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28 Years Old, Long-desired Breast Aug After 50-pound Weight Loss, 650 Cc HP - Amazing Result

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I have been trolling RealSelf for a looong time. ...

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I have been trolling RealSelf for a looong time. I feel compelled to contribute, and excited that I'm actually on the other side!
My journey started after a big weight loss when I was a teenager. I was not heavy as a young child, but puberty was not kind to me, to say the least. I gained weight seemingly overnight, reaching about 180 pounds and a DD at my heaviest.
Thankfully, and probably partly because I was still young, the weight seemed to come off as easy as it was put on. I began dieting and exercising religiously when I was 15, and by the time I was 16-17, I was down to 125.
Aside from some stretch marks, my body seemed to snap back to "normal"... that is, everything except my breasts - one area exercise does not do much for.
Thus began my biggest insecurity. The all-consuming feeling of self-hatred was present every time I took of my shirt, every time I had to be in a bathing suit, every time I saw the bodies of other women my age, every time I was interested in dating someone. I am innately hard on myself, set standards for myself that are too high, judge myself harshly, and compare myself to everyone. Despite anyone telling me I was beautiful, I always felt ugly and unworthy.
I began researching how to fix my breasts through surgery. By the time I was 18, I had the doctor selected, and put the down payment down for a breast lift with implants. I ended up losing the deposit because I just couldn't go through with it. I was too afraid of the scars and did not feel ready for surgery.
This was a blessing in disguise, because - let's just say - life certainly happened in my 20s, and I went through changes that I would not have anticipated.
Fast forward some time - I am now 28, more healthy - physically, mentally - than I've ever been, have matured to a place of self-love and acceptance, have a career that I am passionate about, in a relationship with an amazing man... I knew this was the right time to continue where I left off on my quest to better breasts.
My consultation experience was quite grueling, as I was told a few times that I needed a breast lift or no dice. I was unable to fully express what I desired because I still felt ashamed about my insecurity. But after one of the best surgeons in the business (whom I did not choose) told me that I did not have to have a lift now if I did not want, that I would be able to feel better about my breasts with an implant alone, that his opinion is that many of his colleagues perform breast lifts too often when one is not needed, I was determined to keep researching until I found the one... the doctor who ended up being my very last consultation.
I was anxious the entire process, worrying about every little thing - outcome, complications, is it the right size, the right implant, the right placement, negative voices of other doctors still in my head- but my surgeon and those close to me helped me to get out of my crazy and let go of what I cannot control and stay positive and confident in my decisions and ready for surgery.
Now that I have bored you to pieces (whoever may be reading up to this point), here are the goods - my stats: I am 5'7, 130 pounds, gym rat, healthy/active lifestyle. Went with Natrelle Style 20 (high profile), 650 cc, under. Went from a 32 saggy B or C to 32 European F (32 DD+).
I am aware that I may need a lift later on, but still being young and not having kids, I was not ready to settle on it yet. Also, I've never been super perky, and I don't mind a little sag! (as long as the volume is there)
SO, SO worth it. I am loving my breasts at only a week after surgery. I can't wait for them to drop and heal. My recovery has been pretty smooth so far *knocks on wood*
Thank you all for sharing your stories, and I hope to be of help the same way you all were for me!

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November 12, 2017
I think your results are amazing! I read your entire post and am grateful that you shared your story! I'm booked for surgery on 11/17 & am fearful I'm going too large (Natrelle Soft Touch Full/HP anywhere from 450-605cc, 5'7", 120lbs, 32c/prior 32d) but reading your post has made me feel better! Thank you! Now I need to post my story/stats/PreOp photos, I've been putting it off but I think reading other stories really help! Thank you again!
November 13, 2017
I’m so glad my story helped you! I was also afraid I was going too big, and now I feel I could have gone even a little bigger! Lol. The advice that was given to me was go with the size that you feel is a little too big when you have the sizers on. But trust your plastic surgeon and your gut. Good luck!!
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November 14, 2017
Thank you so, so much! I appreciate your feedback! It's so difficult trying to decide which size is best, I'm very afraid of going too big & being top-heavy. But yours is an amazing result! Seriously, I think you pull them off 100%!
November 29, 2017
Thank you!! That was my biggest fear too. I think being somewhat tall helps a lot. Good luck and I look forward to seeing your results!
November 29, 2017
Good for you for not giving into the pressure to have a lift! I think your breasts looked good before and look great now! I too had a PS assistant tell me I should ave lift and was really pressuring me. I got more opinions too, and finally found a wonderful surgeon! Take care of your breasts and you may never need a lift! Thanks for sharing!
November 29, 2017
Thank you so much! I’m happy to hear that you found what you were looking for too. :)
January 9, 2018
WOW. Money well spent snd congrats on the weight loss. You look perfect.
January 21, 2018
You look incredible!! Did your dr go over or under the muscle?
January 22, 2018
I thought your breast looked fine in your before picture - just a little droopy but like most normal woman - they look very nice in the after - dont be so self-consious - you are young and beautiful - enjoy it!
UPDATED FROM RSMember16194
9 days post

some more recent photos

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January 11, 2018
There really nice! Do you like how theyve dropped? I was recommended 600 over mod plus and now im wondering if this would be better.
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January 22, 2018
Yours are my wish brsasts! Congratulations :) I am going to the other side on Feb. the 5th - wish me luck! :)
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9 days post

Some pre-op photos...

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Breasts did not match the rest of my body

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December 6, 2017
Were you told you would need a lift at all?