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Looking to Get Implants Removed! - Winston Salem, NC

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2 weeks and 1 day post op

elisilas2012July 7, 2015
I'm now a little over 2 weeks post op. Bruising is almost gone. Still have steri strips on and wearing sports bra 24/7 except for showers. Still have some soreness, but nothing major. I'm able to sleep on my side somewhat without problems. I go back for a post op visit this Thursday. I'm so happy to have those heavy bags out. I encourage anyone thinking of explanting to go for it! This site is wonderful to read and learn about others journeys. It's a great support system, too. Thank you again to all the wonderful women who have posted on this site with info and especially with pictures that help with seeing what some of us may look like after surgery. Xoxoxoxo

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caymon
July 8, 2015
They really look great. I am very interested in finding out some more information as I am strongly considering an explant as well. I've had six revisions due to encapsulation. My most recent surgery was 3 weeks ago and I've already developed a disfiguring capsule on the left side. Do you remember what size your implants were? Where they placed under the muscle? Did you have quite a bit of your own breast tissue? I can only hope for an outcome as good as yours. I'm in the investigative stage right now. Any information would be greatly appreciated. I am 5'4" and 135, 54 years old.
elisilas2012
July 8, 2015
I had 200cc silicone implants under the muscle. I had a lift right after removal and I'm much bigger than I expected to be. I hate to complain, but I think I'm still a D cup. I was hoping for a B cup. When I put the cup of my old bra up to my breast it looks like it would still fit, just not spilling over like before. I have gained about 20 pounds since 32 years ago so I guess that is why I'm bigger than I thought I would be. I'm 5' 1" and about 114 pounds. I need to loose about 10 of that. I strongly encourage you getting the surgery. I'm very pleased with my outcome. I put off doing this for about 10 years. Wish I hadn't. Please feel free to ask any more questions. This site is so helpful. Good luck!
caymon
July 9, 2015
Thank you so much for your response. I appreciate the information. I have also put on 20 lbs since my first augmentation. I had 700 cc implants at one time so I know the lift will be a necessary part of the removal. Thank you again for your encouraging words.
Blake1234
November 9, 2015
Could u tell me the cost of the explant and lift?
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A few comparisons

elisilas2012June 26, 2015
Here are better before and after photos up til now. Hope they help

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Dianemb
June 27, 2015
Thanks so much for posting the pics. I'm interested to see the amount of scarring around the nipples and under the breasts and how well those scars fade. I'm considering an explant but not sure about the lift. Stories like yours are very helpful.
elisilas2012
June 28, 2015
I will add more pics as things progress. I'm going to use scar cream or silicone stripes when the time is right. If you are young you may not need a lift. I'm 60. No regrets!
Dianemb
June 30, 2015
I'm 55, had my implants for 20 years. Have no trouble with them (that I know of, I'm just at a different stage of my life) - and I'd like to be able to buy a wider variety of clothes that fit properly. I was an A cup, had C size implants but now wearing a D cup bra (I'm 5' 7").
elisilas2012
June 30, 2015
Do it! You will be glad you did!
RSMember4690
June 28, 2015
You are sooo blessed! Your breasts are beautiful. Thanks for sharing and God Bless..
elisilas2012
June 28, 2015
Thank you very much. I hope I can help other women who are considering having this done.
Kathy Riddell
June 30, 2015
I live in NC also nearing 60 might I ask who/where your PS is located? You look amazing.
elisilas2012
June 30, 2015
Thank you! Dr Hampton Howell at Salem Plastic Surgery Winston Salem, NC. Highly recommended!
birthday51
February 3, 2017
Thank you so much for the PS info...I'm 65, got implants 3/1985. They are so soft my PCP and mammogram tech wouldn't know they were implants if I didn't tell them. Now they just look like old droopy boobs. My plan is explant and lift by Dr Howell (haven't had consult yet). Did he do explant & lift at the same time? Thanks
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ChandlerAZgal
July 4, 2015
You look amazing! You are free from those implants .. I can't wait till I am. Thank you for sharing your story.
elisilas2012
July 5, 2015
I'm very, very happy! Hope all goes well for you!
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Day 4 post op

elisilas2012June 26, 2015
Today is day 4 post op. Got the drains out yesterday. The worse part was when they cut the sutures. Felt like I was on fire, but it was short lived. Didn't feel anything when the drains were actually pulled. Old steri strips were removed and new ones put on. PS said everything looked great. I feel like a new person without the drains! I'm posting a few pics of results so far and with new swimsuit top I bought earlier. Hope this helps a lot of you women considering explanting and getting a lift. The lift is well worth it.

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DN58
June 26, 2015
You look fantastic
elisilas2012
June 27, 2015
Thank you. I feel much better also.
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58 and want explant
July 2, 2015
You look fantastic ! I can hardly wait to go shopping for some cute tops again !!!!
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