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Short Survey

The following are remarks from real women who have had breast augmentation surgery. If you have had implants, please take the survey. I would like to thank all of you who have taken the time to answer the survey.

NAME: KIM
EMAIL: KCNNC@aol.com
AGE: 24
HEIGT: 5'5"
WEIGHT: 128
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Under Breast
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 420
BEFORE/AFTER SIZE: average B/large C
GOING FOR: Size
I: Wish I had gone bigger
LENGTH OF TIME: 3 weeks
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Smooth
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: My plastic surgeon preferred and was more familiar with the round implant. He said there was little, if any, difference in appearance.
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: no
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: yes
MASSAGE COMMENTS: I started implant massage 1 week after surgery. Doctor's orders! As often as was comfortable, but at least 3 times a day.
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 6-Felt like I've been hit by a truck
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: Worst part of the surgery was the pain afterward. I was prepared for the very worst, and it still knocked me off my feet. Complication with nerve leading to left arm. It is uncomfortable to put deodorant on, etc.


NAME: Barb
EMAIL: markey@shaw.wave.ca
AGE: 42
HEIGHT: 5'4"
WEIGHT: 128
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Nipple
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 300 cc
GOING FOR: A combination of size and a natural look
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 5 days
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Smooth
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: It was recommended to me by my PS. Also it was what I was originally going to ask for. So everything worked out fine.
BRAND:
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: no
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: no
MASSAGE COMMENTS: I haven't yet but it has only been a few days. I will be going for a checkup next week, and then perhaps my PS will suggest it to me.
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 2-I've had worse
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: The only complications for me was that after recovery my blood pressure dropped considerably. When it came back up again I was given pain medication to easy my discomfort. I was given a local and I did not have any troubles with it at all. Once I recovered I called a taxi and came home. I spent the weekend alone at home recovering. It was difficult getting in and out of bed but I soon found a way to accommodate myself. I am completely happy with the results!


AGE: 36
HEIGHT: 5'4"
WEIGHT: 130
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Under Breast
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 370
GOING FOR: A combination of size and a natural look
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 2 weeks
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Textured
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: I wanted a more rounded appearance. I had enough breast tissue there to start with, so I did not need to go with the teardrop implant.
MUSCLE: Over
BRUISED?: no
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: yes
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 1-Bearable
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: I had augmentation, a full tummy tuck and some liposuction. I couldn't even feel the pain from the augmentation The tummy tuck was much worse! I have had 3 children, and I couldn't get rid of a little excess pouch. I decided to have it done at the same time. The doctor told me that pain from one area (the most painful) will take over and block pain from the other areas. He was right. The augmentation was a breeze!!! I did go over the muscle to get a little "lift". I am still bruised from the lipo, but I love how I look! It was worth it.


AGE: 29
HEIGHT: 5'
WEIGHT: 102 lbs
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Under Breast
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 195 cc
GOING FOR: A combination of size and a natural look
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 6 days
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Textured
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: List of benefits versus other types of shapes
BRAND: Mentor
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: no
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: no
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 5-Very Painful
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: The pain


NAME: Trudy
EMAIL: trlbhollis@aol.com
AGE: 25
HEIGHT: 5'3
WEIGHT: 115
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Nipple
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 360-380
GOING FOR: A combination of size and a natural look
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 2 days
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Smooth
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: I didn't have much breast tissue to start with, and I wanted a more full look.
BRAND: Inamed (formerly McGhan)
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: no
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: yes
MASSAGE COMMENTS: Started 2 days post op. Doc said to do it 5-10 times a day.
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 2-I've had worse
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: Numbness in my breasts (and the nipples). Choosing size was difficult. The anticipation of the surgery was terrible, I just wanted to get it over with. Not being able to wake up and focus right after surgery because of the anesthesia (general).


EMAIL: syager@tconl.com
AGE: 36
HEIGHT: 5'3"
WEIGHT: 120
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Under Breast
IMPLANT cc SIZE: don't know
GOING FOR: A combination of size and a natural look
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 2-1/2 months
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Smooth
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: Liked the fuller look.
BRAND: Mentor
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: yes
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: no
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 2-I've had worse
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: No complications. The worst part was anticipating the surgery. The next worst part was the bruising. The surgery itself wasn't that painful. I did this for me and I would do it again in a heartbeat! It has changed my whole attitude towards myself. I think attitude helps deal with the pain. Go in with a good attitude and the pain is insignificant.


AGE: 25
HEIGHT: 5 ft 4
WEIGHT: 92
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Under Breast
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 360
GOING FOR: A combination of size and a natural look
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 3 weeks
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Textured
SHAPE: Anatomical
Reason for this shape: I wanted the slope look and didn't want them too high on top. I wanted a more natural look.
BRAND: Inamed (formerly McGhan)
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: no
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: yes
MASSAGE COMMENTS: I started after 2 weeks and do it as often as possible
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 1-Bearable
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: I was worried about the pain but it was nothing. the pain is overrated and I am a big wimp. 2 hours before the surgery, I had to do the pre-op stuff and I was so impatient. I was also worried that my parents would find out I got implants (they don't know!). my "friends" became really negative and jealous after I got them.


AGE: 35
HEIGHT: 5'5"
WEIGHT: 120
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Under Breast
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 325
BEFORE/AFTER SIZE: sagging B / Full C
GOING FOR: A combination of size and a natural look
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: one month
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Textured
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: Doctor recommended it . Lost breast tissue due to childbirth and breast feeding .
BRAND: Mentor
MUSCLE: Over
BRUISED?: yes
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: no
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 4-Painful
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: Recovery is going slow. Aches and pains, not sleeping very well.


EMAIL: RexcoElect@compuserve.com
AGE: 32
HEIGHT: 5'6"
WEIGHT: 125
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Nipple
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 375
BEFORE/AFTER SIZE: Empty smll B/Apprx full C/D
GOING FOR: A combination of size and a natural look
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 4 days
KIND: Silicone
TYPE: Smooth
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: I was told by several Physicians that if they moved or were in just perfect my breast would be crooked or off centered? Didn't sound like a plus.
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: yes
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: yes
MASSAGE COMMENTS: I haven't actually had to start, but I have been told I will have to start after my next visit.
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 2-I've had worse
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: The uneven swelling afterwards. My right breast is already going down, but the left seems to keep getting bigger. Yikes!! Maybe my left breast just looks that way, but I don't think so. I do have a comment about the pain. I read all I could on this surgery and this particular site from beginning to end, it was very helpful. Anyway, after reading the comments, I was expecting the worst pain I've ever felt. Didn't happen. I think anyone who is reading this should take a serious look at themselves and evaluate your own tolerance to pain. I don't mean headache pain, I'm a huge baby about that, but real pain like a clogged milk duct while nursing or even trying to dry up after nursing, this didn't seem to be as bad as that. I have three children and the hardest part was teaching my baby that I couldn't pick her up. That was hard!!! Anyway don't expect a huge amount of pain, if you have a fairly strong tolerance for pain and for cripes sakes don't decide not to do this because of the pain. It's the best thing you could do for yourself if you have a little boob complex (I resemble that comment).


AGE: 30
HEIGHT: 5'6"
WEIGHT: 115
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Armpit
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 350
GOING FOR: A combination of size and a natural look
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 4 days
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Smooth
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: I let the Dr. make the decision
BRAND: mentor
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: yes
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: no
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 1-Bearable
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: My only complaints would be 1)the discomfort of laying on my back for an extended period, 2)and the day of surgery I developed an inability to urinate due to the pain med. I immediately stopped taking the pills and found that they were unnecessary anyway.


NAME: kelley
EMAIL: kelley96@alltel.net
AGE: 20
HEIGHT: 5' 3"
WEIGHT: 105
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Under Breast
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 300
BEFORE/AFTER SIZE: full A/ good C
GOING FOR: Size
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 3 weeks
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Textured
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: I already had some tissue of my own to go on top of implant.
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: no
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: yes
MASSAGE COMMENTS: 10 days - twice a day 14 days - 3-4 times a day
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 6-Felt like I've been hit by a truck
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: Pain - I had a lot of vomiting beginning at 5 am the morning after surgery and continuing until after noon. That made the pain awful and very intense - I couldn't take the pain meds. I couldn't sleep that night nor the next day. If you have a troublesome stomach - get something ahead of time.


NAME: Paula
EMAIL: PaulaSue@aol.com
AGE: 35
HEIGHT: 5'4"
WEIGHT: 107
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Belly Button
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 400/380
GOING FOR: A combination of size and a natural look
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 5 days
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Smooth
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: PS only uses this size, and had decided I liked the look of the round better.
BRAND: Inamed (formerly McGhan)
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: yes
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: yes
MASSAGE COMMENTS: First day after, 4 times per day or as much as I could stand it pressing down firmly and side to side.
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 3-Somewhat Painful
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: The worst part was sleeping on my back after surgery for the first week.


AGE: 28
HEIGHT: 5'5"
WEIGHT: 118
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Under Breast
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 360
GOING FOR: Size
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 2 weeks
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Textured
SHAPE: Anatomical
Reason for this shape: Was wanting a more natural shape. Didn't want the tennis ball look.
BRAND: Inamed (formerly McGhan)
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: no
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: yes
MASSAGE COMMENTS: Week post-op had to start pushing them together as far as I could for 10 seconds/3 times per day.
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 3-Somewhat Painful
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: Sleeping in the recliner for a while was the worse because then the back pain started in. The post-op pain was bad also for a while because every move or position was uncomfortable. But it did get much better after a few days.


NAME: Daniella Elkin
EMAIL: delkin@hotmail.com
AGE: 25
HEIGHT: 5'4
WEIGHT: 120
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Under Breast
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 370 cc
BEFORE/AFTER SIZE: Small B to Small D
GOING FOR: A combination of size and a natural look
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 11 days
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Textured
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: Based on what my doctor recommended in conjunction with what people had suggested on this board.
MUSCLE: Over
BRUISED?: no
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: yes
MASSAGE COMMENTS: After 5 days.
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 1-Bearable
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes


AGE: 20
HEIGHT: 5'9"
WEIGHT: 125
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Nipple
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 350
GOING FOR: A combination of size and a natural look
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 3 weeks
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Textured
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: Dr. said that there wouldn't be much of a difference since it was under the muscle anyway.
BRAND: Mentor
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: yes
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: no
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 6-Felt like I've been hit by a truck
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: Pain, worrying about getting the right size, waiting for the "Big Day"


AGE: 30
HEIGHT: 5'3''
WEIGHT: 158
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Nipple
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 300
GOING FOR: Size
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 2 weeks
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Textured
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: suggestion of MD
BRAND: Inamed (formerly McGhan)
MUSCLE: Over
BRUISED?: no
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: no
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 2-I've had worse
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: Worst part was the anxiety ahead of time worrying about possible complications, esp. capsular contracture and inability for effective mammogram results with over the muscle implants. Also I was nauseated post op, but after that was relieved the pain was surprisingly very tolerable. I also had a mini mastopexy and have good results with no notable scarring


AGE: 23
HEIGHT: 5'2''
WEIGHT: 115
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Under Breast
IMPLANT cc SIZE: ?
GOING FOR: Natural Look
I: Wish I had gone smaller
LENGTH OF TIME: 6 weeks
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Smooth
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: Doctor recommended
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: no
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: no
MASSAGE COMMENTS:
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 4-Painful
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: The worst part of this surgery was my BF reaction. He thought he was ok with it, but has had a real hard time dealing with it.


NAME: Julie
AGE: 20
HEIGHT: 5'4'
WEIGHT: 110
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Nipple
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 390/420
GOING FOR: A combination of size and a natural look
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 7 days
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Textured
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: The doctor recommended it and I felt it would give the shape I wanted: round, full, and supple!
BRAND: Inamed (formerly McGhan)
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: no
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: no
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 6-Felt like I've been hit by a truck
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: I have had no complications as of yet, but am still recovering. The worst part of this has been the severe depression I've gone through.


AGE: 40
HEIGHT: 5' 6"
WEIGHT: 120
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Armpit
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 420 & 450
BEFORE/AFTER SIZE: Small B to Large C or Small D
GOING FOR: Size
I: Wish I had gone smaller
LENGTH OF TIME: 10 weeks
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Textured
SHAPE: Anatomical
Reason for this shape: I was trying to achieve the most natural look
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: yes
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: yes
MASSAGE COMMENTS: 4 times daily, starting 1 week after surgery. Bruising was very minimal.
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 1-Bearable
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: No complications. The surgery went very well. I had done quite a bit of research before the surgery and set my mind to thinking that I could handle the pain and it wouldn't be unbearable. Probably the worst part, or something for which I wasn't prepared, was the fact that it would be difficult to pull my pants down and up. This only lasted a couple days. If I had it to do over again, I would have gone smaller - my husband doesn't agree - he loves the results. I was afraid of going to small, so probably tried to overcompensate. It isn't bad, but I wasn't trying to get to a D cup.


AGE: 22
HEIGHT: 5'1''
WEIGHT: 100
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Under Breast
IMPLANT cc SIZE: L275,R250
BEFORE/AFTER SIZE: large A/small b to small/mid c
GOING FOR: A combination of size and a natural look
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 3 days
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Textured
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: I saw two surgeons who both had good reasons for round instead.One said that anatomical show capsular contracture more than round and another doctor told me that under the muscle puts pressure on all sides, making it appear round anyway. I heard this is not true.But the other reason convinced me because I am so small.
BRAND: I forgot
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: yes
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: no
MASSAGE COMMENTS: My doctor never told me to, but I heard they don't recommend massaging textured that are under the muscle. Another doctor told me that movement of the arms is massage enough.
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 4-Painful
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes


AGE: 28
HEIGHT: 160 cm
WEIGHT: 55 Kg
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Armpit
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 225
BEFORE/AFTER SIZE: AA/B
GOING FOR: A combination of size and a natural look
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 4 days
KIND: Silicone
TYPE: Smooth
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: I wanted round breasts. I live in The Netherlands and the anatomical shape is not used very often here. I've heard stories about the implants turning upside down! Although I think that if you want this shape you can get it. I choose for silicon implants because they had the most natural feel (I didn't have much breast tissue) and my surgeon recommended them.
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: no
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: yes
MASSAGE COMMENTS: I started today, and I have to massage my breasts 3x a day, 2,5 minutes for both breasts.
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 3-Somewhat Painful
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: I think due to the reasonable size of my implants the pain was bearable.


AGE: 43
HEIGHT: 5'8"
WEIGHT: 135
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Under Breast
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 250
BEFORE/AFTER SIZE: small A/smallC
GOING FOR: A combination of size and a natural look
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 3 wks
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Textured
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: Dr.s preference
MUSCLE: Over
BRUISED?: yes
STRETCH MARKS?: yes
MASSAGE?: yes
MASSAGE COMMENTS: 2 wks.....but very painful
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 6-Felt like I've been hit by a truck
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: pain lasting more than 2 wks.


AGE: 20
HEIGHT: 5'1"
WEIGHT: 95
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Under Breast
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 270
GOING FOR: Size
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 3 days
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Smooth
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: Two ps's recommended it.
BRAND: Inamed (formerly McGhan)
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: yes
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: no
MASSAGE COMMENTS: Start 1 week after surgery.
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 2-I've had worse
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: I got very nauseous after surgery. The docs said it was because i am so small. I also had the shakes real bad. They gave me a lot of medication in my iv to help but it did not really help. It had to wear off on its own. After that everything has been fine.


NAME: Susan Fried
EMAIL: sfried3417@aol.com
AGE: 50
HEIGHT: 5'4"
WEIGHT: 123
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Under Breast
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 275
BEFORE/AFTER SIZE: 36 small a, 36 or 38 c
GOING FOR: Natural Look
I: Wish I had gone bigger
LENGTH OF TIME: one week
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Smooth
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: Doctor chose
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: no
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: yes
MASSAGE COMMENTS: 6 days after, whenever I think about it
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 1-Bearable
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: anticipating it 1/2 hour before, not sure how big to go, and if it was silly to do it at 50


AGE: 36
HEIGHT: 5'9"
WEIGHT: 135
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Under Breast
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 475
BEFORE/AFTER SIZE: full B
GOING FOR: A combination of size and a natural look
I: Like my new size
LENGTH OF TIME: 2 mo
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Smooth
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: After extensive research, I thought it was my best option.
BRAND: not sure
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: no
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: no
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 3-Somewhat Painful
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes
WORST PART OF SURGERY/COMPLICATIONS: The worst part was not being able to sleep for a few days. I had no other complications.


AGE: 33
HEIGHT: 5'9"
WEIGHT: 133
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Under Breast
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 275
BEFORE/AFTER SIZE: Small A
GOING FOR: Natural Look
I: Wish I had gone bigger
LENGTH OF TIME: 5 days
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Smooth
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: Doctor's recommendation due to small frame and little breast tissue.
BRAND: Mentor
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: no
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: yes
MASSAGE COMMENTS: Began at first post-op check - 3 days
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 3-Somewhat Painful


NAME: Tenbye
AGE: 28
HEIGHT: 5'5
WEIGHT: 112
Did it for: me
INCISION LOCATION: Armpit
IMPLANT cc SIZE: 325cc
BEFORE/AFTER SIZE: small A/B to Full C
GOING FOR: Size
I: Wish I had gone bigger
LENGTH OF TIME: 11 days
KIND: Saline
TYPE: Smooth
SHAPE: Round
Reason for this shape: This was all my plastic surgeon offered me.
BRAND: Mentor
MUSCLE: Under
BRUISED?: yes
STRETCH MARKS?: no
MASSAGE?: yes
MASSAGE COMMENTS: I was told to start ASAP - twice a day. I do five sets of five repetitions.
PAIN SCALE 1-6: 2-I've had worse
HAPPY OVERALL?: yes

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