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Mentor Xtra (Queen Wave) breast augmentation case: small breasts and a slim build. After an assessment with Dr. Kuo-Chun Liao and a 3D simulation comparing 295cc and 325cc, she chose 295cc through an incision under the breast. There was no bruising afterward; from day two only the incision stung slightly, and she had anti-inflammatory IV drips for three days. The result matches the 3D simulation by about 90%.
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- Acupuncture for breast enlargement revealed a fibroid, and the removal scar hurt my confidence
- Mentor Xtra (Queen Wave) avoids rippling, and the result matched the 3D simulation by 90%
- Dr. Liao respects women, my consultant gave me extra acne scar cream, and NAISS's service is so caring
- A beautiful, private space at NAISS, professional staff, and a great consultation
- Happy with my figure, and trying different styles of clothes
"I'm Iris, I'm 28, and I'm an interior designer. Since high school I've been self-conscious about my breast size. I envied girls with bigger breasts who looked great in low-cut dresses, while they never looked good on me. Once, before a beach trip, I tried on bikinis and found I couldn't fill them out at all; I didn't even want to step out of the fitting room to show my boyfriend. That experience hit me hard and left me really down, and it made me even more certain I wanted breast augmentation..."
Acupuncture for breast enlargement revealed a fibroid, and the removal scar hurt my confidence
In high school I tried traditional Chinese acupuncture to make my breasts bigger, but along the way a fibroid was found, so the treatment stopped. I later had it removed, and the incision left a scar on my areola, which really bothered me. It was bad enough having small breasts, and now there was an ugly scar too; my confidence took a hit. Back then I thought that after breast augmentation I'd be happy and wouldn't mind the scar, so I started saving for it in high school.
Mentor Xtra (Queen Wave) avoids rippling, and the result matched the 3D simulation by 90%
I chose Mentor Xtra (Queen Wave) because its fill is very full, so it doesn't ripple, which suits slim people like me. Queen Wave also has a 12-year warranty, the longest at the time. I felt them in person too, and compared with other materials, Queen Wave was my favorite feel.
I wanted a natural look that didn't seem fake at first glance, so I didn't want them especially big. I was deciding between 295 and 325cc, and with the clinic's 3D simulation, 325cc felt a bit too big on my body, so I went with 295cc, which suited me better. I found the 3D simulation very realistic, and comparing afterward, it was about 90% like the actual result, in both size and shape!
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Dr. Liao respects women, my consultant gave me extra acne scar cream, and NAISS's service is so caring
I chose an incision under the breast because it's the shortest route, which I felt meant lower risk and faster recovery. Dr. Kuo-Chun Liao also said it's his specialty, so I felt very reassured. He's really gentle and respectful toward women, and always asks before touching me, so it was never awkward or uncomfortable from start to finish. He has a fatherly feel, haha~
Because of my body's makeup the anesthesia wore off slowly; I needed about 3 bags of IV fluid before I woke up. But when I did, there was no pain at all, and there was no bruising during recovery, just swelling. The first day was harder because breathing in the compression garment took some getting used to. On day two I went straight back for an injection, and after that only the incision stung slightly, with no other discomfort.
After surgery I went back to NAISS for three days of anti-inflammatory IV drips and took oral medication for a day. The clinic now also offers laser treatment for scars and swelling. Also, my skin is acne-prone, and since I couldn't shower after surgery I broke out badly on my chest, so my consultant gave me extra acne scar medication. So thoughtful~
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A beautiful, private space at NAISS, professional staff, and a great consultation
Maybe because I'm an interior designer, I'm very sensitive to spaces. The entrance to NAISS's Taichung branch is like a little tunnel, so walking in feels very private, and the interior uses very soothing tones, a style I love. Then there's my consultant, Emma: the way she talks never makes you feel pressured, and she could answer every question professionally. At another clinic I consulted, they didn't even know where the implants were made, which made me uneasy. Breast augmentation prices are about the same everywhere, so how a clinic makes me feel matters more to me.
Happy with my figure, and trying different styles of clothes
I'm 3 months post-op, and my satisfaction is 8. Before breast augmentation my style was very limited and I avoided figure-hugging clothes. Now that my figure is better, I'm happy to try different styles, and fitted clothes no longer leave gaps in the cups! My wardrobe options are much more varied, and people compliment my figure, which makes me really happy.
If friends want breast augmentation, they can just follow my process, since I did my homework and compared prices carefully; I'm like a mentor guiding them. For the material, I think it depends on your build and the feel you like. For slim people like me, I'd recommend Queen Wave. And if you want breast augmentation, go for it as soon as you've saved enough~
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This story reflects one patient's experience. Results and recovery vary from person to person; please consult a doctor in person about your own treatment plan.
