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Turning 48...5'7", 130lbs. - Southport, CT

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I am one of those people who always puts everyone...

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I am one of those people who always puts everyone first. It's not a bad quality, especially if you are a mom... But after years of doing so, you kinda get used to coming last. You almost feel guilty for buying yourself something, or actually doing anything to benefit yourself. I don't want to sound like a martyr but there is a huge part of me that feels a bit guilty about deciding to do this for myself. I have my surgery scheduled for July 6, 2015. I am extremely excited yet nervous at the same time. I have not told my parents yet. Probably won't until it's over. I know. I know. I'm 48. It's just easier this way. My kids know. My don is 24 and my daughter is almost 21. They are supportive and happy for me. My fiancé is the best. He could care less if u shaved off my eyebrows. He loves me no matter what. I am doing this for ME. I have 34AA. I am the same size I was in the 6th grade. I did not breastfeed. But they are saggy anyway. I work three jobs and have paid my dues. Two more tuition payments and both kids will be out of college with no money borrowed. I am in decent shape. I power walk when I get 30 mins to myself. I waitress nights and am always in constant motion. I could use a few sit-ups tho but I'm not complaining. I eat well when I remember to eat. I am a smoker and will quit a month before surgery. I know I should do it now but I know me. The crazier I get about trying to quit, the more I will smoke. I am going with the textured teardrop sientra gummy bears. I'm not sure of the size yet. 260cc and 320cc looked good on the 3D imaging but the 370cc looked huge. If I was into 20's I'd go for the big ones but at 48 I don't want to look foolish. Is there anyone out there like me who can give me some advice?? I will be done with jobs one and two in June as I work in a school and babysit but job three is year round waitressing. I took two weeks off from that. Is that enough time? I have a high tolerance for pain. Had numerous surgeries including a hysterectomy and umbilical hernia surgery. Can't wait to hear from someone do I don't feel so alone. All my friends have big boobs with no surgery. They don't understand. I'll post before pics as soon as I can.

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Tito Vasquez

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Dr. Vasquez is a miracle worker. It's just been over 24 hours and I look and feel the way I've always dreamed. The surgery was quick and the only thing I feel are my muscles being sore. Not painful but like I've been doing 1000 push-ups. I've been sleeping good. Taking my pain and muscle relaxer pills along with my antibiotics. I've been resting and drinking lots of fluids. I go on Thursday for my post op and am looking forward to how they look. I've peeked twice and am so happy with the results. I am 5'7" 122 lbs. I went with the hp 320 gummies for a more natural look. I'll let you know how I'm doing and will post some pics too. This site has been a life saver!!

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April 30, 2015
I am 12 days post op today. I'm 42 and my daughter is 25 and my son is 21. Wanted it done for years!! I weight 137 and I'm 5'3. I went with 350 cc Sientra gummy bears, but If I had the choice to do it again I would probably go up to 450 cc (max no larger) I really allowed the Dr. decide and I think he did excellent. They are not to the point where it is very noticable unless you really know me, so that's a good thing. My goal was to be able to wear clothing the FIT right not be a [RS bleep] queen (not my style) They look great though. My dr. went in through the areola and under the muscle, when the surgical tape is finally removed I don't think there will be much of a scar. I was a 34A and have never been any larger so I am quite happy to currently have a 34D. Don't feel alone out there there are lots of us going through this journey together!! I will start following you and we can stay in contact. I'm apprehensive about posting pictures though but maybe one day I will get brave. Hope everything continues to go good. Good luck!! When is your procedure?
April 30, 2015
Hi!! So glad to hear from you! I'm scheduled for July 6th. I think I'm going with the 320's. I know everyone wishes they were bigger but I am so flat that I think this size would look most natural on me. How was your recovery? Quick? Any additional advice. I need to get back to waitressing asap since the money is great. But I don't want to hurt myself. I went back too early after my hernia surgery and am paying for it still.
April 30, 2015
Did you go with round or teardrop?
May 1, 2015
I am a police officer and I went back to work on day 8 of recovery. My doctor said I would be fine. I was a bit stiff to start with but it is gradually getting better. Recovery was not bad, the first couple days were a bit slow but it got better, I went to town on day 3 with my friend driving me. Just try not to pick up anything that could cause your implant to move from its position. I'm still working on watching what I pick up since prior to I was actually working out quite a bit with weights. If you could possibly wait at least two weeks to go back to work it would be better because you will get tired and your breasts will start aching and start swelling if you are walking alot. Make sure to get a good sports bra but not one that is too tight, give the girls room to breath. I found one at Walmart that works great for me. You wouldn't believe how much your breast move while you drive (bouncing with even the slightest bump). It is a "Danskin" brand with the clasp in back, it has cups built in and it works great for me compared to others I have tried. You use your chest muscles for EVERYTHING believe it or not so be careful with toting heavy trays for a while. Oh, and I went with round High Profile Textured, I thing textured works better because the pocket forms around it and it seems like it is secure.
May 2, 2015
I went with round and they are dropping a bit, i didn't want it to look like I had droopy boobs when they dropped. I wanted a little bit of roundness up top without a pushup bra.
April 30, 2015
BTW!!! I just saw this.... I live in a town called Southport as well(just a different state)!! What a coincidence. :)
April 30, 2015
Hi there. I had my surgery last week. I went with highly cohesive mentor size 350/ 395 to resolve some slight asymmetry that I had. I am 47 and sound similar to you in that I put everyone else first. I lost a bunch of weight recently and most of it was in my chest. So the first few days were very painful but meds helped. Today is 1 week. I am surprised by how weak and tired I am. I have a friend helping me with my kids thanks goodness. I have a lot of bruising but otherwise they look great already. Best of luck to you!
April 30, 2015
Thank you for posting! I'm confused between the mentor and the sientra. The round and the teardrop. The smooth and the textured.
May 1, 2015
Teardrop is created to mimic the natural shape of the breast sorta like a "Teardrop". I needed volume all over so I went with the round so I would have some top and side.
May 2, 2015
Thank you for getting back to me. I hope you are feeling better. Highly cohesive are what shape implants? I'm reconsidering getting round instead of teardrop. Are they gummys? How does your skin feel with the stretch of your skin?
May 1, 2015
You should never feel guilty about treating yourself. Go for it, because when you see your wonderful results you will feel so good. I had my breast nose and lipo done lol..over the course of 5 years and I'm loving it.
May 2, 2015
I have my pre op appt in June and I will check out the round ones too again. I'm just afraid of the tear drops moving. I am constantly in motion. I don't want to screw something up that I've been waiting forever for. Mentor is a different brand, no?
UPDATED FROM 389bpt
2 months pre

This is me at 1 1/2 months pre

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I never thought I'd post my naked self but I have to hear what you ladies think. I'm obsessing over not going too big. I will post the 3D versions of 260 and 320. I don't think there is much of a difference. I'm reading how everyone says they wish they went bigger so I'm leaning towards the 320. I wear the bombshell bras anyway so I look like I have something. So maybe it won't be so noticeable.??

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May 18, 2015
Hi, it's hard to keep up with people on here, kinda hard to find the post without scrolling through everything. I think you will be happy with the 320 and not any smaller. I can wear my regular clothes and no one seems to notice that I have had anything done. Yesterday was one month for my post op. I couldn't be happier with the results. Since it is submuscle, I am having to watch what I try to pick up out pull for a little while longer. But I am soooo glad my Dr. went through the nipple since he only cut the lower half and you can't see the scar unless you look for it. I still have a bit of soreness in my right one but I'm hoping it will subside soon because I really want to get back to working out. Hope all is well with you :)
July 5, 2015
Thank you for your advice. It is hard to navigate this site! I thought I had responded to you over a month ago but I guess i did not. Hope all is well with you! I go tomorrow....
May 18, 2015
Hello I'm trying toget appointment For my surgery but my doc is concerned because I had Stroke in 04 soI'm on hold you're so lucky good luck to you I had implants for 23 years before I had to remove In 06 i am 57 and i want my breast back
July 5, 2015
Have you been able to get another opinion yet? I have not been on this site for a couple of months and thought I had responded to you but I guess it did not post. Hope all is well.
May 19, 2015
I am very similar to you, but even less breast tissue. I have decided on Sientra 310cc anatomicals, teardrop shape. I chose it over the 350s because they just looked massive to me. I am the opposite of most people, and I'm pretty conservative, so I'm going with the smaller size. What really helped me was looking at the personal view on the Vectra and I saw that the 310s will be plenty for me. My surgery is scheduled for June 19.
July 5, 2015
Wondering how you made out from your surgery? Hope all is well.
July 6, 2015
Everything is great! The first two days were rough off and on, but for the most part, my recovery has been very easy. The stretches my doctor had me do every hour the first week really kept my chest loose so I didn't feel hardly any pain past day 2. Now I feel pretty normal with only tinges of pain (which I assume are my nerves healing) every rare once in a while. I'm super happy with everything. Good luck to you tomorrow!
July 6, 2015
Thank you so much! I'll let you know how it goes!!
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1 day pre

Final countdown!!

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My surgery will take place tomorrow morning at 7:30 am. I'm so excited and yet so nervous! I'm going with sientra 320 textured teardrop under the muscle. I am 5'7" and about 120-125 lbs. I just got back from vacation and am tan. Do not know if this is a bad thing? I had a couple glasses of wine and am still smoking. I know it's bad but I've been so nervous to try to quit that I've continued to smoke. I know. Bad. I was wondering if anyone had any last minute advice? I have my meds and bio oil. I got two bags of frozen peas. I have not purchased any bras or other items. I'm more of a figure it as I go kinda person. I can't make myself too crazy being over prepared. I just want it to be 24 hours from now and I can be on the other side of this and just focus on getting better. Any one who can help in anyway would be much appreciated. XO

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July 6, 2015
Have everything set up on your nightstand before you leave for surgery - meds, water with straws, snacks, remote, etc. I needed a heating pad for my back the first two days as well. Also, lots of pillows to stay propped up.
July 6, 2015
Thank you. I will do. I don't think I'm going to be able to sleep tonight.
July 6, 2015
Good luck with your operation - I hope everything goes well for you. I also started this journey feeling guilty about spending money on me - but I'm now booked for surgery this October and super excited! Can't wait to see how you get on and wishing you a speedy recovery! xx
July 7, 2015
I'm one day out. Not too much pain. Just sore. Feeling like I did 1000 push-ups. I feels so much better today. I hear a gurgle in my right Breast. But other than that I'm fine. I slept. Great last night and on and off today. My fiancé is awesome. He even too a shower with me to wag my hair. Um 5'7" 122 lbs. I got 330 hp silicone gummies. I hardly swollen. I go to the ps on Thursday so when I get to see them I'll post a picture. I'll keep u updated
July 6, 2015
I had Sientra 325 round textured under muscle and no regrets, I'm a mom and same as you always put my child before and or priorities, this is something that has its moments but overall has made my self esteem better. Knowing my body completely changed de to having a baby
July 7, 2015
I feel great. The guilt has gone out with my old boobs
! No more everyone else comes first. Now it's our time. ❤️
July 8, 2015
good luck. stop smoking. arnica tabs. take it as easy as possible. enjoy them :)
August 4, 2015
I hope you are going to post your pictures after the surgery ,happy recovery :)