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Breast augmentation for asymmetry correction - two separate surgeries in this review
UPDATED FROM PrairieGalS
1 year post
9 month post op
PrairieGalSDecember 23, 2017
$7,574
9 months post op - my breasts have settled and I am very happy with them in a bra. No padding at all.
Outside of the bra they aren't a perfect match as my breasts weren't a perfect match prior and they are just a larger version of this. That being said - I am confident it's not blatantly obvious like prior.
I'm currently wearing a 32D bra/34C bra with no gaps or spillage in the cups - so pretty equal sizing!
I honestly wish I had gotten up the nerve to do this sooner as I lost a lot of time letting this make me extremely self conscious. I don't think I'll ever feel totally normal but I certainly don't obsess over what I'm wearing anymore!
I hope my journey is able to help someone else know that there's hope & that they are not alone !
Outside of the bra they aren't a perfect match as my breasts weren't a perfect match prior and they are just a larger version of this. That being said - I am confident it's not blatantly obvious like prior.
I'm currently wearing a 32D bra/34C bra with no gaps or spillage in the cups - so pretty equal sizing!
I honestly wish I had gotten up the nerve to do this sooner as I lost a lot of time letting this make me extremely self conscious. I don't think I'll ever feel totally normal but I certainly don't obsess over what I'm wearing anymore!
I hope my journey is able to help someone else know that there's hope & that they are not alone !
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UPDATED FROM PrairieGalS
8 months post
7 weeks post op
PrairieGalSMay 16, 2017
I am currently 7 weeks post op and am incredibly happy with my results!
The nerve pain I was having in the upper pole area is gone; as well as the insane itching/dry nipples (this can be normal from what I've read) I had.
I'm still in disbelief if anything that I actually look normal. I don't need to pad a bra to give myself asymmetry or worry about a lower cut top exposing the difference. It's actually still hard to believe..
The incisions around my nipples are still noticeable but otherwise I am very happy.
I am wearing a 34c bra - they seem to fit well with no gaps or overflow. I'm curious to go to VS or La Senza to get an actual fit - but still waiting in case there is any swelling.
I had a follow up yesterday with my PS and he was happy as well with the results! I will return in 2 more months (4 months post) to ensure everything still looks even and go from there .. Praying I don't need any more surgery!
The nerve pain I was having in the upper pole area is gone; as well as the insane itching/dry nipples (this can be normal from what I've read) I had.
I'm still in disbelief if anything that I actually look normal. I don't need to pad a bra to give myself asymmetry or worry about a lower cut top exposing the difference. It's actually still hard to believe..
The incisions around my nipples are still noticeable but otherwise I am very happy.
I am wearing a 34c bra - they seem to fit well with no gaps or overflow. I'm curious to go to VS or La Senza to get an actual fit - but still waiting in case there is any swelling.
I had a follow up yesterday with my PS and he was happy as well with the results! I will return in 2 more months (4 months post) to ensure everything still looks even and go from there .. Praying I don't need any more surgery!
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December 23, 2017
I can totally understand the asymmetry thing. I have also suffered the same thing. I had saline implants put in about 7 years ago and had a 50cc difference, this did not correct the problem, so I had to do the same thing...always pad one side or find a bra that didn't show. Then one ruptured after about 3/4 years. I didn't have the money to go get the revision so I stayed with the rupture until now. Again...padding and chosing clothing/bras carefuly. I just had my revision and put silicone 600cc the surgeon said usually when you go bigger the asymmitry is less noticeable. I am 3 weeks post op and I am super worried I'm going to have to have another surgery. Its like I have one large breast and one little one so again I am padding my sports bra on one side so that my co-workers don't notice because its super obvious in clothing. I just wanted to say I get it! It was nice to hear your storey and your happy ending. I'm glad everything worked out. I am hoping most of my issue is swelling since my larger side is also firmer than the small side. I would like to see another update/picture from you if your still on RS.
December 23, 2017
Hi there
I'm sorry you are having to go through this - i understand how self conscious this makes one.
I am 9 months post op so I am pretty sure I'm seeing what I will be seeing as an end result.
I follow a PS on Snapchat and one thing he stresses is that breast implants only enhance what you have. If the gals aren't twins (but sisters as he says) to begin with - you are only making them a larger version of that.
My breasts weren't shaped identical prior so they aren't now. In a bra they look fantastic- without they are 'enough'.
I feel confident enough to wear a V neck and not worry that people can see the difference. I was recommended to not buy any padded/push up bras post op as this can distort the pocket so I can also safely say I am not relying on any padding to balance myself out!
I doubt I'll ever feel 'normal' but I am glad I had the surgery as I can go about my life without it being a concern!
I'll have to read your profile to get a better gauge of what you're going through - but I can safely say 3 weeks post op you will have A LOT of swelling and distorted looks in the gals! Franken-boob ! What you are seeing now is no way what you'll see months down the road.. the swelling needs to go down and the girls need to settle.
I'll post a new picture so you're able to compare my fresh out of surgery pics with my 9 month ones.
Feel free to contact me anytime if you have questions or just need to vent
I'm sorry you are having to go through this - i understand how self conscious this makes one.
I am 9 months post op so I am pretty sure I'm seeing what I will be seeing as an end result.
I follow a PS on Snapchat and one thing he stresses is that breast implants only enhance what you have. If the gals aren't twins (but sisters as he says) to begin with - you are only making them a larger version of that.
My breasts weren't shaped identical prior so they aren't now. In a bra they look fantastic- without they are 'enough'.
I feel confident enough to wear a V neck and not worry that people can see the difference. I was recommended to not buy any padded/push up bras post op as this can distort the pocket so I can also safely say I am not relying on any padding to balance myself out!
I doubt I'll ever feel 'normal' but I am glad I had the surgery as I can go about my life without it being a concern!
I'll have to read your profile to get a better gauge of what you're going through - but I can safely say 3 weeks post op you will have A LOT of swelling and distorted looks in the gals! Franken-boob ! What you are seeing now is no way what you'll see months down the road.. the swelling needs to go down and the girls need to settle.
I'll post a new picture so you're able to compare my fresh out of surgery pics with my 9 month ones.
Feel free to contact me anytime if you have questions or just need to vent
May 3, 2021
Thank you for your incredibly detailed posts! I'm so happy you are feeling good about your results.
UPDATED FROM PrairieGalS
7 months post
16 days post op
PrairieGalSApril 13, 2017
I had my 2 week post op/suture removal earlier this week - my PS seemed okay with my progress.
He's a little concerned with my previously larger side maybe sitting too low once the implants drop; but mentioned doing a procedure in office if that's the case (I honestly didn't ask further as my heart dropped thinking about needing more work... But will wait to see what he feels when I see him in a month. One day at a time)
I was cleared to go back to the gym; being over muscle he cleared lower impact cardio exs, lower body exercises and some upper. I'm really happy to be able to get back to being active!
My nipples feel much better with the sutures out (and a lot better when I went back the next day to get the sutures they missed the day before out - a little frustrating as I waited over an hour to be seen for a scheduled appointment and had to come back. The staff were wonderful though and made time for me to come in when I called in the morning explaining I had sutures still in - the nurse was awesome and was very thorough removing dried skin, etx to ensure everything looked okay. She mentioned I may get a few more internal stitches poking through as the body often pushes them out like a sliver)
Otherwise my left breast is uber sensitive in the upper pole area and I have what I think is nerve pain in the nipples. All very normal from what I've read.. Very uncomfortable though! It feels better to have a little pressure on the area - but I can't very well walk around cupping my boob ????
The incisions also look much better with the sutures out and all the scabbing/dry skin off! I'm sure they won't be noticable in time ...
He's a little concerned with my previously larger side maybe sitting too low once the implants drop; but mentioned doing a procedure in office if that's the case (I honestly didn't ask further as my heart dropped thinking about needing more work... But will wait to see what he feels when I see him in a month. One day at a time)
I was cleared to go back to the gym; being over muscle he cleared lower impact cardio exs, lower body exercises and some upper. I'm really happy to be able to get back to being active!
My nipples feel much better with the sutures out (and a lot better when I went back the next day to get the sutures they missed the day before out - a little frustrating as I waited over an hour to be seen for a scheduled appointment and had to come back. The staff were wonderful though and made time for me to come in when I called in the morning explaining I had sutures still in - the nurse was awesome and was very thorough removing dried skin, etx to ensure everything looked okay. She mentioned I may get a few more internal stitches poking through as the body often pushes them out like a sliver)
Otherwise my left breast is uber sensitive in the upper pole area and I have what I think is nerve pain in the nipples. All very normal from what I've read.. Very uncomfortable though! It feels better to have a little pressure on the area - but I can't very well walk around cupping my boob ????
The incisions also look much better with the sutures out and all the scabbing/dry skin off! I'm sure they won't be noticable in time ...
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April 18, 2017
Thank you for sharing your journey. I had implants put in in 1997 for the same reason as you. My PS promised to fix my asymmetry, but instead put the same size implants on both sides. I was a C on the right side and a D on the left for 17 years. I explanted in January 2016. I really wanted to stay natural...but I not only have the asymmetry (now B on one side and A with sunken nipple on the other), but I have severe muscle flex deformity from having the implants under the muscle. I had the deformity with the implants, and I still have it now. I have tried the Noogleberry, myofascial release therapy and massage....nothing will fix this but surgery. Thanks to another member, I found a surgeon in Virginia who specializes in breast reconstruction. I have an appointment on May 31st (I am flying down for the day I live in NY). He is going to fix my muscles by putting them back where they should be and securing with strattice. I am also 99% sure I will have him put small implants in (above the muscle) to even me out and fill in lost volume in the upper pole. I was thinking of doing fat transfer instead, but it's so unpredictable and the lipo scares me. You look wonderful and I pray you heal quickly!! xx
April 18, 2017
Thank you for the comment! I don't want to say it's nice to hear from someone going through the same thing as I, because I know how painful living with the asymmetry can be and I don't like hearing someone else has had to go through it...
I did a lot of research into the fat transfer as well - the cost was a lot higher first off and the results don't seem to be a complete guarantee that it will work.. Like with a BBL the body will absorb a percentage of fat. I guess to me the implant route was a safer bet for results.
I've had over the muscle and honestly I think they look as natural as unders (if you have enough breast tissue - which I did being a A).. Quicker recovery .. Etc.
While I can't say what's right for you (and I hope you post your journey! I'd love to read it!) I can say the two different sized implants has given me a new lease on life. I actually feel normal for the first time in years... It's worth every penny spent
Take care!
I did a lot of research into the fat transfer as well - the cost was a lot higher first off and the results don't seem to be a complete guarantee that it will work.. Like with a BBL the body will absorb a percentage of fat. I guess to me the implant route was a safer bet for results.
I've had over the muscle and honestly I think they look as natural as unders (if you have enough breast tissue - which I did being a A).. Quicker recovery .. Etc.
While I can't say what's right for you (and I hope you post your journey! I'd love to read it!) I can say the two different sized implants has given me a new lease on life. I actually feel normal for the first time in years... It's worth every penny spent
Take care!
April 18, 2017
I'm so glad you are happy! I went on my explant journey with a group of amazing women at the same time which make me feel like I am letting them down if I re-implant. I do not believe any of them would judge me...but it's still hard. I just want to look and feel normal. I probably will not share this part of my journey. I shared the explant but have since taken all my pics down. I agree with you about the fat transfer...unpredictable, expensive, and some women were left with nasty scars and indentations all over their body. It put one woman into early menopause! Not only that, the fat can die and cause hard lumps in the breast. If I re-implant, I am going with the Ideal implant, which is saline but feels more like silicone. I had saline implants prior with no issues. The silicone scares me so I was really happy to hear about these new saline implants. I agree that over the muscle implants look just as good as under. I did not want under as the thought of cutting my pec muscles freaked me out and I am very athletic. I asked the PS if that was going to mess up my chest muscle and he assured me it would not! LIES! He really screwed me over. I hated them for 17 years and because of him, I cannot imagine loving the way I look with implants so if this new surgeon can fix me properly, I will be thrilled.
April 18, 2017
Also...if I do not have enough breast tissue to properly cover the implant, he will use strattice to reinforce and cover it and give it a more natural look. This surgeon is a highly rated reconstructive surgeon so I feel I can trust him.
April 26, 2017
I just commented on your other review! Didn't realize I had already commented on this one!
April 26, 2017
No worries! My other wasn't showing properly so I combined the two!
How are things in your journey?
How are things in your journey?
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