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Excited to Go Back Au Naturale - St.Petersburg, Fl

UPDATED FROM Sandandpalms
10 months post

10 months update

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WORTH IT$6,100
Since I last updated I have moved and been so busy I haven't taken the time to update my pics. I really haven't changed that much since the last update, about 5 pounds of holiday overeating that I am going to start walking off today!!! I am still so happy about my decision. My daughter and I even crack jokes about our tiny breast and I wouldn't have it any other way. I will keep this short and just say that I am blessed and life is good!

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Diana L. Elias, MD (retired)

Diana L. Elias, MD (retired)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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February 5, 2014
You Look beautiful!!!! And you scars from the lift are almost unnoticeable!!! Thank you so much for coming back and updating the boards!
February 5, 2014
I was so excited to see your update! I just finished filing the taxes that will allow me to call and schedule a consultion with Dr elias to explant this spring. You look amazing and now I'm even more excited!
February 5, 2014
You will be so happy with Dr. Elias and her staff. I can't think of a better thing to spend your refund on than getting yourself free of implants. I pray everything goes well and keep us updated.
February 6, 2014
I was kinda waiting until I was closer to post my story and pics. Yours has given us great hope:) I actually cried last night because of excitement. I was so worried something else would get in the way and it's so close now! Do you have any tips or advice going into this?
February 6, 2014
I can only tell you what I did, you know everyone is different but I took a vitamin C and a collagen supplement and used the scar cream that Dr. Elias recommended. I am so pleased with my scars. Especially the vertical scar. Biggest thing like everyone on here says, take it easy and take care of yourself while you are healing.
February 6, 2014
Your scars look amazing! I'll definitely be taking it easy!
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February 5, 2014
Your PS did an amazing job, you go girl! You give us implanted girls hope. Thanks for sharing.
February 6, 2014
I can't say enough good things about Dr. Elias and her staff. They made me so comfortable and have kept with my progress.
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February 6, 2014
I'm so happy for you...what an excellent result. It feels good to be free, doesn't it! I didn't have a lift though, so mine aren't as perky as yours. But I just didn't wanna go thru any more surgeries, yikes! Take care, thanks for the update.
February 6, 2014
Yes, it does feel great to be free!! Glad we are on this side of surgery!
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February 6, 2014
Wow there perfect! You can't even see any scars! Amazing perfect boobies!
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February 9, 2014
I agree!! AWESOME result!!
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24 days post

It's been 24 days and I could not be happier. One...

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It's been 24 days and I could not be happier. One thing I notice is my breast actually feel warm. They use to be so cold. I am so thankful I was able to do this and again wish I had done it a long time ago. I have been going braless around the house a few times and it feels GRRRREAT!!!! I am weighing about four pounds less but I am sure when I start working out again I will gain back some muscle weight. I go back to my doctor this coming Thursday and she will probably recommend some scar gel. All in all, I am very happy and feel so much sexier and I am sure my husband is loving my new look and my new attitude toward my body.

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April 29, 2013
Honestly I'm so envious! You look amazing:)
April 29, 2013
Thank you, mdeluca.
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April 29, 2013
Your surgeon did a fabulous job! Congratulations!!! Looking better every time you post! :-)
April 29, 2013
She did do a fabulous job and I am so glad I researched to find the right doctor. That is so important!!! I wish I would have chose her five years ago instead of the one I did.
April 29, 2013
Also I want to agree with you about the trend. This is a wonderful forum and it really helped me make my decision. I, like so many others, was scared of what the results would be but the body is an amazing thing in the way it heals. I hope your therapy will solve your scar issue and you can get on with enjoying your new freedom.
April 29, 2013
You look great!! Your scars are healing so nicely and smoothly.
April 29, 2013
I think I remember your day is coming up soon. I hope it will be the answer to getting healthy again. I had been taken vitamin D and a few other supplements that I think have helped my healing. Look forward to your progress.
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April 29, 2013
wow! You look seriously amazing!
April 29, 2013
IttyBitties I thank you for that compliment. I hate you are having the problems with fluid. I hope it will quit and you can get on with a healthy life. I am very active too and can't wait to get back to a normal life. You look really good. Hang in there, better days are ahead.
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April 29, 2013
Fabulous...you look younger!! You must be thrilled.... Xx
April 29, 2013
Thanks Dancelighter. I feel younger. So happy with this decision!!!!
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12 days post

I just got back from getting the bandages off and...

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I just got back from getting the bandages off and stitches out. I actually wore a shirt tucked in. Haven't done that in a lot of years. I always look like I had two torpedoes in front of me. I am so very pleased. Next visit is in two weeks then I can get back into exercising. I feel like I am 18. Now if the bottom half just was that perky!!!LOL Gravity!! Gave the Dr. and staff a hug...their the best!!

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April 17, 2013
Love it...you look absolutely beautiful!!
April 17, 2013
You look fantastic!!!! Congratulations
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April 17, 2013
You absolutely look wonderful!
April 19, 2013
Looking Great!! SandandPalms...Congradulations and nice job your doc did on those scars, they look so good so soon....happy healing !
April 20, 2013
toomakeup, thanks, I am so happy. I am shocked at how well the scars look. I don't know if they will go through a bad stage but right now am pleased. I enjoy reading all your great info. I take reserveage collagen booster. I don't know if it has anything to do with the healing but I know the Doc did a great job.