the same time, even though he suggested I just explant first and lift later. I didn't want to wait for the lift and go through two procedures. Now we are waiting for about 6 months to decide if I need to enhance with fat transfer. I am now 6 weeks post explant/lift and may not even need further enhancements. I expected a B cup afterward and surprised that I am now wearing 34D/36C (I am post menopausal, so us older ladies have extra weight to deal with and my breasts are wider than pre BA in my 20's due to the old implants. I LOVE my results so far. Ask your PS about explant/lift/fat transfer options and look up Breast Fat Transfer here on RS. So much information and other's experiences to pull from. Good luck.
Hi there, and welcome! Thanks for sharing your story with us. I hope this popular discussion will help you prepare for your recovery. Good luck :)
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