POSTED UNDER Breast Implant Removal Reviews
55 Years Old, No Kids, Removal of 19 Year Old Implants, Australia
UPDATED FROM Dianemb
3 months post
Cost update
DianembJanuary 12, 2016
WORTH IT$2,000
I just got my private health fund rebate so I thought I'd share the details of what this procedure cost me (in Australia).
Plastic surgeon - $1,822.50
Anaesthetist - $1,250
Lab work (precautionary biopsy) - $432.45
(add in any hospital excess if applicable - mine was $125)
2 compression bras - $135
Siltape (to help improve scars) - $47
TOTAL $3,811.95
Less:
Medicare rebate for PS, anaesthetist and lab $841.55
Private health fund rebate $990.85
TOTAL cost of procedure: $1,979.55
Plastic surgeon - $1,822.50
Anaesthetist - $1,250
Lab work (precautionary biopsy) - $432.45
(add in any hospital excess if applicable - mine was $125)
2 compression bras - $135
Siltape (to help improve scars) - $47
TOTAL $3,811.95
Less:
Medicare rebate for PS, anaesthetist and lab $841.55
Private health fund rebate $990.85
TOTAL cost of procedure: $1,979.55
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UPDATED FROM Dianemb
22 days post
Scar tissue and dresses
DianembOctober 28, 2015
My partner changed my dressings last night. While the scars are healing, they seem somewhat raised, one more than the other, so I'm hoping this doesn't mean the end result will be a line of raised scar tissue under each breast. I guess no one will know except me and my partner if it turns out that way but of course I'd prefer the great result I had with the BA scars (which were basically non-existent).
I've tried on 2 dresses that my mother made for me a few years ago and they now don't fit - I have all this gaping fabric at the back (they both have long back zips) because I no longer have bigger boobs to pull the fabric forward. Mum is now in her 80s so probably wouldn't be bothered with basically re-making them. One of the (few) downsides of explanting is having to replace parts of your wardrobe (I hate clothes shopping).
Two weeks today until I see the PS for second follow up appointment and hopefully say bye-bye to compression bras.
I've tried on 2 dresses that my mother made for me a few years ago and they now don't fit - I have all this gaping fabric at the back (they both have long back zips) because I no longer have bigger boobs to pull the fabric forward. Mum is now in her 80s so probably wouldn't be bothered with basically re-making them. One of the (few) downsides of explanting is having to replace parts of your wardrobe (I hate clothes shopping).
Two weeks today until I see the PS for second follow up appointment and hopefully say bye-bye to compression bras.
Replies (2)
October 29, 2015
Your breasts look amazing! You are lucky that your scars tuck nicely below your fold. Since my breasts are so small I don't even have a fold so my scars are in plain sight. So happy to have them out though as I'm sure you are too!! Happy healing :-)
October 29, 2015
Thank you. Just looked at your review, you look fabulous, much more in proportion. I'm constantly amazed at how well our bodies bounce back.
October 29, 2015
Maybe a seamstress would be able to take the seams in for you. How blessed you are to have a great outcome. I hope 2016 is the year i can explant.
Gram1
Gram1
UPDATED FROM Dianemb
15 days post
Just over 2 weeks
DianembOctober 21, 2015
Hi All
Had to change the dressing yesterday (weekly), think I stressed about it more than my partner, who did it for me. This stuff is really sticky (Fixomull) and I didn't want the dressing misplaced and then have to take if off and start again - but he got it right first time, much to my relief.
He took pics while I had the dressings off - he zoomed in a bit much! And the pics of the scars are a bit blurred but you'll get the idea. The fluffing is happening and the scars are healing really well. I'm thrilled with the results. Still wearing the dreaded compression bra 24/7. Next appointment with PS is 12 November and I'm hoping she will tell me I no longer need the compression bra and then I can go bra shopping.
I'm pretty much back to all normal activities now. I need to start an exercise programme but will leave that until I see the PS and get her ok.
Had to change the dressing yesterday (weekly), think I stressed about it more than my partner, who did it for me. This stuff is really sticky (Fixomull) and I didn't want the dressing misplaced and then have to take if off and start again - but he got it right first time, much to my relief.
He took pics while I had the dressings off - he zoomed in a bit much! And the pics of the scars are a bit blurred but you'll get the idea. The fluffing is happening and the scars are healing really well. I'm thrilled with the results. Still wearing the dreaded compression bra 24/7. Next appointment with PS is 12 November and I'm hoping she will tell me I no longer need the compression bra and then I can go bra shopping.
I'm pretty much back to all normal activities now. I need to start an exercise programme but will leave that until I see the PS and get her ok.
Replies (5)
October 22, 2015
Wow you look lovely.
October 23, 2015
They look beautiful. Very nice shape, nice and perky. Amazing how well your body has healed and the skin retraced
October 25, 2015
Yes I'm really surprised after almost 20 years of implants and being age 55 just how good the result is. Luckily the implants were very large to begin with, I'm sure that had some bearing on the outcome.
October 24, 2015
You must be beside yourself. You have one of the best results i have ever seen.
CONGRATULATIONS, I am so happy for you. It must feel so great to have this all behind you!
Gram1
CONGRATULATIONS, I am so happy for you. It must feel so great to have this all behind you!
Gram1
October 25, 2015
Thanks Gram, yes I am completely satisfied with the results, better than I ever dared to hope for.
October 24, 2015
just to add to what everybody has said, you look terrific..You have my wish boobs lol..You look about a C I think, certainly not a D..Lucky duck..Anywho glad it's almost all over for you and it wasn't the drama you imagined..Its terrible how we get ourselves worked up for nothing..I wish you well and look forward to the updates, don't forget to do the 6 month one..Usually that's the end result..
October 25, 2015
Yes will continue to post a few more updates. Bra shopping will be interesting - I'll post about the final size - I plan on getting professional fitted once I get the okay from the PS that I no longer need to wear this straitjacket (compression bra).
October 25, 2015
Wish boobs that's a good one Amelia60 yes I think my wish boobs too. I'm happy with my size but all those little imperfections in my skin is not so nice, my skin does not look flawless yours does. But then I love the sun and one makes sacrifices.
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