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35 Year Old Implants Being Removed with Lift. Hoping for All to Go Well. - Thousand Oaks, CA
UPDATED FROM Cocomom
3 months post
scar strips, right breast still has scars from previous surgeries
CocomomNovember 17, 2014
WORTH IT$6,300
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UPDATED FROM Cocomom
3 months post
3 1/2 months post implant removal
CocomomNovember 17, 2014
Hi Ladies!
I just wanted to give you an update on whats going on with my progress. Well first of all I'm still Sooo!! happy that I had my implants removed!! I don"t regret it for a minute!! As I said before, only that I didn't do it sooner!! I wrote in my last update that my breast crease was raised after being lowered by original implant surgery, well I think that was wish full thinking. Now that things are starting to settle in, that it's not the case, my left breast especially still has a tendency to fall out the bottom of my bra. Oh well, I just need to get over that! My Dr's did a wonderful job considering what they had to work with LOL. They said that after a year maybe I might want to consider trying to make an adjustment on the right side which still has a few scaring issues because of my previous implant surgeries and the growth (silicone leakage???) that had to be removed on the side of my breast. I really don know if I'm even going to deal with it. I'm so happy with how I look in clothes and so who really cares at 61 what I look like without clothes on except my Husband, who thinks I look fabulous haha! I do wear the silicone strips all day and then at night take them off, and apply sweet almond oil on my boobs to give them a little moisture. Im being patient about the scaring, my Dr. says the scars look good for this point in the recovery time. I am posting a few pictures so you can see where I'm at this time. I know my boobs are not perfect, but I love them!! I took a picture of me in a style of bra that I haven't! I been able to wear for 35 years!! I am so thankful for all of you who gave me support and encouragement through this time. You are all such amazing women and I see everyday that there are more and more women crossing to the other side. This website is truly an amazing testament to the bravery and resilience of all the women out there that have gone through this experience!
Blessings to you all!!
I just wanted to give you an update on whats going on with my progress. Well first of all I'm still Sooo!! happy that I had my implants removed!! I don"t regret it for a minute!! As I said before, only that I didn't do it sooner!! I wrote in my last update that my breast crease was raised after being lowered by original implant surgery, well I think that was wish full thinking. Now that things are starting to settle in, that it's not the case, my left breast especially still has a tendency to fall out the bottom of my bra. Oh well, I just need to get over that! My Dr's did a wonderful job considering what they had to work with LOL. They said that after a year maybe I might want to consider trying to make an adjustment on the right side which still has a few scaring issues because of my previous implant surgeries and the growth (silicone leakage???) that had to be removed on the side of my breast. I really don know if I'm even going to deal with it. I'm so happy with how I look in clothes and so who really cares at 61 what I look like without clothes on except my Husband, who thinks I look fabulous haha! I do wear the silicone strips all day and then at night take them off, and apply sweet almond oil on my boobs to give them a little moisture. Im being patient about the scaring, my Dr. says the scars look good for this point in the recovery time. I am posting a few pictures so you can see where I'm at this time. I know my boobs are not perfect, but I love them!! I took a picture of me in a style of bra that I haven't! I been able to wear for 35 years!! I am so thankful for all of you who gave me support and encouragement through this time. You are all such amazing women and I see everyday that there are more and more women crossing to the other side. This website is truly an amazing testament to the bravery and resilience of all the women out there that have gone through this experience!
Blessings to you all!!
Replies (3)
November 17, 2014
I still can't believe that you're over 60 - you look SUPER HOT and you rock that bod!
November 17, 2014
Happy and Holistic, LOL!! thanks for your sweet comments! It must be my new teen boobs making me look good!
May 22, 2015
I applaud your bravery, you look absolutely fabulous and NATURAL, and it is because of stories and pictures from women like you that I now have my own explant surgery on the books. Thank you so much for sharing. I am 60 years old and cannot wait to get rid of them and go back to my smaller breasts -- my original design! A year ago I weighed almost 30 lbs more and had to lose weight. I felt like a matronly big boobed beast. Every time I see a woman my age with small breasts who never 'caved' to the social pressure of getting implants, I admire them for their self acceptance, & wisdom.
Please keep updating. Yours is an EXCELLENT result.
May 23, 2015
Thank you mlaural! I had a minor procedure done in Feb to correct the scaring from a lumpectomy and previous Breast augmentation surgery. I will post pictures soon. I've been so busy lately and haven't been on the site as much as before and right after my surgery. It's funny I was so obsessed before my surgery to remove my implants that I was on the site every day. Now that it's going on a year the beginning of Aug, I just don't think about it as much, being implant free is the new normal. Please let me know how your surgery goes and if I can answer any questions for you just let me know. Blessings and Happy healing!!
June 2, 2015
Hi mlaural
So glad for you that you've made the decision to go back to the real you!! I feel that smal breasts are so much more attractive than big old cow breasts that look so matronly! do you have a date? Please contact me if you have any questions. I had a small revision in Feb for some scarring on my right Breast from a previous surgery many years ago. I will post the pictures to update. Let me know if you have any questions. Blessings!!
June 3, 2015
I am getting excited and looking forward!! You hit the nail square on -- matronly , "cow" -- I am laughing. Yes, I have a date 7/19.
Thanks for the support. By now you are not so sore anymore.
Will keep in touch.
June 1, 2015
Thanks for sharing your story. I am so ready to get rid of these heavy bags too ! Can I ask how you're feeling now and how the scarring is ? I'm nervous about the lift but I don't see any other option.
June 2, 2015
I was soooo nervous about the lift. As I wrote previously I felt like I was pushing the envelope by adding in the lift, but I'm so thankful I did. It's been 10 months and the scars are almost non existant. I did go back in in Feb to get a revision for the previous scars on my right Breast. I'm happy I did it because there was a small area that kind of dropped down below my bra line. I'm very happy with the small revision, but I am again using the silicon strips to aid in the healing process. I'm feeling GREAT!! Most of the time I forget about it because I feel so light and natural, especially in clothes :) One of the best decisions I've ever made!! I will post pictures this week to update, I've been meaning to do it, but time just gets away from me!!
UPDATED FROM Cocomom
12 days post
Drains out and feeling Great!!
CocomomAugust 16, 2014
Hi Ladies,
Well it was a great week! I got my drains out on Monday. Went to a party that night(several people asked if I had lost weight!!) and back to work on Tue! For those of you worried about having the drains removed, It didn't hurt a bit!! felt a little weird because I could feel the tubing being pulled through the breast but NO pain. I have been all week, lots of energy and minor discomfort, the hardest thing is just not going back to my regular activities. Im not supposed to lift my arms over my head and its uncomfortable to bend down and reach out like to scrub a floor or bath tub. Feeling like my house is a big mess haha! I love the feeling of lightness especially on a hot summer day! so wonderful not to have those big sweaty bags hanging off me, sorry to be so gross, but its true!! I"m really looking forward to going out and buying some new bras, I tried a few of my old ones on and just laughed, needless to say they all went into the trash! I have to wear a surgical bra or sports bra for 6 weeks. I also don't get my stitches out for 6 weeks, that was a little surprising to me :( but I am allowed to sleep on my stomach Yay!! I've posted a few pictures for you to see. I know they are not perfect, but Im thrilled. The Drs. and I had a couple of conversations before the surgery, because of the two previous surgeries there were certain things they were going to try their best to fix. One of my big issues was the repair of the symmastia They were able to make it better, but it can't be totally repaired. My other big issue was the the breast crease that had been lowered. Although they said there wasn't much that could be done about that, I think its defiantly higher and Im so happy. Im so glad this is all behind my, I was sooo stressed out for so long trying to make this decision, and at this point its one of the best things Ive ever done. Prayers and happy healing to all you who are thinking of removal, or have had it done. Let me know if you have any questions. and I'll keep you posted XOXOXO
Well it was a great week! I got my drains out on Monday. Went to a party that night(several people asked if I had lost weight!!) and back to work on Tue! For those of you worried about having the drains removed, It didn't hurt a bit!! felt a little weird because I could feel the tubing being pulled through the breast but NO pain. I have been all week, lots of energy and minor discomfort, the hardest thing is just not going back to my regular activities. Im not supposed to lift my arms over my head and its uncomfortable to bend down and reach out like to scrub a floor or bath tub. Feeling like my house is a big mess haha! I love the feeling of lightness especially on a hot summer day! so wonderful not to have those big sweaty bags hanging off me, sorry to be so gross, but its true!! I"m really looking forward to going out and buying some new bras, I tried a few of my old ones on and just laughed, needless to say they all went into the trash! I have to wear a surgical bra or sports bra for 6 weeks. I also don't get my stitches out for 6 weeks, that was a little surprising to me :( but I am allowed to sleep on my stomach Yay!! I've posted a few pictures for you to see. I know they are not perfect, but Im thrilled. The Drs. and I had a couple of conversations before the surgery, because of the two previous surgeries there were certain things they were going to try their best to fix. One of my big issues was the repair of the symmastia They were able to make it better, but it can't be totally repaired. My other big issue was the the breast crease that had been lowered. Although they said there wasn't much that could be done about that, I think its defiantly higher and Im so happy. Im so glad this is all behind my, I was sooo stressed out for so long trying to make this decision, and at this point its one of the best things Ive ever done. Prayers and happy healing to all you who are thinking of removal, or have had it done. Let me know if you have any questions. and I'll keep you posted XOXOXO
Replies (4)
August 16, 2014
You look so much slimmer - you look great! Thank you for sharing your pixs and I'm so happy that you are now on this road to health!
August 17, 2014
You look fantastic! So happy for you :)
August 18, 2014
Keepingabreast , thank you for your kind words! I hope you're healing well also!
August 17, 2014
You're looking great, and healing beautifully. Good for you that you have gone back to work. And I'm glad your crease is higher as you wanted it to be higher.
I wonder why I didn't have any drains??? hmmm... I'll have to ask at my doc's office about this.
Thank you for the update, Cocomom. :D
August 18, 2014
Thank you Ilovebreasts!! It seems there are so many different opinions out there regarding drains. I think it really depends on the Dr. and what's involved with the surgery.
August 18, 2014
I'm not suppose to have drains and because of this site I too now wonder why not. I plan to ask at my pre-op on 9/2.
August 18, 2014
I never asked, I just imagined I would be coming home with drains.... wow... it's all so much! complicated... good thing you are asking before-hand, Happy and Holistic.
August 17, 2014
It looks great cocomom did you have fat transfer to breasts at the same time? And are they stitches that are dissolvable or must be removed by doctor? Were you happy with Dr. K ? I live not too fat from T.O. And had mine out in January 2014 but there is a difference in size from right to left and scar in the middle looks bad wondering if he could look at it and fix it. So very happy for you.
August 18, 2014
Hi Holisticmom,
Thank you!! I did not have a fat transfer. The stitches do have to be removed by the Dr., six weeks after surgery! That seemed like a ling time to me, but I totally trust my Dr. I was very happy with Both Dr. K's. They are brothers who work together, it was great because it cut my operating time in half, which means much less anesthesia. I know nurses who have gone to them because they've seen their work. I always think that's a good sign of confidence. They do a lot of breast reconstruction work as well as plastic surgery. You can always have a consultation to discuss things, it is free. Good luck! Keep me posted!
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