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Nervous but Ready to Get Saline Implants overs out After 9 Years - Chesapeake, VA

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I am 38 years old and had 300 cc saline implants...

Ready2BNaturalAgainFebruary 26, 2014
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I am 38 years old and had 300 cc saline implants placed in front of muscle 9 years ago. I started with a 34C size and wish I had never had the implants. After implants I was a 34 D but now am up to a 34 DDD. I just want to be natural again, buy a cute bathing suit in the store instead of ordering online and not get blisters from wearing a halter style! I have never been one to "flaunt" them at all and hate having to find ways to cover the cleavage. I have had one consultation so far and two tomorrow to have them explanted. I have decided not to have a lift done and just hope for the best. The first consult I had I asked about the saline deflation beforehand and he looked at me like I was crazy..lol. One of the consults I have tomorrow does deflate them beforehand to get a better idea of what kind of breast tissue I have etc before actually removing them completely which sounds good to me. Either way they are coming out and I am REALLY nervous about how they will look afterwards. I have never been pregnant so I have not breastfed, do have some stretch marks from when I initially went through puberty. I hope to have them "deflated" and removed in the month of March.

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swgirl15
February 27, 2014
Thanks for sharing your story. I am going to my consultation on Tuesday. I hope to book surgery within the next week and a half. I just want them out! I regretted them from day one. I thought I would get used to them. 3 1/2 years later I am still wanting them out. I was a 34B and now a 34D. I hope to bounce back without a lift. I never nursed my kids (I wasn't producing milk). So let's see. I had my kids prior to implants. Good luck!! We could totally be sharing thus journey together as well as other women here sharing their amazing stories. I've seen done really good results here.
swgirl15
February 27, 2014
*some really good results
curious312
February 27, 2014
I am so happy for you. I had mine removed May 2013. No lift, fat transfer or replacement. I am 50, and I did breastfeed prior to implants. Thrilled you are getting several opinions. All docs have different theories and different motivations. Mine were silicone unders. I had them removed under local and in-office. My only regret personally is that I let him remove part of a healthy capsule against my better judgement. I would have preferred since they were healthy, he left the capsules alone. All said and done it feels fantastic to have them out. Just make sure you give yourself time to heal. It takes time for our bodies to bounce back so don't do anything rash before at least 6 months and I would say a yr. You can always have a lift later but I think you will be thrilled after the healing process and won't want or need to. Don't let anyone talk you into anything you are not comfortable with like additional surgery too soon. The human body is amazing and very resilient. Im not a Dr. and just my opinions. Love and best wishes xoxo.
Ready2BNaturalAgain
February 27, 2014
Thank you for the comment:) I had one DR yesterday say he wanted to removed the capsules and the other one says he doesn't. Why did you regret having the capsules out?
wishiwerereal
February 27, 2014
Why exactly do you regret having the capsule removed?
curious312
February 27, 2014
I just feel that if the capsules are healthy, (soft, thin, no CC) and the implants have not ruptured it is riskier to remove them. They are scar tissue that your own body formed. They are oftened adhered to the breast tissue,muscle, skin or chest wall. I feel there is more bleeding, more risk for damaging other parts of your body that the scar tissue may have adhered to and it will only create more scar tissue. The body's natural response. Again, I'm not a Dr. By any stretch. I do have a degree in health science with a fairly good understanding of the human body but this is only my opinion. I've read multiple stories on this site of some that have all, part or none of the capsule removed. Check out different stories. Its helpful. But I think the one thing most everyone agrees on that has had them removed is they are so happy they did. As am I. I think you will be too.
Nervous VB
February 27, 2014
I am getting more and more excited for you!! Have you had them deflated yet? I am four days post now and very comfortable. Keep us updated!! :-)
Ready2BNaturalAgain
February 28, 2014
i get them deflated next Wednesday in PS office, then go on the 14th to have them removed;) So do you get to see yours tomorrow?
Nervous VB
February 28, 2014
Hopefully!! I will post pics :-)
LoriOB
February 27, 2014
Onebrightday. I understand where you are coming from COMPLETELY! I am having explant surgery on March 14th. However, I am having a lift at the same time due to the fact I have had my implants 22 yrs. So, I know I would be super saggy baggy if I don't have a lift. My implants were great for a long long time. A couple yrs ago they started getting firm and now they are super hard although the right one is much worse. My implants have shifted upwards on my chest so now I look like some matronly old lady as my boobs have gotten bigger. I have gained some weight and I swear every single ounce went straight to my boobs. Keep us posted on your progress. Sounds like you have made the right decision and you will do fine. Smiles
Ready2BNaturalAgain
February 28, 2014
mine is scheduled same day!
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Angie_M
February 27, 2014
So glad you found us and that you started your story! It looks like you're already getting some support from the awesome ladies here. Please let us know when you decide on a surgeon. Here's what some doctors say about removing the capsule during explantation. I hope it helps.
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14 days pre

SCHEDULED-2 weeks from tomorrow!

Ready2BNaturalAgainFebruary 28, 2014
ok I am scheduled! i have an appointment next Wed to have them deflated in the office first. My explant itself is scheduled for Friday March 14th. This also happens to be my 2 year anniversary of quitting smoking:0) I have elected not to have the capsules removed as they are soft and I have never had any issues with them. The PS said my nipple could come up a little or go down a little but hopefully up! ...lol. I am excited to have smaller boobs again~hopefully they don't look too bad. My husband and I are going on vacation in May so hopefully things settle by then.

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mdeluca
February 28, 2014
Mine is scheduled for the same day too! Explant with a full lift! How funny!
LoriOB
February 28, 2014
Well girls that makes three of us having nearly identical surgeries the exact same day!!! Who ooo hoooo! We will all have to stay in touch on this site to check on each other. Mdulca.your sx and mine are identical. Forgot to check..R u having a capsule to my too? I am b/c mine are all hard and fibrous. Can't wait for soft boonies again. And onebrightday...you are going to be so very happy too. Your procedure sounds a little less complicated and less invasive than mdeluca.and mine. Your sx and recovery should be a breeze. The three of us will be counting the days together. Smiles and hugs to both of you.xo
mdeluca
February 28, 2014
I am having my capsules removed. Mine are still pretty soft but since I'm getting a full lift and a reduction on the right side might as well. So excited to be getting so close!
Ready2BNaturalAgain
March 3, 2014
awesome! I am getting deflated this wednesday so I will get my PS to take before & after pics. I am not getting a lift so hopefully they don't look too bad
Ready2BNaturalAgain
March 3, 2014
Thank youLoriOB:) I am quite nervous about deflation wednesday of the outcome. The "bags" get taken on the 14th under general and I know its a long process with bouncing back and "fluffing" so we will see!
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14 days pre

some before and after pics

Ready2BNaturalAgainFebruary 28, 2014
I found some pics before I had implants, wish I had the one PS took before surgery but oh well...pic taken 3 months after implants and today with bikini top on. Getting anxious for deflation next week and what they will look like?...

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curious312
February 28, 2014
That's amazing. All 3 on the same day! You get to walk through your journey together. I soooo love the support and love on this site. Thank you for sharing your stories and I look forward to hearing more about your group journey. I mean seriously, how cool is that?! So happy for you girls. Best wishes, xoxo
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ilovenatural
March 1, 2014
Good Luck!!! I am looking to do the same thing quite soon; I have silicone, though. I think you'll look great afterwards...stay strong :)
Ready2BNaturalAgain
March 3, 2014
thank you ilovenatural:)
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ilovenatural
March 4, 2014
btw, who cares if they are a little "droopy," it's amazing what the right bra can do!!! a low cut top or dress looks much better with less boob anyway!
Nervous VB
March 4, 2014
Well stated!!! I am so excited to be smaller!! A good bra and the right clothes go a long way!! :-)
Ready2BNaturalAgain
March 4, 2014
True and I am looking forward to being able to wear that stuff without a lot of cleavage showing, I never show my cleavage so will be nice to have more options:)
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derasha
March 2, 2014
Congratulations on having your appointment set! So exciting!
LoriOB
March 2, 2014
Great...just looked at your pics and hoping my 22 yo implants look ad good as your 17 yo ones when they are out. Appreciate the pics. You look AMAZING!
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derasha
March 2, 2014
I dident get mine done yet. Lol. Those pics you saw are my wish boobs. I can only pray that mine look like that. My appt is not until april 28
Ready2BNaturalAgain
March 3, 2014
Thank you derasha:) I am excited but also very nervous! I like the size of your "wish" boobs too. I was a 34C before implants so hopefully I end up somewhere around there or even a little smaller. I am not getting a lift so hopefully they aren't too droopy:/
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