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25 Year Old 32B Petite Asian BA 325/350cc Mentor Silicone - Shreveport, LA

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I am a 25 year old petite and thin Asian female. ...

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nymphet
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I am a 25 year old petite and thin Asian female. I am 5'4" and weighed 95 pounds at my consult on Tuesday. I have always been happy with everything on my body except my breasts; I can work out to make my butt look better but there is nothing I can do about my breast size so I have always felt a bit inadequate in that area.
I told the PS that I am not looking to get huge breasts, just a "bigger" natural. I did not want to spend 5k and get breasts that were not much bigger but I also did not want breasts that screamed that they were fake.
Based on my measurements and thin profile, my PS suggested 325 and 350cc Mentor silicone under the muscle through a crease incision. We did the 3d computer program and she generated a photo of what my breasts should look like with that size. If my breasts end up looking like that, I would be incredibly happy! ...but I am not sure how accurate this program is.
I told my PS that I did not want the push up bra effect or to be able to see the outlines of the implant at all. Based on her responses, it seemed like she thought I would have an "implanty" effect since I am so thin. That really scares me because I do not want to go too big!! At first I thought the 325/350cc was too big but I have been researching a LOT online and read that many women wish that they had gone bigger after their implants had d&f so now I am not sure...
Since I am Asian, I am also very afraid of bad scarring.
I held a 325cc implant at the PS office and the implant looked so big and felt so heavy in my hand; I could not imagine TWO of those being inside me! My skin feels so tight and does not seem like they would take stretching to that size very well so I am also afraid of stretch marks.

I am planning to have my BA done next Friday but I really want to have one more consultation with the PS before going under the knife. I know she will speak with me before the procedure but I just want to sit down with her for about 20 more minutes and make sure she knows what I want and what my major concerns are. It would make me feel much more comfortable.

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August 17, 2014
What an excellent idea to meet with your doctor one more time prior to surgery. It's important that you feel comfortable with your surgeon and her approach on your procedure. Feel free to drop in on a forum of women that are also preparing for or are recovering from their August 2014 BAs. They're amazing group of women who are happy to give you additional feedback. Keep us posted!
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August 18, 2014
Thank you! I have posted in that thread as well. With my surgery date fast approaching, I need all the support I can get. I am so nervous!
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August 18, 2014
Oh good, glad to hear this! I'm glad you've connected with these women!
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August 17, 2014
Wow that was quick scheduling! PS around here want cash upfront if less than 2 weeks and want 2 weeks pre-op apt for blood work etc.. I'm looking at the same sizes as you (325-350cc Mentor Silicone), and I'm 1/2 Asian. I'm 5'3 and 102lbs ... haha but almost twice your age! I was told that with 350 cc I would be a full C to small VS D (not sure I want to be a D cup; actually pretty sure I don't!) I'm currently a full A/small B. Your bra pic is sexy and elegant! I'm not sure if it's the angel of the camera or position of your body but you seem to be starting off a bit smaller than me (you're also thinner and taller; which may let you pull off a D cup better). I would definitely have another meeting with your PS and try on sizers in 325-350 with several of your favorite tops ... perhaps even a bikini top. Please keep posting as I will eagerly await your updates!
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August 18, 2014
Hi! Thank you so much for your kind words! I was surprised that she was going to let me get the surgery so soon as well but I've never had any previous surgeries, am not on any medication currently and have never smoked so maybe that's why? I will post updates after my second consult with her this coming Tuesday. At first I was scared that the sizes she recommended were too big but I always read that women wish they had gotten bigger! Hopefully this second consult will clear up everything :) I was nervous the first time around and forgot to ask about certain things.
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August 18, 2014
It only takes about 3 days to get results back from the CBC so that's probably why you're able to get in so quickly. Looks like we both have pre-ops on Tuesday! Yes I'm always reading how everyone wishes they went bigger .. I'm more worried about going too big. We're petite women and it's not natural for us to be D's. Originally I was hoping for a full B to small C. Now I'm thinking just a plain ole C; I'll find out tomorrow if 325cc will get me there since PS#2 said 350 would make me a full C to small D.
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August 18, 2014
I think the cup size isn't an accurate way of choosing an implant. I have 260cc and I measure a D cup at Victoria Secret. I really think you should go with what implant fits your BWD and how they look in your clothes and bikinis. Hope this advice helps with your final decision. Good luck!
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August 18, 2014
I completely agree ... or at least I did .. until I looked up the mentor website for a BWD! I'm a 14/14 so that puts me in a whopping 385cc!!! That's for the moderate classic. For Mod+ it would be 475cc!!! ummmm NO!!! One PS told me that 350cc would put me at a full C to small D; that's the absolute largest I would go! I'm going to have her measure me again tomorrow. What you say makes perfect sense ... go with BWD so that it'll fill my bust line without encroaching into my armpits. Thanks for the luck!!! Apparently I need it!!! lol
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August 24, 2014
Hi, I'm Asian too but older! I'm 5'4" and 118 lbs. I'm going on my 3rd consult. The second PS made me try on 320cc which I thought I just right. I'm really nervous about getting it done!
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August 24, 2014
I bet that would look good on you! I was super nervous too but honestly the surgery was the easiest part. Recovery hasn't been that bad; the pain is more of a discomfort and you feel like you just did a thousand push ups. Good luck!
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August 24, 2014
Thank you so much, appreciate it!
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August 18, 2014
I am also Asian and worried about scarring. I am now 8 months post op and my scars have healed nicely. They were placed perfectly in my crease and are well-hidden so I am not that bothered that they haven't completely lightened. I went with the smallest implant that fit my breast width and went with the lowest profile to get the most natural look. Good luck with your surgery!
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August 18, 2014
Thank you!! I hope that my scars will be well healed and hidden too! Did you have any stretch marks? Are you using any type of scar treatment?
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August 18, 2014
Fortunately I had no stretch marks but that could be because I breast fed so my breast tissue had already stretched out. I used Scar Away strips during the day and rubbed Bio Oil and Shea butter at night. Now I am just using the Bio Oil.
UPDATED FROM nymphet
2 days pre

Had my last consult today.

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So my surgery is this Friday and I wanted to meet with my PS one more time to feel more comfortable.

I went over the 325 and 350cc sizes again because over the past few days I've been thinking they were going to be too big, then sometimes I go the opposite and think they might be too small!
I tried on some sizers and I was pretty happy with how they looked. My breasts looked pretty natural in baggy clothing and I could very easily play them up or down which is exactly what I wanted. I don't know why I didn't try on sizers on my first consult. I guess because we did the computer imaging instead.
This meeting today totally gave me faith and confidence in my PS because it was like she knew the perfect size for me when I first met her. I was skeptical at first but after seeing the computer generated photos and trying on the sizers, I feel reassured that I am going with a good size.
The PS said that I shouldn't be going so big that I'll be at risk for stretch marks or losing all of my nipple sensation. I also expressed my concern of having a wide breast gap and she said that shouldn't be a problem with the moderate plus implant and my BWD.

Afterwards I got my blood work done and got my meds. The only med I wasn't able to pick up was Celebrex because my insurance doesn't pay for it. The office said that it's like a really strong anti inflammatory and I shouldn't have to take it if I have extra strength Tylenol. Thoughts on this? Does anyone think that I really need to get it?
I've also bought some Vitamin C and have been rubbing cocoa butter on my breasts because I'm scared of getting stretch marks.
I asked the PS about Asians and scarring and she said she hasn't had an Asian patient with really bad scarring before. Does anyone have any suggestions for a really good scar treatment for afterwards?

I joined the justbreastimplants forum a while back but have not been upgraded to Member status yet so I couldn't view photos. I made a BA account on Instagram and it has been amazing so far. The community is super sweet and helpful and now I don't feel alone going into my BA. I have been posting a lot of pre op photos as well as some videos from my PS office.
If you have an Instagram, please leave your screen name for me and I will find you and follow you. I have mine on private and specifically said NO MEN on the description but yet I still get requests for male accounts. Seriously, guys....

Surgery is Friday!! I go from happy and excited to nervous and scared several times a day. I'm hoping recovery isn't too bad! Eeeek.

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UPDATED FROM nymphet
Day of treatment

My BA was today!

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So I got to the PS office at 0830 , waited for about 30 minutes and then finished my pre op and answered some questions about my medical history. Then I was taken into a pre op room where I changed into a gown, got SCD sleeves and the nurse started my IV. Soon after, the PS came in and marked me up. After that, I was out in less than 5 minutes and I woke up in recovery!!

I remember waking up in recovery and not feeling pain. The nurses had told me that my chest would feel really heavy and it didn't feel bad at all. She also gave me an IM injection of Demerol and Phenergan. Aside from that, I don't remember much more. I don't remember getting out of bed and dressed or being wheeled out or being in the car ride home.
When I got home I apparently took some post op photos, posted them on Instagram and texted them to a friend. Then I fell asleep for about three hours and when I woke up, I looked at my phone and DID NOT remember taking those pictures or making those posts! I felt like another person did those but luckily I did not do or say anything stupid.

I was told to do some basic stretching exercises today. I have a bandage around my breasts now and cannot take it off or shower until Sunday. I tried peeking at the top of my breasts and there looks to be a big gap between them which is what I really, really didn't want but I know it's too early and the breasts need much more time to d&f.

Recovery has been pretty smooth so far. Everyone was right in telling me that my chest will just feel like I just worked out very intensely - like very sore muscles. I have been keeping up with pain meds and if I had to rate my pain from a scale of 1 to 10, I would say it's at a 2 right now. It's more of a discomfort. I really hope it stays that way!
I have been up walking around and just ate a nice dinner. No signs of nausea right now either.

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August 23, 2014
hi! i'm asian too and BA is scheduled for 5/9. really excited, nervous and cannot fathom the change that is yet to come. like you, i'm also worried about bad scarring and stretch marks and the sizes!!! i'm contemplating between 300, 325 or 350cc. i dont want to look big and unnatural as well. really stressed by this! how are the incisions?!
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August 24, 2014
Hi! There is not much difference between those sizes (have you seen what 25cc really is?) so I would suggest going with 350 if your PS okays it! What are your proportions? I haven't gotten to look at my incisions yet because my bandage doesn't come off until tomorrow but I will let you know as soon as I see. I stressed the concern about scarring as an Asian to my PS and she said she hasn't had a patient with bad scarring before so here's hoping!
August 24, 2014
I'm currently 32A bra size. Stand at 5'7" and weight about 55kg. Never married, no kids. Hoping to be a small C. i dont want a drastic change as i'm very active outdoor so I dont want this BA change to be in the way. Pls do update on the incision soon! good luck with the recovery and fingers cross that NO stretch marks and CC for us all!!