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Replacing 15 Year Old Breast Implants and Getting a Lift - Oklahoma City

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I originally had 300cc saline breast implants...

Iwasfunonce...
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I originally had 300cc saline breast implants placed under the muscle in February 2000. They were perky at first, but quickly settled. They have always felt wide and lacking projection. But, I have always been told that they look natural. I have a good amount of natural breast tissue. I was a 34c initially and 34d post augmentation.
Fast forward 15 years, one pregnancy, and 21 months of breastfeeding to today. I'm ready to have my implants switched out! I was already sold on the silicone impant option, but wasn't 100% sure about needing a lift. My nipple is at the inframammory crease meaning that I have grade 0 pytosis (aka sagging). However, this time around I am no longer interested in a natural result. I am going for "artistically augmented!" Lol. I don't want people to wonder if they are real. I want them to want my plastic surgeons name and number!
I am using Dr. Juan Brou. He comes highly recommended by many of my friends and family, whom are past patient's of him. I had my consult on March 6, 2015. He confirmed that I would be needing a full breast lift. Along with Sientra moderate plus textured implants in order to achieve the desired result. I do not want to increase my bra size any, as I am currently a 36dd or ddd (depending on the bra). Dr. Brou will use somewhere between 300cc and 485cc implants. I'm leaving it to his discretion whether to place one larger implant or reduce one breast to correct the asymmetry. I'm not getting worry or hung up on cc's. I'm just allowing the good Dr. to work his magic and make the girls pretty again!
My surgery is scheduled for March 30, 2015. I will update after surgery!

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Juan A. Brou, MD

Juan A. Brou, MD

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March 12, 2015
Yay! Congrats on your surgery date. I have yet to schedule a date. I'll be going about 8 hours from home and still need to plan all the detsils! I'll also be getting a full lift w implants.
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March 12, 2015

Best of luck to you, it sounds like you're on your way. You might want to check in here to find some surgery buddies!

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March 12, 2015
Congrats on your decision! I too am using Dr Brou for my upcoming surgery. I really felt like he took a personal interest in helping me look my best & making me feel at ease when answering all of my questions. I also have several friends & family who have used him in the past. I'm sure you will look super hot w your new perky tatas! I wish I was as calm as you either size decisions though!
March 15, 2015
Good luck with you future procedure as well! I guess I'm laid back about CC's because I'm not really changing sizes any. I just told Dr. Brou that I want them high and perky again. I'll let him make all the hard decisions, lol! My advice is to almost always get the upper limit of what size you feel comfortable with. Most women get accustomed to their new breast size quickly and get a case of boob greed! The number one complaint that I have heard from breast augmentation patient's is that they wish they were a little bigger. Now this advice obviously only applies if you are desiring a size recommended your surgeon. I'm certainly not saying to go for the 1500cc implants because that's your upper comfort level, lol.
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March 15, 2015
Lol thanks! I have heard that too about going w the bigger size thanks to boob greed. I still ended up deciding to go w the smaller size though bc I haven't had kids yet & who knows how that will effect me, & I really didn't want "big" boobs to begin with. I'm already certain though I'll at least have moments of wishing I was a little bigger. I just know there are some trade offs w going bigger like ending gargantuan post kids or weight gain & being that much saggier. I figure after kids I could get them redone years down the road anyway.
March 15, 2015
Very true! You can always go bigger later. Especially after having children.
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March 24, 2015
WOW our stories are kind of similar...I am replacing 15 year old saline implants (one is ruptured) but mine were overs. Now I am going to get a lift and unders and probably the same day as you! I will confirm tomorrow. I am looking to be boobie sisters with you!
March 24, 2015
Oh that's great! I'm starting to get a little nervous. I'm excited, of course. But the anxiety is beginning to kick in. I'm just not super excited about the recovery. I wish I could just fast forward through that part, lol!
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March 24, 2015
Yes I am all over the place with nerves!! I just got back from my preop! I will be having a lift with 550cc silicone unders (replaced from 430 overs). My surgery is a little risky with the outcome doing both at the same time but the surgeon thinks I am a good candidate. I am glad that it's Monday so I can get it over with! My hubby wants me to stay off the internet because I was getting consumed with too much info and making me over anxious!! So I guess I will shop for supplies and clean!
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March 28, 2015
Wow, We're totally in the same boat! I also had my 315cc/330cc's done in Feb 2000 and I'll be going with the Sientra Mod Plus 485's as well. My surgery will be April 9th. May I ask what your height and weight are?? Can't wait to find out what you end up going with. All the best to you and hope you have an easy recovery. :-)
March 28, 2015
I'm 5'8 and 150. Trying so hard to lose 15 more pounds before summer!! The more that I look at pictures here, the more boob greed I get. I think I'm going to tell him to make me a little bigger. I'm now afraid that they will Look smaller and not fill up my bra as much if they are nice and high. Does that make sense? Either way, I'm still planning on letting the good dr so his work!
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March 30, 2015
Yes, I totally know what you mean... The desired size I origianlly told my PS was 450... Factoring in the tissue loss with the removal processes and also considering that over 50% of BA patients report that they wish they had gone bigger, we decided on 485. After waiting 15 years and with the goal that my upcoming exchange will also be for the long haul, we decided to go up one size to 485s. Sounds big for a five-footer at 110lb. But I'm really trusting in my PS's advice, +20 of experience, and expertise on this. Rest well! And can't wait to see your new girls!
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March 30, 2015
Have u read the post by RS user: nomoreboobenvy ... "If you wish you went bigger check in here" ...? Lots of good discussion/information there :-)
UPDATED FROM Iwasfunonce...
Day of treatment

Surgery is done!!

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Just got home from the surgery center. Things went well. I'm super happy to be out of my husbands SUV and into my comfy bed! I will post a more detailed update late when I'm feeling a little more up to it. I just wanted everyone to know I survived!

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March 30, 2015
So glad to hear that all went well and you're already up to posting this! Rest well and congrats on your new girls!!
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March 31, 2015
Congrats!! I survived today as well! Happy healing you t oo!
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March 31, 2015

Glad to hear that everything went well and that you are getting some good rest. Take it easy and update us when it's the right time for you!

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April 1, 2015
Excited for you
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April 10, 2015
Yayyy! Congratulations on the new you! :)
UPDATED FROM Iwasfunonce...
1 day post

Post op appointment done

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Overall, recovery hasn't been too bad. I anticipated much worse. After my first augmentation, I was unable to lift myself up out of bed for about 2 days. This time I haven't had any trouble moving or getting up independently. Yesterday 2 hours after we got home I was up and around making myself a sandwich. I continue to be suprised how awake I was all day yesterday. After any other procedures that I had in the past, I've been super sleepy all day. However, I was awake, alert and oriented all day! I ended up sleeping all night only getting up a few times to use the bathroom or take my medications.
Today was my post op with Dr. Brou. They removed my ace wrap and applied a sports bra. I didn't require any drains or top strap (thank goodness). I am very swollen on my entire abdomen and upper back. I got some arnica cream to rub on my torso after my shower. I got the go ahead to start taking motrin 800mg every 8 hours plus soma to help relax the muscles. I feel mostly tightness and soreness, instead of actual pain. I was originally prescribed Lortab 7.5mg 1-2 pills every 4-6 hours as needed. I'm going to try to just use the NSAIDS and the muscle relaxer and see how today goes.
We ended up using 350cc on the right side and 365cc on the left to correct the assymetry. The right side is slightly puckered because of the internal pocket he created to help support the implant. This will even out as the swelling decreases.
I have another follow up appointment in 2 weeks. I will post more pictures in a few days once I'm able to try on some cute tops and swimsuits!

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March 31, 2015

Thanks for sharing your update. It sounds like you're healing very well! I'm glad your follow-up went well. How long do you need to wear the sports bra?

April 1, 2015
Dr. Brou suggests wearing the sports bra for 4 weeks. It's not particularly supportive and doesn't have much nipple coverage. I will be wearing this one while at home and another more lined one when I am out in public (or when I return to work next week).
April 6, 2015
It's so good for me to hear a success story!! I'm scheduled for revision w lift April 16th. I'm so excited but starting to get nervous. I'm really hoping for a recovery like yours. Any suggestion on preparing for after surgery? You look wonderful, and I'm thinking you're in really good shape to begin with!! Good for you!
April 6, 2015
Thanks for the kind words! Very sweet of you. That being said, I'm dying to go back to Boot Camp!! Anyways, I would make sure you have everything you might need for recovery on hand. As far as medications, make sure you have multivitamins, stool softener (I used miralax 2x per day), pain medications, gas x, arnicain cream, and motrin/aleve. My pillow with arms was also a lifesaver. I kept my 32 ounce water bottle by my bedside. I made sure to drink 4 of those per day. I also was up walking within an hour of getting home from surgery. I walked frequently, but listened to my body to know when it was time to stop.
April 6, 2015
All great advice, thanks for the info! Not exercising is definitely going to be hard. I'll ask the Dr. But I'm sure a walk won't hurt...when I'm up to it.
February 27, 2016
Hi! I know you've not posted since last year but in case you get alerts in your email when you get a comment I wondered if you could recall how long it took for the breast to drop that was "puckered" due to the internal pocket. I'm am 2 weeks post op and had a very severe capsule on my right side that took hours to dissect. My results look similar to yours and I am so impatient waiting for the right to drop. My muscle on the right is so tight too. Just wondering how your journey progressed. I've had a hard time finding anyone with a similar result to mine. Hope you're doing well. Thanks for reading.