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Breast Reduction 19 Years Old. Lets Do This! - Phoenix, AZ

UPDATED FROM breezyday
1 month post

People have asked what I wear instead of a bra.. I...

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WORTH IT$4,000
People have asked what I wear instead of a bra.. I basically lived in these, or in tight tank tops (which I still wear)...

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/frenchi-seamless-long-bandeau-juniors/3267713?origin=category&resultback=2008

Hope this helps :)

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Travis C. Holcombe, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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January 24, 2012
Hi there! First off I want to tell you how beautiful your new breasts look. The shape is great! As someone else mentioned, they look very proportionate..... Thank you for posting photos. At what point were you able to wear tank tops and no bra?
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January 25, 2012
Hey Aurora thank you so much :) I actually started wearing tank tops from about day 3. I only wore a tight guaze thing (like a fishnet tube top, keeping the guaze in place) for about three days. After that, I started wearing bandeau bras and stretchy tank tops... and I haven't worn an actual bra yet!
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January 25, 2012
I'm a bit shy to ask... but I am bringing in your photo to show my surgeon the size and shape that I want (hope you don't mind!). I was wondering if you would be so generous as to post a side view? Thank you :D
ps do you know how many grams were removed per breast? (I seem to recall reading the info in the thread somewhere, but I'm not sure....)
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January 25, 2012
Aw what seriously! Im so flattered :)) haha I don't mind at all, thats seriously so nice! Yeah definitely, I'll post a few. I had 410 grams from each size removed. Crazy!
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January 25, 2012
opps and by size I mean side**
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January 25, 2012
Yeah, I'm likely having about 500g off each side.... Did you like the photo album of your surgeon's work? I'm wondering how people find the right surgeon.... I'm not sure about mine -- his photos were ancient (black and white!) and the boobs had that flat pancake look that I don't like. How does the top part of your boob look post-surgery? i.e. is it full/has projection?

Did your doc say it was ok to go without a bra? I seriously cannot wait to be able to do that. I think I will die from the sheer elation of it. Hehehe.
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January 27, 2012
What size are you at now and what size would you like to go to? And yes I would definitely go with a different doctor, just wait until you are totally comfortable with the one you're with. Yes I'd say they have full projection! And yes my doctor advised me to not wear a bra for at least a month or so, it is seriousssly amazing.
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January 27, 2012
Gawd, the sheer ecstasy of going bra-less! It is literally un-imaginable to me at this point. A far off dream, lol! I love those bandeau bras you posted, esp. the lacy ones! Must feel sooooo comfy and sexy at the same time!

I'm a 40 DD right now, and would like to be a C cup, I would be happy being even a bit bigger than you are now. I have about 15lbs to lose until I"m at my ideal weight. So my breasts will get smaller post-surgery when/if I lose weight. Btw, I am pretty sure your breasts will get a little bit smaller as they heal. Though some ppl say the opposite, imo it's better to be a little big bigger than smaller. If the surgeon removes too much tissue, the breast sometimes look deflated, or de-volumized on the top-boob once they "bottom out".
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January 25, 2012
Just saw the new pics, and yup. The verdict is in, girl -- perfect shape and size. What a relief it must be to have had the surgery and be satisfied with it. I can't wait to be at that stage of the game..... A big thank you for the pics! G'nite!
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January 27, 2012
thank you Aurora, that's so sweet!! And yeah of course, no problem. When is your surgery?!
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January 27, 2012
I'm scheduled for Feb 29th.... which is only 1.5 months after my consultation, so I was ecstatic as the waiting list is generally at least 6 mths. I had been asking the universe to provide me with a cancellation spot asap.... Sooo, I understood this to be what I had asked for. When the excitement wore off however, I began worrying about the aesthetic element of the reconstructed breast. I've seen some very ugly and unnatural work online. The beautiful work, like you, CKmia, Life's a Beach, Might Miss These Girls and Jemima B is very inspiring. I just found out that a surgeon whose work I like and who has excellent reviews on ratemd.com works with my province's healthcare coverage.... BUT the waiting list is longer. I would get my surgery in a year or so. I'm hoping for a cancellation spot to open, as my consultation is only in June.
January 25, 2012
You look awesome! Congratulations!!! One of the best reductions I've seen!!!!
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January 27, 2012
aw thank you so much nicole!
January 25, 2012
Amazing results!
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January 27, 2012
thanks iowa :)
UPDATED FROM breezyday
30 days post

So its been almost a month since my surgery and my...

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So its been almost a month since my surgery and my breasts are kind of itchy.. this is normal right? I mean everything is healing fine and all that I just want to make sure! Also, my nipples are extremmmely sensitive. Is this normal? I was expecting them to lose their sensation, and instead, the opposite is happening. I have been sleeping on my side and kind of on my stomach again, and I can actually hug people! so thats good. anyways, hope everyone is doing great

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January 15, 2012
You sound like me with the hating your breasts. I am waiting now to hear from my insurance for a reduction. I think mine might be even bigger than yours (I am 5'10) I would be thrilled if my looked as good as yours do. It's good you did it now. I am much older and it has just ruined my back and neck.
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January 25, 2012
Exactly! Really tall with big boobs.... I just don't think it's a great mix. Thank you so much, I hope everything goes smoothly for you :)
January 15, 2012

Your itching and sensitivity are all normal.  This settles down but can make you a little crazy in the process.  

Keep using the Palmer's Vitamin E oil and doing the gentle massage.  That will help you greatly.

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January 17, 2012
wait whats the palmers vitamin e and gentle massage? haha im not doing anything at the moment! I just started using mederma sometimes but thats about it
January 19, 2012

It's called Palmer's Vitamin E Skin Therapy Oil.  You can buy it at Walgreens, Walmart, Target, and most pharmacy's.  You will love it.  Smells like heaven and your skin and scars will smooth and flatten.  

Use firm circular massage 2-3 times a day on all scars with the oil.  I also use this on my entire body after every shower.  It's a very absorbing soft oil.

Palmer's Oil - here is a link to what it looks like.

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January 19, 2012
okay thank you so much! I will definitely go do that!
January 16, 2012
YOU look super sexy my dear, i am thinking of doing it too. I just donot like me E cup.
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January 19, 2012
Why thank you!! Honestly I would definitely do it.. best decision. However if the scars are whats holding you back.. then maybe I would wait off for a bit. I mean personally the scars don't really bother me because I know what the represent and how much I hatttted my big boobs. I think you should do it! :) I was an E myself.. trust me I know your pain
January 20, 2012
Good encouragement, thanx
January 17, 2012
Glad to hear you are doing so well. You look absolutely fabulous! Congratulations!
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January 17, 2012
aw thank you so much! that means a lot :)
January 19, 2012
You really do look amazing! Isn't it the greatest thing ever?

(Up thread you asked how I was doing - sorry that I'm just seeing it now. I'm doing absolutely great. Yesterday was the four week mark, and I just have a tiny bit of bruising left. Still have tape on until the end of the month, so no clue how the incisions look. I can't wait to see them.)
UPDATED FROM breezyday
2 days post

Okay so today is day 2 post op. Thursday I was a...

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Okay so today is day 2 post op. Thursday I was a nervous wreck, I literally started shaking. They ended up giving me medicine to calm down. Yet thankfully I didnt start crying, that was a big worry of mine. So I got to the hospital, signed some paperwork, peed in a cup, and got set up in my bed. I waited there for about thirty mins just hanging out, calming down, etc. My doctor then came in and answered any questions of mine, I showed him pictures of what I want, and then he marked me up. I then met the rest of my doctors and they went over everything and what to expect once I wake up. Reality realllly started to set in. Next my doctor led a prayer, and then after it was time to say goodbye to my parents! I told my anesthesiologist I didnt want to see the surgery room, so I guess after i said goodbye to my parents he put the medicine in! Apparently though I hugged all these nurses as they were wheeling my away, I dont remember any of this. And so honestly next thing I remember, my mom is hugging me and I'm all bandaged up. I was extremely groggy and thirsty, my lips were blue and I just wanted water. I said weird things like "god bless" and would point to my bandage and say "bandage" and then I literally hugged every person in sight.. haha dont ask me why! Everything was pretty simple though. I then got dressed, and came home! My boyfriend came over later, and all I did was sleep and hold his hand. annd that's pretty much all I have been doing! just sleeping, and walking around the kitchen.

Today is the day I get to shower though! Im SO nervous for this first look. Okay wish me luck! Oh gosh. Bye now :)

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