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32 Years Old W/ 12 Year Old Implants/removal and Lift - Newport Beach, CA
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First off, I have wanted this done for so long. I...
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First off, I have wanted this done for so long. I can't believe it is actually about to happen. I was 20 years old when I decided to get implants (during the height of Pam Anderson, Carmen Elektra, lol big boob generation). Needless to say being a fit, energetic, small 34B female wasn't good enough at the time, or so I thought.
Anyway, I never really took in or understood myself at that time I just wanted what I wanted. I asked for huge breasts and the doctor gave me huge breasts. Im 5'8 slender athlete build so he said I could carry a large chest no problem. Came out of surgery like a dump truck had been sitting on my chest OMG so heavy. I have 575cc salene implants filled to 625cc. Since then we've had a LOVE/HATE type of relationship.
Fast forward to today...I started looking into doctors to remove my implants and see what my best options are to have the best looking natural breasts possible. Ive made 80% of my living off of my looks being a model/personality, so this is a little hard for me but I know its what I want.
Made a few consult appts, i thought I really wanted to have a woman doc, but something kept drawing me to Dr. Ambe. Had my consult with him last week, was waiting maybe 10 to 15 min, nice staff, and booked my date the next day. I am going to have implant removal w/ bilateral internal capsulorraphies and bilateral mastopexies. Sounds like a lot right? He believes I will have a beautiful result.
Fingers crossed.
As my date gets closer Im beginning to feel a little scared but I am sure its just nerves of the unknown.
My pre-op appt is next week on Dec. 17th! My 32nd bday is the 16th and this is my gift!
I will keep this updated throughout my big to small journey in hopes it helps someone else :)
Encouragement welcomed!
Anyway, I never really took in or understood myself at that time I just wanted what I wanted. I asked for huge breasts and the doctor gave me huge breasts. Im 5'8 slender athlete build so he said I could carry a large chest no problem. Came out of surgery like a dump truck had been sitting on my chest OMG so heavy. I have 575cc salene implants filled to 625cc. Since then we've had a LOVE/HATE type of relationship.
Fast forward to today...I started looking into doctors to remove my implants and see what my best options are to have the best looking natural breasts possible. Ive made 80% of my living off of my looks being a model/personality, so this is a little hard for me but I know its what I want.
Made a few consult appts, i thought I really wanted to have a woman doc, but something kept drawing me to Dr. Ambe. Had my consult with him last week, was waiting maybe 10 to 15 min, nice staff, and booked my date the next day. I am going to have implant removal w/ bilateral internal capsulorraphies and bilateral mastopexies. Sounds like a lot right? He believes I will have a beautiful result.
Fingers crossed.
As my date gets closer Im beginning to feel a little scared but I am sure its just nerves of the unknown.
My pre-op appt is next week on Dec. 17th! My 32nd bday is the 16th and this is my gift!
I will keep this updated throughout my big to small journey in hopes it helps someone else :)
Encouragement welcomed!
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Replies (12)
December 9, 2015
I am having the exact procedures as you on January 11th. We have a similar story & I'm looking forward to having them out. I will keep you in my prayers. The emotional part of all of this has been like a roller coaster! But I know it's the right thing to do. Amazing what we women do/have done because of outside pressures, whether it's a person (man, of course) or society's "values".
December 9, 2015
Girl! For real! Thank you for the comment!
I will be thinking of you too and I will keep this updated as much as I can in hopes it can help post-op nerves. Im mostly scared of the tubes Ill have for 4 days!
I will be thinking of you too and I will keep this updated as much as I can in hopes it can help post-op nerves. Im mostly scared of the tubes Ill have for 4 days!
December 10, 2015
Hi I just read your story. Congratulations on your decision to explant! I am having mine out January 27th. I am nervous too! I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers! I hope you have a great outcome and easy recovery!
December 10, 2015
If it makes you feel better I'm having tubes for 7-10 days. I've never had them before:/
December 10, 2015
dont be scared, i had explant and lift with dr. ambe and results are incredible.
December 12, 2015
You'll be happy with your decision to have them removed. At age 20, I had implants put in, now at age 57, I just had them removed one and a half weeks ago. Aside from a little soreness after surgery, I am very pleased with what I see, and so is my hubby. No more buying extra large shirts, on fact I appear a little thinner. No more worries with mammograms, and best of all, it's my own, the real deal!! You'll be glad you did this, and God Bless!
December 13, 2015
Great you will feel free! Of those suckers? Is a berden on anyone who decides to put them in. In the long run even- you'll take them out. Best big luck be well .
UPDATED FROM naturalbb
5 days pre
The countdown continues...
Only 6 more days of big breasted life to go!!! I am so excited to get back to my natural self! The suspense is too much! I just want to be done and healed so I know how all this is going to go. Lol, I am obviously very impatient. My new sports bras have been ordered and are on the way!!! Im already shopping for the smaller chested me! Trying to get in some good small waist, big booty workouts in so I don't lose all my lovely lady lumps in one day.
Im ready to walk around my house naked without having to hold my breasts because of their discomforting weight.
If you have had this surgery or gone to Dr. Ambe for anything, please comment, Id love to hear about your experience!!!
xoxox
Im ready to walk around my house naked without having to hold my breasts because of their discomforting weight.
If you have had this surgery or gone to Dr. Ambe for anything, please comment, Id love to hear about your experience!!!
xoxox
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December 29, 2015
I'm excited for you! I am having mine out in 2 1/2 weeks. I'll be glad to be done but I am nervous about the recovery and how I will look. I just ordered my sports bras today too. How are you having your surgery done? I will keep you in my thoughts and watch for your posts!
January 4, 2016
Yea I am nervous for the same reasons! Wish I could fast forward to tomorrow at this time lol. I dint understand what you mean by how am I having it done? Hopefully the best way there is!
I go in tomorrow at 7.15am so I will try to update after :)
I go in tomorrow at 7.15am so I will try to update after :)
December 30, 2015
I don't & have never had implants, but I did have a breast reduction & lift by Dr. Ambe. While my surgery is different, I can tell
You he's an amazing surgeon. my results are outstanding & everything I could ever hope for. I went from a 32F to a 30DD & couldn't be happier!! I look like I did in high school !! I no longer have the heaviness & awkward clothing situations. I don't have boxy looking boobs like I feared & they are firm & high like I was hoping for. You made an excellent choice for a mastopexy-Ambe is the best!!
You he's an amazing surgeon. my results are outstanding & everything I could ever hope for. I went from a 32F to a 30DD & couldn't be happier!! I look like I did in high school !! I no longer have the heaviness & awkward clothing situations. I don't have boxy looking boobs like I feared & they are firm & high like I was hoping for. You made an excellent choice for a mastopexy-Ambe is the best!!
January 4, 2016
I trust him! I know he works magic! I am so happy to hear that you are so pleased with your results! I can't wait! Thank you so much for commenting!!!
December 31, 2015
Good luck....you are going to be so happy!! xx
December 31, 2015
I just had my explant and lift done on December 14! I was extremely nervous, even shed a couple of tears when they wheeled me to the OR. Fast forward to today, I love looking at my smaller breasts and am like a little kid with the excitement of how much better I look in tops and jackets!!! I went from a 34-36DDD to a 34-36C and honestly I couldn't be happier with my results! You will be so happy after you do this, trust me ❤️
January 4, 2016
Ah! That is the exact feeling I am looking forward to! Thank you so much for commenting!!!
December 31, 2015
I had my explant surgery on December 21st. I've had my saline implants for over 20 years.
I can honestly say that I am thrilled to have them out. I'm probably a full b or small c and they're so perky and not heavy. I cannot wait to be able to workout again and not carry those big lugs around.
Good luck and ask me any questions.
I can honestly say that I am thrilled to have them out. I'm probably a full b or small c and they're so perky and not heavy. I cannot wait to be able to workout again and not carry those big lugs around.
Good luck and ask me any questions.
January 4, 2016
Yeeeee! So happy to hear that you're feeling great and happy!
What were your first couple days post-surgery like? Pain level? Drains?
What were your first couple days post-surgery like? Pain level? Drains?
January 4, 2016
I will be honest. The first day is a blur but I do remember feeling some pain. Second day I was pretty much out of it due to meds. By the third day I started feeling a lot better and by day 4, I felt a ton better. Basically, the first three days sucked for me. I did not have any drains and minimal brusing.
I will suggest asking for foam pretty early on. The foam can help with the bra they give you making indentions and put pressure on some of the swelling to help with that. The t scar on one boob was not healing as well and they had to take off the steri strips because I might have been getting a rash. I didn't ask the dr but would use Betadine in the shower to clean the wound and that seemed to help with redness and the open wound. If this happens to you, please ask about Betadine.
Be sure to keep up with your pain meds for at least the first 3-4 days. Drink a ton a water and get a stool softener. Don't hesitate to ask if you have more questions.
I will suggest asking for foam pretty early on. The foam can help with the bra they give you making indentions and put pressure on some of the swelling to help with that. The t scar on one boob was not healing as well and they had to take off the steri strips because I might have been getting a rash. I didn't ask the dr but would use Betadine in the shower to clean the wound and that seemed to help with redness and the open wound. If this happens to you, please ask about Betadine.
Be sure to keep up with your pain meds for at least the first 3-4 days. Drink a ton a water and get a stool softener. Don't hesitate to ask if you have more questions.
UPDATED FROM naturalbb
1 day pre
TOMORROW IS THE DAY!!!
Ahhh! I don't know if I will be able to sleep tonight! Im so excited and nervous and curious and the list goes on and on!
Check in for surgery is 7.15am and surgery starts at 8.15....thats in 12 HOURS!!! I will try to do an update tomorrow after surgery :)
I really appreciate the support, this site has been such a big help to this process! Thank you!!!
Check in for surgery is 7.15am and surgery starts at 8.15....thats in 12 HOURS!!! I will try to do an update tomorrow after surgery :)
I really appreciate the support, this site has been such a big help to this process! Thank you!!!
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January 4, 2016
I hope everything goes well for you thank you for posting. I feel like I'm reading a story about my self. Was wondering what your natural breasts will look like afterwards. Please send pics when you can. Im excited for you. Good luck!
January 4, 2016
I will def post pictures after and keep my recovery documented. Geez Im wondering what they will look like too lol!I was a small 34B when I was 20 so I guess thats what I will be again :)
I think you'll have fantastic result !
I'll be following your progress !
:-) big hug