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24 Year Old, 380 and 350 Cc Silicone Implants Removed
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I'm writing this review to help women who are...
goodboobsgoneflatAugust 25, 2017
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I'm writing this review to help women who are going through the same experience or for women who just want their implants removed.
I had my first breast augmentation in 2012, when I was 19. At that time I had 300 and 280 cc silicone implants over the muscle. Last year I decided to get new implants cause my breasts were getting very saggy. This time the doctor placed 400 and 375 ccs under the muscle (dual plane). However, one of my muscles ripped and released the implant, which made me have to get another surgery to put it back in and stitch my muscle. However, I don't know what this stupid doctor did wrong but after he "fixed" it, everytime I flexed that muscle my breast would look COMPLETELY deformed. I would also experience a lot of muscle pain and I couldn't work out my chest anymore.
I went to another doctor who decided it would be better to remove the implants and place new ones, this time over the muscle (as my first set). I got the surgery done and went to live overseas. Everything was going well until 3 months after, when I started to drain a yellowish fluid through my incision in my left breast. It was thought to be a rare case of late seroma but the truth is it was an infection. I tried antibiotics, steroids, everything.. Until me and my doctor decided the only option was to remove the implants. It's gotten me devastated.
So here I am, back to my home country, spending money on another surgery. I have never gone through so much stress in my life. I feel financially violated :( I now need to wait 6 months to put new implants in and I don't even have money for another surgery. I was thinking of creating a crowdfunding but I don't want people that know me judging me, as it's just cosmetic surgery. I am very depressed and if it wasn't for my boyfriend and parents supporting me, I don't know how I would be dealing with this.
Anyway, the removal surgery was yesterday and everything went well. I honestly thought my breasts would look much more saggy than what they are now since I had big implants over the muscle, stretching my skin. I have drains in. Drained about 70ml yesterday and already not draining much today. The recovery seems to be easier than when you get the implants. I'll be posting pictures of my progress.
I had my first breast augmentation in 2012, when I was 19. At that time I had 300 and 280 cc silicone implants over the muscle. Last year I decided to get new implants cause my breasts were getting very saggy. This time the doctor placed 400 and 375 ccs under the muscle (dual plane). However, one of my muscles ripped and released the implant, which made me have to get another surgery to put it back in and stitch my muscle. However, I don't know what this stupid doctor did wrong but after he "fixed" it, everytime I flexed that muscle my breast would look COMPLETELY deformed. I would also experience a lot of muscle pain and I couldn't work out my chest anymore.
I went to another doctor who decided it would be better to remove the implants and place new ones, this time over the muscle (as my first set). I got the surgery done and went to live overseas. Everything was going well until 3 months after, when I started to drain a yellowish fluid through my incision in my left breast. It was thought to be a rare case of late seroma but the truth is it was an infection. I tried antibiotics, steroids, everything.. Until me and my doctor decided the only option was to remove the implants. It's gotten me devastated.
So here I am, back to my home country, spending money on another surgery. I have never gone through so much stress in my life. I feel financially violated :( I now need to wait 6 months to put new implants in and I don't even have money for another surgery. I was thinking of creating a crowdfunding but I don't want people that know me judging me, as it's just cosmetic surgery. I am very depressed and if it wasn't for my boyfriend and parents supporting me, I don't know how I would be dealing with this.
Anyway, the removal surgery was yesterday and everything went well. I honestly thought my breasts would look much more saggy than what they are now since I had big implants over the muscle, stretching my skin. I have drains in. Drained about 70ml yesterday and already not draining much today. The recovery seems to be easier than when you get the implants. I'll be posting pictures of my progress.
Replies (15)
September 14, 2018
I had old implants taken out an replaced with new ones in one go. The doctor warned me that many get infections. I took my chances and got an infection. They were then removed. 200cc.
I was very upset like you. I also had to wait 6 mo. For replacement. But guess what, I never replaced them. Everything sort of adjusted. I think I look completely natural now. Don’t despair. Take your time. Let your body heal.
I was very upset like you. I also had to wait 6 mo. For replacement. But guess what, I never replaced them. Everything sort of adjusted. I think I look completely natural now. Don’t despair. Take your time. Let your body heal.
September 14, 2018
I am trying to decide between having explants of my implants..1 is encapsulated or doing nothing..my risks of surgery at 72 are high as had pulmonary embolism when I had emergency c section at the age of 32 and almost died..and my options with no replacement implants and no lift are $12,000 up to $22,000 for replacement ??? Any suggestions..thanks
September 14, 2018
Goggle illness women have after have breast implants. There is a list of them. You may just settle for good health and small breasts ?
September 15, 2018
The plastic surgeon that I went to for a consultation said that breast implant illness is not true?
October 24, 2023
Of course they say that. Sorry not trying to be rude but many women suffer from all kinds of stuff with implants in their bodies
January 5, 2020
Thank you for sharing your experience. I have had three sets of implants in 32 years and have had enough. If you look at my pictures I posted you will see what happens over time. I have now decided I have had enough and am having them permanently removed. I feel so much regret and also grief that I put my body through this year after year and decades. It is wonderful that you are young and that your body will be able to recover and improve with time and you can have natural breasts. It may be a blessing in disguise that you have to take time out before more implants. I wish you wellness and superb healing whatever you decide.
UPDATED FROM goodboobsgoneflat
3 days post
Not feeling so good
goodboobsgoneflatAugust 27, 2017
Physically I feel ok, but emotionally it's been a disaster.
Both of my breasts have folded into their original inframammary cease, but the left one (which was infected) looks much worse. The skin is completely attached underneath and I wonder what will have to be done in the next surgery to fix it. Can they release that scar tissue? Will it look ok once I get a new implant? Or will I have a double bubble? Not having the answers to these questions is driving me mad. I know it may improve slightly with time and massage but I also know for sure it won't change much.
My doctor doesn't seem to be very concerned. I have an appointment with him tomorrow to remove the drains. Let's see what he says :(
Both of my breasts have folded into their original inframammary cease, but the left one (which was infected) looks much worse. The skin is completely attached underneath and I wonder what will have to be done in the next surgery to fix it. Can they release that scar tissue? Will it look ok once I get a new implant? Or will I have a double bubble? Not having the answers to these questions is driving me mad. I know it may improve slightly with time and massage but I also know for sure it won't change much.
My doctor doesn't seem to be very concerned. I have an appointment with him tomorrow to remove the drains. Let's see what he says :(
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January 7, 2018
Hi, just checking on your progress. I had an explant a month ago and have a severe crease under my left breast. You have a lot more tissue than I do so you may have had better weight to help settle things more than I will. Just wondering how things have settled for you over the past few months...;)
UPDATED FROM goodboobsgoneflat
4 days post
Still not good
goodboobsgoneflatAugust 28, 2017
Going to the doctor in a few hours. I've been massaging the sticky skin a lot but still don't see any difference. I couldnt find any cases similar to mine and that makes me feel terribly anxious.
The fear of ending up disfigured is terrible. I've never felt so bad in my life :(
The fear of ending up disfigured is terrible. I've never felt so bad in my life :(
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August 30, 2017
I have a similar experience going on right now. I had implants in for many years no problems decided I wanted to do an implant exchange going from saline to silicone and after 1'week I had to have an explant due to seroma and infection and now have to wait six months to get new implants, but I may decide not to get implants because this was a traumatic experience! If my left breast also folded like yours, and the skin is attached looks sad and disfigured and I felt anxious and depressed , I may not get new implants and stay Natural if it gets better with time It's been 3 weeks now and it looks the same -still healing I don't know yet what I will do. look bad but I try not to dwell on it and I started exercising and doing yoga to relax and strengthen my body while I wait focus on other things I can do with my life ... How was your appointment with your surgeon ?
September 1, 2017
Thank you so much for your comments! You're right, this is indeed very traumatic :( Have you thought about fat transfer? I think you can correct the indentations with fat, if they bother you.
I wish I could choose not to get implants again but I look completely flat without them :( I wouldn't mind it if I was skinny and very petite, but I have a wide chest.
Anyway, I've been noticing things improving. I don't feel as bad as before.. What bothers me the most is all the money (plus my job) that this has cost me.
I'm gonna post another review now.
Wish you the best. Stay strong x
I wish I could choose not to get implants again but I look completely flat without them :( I wouldn't mind it if I was skinny and very petite, but I have a wide chest.
Anyway, I've been noticing things improving. I don't feel as bad as before.. What bothers me the most is all the money (plus my job) that this has cost me.
I'm gonna post another review now.
Wish you the best. Stay strong x
August 30, 2017
It will take some time but then after you have suffered all of this you will end up looking good and feeling happy or very pleased so don't worry you will not end up disfigured. That is what I tell myself. Thanks for posting. You will be ok. Hang in there take courage, be strong. Put on a pretty dress and lipstick and don't let anyone see you cry keep smiling everything will be ok you are young and healthy.
October 25, 2017
I had sticky skin and 6 months it didn't resolve. I had a lift at that time and the surgeon was able to fix. I've seen many here go away. Look at slimjim8 review.
Don't worry, the surgery is very simple and you'll only feel pain for the first day, then it gets easier :) are you just explanting or are you also getting a lift? Wish you the best x