Breast Augmentation in My 30s: A Patient’s Story
My Breast Augmentation Story: Finding My Confidence
In this series of articles, we share stories of patients whose breast augmentation surgery at AMAE Plastic Surgery in Birmingham, MI truly changed their lives. Read about their goals, hopes, concerns and final results in these interesting conversations with breast augmentation patients of different ages and backgrounds.
Ashley’s Breast Augmentation Story
Growing up in Troy, MI, I always felt I had a body that didn’t quite fit what girls and women were supposed to look like. As a teenager, I felt self-conscious and insecure about my small and uneven breasts. It was a source of embarrassment that followed me from high school through adulthood. While my friends seemed to blossom into women, I remained stuck in a state of constant dissatisfaction with my appearance.
As a cheerleader in high school, I was constantly reminded of my body insecurities, especially in the locker room where my I was always afraid someone would notice my tiny, mismatched “mosquito bite” breasts. While I loved cheering, I couldn’t shake the feeling of being inadequate compared to the other cheerleaders in their uniforms. I was constantly wanting to fit in and feeling like I stood out in my tight cheer uniform for all the wrong reasons.
Even as I transitioned into adulthood, my body insecurities continued to plague me. Sadly, this affected everything from my confidence in romantic relationships to my willingness to even put myself out there in the dating world. Despite my outwardly confident demeanor, I always struggled internally with feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt, particularly when it came to my body because of my very small and uneven breasts.
After years of living with my body insecurities, I reached a breaking point one night and broke down in tears to my best friend. She actually knew one of the women who worked at AMAE Plastic Surgery and suggested I make an appointment. I began researching breast augmentation surgeons in the Troy, MI area. I wasn’t sure how I was going to afford it, but I made the decision to take control of my happiness and self-esteem. I was determined to find the best plastic surgeon in the Troy, MI area who could help me achieve the figure of my dreams before life, and dating, and meeting the man of my dreams before life passed me by.
However, one of the first things I learned was that many of the breast implant surgeons I encountered were only ‘cosmetic surgeons’ and not board-certified plastic surgeons. And I learned that cosmetic surgeons don’t have the credentials or expertise as a board certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Ali. So, despite all my research, I ended up back at my friend’s recommendation of Dr. Ali. He is one of the best and most renowned board-certified plastic surgeons in the Troy, MI area. What initially drew me to Dr. Ali was his impressive track record of performing thousands of breast augmentation surgeries and also his commitment to patient satisfaction and safety. Plus it turns out he was a very nice man.
Choosing My Breast Augmentation Surgeon
I also browsed through Dr. Ali’s before and after breast augmentation photos on his website. I was really impressed by the natural-looking beautiful results he achieved for every one of his patients. I knew my friend was right all along and that I had found the best breast implant surgeon in the Troy, MI area.
From our very first consultation, Dr. Ali put me at ease with his warmth and compassion. He took the time to listen to my concerns and goals, and he answered all of my questions (and I asked a lot) with patience and expertise every step of the way. Together, we discussed my desire for fuller and more symmetrical breasts that would give me the bustline I had always dreamed of and boost my self-confidence.
One of the best parts of my consultation with Dr. Ali was the Vectra 3D digital imaging, that allowed me to visualize the results of my breast augmentation surgery beforehand. I was able to explore different implant sizes and shapes, so I could understand my options and choose the implants that would fit my body and achieve the look I wanted.
Another thing that I liked about AMAE Plastic Surgery is that they offered Financing Options! My credit was OK but not great. But I was approved for financing through Care Credit. So I didn’t have to stress about how I was going to afford my procedure!
My Breast Augmentation Results
On the day of my breast implant surgery, I felt a mix of excitement and nervousness, but Dr. Ali and his team were incredibly supportive and reassuring. The procedure went smoothly, and I awoke from anesthesia feeling surprisingly comfortable. Dr. Ali’s team had a personalized pain management plan in place before my surgery, so I even already had the medications I needed to make my recovery process comfortable.
As I began to recover, I was amazed by the immediate change in my appearance. My new breasts were full, perfectly symmetrical, and beautifully proportioned to fit my body. For the first time in my life, I loved my body and felt that I looked like what a woman should. The scars were carefully concealed, and the results exceeded my expectations. With each passing day, I felt more confident in my own skin.
Today, when they asked me to look back on breast augmentation journey, I am filled with gratitude for Dr. Ali and the team at AMAE Plastic Surgery. Thanks to their expertise and compassion, I finally feel like the best version of myself –and ready to find a partner and start a family without being ashamed of my body! I am dating a wonderful man who might even be “the one” – all because I was no longer afraid to put myself out there on dating sites.
For any woman considering breast implant surgery in the Troy, MI area, I can’t recommend Dr. Ali enough. Don’t hesitate to take the first step toward a better body and more confidence like I did – you deserve it!
