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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...March 12, 2015
WORTH IT$7,200
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!
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!
UPDATED FROM Iwasfunonce...
Day of treatment
Surgery is done!!
Iwasfunonce...March 30, 2015
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!
Replies (5)

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!!


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!


UPDATED FROM Iwasfunonce...
1 day post
Post op appointment done
Iwasfunonce...March 31, 2015
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!
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!
Replies (6)

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.
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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!