Review on Silicone Implants-what I Learned. Trumbull, CT

There are many misconceptions about implants. Things people tell you, esp those who have never had the procedure. Everyone has an opinion. The first and biggest misconception I believe is the size issue. I went under the muscle with silicone. Im 5'3, 145 lbs. i work out, so naturally, my boobs were the first to go. I was a small C before my procedure. I went with 750cc high profile. While most would think this is huge, I am curvy in my lower body and i have a small waist. 28" waist, 42" hips. I can carry a large size like this. Don't let the numbers scare you. You should probably have the Dr. Keep those numbers to him/herself if you think it will sway your decision. Everyone told me id look like Dolly P. Not true at all. Im very happy with my size. Most people who go smaller actually wish they went larger since the swelling reduces by around 20% of the size you end up with. Go with your gut feeling. I wanted to have a more proportioned boob to butt ratio.

I just went back to work and began lower body workouts with weights this week. I'm still taking pain medication, as I am still pretty sore. I've spoken to other people who have had breast augmentation and they have said 2 weeks post op they begin to feel much better. I think the larger you go, the more the muscle and skin stretches which would explain the longer length of time being uncomfortable.

I've also been experiencing extremely sensitive nipples. I explain it to others by saying it feels like I have oompa loompas hanging from them by their teeth, lol. Being that my implant is under the muscle, all of the nerves are being pushed forward.

I still can not sleep on my side even though in my sleep I try to, and absolutely not my stomach. That is to be expected for about 1 month.

I can work out lower body now which I'm very excited about. Today was the first day I weightlifted about 75% of my max. I do my best to isolate my upper body so that I am not using it.

I have silicone tape under the breasts where the stitches were that I just remove and replace when showering.

I tried going braless with certain outfits and became sore very quickly. I was told to wear a sports bra constantly for the first month. I did buy 1 really cute bra for the nights I go out and don't want a bulky bra showing. At least there is some sort of support.

They are still pretty swollen but have started to relax a little. I wanted the more natural look which will happen over time when they settle. I've also began doing the breast massage techniques to break up any possible scar tissue build up.