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We often receive letters from patients commenting on some of their thoughts relating to
their personal breast augmentation experience. We value these letters and incorporate
the feedback into our approach to patients in order to make your breast augmentation
surgery as positive an experience as possible.
Below are some of the recent letters received at our office:
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From the very first contact with Dr. Brown and his staff I have been so impressed. The
whole experience has been so very positive. The staff are so professional and kind, just a
true reflection of Dr. Brown himself. The most unbelievable part is the wonderful natural
results!!
Susan Billingsley
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Dr. Brown is the only surgeon I would recommend for breast augmentation or any other
procedure. I am a nurse and I work with my husband who is also a surgeon, practicing
in a menopause and gynecology office. We send all of our patients interested in a
plastic procedure to the best…Dr. M. Brown.
Gayle Frank
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Dear Dr. Brown:
I just wanted to send you a note with some comments about my recent breast
augmentation surgery. I did my research about breast implants and knew a fair amount
going in. I booked consultations with four doctors. You were my last visit. Until I went
to
your office, I had pretty much decided against the procedure. I disliked the bordello
atmosphere of some offices, and found the staff and doctors that I had spoken with
somewhat impatient and uninformed. When I heard you speak and understood where
you were coming from, I felt instantly comfortable with the procedure, results, and level
of expertise. These new breasts were something I had wanted for a long time and I
wanted the best result. The procedure itself was a little more painful than expected. The
only thing I would have liked to change was knowing a little more about the minor
twinges I was feeling throughout the healing process. I know now these are normal. I am
absolutely pleased and satisfied with the procedure and the process and procedure were
exemplary. I thank you.
Sincerely, Beth
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The following letter was submitted to a patient information breast implant website:
I feel great. I have been back at work for two days now. Yesterday, I went the whole day
without any Tylenol. It was great. I can't believe how much easier each day gets. Phew!
Dr. Brown was amazing. Just before the anesthesiologist put the IV in, I told him I hated
needles and he held my other hand while it was going in. Then during recovery, he must
have come in a dozen times to check on me. I was the first surgery of the day and
another girl was after me. I think her name was Julia. I had a dizzy spell the first time
I
got up and he happened to walk in the room while I was sitting down trying to get over it.
He came over and rubbed my back while he was talking to the recovery nurse. Her
name was Maria. She took really good care of me. All-in-all, the experience exceeded
my expectations. I was calm before the whole thing because I just trusted I was in good
hands.
Cherie
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Dear Dr. Brown:
I thought that you might like this letter about how I felt
during my breast augmentation
process. When I was researching the surgery, I found that the more information I could
find, the better. Feel free to use this for helping to inform other women considering
surgery.
I had always thought about breast implants but it was not until I had all my children that
I really started to feel that I wanted to explore my options. I was an A cup with great
shape and tone but that does change when you have children.
I spent a tremendous amount of time on the internet and on chat lines to get all my
information. I loved reading other peoples stories of their postop as well as why they
made the choice to have or not have implants.
I knew I was finally ready when I did not feel that I needed to seek approval from my
friends or family. I knew it was the right choice and decided to keep my decision
between me and my husband.
I first called a few doctor's offices for price and consultation information. I had a
specific
date in mind that would work for me. I met with Dr. Brown about a month before I wanted
the surgery. I knew once I met with Dr. Brown that he was the surgeon for me. He
listened carefully to what my expectations were and was honest with me in terms of
what I could expect as a result.|
I brought pictures so he could get an idea with me of size. I chose not to go too big - I
wanted to be a B cup. We spent a lot of time discussing my options and breast
implants. Dr. Brown suggested that I would be a good candidate for cohesive gel
implants. They were more expensive but for my breast size and shape, they would be
the most natural. We also decided to go under the muscle. I knew people would see a
difference but I did want the most natural result I could have. Dr. Brown explained the
procedure to me in a clear manner. I was ready to book the surgery and looked forward
to my date.
I continued to read and do research on the internet and did have a few questions before
my surgery, but found Dr. Brown's office receptive and helpful with my phone calls. Dr.
Brown had me come in for another appointment just before surgery to give me a chance
to ask any further questions, and to tell me all that I needed to know to get ready for
the
big day. I was given a list of what to do, and not do, before surgery.
I went shopping for a comfortable sports bra. I bought one that zipped up in the front for
comfort as I thought that would be the easiest to get on and off, and then two more
cotton ones with no underwire but lots of support. I also bought a pair of pajamas where
the button was button down so I did not have to pull anything over my head.
I put at least six small water bottles by my bed so I could take my meds without asking
anyone for water and I knew it would be good to drink as much as I could during the first
few days. I loosened the cap on all of them so they would be easy to open.
Most of the websites have tips for post breast augmentation and I found them very
helpful to prepare myself as well as my household to make my recovery faster.
I was booked at the private clinic for first thing in the morning. When I arrived, a nurse
greeted me and showed me where to change and gave me a fluffy bathrobe and slippers.
She told me Dr. Brown would be in to see me soon. The clinic was very warm and
welcoming and helped me to calm my preoperative jitters. Dr. Brown came in and asked
if I had any more questions and then he started to do the markings for the surgery. After
that, I had to wait a little bit more and the anaesthetist came in to ask me some
questions before my surgery. Before I knew it, a nurse came in to get me and I walked
to the OR. Dr. Brown was there in the room and when I was going to sleep. I found that
very comforting.
When I woke up, I was in the recovery room with a nurse. I remember reading that slow
deep breaths will help you ease the pain and keep you calm when you wake. I focussed
on breathing and the pain was not that bad. I felt it between my breasts but it was not
sharp just like when you have the flu with muscle aches. I am sure everyone is different.
The nurses made sure I had water and checked on me regularly (the staff at the clinic
was great and really helped to make me feel relaxed). Dr. Brown came in quite often to
check on me and to make sure that I was comfortable.
When they told me I had to get up to go to the washroom that was a bid scary. A nurse
was there to help and once I got up I felt much better. After a few hours I was able to go
home. I did not find the ride difficult or painful. The breathing and the focus on
breathing
really helps. I had to take it slow to go upstairs and get settled in bed. I left the
clinic in
my pajamas so I did not have to change when I got home. I just crawled into bed. It
helps to have a lot of pillows around to prop you up to be comfortable.
When I was finally settled, my biggest problem was how was I going to get out of bed
again. Surprisingly, it was not so bad. I found partially rolling on my side and then
putting my feet out of the bed close to the floor the best way. Trust me, you will be able
to do it without too much help.
I am now four and a half months following surgery and I feel wonderful. This was a great
decision. It really took me about one month to get back to feeling like I had not had
surgery, but overall the recovery was easier than I expected.
The cohesive gel implants were a great choice. They feel
very soft and I think that my
breasts look extremely natural. My friends seem to think so as well (I have now told
them). I am wearing clothes that I was not really able to fill out before, and I just had
a
great time shopping for new bathing suits.
Dr. Brown, I can't thank you enough. I am thrilled with my results. Your clinic and office
staff have made this a very easy process and have dealt with me in a very professional
manner.
Thank you again.
Sincerely, Andrea
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