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34A/B to 550cc....finally the Boobies I've Always Wanted!!! - Quad Cities, IA

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I've almost always been a 34B and been fairly...

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platnum84
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I've almost always been a 34B and been fairly content with the size because they USED to be perky! I have a fairly small build so on me a perky 34B is acceptable to most people.

I am now 27 with a 4-1/2 old daughter. My weight has fluctuated a lot in the last 5 or so years and unfortunately my breasts have suffered the most. They were nicely full/plump during pregnancy of course and even after I lost most of the baby weight I still maintained a decent 34D (although quite deflated). But in february of 2011 I began losing the remainder of my extra weight getting down to my pre-pregnancy size and am now a severly deflated B cup MAYBE! I don't exactly have the extra money for the operation, but when will I ever?! I'm sick of not being able to wear sexy victoria's secret bras and look good in them.my skin is soo loose that I can't stay in the cups and its disgusting to me! So I'm ready for a major change and am hoping that going to a possible 550cc will put me in a full D cup and not be way too much for my petite frame!

I have my pre-op appointment on wednesday to give my final decision on sizing and then May 21st will be here before I know it!! I'm excited and nervous but most of all just hoping the recovery is quick so I can get back to my intense, physical job in a timely manner!!
Oh and I wanted to mention the type of implants I'm going with....I will be going with silicone, high profile, under the muscle...with the small incision under the breast.
And I will eventually be posting before and after pics. :-)

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Benjamin Van Raalte, MD

Benjamin Van Raalte, MD

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May 8, 2012

Thank you for posting your story here! It sounds like you're really excited about this. Can't wait to see the change!

Oh, and congrats on losing your baby weight. I know it's not easy!

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Today was my 2 week pre-op appointment. My primary...

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Today was my 2 week pre-op appointment. My primary concern (next to something going wrong of course) has been sizing. Based on the photos I've shown my PS he suggested 550cc. But I worry about it since I'm so flat and don't have a very wide chest space to work with. I compared projection and diameter of both the 500cc and 550cc and have decided I'm going with 500cc. There is really not much difference in projection...maybe .2 centimeters. But the 500 has a slightly larger diameter, which is what I would rather have over more projection.
I had my before photos taken today and can't wait to see the after pics in just a couple weeks!
Just wanted to give an update ....will post next week! :-)

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May 9, 2012
Hi! I'm having 550cc silicon high profile also. IMy surgery is May 30 and it feels like the days are dragging by. I'm 5'2, 120 - 125 lbs. I loved the way I looked in the 550 sizer at my PS office. I also tried 450, 475 and 500. Keep us updated on how things are going.
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May 10, 2012
I too liked how the 550cc's looked when I tried them, but after my dr visit today I changed my mind and am going with 500cc. I almost think 450 or 475 could be enough for me and hope I'm not going overboard, considering 550 is the most he would allow me to go with having a narrow frame.
I wish you luck on your upcoming operation! May 30th will be here before you know it! Please keep updating your journey as well. :-)
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May 10, 2012
Sizing is sooo important. My PS took a lot of measurements, then took them again after to be sure. He was very thorough in explaining what size implant would be best and exactly why. That is one of the reasons I chose to go with him. He didn't just say "this is what I am going to do" the way the others did. I am broad through my upper body, my shoulders, chest and ribcage. He used all of that to determine the best size for me. It sounds like your PS also pays a lot of attention to those details and is helping you chose the implants that will give you exactly what you want. Isn't is a great feeling to have that kind of confidence in someone!
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3 DAYS TO GO!!!! I'm getting nervous!!!! I'm...

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3 DAYS TO GO!!!!

I'm getting nervous!!!! I'm only taking mon-thurs off work and its back to it on Friday. My mom has done this operation twice and the first time she had a slow recovery, but the 2nd time was a breeze because the pockets were already made and such. So I'm worried I'm gonna be in bad shape still, once next Friday gets here! And I worry about what sort of comments I will receive from my regular customers. I work in the construction industry, dealing with men all day long so I know they will have some "smart" remarks. Hopefully my skin is thick enough to brush it off and move on.
I've struggled with depression after the birth of my daugther and sometimes still do. I've read that some people have a difficult time with depression after the operation, so that is another worry of mine. Maybe these are common feelings before getting this done?? I worry about everything, so maybe it's just me.
Guess there's nothing I can do but try and relax!
Good luck to all of you out there getting ready to go through this and those of you who are now recovering afterwards! :-)

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May 18, 2012
Yes, size is extremely important! And what is so challenging about the size is that a the CC you choose isn't the same on everyone. So knowing what you will end up with is nearly impossible until you have the procedure done. My goal is to be a D cup, but I'm afraid I'll end up being DD. Although I don't want them to look completely natural I don't want to look ridicilous either!
My PS basically gave me the option of 500 or 550 based on the photos I took in with me. If I had not given photos he may have only recommended around the 400 cc range because I'm pretty narrow through my shoulder, chest, rib cage area.
It sounds like you are extremely confident in your decision of a PS and sizing! It is a great feeling! :-) Good luck with everything!!
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May 18, 2012
Wow, you are getting so close!! I think all the things you are feeling are normal. At least I hope so, because I'm feeling much the same way. I've read a lot of women do have a bout of depression after the surgery. I'm sure it's due to a combination of the stress leading up to the big day, the medications, the trauma and healing our bodies go through with any operation and the realization that after all the months of planning, it's now "all over". Keep posting and accept the help and support of the great ladies on this site. I'm so excited for you!!
May 21, 2012
Good luck, tomorrow is the big day right?! Hope the surgery goes great. Definitely take it easy after. I had a little bit of depression/blues this past week because I couldn't do anything. It's nice your mom can give you advice on what to expect!! Keep us posted on everything!!
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May 21, 2012
Yes tomorrow bright and early! Thank you!! :-)
I hope you continue to recover well so you can bid farewell to those blues! How are you healing? Keep feeling better....I will be updating after the procedure. Thank you for thoughtful words! :-)