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47 Y/O, 5'8", Solid Build Finally Got More Ta-tas - Pittsburgh, PA
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Generally, there was nothing wrong with my <i>[RS bleep]</i>...
Cranberry21May 9, 2014
WORTH IT$6,500
Generally, there was nothing wrong with my [RS bleep]. I have been told they're great. But I wanted to get my pre-breastfeeding boobs back and look less squished in a bathing suit. I am not thin nor petite. I know I could carry off some massive hooters, but I wanted the proportions I used to have. I will add more of the story with pics. (let me figure this site out so I can give a chronological tale)
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UPDATED FROM Cranberry21
3 days post
The Consults
Cranberry21May 10, 2014
I went to 3 different consult appointments. #1 and #2 cost can be applied to the procedure. #3 was free but I only got to meet with a staff member instead of the doctor.
I chose doctor #1. I felt that I could trust him and his staff. I was most comfortable there.
Between all 3 consults, I found it worked for me to do the rice (in baggie, or a nylon) size check. Also trying the sizers on at the office without knowing what size they were - so I could concentrate on how they looked. They had only one of each size implant so I made sure to switch to the other breast to see if I liked the look on that one also.
I knew I was going with saline under the muscle. Personal choice. I think it's better for mammograms.
I liked 350cc. So I went with 375cc overfilled. (I also asked for a few more cc's in one breast to balance a size difference only I noticed.) I figured the incisions would be under the breast - my opinion is that under the arm would be more sore and around the aureola would be odd if the scar was visible. Might be different if I were worried about someone seeing the scars when I lay down, but I don't care(that's my visible receipt, I bought them so they're mine, lol).
I chose doctor #1. I felt that I could trust him and his staff. I was most comfortable there.
Between all 3 consults, I found it worked for me to do the rice (in baggie, or a nylon) size check. Also trying the sizers on at the office without knowing what size they were - so I could concentrate on how they looked. They had only one of each size implant so I made sure to switch to the other breast to see if I liked the look on that one also.
I knew I was going with saline under the muscle. Personal choice. I think it's better for mammograms.
I liked 350cc. So I went with 375cc overfilled. (I also asked for a few more cc's in one breast to balance a size difference only I noticed.) I figured the incisions would be under the breast - my opinion is that under the arm would be more sore and around the aureola would be odd if the scar was visible. Might be different if I were worried about someone seeing the scars when I lay down, but I don't care(that's my visible receipt, I bought them so they're mine, lol).
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May 10, 2014
How are u feeling? I'm so jealous you didn't need a lift?? I'm 49-3 kids including a set of twins. The lift part sucks, are in a compression bra?? Ugh misery, I'm 21 days post op, itchy, itchy. I went out of the country, never test drove any sizes, I left everything up to ps. 310c silicone hp overs. I'm also 5'9. Was a c and small d before, now I'm a full d cup. Didn't want to go bigger, just fuller, symmetrical and lots more Perky !!
May 10, 2014
I'm ok! One of the consults said to do a lift but I didn't want the scar and I had more opinions saying I didn't need it. When I can do the photos, hope to post "pre" side view.
I'm in a snug bra that hooks up the front, plus I have that band that goes around me to push them in and down. I hate that band, lol. It irritates me under the arms.
I was a 38C or 40B (bras in all sizes). Just like you, I wanted the fullness, no wrinkles in any bra.
I'm not worried about who knows I've got implants, I only wanted the full teardrop/non-pornstar look, lol.
Can you use a cocoa butter / moisturizer for the itch or are you not allowed?
May 10, 2014
I'm not supposed to use anything. My ps said if I didn't want the scars to show, I have to use tape for a year!! I'm not super worried about scars my husband of 30 years is not a big boob man! I have [RS bleep] star boobies for sure!! My husband was giddy with the result.
May 10, 2014
My armpits are killing me too!! I'm counting down until the day I can burn this awful compression device. I'm cheating right now. I'm supposed to do 5 minutes morning and night implant displacement massage. I wanted hubby to do it, but he was too gentle. He's like damn your rough. Remember I'm pretty numb.
May 10, 2014
I go in Monday as my first post op appt. I want to ask about the arnica and bromelin you're using. And is the tape over the stitch site to prevent scarring?
May 10, 2014
He said if I continued to tape they would be very fine and unnoticeable. Arnica is for swelling and bruising bromelain helps u manage stress and break down proteins a more natural approach-since my ps was out of the country I was only given tramadol and ketorolac for pain. Couldn't deal had to see pcp for real pain meds
May 10, 2014
He said if I continued with paper tape it would help my scars be barely visible. I'm very pale skin anyway so I'm not to worried, but I do have those vertical lines. So I plan on taping that portion forever. I don't know if an American ps will go for the natural approach, but it sure helps. I wasn't even given narcotics since they are not available in pill form, just tramadol and ketorolac.
UPDATED FROM Cranberry21
3 days post
72 hour window around Surgery
Cranberry21May 10, 2014
I got prescriptions filled for demerol (pain), xanax(muscle relaxer), and zofran(nausea).
I got a stool softener, milk of magnesia, prune juice, cranberry juice, bags of frozen peas, gas-x, ginger ale, cocoa butter, fruit, easy snacks, granola bars, etc.
I gave my PS my last mammo results and some bloodwork. Got clearance to continue the meds/vitamins I already take.
Had to stop smoking (there goes my 5 cigarettes a day) and no Excedrin when I got headaches.
The recliner I ordered was delivered so I comfort-checked it. I am a stomach sleeper so I didn't want to chance wanting to turn over. (I couldn't find my neck pillow so I used a rolled up airline blanket to also keep from turning.)
I put lots of stuff at waist level (toothbrush, toothpaste, tampons, toilet paper, plastic cup, etc) so I wouldn't have to reach.
The evening before surgery, I showered with Dial soap, shaved my legs, and took a xanax. Nothing taken orally after midnight.
The morning of surgery, I showered with Dial soap, shaved my underarms, took normal meds with a drop of water, and didn't swallow water when I brushed my teeth. I brought my nausea med with me to the doctor's office. I wore a light jogging suit, where the jacket zips up the front.
Upon arrival, I was given the robe and smock, footies and a hair cover. Vitals taken and I was put under a warming blanket. I was given a nausea patch and the anesthesiologist hooked me up...next I knew, it was hours later and I was trying to come alert. Took a bit to be ready to walk. Was a bit drugged.
The ride home was a [RS bleep]. Hubby drove fine, just couldn't avoid bumps and such. I was sore and a little queasy.
At home, I settled in to the recliner and tried to stay passed out. I drank water and juice. I had a tube in my throat during surgery so I kept coughing -- that hurt. The pain was never unbearable. Sore pecs. Like someone was lifting me under my arms very hard. The breasts felt like it did when I breastfed years ago...milk coming in and filling up.
1st day after surgery: pain pills about every 4 hours (I waited as long as I could), drank lots of water, used some m.o.m. and prune juice (added a little ginger ale), ate yogurt and granola, and avoided the dreaded constipation.
I got a stool softener, milk of magnesia, prune juice, cranberry juice, bags of frozen peas, gas-x, ginger ale, cocoa butter, fruit, easy snacks, granola bars, etc.
I gave my PS my last mammo results and some bloodwork. Got clearance to continue the meds/vitamins I already take.
Had to stop smoking (there goes my 5 cigarettes a day) and no Excedrin when I got headaches.
The recliner I ordered was delivered so I comfort-checked it. I am a stomach sleeper so I didn't want to chance wanting to turn over. (I couldn't find my neck pillow so I used a rolled up airline blanket to also keep from turning.)
I put lots of stuff at waist level (toothbrush, toothpaste, tampons, toilet paper, plastic cup, etc) so I wouldn't have to reach.
The evening before surgery, I showered with Dial soap, shaved my legs, and took a xanax. Nothing taken orally after midnight.
The morning of surgery, I showered with Dial soap, shaved my underarms, took normal meds with a drop of water, and didn't swallow water when I brushed my teeth. I brought my nausea med with me to the doctor's office. I wore a light jogging suit, where the jacket zips up the front.
Upon arrival, I was given the robe and smock, footies and a hair cover. Vitals taken and I was put under a warming blanket. I was given a nausea patch and the anesthesiologist hooked me up...next I knew, it was hours later and I was trying to come alert. Took a bit to be ready to walk. Was a bit drugged.
The ride home was a [RS bleep]. Hubby drove fine, just couldn't avoid bumps and such. I was sore and a little queasy.
At home, I settled in to the recliner and tried to stay passed out. I drank water and juice. I had a tube in my throat during surgery so I kept coughing -- that hurt. The pain was never unbearable. Sore pecs. Like someone was lifting me under my arms very hard. The breasts felt like it did when I breastfed years ago...milk coming in and filling up.
1st day after surgery: pain pills about every 4 hours (I waited as long as I could), drank lots of water, used some m.o.m. and prune juice (added a little ginger ale), ate yogurt and granola, and avoided the dreaded constipation.
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