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Breast Implant Replacement, Capsulectomy and Lift
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I am scheduled for surgery next month and excited...
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I am scheduled for surgery next month and excited to have 30 year old implants removed. I'm undecided about having the implants replaced. I do not want large breasts like I have now (36G) but worry that I will not be happy with just a lift. I had two consultations and the first Dr said "You have plenty of breast tissue to have a D cup after implants are removed. The second Dr thinks I will have a better result with smaller implants although he said this based on my description of the ideal size for me. I'm nervous... Implants or no implants? I do not want to take them out and then go back and have implants put in later. I'm 5'7 160 and hope to lose another 20 pounds. I have been working out since January and I'm feeling great! Losing these giant boobs will be such a relief.
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July 19, 2013
Are your current implants saline or silicone gel? Do you know what size your implants are?
July 20, 2013
They are silicone behind/under the muscle. I have no idea what size. It was so long ago.
July 20, 2013
Oh okay. The reason I was asking is (if they were saline) one option would be to simply deflate them in the office. That way you could have a real good idea of your current volume, and you could have as much time as you wanted to decide if you wanted to replace the implants, go bigger, or go without them altogether. With silicone gel implants from that era, from that long ago, it would probably be a good idea to do a complete capsulectomy anyway. Even though it was done a long time ago, your records should be available through the hospital or facility where your augmentation was performed. Good luck!
July 20, 2013
Thank you! My doctor says the left one needs capsulectomy for sure. I go in for my preop appointment and size options next week. Now I just hope my echocardiogram comes out ok so I can be released for surgery.
UPDATED FROM Newmeaug13
16 days pre
Pre op EKG is abnormal!
I went to my primary physician to get a medical release form but my EKG is abnormal so now I have to get an echocardiogram next week. Should I be worried? It took me so long to make the decision to have this surgery and I will be so upset if I am not cleared. How could this be? I feel great! I will not get the results or clearance until one week prior to my surgery date so I am really concerned.
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July 20, 2013
Hi, I am 43 years old and recently had my implants taken out. I was a 34 DDD. I am 5'3" so this was way too big for my frame and I hated the implants since I got them. All that said I had a lift after the implants were removed and I am super excited and love them now. I think the thing I like the most was the reduction in the nipple area, and the fact that my breasts are now fuller and rounder (nothing hangs)! I still have very full breasts but no sagging. If you have enough tissue to have a full lifted rounder breast without the implant I say go for it. You will be excited as to how much lighter you feel, and you will probably look like you lost 20 pounds just because of the sheer fact that your shirts won't hang so baggy over the large breasts. Ultimately your call but I can tell you I was nervous too and have never been happier with my breasts.
July 20, 2013
What size are you now? Was having a smaller implant ever an option or did you decide ahead that you would just go with the outcome of a lift only no matter the size? Thank you for sharing. This site is very helpful and reassuring.
July 20, 2013
I'm a C now. Yes, an implant was an option but I didn't need it. I had a lot of tissue too and my surgeon was able to pull everything into a nice tight package. I had enough to be a D but asked him to make me a B/C. I just didn't want that oblong droopy look anymore. I wanted a nice lifted rounder shape. I was lucky that I had enough tissue to get the look I wanted. If you have the tissue you will be amazed with what they can do with a good lift. It's what I should have done the first time! Good luck.
July 22, 2013
Try not to worry! Often times pre op tests produce results that need to be reviewed before forging forward. I would much rather know about a possible problem before going into surgery. I'm guessing if there even is a slight problem, you'll eventually be able to proceed with your surgery at some point. It could be as simple as a heart murmur, in which case you may be prescribed antibiotics pre op. Have you decided...implants or no implants? I can't believe your implants lasted for 30 years. Take care and keep us posted!
July 25, 2013
Thank Beth. I should know tomorrow if the echocardiogram shows me ok for surgery.
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Can I ask who did your tummy tuck?