Melissa’s Blog: Patient Responsibility
October 11th, 2010
Dr. Bashioum has provided me with an extensive packet of information that covers preparations for surgery, as well as after-care instruction. He does this in an effort to assure the very best surgical results. So I’m very busy preparing for my before and after patient responsibilities.
One of my responsibilities at hand is to schedule a pre-operative physical evaluation. Because Dr. Bashioum’s goal is to provide me with exceptional medical care and in doing so, he insists on having the medical evaluation and report completed by my primary care physician within the two weeks prior to my scheduled surgery. He told me that in his practice, he limits elective cosmetic surgery to healthy patients. So, some of the items that are included in this evaluation are to check my medical history, review and compile a list of any allergies, medications and past surgeries. I can also expect a complete physical exam, a check of vital signs like heart and lungs, etc. Barring any unforeseen health problems. My upcoming blog entries will include video clips that will be filmed on the night before the big day. My very first reflections in the recovery room after my surgery, will also be filmed. Check back to see my results. You’ll have a unique opportunity to watch my surgery, follow my progress and read about the conclusion of my journey!
Melissa’s Blog: What kind of Implant?
October 4th, 2010
A somewhat controversial choice came up for me soon after I decided to schedule my augmentation surgery. I need to decide on whether to have saline or silicone implants put in. I have always envisioned myself going with silicone implants because from what others told me, “they felt most natural.” And then I began to think. “Most natural to whom or should I say, for whom?”
By all means, and lets be honest here, I most certainly want my husband to feel pleasure when he holds my boobs. In fact, I would love to have my breasts feel exactly as they are now, just slightly bigger. But I would also like to feel at ease with what I am putting inside my body. This choice was definitely a decision that I sat on for awhile.
One day it was, “Yes I’m going with silicone” and the next day it was, “No, I’m going with saline.” I consulted again with Dr. Bashioum on what he thinks I should do. After giving me information on both options, he made it clear to me that first and foremost, it is ultimately MY decision. I had heard the facts, so now I needed to decide for myself.
On the one hand, I was solely thinking of my husband. I want him to feel nothing different. And if that’s the case, silicone is the best choice. But on the other hand, I’m the one wearing these and I want to be safe. By choosing saline, if something happens to one of my implants, my body will simply absorb the saline solution. Peace of mind is certainly something I advocate. I have three beautiful young children, that I am constantly worrying about. At the end of the day; what is going to help me sleep better at night? I have finally decided that I am going with saline, because it is the best choice for me.
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