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I have always had a tiny frame and small breasts....

jpink31December 23, 2012
WORTH IT$6,600

I have always had a tiny frame and small breasts. I had being the girl that doesn't even fill out a bathing suit and never enjoys bra shopping. I wear tons of sports bras because a push up bra can't push anything up! I am a 32B but honestly I dont even fill out the B cup but because I am 32 around, a 32A is too small and a 34A is not comfortable.


Anyways! My boyfriend loves me either way but his step mom has boobs, and she is getting hers redone so my I gave up my birthday gift and christmas gift this year for boobies! I am so excited! I am also really nervous because I have never had anything done. I am 25, 5'3 and 110lbs.


We went to see the doctor (who did her last boob job 15 years ago-ps hers still look good, she just wants to go a little bigger) and the doctor says that he tries on multiple sizes when he is on the table and his nurses and him decide based on what I am trying to accomplish. I told the doctor I am a very active person, I run, and spin, and I dont want people to look at me and say oh hey boobs but! I said I want to be in the realm of a medium C.

He said that he will probably be choosing between 275 and 300CC and I am using the Memory Gel thing... I feel confident in him, he is very nice, answered ALL of my questions etc.


Here are a few of my reservations, maybe you girls can help me out... First.. my mom was adopted, and herself, me, and my brother have never needed anesthesia. I AM REALLY NERVOUS ABOUT THIS... Has anyone else experienced this? I am afraid I am allergic to it and don't know it?


Also, I am afraid I am going to choose 300CC and many people say they wish they went bigger? Anyone my size that got 300CC's that regrets it? Why or why not? ANYTHING appreciated!


I will upload pictures of my befores...


Also.. I am getting it done on a Thursday, will I be able to go back to work on Monday? I work at the family business so its not a super big deal to miss work if necessary, but I was just curious??


I am really excited, any comments welcomed girls!

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Angie_M
December 26, 2012

Thank you for starting your story on RealSelf! You might want to take a week off, but everyone is different. If its okay to just wing it you could see how you feel at that five day mark and then decide. You'll definitely want help in the few days post-op.

If you're anxious about the anesthesia you should ask your doctor about it. I wonder if there's some sort of test you can do...

Please keep us posted! Looking forward to following your journey and seeing your before and after pics.

jpink31
December 26, 2012
Thanks Angie! I appreciate your response... I will upload pics soon. I will check into a test. Also... I am having the incision through the aureola which scares me, isn't that painful if they are putting the Memory implant? Thanks again!
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1 month pre

I just found out we are having our pre-op...

jpink31December 27, 2012
I just found out we are having our pre-op appointment January 18th two weeks before the actual surgery. I need to have a list of questions because I know I will be caught up in the moment and forget as soon as I get there! I am so nervous. It has been really nice having my boyfriends stepmom who is getting her boobs re-done after 15 years there with me. It makes for a easier and more comforting experience to have someone there through the whole process. We will find out who has to go first... I would rather go first so I am not waiting in anticipation :/ I don't want to be antsy and anxious waiting for her to finish. We will see though!

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Greg sexton, M.D.
December 27, 2012
First, you will probably be able to go back to work. I am certain you will be happy, but my only concern is size. I think you should know what size implant is going in prior to the procedure. No surgeon can read your mind and give you exactly the size you are envisioning. I would insist on trying on sizers, or find another surgeon who does that. I think picking your own size is important. Anesthesia reactions are extremely rare. I have been doing this for over 22 years and never seen one.
jpink31
December 27, 2012
Thank you so much for your response Dr. Sexton! From what I have heard, this doctor tends lean towards bigger breasts so I will need to make sure I am very clear about how large I want my implants. Is it typical for a doctor to say that he will try on two or three sizes and make a choice on what looks best on my frame? I find what you said about the effects of Anesthesia really comforting, thank you. Phew! Also, do you notice your patients that get the surgery through the aureola have a less painful recovery? Thank you again so much! :D
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19 days pre

My pre op is next week. I keep having nightmares...

jpink31January 12, 2013
My pre op is next week. I keep having nightmares and sometimes I am even like geez should I go through with this?! But this community has helped because so many of you girls have said I wasn't sure, but it was absolutely worth it! So I have my fingers crossed hoping the same for me! By the way my doctor said the whole month prior to surgery, not to take vitamins? Does anyone know why specifically? I am thinking I want 300 CCs, girls is that a good not too big healthy size or should I go a little more up? Like 320CC's. I am 110lbs so I want to look natural and not too big, any suggestions? :)

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Lissa120
January 12, 2013
Hi there! You're so petite and thin, 300 will look perfect on you. And do worry about anesthesia. Statistically speaking, you put your life at more risk driving to the surgery center than having a bad reaction to what they use to knock you out. Just relax and start thinking about all the fun new stuff you can wear! :-). Btw you'll probably enjoy the anesthesia experience! I remember only being able to say "this stuff is awesome" and then I woke up. 2 hrs had gone by and besides my dry mouth/throat from the breathing tube, I felt great. A little woozy but happy and lucid. I left the surgery center within 20 minutes and was texting friends and calling my parents on the short ride home. You are young so it's likely your recovery will be easy breezy! Good luck!!!
jpink31
January 12, 2013
Aw thank you so much for your response(s) Lissa! It is actually comforting to hear what you said statistically! Did you go through the nipple for your surgery? I appreciate the encouragement, I hope for the same experience you had!
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Lissa120
January 13, 2013
Yep! Also don't regret that decision. It blends in well with the edge of my nipple.
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Lissa120
January 12, 2013
Whoa. I meant DON'T worry about anesthesia. Damn iPad! ;-)
jpink31
January 12, 2013
autocorrect! lol!
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Lissa120
January 12, 2013
Ps I think I have that same white lulu sport bra in my day 8 post op pic! (i took the liners out). I was about the same cup size as you before surgery and went with 375cc (I'm 5'7 123-125) so 300 on you will look similar to 375 on me.
Redhead1
January 12, 2013
A few things...take pictures with you to your pre-op. You will not come out looking exactly like the women in the pictures, but it is a good way to communicate your size preference. Make sure to pick pictures of women who are about the same size and have similar shaped breasts. I think the size you have selected will be good for your frame, but your surgeon will know what looks best once he is in the OR. You mentioned he is using disposable sizers - that's a good thing. I have a list of questions I asked at my pre-op on my profile. It's not all inclusive because I am a nurse and I have had several surgeries, I understand that process. I already take a lot of supplements (some I have had to stop due to increased bleeding), but my doctor had me double up on my vitamin C and multivitamin. I will also start taking Bromalein and Arnica 3 days before surgery (to help with bruising and inflammation), but check with your surgeon before you start taking. You can do the rice test (Google it) and it will give you a very general idea of sizes. Remember, the implant will be compressed so the sizers will look bigger. This website is invaluable. You can get a lot of answers to your questions. Good luck!
jpink31
January 12, 2013
Oh my gosh I was on your profile earlier and I was like... rice test? And now I sit her typing with the rice bags in my sports bra! I can't believe how helpful this little tip is, thanks so much! I think i might even go to trader joes wearing them, just to see how I feel out in public (of course I might be slightly self-concious I have two bags of rice in my bra! lol) Good idea, I will have to bring a couple of pictures I am going to bring to the doctor because I don't expect him to read my mind... I feel like he mentioned it quickly in passing, oh and make sure you stop all your vitamins a month prior. I was swept up in the moment and forgot to inquire further. I will be asking about the Bromalein and Arnica too, thanks! This website has transformed my experience, I don't feel alone going through the process of a first timer getting boobs! I am starting to lean towards the 300CC's now, thanks girls!
dyno01
January 12, 2013
You must be excited! I have my consultation booked in a couple weeks and don't know what to expect. But please keep posting! My body is actually pretty similar to yours so I am looking forward to seeing your results after surgery! :)
jpink31
January 13, 2013
We are boob buddies!? We have close dates, when is your surgery date? I can't wait to follow you as well!
dyno01
January 14, 2013
I don't have a surgery date yet, just consultation booked feb 4. He's the first PS I've booked with but has great recommendations for breast augmentations. I'm really debating on whether to get it done or not, but leaning more towards yes! Excited but extremely nervous!! :)
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