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39 Years Old, BF 3 Kids, Going from a 32A to a B, Considering 235-255cc Mentor Mod Profile, Submuscular (Want to Stay Small!)
ORIGINAL POST
I've always been small chested and have a lifetime...
shorty78January 23, 2017
$10,000
I've always been small chested and have a lifetime of padded bras and swimsuits. Even though I've been self-conscious about my breasts, I had never thought seriously about getting implants until this year. After breastfeeding 3 kids, my tiny breasts are just deflated and worse than that, my nipples are droopy as well! I realized that I was getting self conscious being naked in front of my husband and it wasn't until I saw a girlfriend's BA that I understood that implants don't have to look fake.
MY GOAL
My goal is to come out with a moderate to full B. I like the way Kate Hudson looks and don't want large breasts. I'm currently an 32A with a BWD of 10.5". My doctor was recommending an incision below the breast since I breastfed and the nipple tissue is weak. At my first sizing, I liked the 235 and 255cc Mentor mods.
MY FEARS
-Capsular Contracture!
-Toxicity of the silicone implants
-Others finding out (my husband knows and is very supportive but I'm not telling anyone else including my family or even my BFF)
-My 35lb baby wanting me to hold her and I only have help for the first two weeks
-Getting the wrong size/shape
-The pain of recovery!
Would love to hear how others have overcome these fears and if you've had a positive or negative small implant experience!
MY GOAL
My goal is to come out with a moderate to full B. I like the way Kate Hudson looks and don't want large breasts. I'm currently an 32A with a BWD of 10.5". My doctor was recommending an incision below the breast since I breastfed and the nipple tissue is weak. At my first sizing, I liked the 235 and 255cc Mentor mods.
MY FEARS
-Capsular Contracture!
-Toxicity of the silicone implants
-Others finding out (my husband knows and is very supportive but I'm not telling anyone else including my family or even my BFF)
-My 35lb baby wanting me to hold her and I only have help for the first two weeks
-Getting the wrong size/shape
-The pain of recovery!
Would love to hear how others have overcome these fears and if you've had a positive or negative small implant experience!
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UPDATED FROM shorty78
13 days pre
2 weeks away + sizing appointment
shorty78January 31, 2017
I'm two weeks away from the big day! I had a sizing appointment with Dr. Hidalgo and reiterated my goal to be a medium B and appear natural. He said in his experience, I should get the biggest size I could stand since most people's perspectives adjust quickly post surgery. Here's a photo with 235cc on the left and 255cc on the right. My first inclination was to do the 235 since that's what I usually look like with padding and I'm comfortable with it. But he convinced me to go with 255cc. He said I have broad shoulders and with a smaller implant, you would have a wider gap between the breasts and perhaps look a little more fake.
So here's where I'm headed:
-255cc submuscular mentor mod profile
-incision in the crease (he offered through the nipple but said dents sometimes happen during replacement due to weak breast tissue from breastfeeding AND replacement would happen in the crease so why endure two incisions?) Also, the rate of capsular contracture seems to be lower in the crease due to infection through the nipple.
What do you think about the sizers?
So here's where I'm headed:
-255cc submuscular mentor mod profile
-incision in the crease (he offered through the nipple but said dents sometimes happen during replacement due to weak breast tissue from breastfeeding AND replacement would happen in the crease so why endure two incisions?) Also, the rate of capsular contracture seems to be lower in the crease due to infection through the nipple.
What do you think about the sizers?
Replies (5)
January 31, 2017
Hi, I'm due my surgery the same day as you and have the same goals :-) Currently a 36A and wanting to go up to a full B small C cup. Also have 3 kids and post breastfeeding have been left with nothing but sag and skin it feels. My doctor recommended 300 cc mentor mod plus which I quite liked in clothes but think will be too big for me naked or for exercising and I'm getting them for me so just really want to feel comfortable with them. I've asked him to get the 250's in as well and given him some pics of my ideal boobs (very natural looking not too big) and said he can make the call on the day between size versus what looks right diameter wise on my chest wall. He has said he will try to get me as close as he can to my wish pics so we shall see! Good luck x
February 1, 2017
Wow, it's great to have someone with similar goals and background to share the experience with! What is your BWD? My doctor seemed to want me to consider bigger, but it just looked way too big on me. I'll be rooting for you!
February 1, 2017
Not sure of BWD, but wide enough to need the moderate plus for diameter not just the fact I felt the high profile were too obvious. Haven't started a review yet will let you know when I've done it so we can compare progress etc. :-)
February 1, 2017
I have the same stats but a BWD of 12.5, so the smallest I could go was 275cc. I ended up with 275cc mod + and they are just a little too big for me. I'm thinking of downsizing to 225 moderates. I was a 32A before, now I'm a C-D cup. Looks okay in clothes but huge in a swimsuit. And I didn't tell anyone except family about them so it will be awkward going anywhere tropical with friends. Also my nipples are always erect (which is really common after augmentation) so I have to wear a thicker bra that makes me look even bigger. Stick with your gut! Stay small if that's what you want.
February 4, 2017
Arethereanynamesleft Thank you so much for sharing! Now I'm thinking of going with the 235cc based on your story. I really appreciate it.
February 3, 2017
I had my BA/Revision performed December 5, 2016. my BWD is 11.5 , 125lbs, 5'7" and was looking to reduce from 34DD bra size to a more athletic build. Doctor place 255cc extra projection 410 anatomical silicone implants beneath the muscle. This size is very comfortable for me. I got sized at VS 1 month after and was told I was a 32dd; however, I am smaller now - thinking a small D or large C. I work out 5 days a week and enjoy not having to wear mega support bras anymore more. Stick to your goals. Most doctors are worried about patients having boob greed after surgery. I was concerned about going so small, but my doctor based his final decision on our discussions and my body type and measurements for a perfect outcome.
February 4, 2017
Wow, thank you for sharing your story. I'm sorry you went through all of this, but it sounds like you are happy post-revision. Thanks so much.
February 14, 2017
This Thursday I am going in for the lift portion of my BA. I am still very happy with my size. I can do cardio/box jumps etc with a light support sports bra very comfortably now. Or I can wear a padded bra and look as I did before surgery. Listen to your doctor and don't be swayed. Large implants will stretch your sink and my require a lift in the future. Good luck.
February 3, 2017
They both look good, but I would stay as small as you can. Believe me, they will begin to feel/look much bigger over time and can make you look matronly as you age. You want to look fit, not fat. Best of luck to you!
UPDATED FROM shorty78
9 days pre
Shopping list (almost one week out)
shorty78February 4, 2017
Hi everyone,
I'm just about a week out and I've started buying items for post surgery. Any recommendations for things you had or wished you had during recovery?
Arnica
Bromelain
Colace
Zip up sports bra
Lip balm
Tissues
Baby wipes
Wedge pillow
Neck pillow
Prune juice
Ice packs
Button down
Zip up jacket
Coconut oil
I'm just about a week out and I've started buying items for post surgery. Any recommendations for things you had or wished you had during recovery?
Arnica
Bromelain
Colace
Zip up sports bra
Lip balm
Tissues
Baby wipes
Wedge pillow
Neck pillow
Prune juice
Ice packs
Button down
Zip up jacket
Coconut oil
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