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53 Year Old Needed Breast Implants Replaced After Weight Loss - Le Mesa, CA

Name: 53 Year Old Needed Breast Implants Replaced After Weight Loss - Le Mesa, CA
Item: Tom J. Pousti, MD
Rating: 5
Author: CaliDee

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I had breast implants done about 10 years ago. ...

CaliDeeMarch 30, 2016

WORTH IT$15,500

I had breast implants done about 10 years ago. They were wonderful, but in the last year I had lost a lot of weight. Due to the time my old implants were in, and the weight loss, I had lost too much volume, and needed them to be round and big again. In my search, I decided that Dr. Pousti was the surgeon I needed. He performed my breast "swap" and arm lift at the same time.

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Tom J. Pousti, MD

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Sujin

March 30, 2016

Welcome to the community and thanks so much for offering your opinion of your doctor.

It would be great if you could give us a little more detail about your experience, like why you had the surgery, your tips for getting good results, pros/cons, and info on the recovery process.

Our community members especially love seeing photos from before, during, and after — a realistic look at what they can expect. Photos grab the attention of the community and encourage more support for you.

As a community manager, I get requests all the time from other members who want me to to keep encouraging people to share their experiences, which are so helpful for others considering these procedures. So please accept this as a well-intentioned request from thousands.

CaliDee

March 30, 2016

I had this surgery because after my weight loss my breasts didn't look perky anymore, and my arms just had too much extra skin. I wanted to get my breasts back to what they used to be, well maybe a bit bigger while I was at it. I didn't mind traveling to San Diego for the surgery after emailing Dr. Pousti, and talking to his staff. I knew I would be well taken care of. As far as getting good results, I would follow your doctors instructions to a "T". I have always been a rule follower, so this wasn't hard for me, but I did have to remind myself that I need to be patient. In the first few days it is important to keep up on your pain medication. Don't let your pain get ahead of you, and get a lot of sleep. Take advantage of this opportunity to rest. Life will get back to normal quick enough. It is now 6 weeks PO, and I am still in my surgical bra, and arm sleeve compression garments as I had an arm lift at the same time. I still have my steri strips on my breasts, and won't be removing them for another 2 weeks. I took my first shower last night. Yes, 6 weeks sponge bathing. Is it yucky? Yes. Would I have rather just showered? Yes, but not at the risk of an unfavorable outcome. I choose to do what the doctor says as he knows best. So far, my breasts are still "up" there, they haven't settled yet, but I am not worried. I know they will look great. I think they already do. I'll post more pictures soon. I couldn't be happier with the results so far, and know I won't be disappointed when I get to wear a sports bra for 4 weeks. Yup, no pretty underwire bras for quite a while, but it's a small price to pay, and I'll look so good in them!! One thing I have learned for sure during this process is patience is the key, stay positive, and follow your instructions. I'll post more pictures soon.

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53 year old needed beast implants replaced after weight loss

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