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dr bartell ONLY uses saline mentor moderate profile implants. His results aren't bad, but look elsewhere for better results!!

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So I have been considering the BA for a really...

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BringOnTheBoobzz
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So I have been considering the BA for a really long time even as I was developing I wanted them to grow and be bigger. Lately I have become obsessed with getting them so I have scheduled a few consults to see what dr I want to go with. Hubby was not happy and I seemed to have finally talked him into it! I don't know what to get for a size just yet but I want them full and big--not huge. But I also don't like that weird fake round look I see some girls have when they have a bra on or go too big. My consults are next Friday and the following Tuesday! It can't come soon enough! I think I want silicone or gummy bear but I'm concerned I don't get the nice fullness I'm looking with that!

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Thomas H. Bartell, MD (retired)

Thomas H. Bartell, MD (retired)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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May 6, 2015
I will be 4 weeks post op on Friday. I have 2 kids and only breastfed the first child for a short period of time. I was left with deflated 'B' I went to my PS with ideas about placement , profile, type. All of it was thrown out the window at my consult. As my PS advice me on the best option for me. I had this idea of wanting round high profile implants. But I got tear drop mod plus implants. And I couldn't be happier. My PS at my consultation asked me what look I wanted (natural or natural plus) and what cup size would be my ideal. Then he told me I would need tear drop @ mod plus profile because of what my boobs looked like, breast tissue I had and measurements of my chest wall and overall body type. Trust your plastic surgeon. He gave me 4 sizes that he would pick from on the day. And I trusted him completely. And I love my boobs. I would recommend my PS to anyone. wish you all the luck in getting the boobs you want.
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May 7, 2015
Yeah I was getting obsessive about it and then now in sort of like do I really want to do this?! But I know I want them BAD!! I have done lots of research and think I know what I want but like you said I will wait and see what they say at the consult. The doctor will give me his suggestions at the consult right? Cause how else will I know that's who I wana go with
May 7, 2015
Yes I had that moment before of - am I sure. But I've wanted this for ages . But decided to wait until I finished having kids. Some Dr's give you options and you choose. But my PS laid it out and told me why he was choosing the methods he did. I was happy. Took all the guess work out of it for me. On surgery day walking to the theatre I felt like I was going to vomit but after I woke up I was happy and groggy . Could luck with your consult
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May 7, 2015
Thanks for the comforting words!
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May 10, 2015
My surgery is in 12 days so excited figuring out size is the hardest part!
June 5, 2015
It's been a year on June 19...375 cc I went from 34b to 36d I love my new breast so does my husband he wasn't happy at first..he told me mine where fine lol..whatever it didn't matter I was doing for myself not anyone else...saline high profile round under the muscle feel great look great! Dr Randell yetman Beachwood plastic surgery center ..Beachwood ohio.
July 18, 2015
I too went for same look the second time and look too small now:(
July 22, 2015
Looking great! !!Enjoy them!
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Question on sizing

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I am 29 5'4 170 lbs. and I'm currently a 38a my husband keeps telling me I better not get this size or that size which all look normal or proportionate on their body. I can't decide on the sizing for myself but I don't want to go small and regret it. It seems like they always look smaller when naked. Does a real bra actually make them look bigger if you don't have all that padding? I really wanted to be a small D No bigger. I fear a full C will be too small and I will be unhappy. What to do?? Just get them and hubby will have to deal with size? Not like I'm trying to go with a DD OR DDD

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May 4, 2015

Many women find it helpful to post some wish boob pictures. You can also post some pre op pictures in a tank top so we can better advise you on what size implant would be best on your body shape. Here are some important questions to ask the doctors during your various consults. Good luck and update us often!

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May 4, 2015
Thanks! I've posted some wish pix and will upload a before pic soon :)
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May 6, 2015
Hi mamiofthr3. Welcome to the journey. :) My first recommendation is read lots of profiles. I started by looking a their starting size, weight, height, and results, then I looked for information on styles, incisions, placement, ect. If you find several with your size range and results you might a great starting point for trying on sizes at your appointment. Remember a few things when trying them on. 1. If you go under the muscle (which many due to breast tissue or capsular contracture prevent) you should to lose 10% or about 50cc. 2. Boob greed is real. Many regret not going a little bigger. I read more regret from those that when smaller than those that went bigger 3. Your body will also help determine the proper size. A great doctor will help with this. I am four weeks post op, 155lbs, 5'2", former A/B. I choice 590cc, and I am in love with my choice. It fell huge trying on, but I am not tiny like some. The larger the bra band size the larger cc you need to go up each cup size. I do not feel huge. My husband says "they look great, they are proportional." (Not sure that's a compliment from the big boob lover, but I know he LOVES me because I had tiny boobs when he married me. You can also find several profiles where the husband/boyfriend was resistant, but they did things like recommending the larger size or completely loving a larger size than they wanted her to get. It is an emotional journey!!! Not just for us but for those who love us to. Hope you stop by my profile to see the awesome job my PS did. and I hope you find the happiness I have!!! Best Wishes. mimi
May 30, 2015
I had my breast enlarged and got a full C. I wish now I would got a full D because they do shrink with in a year. I was not told that. And make sure you keep the bandage that they put around your breast completely on. Like all of us we woman are so excited to see them that we tend to peek to see what they look like. Not a great idea at all. Because you need them to drop down and heal perfectly. Worth the wait. Good luck I hope you take this advise to heart.
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May 30, 2015
Thank you that is good to know! They said I will have to wear it for 3 weeks! And in the back of my mind I have thought well what's one week early or a couple days haha thanks!!
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June 19, 2015
Hi:) It sounds like you are in that panicking phase of questioning size! We all go through it. Im a little over two months out with 375/425cc, my second surgery. I am a full C, and my bra band is a 32 or 34, and I currently weigh 130. Based on that, if you measure 38 and weigh 170, Im positive you can choose implants in the 500+ range no problem. Like a lot of women, I sometimes wish I would have gone bigger (425/475cc perhaps). 600cc may sound large, but if you have a wider torso--or wide hips, its going to look great. My friend has 600+ and she looks very proportionate (she is a tall woman though, 5'10"). Remember, its just a number. Find photos and other reviews you like and show them to your doctor--SOON! I made the mistake of NOT doing this and felt bad the morning of showing last minute wish pics and not having all the sizes I wanted in surgery. Good luck!
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June 19, 2015
We decided on 475 cc and filling them to 525. I hope we chose the right size! Based on my breast width and the width of the implant sounds like it will be a perfect fit!! So excited FOUR more days !!!!!
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June 20, 2015
Sending positive vibes from Utah!
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June 21, 2015
Thank you!!

Do you happen to know what implant size will determine your post ops size! For example if someone is completely flat and then you have someone who has decent size boobs both women have same height weight and breast width if they both get the same implant size will the one with bigger breasts to begin with end up appearing larger ? Hopefully I am making sense
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June 21, 2015
Hmmm...Usually if you have some tissue to begin with, you will end up with a larger size after as well. The way your bones lie within your chest plays a role; if your ribcage is slightly convex, you need more cc's to achieve the same look. Also, more natural breast tissue/more fat seems to cover the implant better, not always giving tons of projection, but just a softer, more natural look after surgery. The overall 'look'/hang of the breast may also be different if you have ever had a cup size larger than an A, because there is already a natural place for the implant to go. The look may also differ depending on where your inframamary crease is. Just a few variables I can think of that would change the look of an identical implant from body to body with similar stats. Thats why its so important to work with our surgeon--they've seen so many different outcomes. Hope this helps!
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January 21, 2016
I know this is an older post, DukeDog2, but it is a great explanation for all pre BA reviewers. Great information. :D
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October 24, 2015
Always go bigger, they end up looking smaller to you
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Wish boobs

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Can't decide on saline, silicone or this new "gummy bear" implant.. Most of my "wish boobs" seem to be more round rather than tear drop. Which I THINK I want tear drop but my natural breasts aren't full on top no idea what to do!! I found most of these pix of wish boobs on this site..not sure where else to look but this is what I envision. I'm 5'4 170 lbs 29 yrs old

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May 6, 2015
Funny! I just realized that your second wish boob pic from Dr. Murphy is the before & after I mentioned in my previous post. He's my surgeon & that's Case #2 on his website that I showed him in my consult. Great minds think alike!
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May 7, 2015
lol most of my wish pix I found on here! I didn't know where else to look! I can't wait for my consult Friday!!!!!!
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May 12, 2015

I found my wish blobs from loveyourlook you can check that site for lots of pics

June 5, 2015
Check out http://edenknowsimplants.com I thought it was a cute website that may not be super medically informative, but has a ton of beautiful women and breasts and gives their sizes and whatnot. You may be able to find some good wish boobs there. I know I did :) When it comes to what "type" of implant you want this is something to discuss with your Dr. -also there is a big costs difference between those three types of implants. Also consider that certain types of implants come with warranties now to protect against CC and rupture. That was a big deal for me:) Happy researching!
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June 14, 2015
FyI..Tear drops only go up to a certain size at least in the Sientra. I think they stop at 425cc..not 100% sure..but its near there
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June 19, 2015
Oh good to know! I was told I wasn't a good candidate for the gummy bear nor a shaped implant! And after doing research I am glad we went with a round one! I just realized all the typos on my comment I left on your review! I am getting 475cc and the plan is to fill them to 525cc while in the operating room! So flipping excited
September 21, 2016
Silicone are softer and create more and better cleavage. Round won't produce a natural look or cleavage as well as saline will not be as soft as silicone.
September 21, 2016
Ask the questions about shaped, silicon, cleavage as well as the softest from the doctors on RealSelf.
September 21, 2016
Also depends on your size, but not cc's.