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LOVING my Sientras! 350cc - Ogden, UT

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About me: I am 5'4" tall and 115 lbs. I am 31 and...

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bombshellbegone
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About me: I am 5'4" tall and 115 lbs. I am 31 and the mother to four AMAZING children seven and under. I nursed all 4 for a total of two years. That did a number on my boobies. I always loved the shape of my breasts. They were small but perky and symmetrical. I was an athlete so I never minded my small chest.

Then I got pregnant with my first child and went from a perky B to a large C. I never knew what having boobs was like, but I LOVED it. I was either pregnant or nursing for what seemed like forever (like I mentioned...4 kids in 6 years...and yes it is crazy).

During those seven years I was perfectly happy with my twins. I never considered a boob job, never planned to have one, never thought I would "need" one. Then I stopped nursing my last child and was like...uh, where did they go??

Not only did I loose my nursing volume, I lost volume that I swear was there 7 years ago. I was all of a sudden self conscious about my mosquito bites. I stocked up on VS bombshell bras, chicken cutlets and padded sports bras. I had now idea how much I loved my larger chest until it was gone.

My husband (who is amazingly supportive) and I both decided we were finished adding to our family (at least 98% sure ;) So, knowing that, I decided to give back to my body. It's been through a lot these last few years. And that's really my goal, I want to get back some of what I had.

So I started the search for a plastic surgeon, chose one I felt comfortable with (who also performed my MIL breast augmentation 20 years ago) and am ready to go this Monday.

I decided to document my journey for not only myself, but hopefully for others as well. I have learned so much from other people who post reviews to this website. So here we go...I am T-two sleeps and getting anxious.

bombshellbegone's provider

Stephan L. Ralston, MD (retired)

Stephan L. Ralston, MD (retired)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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October 14, 2013
Hi I am taller than you but have close to the same frame. A narrow chest etc. I was deciding between 325cc and 350cc also. What helped me was trying on one of each in the doctors office. I am going with 350cc. I'd rather pick the larger. Also what helped was going up to where you are just like no too big because it gave me kind of a reference point. I hope everything goes well.
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October 14, 2013
That's a good point. I have a consultation with my plastic surgeon tomorrow morning right before I go in for surgery. I think I'll try on more Sizer's to see where I hit the point of being like "whoa that's too big". Good luck on Friday!! It will be fun to see your results since we are similar in stats and CCs.
October 14, 2013
Bombshellbegone, Did your doctor measure your frame and show you the different implants and the largest you will go based on the implants? That's how I determined to go to 400cc. It really is not that much difference. I was a 32A flat now a 32D full and proportioned to my body frame. I am very small boned. My skin type is like a 30 year old and not woman of my age. So my skin was really pulling and stretching not much tissue. I weight more now since I started eating everything so now I am going to get back down to my 105 to 110 weight must be around 120 now. You are going to be pleased I am sure. My husband, doctor and nurse agreed that I would be happier with the 400cc but I swear they fell like 600cc after surgery. Most woman wished that they got the larger fit for their frame and some even have gone back to get them bigger. I am so happy with what I got and that most of my friends but my husband mostly who said they look and feel so natural. I did the under incision and recommend this the nipple entry is pretty popular but can be most uncomfortable but any incision is. Just make sure you have help for the first 5 days then you should be okay but, I was pretty out of it for a good 10 days. You have your youth so you should be fine. Just take things slow, get lots of rest. The pain pump is awesome and recommend it if you don't like meds and can afford the extra fee for this. I love it and wish it lasted longer the pouch only holds so much medication. The tubing in arm pits are uncomfortable but they come out on the 5th day. Getting up and down and not being able to use your arms is difficult and painful and you will know it if you move the wrong way. Staying on your back for weeks is a challenge when you are use to sleeping on your side. My back hurt so I just used ice packs to numb the pain and rubbing alcohol helps a lot. Mostly just be easy on yourself cuz it hurts like any other surgery recovery is the most important for outstanding results and a good doctor. I have seen some incisions and thought mine was near perfect straight and on the crease. If you heal well and don't scare you will love this procedure and it is easier to place the implant directly and they are positioned properly unlike under the arm pit they tend to point outward from some of the pictures I have seen. Best wishes and stay in touch. Aloha for now Girls in Hawaii
October 14, 2013
if you are going to go tomorrow you probably don't have time to try on more sizers. Did they already give you the meds you are going to be taking before surgery? You should measure rice out and put it in a pair of nylon knee highs and stick it in your bra. Measure 400cc. I thought this was going to be too big but after the swelling went down they look small. So go for it. I promise you......you will not be disappointed. Let us know your progress. I am so small like you and I am so thrilled with my 400cc Girls!!!
October 14, 2013
Bombshellbegone, Girls here, I am 5'6" about 100lbs 57 years old. I got measured and went with the Mentor High profile Gel implants. I was going for 350cc but went the largest I could go and went to 400cc and they came out perfect. The results after 4 months is amazing. They are so swollen at first when you get them and they seem very large .Once the swelling starts to go down you will see a difference and they will seem smaller so I recommend that you go the size larger and you won't be disappointed. I could not take the medicine either for how upset my stomach reacted to the oxycodone. I lost a lot of weight and stayed in bed for a month. It is probably age related not as young and just took it real easy to not hurt the Girls. I am completely pleased and like so many other woman who have had the procedure do not weight so long if you are very interested in getting a BA it is the best decision I ever made for myself and love the way I look in clothes and a bathing suit. No more padded stuffed bras. In fact no wire and a cotton bra is the best I have found comfort wise. No bra at all looks the best. Sexy nighties and other fun garments really make you feel sexy and beautiful. Husband is extremely happy and get pretty excited when I try something new on. So enjoy the added benefits that you are going to have when you make this investment in yourself. Take care and take your time healing. The first few month are the most important for the best results. Best wishes and hope these comments are helpful. Aloha for now Girls in Hawaii
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October 14, 2013
Thanks for your comment! I'm the night before my surgery and getting anxious. Hearing that you love your results is getting me excited again. I'm so worried 350 will be too big but 325 isn't enough. Splitting hairs I know, but I feel like it is such a huge decision. Hearing your story makes me lean heavily towards 350!
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October 14, 2013
I just looked at your profile and your results are AMAZING!! Would you mind if I used your pics as "wish pics"?
UPDATED FROM bombshellbegone
1 day pre

Losing sleep over 25CCs!

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I know I am splitting hairs, but I can tell a noticeable difference between 325cc and 350cc. I know a lot of it is in my mind, and I don't like the look of sizers, But I feel like that 1 tablespoon of gel will determine if I feel like I'm too big or just right. I feel like I'd rather be a little too small then a little too big, but I also want this whole experience to be worth it. I'm sure a lot of this is presurgery jitters, and I'm stressing about tomorrow. I just have to trust myself, trust my research, trust my surgeon, and think positively. So here's to positive thoughts and good luck for tomorrow ????

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October 14, 2013
Go with the 350cc's!!! I don't think you will be disappointed. Good luck :)
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October 14, 2013
Thanks! I think you're right! And I just saw your profile pics and you look incredible! They are perfect on your frame. I hope I get similar results!
October 14, 2013
Thank-you Bombshell. I'm sure you will!!! Mine are Ultra High Profiles. More projection than width :) They were a good fit for my narrow frame. However, I believe with these profiles, it's better to get more cc's ;)
October 14, 2013
That is why 480cc worked on me!
October 14, 2013
mine is tommorow as well good luck to you :) and I look forward to following your journey as i go thru it as well I think you should go with the 350cc wont make a diffrence size wise so might as well go with the bigger sending positive thoughts your way :) :)
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October 15, 2013
Thanks!!! I hope your recovery is going well! I can't wait to see your results.
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October 14, 2013
Good luck!!!! :)
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October 15, 2013
Thanks!!
October 14, 2013
Good luck tomorrow!! My Dr. said everyone always gets hung up on something.... for me it was size too! Either way you'll be so much happier that you did this. Looking forward to your results.
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October 15, 2013
Thanks!! Me too.
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October 14, 2013
Good luck!
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October 15, 2013
Thanks!!! I'm excited to follow your journey! Your getting close to your surgery date!!
UPDATED FROM bombshellbegone
Day of treatment

All done. Went with 350cc

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bombshellbegone
I'm drugged and out of it but I will post pics soon. I chose the 325 Sientras right before my surgery but told them I was fine going up to 375 if that's what looked best, or as low as 300. When I woke up they told me they put in the 325's but decided the 350's would look the best. I'm relieved the descision is over and I trusted my PS. I'm too sore and too scared to look down but I don't feel huge by any means. Thanks for the best wishes and good lucks! I'll post again soon!

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October 15, 2013
Congrats on getting your body back Mommy!! I'll be doing the same in under 2 weeks. glad it all went well and can't wait to see your after pics. Get some rest for now!! :)
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October 15, 2013
Thanks hon! Good luck to you too! I'll be following you journey.
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October 15, 2013
I hope your healing goes great!
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October 15, 2013
i hope it goes well and looks great
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October 15, 2013
Happy healing! I also got sientra-did you go with shaped or round?
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October 15, 2013
Round 410 above the muscle faster healing time gel silicon
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October 15, 2013
I went with the textured round. What shape did you go with?
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October 15, 2013
Textured anatomical. I like sientra a lot- they're less known but great
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October 15, 2013
Textured round
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October 15, 2013
Excited to see the results :) get plenty of rest [RS bleep]
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October 15, 2013
Thanks!! I'm excited to see the results too. I have yet to take off the ace bandage and bra. I like what I see so far with my cleavage, but I'm a little scared to see what they will look like naked. I have my post op visit in an hour
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October 15, 2013
Let me know how they looked and how it went