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24 Year Old, Breast Lift with Implants, 435cc High Profile - Newcastle, AU

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So this is my first post and I don't really know...

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SaraGV
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So this is my first post and I don't really know how this works but I'm hoping to help others by documenting my journey and get advice/tips/get in touch with you ladies who have gone through or are going through the same thing.

My surgery is scheduled for May 22nd, roughly three weeks away (a day before my 24th birthday eep). I've opted for 400/450cc high profile polyurethane (furry brazilian) implants with a lollipop lift. The surgery will take roughly 3 hours and I'll be out of hospital the same day. I'm very nervous but so excited.

I'll be posting photo's throughout my journey and afterwards for anyone interested.

I would love to hear any sort of feed back from any other ladies who have had the lollipop lift and/or implants. How long until you felt normal/went back to work/excersised? What were your experiences with scarring? How much pain were you in after surgery and how long until the pain subsided? If you have an upcoming surgery like me I'd love to hear from you and hear about your experience so far :)

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Bernard Beldholm, MBBS, FRACS

Bernard Beldholm, MBBS, FRACS

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April 30, 2015
Hi there congrats on this journey!!! Am scheduled for this Monday may 4 the am nervous excited but excited more now lol....had some going back and forth on size with my PS but finally chose 350 saline implant high profile filled to 400. Sometimes I feel my anxiety coming that I get soo nauseas lol...also getting a full loft no kids yet but I figured why not if I can I will and in the future I will do it again with gods will
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April 30, 2015
Wow so soon! You must be excited. It's a very nerve wracking thing but it's good we have a place like this to share our experiences and ask questions :) I struggled deciding on a size too. My PS recommended larger than what I had initially chosen and I ended up going back for another consult and went up a cup and a half! Are you getting the lollipop method for your lift? I don't have any children either but weight loss/years of wearing the wrong size bra has made my boobs sad looking haha good luck with your surgery, I'm sure they will be amazing. Looking forward to your results :)
April 30, 2015
Am getting a full anchor lift with partial mastectomy due to a lot of breast tissue and also reduces the risk of breast cancer ...my mom is a survivor ....and thank you am getting soo nervous & am working out a lot since I will not be able to but I plan on eating healthy. How tall are you...I feel like am wider on my shoulders so I hope am going with the right size...am 5'7 and I weigh 147 lbs ...I have also done the yoyo effect to my boobs
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April 30, 2015
Hey there! How exciting for you! Isn't it soooo nice to finally take care of something that has been bothering you most your life. Before your surgery I suggest being as healthy as possible and exercising and getting a lot of protein in to help you heal faster. I've felt pretty good the whole time so far and this is my 10th day since surgery. The pain isn't bad. Only waking up towards the end of the night pain. I suggest taking the pain pills to help you sleep at night because letting your body get a good full rest is very important. How you go into your healing process mentally will make a world of a difference. Just have some mental toughness and feel calm about it. It is going to look weird at first. You will have swelling in weird places. It's going to be sore. Don't let this get in your head and just tell yourself bring it on because you are going to kick this thing in the ass and its going to turn out great :)
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April 30, 2015
Hey! Thank you so much for your advice. I was definitely feeling a bit lost and had no real idea what to expect. I've read a lot about water retention
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May 1, 2015
and bloating (oops clicked post by accident) did you experience any bloating? And if so has it subsided at all? Are you still sleeping on your back? I'm a pretty average sleeper so I'm a little worried but know the end result will be well worth it! I've been so excited about my surgery that I hadn't properly considered how much pain I'd be in/recovery time etc (silly I know but I can't wait!) so it's really nice to hear from someone who is living through it. Thanks again for your advice. You look great! Your results are awesome and at only 10 days post. You must be over the moon!
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May 23, 2015
Sorry I couldn't find your profile to answer you till now! They look great congrats! The bloating doesn't last long so don't worry! A lot of people have been asking if I lost weight just because the bigger boobs make my waist look smaller. Or maybe I did lose weight in not sure!! So no worries about the bloating. I started sleeping on my side pretty early because even if I fall asleep on my back I turn on my side in the night. I try not to wen still though. Good luck!!
May 7, 2015
What surgeon are you using ?
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May 8, 2015
Dr. Komorowski
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May 13, 2015
Dr Beldholm. He's located in Sydney and Lorne but as I live down the east coast Lorne was the closer option :)
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August 17, 2015
I have my surgery date coming up, how did you decide between medium plus or high profile? I've decided on 485 CC silicone High profile (I have very little breast tissue) but I'm struggling that they're going to look too 'ball' like ... do you find that as they've settled they're less so?
February 11, 2017
Did you get under the muscle or over ?
UPDATED FROM SaraGV
21 days pre

Before photos

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I thought I should probably post some before photo's of my sad boobies before their makeover. These images were given to me by my surgeon.

The sad looking photos were taken on the day of my consult and the last three photos were generated using a fun little program called 'crisalix' (??) He typed in the implant size and my measurements. (I'm not sure if this can be done at home on your own computer?)

I have had two consultations, these images being from the first when I had planned to go for a smaller sized implant, 335cc. I have since made another visit to to doc and opted for 400cc. If all goes to plan my boobs should look like this only a cup and a half larger and slightly more even. Yay!

I am also having a touch of lipo on my left breast as it is significantly larger than my right (that's where the evening out part comes in). Doc also told me that I should expect more swelling to my left breast because of this and also told me that I will experience swelling again in both breasts, two weeks post op.

Again, I would love to hear everyone else's experiences and appreciate any sort of advice :)

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April 30, 2015

Thanks for sharing your story and photos. It sounds like you're on your way in your journey. I suggest checking in your surgery date on this calendar to get support from members getting their procedures done around the same time.

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April 30, 2015
Thanks! I put my surgery date in but not sure if I've done it correctly. I'm still trying to work this place out :) thanks again
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May 1, 2015

You did it, best wishes!

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May 2, 2015
Hey there, I got my lift and implants (385cc HP) on Apr 22nd so I'm in day 9 of healing. Everyone heals and tolerates surgery and pain differently nut heres my story so far. I'm no longer taking any of the meds perscribed although I'm still sore and have to take it easy. Ive been able to lift my arms over my head slowly to wash my hair since the 3rd day after surgery. My doc said no lifting for at least two weeks and take it easy for at least a month and I can resume upper body exercise 6 weeks after surgery date. I have a 6 month old so that has been the hardest for me....to not pick him up but I'm still trying to hold and cuddle as much as I can. You will definitely need help at least the first week. It feels like you have rocks on your chest but the pain is tolerable, especially if you take your meds as prescribed! I was out of it for about 3 days after and got sick from anesthesia but made it through and so glad I did it! You will be so happy and relieved after its over. Good luck and take care of yourself. Looking forward to seeing pics!
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May 13, 2015
Hey! Sorry for the late response, I haven't logged in for a loooong time. Thanks so much for sharing your story. How are you feeling now? They look amazing! Im going to mentally prepare myself to be in a heap of pain and stock up on some good DVDs and spend most of my days off (I took 10 days) rugged up in bed haha :) I'm very nervous (especially about sleep, how did you find sleeping?) and I know I'll be freaked out by the swelling etc at first but will have to concentrate on the end result! I live with my 1 year old godson so it'll definitely be tough not being able to pick him up. Hope you're back to lots of cuddles and are feeling great :)
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May 14, 2015
I was able to sleep OK because the meds knocked me out lol. I slept pretty much sitting up on the couch for the first week. It was more soreness and tightness than actual pain....more discomfort but keep up on the meds at least the first few days and you will be fine. I'm picking up my baby now and I can tell if I'm overdoing it. You're body will let you know. I'm doing well now and it was definitely worth it! Good luck and take care!!!
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May 13, 2015
If these are what your boobs look like pre op. You are most definitely going to have amazing results! Looking forward to your before and after pictures!! :)
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May 20, 2015
I hope so! Super nervous and excited.. Only one day til surgery! You're looking seriously amazing. How are you feeling?
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1 day pre

Today's the day!

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Omg it's come around so quickly! I'm headed to the hospital at 8.30am and I am expecting to do a fair bit of waiting around before I actually go in to surgery? Nerves are through the roof but I'm so flippin' excited! Will post photos later today or tomorrow depending on how I'm feeling after the operation :)

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May 21, 2015
Awesome!! Early congratulations to you! I can't wait to see your results. I've been going back and forth with the idea for a couple years myself. I also have one breast larger and was wondering if lipo on the one would be possible for symmetry prior to augmentation so your review answered that for me :D
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May 22, 2015
Thank you lovely! I'm back at my accom now, all went well just feeling sore :) I'm so glad I could help! My surgeon told me to expect more swelling in my left breast (the larger of the two) but right now they're about the same in terms of swelling- they're HUGE and rock hard at the moment haha. I'll post some photo's soon and some better quality ones tomorrow. My arms are too sore for selfies tonight haha
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May 22, 2015
Thank you! I'm glad surgery went well for you :)
May 22, 2015
Good Luck
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May 22, 2015
Thank you :)