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29 Y/o with Asymmetrical Boobs Wanting to Achieve a D Cup from A/B - London, GB - needed revision after 2 years
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I am a 29 year old girl booked in for my BA on...
talllauraJuly 14, 2015
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I am a 29 year old girl booked in for my BA on 12th August in London UK. Very nervous! I've chosen 350cc and 300cc moderate plus profile Mentor gummy bear round implants under the muscle, which my surgeon says will give me a good D cup. Really worried about being too big and looking fake, and I'm also worried that my fold isn't very far from my nipples (totally don't want to get double bubble!). Would love to hear from anyone going for their surgery at around the same time, so we can get each other through the worries and the recovery!
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July 14, 2015
Hello…I am 2 weeks away from my BA in London…going for 365cc, currently 34A, 5'10 and slim…hoping for a good D cup too…nervous, excited, worried about every possible thing that can go wrong…!!! Need to sort out the pre and post op kit that people are talking about…Whose your PS, where are you having it done, what are you taking/not taking before your op…???
July 15, 2015
Hi Lady P! Great to meet you. I'm having it at the Highgate hospital in London with Dr Allwin Gnanajebamani. Are you getting under the muscle? Oh I'm so excited for you! Yeah I was worried about post op kit too - have they recommended you somewhere to get your post surgery bra? M&S are really good apparently. I'm still reading conflicting advice about whether to take arnica and bromelain before and after, and whether to use gauze pads or just surgical tape on the incisions. Have you been told you should massage or not? Sorry for all the questions, I guess I'm just as excited and nervous as you are!
July 15, 2015
Hello…bit of a development…I chose the PS in London as he was going to use new implants that he now can not get - some import thing which doesnt bode well!!! So I have decided to move the surgery to Southampton where I live…but still going for the same size etc…just need to see the PS next week to confirm the profile etc. I will ask about the bra and the tape…I have heard that there is a post surgery bra by a company beginning with M which is really well designed and wont rub on stiching etc. I think they are expensive but will find out...I understand massage on the scar helps it heal but will have a chat with the PS next week to confirm and will let you know what is said - it would be good to compare notes! I dont know about actual massage of the breast for the implants…???? I'll also ask about arnica and bromelain - although I have not heard about bromelain - what does that do…?? So what pre-op stuff are you doing…if any? What size are you now…? What height/build etc..?
I was orginially told overs for me but will see what the PS says next week - I would prefer as I am sporty and understand the muscle thing can be an issue - but will ask him and go with his advice as I dont really know….what advice did you get???
I am soooooo excited/apprehensive…but all I know is that this is the absolute right thing for me to do!!!!
I was orginially told overs for me but will see what the PS says next week - I would prefer as I am sporty and understand the muscle thing can be an issue - but will ask him and go with his advice as I dont really know….what advice did you get???
I am soooooo excited/apprehensive…but all I know is that this is the absolute right thing for me to do!!!!
July 16, 2015
Oh wow, are you keeping the same date? Weird how he couldn't get the implants you wanted. I wasn't given an option other than Mentor. I bought a combination of sports bras and post-surgery bras, all front fastening, but they look so huge! Also went a size bigger around the torso to accommodate for swelling. There are some great videos on here on how to massage, even though it's a bit scary with new wounds but I think I will definitely do it. Lots of people are using chest straps too, but my PS is not sold on them to make them drop quicker. I guess we just have to let gravity do the work! Bromelain is a pineapple extract which apparently promotes healing and reduces swelling. Seems fairly common to use it in the States, but obviously it's homeopathic so a lot of surgeons poo poo it as it's not scientifically proven to work.
Pre-op, I'm cutting out alcohol and most of the salt I eat, and trying to eat a lot healthier and drink more water. Also exercising quite hard as I can't go to the gym for 6 weeks post op (which is going to kill me!) Going to start the arnica and bromelain 2 days pre-op I think them vitamin e 2 weeks afterwards.
I'm 6ft1 and 150lbs very athletic with a 32a in one breast and 32b in the other. I was told unders were the best for me as I don't have much tissue on top and I want a natural look. I was told by my PS that unders are only a problem if you are a hardcore body builder or fitness model and have ridiculously toned pectorals. General fitness junkies like us shouldn't have too much of an issue!
Getting my swabs done next week, which I think will really hammer it home to me and make it seem real. How long are you taking off work by the way? I've booked off a week, but not sure that will be long enough as I have a long drive both ways... :(
Pre-op, I'm cutting out alcohol and most of the salt I eat, and trying to eat a lot healthier and drink more water. Also exercising quite hard as I can't go to the gym for 6 weeks post op (which is going to kill me!) Going to start the arnica and bromelain 2 days pre-op I think them vitamin e 2 weeks afterwards.
I'm 6ft1 and 150lbs very athletic with a 32a in one breast and 32b in the other. I was told unders were the best for me as I don't have much tissue on top and I want a natural look. I was told by my PS that unders are only a problem if you are a hardcore body builder or fitness model and have ridiculously toned pectorals. General fitness junkies like us shouldn't have too much of an issue!
Getting my swabs done next week, which I think will really hammer it home to me and make it seem real. How long are you taking off work by the way? I've booked off a week, but not sure that will be long enough as I have a long drive both ways... :(
July 16, 2015
Hello…Yes they were a new type…cost a lot of money but I thought it would be worth it…now decided to go with regular ones as I dont want to wait….My date has changed to the 7th…I am still very excited - but am now a bit obsessed as I keep reading everything…and looking for wish boobs…!!! I have a consultation next Tuesday so will discuss all the things you mention above…and look to buy the bras...I will also look on this site for the massage videos…I saw the chest straps on the Macom website - I will ask the PS about that next week...
I have also read that arnica is really good…Bromelain is new to me but anything to speed up recovery!!!
I am exercising a lot too - I want to know what I can actually do after a week or 2 apart from walk….(stationary bike, squats, lunges etc.)…
Interesting point about the unders…I have also read that they are better for mammograms - I have to have annual ones due to family history (they are very painful!!! especially when you are flat chested as they try and scrunch something into the clamp!) and unders are better for that apparently…my PS said that there is emerging evidence that implants can reduce breast cancer occurrences as they keep the cells in the breast marginally cooler…so another positive!
I have taken 2 weeks off - I have a lot of time owing at work so have decided to use it and may go off for a couple of days somewhere in the second week if I feel up to it…I am sure a week is fine - just drive carefully!!!
I will let you know how I get on with the PS on Tuesday - keep me posted with anything interesting or useful you find and I'll do the same…
I have also read that arnica is really good…Bromelain is new to me but anything to speed up recovery!!!
I am exercising a lot too - I want to know what I can actually do after a week or 2 apart from walk….(stationary bike, squats, lunges etc.)…
Interesting point about the unders…I have also read that they are better for mammograms - I have to have annual ones due to family history (they are very painful!!! especially when you are flat chested as they try and scrunch something into the clamp!) and unders are better for that apparently…my PS said that there is emerging evidence that implants can reduce breast cancer occurrences as they keep the cells in the breast marginally cooler…so another positive!
I have taken 2 weeks off - I have a lot of time owing at work so have decided to use it and may go off for a couple of days somewhere in the second week if I feel up to it…I am sure a week is fine - just drive carefully!!!
I will let you know how I get on with the PS on Tuesday - keep me posted with anything interesting or useful you find and I'll do the same…
July 19, 2015
I'm booked in for BA on 5th August.. going for 390cc over muscle which I'm told should achieve a DD.. currently a 32A, 5ft9 and 140lbs! I know lots of ladies who've had this surgery under the muscle and the common thing seems to be that it wasn't as painful as expected.. more uncomfortable.. hope that helps a little!
July 20, 2015
Hi annabellerose, oh wow so you are even closer than I am. Going for my final pre op this Wednesday so I'm trying to take as many questions as I can. I will follow your review and we can get excited together :)
July 24, 2015
Got my final pre op next Monday... I'm so excited! Just try to be postive... I know its scary! I try not to ask too many questions because I know what I want now and I've asked already x
July 23, 2015
I am from Ontario and having 450cc saline under the muscle Aug 12. Currently a deflated 34b. 130 lbs, 5'5ft. Very nervous and excited
August 3, 2015
Hi Cat, how are you feeling? Only 8 days to go!! I'm buying supplies at the minute - stocking up on silicone tape and arnica. Are you any less nervous now? I find mine comes and goes.
August 3, 2015
Hi! I'll definitely stay in touch through our recovery process. I just talked to my doctor today and he said I may have to reschedule because I'm still smoking.
August 4, 2015
Oh wow that sucks. Yeah I imagine it's really hard to go cold turkey - how long before the op do you have to have been completely smoke free?
August 4, 2015
He said 4-6 weeks so now I'm looking at the beginning of September. I was sad but now I'm determined because I know what I want more.
UPDATED FROM talllaura
8 days pre
Some before pics
talllauraAugust 3, 2015
So I'm only 9 days away from my ba! Went down to London yesterday to see my surgeon as I've decided to go slightly bigger. Was initially going with 300 and 350cc to correct slight asymmetry but now after reading a few more reviews and looking at pictures I'm going with 400 and 350cc round gummy bear mentor implants, under the muscle. So excited to have finally made a decision and they should take me to a 32dd which will be unbelievable given my current size! I'm keen to keep in touch with anyone who is having surgery on or around August 12th - will metaphysically hold each other's hands!
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UPDATED FROM talllaura
8 days pre
Post surgery care kit
talllauraAugust 3, 2015
So I'm reading a lot of info on here about arnica and bromelain pre surgery to reduce bruising and swelling. I ran it past my surgeon and he said it couldn't do any harm, so I've stocked up. Anyone got any insights into this and did you get any side effects? I've bought some silicone strips and vitamin e tablets for after the op but there doesn't seem to be much info on how soon to start using them. I'm terrified of awful looking visible scarring as my skin is virtually see through! Guess I will just have to make sure I follow instructions and don't get the incisions wet for the first week.
I've posted some wish boob pics - keeping myself motivated looking at all of the wonderful results on here helps me to get over the doubts and worries! I've still not told my mum about this - I am pretty sure she will disapprove but it is something I have wanted for over 10 years. I figure it is my body so my decision! :)
I've posted some wish boob pics - keeping myself motivated looking at all of the wonderful results on here helps me to get over the doubts and worries! I've still not told my mum about this - I am pretty sure she will disapprove but it is something I have wanted for over 10 years. I figure it is my body so my decision! :)
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August 4, 2015
I used arnica 30 from boots - I took them (I think) 3 times a day 5 days before the op, then every two hours on the day of the op and two days after, and then back to three times a day until the bruising went. They worked a wonder because I practically had no bruising whatsoever. I didn't take bromelain, now wishing I had as I had a lost of swelling, particularly on my sternum - actually, I still have a bit of swelling around that area but it has massively improved compared to the uni-boob that I first had! p.s. I had no side affects from the arnica :)
I see you found a surgery buddy on the August 2015 breast augmentation forum...that's great! Feel free to post any wish boob pictures you may have collected. Good luck and please keep us posted along the way!