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Two Stage Breast Aug - New Jersey, NJ

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I am in the process of having Male Breast...

AlbieSeptember 29, 2014
$10,500
I am in the process of having Male Breast Augmentation using inplant expanders to stretch my tissue to the size I desire. This is a two stage process using expanders much like they do on breast reconstruction. After finally deciding on this procedure I did some research and what I saw I was not impressed with results. I was able to fine a PS in my area that was willing to take on my goal. We discussed possible options which included straight breast aug, I two stage process where by a smailler implat woudl be placed in and go back later to exchange and have a larger one placed in , or the third option which I agreed to , having tissue expanders placed inside and slowly stretch my tissue to accomadate the size implant that I want. I am about 5 11 180 so I figure I will need a larger implant to get the "look" that I am after. I have not decided on an exact size but rather the "look". Currently I have had the expanders inserted and I am now going back once a week for my fills where my PS injects appx. 40cc of saline into each of my expanders thu a tiny valve or port directly under my skin in the top part of my expanders. I fell constant pressure and somewhat uncomfortable for the next few days after each fill. currently I have 340ccs The injecting process is not bad at all but the pressure I feel is for th emost part constant. so far they are passing the point of looking like large pecs and now are more "mound looking" a little non symtrical (which is very normal for expanders) and of course extremely firm.

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Evan Sorokin, MD

Evan Sorokin, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Miss cris
September 30, 2014
Good luck to you
Albie
September 30, 2014
Thank you! I am so looking forward to exchanging the expanders for implants
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BethH
October 3, 2014
I'm so glad to see you started a review to share your journey with us Albie! I'm also happy to hear that you feel like you're treated well and at ease in your doctor's office. Just curious, do you have to fill the expanders slightly larger than the actual implant size that you desire? Or do you get filled to the exact amount of cc's that you need for a specific sized implant? Does that make sense? ;)
Albie
October 3, 2014
Hi Beth! Its so great to be treated so well by my PS and his Staff! having male breast aug, is not something that is not very common to say the least! . I started calling PS offices in the area and found my current PS apx. 40 mins away. From the time I called and came in the staff was great! I went back three times prior to having my expanders put in, each time the staff put me at easy and really make sure all of my questions were answered, even providing answers to questiosn I had not considered. Now when I come in each weekfor my fills both my PS and staff ask me alot of questions and really take an interest on how I am doing so far. To answer your question, I asked the same question my PS said that if I want the exact size/ projection than I would have to go appx. larger 50-100cc more if I want a lesser amount of size and or projection than go with the same cc amout as whats in my expanders at the time of surgery. I just got back from my weekly fill. I am st 420ccs now. I definatly feel the pressure and will be sore for the next few days. Wtih the last couple of fills I started to see more projection so they are becoming more noticable also feeling more weight in my chest. Still have not decided to go with saline or silicone.
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BethH
October 6, 2014
That makes sense about "how much" to fill your expanders to accommodate your ideal implant size. Tough decision on the implant type. Is there a more commonly used implant for men? Have you found any "wish boob" pictures? You can post them in your review if you like. Hope the pressure is easing up a bit.
Albie
October 6, 2014
Hi Beth, no, its basically the same operation only difference being men don't have the tissue and its not as elastic as women do. I didnt think abut posting "wish pics " in the site. going into this I really want the look / feel to have them look as natural as possible at a descent size that fits my frame well or to go maybe slightly larger. So far with my recent fills they are filling out well I am starting to get some side projection, as when I swing my arms I am feeling them brush against. Still sore took muscle relaxer over the weekend. Cant lift my arms past my shoulds with pain and stretching feeling, also no lifting / trying not to use my chest muscles.
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BethH
October 8, 2014
If everything is the same, then I would assume your doctor would suggest silicone since you don't have a lot of current breast tissue. I've heard this avoids possible rippling, etc. Any decisions yet?

I have heard that the side projection takes time to get used to. It seems like there is "more" to get through the door way and bumping the door frame is quite common. Some members notice the side projection when they start golfing again months after their surgery. 

Thanks for answering all my questions. I appreciate you teaching me about your procedure!
Albie
October 8, 2014
Thaks for the advise on saline / silicone, My PS and I have not sat down adn discussed which type of implant yet, but what I hav read tens to go along with getting Silicone. When I look down a don't see a flat chest anymore but rather projections as well as others are definatly noticing too! its both exciting and a little nervous too! I was talking with a friend, giving her all the updates with my progress, she mentioned that come next summer I will not be able to go shirtless anymore. Not that I have not thought about that and its not a big deal to me but it does underline the changes and expectations people have
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BethH
October 10, 2014
Oh yes, that's an excellent point your friend made about going shirtless in the future. I would not have thought about this ahead of time. You'll have to mention that in the body of your review next time. I'm sure there will be a few more of those "ah ha" moments in the future.

Even though you're so excited about your change, do you feel there is a bit of grieving to be done over the loss of your masculine chest? I know women often experience it...they say "goodbye" to their small boobs in so many ways. I've read a lot of reviews that say they'll miss their small boobs, but usually the excitement of the new boobs is enough to get them through this phase. 
Albie
October 10, 2014
I had thought about it and right now I am too excited about the change no greiving about it at all. What I am feeling I guess could be discribed as little odd at time with my "new growing chest" being a man with breasts its interesting I get asked a lot of questions of course there are the stares and some negative remarks but for the most part from women they have been very inquizitive and supportive over all. Judging by what others have told me I am thinking pretty much tipping the scales from large pecs to breats now depending on what I wear. Currently I do not wear a bra as I dont really feel I need to as they are very firm no movement or bounce. As my fills progress or when I exchange them for implants that will change.
Albie
October 10, 2014
Beth I want to thank you for taking an interest in my progression I am so obcessed with the whole process can't wait for the end results :)
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BethH
October 10, 2014
Aww, thank YOU Albie for sharing your journey with us. I firmly believe that there are many people who will find your story very helpful and inspirational!
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macbook
June 11, 2015
Albie's journey was really enlightening and gave empowerment to future patients. Thank you Albie!
Albie
June 14, 2015
Thanks :)
Albie
October 24, 2014
I went in for another fill and I think this may be my last one. I am currently up to 560ccs, I discussed with my Ps stopping here as I think I have the "look" I want, probably will go with maybe a 600cc silicone mentor implant. I go back in 2 weeks to decide next step finalize type of implant and set a date. I would luv to have the exchange done over the holidays but most likely sometime in Januaray.
mamaof3e
November 7, 2014
So are you planning to have a sex change or you just want breasts? I don't mean that as a disrespectful question but I was just curious what you want for the final outcome!
Albie
November 8, 2014
No worries about the question, I am having just my breasts done. Something I have always wanted and felt I should have had. This has been a long time in the making, prior to the expanders being inserted I wore breast forms for 6 mos to get "use" to the look and feel both physically and socially. Now I am at the point of having a date set in December
Albie
November 8, 2014
Regarding outcome, well thats a lot to answer but specifically I am looking to have as natually looking breasts as possible considering my frame. I am 5 11 180 so not a small frame, as you know when dealing with size and all forget the cup size and focus on the "look" you want. I am hoping for something just a tad larger than want the average look would be for someone with my frame if that makes any sense. thanks
unhumen04
November 13, 2015
I am another male just like you. I am looking to get a more rou ded body with breasts. I am wondering how things for you have been after the procedure. I read your review throughout and am excited to get to where mine settle in but first I have to have the procedure. If you have any hints for another male doing this without the transition, that would be great.
UPDATED FROM Albie
3 months post

Rocks in my chest

AlbieOctober 7, 2014
Expanders are very firm feel like rocks in my chest. Starting to feel some side projection when I move my arms across my body they are beginning to rub the side of my chest. Pretty soon I will have to watch how close I turn corners lol. I go back again this Friday for another fill, this one will bring me up to 460cc I think. starting to fill out my shirts, especially tees

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UPDATED FROM Albie
3 months post

Another fill! 460ccs

AlbieOctober 10, 2014
Just had another 40ccs, added that takes me to 460ccs it sounds like LOL I feel the wieght of them more than in the beginning. under clothing they look OK but without a shirt on you can tell they are not very symetrical, one is higher than the other and my right side as more projection on the right side so now I can feel my arm brush against the sides when swinging or reaching over. Talked to my PS and we decided to go with Silicone forms once we ready to exchange. Now the bad news once I get to the volume and size / look I want my PS wants to wait 1-3 months so the tissue really stretches before the exchange. not sure why but this time my left side doesn't seem to hurt as much as the right usually both hurt due to the added ccs and the pressure, but today left side so far has not bothered me, I know its early jsut hd it done but doesn't feel bad at all.

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