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Benelli Without Implants Journey - Pasadena, CA
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My boobs were slightly droopy, areoles were a bit...
poppyyyyMay 2, 2015
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My boobs were slightly droopy, areoles were a bit too large and different sizes, stretch marks, nipples were not in line with each other ( one was 2cm lower than the other), also my left boob is an entire cup larger than my right. In order to address all of my problems, I would have to get the vertical lift, but I refuse scars at my age. Due to this, I got the benelli lift. I will post before pics and after pics for people because this surgery pics seem very limited online. I hope my benelli diary helps this out there get an idea of results and healing time.
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3 days post
Three-day post op
poppyyyyMay 4, 2015
Kind of surprised how painless this procedure is. My doctor prescribed me Vicodin and I only needed it the first day. The only time I experience pain is when I'm cold (use your imagination). Anyway, I went to the doctor today for my first preop and she took off all the dressings and checked out my incisions. She said they're healing great. Some members asked if I have permanent sutures. Yes, I do have the permanent suture that goes all the way around the areola to prevent spreading. I also have temporary sutures that she will be removing next week. (So excited and nervous). Today was the first day I got to see my new boobs and I truly couldn't be happier. They are so round and plump. Remember, I had many complaints: stretch marks, different size breasts, nipples at different heights, unwanted mole, sagging and large areoleas. This procedure smoothed out my stretched marks (due to the removal of excess skin and tightening of breast envelope), reduced the size of my areolas, evened out the height of my nipples (she remeasured with a ruler today), and removed the mole. The only thing this procedure could not address was the difference in breast size, but that doesn't bother me so much anymore because they're so close to perfect it doesn't matter now. Check out the pic. I know it looks scary, but I hardly bled after the surgery, the dark circles around my areolas are sharpie and sutures. I'm happy so far! :)
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10 days post
Post op Day 10!
poppyyyyMay 12, 2015
Wow! Love my boobs! The doc removed half of my stitches around both areolas and says she will remove the rest next Monday. :) the permanent stitch obviously will remain so I guess after Monday the hardest parts are over. My breasts are still twice the size and I'm getting my period tomorrow so I'm just eagerly awaiting a more realistic view once they decrease a bit. So happy with the shape, height and areola though!!!
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May 13, 2015
They look amazing!! I am in a similar situation, my boobs look a lot like your preop.. Just wondering how large u were before?? I wonder if I can have the surgery w no scars.. I know I have to see the surgeon but I didn't think no vertical scars were even possible ..
May 13, 2015
According to Victoria's secret sizing, I was 34DDD. Maybe you should go visit my doc and see if you can do the same thing. I honestly don't think I would have a lift if I had to do a vertical scar.
May 13, 2015
This is now really an excellent evolving early result. I am glad to see another surgeon performing the advanced circular scar lift for the patient concerned about vertical and horizontal scarring. I again applaud Dr. deOlarte. It is always best to convey your questions to your surgeon, and not be free to open your healing to any public opinion which can be adverse. You will see the areolar area change, mature, observe some pleats, etc, but in 3 months to 6 months further exceptional appearance will occur. I think you will be pleasantly pleased with the full recovery. Best wishes.
May 13, 2015
Thank you for your response. If u don't mind me asking can u tell me your approximate age?? I'm 43, never had children. I understand what you mean about no vertical scar. That is what I would
Prefer if it's possible. I had no idea a surgery like this existed!! I am a 32F or G.
May 14, 2015
Thank you doctor! I am absolutely thrilled with the appearance so far and cannot believe more doctors are not in favor of this surgery. I love them and cannot believe these are my boobs!
May 14, 2015
Thank you doctor! I am absolutely thrilled with the appearance so far and cannot believe more doctors are not in favor of this surgery. I love them and cannot believe these are my boobs!
May 14, 2015
@lovecharlie- I don't think you could get a benelli with breasts that large. Poppyyyy lucked out sometimes the no vertical lifts produce worse scarring than traditional lifts. I am a victim of a bad benelli lift so just be careful. Poppyyy- one thing that did help me for what it is worth is scar massage and keeping incisions moisturized once your incisions are closed that is
May 14, 2015
I put honey on them for the first time today because I JUST learned that wounds she be moist and not dry. I'm exactly 14 days out now and they are sealed so hope I'm doing the right thing.
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Thank you for sharing your experience, and your photos. I agree that it's rare to see someone with your stats, so if you could keep sharing your photos, that would be really helpful. I hope your healing is going well. Get lots of rest and take it easy!