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[Before I begin my story I wanted to say a big hello and thank you to everyone. This is my first post, but I've spent a great deal of time reading reviews, articles and doctors advice via this community. It's such a wonderful resource. Thank you all for sharing your experiences so people like me can learn. I don't feel nearly as alone as I would had it not been for realself]
I'm a 21 year old Australian woman, living in Perth. I have a son who will be 3 in March. He was breastfed until he was 2. My weight has fluctuated over the years, and it has been at a steady 130" for the past year. I am 5 ft 7 tall. Because of my weight fluctuation, breastfeeding, and gravity, my boobies are not what they once were. They are pretty droopy, and look really empty up top. When I was breastfeeding they would fit a D cup comfortably, now they are a small B cup.
I finally bit the bullet and decided to do something about them. I have two friends who have had a BA performed. One in Perth, who unfortunately suffered dire complications. Her rehabilitation is still on going, and has been going on for almost two years. Another just had a BA in Phuket via Dr P (very well reviewed Dr). She is over the moon with hers and they look amazing. Under her recommendation I booked via RestoredBeauty. I'm planning on having my dental work done at the same time (cosmetic dentistry: veneers & whitening).
Unfortunately her surgeon was not available. However, after much reviewing I am really comfortable with the surgeon I am going with: Dr Jib at Bangkok Hospital in Phuket.
Dr Jib has reviewed my photos and recommended one of two things:
1. lollypop lift and BA;
2. internal lift & BA with a large implant to fill my empty boobs.
I am going with option 2. I would prefer larger implants (ideally I'm thinking about 400cc from the photos I've seen, however I know he will recommend an ideal size and I do trust his judgment). I like the idea of the incision being made under the crease instead of lollypop. The implants will be placed under the muscle, and will be cohesive silicone.
I do have a few concerns but he has been really quick to communicate with me about them. My major ones are complications, like infection, and concerns about the level of pain. I've been watching surgery videos (which in retrospect is probably not the best thing to do!) and they have freaked me out a bit. It looks so painful.
I haven't been able to find much information about the internal lift online. I thought all BAs had some element of repositioning the muscle etc. It has been hard to find information on whether risks are increased by doing the BA and lift at the same time, and what the pain and healing time is like. This uncertainty is making me a bit uneasy. However, I know I really want the procedure done, so I will probably go ahead with it.
Please wish me luck!
I'll be updating as time goes on. 11 days until I fly out to Phuket!!
[Before I begin my story I wanted to say a big hello and thank you to everyone. This is my first post, but I've spent a great deal of time reading reviews, articles and doctors advice via this community. It's such a wonderful resource. Thank you all for sharing your experiences so people like me can learn. I don't feel nearly as alone as I would had it not been for realself]
I'm a 21 year old Australian woman, living in Perth. I have a son who will be 3 in March. He was breastfed until he was 2. My weight has fluctuated over the years, and it has been at a steady 130" for the past year. I am 5 ft 7 tall. Because of my weight fluctuation, breastfeeding, and gravity, my boobies are not what they once were. They are pretty droopy, and look really empty up top. When I was breastfeeding they would fit a D cup comfortably, now they are a small B cup.
I finally bit the bullet and decided to do something about them. I have two friends who have had a BA performed. One in Perth, who unfortunately suffered dire complications. Her rehabilitation is still on going, and has been going on for almost two years. Another just had a BA in Phuket via Dr P (very well reviewed Dr). She is over the moon with hers and they look amazing. Under her recommendation I booked via RestoredBeauty. I'm planning on having my dental work done at the same time (cosmetic dentistry: veneers & whitening).
Unfortunately her surgeon was not available. However, after much reviewing I am really comfortable with the surgeon I am going with: Dr Jib at Bangkok Hospital in Phuket.
Dr Jib has reviewed my photos and recommended one of two things:
1. lollypop lift and BA;
2. internal lift & BA with a large implant to fill my empty boobs.
I am going with option 2. I would prefer larger implants (ideally I'm thinking about 400cc from the photos I've seen, however I know he will recommend an ideal size and I do trust his judgment). I like the idea of the incision being made under the crease instead of lollypop. The implants will be placed under the muscle, and will be cohesive silicone.
I do have a few concerns but he has been really quick to communicate with me about them. My major ones are complications, like infection, and concerns about the level of pain. I've been watching surgery videos (which in retrospect is probably not the best thing to do!) and they have freaked me out a bit. It looks so painful.
I haven't been able to find much information about the internal lift online. I thought all BAs had some element of repositioning the muscle etc. It has been hard to find information on whether risks are increased by doing the BA and lift at the same time, and what the pain and healing time is like. This uncertainty is making me a bit uneasy. However, I know I really want the procedure done, so I will probably go ahead with it.
Please wish me luck!
I'll be updating as time goes on. 11 days until I fly out to Phuket!!
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Replies (4)
February 25, 2016
Hi! Thanks so much for your story, I am also going to this hospital from NZ and I have dr P so this makes me feel even more confident with my choice! You have put in so much detail too, amazing review. I was wondering who you got elective surgery insurance from? Struggling to find any companies which cover it.
UPDATED FROM Bettie.Page
12 days pre
11 days & 21 hours till my BA!
I'm feeling really excited and a little bit nervous. I've spent a lot of time looking a boob photos. Wow. There are so many inspirational, beautiful breasts on here! I can't wait to have lovely boobies. :)
I'd love something big but my gut is telling to to go for something "medium" sized, aiming for a D instead of DD. I'm studying in a profession which is quite conservative and I'm worried about not being able to disguise them for work, also I'm concerned about additional health complications eg bottoming out and back problems. I feel pretty torn up about this.
I guess the best thing will be to wait to hear what my surgeon recommends. I know in my heart he will recommend something that suits my frame and gives me the hour glass look I'm hoping for. I have a bit of a round bum and reasonable sized hips, and quite broad shoulders. I hope this evens me out a bit on top.
I am a bit worried about waiting for my surgeons recommendations. In Phuket I land on the 10th, then have my consult and surgery on the 11th!! I can't imagine I'll have much time to discuss with my PS and consider the different sizes. Eek. This has me a bit worried. I don't want boob envy but I don't want to end up to big. I'd hate to come out of it and want further surgery to size up. :-/
Decisions decisions.
I think I need to make a shopping list too. What do you all recommend? I think I'll buy two compression bras (unfortunately the shop that sells them in Perth is shut until January 6!!) and some post surgery bras. Should I look at taking a cold compress pack and a back rest? What else do you recommend?
Yay. I'm getting excited. I hope I make my mind up on size a bit more before hand. Did you? I'd love to hear more about going in with a size in mind and having another size recommended. :)
I'd love something big but my gut is telling to to go for something "medium" sized, aiming for a D instead of DD. I'm studying in a profession which is quite conservative and I'm worried about not being able to disguise them for work, also I'm concerned about additional health complications eg bottoming out and back problems. I feel pretty torn up about this.
I guess the best thing will be to wait to hear what my surgeon recommends. I know in my heart he will recommend something that suits my frame and gives me the hour glass look I'm hoping for. I have a bit of a round bum and reasonable sized hips, and quite broad shoulders. I hope this evens me out a bit on top.
I am a bit worried about waiting for my surgeons recommendations. In Phuket I land on the 10th, then have my consult and surgery on the 11th!! I can't imagine I'll have much time to discuss with my PS and consider the different sizes. Eek. This has me a bit worried. I don't want boob envy but I don't want to end up to big. I'd hate to come out of it and want further surgery to size up. :-/
Decisions decisions.
I think I need to make a shopping list too. What do you all recommend? I think I'll buy two compression bras (unfortunately the shop that sells them in Perth is shut until January 6!!) and some post surgery bras. Should I look at taking a cold compress pack and a back rest? What else do you recommend?
Yay. I'm getting excited. I hope I make my mind up on size a bit more before hand. Did you? I'd love to hear more about going in with a size in mind and having another size recommended. :)
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UPDATED FROM Bettie.Page
11 days pre
Inspiration.
More inspiration. I have a lot to think about with respect to sizes. I'd love to know how many cc roughly would get me to this look, and to hear from women with this look. I'm concerned it will be too heavy and hard to disguise for work. But these are my dream boobies!
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December 30, 2013
You will look stunning, you have a great body already. Heaven help ya you'll be hot hot hot with bigger boobs :-D
December 31, 2013
haha, thank you Baby Bee! The feeling is most definitely mutual. I'm getting really nervous and excited. :-p
December 31, 2013
Where did you find that picture second-to-last that you posted on the 29th? Are those augmented breasts?
Some doctors don't allow cold- or hot-compresses, so check with your doc. Also make sure you get the right type of bra--just talk to your surgeon's office about this. They may provide them to you, they may sell them there, or they may expect for you to come prepared, and can recommend how many you need. I found I needed 3 bras after my lift, because of seepage and the like, but I had a lot more incisions than you'll have.
Here is a little list which you may or may not find helpful: 13 Things
Just remember that not all of the things are recommended by every doctor :).
I don't think you're disproportionate at all right now. I think you look gorgeous and perfect, and I'd definitely pay to look like you. That said, a little more boob can't hurt. A lot more boob can. You can always go bigger later (and a lot of ladies do). Consider that, as your boobs fall over time (and the bigger the implant, the faster that'll happen,) if you don't want a lift, you can always just go a little bigger later, and that'll be like another lift. In the end, though, it has to be the look you're in love with :). And you have to be able to live with it.
Good luck!
Some doctors don't allow cold- or hot-compresses, so check with your doc. Also make sure you get the right type of bra--just talk to your surgeon's office about this. They may provide them to you, they may sell them there, or they may expect for you to come prepared, and can recommend how many you need. I found I needed 3 bras after my lift, because of seepage and the like, but I had a lot more incisions than you'll have.
Here is a little list which you may or may not find helpful: 13 Things
Just remember that not all of the things are recommended by every doctor :).
I don't think you're disproportionate at all right now. I think you look gorgeous and perfect, and I'd definitely pay to look like you. That said, a little more boob can't hurt. A lot more boob can. You can always go bigger later (and a lot of ladies do). Consider that, as your boobs fall over time (and the bigger the implant, the faster that'll happen,) if you don't want a lift, you can always just go a little bigger later, and that'll be like another lift. In the end, though, it has to be the look you're in love with :). And you have to be able to live with it.
Good luck!
January 2, 2014
I had a lift with large 450cc hp silicone under muscle implant and I love them! I had an under crease incision and around areaola incision and they have healed amazing. Can't even see aerola incisions. Good luck! Can't wait too see your results.
I also watched a lot of surgery videos (lots of tummy tucks and breast lifts) but I found that after watching about twenty, I was no longer freaked out.
I know you've read a lot here on RS already, but in case you didn't check the implant explantation Q&As, here, they talk about Internal Breast Lifts.
Oh! And since I'm also the community manager for the dental topics, I will beg you to pleasepleaseplease start a review of your cosmetic dentistry procedures as well!! You could post under the topics individually, just choose veneers (since that's the big deal one) or if you want to do it all in one go, you can choose the Smile Makeover community :).
Best wishes, and I hope to follow your progress in all of your procedures!!!