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Breast Augmentation Recovery: What happens after the surgery?

Breast Implant Bloggers — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:24:41 GMT

Breast augmentation recovery is an important topic to many women considering the procedure! One of the most common questions we're asked is how you might feel after your surgery. To this we say: Rest is the essential, and giving your body a lot of tender loving care, and most importantly we think that the best advice will come from your plastic surgeon. You should ask him or her what you need to know for preparing for the time following your breast enlargement, and what matters most for you.

The web is a great place for finding out information, and recently Denver, Colorado plastic surgeon Dr. Gregory Buford has blogged a very informative post just on breast augmentation recovery.

"Breast Augmentation today is completely different than a few years ago. Most patients who undergo this straightforward procedure are surprised to find that they recovery is smoother than anticipated and that their results can be very natural..."

Check out the rest of what Dr. Buford has to say, and visit his breast implant blog.

For some more tips on what to expect after your breast surgery, visit LoveYourLook.com.

Breast Augmentation Story: I had my surgery in February of 2008. I went from a small A to a C. I

Breast Implant Bloggers — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:36:42 GMT

I had my surgery in February of 2008. I went from a small A to a C. I had some pain and was off work for 3 days. I was sore but it is totally worth every ache. I liked it when I read that one woman said that her arms didn't know what to do. I think that was the thing that I had to get used to. My arms just rubbed against them. I never had that before. I actually have boobs... YEAH.... If you are thinking about it.. do it... My doctor and his staff were great. The nurse that was helping me decide how big I wanted to be helped me out alot. She told me to go a bit bigger than I thought so I did. I am so glad... Do it if you are thinking about it.... JUST DO IT!!

--Sally

I had lost 83 pounds and my breasts were the first to go.

Breast Implant Bloggers — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 01:56:44 GMT

I had lost 83 pounds and my breasts were the first to go. So, after a year and a half of research and wondering if I should go thru with it or not, I did it. I had a lift and implants. Before surgery, I was a 36B and I am now a 36D and I couldn't be happier. I was sore for a couple of days but 4 1/2 months later, I feel it was the best thing I have done "for myself" in a long time. My best advice to anyone thinking of going thru w/the surgery is make sure you are doing it for "you" and no one else and do your homework on the pros and cons.

Kim, 37, from Georgia

After much research into what breast augmentation could do for me I decided to go ahead with the surgery.

Breast Implant Bloggers — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 01:55:03 GMT

I have two beautiful children, but after breast feeding both of them I wanted to have beautiful breasts again. After much research into what breast augmentation could do for me I decided to go ahead with the surgery. Dr. Quinn in Overland Park Kansas did an outstanding job. I had surgery on a Tuesday and was out and about on Friday. My recovery was so easy and not nearly as painful as I was expecting. I was so self concious about myself before the surgery and now I walk around with my head held high! My friends tell me how real they look and how beautiful they are... I finally have the body that I have always wanted and I have Dr. Quinn to thank for that!

Lynn, 28 from Missouri

After my first baby 6 yrs. ago, I started thinking about breast augmentation but knew that I was not done having kids...

Breast Implant Bloggers — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 01:49:37 GMT

I was a 'C' in high school, but after 3 pregnancies and breastfeeding, I became an 'A' and they were extremely saggy. I often referred to them as tube socks...my breasts were in desperate need of some repair. After my first baby 6 yrs. ago, I started thinking about breast augmentation but knew that I was not done having kids. So I decided to wait. I had my surgery exactly 10 days ago and I couldn't be happier with my decision! I went back to a small C (475cc), had a lift, plus a little lipo around the axillae (underarm region) to really get that nice round shape I wanted. I didn't expect as much pain as I experienced, but it was totally worth it! I already feel more at peace with myself. I can't wait to go shopping and start my workout routine again! Dr. Broadway and his staff were amazing!

To anyone thinking of having breat aug...GO FOR IT! Thanks Mentor!

–Andrea, 25, Colorado

after i had augmentation,looking at my chest for the 1st time,, it was all i could do was thank my doctor!!

Breast Implant Bloggers — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 22:45:08 GMT

after months of research,talking to friends,an alot of before an after picture looking, i had very low self esteem growing up,as thought god cheated me,no,,the way i felt before i had the surgery was pretty harsh,looknig down on myself while seeing other women with their head head high, feeling as if they were complete. after i had augmentation,looking at my chest for the 1st time,, it was all i could do was thank my doctor!! i didnt get this done for anybody else but ME,,i my shirts,tops,bathing suit top,,basicaly anything i wear now,, fits perfectly,i have more self esteem now, ( got them in 2004,is now 2008)although i am satisfied with them, it took me a while to get used to them,, before jumping into anything,, do the smart thing,if you want to get them,, if you do,, check into it 1st ,, its not one of those, wake up an think,, i'll have augmentation today kinda things, if you do your homework, be sure its what you want!!

-G, 47

Never happy buying tops and not even gonna mention finding an "acceptable" bathing suit...

Breast Implant Bloggers — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 04:24:29 GMT

I was always concerned about the size of my breast, never happy buying tops and not even gonna mention finding an "acceptable" bathing suit. I had my surgery 5 days ago and I feel great!, the pain was not as I imagined, I actually saw myself lying on a bed taking pills, but no way, it's a little uncomfortable to move my arms but I have no regrets at all. My doctor and his team were amazing, they made me feel like a princess the day of the surgery. I'm healing pretty nicely, no bruises, and I don't need to say this experience changed my life. i feel way better about myself and I'm anxious to take my post-op pics!! -Mary, 24, from Miami, Florida

I am 29 years old woman, and had always felt self conscious because of my small A-B breasts.

Breast Implant Bloggers — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 21:08:14 GMT

I am 29 years old woman, and had always felt self conscious because of my small A-B breasts. I was bullied at school, because of it too, so I guess that always stayed at the back of my mind, even until adulthood. I was thinking about breast augmentation for several years, researching, and was always scared to do it because I was worried that it would turn out wrong, or that it would be very painfull. However, 3 weeks ago, I decided to finally do it, and I could not be happier about the results so far.

We discussed the size with the surgeon and although he recommended 255cc, I decided to go for 275cc, because I thought that I would not want to feel afterwards, that I went too small, which apparently is the most common complaint after surgery.

The surgery laster 45 minutes, and when I woke up I was feeling fine, little tired perhaps. They took me to my room in the hospital, and I ate dinner, watched some tv and slept. When I woke up and walked to the toilet, it felt very painfull to move. I was worried that it would be like that for the next 2 weeks or so. In the evening I took a painkiller they gave me and when it didn't work much, they gave me a pain injection as well. I slept like a baby whole night, and didn't wake up until the following morning when the nurse came into the room. The nurse removed the bandages, and I could take a shower before going home.

The craziest part is, that the following day I had hardly any pain at all, only when getting out of bed. I did take the painkillers they gave me in the morning just in case, and the trip home when well. I went home alone, and took a shower and even washed my hair myself. My friend brought my dog back the following day, and I went on day 2 for 2 walks with her. On day 3 I went shopping for underwear, because I was feeling totally fine, and that's when I got some sharp pain in the other breast, I guess it didn't like the fact that I was trying on so many bras... lol!

Now, it's week 3 after surgery, I still have to wear the sports bra for another week. The breasts look beautifull allready, (they really looked from day 2), but have now started to soften up and both have "dropped".

All in all, I can't believe how pain free the whole operation was, I hardly had any bruises at all, and the scars are hardly to be seen on week 3. I couldn't been happier, especially I discovered that I am not only 75-80C but also 75D fits well! :)

--Annika, 29

I thought long and hard to decide on breast implants

Breast Implant Bloggers — Sat, 22 Dec 2007 01:56:32 GMT

I had breast surgery after having 2 children and breast fed.

They shrunk from a 36b to a 34a. I thought long and hard to decide on implants so I went for it and had 250cc in each breast.
I am now 5 days after having the op and feel fine however the first 3 days were painful. I also had a masplectomy in which they cut around the nipples which at the moment is a bit sore but are very pleased with the results.
So far so good and I would recommend this op to anyone.

Katrina, 35 of South Wales, UK

6 weeks after Breast Augmentation. Super Happy!

Breast Implant Bloggers — Sat, 08 Dec 2007 03:25:48 GMT

6 weeks after Breast Augmentation. Super Happy !

Myself: 42 years old, 126 pounds, 5'6" high.

Exercise: Yes. Yoga, High Impact Aerobics.

Results: Full C, Natural. 36C Bra (i was a 34A before, i had firm, not saggy breast). I received compliments about how natural my breast look, proportioned and aesthetic.

Surgeon: I research a lot before the surgery.

My pick: one on the Best Surgeons in the area with 25 years of experience, recommended by a friend, and especialized in Breasts. Also, Doctor's web site provides pictures of his work, wonderful, natural look. Check at least 2 doctors about your Breast Augmentation is recomended.

Implants: I choose Saline Implants (Mentor Round Smooth Moderate Profile).

Doctor's choice: 350cc implants filled up to 380cc. I got the option to choose between Saline or Memory Gel Implants. My Surgeon just said Silicone Implants are just more natural. Not a lot of explanation about what is the best choice, he just said both are good and is just about what the customer wants... I pick saline because my Surgeon results with other patients using saline implants are very natural too, and saline filled implants may help the Surgeon to adjust the size at the moment of the Surgery. Also, in a chance of rupture (rare and just 1%) saline solution is absorbed by the body, and i do not need any MRI. (MRI are needed to check Silicone Implants Rupture).

My Husband: Very Supportive, help me a lot through recovery together with my mother (lot of help is needed for the recovery period after the procedure). My husband is extremely happy with the results, he loved it. No problem with the "fake" factor. It was my own decision to go through this. I never have had a problem with my look before, always happy, but this year i just got interested in some improve of my appearance, and then: decision made.

PRE-OP: A LOT OF ANXIETY, and expectations. Very Nervous.

SURGERY DAY: Anxiety, a lot of anxiety, very nervous. But Surgery Procedure itself was very easy and fast. Surgery time: 1:45pm, i was back at home at 4pm. I got Sedation with local anesthesy. I didn't sleep AT ALL the day of the Surgery, not even at night. I was very uncomfortable, sore, and very excited.

THE NEXT DAY: THE WORST.

POST OP: Very Stressful, extremely painful, more than expected. Just excrutiating. My back and shoulder muscles extremely in pain,and this muscle struggle last for aproximately 12 days after surgery.Not exagerating. I was very uncomfortable about this and stressed out. I have to take the pain medicine (vicodin) every 4 hours as prescribed. I got the whole prescription, and even so, i got moments of excruxianting very stressful pain. I took the pain medication with plain rice and plain Yogurt to avoid nausea, and it works perfect, no problem at all with the pills (just very bad constipation and swelling of my belly for 7 days).

4th Day after surgery: 1rs visit to Docto's office after surgery. Everthing was fine. Doctor's move the implants and it was not so painful as i've been told. A lot of swelling, shiny skin. Normal symptoms.

7th Day after surgery: Covers are removed. I was finaly able to get a shower. It was the first time i saw my breast. Even they were very swelling, they look BEAUTIFUL. I was happy, my mother and husband too, very impressed. To see the results gave me the strengh to hold on the pain. I was still feeling bad. The worst days are really the first 3 days, but i was still in so much pain and discomfort, sore, and the muscle pain was the worst part of the recovery process.

10th day: Stitches removed. I was very impressed about the incision scars on my nipples. Barely noticeable, even they were so recently.

12th day: Breast massages beginning. Everybody told me that the massages will be painful. Not at all. Massages are very helpful. I was told to do the minimun 3 times a day, but the more, the better. I did 7 times a day, everyday, because it doesnt' hurt me at all. I finally started to feel better.

3 weeks after surgery: I didn't posted my testimony at this time, because i wanted to wait when i really feel almost commpletely recovered. After 3 weeks i felt less stress on my back muscles, better range of movement, more normal, more me. My breast look and feel more like a part of me than something hard on top of my chest. Very happy and motivated.

6 weeks after surgery: Today. What can i tell you? I don't regret at all the whole recovery process. It was a process. Breast Augmentation is a surgery, (not simple for me, very painful, but is not the same for everybody, it depends of every individual body reaction) and you have to be careful managing yourself, and very uncomfortable for not being able to do a lot of normal stuff you do, but everyday after the 3rd week, you feel fast improvement. getting better and better and you will feel wonderful. I look very natural on my clothes. I am a size Small, and my clothes still fit perfectly. I just loose my old bras and bikini tops, not my clothes. Everything i wear look so great now. I can not wait to go back to the Gym.

Gym outfits and bikini tops: GORGEOUS. Everything looks so femenine. Definetely worth it ! I don't want to regret asking to myself why i didn't get this done before, because i just got my Breast Augmentation when i really want to do it, and even so, is not only a phisycal procedure with phisycal changes, also psicologicaly, you have to be ready to go through this, because is a very positive change, but is an elective change of your body.

I understand that Mentor is a leader on breast implants.

I am really happy about the results !

--Antoinette