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3 Weeks After Breast Lift Surgery - No Implants FANTASTIC RESULTS! Newmarket, ON

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Since puberty I have had tuberous breasts that...

InquisitiveNEager
$7,000
Since puberty I have had tuberous breasts that looked awful when I didn't have a bra on. I went on Real Self after reaching out to Dr. Deborah vanVliet's office, via email (middle of June). Everything was perpetuated by watching a tv show about botched plastic surgeries and corrected surgeries with great results. I figured better late than never to see about my options. Dr. vanVliet's office contacted me the next day and left a message on my cell. I returned their call around 4:40 pm and spoke with Franca, a wonderful lady (patient co-ordinator), that afternoon. When I emailed the office I had mentioned both tuberous breasts and ptosis (sagging). Franca asked some questions to help see what I was thinking and the degree of things. We arranged an appointment for June 25, late afternoon, so I could meet with Dr. vanVliet and discuss my options. I met with Dr. vanVliet the end of June and was pleasantly surprised by her knowledge and candour. She asked me if I was happy with my breast size and I explained that when I was in a bra or pushed my areole to the "proper" position, the volume was there, it just needed help. She explained that I had a highly consticted lower pole and she would be able to correct all of that with doing a breast lift. She said it would produce scars around my areolas as well as a vertical scar beneath the areola, in my lower pole. The doctor left the room and allowed me to get dressed. I finished and sat back down in her office. Dr. vanVliet came back into the room and we began discussing the procedure and time required after surgery, to take off of work. She said that she knew of Wed Aug 12 was available for surgery. I explained that I needed to check the vacation schedule at work and would let her know. She provided me surgery costs, which I felt conflicted about, as this is a totally elective procedure, certainly not life or death! Dr. vanVliet completely understood my extreme hesitation, and explained that I had waited a very long time and understood my hesitation. I asked if they offered a payment plan for procedures? The doctor xplained that they did not but they did have medical finance companies that could provide me a loan, if I was interested? She said I could speak with Lynda, and she would provide me the information. We wrapped up our meeting and I spoke with Lynda about a medical loan. She provided me some company names and contact numbers. I went back to my car and sat for a moment. I called my husband and explained how things went. I then gave him the price and he got quiet. I explained that there are loans available, and I could go on a payment plan with a medical third party. He told me that he loved me - ALL OF ME, but if I felt that this was something that would make me happier, then he supported me. End of story. I let out a deep breath and told him that I loved him, too and appreciated his understanding. We hung up and I, still sitting in the parking lot, chose a loan company with the best payment options and interest rate. I called and after verbally going over my application, I was told I was approved, what the monthly payment would be. I was asked to send over the quote from the clinic and we would go from there. The next day I checked the schedule and the week of August 10-14, was open. I called the clinic, let the know I could book Aug 12 for surgery. Lynda gave me my pre-op appt. with the clinic and we were set!

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Deborah vanVliet, MD

Deborah vanVliet, MD

Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (3)

September 3, 2015
I also had a breast reduction with Dr VanVliet and was the best thing I have done. 9 months later, I will be doing a TT with her on Sept 29th. She is amazing and just love Franca. Good luck with your healing and you will love the results when you are healed.
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September 3, 2015

Hi there, and welcome! Thanks for choosing to share your journey with us. I hope you'll get lots of good advice from this very supportive community. Please update us as you continue to recover :)

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November 23, 2015
Hello and congrats on your successful procedure! I am between Windsor and London and have met with 5 a surgeons all male. I've come across many great reviews on this site in regards to Dr Van Vliet. Thank u for sharing. Would you mind telling me if a implant at same time of lift was a option with her. I am being told a lift will do the job and a implant can be done down the road. Which leads me to believe it's about more money for seperate procedures . And if it's not to much trouble would you please share a post op pic of your lift to date to see the progress. Thanks once again!! Your review is most helpful .
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11 months post

Breasts have changed and fallen into old results. ...

InquisitiveNEager
Breasts have changed and fallen into old results. Was told that this was the best I could expect. Have appointments with other plastic surgeons for second, third and fourth professional opinions.Do not believe Dr. vanVliet is experienced in my areas of needs and surgical revisions/corrections. Would not recommend. Very upset.

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August 6, 2016
I am thinking of getting a breast lift. I am concerned about exactly what you said has happened to you. You had a breast lift and now 11 months later you look like you never had it done. They are saggy again? Is this correct? I am waiting for a consult. I have had 3 consults on breast reductions but I hated the look of the after pictures Nothing like what I want to look like. This is why I am thinking about doing a breast lift Sorry that you are very upset with your results. Hope to hear from you.
August 7, 2016
Hi There, not sure where you live. I would read all reviews of the doctors you are researching and go to your consultations. I think rapport is important and ask for before and months down the road, pictures of lifts. See if all doctors will provide you names and numbers of clients that have had breasts lifts and speak with them. I feel I was too believing of my doctor's experience and abilities. I am almost back to where I was before my surgery. Very disappointed, but once bitten, twice shy. Please do your research.