1600 to 2000cc's in about a month

[FitnHappy]

Originally Posted by Elledriver

Interesting! I thought it was illegal to do anything bigger than 800 (with overfill) in the US.

While I don't hold you personally responsible for this mindset that is pervaded - this statement absolutely makes my skin crawl. That the government, gets to tell US what size WE can have our own breasts?!!!

The Mentor rep was at the doctor's office during my pre-op and I spoke with him. They actually do have the molds and stuff, to make gigantic implants. But they require FDA approval and the accountants would want to know of a certain amount of demand before spending the $$ to get the approval done (costs several hundred thousand). They don't 'think' the demand is there - though I'm sure there is demand for at-least 1500cc silicone implants. Think of all the large women out there (as in 'overweight') with very large natural breasts, who've had to have a mastectomy? THEIR options are very limited, and my overfilled saline implants - while a look that I like on my body - might not be what they want on there bodies. Especially when it is just one breast and the other is still fully natural.

I know I'm sounding-off, but government sometimes makes me very angry!

[FitnHappy]

Originally Posted by Venusbutterfly

May I ask how much expandable implants cost?

I don't know the exact costs of expandables over regular saline implants. Since this was a redo, I got a 'discount'.

[FitnHappy]

Originally Posted by Nola

I'm interested in the techincal aspect of expandables. How does that work? Does it mean that they are just not so full until you fill them more? But that would cause ripples, so it doesn't sound right...

They go in at/over their 'rated' size. There is a port through which a syringe can be inserted, and saline can be added or removed.

The doctor told me that he observed a sales rep take a Mentor Spectrum expandable implant rated for 325cc's, and steadily filled it to over 3 liters! That's nearly 10 times it's rating! It was only at THAT point, that it burst. What a mess 3 liters of saline made, he said.

He himself has regularly filled implants to 3 times their rating, for larger (overweight) women for whom an implant was needed due to mastectomy, that would match their other natural breast. Sadly, it doesn't come close to 'matching' the appearance of the natural breast and usually involved a lift on the other breast.

[FitnHappy]

Originally Posted by chickie32

hi

just wanted to congratulate you in your going larger and finally being able to find a good plastic surgeon that could do it for you sounds like you're doing great too - that's wonderful! i too am so curious in the larger implants and how it is all done.....are these expanders eventually replaced w/saline or something (once you reach your desired size)? is this how all extra large implants are done? and do you still do training?

I'm a trainer though this has been a rough week. My doctor wanted me right back into a regular routine though I'm only doing legs at this point.

These implants are just that - implants. Once the desired size is achieved, the fill tubes and ports are removed, and they seal-up and become regular implants.

[FitnHappy]

Originally Posted by Lovely

Hi,
I can say that I agree and disagree with a few things on this thread but i do agree that numbers dont mean anything. Ive always wanted big boobs and i listened to people i knew that had BA and said to go no higher than 400cc. Which stupidly i did and thought i like which got me fitting in a B-cup/Small C. That wasnt exactly what i called BIG. I am all for BIG BOOBS. As long as they still look like boobs..lol
I get tired of friends giving me a hard time just cause I want to be bigger. Their definition of BIG is "Big Enough" which is not the same. My body cant handle as much as your body can but I too want bigger boobs!! I agree that numbers really dont define anything. If someone told me that 400cc would only be a Full B for me I would say NO THANKS! I know you said DONT ASK for pictures but i can only imagine that 2000cc is probably not as big as it sounds. Numbers are carried differently for different bodies.You carried your prior implants very well and if you didnt tell the numbers I would of guess less. Anyways Yay to "BIG" boobies!!!!!!

(I thought i was seeing things when i saw Page 10,..lol.. i finally made it)

No, 2000 is not as big as it sounds and it all depends on it's 'packaging' (what you choose to wear).

As for listening to the 'suggestions' of others who demand that you conform to their own mental limitations...
I've never cared for the fashions of the Jones'

[chickie32]

oh ok cool i didn't know if you had to go thru anything extra or not w/yours. and i know what you mean about FDA's notorious excuse of always saying that the 'demand isn't there'..... for example there are medcines out there that can literally save people's lives and yet the FDA just keeps on using that same excuse - really pisses me off.

keep us posted on your recovery! (and i bet you're happy to get back into your workouts, even if it's just doing the legs for now )

[JujuBee]

Originally Posted by carahoward

I'm a trainer though this has been a rough week. My doctor wanted me right back into a regular routine though I'm only doing legs at this point.

These implants are just that - implants. Once the desired size is achieved, the fill tubes and ports are removed, and they seal-up and become regular implants.

Goodness you are back to working already! I *bow* to you girlfriend. You give me hope that recovery will not make me completely crazy. haha! I hope by the time you read this note, you are feeling worlds better!

[Ohiogal]

This is very intersesting. This is an issue that I face. I am a (very) big girl with breasts that are small(in proportion to my body). One of the problems I face in my region of the contry is finding a plastic surgeon(prferably a MD also) who is skilled with very large implants in plus size women. I would like to go larger somewhere around 950-1000cc HP to get me to a DD on my frame.

[chickie32]

Originally Posted by Ohiogal

This is very intersesting. This is an issue that I face. I am a (very) big girl with breasts that are small(in proportion to my body). One of the problems I face in my region of the contry is finding a plastic surgeon(prferably a MD also) who is skilled with very large implants in plus size women. I would like to go larger somewhere around 950-1000cc HP to get me to a DD on my frame.

a plastic surgeon is an MD who specializes, so all plastic surgeon' are medical doctors have you tried checking out nikki's list of plastic surgeon' in your surrounding area maybe? i know there are some other girls here who've gotten their BA's in OH tho - so maybe one of them could help you

WISHING YOU ALL THE BEST!

[jan041]

Cara I commend your decision! All I can say is WOW!!! and good luck!

[FitnHappy]

Originally Posted by chickie32

a plastic surgeon is an MD who specializes, so all plastic surgeon' are medical doctors

I'm not so sure about that...

I think it varies by state, but I don't know, that all people who perform plastic surgery, are MD's.

I (for one) do NOT hold "Board-Certified" to any degree of importance. I've seen more pompous jerk doctors and HORRIBLE boob-jobs, done by doctor's with a jillion "Board-Certified" plaques all over the place. It's like some fraternity, and I don't buy into it, at-all. MOST IMPORTANT TO ME - how does his (her) finished work look? Look for alot of images. Also, check your state's complaint list on him (her). Occasional problems do happen - but you're looking for the instance of alot of complaints.

FYI, my (current) doctor is terrific, and has no personal 'issue' with doing the largest sizes. He is younger and has only been a practicing plastic surgeon for 4 or 5 years. But his technique is great and his work (which I've seen plenty of) speaks for itself.

[FitnHappy]

Something 'popped' yesterday and this was a very good thing. Had alot of tissue/muscle pain on my side and then just Boom - it was gone. Must have been some muscle or ligament or something but now everything is feeling more normal.

Now I'm really starting to feel like myself and so much better. I'm very grateful.


have a great day,

~c

[Sapphire30]

Originally Posted by carahoward

Something 'popped' yesterday and this was a very good thing. Had alot of tissue/muscle pain on my side and then just Boom - it was gone. Must have been some muscle or ligament or something but now everything is feeling more normal.

Now I'm really starting to feel like myself and so much better. I'm very grateful.


have a great day,

~c

Yowza! Even though I know what you're talking about it makes me cringe to read it, lol. I had a lot of popping in the first couple of weeks after my BA- plastic surgeon said it was scar tissue trying to form & breaking up during massage. It felt so much better every time, but not for the faint of heart!

[Alaria]

Glad your feeling better. I'm sure if you felt that pop something probably loosened and now those implants are a little less choked. I hope you continue to recover well. I wish mine would pop or something and drop some. HEHE

[iceomatic]

I am so glad your recovery is going well! I had the 'pop' feeling a week ago. I have overs so it must have been some fat/scar tissue? I think you have an amazing look! I'm so jealous.

Can you believe you have over 25000 views on this thread! WOW!

[Ivy]

Originally Posted by carahoward

Something 'popped' yesterday and this was a very good thing. Had alot of tissue/muscle pain on my side and then just Boom - it was gone. Must have been some muscle or ligament or something but now everything is feeling more normal.

Now I'm really starting to feel like myself and so much better. I'm very grateful.


have a great day,

~c

Sounds like you might have broken up some scar tissue. If you aren't in pain after the pop, I think you'll be ok. Glad you are feeling better!

[chickie32]

Originally Posted by carahoward

I'm not so sure about that...

I think it varies by state, but I don't know, that all people who perform plastic surgery, are MD's.

I (for one) do NOT hold "Board-Certified" to any degree of importance. I've seen more pompous jerk doctors and HORRIBLE boob-jobs, done by doctor's with a jillion "Board-Certified" plaques all over the place. It's like some fraternity, and I don't buy into it, at-all. MOST IMPORTANT TO ME - how does his (her) finished work look? Look for alot of images. Also, check your state's complaint list on him (her). Occasional problems do happen - but you're looking for the instance of alot of complaints.

FYI, my (current) doctor is terrific, and has no personal 'issue' with doing the largest sizes. He is younger and has only been a practicing plastic surgeon for 4 or 5 years. But his technique is great and his work (which I've seen plenty of) speaks for itself.

ok, so you already know all that stuff cool!

mine is actually 'new' too, and is also amazing in her meticulous work to get you what you want. oh--i also sent you a PM

[PinkButterflyGlitter]

Awwww thanks so much!! I'm really flattered to hear that I was inspirational in the big boob crusade !

I'm really sorry you're having such a tough recovery. I read your post down below and that popping noise that you heard sounds painful to me....but if it made your boobs feel better though, then that's awesome!!

I can't wait to hear how everything goes for you. Take care and heal up

Originally Posted by carahoward

Thank-YOU so much - for all you've done in big-boobiedom, A. You are a true leader on the online large Breast Aug front. YOUR words, mean so much.

I'm 8 days out today and have to say, I don't feel great. I have really tight tissue and the trauma and stretching has been rough. I'm not much bigger at-all right now than my last implants, but the doctor had found that my right had rolled-over and combined with some scar-tissue, made for some trauma. So I'm still not feeling great and haven't done any fills.

I really hope to heal quickly and feel like myself. Then maybe do a fill in late August.

ta ta!

~c

[FitnHappy]

Originally Posted by chickie32

oh--i also sent you a PM

???

No pm's received.

[conie]

Hi.. I would never think 1350 ccs can look that great... I feel totaly flat with my 450 ccs... hehe