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27 y/o Removing 7 y/o 380cc Silicone Implants - London, GB
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I had 380cc round, textured, high profile, ...
Ex_HannahNovember 23, 2016
WORTH IT$4,546
I had 380cc round, textured, high profile, cohesive silicone implants placed 7 years ago at the age of 20. I've been quietly considering removal of my implants for a little while. I love them at the beginning but I just don't feel like I need them any more and don't like always having the thought at the back of my mind that I might need to remove/replace them at any point if they rupture.
Recently I've developed pain in my ribs and at present I don't know whether it's related. The opinions of health professionals have varied. The NHS thought it was probably a pulled muscle and did the standard "come back in 6 weeks if it doesn't go away". The first private surgeon I saw suspected I had capsular contracture. The second private surgeon I saw didn't think I had any sign of rupture or capsular contracture. So who knows at this stage!
I'm in the process of meeting another surgeon next week and then I plan to choose between them. Hoping I can book in for the removal next month as I'll already be off work for a while for the Christmas holiday, and as a contractor I don't get paid for my time off so I prefer to limit it as much as possible.
I've attached photos of myself before I had implants placed, along with immediately after the operation and also how my implants look today, now that they're 7 years old.
Recently I've developed pain in my ribs and at present I don't know whether it's related. The opinions of health professionals have varied. The NHS thought it was probably a pulled muscle and did the standard "come back in 6 weeks if it doesn't go away". The first private surgeon I saw suspected I had capsular contracture. The second private surgeon I saw didn't think I had any sign of rupture or capsular contracture. So who knows at this stage!
I'm in the process of meeting another surgeon next week and then I plan to choose between them. Hoping I can book in for the removal next month as I'll already be off work for a while for the Christmas holiday, and as a contractor I don't get paid for my time off so I prefer to limit it as much as possible.
I've attached photos of myself before I had implants placed, along with immediately after the operation and also how my implants look today, now that they're 7 years old.
Replies (19)
November 26, 2016
I'm 35 years old and planning to get my breast implant in a month. I am still debating if I should do it. I have two beautiful kids and breast fed both of them. Therefore my breast has lost its fullness and elasticity. I'm a 32a and was planning to go to 275cc. My questions to you ladies is do you have any regrets and have any advice for me? Thank u so much!!!
November 26, 2016
I've enjoyed my implants. I've always been happy with my results, I would never say I regretted them, I just feel like I'm ready to be without them now.
The negative sides for me are:
- it's harder to find clothes that fit well. Dresses and shirts are usually badly proportioned for bigger boobs. I have to go to specialist bra shops, and a lot of bras look unflattering on me.
- if you sleep on your front, it's more uncomfortable to sleep.
- running, exercising etc are all more difficult.
- I have a sense of cold numbness in my boobs.
- I am somewhat concerned I'm judged for having implants by partners. Sometimes I feel like I'm just considered a causal partner because of it.
- I've always have the thought in the back of my mind that I might need to replace them some day.
- I now know it's more expensive to get implants removed than it is to put them in. It's going to cost me at least £1000 more.
But I'm sure they gave me plenty of confidence. When I had them put in I was a pretty unhappy person. Now I'm very happy with my life and who's to say my boobs didn't contribute to this through giving me the confidence to do things I wouldn't have otherwise done. I've never had a moment of "why did I do this?!", I've just gradually grown to thinking I don't want them any more.
December 5, 2016
Mammaandme, please read my review, its a great example of all the things that can go wrong when you thought you were making an informed choice with a good surgeon. I was deflated and had some extra skin and thought BA was my only fix. I wish for my natural mom boobs back everyday! Implants are not for everyone, and definitely did not improve anything for me. Biggest regret and have really changed my life and self esteem for the worst!
December 7, 2016
I have very much regretted my implants, so glad when I finally had them out. They look unnatural and embarrassing. Personally, if I could go back in time, I would never had had them in xx
December 7, 2016
I have decided that I will not go through with the procedure. I just felt if I'm questioning it so much than I really don't need it. I'm really happy w how I am and have not find a major reason to get them done. Thanks everyone for their feedback. So much appreciated!!
December 13, 2016
Coming from someone that was in the same boat.. 2 kids, lost elasticity and they looked deflated... I put implants and did not do a lift and I liked them for a while.. but after a while they were in my way.. I also gained some weight and that added to the heaviness and size of them.. I did not get a lift at the time but maybe that would've helped.. I've had them in for 5 yeArs .. I absolutely hate them now.: they're just in my way... they make me self conscious and it's tough to fit into shirts... if you have the tendency to gain weight at all in your breasts it'll affect it long term... I personally do have regrets but in a way am glad I got them out of my system. I'm scheduled for an explantation and lift January!
January 6, 2017
Congratulations momaandme! You're a smart girl, wish I had been ! You've saved yourself from making a big mistake!
December 5, 2016
Wishing you lots of luck with explant! I think you will have a beautiful result!
December 7, 2016
Thank you for thoroughly documenting this from the beginning! We have a similar story and I'm glad to see this!
December 7, 2016
No problem! I've found it so useful to read other journeys and also there's not really many places I can articulate my thoughts on this, it feels good to be sharing it with like minded people!
March 28, 2017
Ex_Hannah I just came across your post and can relate about 90% with regards to similar age and sizing both before and after. I'm looking at getting mine taken out and am wondering how you've healed with your natural boobs?
March 29, 2017
Hi stephyecg. I've been meaning to post an update, although they've not changed that much since I last posted I don't think. Healing has gone really well thanks, now I'm focusing on trying to get rid of the scars and stretch marks (got the stretch marks when I had the implants put in, I think they're slightly more visible now I've explanted). But all in all I'm really happy with my results :)
March 31, 2017
That's great to hear! I didn't see your updates prior to commenting but I read through your progress and it's helped me with my decision of wanting to take mine out. Thank you so much! :)
UPDATED FROM Ex_Hannah
28 days pre
Macom Minimizers purchased
Ex_HannahNovember 23, 2016
Hearing lots of recommendations for the Macom Minimizer bras, intended specifically for implant removals without replacement.
The Macom website advises buying the size in your measurements and trying it on pre-explant, and that if it fits it should be sufficient post explant.
This is a pretty massive bra, but it was quite a squeeze getting my current 32G boobs in the size S bra. It rolls up a bit at the bottom of the band when I'm sat down which I'm hoping is just because of my current size.
I have one more consultation next Wednesday, the 30th November, and then I think I will be ready to move on to actually choosing my surgeon and booking a date. I'm mostly feeling excited right now, looking forward to not worrying about finding clothes that fit my boobs which don't hang like a sack from them, being able to sleep on my front again, not getting back aches and not having that cold, numb feeling I get - hopefully anyway!
The Macom website advises buying the size in your measurements and trying it on pre-explant, and that if it fits it should be sufficient post explant.
This is a pretty massive bra, but it was quite a squeeze getting my current 32G boobs in the size S bra. It rolls up a bit at the bottom of the band when I'm sat down which I'm hoping is just because of my current size.
I have one more consultation next Wednesday, the 30th November, and then I think I will be ready to move on to actually choosing my surgeon and booking a date. I'm mostly feeling excited right now, looking forward to not worrying about finding clothes that fit my boobs which don't hang like a sack from them, being able to sleep on my front again, not getting back aches and not having that cold, numb feeling I get - hopefully anyway!
Replies (3)
November 30, 2016
I had my implants removed today under local only. It went so smooth and no pain. In fact, it has been 7 hours now and I still have no pain. Good luck. I was apprehensive about the way I would look but overall, I am happy so far that they are out. I will know more when I see what they look like in a few weeks.
December 24, 2016
Hi I'm new to this I had 450hp partials last year and got capsular contracture so had them replaced with 535uhp but Iv got cc again after 5months of the new implants so I'm thinking of explant will they be really saggy after having them out
UPDATED FROM Ex_Hannah
27 days pre
2nd quote
Ex_HannahNovember 24, 2016
So I've just received the quote for the second surgeon I've met with.
The first surgeon quoted me £5250 which really shocked me to be honest. They originally said £3295 and then added a massive £1955 extra after the surgeon advised removing the capsules as well.
The second surgeon said removing the capsules was "a given" which I felt was pretty reassuring. He's quoted me £4000, much more reasonable.
I've a 3rd consultation with a separate surgeon next Wednesday, looking forward to it!
The first surgeon quoted me £5250 which really shocked me to be honest. They originally said £3295 and then added a massive £1955 extra after the surgeon advised removing the capsules as well.
The second surgeon said removing the capsules was "a given" which I felt was pretty reassuring. He's quoted me £4000, much more reasonable.
I've a 3rd consultation with a separate surgeon next Wednesday, looking forward to it!
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November 24, 2016
Hi, thanks for sharing this can I just ask what surgeons you have had quotes from and how did u find them?! If that makes sense!I've had a quote for 6000 without capsule removal and I can't believe how much it is to be honest! Thing is I want a good surgeon but it's such a lot of money! X
November 25, 2016
Hi Bumble, no problem!
The first quote is from MYA, although they did tell me it was based on me being extremely flexible with booking dates.
The second quote is from going directly to Highgate hospital.
£6000 is shocking! Is that no uplift either? Wonder why it would be so expensive!
November 25, 2016
Thanks for letting me know, yer no capsule removal or anything more then just the implant removal or it would cost more! Have been trying to find out about different surgeons today and have contacted a few so just need to decide on who I go for a consultation with!!
November 25, 2016
No problem! If you can I think it's just good to go to as many free consults as you can, just so you have as much info and choice as possible
November 25, 2016
Yer definitely I don't want to rush into anything either and want the job doing once and done well and fingers x then that would be it!
November 27, 2016
Hi I've just had my implants and capsules removed with The Nuffield, the price was just under £3k and I am VERY pleased with the outcome
November 27, 2016
That's good to know, thanks! I'd heard Nuffield were a bit cheaper but was put off by the charge for a consultation
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