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36 Y.o. Crossfitter, 5'10" Lean Build Gets Breast Aug - Marietta, GA

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I have had small breasts all of my life. I was...

Myshadar
WORTH IT$6,000
I have had small breasts all of my life. I was interested in BA over the years, but my husband was strongly opposed to it. I gained weight in grad school in my 20's and subsequently lost it. I had some breasts when I was larger, but they have since gone away. Now, I am an avid crossfitter and eat a clean (paleo) diet. Upon last hydrostatic testing, my body fat was down to 12.1%. Needless to say, there is very little going on up top. My husband and I have separated. After being envious of my friends perfect (augmented) breasts, I've decided to proceed with the surgery. I visited her surgeon, Dr. Michael McNeel of Marietta Plastic Surgery about a month ago for a consultation. He recommended Sientra shaped cohesive gel implants for me at 300-350cc to achieve a natural appearance that won't interfere with my activities. I had my pre-op visit 2 days ago and am having the surgery in 11 days.
At this point, I go between super excitement and anxiety. I have filled all of my prescriptions, purchased ice packs, stool softeners, post-op bras, and ginger ale. Nothing to do now but wait. I'll try to upload before pictures so you all can see what I'm working with. 34A to start.

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Michael McNeel, MD, FACS

Michael McNeel, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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September 13, 2014
Good luck! Are they going below the muscle?
September 13, 2014
Yes. I forgot to add that. Below the muscle, infra-mammary incision.
September 13, 2014
Good luck girl!! I'm sure everything is gonna be great ! I'm with you on being excited and have serious anxiety !! My BA is oct 2nd !
September 13, 2014
Good luck to you, too!
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September 22, 2014
Hi Myshader, Good for you. I'm an athlete too and we usually don't have big breasts. Best thing I could have done for myself after 2 babies and years of hard workouts! You deserve it. I have Sienta breast implants as well and live them! Best of luck on your surgery!
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September 22, 2014
*love* ugh!
September 22, 2014
Thanks for the well wishes! Can't wait!
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September 22, 2014
I've got 375cc mentor, moderate plus, gummy tear drop. 5'10" 140, check profile. 3 months post.
September 22, 2014
Thanks! I did check out your profile. Tomorrow is the big day. Super excited!
UPDATED FROM Myshadar
Day of treatment

A few hours post op!

Myshadar
Everything went smoothly this morning. The staff was fantastic. So nice! I ended up with 350cc shaped gummy bear implants from Sientra. A little pain in the recovery room, but I got some Percocet and got dressed. I'm home now and have eaten lunch (chicken noodle soup and apple sauce). No nausea -- I had every anti-emetic under the sun. Just took a muscle relaxer and am falling asleep. Nap time. I will get better pictures up over the next few days. For now, I need sleep!

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November 4, 2014
Just curious what profile you went with? Moderate plus? High? Thanks! You look great!! :)
November 5, 2014
I tried to find the answer to your question, and was unable to do so. I'm sorry! I'll have to ask the office. My implant card just says the size and that they are textured anatomicals.
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November 20, 2014
what all did you pack or need for post op recovery and are you happy with your results?
November 20, 2014
I am completely happy with my results! The size and shape are perfect for my frame, as I was looking for a natural appearing result. For post-op, I slept in a recliner for a week to prevent "morning boob" (uncomfortable swelling and tightness in the chest). I had ginger ale on hand to keep my fluid intake up, plenty of DVR shows to catch up on, stool softeners, cool packs (i used them regularly throughout the day). I think that's about it. You'll need easy to heat and eat meals, if no one will be cooking for you. The first few days were rough, but I was back at work 6 days post-op. Fill your prescriptions beforehand, so you won't have to worry about it while you're trying to recover. The muscle relaxants were the most useful for me. Good luck!
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1 day post

Post op day 1

Myshadar
I woke up in recovery yesterday and had some pain. The nurse gave me some Percocet and I headed home. I followed the times for pain pills and muscle relaxers and was pain free until about 9pm. At that point I was very tight chested with pain in my pectoralis, latissimus, and intercostal muscles. I maintained the pain pill/muscle relaxer schedule and stayed in a recliner for the night. When I got up this morning, I was very swollen and tight, with pain of maybe 4/10. I waited until this afternoon to shower and take the first look at the girls. Swollen! So swollen. My belly is huge, too. I read several BA reviews referring to the belly bloat--let me tell you, it's no joke! My entire abdomin and chest are puffed up life the stay puff marshmallow man. Yikes. Incisions look good. The included photo was the best I could do. My arm mobility for a side view was not working. Back to the recliner for now. Will update again over the next few days.

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November 16, 2014
they look really great!!! Did you get the anatomical / textured / what kind of base?
November 16, 2014
Thank you! They are Sientra anatomical, textured, round base, 350cc.