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5'5 128 Lbs Wanting to Look and Feel Great! - Ohio, IL
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Still Conflicted on Size...
LouisabearDecember 26, 2014
$6,500
I am still thinking long and hard about implant size. I know I definitely want to look like my wish pictures. I'm just so conflicted about which size to choose. I won't go back for pre op until february. What do you ladies think about my picture wearing the 550cc sizers? As I have mentioned, I am considering those and also 600cc's. I do not have a photo of me wearing them. I like the 550 but I would love an objective opinion. Do yo believe they are too small or too big to achieve my wish? I have consulted with my PS and they only said that they recommend no less than 500cc to achieve my desired look. I have also decided on subfascial placement after researching on my own. How do you think I look with my 550 cc's? Thank all of you wonderful ladies for your comments thus far. I am so thankful this website exists. What a wonderful place to learn from each other's experiences!
UPDATED FROM Louisabear
Had My Consultation Today.....
LouisabearDecember 18, 2014
My consultation was today! I felt really comfortable with the surgeon and his nurse. I had tons of questions and I feel like they were adequately answered. However, I still have a few issues to hash out on my own. My doctor recommended placing the implants subfascial as opposed to submuscular. I asked him why and he said with the sub muscular you have more risks for possible complications. He explained the increased risk for rupture as well as bottoming out because the pecs are always squeezing the implants while expelling and pushing the implants downward. He explained that the subfascial would be less painful and an easy recovery and that I have enough breast tissue to pull it off. I do respect his professional recommendations. He made sure to let me know that I still have the freedom to choose whichever implant placement I want. He also let me know that it will be more difficult during surgery and for recovery to place a larger implant under the muscle. I did go in to the appointment set on sub muscular, but since hearing this I have done my own research on realself.com to see what other doctors are saying about subfascial. I have read good and bad things about it and will be thinking in depth about it for a little while.
I have chosen the cohesive silicone gel implant. It felt incredibly realistic! I loved how soft and flexible the implant was. The silicone was okay, but I could definitely feel the difference.
Now...on to size! I showed the nurse photos of the look I wanted since I didn't really know how to describe the "size" I want to be. They recommended that I choose an implant no smaller than 500 cc's to achieve this look with my breasts. I tried on the 500's, the 550's, and also a 661(what a strange number) just to put it all in to perspective. The 661 looked very large. I loved the look the 550's gave me! the 500's looked nearly identical though. Of course I will choose the larger because I don't want to feel boob greed. Since I've been home, I have reconsidered whether they will look smaller once in my body and am now contemplating whether I would be better suited with 600's. Of course I don't want to look to large. I am unsure whether they will loose much of the size since I am considering subfascial placement. If I decide to go under the muscle, I will most likely choose 600 cc since the size will be compressed. My husband loved the way the implants looked! While I do think the 550's look like they will be the perfect size, I am still so worried they won't look exactly the same in my body. That is why I am considering the 600's. I am kicking myself for not trying them on now! How much of a difference does 50 cc's make in implants? I chose high profile for my implant style. I love the projection of these--its perfect! I also wan to make sure to have width also.
I would love to hear from you ladies about how you decided over the muscle vs. under, and how you decided between 550 and 600. I appreciate the input I've gotten so far!
P.S. I have successfully arranged for extra help with my baby for my recovery!
I have chosen the cohesive silicone gel implant. It felt incredibly realistic! I loved how soft and flexible the implant was. The silicone was okay, but I could definitely feel the difference.
Now...on to size! I showed the nurse photos of the look I wanted since I didn't really know how to describe the "size" I want to be. They recommended that I choose an implant no smaller than 500 cc's to achieve this look with my breasts. I tried on the 500's, the 550's, and also a 661(what a strange number) just to put it all in to perspective. The 661 looked very large. I loved the look the 550's gave me! the 500's looked nearly identical though. Of course I will choose the larger because I don't want to feel boob greed. Since I've been home, I have reconsidered whether they will look smaller once in my body and am now contemplating whether I would be better suited with 600's. Of course I don't want to look to large. I am unsure whether they will loose much of the size since I am considering subfascial placement. If I decide to go under the muscle, I will most likely choose 600 cc since the size will be compressed. My husband loved the way the implants looked! While I do think the 550's look like they will be the perfect size, I am still so worried they won't look exactly the same in my body. That is why I am considering the 600's. I am kicking myself for not trying them on now! How much of a difference does 50 cc's make in implants? I chose high profile for my implant style. I love the projection of these--its perfect! I also wan to make sure to have width also.
I would love to hear from you ladies about how you decided over the muscle vs. under, and how you decided between 550 and 600. I appreciate the input I've gotten so far!
P.S. I have successfully arranged for extra help with my baby for my recovery!
Replies (5)
December 18, 2014
Hi , always go under the muscle and 50cc is not a huge difference ! Since your already a B cup I bet 550 will bring you to a nice D cup !
December 18, 2014
Hi blutee! Thanks for your comment. May I ask why you personally prefer under the muscle as opposed to over? Its nice to hear from someone who has unders!
December 22, 2014
Usually your PS would not recommend over the muscle if your thin or have thin tissue. Did he give you the option to choose ?
December 22, 2014
Yes. He recommended overs but said I'm free to choose. He said I have adequate Breast tissue to carry my implants over the muscle. I keep going back and forth and am having such a hard time deciding
December 22, 2014
That's good news ! Blessed you are ! Most can't go over the muscle. I think it's less painful. I would have a hard time deciding too. But trust your doctor since he examined you. Ask him which he recommends. Everyone is different !:)
December 22, 2014
Love all your wish photos :) What size were you thinking about going with ?
December 25, 2014
Thanks! I was considering the 550cc. I have a photo of me with the sizers on my post above. What do you think of them blutee?
December 25, 2014
I think if you like the 550cc. And your going over the muscle then that's perfect !! But if you go under the muscle you loose some projection so I would add 100cc to under the muscle and go with 650cc. What did you decide about overs or unders ?
December 22, 2014
Your docs right about when you go under the muscle the pec muscle pushes implant. In some cases also muscle shows and causes muscle deformity. It's ultimately your choice but if your looking for other peoples thoughts , based on what your doctor said, and being you have sufficient breast tissue, I would do overs ! I've read many who had overs that lasted a long time without problems. Either way always has some possibility of problems but if I could go over and my doc recommended, I would . But that's me. Someone else might differ.
December 26, 2014
You are so right Bluetee, there definitely are risks with either implant placement :) That is a good way to look at it
December 27, 2014
Yea it's probably the hardest to decide . I would do what your PS recommends cuz he examined you and knows your breast tissue etc... Best
December 24, 2014
I think you should consider the bigger size, there are so many of us who wished we had gone bigger. As for over or under, I would absolutely not go over, my surgeon thinks that going over in this day and age is borderline medical malpractice.
December 25, 2014
Hi mbk11561! Thanks for your comment. May I ask, why does your surgeon feel that way about overs? This is such a tough choice. What do you think of how the 550 sizers look on me? I would love an objective opinion. Of course my husband says he likes them as do my friends and family as they're pretty supportive lol but I would love to know what you ladies think of the sizers I tried on. I will make sure to try the 600s at my next appointment though to see if I like it more!
December 26, 2014
The demonstrated appearance of overs over time is that of a ball in a sock. Back in the 1970s and 1980s when people said that they hated the way implants looked, it was mainly overs. There is a lot more skill to placing implants under the muscle, it takes more time and expertise. Overs are a quick and easy shortcut with less likely longterm positive results. True, they can work with lots of breast tissue, but that's more of a "you can get away with it" if you are looking to save money. If your doctor charges the same price, that makes no sense since under the muscle is more difficult, Would you pay the same price for a car without air conditioning as one with? See what I mean? Also true that bodybuilders are more susceptible to issues with unders, but are you a bodybuilder? And do you know that breast cancers are more likely to be hidden with overs but more likely to be FOUND with unders? This info is all out there if you research it. Last but not least I think you should do 600s, you will not regret it.
December 26, 2014
Thank you for taking the time to explain, mbk. Once I believe I'm set on one implant placement position, I read something that sways me to the other. I truly am having such a difficult time. My doctor recommended subfascial because of the large implant I'm considering. I understand the risks of overs are CC and the cancer screenings. What I'm afraid of with unders is bottoming out or double bubble and having to get an internal mesh implanted if that occurs. I suppose each placement has its pros and cons. I understand this is quite a big decision and do have some more thinking to do!
December 26, 2014
No - do not always go under the muscle. There's no dogmatic way to do it. I went over and mine are amazing already. If you work out you don't want them getting smashed under your muscle and getting the weird deformity. I went with 550 silicone on my 5'8" 118lbs frame. My dr does mostly over but she did the recommendation for over. I always had the notion that I had to go under. She said otherwise and she was right.
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Stressed!
LouisabearDecember 13, 2014
I have been thinking long and hard about recovery. While I have not yet spoken to my PS (but i plan to) about limitations on lifting and driving, I am genuinely stressed out trying to find a way to make it work. I have an 8 month old 17 lb daughter and i am a sahm, therefore she is primarily in my care. I also have taken on a new responsibility of driving my young brother to and from his school daily, which is about ten minutes from my house. I can probably take a week off from doing that, and also might be able to stay with a relative for a week to help me with my baby while my husband is at work, but I'm truly scared that wont be enough time to recover and resume normal activities. Luckily I do have two months at least to plan for this. Do any of you ladies have any suggestions or experiences with this type of situation they would be able to share with me? I can't imagine not picking up my baby for longer than a week. Any input appreciated!
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December 13, 2014
Hello, I just got my BA done and I have a 1y9m old daughter and a 3 year old boy. I'm having a hard time not being able to pick up my youngest one and if I was in your shoes I would wait another year for the surgery. As for driving you should be fine after 5-7 days. Good luck!!!
December 13, 2014
Thank you! And that's good to know. I guess the driving part wouldn't be so bad if I didn't have to lift a baby to and from a carseat. I will consider waiting definitely If I can't find a good helper to help me out for a few weeks. I hope you have a great recovery! and congrats on your ba!
December 16, 2014
I agree. You don't want to compromise your recovery. You can't even open a tube of toothpaste after without pain; there's no way to pick up a baby.
December 16, 2014
Thank you for your input! I definitely am lining someone up to help me care for my baby after surgery. I'm so happy to finally have a plan. I hope recovery goes by fast.
December 17, 2014
Excited for you! I just had my BA exactly one week ago. I'm 5' 5" & 148 and went with 550ccs hp unders w/crease incisions...LOVE THEM!, although the same cc's would look bigger on you, I would consider also going with Ultra High Profile so you can get that projection from your wish pics ;) I also have a 7 month old and a 2 year old. Hardest thing was not being able to pick up my babies. I'm just starting to pick up my 7 month old today. I have had amazing help from my husband, who took two weeks off to help me out. My PS said not to lift anything over 10lbs for the first week. Although I've had a fairly easy recovery, If you could have someone help with the baby for at least a week (depending on how you're healing and your docs orders) that would be best :) Best of luck on your journey!
December 17, 2014
Thanks for you reply! I just checked out your review and all I can say is you're looking great already! So happy for you! I went to the consultation today and also liked the 550's! Ill post an update shortly with pictures! I believe I tried on high profile. I am impressed that you are already picking up your 7 month old! I keep hearing about how you shouldn't lift over 20 lbs for four weeks but it makes me wonder if the doctors are being overly cautious when they say that. I do have help for the first week and am truly hoping I could be on my own after that and lift my child too. I will listen to my body of course, but I'm hoping my body says "hey, go for it i'm fine." haha! Well I'll continue to follow your recovery, you look great!
December 17, 2014
My huney is taking care of me and we have my mom helping too. They swap back and forth between who needs the help. I'm blessed to have such a great support system. I also texted a few close dear friends to drop off dinners dor the kids and my man. One less thing to juggle. I'm doing very well
December 18, 2014
Thank you! That is definitely great advice to do a switch off. I hope you are having a great recovery!
January 11, 2015
This is definitely my biggest worry, too. My surgery is Wednesday. My youngest is 19 months & 30+ pounds. My husbands schedule is flexible and I will have my mom to help some, too. But still... Every baby wants to have their mother.
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