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37 Years Old 4 Kids 325 Saline Unders

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Hi real selfers! I have booked my breast...

nomore82
$5,599
Hi real selfers! I have booked my breast augmentation for November 11 2016 and have paid in full. I am done having kids and feel like now is the time since I recently started working out and have lost some body fat and breast tissue. I was a 32C at Victoria's Secret before I started working out, now 32B. After 3 consultations I chose the 3rd surgeon I met with. I do have some sagging, but very little tissue and really didn't want a lift. The first doctor I saw recommended a full lollipop lift with a small wedge anchor at the bottom. The cost was quoted at $11,000! The second surgeon I saw recommend a donut lift and quoted $8000. I was going to go for this option until I researched the technique further and was worried about the outcome. For the most part I don't love the look of lifts due to the scars, unnatural shape in some cases and too high of nipple placement. I decided to get a third consult and am so happy I did. The surgeon did not recommend any lift and showed me some of his work with a similar starting point as mine. He recommended a fairly small saline implant under the muscle. I could have also done silicone of course, but didn't want to have to get MRIs every 2 years to check for silent rupture. I hope I am making the right choice! I am very confident in my surgeon. I went for my pre-op 2 weeks ago and I was a nervous wreck! He made me feel so much better and had answers to all my questions. I am getting more excited as I get closer to my surgery date. I am only 5 days away! If anyone has any suggestion of things to do or buy before hand I would appreciate any advice!

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Wayne I. Yamahata, MD

Wayne I. Yamahata, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 123 Reviews
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November 6, 2016
Hi! I have my pre-op appt with Dr Yamahata on Nov 14th! Surgery Dec 1st. I'm so excited. I have two Littles and we are done,. Since weaning my youngest and working out the past few mos, my breasts are small, have some sag, and very little breast tissue left. Considering I was a full perky D prior to getting pregnant, they've changed quite a bit lol. Good luck with your surgery! I'm excited to follow your journey on here, especially since we are going to the same surgeon and having surgery so close together! Are you going under the muscle? Iv sedation or general anesthesia?
November 6, 2016
Hi mama_bear88! How exciting! I will be getting IV sedation. How about you, silicone or saline? Under the muscle as well? I will post updates as I'm able. Thank you for your comment! I will be hoping for the best for you!
November 6, 2016
I see that you are going under the muscle. Misread that part. Lol
November 6, 2016
I will be getting iv sedation as well, and under the muscle. I'm 5'9" with broad shoulders, so the implants will be substantial. Not sure on exact size yet, but Dr Y and I discussed up in 450-500s range to me back to my Pre baby full D cup.
November 6, 2016
Nice! Can't wait to hear more after your pre-op and surgery. I'm happy to have someone to compare notes with. I'm assuming based on your price that you're getting silicone? I hope I'll be happy with saline. I'm going to get about 325 cc. I'm 5'6" and 120 lb. I'm hoping that will be big enough. I think I'll give Dr. Yamahata the go ahead to go up to 350 just in case it looks better. You're not getting a lift, correct?
November 7, 2016
Yes it is nice to know someone going through the same thing to compare experiences with! I am getting silicone. That size sounds like it will fit your frame well! I am not getting a lift--it was too expensive for me to commit to it, knowing I will prob need one down the road in 10 years or so. I'm interested to see what size we decide on at my pre op next week.
November 7, 2016
I was thinking the same thing about a lift down the road, but glad not to do it right now. Can't wait to see what size you choose! I think Dr. Yamahata is very careful not to go too big, so I trust his judgement with what will look the best.
November 7, 2016
I agree! He's modest, and I appreciate that. I want them big, but don't want them to look super fake. I will Ultimately trust his his judgement in the operating room because he clearly knows what he's doing--that's why we chose him, right?!
November 7, 2016
Right!!
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November 7, 2016

Hey there, and welcome! Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. I hope you'll enjoy all the support you're going to get from this awesome community. Have you read the Breast Augmentation Guide yet? It's full of useful information, both pre and post op. Hope you'll enjoy reading it. Good luck, and please keep us updated.

December 14, 2016
Hi! I went under general anethesia. How did it go with the iv sedation?
December 14, 2016
Hello! IV sedation was great. The nurse gave me Ativan and nausea medicine before the surgeon came in and I barely remember him coming in. I remember feeling a slight pressure or pulling on one side but that's it. No pain at all. I remember being in the recovery area a little bit and getting wheeled to the car. The rest is a blur! The surgeon used a local anesthetic and I really didn't have much pain at all after. I used the tramadol and Valium for about 3 days. Very tight was all. How was everything for you?
UPDATED FROM nomore82
3 days pre

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I realized after I left my first post that I forgot to add in my stats. I'm 5'6" and 120 lb. I do work out a few times a week. Also, I have been taking a few supplements to get ready for surgery. I'm taking vitamin C 1,000mg per day, zinc 50 mg, magnesium 250 mg and arnica 30x 3 tabs 3 times a day. The arnica is supposed to help with bruising and swelling. My doc said it was ok to take. I stated these about 3 days ago and my surgery is in 4 days.

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November 10, 2016
Good luck today!!! Can't wait to hear all about it!
November 10, 2016
Thank you!!
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November 10, 2016

Hey there! I just wanted to wish you lots of luck for your procedure today. I hope everything goes smoothly. Please give us an update when you feel able.

UPDATED FROM nomore82
1 day post

I survived surgery and my first night home!

nomore82
I'm feeling pretty good except when I try to use my arms or take a deep breath in. My super helpful hubby scheduled my pain meds last night and forced my to eat something with them. I don't have any drainage on the gauze yet and can't see any bruising. I'm afraid to take off he bra but they look better that I thought already. They look bigger that I thought, too, but they should go down when the swelling goes down. My nurse at the surgery center was amazing. She made me feel so comfortable and I didn't feel a thing during surgery even though I was slightly awake. I'm still tired. Not too hungry, but trying to eat a little something when I take my meds. I ended up with 310cc on both sides smooth round high profile mentor. So far I am so happy with them. I can't wait to hear from my doctor later today to see if I can shower. Not that I'm really up for it and I might need help.

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November 11, 2016
Awesome! I'm so glad everything went well for you!
December 4, 2016
Great results. I'm wide awake on night one, not in pain but got woke & now I can't get back to sleep. I also slept lots on op day with the GA so think I'm in a bit outta sync. Glad your op went well xx
December 4, 2016
Thank you!
January 9, 2018
did you get saline or silicone?
February 2, 2018
silicone