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October 12
It makes complete sense that your feelings evolved — this is your body, and how you feel in it matters deeply. Changing your mind is not only okay, it's actually really common. A MyBCTeam member once shared, "I feel vain for focusing on how my breasts will look, because getting rid of cancer is more important. But it's also Show Full Answer
It makes complete sense that your feelings evolved — this is your body, and how you feel in it matters deeply. Changing your mind is not only okay, it's actually really common. A MyBCTeam member once shared, "I feel vain for focusing on how my breasts will look, because getting rid of cancer is more important. But it's also a foreign thing in my body, so I don't take that lightly."
You're not alone in that feeling at all. Since you were smaller to begin with, sizing conversations with your plastic surgeon will be really important. Some helpful things to keep in mind:
- Your surgeon will likely start by asking about your previous size and whether you'd like to match it or change it
- Implants vary in width, shape, and projection (how far they extend from your body)
- Teardrop-shaped implants can sometimes create a more natural look
- Round implants offer more projection if that's what you're after
The key is open, honest communication with your plastic surgeon about what you're hoping for. Managing expectations is genuinely part of their job. Also, just a heads up — after surgery, implants can look flat or sit high at first. That's completely normal! The skin and muscle need time to relax and adjust. Give it at least two months before drawing any conclusions about the final result.
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