Friday, March 30, 2007

Breast Implants...To Do or Not To Do...

Since my appearance on ABC's Extreme Makeover women often ask me what it's like to have breast implants and if I would recommend the surgery.

The first thing I notice is if this woman has a large nose, no chin or needs something done on her face. One thing I've never understood is why people with huge noses or no chin choose to get boobs instead of their face worked on?!?!

Even if your boobs are what draw people...a...ok, men to you, they will eventually look at your face. I once met a woman with a large nose and no chin and all she could talk about was getting implants to help her out in the dating field.

This doesn't work girls! Work on your face first...period! It truly isn't all about the boobs! Sure, it might help you land a few one-night stands, but I highly doubt that's what you're really looking for.

Personally, I think there are two major advantages to having breast implants. The first is you feel more feminine after the surgery and that leads to taking better care of yourself and feeling more confident.

The biggest disadvantage I've run into is that some women suddenly develop a superiority complex that turns them into a total bitch.

I've known at least a handful of couples that break up after implants because she no longer finds him interesting and wants to explore what else is out there.

This comes from the newfound attention a woman gets. Take it from me ladies...the grass isn't greener on the other side!

Another disadvantage is that many women loose most or all sensation in the nipples and areolas! You can loose it in one side or both sides.

It can be quite embarrassing when your working out (or just out on a chilly day) and while one nipple is responding the other isn't. Make sure you're truly ok with losing sensation or having them so sensitive that a touch or intimate moment can be ruined with a sudden surge of pain.

Next, How do you decide on the right size? My first suggestion is to search the Internet and men's magazines. Find photos of girls with breasts that are too small and those that are too large for your taste. It helps if you can find out the height and weight of these girls to give you a better idea of how the breasts will look on you.

Follow that by finding a surgeon. Unless you're being referred to a Dr, I suggest visiting at least 3 before decided which surgeon to go with!

While there, be sure to try different size implants on! Most Dr's have samples you can stick in your bra. This assures you the size you like best. I also recommend wearing one of your favorite tops. This way you know how they'll look in your favorite style of clothing.

Don't shop by price. Having a Dr. in Beverly Hills doesn't mean you're going to come out looking like a Victoria's Secret model!

Ask to see before and after photos!!! If you're Dr. doesn't have any, find another Dr.!!!

And finally, remember bigger isn't always better! At 5'2, you shouldn't opt for a D cup!

The one thing I tell everyone who asks about implants is,

"The more you add now, the more sag you'll have later!"

Just because you pay thousands for implants doesn't mean they'll stay perky and in place forever!

My before and after:




2 comments:

Jenni said...

Hey now...I am 5'2" and I HAVE a D cup! LOL
Mine were free though ;)

Melissa_J said...

LOL...LOL...Figures I'd say something like that and one of my friends would be built that way naturally. :)