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Ready to Have Implants Removed - Valencia, CA
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So its been 2 weeks since my explant surgery. I...
ExplantReadyMay 24, 2012
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So its been 2 weeks since my explant surgery. I originally went to Victoria's Secret to be measured for bras and had 3 different girls measure 3 different cup sizes (A, then B then C). I then went to a lingerie shop, and the lady who measured me, estimated correctly before measuring what size I would be. She had me take off my off my top and bra to measure (said that was the best way to get the right cup size) - Victoria's Secret measured in clothes so could have been why they suggested 3 different sizes. They suggested great bras at the lingerie shop, that fit me well. Some brands do run smaller or larger so it can be a little hit and miss - I found you have to try a few different style bras to see what is best for your breast shape.
I have posted some pics that show the ridge I've been talking about and one holding my shoulders back (the ridge seems to less prominent), one showing the stitches and a bra shot just to show how they look now.
The ridge looks different just after I take off my bra at night (there is less of a ridge) or if I hold my shoulders back - but I certainly can't walk around like that everywhere - lol!
Anyway very happy with my decision, and my husband loves them, I guess that's all that matters. x
I have posted some pics that show the ridge I've been talking about and one holding my shoulders back (the ridge seems to less prominent), one showing the stitches and a bra shot just to show how they look now.
The ridge looks different just after I take off my bra at night (there is less of a ridge) or if I hold my shoulders back - but I certainly can't walk around like that everywhere - lol!
Anyway very happy with my decision, and my husband loves them, I guess that's all that matters. x
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May 24, 2012
Hi Ellen - I am so glad that all went well for you and that you are happy with the result! I know - I saw Dr Lussier on the 3rd and they were out on the 8th! I too am glad to have those heavy things out. Yours look great, you don't seem to have the ridge that I have under the breast. I think its because the original incision was too high on the breast (Dr Lussier used the same incision) and my breasts may have sagged. Maybe if he had used the whole incision instead of just using part of the original incision the result may have been different?? Hopefully time will reshape the breast and all will be ok! [RS bleep] Kylie
May 24, 2012
I did have a kind of a not so good cut under one breast. It is kinda almost gone. Meaning alittle more time and it should be gone. And one boob is perfect like it was never done. One kinda looks just OK . Either way I am just so very Happy to be done with it all. I love my new body. Really I wake up and am just so thank ful to be back to me. Plus to be able to sleep anyway I want without Boobs in the way. To keep my breasts from sagging, I wear a jog type of top ...Makes me look even flatter than I am. I do like it better than always wearing a bra. Plus I dont want to sag before my time : ))) But really you do look Great. I am not saying that to be nice. Its true. I for sure like you now than with the footballs. Your husband should also be happy that you are. Love , Ellen
May 24, 2012
Thank you Ellen.. My husband loves them and is estatic with the result, if I had met my husband before having them done, I would never have gone through with implants in the first place. Just like you so happy with my decision to have them out. I'll post some photos to show the ridge I am talking about soon. I hope it will change over time, if not I'm happy with the result and so is my hubby. Thanks for sharing your journey with me, it really did help me make the decision to explant. [RS bleep] Kylie
May 25, 2012
Kylie...your a sweet girl...That is why I posted here, someone else helped me. I think it was flashgirl. I wanted to pass it forward. You will be the next one to help someone else. Wait I think you already have been. Really is a good place here for sure. Like andi22 I question the underwire. I kinda remember being told when I got the implants not to wear wire bra's. And really mine had a bit of a ridge on the one , It seems to have settle and almost gone. And the docter told me to place gause and tape on it. Not sure what a wire would do ? I just know that mine went down in approx 2 months. But I am not a docter so guess I should keep thoughts to my self. xoxo Ellen
May 25, 2012
I just saw your post. Sure looks like it will heal in time. And I still say they look Great. I am sure your husband loves those than the fake ones. Give it time and you will see that scar go away. You did just have it done : ))) Really I am sure 100 percent that it will go away and you will forget what you were bummed about. Well I know you not that bummed. Thank god you got them out before they gave you problems. Keep me posted and I will be waiting for the faded scar pics. Really you did a Great Job and a really fast one at that. xoxo Ellen
May 25, 2012
Thanks Ellen. Dr Lussier told me to go straight to the underwire to try to reshape the ridge (fingers crossed). The underwire is sitting under the scars. When I take the underwire off at night the breast has a better shape, but after having it off for a while, that ridge comes back :-(.. . I am still wearing the bandage on the scars througout the day and rubbing Dr Lussier's cream on twice daily. Thanks for your support Ellen. [RS bleep] Kylie
May 25, 2012
Kylie...Sounds like the underwire is working then. I would then use the underwire . Should start to hold the shape perm in time. Update pics when scar and shape stays in place in its own time of healing. You look so Great that I know when you cross the finish line , it will be perfect. Again Great job you have done. Saved $ and got the job done. Found a better man. Yeah : ) Ellen
May 24, 2012
Thanks for posting updated photos, you truly loo amazing!!
Are you wearing underwired bras already, or was that just to try on? I got told I have to wait 6 weeks.
Are you wearing underwired bras already, or was that just to try on? I got told I have to wait 6 weeks.
May 25, 2012
Hi Andi22 - thank you for your support. My surgeon told me to start wearing the underwire straight away to try and reshape the ridge - fingers crossed it works! I am still wearing the sticky bandage along the scar to protect it through the day. [RS bleep]
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Well surgery went well, I went in at 11am and was...
ExplantReadyMay 10, 2012
Well surgery went well, I went in at 11am and was back on the road to home by 1pm! I am glad to have the implants are out. However was disappointed to find out the my original surgeon put in Silicone implants and not Saline implants as we discussed! Lucky they didn't rupture.
I have been following doctors orders and taking it easy, even though I feel great, I don't want to over do it and end up with an infection! Took pain medication the first day but haven't needed any today.
I am a little nervous about the result. My breast are certainly a little saggy. They look ok from the side but they have a slight ridge at the front. This looks awful - you can't see in the front photo yet as still have the stitches covered - will post photos next week after stitches are out. The ridge could be some swelling and from the stitches. My doctor removed the implant from the original scar and it was a little higher than he would have liked. I am straight into underwire to try and give the breast some shape and hopefully the ridge will re-shape - it is only day 2 following the operation so I guess I will have to wait and see! Overall it is definately worth it.
I have been following doctors orders and taking it easy, even though I feel great, I don't want to over do it and end up with an infection! Took pain medication the first day but haven't needed any today.
I am a little nervous about the result. My breast are certainly a little saggy. They look ok from the side but they have a slight ridge at the front. This looks awful - you can't see in the front photo yet as still have the stitches covered - will post photos next week after stitches are out. The ridge could be some swelling and from the stitches. My doctor removed the implant from the original scar and it was a little higher than he would have liked. I am straight into underwire to try and give the breast some shape and hopefully the ridge will re-shape - it is only day 2 following the operation so I guess I will have to wait and see! Overall it is definately worth it.
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May 10, 2012
Dr. Lussier removed my implants. I was really happy with price and service for sure. Ellen
May 10, 2012
Thanks Ellen for recommending Dr Lussier. He was wonderful and did a fabulous job! x Kylie
May 10, 2012
ExplanReady..." Kylie" You really drove that far ??? I cant believe you are already done !!! That is so Great. Glad you like them. They did seem to have it together. I was just so glad to get it done for sure. It did take it least a week before they started to look OK. Then in approx 2 weeks much better. Really so Happy for you, Ellen
May 11, 2012
I know - can you believe it, I rang Dr Lussier and saw him the same day and a week later they were out! I was happy to drive the 45min - 1 hour to see Dr Lussier. Talk about being ready - lol! I guess I just need to be patient to see how they "shape" over the next couple of weeks. Thanks again for your support. Kylie
May 11, 2012
Still cant believe it...Ya...I guess you were really really ready : ))) Oh..only 45 min is worth just to get it done so fast. I had to wait and that was to much stress for too long. I did up it a week which helped for sure. The wait and wonder was kinda the worst for me. Glad that is over !!! Congrads to you, and for being so BRAVE.. You should be very Proud of your self..I am proud of you...Ellen
May 11, 2012
So glad to hear that everything went well and that you are happy with the work Dr. Lussier did. I am very anxious for my consultation with him next week and to see what my options are in getting the surgery. Def keep us all posted and looking fwd to watching your story.
May 11, 2012
Thanks! I can't fault Dr Lussier. I hope that your consult goes well. Good luck, I will be thinking of you. I am getting my stitches out at his office on the 17th, I think that's they day you are seeing him too!
May 11, 2012
That is funny! So you only have to keep your stitches in a week? Are you able to shower regularly after the stitches come out? Also, did you have the capsules removed? After looking at your pics it gives me a sense of calm because I am terrified of what my boobs will look like after the implants are removed, but yours look great for 2 days post op!!
May 11, 2012
I've showered everyday with the stitches in. We have a hand held shower head so I can direct the water which has helped. I have just been careful and dabbed the stitches with a dry towel after the shower and before I put the padding back on. I was a little groggy after the surgery but I don't think he removed the capsules. So it will be a week and 2 days by the time the stitches come out. I just hope under the breast shape improves once the stitches are out. It's not pretty atm but hopefully time will heal! Thanks for your support!
May 11, 2012
You look great .
May 11, 2012
Thanks Aquelle, hopefully the ridges reshape over time. I guess I just need to be patient!
May 11, 2012
Wow, I know you said you're not completely happy with them yet but I think they look great!
May 11, 2012
Thanks Andi22, the ridge at the front doesn't look good, but hopefully with time it will change. I think I just need to be patient.
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Wow - things have moved pretty quickly. I am...
ExplantReadyMay 4, 2012
Wow - things have moved pretty quickly. I am booked in for surgery on the 8th. I am nervous about what the results, but I am looking forward to being me again! Will post pics and update when I can.
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May 4, 2012
Thanks for the name of the doctor. I am going to research him online. Is your surgery May 8? If so, will you be posting pics post-explant?
May 4, 2012
I actually called this morning and am set to have a consultation with Dr. Lussier on May 17. Thanks so much for your story, it is nice to know someone else is going thru the same thing as me. Our stories are very similar. -Kim
May 5, 2012
Good luck with your surgery! I'm sure you will be so much happier without them. that seems to be the story of most ladies here. I had mine for 10 years, and explanted just over a month ago. So happy I did it!
May 6, 2012
Thank you! I'm glad to hear your surgery went well and you are happy. I am nervous but think I will be alot happier too. x
May 6, 2012
God luck for the 8th i will be thinking of you as you are so close to me, my date for explant is the 9th!! Just read your profile and it is similar to mine .I too was a 32a pre implant and surgeon said a small c would look ok. Somehow they have ended up a dd though they have sagged as i have such a narrow back and the right one has now a capsular contracture and is rippling underneath. I used to be so sporty and they just do not suit my frame. I got measured for bra today pre op and my back is so narrow i will be a 30B or 32a post implant removal so it all a bit daunting but know i want them removing ..soon be here.!! Good luck
May 8, 2012
Just wanted to wish u the best of luck for tomorrow!!
May 8, 2012
Thanks Kim. A little nervous, but also just looking forward to having them out! Dr Lussier rang tonight at 8.30pm to ask if I had any questions and see how I was feeling. He seems lovely - fingers crossed the surgery goes well. Thanks again!
May 9, 2012
Dr. Lussier did my silicone 350cc implants 5 years ago and he was excellent. thinking of explanting soon. Good luck!!!Pst pics.
May 11, 2012
Thanks for your support! Have you been happy with them and are you just ready to have them out?
Ellen