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My breast aug is scheduled for 2/15/12, and I am...
gmh344February 4, 2012
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My breast aug is scheduled for 2/15/12, and I am so excited I cannot stand it. I have wanted bigger boobs since I was a teenager, and I finally decided to do it. I am 35, no kids, 5'10" tall, 155 lbs, and currently a good size "A" cup. I just went to my pre-op appointment yesterday, and we settled on 325 cc mentor moderate plus silicone implant. He is going under the muscle, and will use an inframammary incision. I am a little nervous about the size because I don't want to be a "D" cup. I don't want someone to look at me and think I have huge boobs, I want them to think I have nice boobs and that I am well proportioned. Everyone always tells the tall girls you can go bigger, but I am just not comfortable with that idea. My before pictures are below. My left breast is a little bigger than my right, but it really doesn't bother me. We are going with the same size implant in each breast. I really love the shape of my natural breast, so I hope because they are already so pretty, I will end up with a great result!
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February 9, 2012
Hi Gigi, I am about the same proportion to you (38, 152lb, 5'11") and I am going with 450cc (high profile). Did you take some pictures with the 325cc implants in? also I have asymmetry and it am going to get a 50cc difference because it really bothers me, be aware that once your boobs are bigger, that difference might be more obvious. I would try some more sizers on with a 25-50cc difference look down at them. I could noticeably tell one was smaller than the other without that extra 50cc in the right.
I agree with you about not wanting my boobs to be obvious, but due to my height and bone structure, 450cc did not look too big (take a look at my blog). It took 2 visits for sizing before I finally agreed how much to go. I recommend another visit. My first visit was such a blur. Also you have a good amount of breast tissue, so with the 325cc you might end up looking like you have 400cc.
When is your surgery?
Good luck!!!
I agree with you about not wanting my boobs to be obvious, but due to my height and bone structure, 450cc did not look too big (take a look at my blog). It took 2 visits for sizing before I finally agreed how much to go. I recommend another visit. My first visit was such a blur. Also you have a good amount of breast tissue, so with the 325cc you might end up looking like you have 400cc.
When is your surgery?
Good luck!!!
February 9, 2012
I didn't take any photos with the sizers in that would have been smart. I just looked at your photos with the sizers in and you look great! I would have never thought you had 450 and 500ccs in there! I think there must be something about the way I am built because I looked huge with 350 ccs. I brought a friend with me and she thought they looked good, but really big. I was having doubts yesterday, but today I am confident I went with the right size. I am, however, going to ask my Dr if he thinks we should do a smaller size for the larger breast. I will leave that decision up to him. It doesn't bother me too much, and I figure if they aren't identical, it will just make the boob job look more natural, right? I think photos make the asymmetry look worse than it is. My surgery is next Wednesday! So excited!!! Good luck to you!
February 13, 2012
I can see with ur before pics that you have more breast tissue than I do, so with the 325cc implants you would be about 400ccc(existing plus implant). When you compare with others you always have to see how much existing breast tissue they have, so don't feel you are not making the right choice. I am able to put a bigger implant in there because of the lack of existing tissue.
February 13, 2012
Hi there! Finally, I found someone in the same boat as myself!! I do not want someone to look at me and think "she has implants" I want them to wonder.. I want them to be natural! I am shorter then you, same weight (though I do not look fat, I just have muscle). I am choosing between 325cc or 350cc. I too am smaller in the right breast and my PS wants to fix it, I too told my PS that if they are uneven, it's ok with me because I don't want perfect sized-equal breasts.
Also, I think the 325cc will be great for you because you have tissue to support the 325cc implant. Your breasts will be larger than mine, because I have less tissue! I just keep thinking to myself that no matter what they will look (how small, we decide) better than what I have now (as long as they are not big).
Best of luck to you! Oh also, I read a ladies blog and she totally recommended socks during surgery and silk pants once you are home because you will be able to slide better on the couch and or bed! Please please, let us know how it goes!!!
Also, I think the 325cc will be great for you because you have tissue to support the 325cc implant. Your breasts will be larger than mine, because I have less tissue! I just keep thinking to myself that no matter what they will look (how small, we decide) better than what I have now (as long as they are not big).
Best of luck to you! Oh also, I read a ladies blog and she totally recommended socks during surgery and silk pants once you are home because you will be able to slide better on the couch and or bed! Please please, let us know how it goes!!!
UPDATED FROM gmh344
Ugh!!! Surgery is scheduled for tomorrow, and I...
gmh344February 14, 2012
Ugh!!! Surgery is scheduled for tomorrow, and I woke up with a sore throat. I feel the beginnings of a cold coming on, hopefully I won't have to reschedule!!! I am calling the PS offfice to let them know, and see what they think.
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February 14, 2012
Good luck tomorrow gigi! My BA is scheduled for Feb 16! I'm 5'10" and weigh 160 pounds. I've had 4 kids so my boobs are empty shells. I'm getting 550 cc saline implants. I have a fear of looking too huge, yet I need to fill up what the kiddos took away from me. I guess I'm trusting my PS to make me look fuller and natural. I'm pretty broad in the shoulders. Anyways I'll be thinking of you tomorrow.
February 16, 2012
Hello mama.of.4....just seeing how your feeling....I had my surgery on Feb 3rd...I had 500cc and I love the way they look....they did look huge when I first got them done since they were up by my collar bone but its been 2wks and they have dropped a lot. I have one that is dropping slower then the other but all in all very happy with the results. Did you have a pain pump? I didn't, just meds to take...I have to say I just started feeling back to normal yesterday...were I didn't have to take anything for sore or stiffness. Let me know how your feeling.....speedy recovery:)
February 16, 2012
Thanks ocean7! I was just checking the site one last time before I leave. I was totally freaking out last night that I'm going too big, so I'm glad you're happy with 500's. I'm not getting a pain pump so I will try and stay on top of the pain pills. Did you set an alarm clock at night to wake you up to take more medication?
February 16, 2012
I'm sorry....I forget about the time change...I'm eastern time...lol. I did not set my clock....I took a valium before bed and if it started to get uncomfortable within the night I took the Ibuprofen 800. It depends on your pain tolerance I guess. You going to look great...don't freak out!!!!....The first thing my husband said he saw when he came in recovery was me looking under my blanket to see my new boobies....lol. If your feeling up to it later message me and we can compare notes....good luck
February 15, 2012
I'm 5'8", 130Ibs, 35, 2 kids with about the same amount of breast tissue you have, but dropped from breastfeeding. I went with 325cc and 350cc (asymmetry) 5 days ago. It's still early, but I am so far very happy with the size and this was a major issue for me, but I felt very confident that my PS knew I wanted boobs, not bazookas, and he put what he could fit within the space - 375cc would have been too much of a stretch. I think you'd be very happy with 325cc or 350cc, there's minimal difference. Also - the sizers look SO different compared to what it feels like once it's in. Good luck!
UPDATED FROM gmh344
Well, they are done! Surgery was at 7:30 am, I...
gmh344February 15, 2012
Well, they are done! Surgery was at 7:30 am, I was on my way home by 9:15. I am sore, but I don't think it's terrible. My right breast hurts more than my left, maybe because I am right hand dominant, and that side was smaller with a tighter muscle? Has anyone else experienced more pain and swelling in one vs the other right from the start? Little things like pumping hand soap to wash my hands can be difficult. Otherwise, I am really happy with the result. They are super swollen, but they look great.
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February 15, 2012
I'm glad that everything went good for you today. : ) They look good! I'm scheduled for 10:30 tomorrow morning.
February 17, 2012
Hi gigi- everything went great yesterday. I feel a little soreness this morning, but not nearly as bad as I was expecting. I;m still taking just one pain killer and valium every 4 to 6 hours but thinking of switching to tylenol next. Are you still doing good? One boob is bigger than they other, but I'm assuming that's swelling. I'm looking forward to unwrapping the girls tomorrow and seeing what they look like. : ) Take it easy today!
February 16, 2012
wow! they look great! my operation is on Monday and I am so excited. please keep us posted with the recovery!
February 16, 2012
You look great, quite hourglass! The swelling on top will go down a lot in just a few days. Rest well :)
Thank you for starting your story and posting your photos here on RealSelf. Your breasts are so pretty as is...but I won't try to talk you out of it. :0) Don't worry too much about the cup size. A D might look just perfect on you. Just think about, as you said, how proportionate you'll be and how they'll feel on you.
Looking forward to reading your updates!