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Hey! Anyone have a breast reduction before vsg? I went from a size or two above a DDD to a D a couple years ago. Also had the laser bra lift. Now I've had VSG and wondering what will occur! Clearly I did it backwards, but never had considered wls at the time of my reduction. In the end, whatever my boobs look like, I'll be happier thinner, so it's all good...but curious nonetheless! I'm quite the Frankenstein between my reduction and vsg scars!

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I had a reduction years ago. I am sure that they are going to shrivel up to nothing now. :(

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I had a reduction years ago. I am sure that they are going to shrivel up to nothing now. :(

Ha ha...well that's encouraging! ;) at least I got a few good years out of 'em. Suppose I can always get new ones! Would love to hear from someone who's been through it and lost the weight.

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Breast reduction actually led me to considering VSG! I went to the plastic surgeon in October for a consult at my biggest (40I/J) and he told me he'd rather not operate on me at that size. He told me about VSG, his daughter had it done. Said I'd be better off losing weight, they'd shrink and "deflate" THEN do a reduction and lift at about 1-1.5 yr out. His biggest reason was that I was at higher risk of complications like losing the nipples and just general surgical risks. So I guess I'll be saving up for part two now that I'm down to a 34G :-)

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I have NOT had a lift or any plastics for that matter, and while my cup size didn't really decrease, went from D or DD to still a D or DD, but my band size went from 44 to 36. I've thought about a lift, but not very seriously. I have not decided yes or no to plastics. I'm sure I would have to foot the bill and I kind of feel like my kids need to go to college before I pay for plastics. :P (They are 10 and 11, but it will be here before I know it!) :D

I think you will just have to wait and see where you end up...I think they will probably fare better since you've already had them lifted. I know someone who had a Tummy Tuck after WLS (actually had implants, arms, thighs, the works) and THEN got pregnant unexpectedly. Her tummy looked GREAT all throughout the pregnancy...not sure about now as I haven't seen her since the baby was born in May but I'm guessing her tummy will actually hold up pretty well all things considered.

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I have NOT had a lift or any plastics for that matter' date=' and while my cup size didn't really decrease, went from D or DD to still a D or DD, but my band size went from 44 to 36. I've thought about a lift, but not very seriously. I have not decided yes or no to plastics. I'm sure I would have to foot the bill and I kind of feel like my kids need to go to college before I pay for plastics. :P (They are 10 and 11, but it will be here before I know it!) :D

I think you will just have to wait and see where you end up...I think they will probably fare better since you've already had them lifted. I know someone who had a Tummy Tuck after WLS (actually had implants, arms, thighs, the works) and THEN got pregnant unexpectedly. Her tummy looked GREAT all throughout the pregnancy...not sure about now as I haven't seen her since the baby was born in May but I'm guessing her tummy will actually hold up pretty well all things considered.[/quote']

Thanks for the encouragement! I'm hoping the laser bra will serve me well. They basically lift your breasts by creating an internal bra with your own skin...the result is amazing, and I've heard it remains through nursing, so figure I've got a shot! But you're right...just going to have to see what happens. If it works out, at least I'll have one less plastic to consider, lol, and the benefit of having it covered by insurance when I had it done a few yrs ago.

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I had a reduction years ago. I am sure that they are going to shrivel up to nothing now. :(

I had a reduction from a DDD to a small C (my choice) 15 years ago. Upon weight gain, they are back to a DDD, just looking straight instead of at my toes, now. VSG wls scheduled for 8/23. I have a feeling my post reduction small C is gonna be even smaller when all Is said and done. Curious to see what the boob future holds, as well!

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I had a reduction & lift in 2007. I went from a 44F to a 44D. Now that I have lost a lot of weight they are shriveled little tube socks and are deflated looking. They look ok but the volume is definitely gone, the lift is still ok, sort of. Makes me tremble to think what I would look like if I had never had that first lift and reduction. These girls would be knocking my knees!

When the doc refers me for plastics, I am going to see if another lift will help me stay a full C cup. If not, I will most likely consider implants. A full C is all I am hoping for or want. Funny but I used to hate my breasts. NEVER would I have thought I could miss them. Right now I am in a 36C. But I could probably fill out a B better.

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I actually had breast implants 10 years ago and then gained all my weight so after surgery I'm looking to have them taken out. I never thought I'd say this, but I'm tired of big boobs!

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I had a breast lift after a previous significant weight loss. I always had saggy boobs, since young due to chronic yoyo diets. Now they are perky, but big at 42DD+, i figure when I get sleeved, I will deflate and sag again. Since this will be a permanent solution ( with hard work and support) i will likely get implants to a D if they get smaller than that ( i am 5'8" and can carry a D)

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I would love to hack these monsters off. I hate them. Even when I lost weight on various diets, I still couldn't wear many shirt styles without looking like a hooker. I'm going to wait until after surgery and see what happens before I make any certain decisions but I'm pretty sure I know what I want for Christmas next year!

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I had a reduction in 2003. Went from DD to B. I had a kid and gained 40 lbs, boobs did not change. However, with this last gain of 40lbs I am now a full C. I am thinking I will do a lift after VSG. They still look decent, but who knows what they will be after the VSG.

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Thanks for the encouragement! I'm hoping the laser bra will serve me well. They basically lift your breasts by creating an internal bra with your own skin...the result is amazing, and I've heard it remains through nursing, so figure I've got a shot! But you're right...just going to have to see what happens. If it works out, at least I'll have one less plastic to consider, lol, and the benefit of having it covered by insurance when I had it done a few yrs ago.

I am actually getting ready for plastics and I am thinking about getting the lazer lift with some implants....was wondering if you could tell me more about your expierence with it?

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I am actually getting ready for plastics and I am thinking about getting the lazer lift with some implants....was wondering if you could tell me more about your expierence with it?

Happy to...shoot me a private msg or post any questions here.

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What is a laser bra lift? I'm going to need stuff done after my vsg. I'm scheduled for sept 4th. With a 44H I'm sure I'm going to have to do something with my boobs after I lose all my weight!

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