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Donut Breast Lift W/ Silicone Implant. Miami, FL

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I'm in my 20's, no children but due to...

Queen1awh
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I'm in my 20's, no children but due to weight loss, my boobs now have a sag to it. I spoke with a handful of Drs and so far I may be going with Dr. Leonard Roudner.... After the dr looking over my pictures, he states that the donut lift with the implant under the muscle would be best for me... Any thoughts on that? I've read numerous reviews on the donut lift and that not every patient is qualified for it. Am I qualified for the donut lift? Will I lose sensation in the nipple after this kind of lift? Also, later on in life I do plan to have children and breast feed, Will this type of breast lift affect me from breast feeding?

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Leonard A. Roudner, MD, FACS

Leonard A. Roudner, MD, FACS

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February 25, 2016
I did the donut lift and love it. Barely noticeable scars and it is so much less invasive than a whole lift. Also, in my experience and my friends-we were unable to fully breastfeed after implants. Our milk supply was okay for the 1st month but just couldn't produce enough to properly feed our babies. I breastfed before implants and has ZERO problems. I even asked my doctor (when I had my 1st BA) if I would be able to breastfeed and he said yes. It's bs. Not sure why doctors and websites say women can still breastfeed with implants?? Very misleading. Technically, yes, you can still breastfeed but you won't have enough milk to feed your baby. Sorry! Not good news but it's honest!
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February 25, 2016

Thank you for sharing your story. I hope you get all the feedback and support you need. I found this post about the donut lift from the doctor Q&A area of the breast lift community that might be helpful.

February 26, 2016
I've nursed two babies beyond one year for both and I have implants. What I read from Le Leche League was that unless nerves to the nipple are cut you'll be able to breast feed. A donut lift and implants put in through the nipple will definitely diminish successful breast feeding. I would wait if I were you because (speaking from experience) your breasts will get huge while pregnant and then fill with milk after you have your baby regardless of breastfeeding or not. So, big breasts that then fill with milk, that are already stretched out by implants will just cause you to have to have more surgeries down the road. Your breasts look great in my opinion. If I were you I would just buy some great push up bras and wait on the surgery. I know I would if I could do it all over again.
February 26, 2016
I had my implants put in transaxillary (armpit) so no nerves to my nipple were cut.
April 9, 2016
I had my implants put thru my nipple with a donut lift ! I breast fed perfectly fine for 3 months until I stopped ... Everyone's body is different I was worried my milk wouldn't come in and I was sooooo happy when it did
April 9, 2016
You wot lose sensation mine is perfectly fine ! So worth it sensation comes right back
April 9, 2016
Also that's absolutely not true I have my implants thru the nipple and I breast fed perfectly fine . Every body is different tho !
October 3, 2018
What doctor did you go to?
April 11, 2016
I breast fed two babies both beyond a year after implants. Milk production is based on supply and demand. The implants do not have anything do to with producing or not producing milk. I researched implants and breastfeeding before I had my surgery and also consulted the Le Leche League and went over scholarly journals with my surgeon. He also gave me contact info for two patients that nursed their babies after surgery. It all boiled down to nerves being cut in or around the nipple, which is why I decided to go through the armpit. Your surgeon should have told you that!!! The first month of breast feeding is just a bunch of hormones out of control making milk come out which is why you didn't have problems, but at least you're happy with your lift!
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1 day pre

Let the count down begin (7 more hrs)

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So my surgery is tomorrow morning at 6am with Dr. Leonard Roudner. I flew into Miami this morning and went to my face to face consultation His staff is AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Just off of the service, I received today, I no longer have cold feet about the procedure. My mom came down with me and after the visit, she was ALL for the surgery. Even started to ask about pricing for her to get something done. Any who, after he examined my breast, he stated I DID NOT need to do the lift and scar up my boobs, He stated all I need was a breast augmentation. I'm in between getting 375cc or 400cc. Most like 400cc due to the size does look smaller once they are in. Im super excited, I can't even sleep. Due to my surgery being so early, I was told not to eat or drink after 9pm. Will update tomorrow after the surgery

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April 12, 2016
Best of luck! That's great news about not needing the lift. He told me I needed one :-/ I'm scheduled with him in June, so please keep the updates coming. You're going to look fantastic!
April 12, 2016
I just got back to my hotel. I started the surgery around 6:30am and was done by 8. Was in ALOT of pain. Felt a lot of pressure. Soon as I reached my hotel, I took my pain meds and has a croissant. He's just Amazing. Great decision. At first he said I needed it but after my face to face consultation he said no. So might be the same for you. Will post pics later.
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April 12, 2016
Glad you're happy that you went with him. Looking forward to your update pics. Afraid I won't be as lucky regarding the lift, but that's ok. Get some rest and happy recovery!
April 12, 2016
Wishing you all the luck and healing!! Take it easy and don't try and do too much!
April 13, 2016
Cant wait to see. Im very hopeful that I will not have to do more then a donut lift as well. So glad your waiting is over!!
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Got to the office at 6am. Gave urine and then they started me on my way. I changed into my gown and socks with hair covered. The anesteliotogis came in and l was having some issues with my right nostril so he gave me a nasil spray and I felt amazing after. Another nurse took my pictures and hung them up in the room. I decided in a Full C 400cc's. Dr. Roudner came in and asked what size I decided on and he marked me. I went on the table and the magic begun. YES, you will be nervous and want to start calling (it's normal). Recovery time. I was soooo knocked out, I had no clue to when I woke, when they dress me, NOTHING! Immediately after getting back to my hotel I took my pain medicine and ate something. I was in ALOT of pain. And I mean ALOT. It felt extremely tight, my underarms area would hurt as I tried to do anything. It's now 9pm and I've taken vicodin 3 times already. This pain is no joke. I'm currently laying on top of 3 pillows. Wiped down before bed and you DEFF need open front shirts/dresses. So far I'm in Love with that I see. Let's see how it goes once the swelling goes down. I ended up just doing Silicone implant. NO lift. His site says he has gummy bear. But during consultation, the nurse stated he only has silicone (it's all the same) I don't know what that meant but oh well, it still feels natural.

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April 13, 2016
You look amazing !
April 26, 2016
Very nice!