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Testimonials by state
Read testimonials from our patients by clicking on one of the states
below
Alabama:
Several years ago I had surgery to correct severe pectus excavatum that
was causing some problems with my heart function and lung capacity. It
was successful in that fixed a great deal of the problem-causing breastbone
depression, but still left my breasts extremely asymmetrical. It was difficult
to buy tops and bras and bathing suits were always an issue. I was incredibly
self-conscious about them. I made the best of it because I was unsure
about breast augmentation surgery. Frankly, the thought of another surgery
with a long recuperation time made me not want to ever see another surgeon
again!
But after many discussions with friends and family, I realized that I
would be much happier if my breasts were similar. I would no longer need
to camouflage the severe asymmetry through a variety of pads, "cutlets",
and bras. After spending many months online researching the procedure
and different doctors, I had whittled down the number of surgeons to visit
to 3. Dr. Pousti was the last one I saw. During his office visit, I felt
he understood what I wanted. I did not want the fake look. I wanted to
look as natural as possible while evening out my breasts.
Dr. Pousti explained that breasts are not twins, but they are sisters.
He told me that augmentation could help with the great asymmetry, but
may not make them completely symmetrical. He also told me that augmentation
would help to camouflage the depression still lurking from my previous
surgery. Because of my lack of breast tissue (and other factors), he thought
I should strongly consider silicone. He urged me to think about it and
talk to some patients who had recently had augmentation surgery done by
him. I was able to meet and ask questions about anything I wanted. Mostly,
I was curious to know what they felt like and what the recuperation period
was like. The other patients were honest and open. It was reassuring because
I did not want to spend another long period of time recuperating. Dr.
Pousti said I could call or email anytime with questions or concerns while
I made up my mind.
In the car that day, my husband and I discussed the different doctors
we'd visited. Both of us were most comfortable with Dr. Pousti. He seemed
to understand what I wanted and needed and was not promising something
he could not deliver. I also appreciated his candor about how much of
the asymmetry could be corrected with surgery. After thinking about it
and doing more research on both the doctor and silicone implants, I decided
that Dr. Pousti was the doctor to go with. I appreciated his openness
to questions and also his candor.
A few months later, we flew into San Diego for the surgery. My pre-op
was on a Monday where outcomes were discussed again, and Dr. Pousti had
another chance to see what he would be dealing with. On Wednesday, I went
in for surgery at the Alvarado Surgical Center. The surgical center staff
were all warm and friendly. Dr. Pousti came in one last time to check
in. He had been deciding which incision to go with. Because of various
factors he had come to the conclusion that the crease incision would be
best. He also told me that he had various sizes of implants in the OR
so he could work to make them as symmetrical as possible. Pretty soon
the nurse and anethesiologist came to see me. An hour later I was out
of surgery with beautiful breasts!
The first few days after the surgery, I followed the directions for medication
so I didn't have much pain. Four days after surgery, my husband and I
went out to dinner and to see a movie. I would not say that I was ready
to run a marathon, but I was certainly up and about. My fears of having
another few months of my life taken away by surgery were clearly unfounded.
When I came in to see the doctor for a follow-up, I was so excited.The
nurse helped me out of the various surgical undergarments. I think the
entire office heard me exclaim that I finally had beautiful breasts!
The great thing is they keep looking better and better. At first they
were beautiful (if not a little bit funny looking), but as the muscles
are relaxing and they are beginning to drop into place they become more
symmetrical literally every day. Two weeks after the surgery I went in
again to do my final follow-up. More pictures were taken, and it really
was incredible to compare the pictures from the first follow-up to see
just how much more relaxed they are looking. With the continued use of
the t-bra and surgical bra and strap, I know they will continue to drop
into place.
I am very excited about the implants and can not believe I waited so long
to get this taken care of. Already my confidence is bolstered. I feel
like I look normal now. I really am happy I went with Dr. Pousti. I know
that I can always contact his office, and I will get a prompt response
to any questions.
Thank you to Dr. Pousti and his caring staff!! I feel great!
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