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Athletic 39 yo mother of 5 full tummy tuck, Implant removal, breast lift, fat graph to breasts

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Dr. Leber did my breast augmentation surgery July...

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Dr. Leber did my breast augmentation surgery July 2008. Through no fault of Dr Leber's I was dissatisfied from the beginning. I went from having no breasts (AT ALL) to 450cc over the muscle. I have always had big breasts, large breasts even, but then I got serious about my eating and exercise. I competed in a few figure shows (body building), and what I had left for breasts quickly vanished more and more with each competition. When I first went to Dr. Leber he had recommend 350 high profile over the muscle (over rather than under, because I lift heavy weights, so under wouldn't be ideal) with a possible breast lift and a TT because I do have a GREAT deal of mommy skin.(at this point I had 3 children) I didn't want to do the lift or the TT at the time because I was not 100% positive that my husband and I were done having children. (I did want them desperately!! but I thought it better to wait until I knew we were done in the kiddo department)
The day of the surgery one of my girlfriends convinced me that I NEEDED to bump to 450cc or I would be back and I would want them bigger. I seriously only wanted to have "some" boobs. I never wanted to have what I had in high school again. It is just to much baggage and wearing a double bra to go for a run, is not my cup of tea.
Immediately after the surgery, I was full of regret. One breast didn't want to drop into place, they were heavy, and I felt HUGE. They did settle into place and they look ok. (my husband LOVES them) BUT I still feel out of proportion and very unnatural. I hate the feel of them in my body. From time to time I have a burning sensation that is irritating. Since the birth of my last child (number 5) the rippling has been HORRIBLE. I can feel the bags and it seriously grosses me out. My only hesitation, the only reason why I have kept them all these years, is my husband. I have had no doubt that removal would mean a lift, which of course means BIG nasty scars. I am ok with that, I know they will go away and fade to almost nothing. He feels very turned off and disgusted by such imperfections. (he has a very weak stomach)
I know ultimately this is for me. I also know that he will come around. Men love a confident woman and this is exactly what my confidence needs. I want to be ME again. Even if that means small boobs. Dr Leber does an amazing job with his breast lift and TT work. I am happy knowing that even though they will be small, they will be cute and perky!
My surgery is set for 5/31 and I am so nervous. I am not sure that I have enough fat to make a fat transfer worth while, plus the horror stories I have read about lumps in the breast after a fat graft, scares me.
I really don't want to take these bags out, only to be left with lumps everywhere. :(

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April 15, 2016
Hi MarbleGirl! I had an explant and lift. I put off doing this for years because my husband loved my implants. I have written about his journey to 'coming around' in my review. Long story short - he struggled to begin with but is adjusting ;)
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April 16, 2016
I have a feeling it is going to be a very long time before my husband sees me without my shirt on. I am scared to death to see his reaction. Thank you so much for sharing your review. I look forward to seeing your updates. You really do look great.
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April 16, 2016
I felt the same and didn't show my husband until he asked to see which was after a week. I think he had an image in his head of me being totally flat with lots of scarring. So, he was pleasantly surprised. He does miss my implants but I'm happy to trade him having his 'fantasy' breasts to look at in the bedroom for my comfort and health... and so is he. I'm sure you will look amazing after your surgery. You are starting with a great canvas ;)
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June 4, 2016
OMG, I KNOW EXACTLY HOW YOU FEEL. I have always had a big chest I had just lost the cleavage look in a bra. I was supposed to be a DD-DDD at the most, I looked in the mirror the first day & thought what have I done! These huge size 38G (500cc) breast were prominently there. No way to hide them at all. I just wanted to say hi & I know how you felt. I haven't had mine corrected yet as its only been done since 10/2015. I've regretted it daily. I can't wait to see how you're revision does and I had never thought about fat transfer to my Breast before. Good luck
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June 4, 2016
Mine were 450cc cohesive gel, high profile, and over the muscle. I seriously felt like I was ALL hard gel pack donuts. I do not miss that AT ALL!! They are swollen but they are much softer and they are mine, I know I am going to lose some more volume and I am ok with that. I can already feel sensations in my nipples, I pleased with that. Best of luck!!
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June 4, 2016
I Know About The Sensation Being Lost In The NIPPKES, I've Only Gotten Left One Sensation Back. My implants are 500cc silicone under the muscle. Good luck and quick healing to you, I hope I can get mine resolved soon.
June 8, 2016
This is exactly what I want done. To remove my implants and get fat graph to my breast and a tummy tuck. Can I ask how much was your whole procedure ?
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June 8, 2016
$24,000ish A small car. :/
Dr Leber was actually the best price I found and he had the BEST before and afters. Win, win for me. :)
UPDATED FROM Phxathlete
6 days pre

I am so nervous!

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I meet yesterday with Dr Leber and his staff to do all the final paperwork for my surgery. The big day is fast approaching (1 week today!), I find myself scrabbling to get everything that I can done and handled taken care of while I am still able. I have a 2 yo, a 4 yo, a 10 yo, and a 14 yo still in the house. My DH will be doing his best to hold down the fort so that I am able to recover.
I have decided to go ahead with all as planned. Full tummy tuck, explant, lift (goodbye wrinkle sacks), and fat transfers to the breast. I am hoping that the fat will give me a little fullness on the top of my breasts. I am termed of have NO breasts after this. I am a very athletic person, and my body likes to attack breast fat first, then move on to my legs. (gerr!) I am praying that Dr Leber can work a small miracle and get me a full B cup. Perky B's would be awesome. :)
I am going to miss the gym terribly. I really hope that I bounce back quickly because it is very difficult for me to rely on people. Plus my dh is not the best at handling the sight of blood, drains, and stitches.
I will be posting pics of the rippling and a final tummy before shot soon.

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May 28, 2016
wish you all the best!!
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May 28, 2016
Thank you! I'm sweating bullets.
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Day of treatment

Today is the day. YIKES!!

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No food, no water. :( I typically drink close to a gallon a day, so I am dying of thirst! I still have 3 hours before surgery. I can't wait to get an iv wirh some fluids. It is very strange to nor poor lotion on after showing. (Or face creams) I am anxious for it to be done with. I slept pretty good last night. For that I am thankful. I know it will be the last good sleep I have for a good while. Time to say goodbye to the kids and head to the surgery center.
See you on the flatside. (Tummy and chest...lol)

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May 31, 2016
good luck!
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June 5, 2016
Thank you :)
September 12, 2016
How are you? look forward to seeing your results:)