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Mini Ultimate Breast Lift with Dr. Horndeski, Feels great to have them back where they belong!
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Hi, I'm 32 years old, 5'2 116 pounds and a very...
starmamaFebruary 6, 2013
WORTH IT$10,000
Hi, I'm 32 years old, 5'2 116 pounds and a very saggy deflated 32-34 B. My kids are now 8 and 5 yrs old and after pregnancy and breast-feeding my boobs are definitely not what they used to be. I am finished having kids so now I want to get a lift and feel better and more confident when I look in the mirror and when my husband sees me. I was a C cup before kids but I feel happy with my size now and although my husband would LOVE more cleavage, implants are just not for me.
I went to a consultation with Dr Vu here in Portland and she was great. She recommended a full lift with anchor incision with or without a small implant. I've been reading a lot of info online and reading lots of stories on real self and discovered Dr. H and his unique Ultimate Breast Lift technique. I was very curious so emailed their office and spoke with the doc over the phone. He said I am a good candidate for the mini ubl which only involves an incision around the nipple. Sounds too good to be true! He was wonderful to talk to and cautioned me with my smaller size to be really hesitant about getting the anchor scars. I am actually strongly considering traveling to Texas to go with him. It is scary to think about traveling across the country and going thru surgery by myself (my husband would have to stay home with the kiddos)
I'm still in the thinking, planning deciding stage so if all you wise women have any imput/advise I would be greatly appreciate it!
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February 11, 2013
I have seen some very good results for women with your size having the mini UBL and full UBL w/wt Augmentation. Right now I am still going through the healing process and will have to await my final results. It takes time to heal, I think people who workout heal faster because they have better blood circulation. As for the shape that will depend on your frame, skin, mass in breast ect. Just make sure you have realistic expectations. Right now I am just so happy that I have that weight off my shoulders and hope to keep it that way for a while. The void of that vertical scar is my reason for selecting Dr.H. It was nice that he is a 4 hour drive or 45 min flight from Dallas to Houston. Good Luck in your choice. Ask questions this is a major surgery and it really is life changing.
February 13, 2013
Thanks so much for your reply! I enjoyed reading your story and you're looking great! I haven't been able to see very many pics of the mini ubl, just been seeing mostly the full ubl. I'm concerned about pleating and getting a good areola shape. Also, traveling that far is very inconvenient and especially if a revision is needed. But maybe Dr H is worth it!
February 14, 2013
You are very welcome. I would encourage you to do the skype consult with him have very good lighting so can see if you may be a candidate for the min ubl. The consult is free so nothing to lost but time. Like I said keep us posted.
March 16, 2013
Hey starmama, what did you find out about the pleating and good areola shape after the lift? You and I are similar in chest shape and I am, too, concerned about the pleating/scars around the areola. Also, what is the cost of the lift for you? Also, what did he say the time frame was on heeling for you, before going back to work?
March 16, 2013
I found there is NOT a ton of pics for the mini ubl which is a little frustrating, but it seems to me that the good outweigh the bad with this procedure. I have a hard time making decisions and it was no different with this one but after I spoke with Dr. H, I had a really good feeling and felt confident to trust his capabilities. I noticed most of his other clients on here had that same feeling. Some have to have a revision due to areola pleating and some do not. I'm hoping I won't have to because I am out of state and across the US, but at least if I do it will not cost me more than the cost of travel. The cost for the mini ubl is $8,000. I think they said wait a week before going back to work as long as you are not lifting or physically active. I am planning to stay 3 nights there and fly home the day after surgery. His assistant said with the mini ubl that this is just fine.
Great to know we are all in this together, hope that helps and I will continue to update my status/pics when I have my surgery. I enjoyed following livingdreams' story and hope my experience turns out positive like hers!
February 12, 2013
Your breasts look so much like mine. I am having a full anchor mastopexy next week(21st), no implants, I have before pics up now and will add after ones as soon as I can after surgery. Good luck on your decisions :-)
February 13, 2013
Have you thought about looking into Dr. Connell...Or Dr. Gallagher in Bend? They are both amazing, and then you won't have to leave the state :-)
January 2, 2015
I wish mine would of looked like that but I have Togo to another dr now to fix mine
UPDATED FROM starmama
2 months pre
So I made my decision and I booked my mini ubl...
starmamaFebruary 14, 2013
So I made my decision and I booked my mini ubl surgery with Dr. H in Texas for April 9, holy crap I can't believe it, I'm freaking out!!!
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April 9, 2015
You will love it! I had mine done April 7th. Everything went as planned. My husband drove us home the day after the surgery. Pain iny chest/ but taking pain meds do that keeps it under control.
UPDATED FROM starmama
1 month pre
Now I'm only a a month away from my surgery! I...
starmamaMarch 4, 2013
Now I'm only a a month away from my surgery! I got time off work and booked my flight and hotel. My hubby has to stay home with the kids and I was bummed about that but now I have a friend going with me so I feel much better. Still need to get my shuttle from the airport set up but besides that everything is coming together easily...I'm crazy nervous but excited!
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March 20, 2013
Are you getting nervous yet? I am considering Dr. Horndeski too but I am so nervous wanting to see more of his work before I decide. I hope you keep us updated and posted with how it goes.
March 24, 2013
Yeah, I'm starting to get nervous but still excited as well. Can't wait to get rid of the annoying boob sag. Also excited to be able to wear a bra and not spill out every time I bend over! I've only told two close friends, not even my family. My husband doesn't understand that but I just don't feel it's anybody else's business but mine :-)
All my travel plans are set, I'm praying for a speedy recovery and no complications!
March 23, 2013
Please post pics when you are finished! I am going to be booking with Dr. H as well and I'm really excited! There aren't a lot of the mini UBL photos so it would be great if you can keep us posted with pics of your progress!
March 24, 2013
Absolutely! I've used this site so much over the last 3 months I will definitely contribute as well! That's rad you decided to get the mini ubl too, Dr. H seems quite amazing!
March 31, 2013
i hope your surgery goes well. I had a full anchor breast lift on the 13th. Getting better every day but still taped up all over! Takes time! Mini UBL sounds better but I was much more deflated than you are. I have before and afters up on my profile (I also had liposuction).
How exciting! You might want to connect with this RS member who went the UBL route as well.
Thanks for starting your story on RealSelf. I'm looking forward to following along on your journey!