Orange County Tummy Tuck Doctors and Reviews

“Boy time flies!! Almost 3 weeks po”

First of all, so happy I found this site! I do not know of anyone personally that has had this procedure so I am thankful for your posts! My TT is scheduled for Monday and I am getting a bit nervous. Second guessing myself, wondering if this is really needed etc. I am 52 and have hated my stomach area for a long time. While I am so excited at the thought of wearing T-shirts or tanks without... more

“Amazing Doctor in Tummy Tucks!...”

Ok, so I finally took the plunge and had a tummy tuck. My child was already 16, I didn't plan on having anymore children and really all that bugged me was that lower loose belly skin from pregnancy that I just couldn't get rid of. No amount of exercise would ever take that loose skin away (as confirmed by Dr. Toohey). I advise anyone wanting such an invasive surgery with possible extensive... more

“7 weeks PO and feeling GOOD!......”

I am 39 years old. I am married to my wonderful husband who I have been with for 21 years. We have a 16 year old beautiful daughter. I had gastric bypass weight loss surgery August 16, 2010. I have lost 123 pounds and had a lot of skin hanging from my belly area. I also had large handing flat breasts due to all the fat and muscle loss. I decided to have a tummy tuck after my friend had it done... more

“12 Week Update -Newport Beach, CA”

I got my surgery in Dec 2012 I am 34 year old with 2 c-sections. I had lot of redundant skin due to my big babies and of course the abdominal muscles per definitely stretched. There was so much "hang" in my abdominal areas that the only way I survived until my surgery was with wearing spanx every time I left my house. It was affecting my self confidence which I was aware of but realised... more

“My recovery story :)”

Hi!!!! I am a 32 year old wife and mother of 2. I'm 5'0 and weigh 125lbs. After having my last baby who is now 18 months old and being stretched out of proportion, I have decided that its time to find myself physically again. I have severe abdominal muscle separation, an umbilical hernia and some loose skin. I needed to get my hernia repaired so I decided that I would just get everything done... more

“My Tummy Looks Amazing - Upland, CA”

I had a tummy tuck with lipo on march 6 its only been three days and it looks amazing the staff are great! The doctor did a great job! I love it and I'm not fully recovered! Thank you for making me more beautiful! I search for a long time for different doctors I saw pictures of body's similar like mine! And the best one was Dr.smili the tummy was a lot flatter. I recommend this doctor to the... more

“A Whole New Kinda Sexy!”

I have wanted a tummy tuck for more than 25 years but have not had the resources to make it happen. Well the time and opportunity has come and I researched many doctors and come across the California Surgical Center Web Sight and liked what I saw. Scheduled my consultation and was satisfied enough to make the commitment to schedule the surgery. So in 12 more days I will undergo a full tummy... more

“A Few Days Away Nervous but So...”

Ive been wanting my tt for a few years but thinking I might still want a bby I wanted to wait ..I think im done with bbs I have 2 a 16yr old n a 21yr Im 36 5'6 180 im feeling really nervous but excited at the same time im also scared but Ive read a lot a reviews and storys on here and has helped a lot in getting ready for this big day .. today I have app for my blood work n after... more

“Ready to Go Shopping - Newport Beach, CA”

Im 41 years old, I have 3 kids. 17, 7 and 2 years old. I hate my hanging belly and my love handles are huge! I haven't bought me clothes for so long, I hate to even go shopping because you can see my "fanny pack " in everything I wear! I have been planning on a tummy tuck for over a year and I am less than a month away from it really happening. I'm very nervous, not to sure how I'm going to... more

“Hernia Repair AND Tummy Tuck -...”

I had a gastric bypass 8 years ago with a 155 pound weight loss. Last year I had to have an (unrelated) open bowel surgery that caused what we all thought was a small inscisional hernia. I decided to get a "two-fer" (hernia repair AND tummy tuck) at the same time. So I selected Dr.Esmalian because he was not only a Board Certified plastic surgeon but a Board Certified general surgeon as well.... more

“Well Worth It All - Upland, CA”

I know what major surgey is because I have had to c sections so I know it was going to be painful. before I decied to have a tummu tuck I had tried everything to get the tummy back to how it use to be but without any luck. so thats why i decied to get a tummu tuck to start feeling better about myself. when I met with doctor wang I felt at esae he did not lie to me he told me how it was going... more

“6 weeks PO!”

Decided to do a full tuck with muscle repair and hernia repair. After two c-sections, CrossFit and paleo could not eliminate the tummy flab. Size 2 and still wore a one piece suit to hide the flab. Went in for a consult on December 1 and scheduled the procedure ASAP for Dec 17. I'm 8 days post op and doing great. CrossFit has made my recovery pretty easy. Was home by noon and only in... more

“Tummy Tuck Wasn't Too Bad - Long...”

I am nine days post op. Recovery wasn't too bad. I highly recommend staying in the hospital for the first night, two if you can swing it. The assistance and catheter were the best. I don't do well with the pain killers so I only took those for the first few days. Sitting still and not over-doing it is the hardest part. I was hoping the scar wouldn't really be hip to hip, but it is. My belly... more

“Scared - Brea, CA”

Hello Everyone, I want to get a tummy tuck but at the same time i am scared of complications. Has anyone had a bad experience after the procedure. How is the pain afterwards and how long does procedure last usually. I would like to due the procedure to feel better about myself, and be able to fit my clothes. more

“Had a Tummy Tuck - Newport Beach, CA”

I am a mother of 3 and had c-section surgery with all 3 of my children..My stoamch was just loose skin..I decided to loose weight in March and I lost 25 lbs with diet & excersize..I had my surgery in June and I lost 10 lbs just from having the tummy tuck..I love my new flat tummy..I did everything that the Doctor told me to do..I healed great..I had no problems..I now work out everyday and... more

“6 day PO. No curves on flanks-...”

I am starting my journey this week - enroute to a flatter stomach My Background 2 C-sections at 28 ad 29 Age- 35 Problem - The HANG. I have been living with my flexies for some time now. It has been OK and I cover myself up pretty well. My husband has never complained but I do see myself cringing every time I change or take a shower. My confidence has been low as well when it... more

“Great tummy tuck experience so far”

I've spent some time freaking out and crying today. These posts have been very helpful and my biggest take away is that if I keep off of my feet (only walking around house for movement purpose) then I should be ok! I have my hubby, nanny and mom helping me for a few weeks so I feel very blessed. A lot of you brave women have tackled this process with minimal help-god bless! Tomorrow... more

“Extraordinary - Newport Beach, CA”

I always disliked my nose and especially my profile. I didn't feel self confident about my self because my nose. I also, had a problem with my tummy because people would always ask me if I was pregnant or how many months along I was. They always assumed I was pregnant and it made me feel really bad. So I decided to get rhinoplasty and to get a tummy tuck with Dr. Sajjadian. My surgeries went... more

“Week 4 feeling Great!!”

So I am finally getting the Tummy Tuck that I have wanted for the last 18 years... I am 35 years old 5'3'' 140lbs I have 3 Boys 19yrs, 3yrs and 19months . I don’t even remember how my stomach looked flat I was so young with my first pregnancy I never thought this would happen to my body after having a baby!! ! 3months after giving birth I started eating right working out and running I lost a... more

“I Can't Wait - Upland, CA”

After going on 2 other consultations I found that Dr. Tarick Smaili M.D was most informative, caring and Affordable. He seemed very upfront and valued his opinion. Believe me when I say I have done my research. I can't wait to update again after my procedure..... I will also add before and after photos more

“Bye Bye Fanny-Pack! TT November 9th!...”

Hi RealSelf Sisters, I lost almost 80lb a few years ago and still catch my reflection in a window and am surprised it’s me. I’m now 5’6” and 140lbs with a huge “fanny-pack” of squishy skin on my waist. At first I thought I was just happy to be healthy and a size 4 but that fanny-pack really weighs me down (physically and emotionally). You all know, that big ol’ bulge in the front... more

“Will probably have to have surgery again”

Hello everyone, my tt is on Oct. 10th and it is something that I have been looking forward to for the past few weeks, but now that the time is almost here I am FROZEN!!! I've known for a week now what day my surgery would be and until then I had been trying to prepare for the day that I would have my tt. Now that it is almost here I can't function! I can't clean, can't think, I can't breathe,... more

“Typical Mom Needing TT, and Panicked...”

So I guess I did my earlier posts wrong... Can't seem to find them. However, I am now 2 1/2 weeks post-op for a TT and lipo of flanks. I had been considering this for over 3 years, finally got so fed up with my look and found a few weeks between work and kid's schedules to make it work and scheduled it. I posted a few panic attacks on the site with questions and used this site for TONS of info... more

“Liposuction, Tummy Tuck & Butt Lift...”

Pros- I did everything every thing all at once so don't have to keep having different surgeries & paying a lot more.... Cons- It was a lot of work, not being able to sleep on your back or your stomach also make sure you have someone to help you, especially the first 3 days, that's when you need the most help. It was a lot of work but well worth it, it's been 5 wks post surgery &... more

“Life changing :)”

8/30/12: I just turned 40 this year and my oldest daughter (22) is about to get engaged! My youngest two (13 & 14) were born 10 months apart and I gained 70lbs total that I have just never lost. Well, I decided with this the year of milestones, I would finally take charge of my health and emotional well being and do something about it! I started eating healthy (Not a big change) and... more

“7 wks PO *new bathing suit pics*”

I am a couple of months away and I am nervous, anxious, and excited all in one! I haven't found anyone who has the exact "before" body as me. I am 5'2" and have had this hanging belly since 1989, right after my oldest son was born. I have exercised and dieted and have been successful with losing weight as well as inches. However, my stomach never goes away. I have alway been very curvy and I... more

“Today going to have dog ears remived”

Had my tummy tuck yesterday and feel great. I am forty three five foot five and 155 pounds. I also had my neck lipoed . My doctor and his staff were great he even called last night to make sure I was ok and answer any questions I had. The pain on a scale of ten is about a six but I think its so worth it. The bruising looks nasty but I have not worked up the nerve to actually look at my stomach... more

“18 Week Post Op will post new pix...”

Well ill start off by saying it is really worth it and u wont regret it at long as u find a fabulous Dr LOL. ....well I had my surgery Jun 20/2012 and im 5 weeks in so far vary vary happy still swollen and can't yet Stand straight still hunched over.but day by day I'm just going with it right now there is no bad pain anymore but its still uncomfortable somedays ..but nothing like the first.... more

“Fantastic Results from Tummy Tuck...”

I LOVE my new body after the tummy tuck. I really appreciate what Dr. Sajjadian did for me. After having two kids, I felt self-conscious and uncomfortable. When I saw the result of tummy tuck that my friend had with Dr Sajjadian, I made an appointment. Both the doctor and his front staff were very kind and made you feel very welcome. I felt at ease during consultation and was confident that I... more

“Finally GOT MY BODY BACK....7 WEEKS...”

A little about me I am 4"11 @ 133 lbs...(yikes) After being blessed with my first son (born C-section=( I was able to bounce back to my pre weight which at the time was 105 lbs...slowly I went up to 115lbs at this point i looked just right. 5 years later I took one for the team and gave brother a lil brother of course not being selfish i figured i would go back to normal weight since I... more

“Its my time now !!!!! - Upland, CA”

Ok where do I start I'm a 29 year old mother of a 12 year old young man after I had my son I snapped back quick with a lot of stretch marks but those never really bothered me much . In 2008 my father was diagnosed with brain cancer and thats where all my troubles began . I shut down and when I say I shut down I mean I REALLY SHUT DOWN !!! I am a TRUE daddys girl my dad was best friend the... more

“29 WKS POST OP..LOVING MY FLAT BELLY!!!”

Hello everyone i am new to this site and i would also like to share my experience w all u! i am a mother of 2 beautiful children daughter 6 and son 2...both delivered via c sec! ever since i had my daughter i have always wanted to have a tummy tuck and now that both my husband and i have agreed were done w babies i am going to give myself this present!! i am scheduled to have my surgery in... more

“1 year post op tummy tuck”

Hey everyone I thought I would share a little about myself and my reasons for deciding to get a tummy tuck. I'm a single mommy of 2 awesome kidos. I was blessed to have a boy and a girl. But as many of you women know pregnancy can take a major toll on our bodies. Already being the chubby child growing up I always had to work extra hard to keep slim. And even then my abs never looked the... more

“3 weeks post op...TT W/ Lipo of...”

25 year old, African American, mother of 1, more to come, but no time soon, lol...ready to enjoy this body baby!So I got my labs and and clearance from my primary physician on March 30th 2012 I am pretty psyched about getting everything done my pre op is scheduled for april 11th and my operation is stll scheduled for April 26th2012 I am posting some pics of what I look like right now... I am... more

“Tummy Tuck After Gastric Bypass -...”

I had a gastric bypass about 18 years ago and lost 120 pounds. I had 2 children and maintained my weight at around 140-145 lbs. I just had a tummy tuck 4 weeks ago. I was expecting pain and suffering, but was pleasantly surprised to have very little to none. My doctor uses a marcaine pain pump after surgery and I never even felt it when it ran out. My back hurt more than anything else. My... more

“Tummy Tuck for The "Older" Woman -...”

I am 51 years old and have had two children, one was a c-section. Back when I was in my 20's and had my c-section, they cut through my muscle. Of course, nothing was the same afterwards. After 25 years in a bad marriage and divorce, I gained and lost weight which added to the tire around my middle. Three years ago, I had a breast lift and was extremely happy with my plastic surgeon and the... more

“Very Happy with results! TT and MR...”

Hello. I'm 34 and have lost 75 pounds over a year and a half. Blood, sweat and tears. No pregnancies but am in need of a BL, BA and TT. I still have 15 more pounds to lose but have decided to move forward and start getting some consults. I've been saving up vacation days for the surgery and I should have 3 weeks in January, so I'm looking at Jan or Feb for a surgery date... more

“Excellent Skill, Care and Results -...”

The reason I went in for a consultation is because I'd had 4 cesareans, a hernia repair and a full abdominal hysterectomy. My stomach had been through so much!! Although I am a relatively thin person, my scar was terrible and the scar tissue had become thick. Dr. D. suggested a full tummy tuck and after answering all my questions, I decided this was the best option. It's been 7... more

“Tummy Tuck Here I Come! - San...”

I'm 33 years young, 5'6" & 190lbs. I use to weigh 298lbs. I choose to have a tummy tuck because I've lost over 100lbs in the last year an half. I'll add pictures soon.Here is some pictures of my tummy :0( I'm so ready for my tummy to look like a happy tummy and not a sad tummy :0/Only 2 more days! I'm starting to get a little nervous! I've taken care of everything... more

“So Amazing.... - Newport Beach, CA”

I had a tummy tuck and it looks amazing...but I do have a scar...a very thin scar not a bad trade for a big tummy..You need to commit to your recovery and improve on your eating habits and working out. My Dr. was wonderful and explaned to me all of the pros and cons. My husband cannot belive the difference and neither can I. xoxo more

“June 3 and Each Day is Better -...”

Hey Everybody! All your posts have been so helpful so I have decided to chronicle my own journey, which will hopefully help someone else with hers. I am a 43 yo mom of two teenagers. My body never bounced back from having children quite to where I wanted it to be. I saw a PS for a TT consult and he didn't think my tummy warranted one, but suggested liposuction instead. I had my inner... more

“6 Days Post Tummy Tuck with Lipo to...”

The first few days are a haze, the pain pump was removed day five. It was a great help I'm sure. My dr keeps the drains in until postop day 11. So, that's what I'm waiting for now. Standing straight up as of today. Not taking any pain medication just an antibiotic and finishing up the stool softener. Overall, I feel pretty good, except I'm not used to feeling my muscles... more

“Full TT, muscle repair and lipo on...”

Hi everyone! I love this realself community, it has really helped me get over the guilt of spending this money on myself and the anxiety of getting my tummy tuck. I am 40 yrs old and have three children ages 20,19,11. After My first two pregnancies I went back to my very thin self with no problem but my last pregnancy I kept more of the weight and of course since i was older now my... more

“FTT, Muscle Repair and Umbilical...”

I am 28 years old and I have 2 children! My first was 9lbs 3 oz and left me with tons of loose skin and stretch marks on my tummy. I work out 2-3 days a week and I weigh 115lbs and I'm 5'3". The rest of my body looks great except for my tummy! I went to a doctor about my outie belly button and found out it was an umbilical hernia! I was so suprised! So I decided to see if my... more

“Recommendation - Newport Beach, CA”

It was depressing to wake up and look at sagging skin and fatty tummy which diet and exercise could not fix. My clothes fit better and look better and I am no longer embarassed of my belly. more

“Terrific Tummy Tuck - Newport Beach, CA”

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“Scheduled for March 8th, 2011 -...”

I am having my surgery on March 8th and I am so terrified to do so. I have had other surgeries and was not the least bit afraid, but this one scares the crap out of me. Have anyone of you experienced this? I am reading all of these letters and I must admit that I am feeling a little better about it. I am about 40 lbs overweight too and I am reading that it won't be as effective if you... more

“Tummy Tuck in April 2011 (End of...”

Hello Ladies, glad to find this site. So many things going through my head before the big day. April 15, (kids on springbreak)is the day for me. I waited 19 years for this. I have 19 yr old girl and 9 yr old boy. Lets just say when your younger, skin much easier to tighten back by exercise, but as you get older it's get harder and its not the same. I have few concerns maybe you ladies can... more

“Tummy Tuck Revesion - Newport Beach, CA”

I am a very small frame 132lb 52 yerass old woman. I had a bad tummy tuck done in 1996 with a horizontal scar and a deformed belly button. After some post menopausal weight gain in the last year in addition to my scoliosis, it looked like I was 6 months pregnant all the way from below the breast, more so on my left side.all efforts to use spanx and hide it did not go well and I am just a... more

“Tummy Tuck, Abdominoplasty - Best...”

I had 3 caesarian sections approximately 25-30 years earlier. I have working out at gym 6-7 days a week for at least a year. I wanted to complete my goal of investing and improving myself. I was up and around back working in just a few days. I was relatively pain free after the first 72 hours. I look great. Everyone compliments me on how great I look. It was worth every penny and the... more

“Consultation Tomorrow - Brea, CA”

I have my first consultation tomorrow for a tummy tuck and possible BA. I am 5'11" and I weigh 170 pounds. I have lost 100 pounds in the last 3 years and as a result I have a lot of excess skin around my stomach and breasts. I have some current pictures and if anyone could give me any pointers or comments, they would be greatly appreciated. So I went in for a few consul more

“Extended Tummy Tuck in 4 Days!! Also...”

Hello, I first want to thank everyone for posting here, it certainly is helpful to me as I prepare (mentally) for my upcoming procedure. I will post before and afters as well. I have had 2 pregnancies and have always had a fairly flat tummy. I'm 47 years old and it seems in the last couple years my skin laxity has changed drastically along with the muffin top that seems to be getting... more

“Mom of 3, Age 32 - Had a Tummy Tuck...”

I am a mom of three boys ages 9-5-3. I had a tummy tuck last Wednesday. I had a breast lift back in August and I was super happy with the results and the pain was nothing so I decided to have a tummy tuck and my thighs done.The pain was alot more that I anticipated. After having three natural births with no pain killers I always tho more

“Tummy Tuck & Breast Augmentation...”

I have always been overweight all of my life. it has always been a constent battle both inside my mind as well as my outside body. at 18 i was 205 and only 4'11". i finally decided i needed to do something about it. i lost 50 lbs in about a year with diet and exercise. then i got pregnant and went back up to 205. this was just an ongoing battle and my body was not recovering very well to... more

“Very Fit Mom of Two Gets Full Tummy...”

I am a 40 year old mom of two. I have been very fit and have exercised 3-6 days per week for the last 20 years. After my second pregnancy I realized that no matter how much I diet and exercise, the bulge in my belly would not disappear. My problem was not loose skin or excess fat. I learned that I had diastasis recti. This is where your midline abdominal muscles separate during pregnancy... more

“Tummy Tuck/breast Lift - How Should...”

I got my tummy tuck/breast lift exactly 4 weeks ago. I loved the results! I loved the results from day one. The pain wasn't as bad as I had expected and I can't believe how flat my belly is!I still get very tired just doing my regular routine. This includes taking kids to school, shopping, regular mom stuff. The more I walk my abs feel really tight and I get worn out more

“Shocking Electrical Pains and Loss...”

I had a full tummy tuck and liposuction over 3 years ago. For some reason my Doctor felt I was high risk for blood clots and had me give myself Heparin shots for a week before the surgery and even the morning of the surgery. I woke up in the recovery room of her clinic in SEVERE pain on my left side. After screaming and yelling at the nurse to get the DR., the nurse unwrapped my bandages and... more

“Tummy Tuck After Losing 60lbs”

I decided to get a tummy tuck and breast augmentation after I lost 60 pounds. I had a significant amount of excess skin around my abdomen and breast. I decided to finally get my full TT and a breast augmentation this summer 2009.  I've always suffered from being overweight since childhood.  I had my daughter at 18 and after having her I weighed 220 lbs and I'm on more

“I've Wanted a Tummy Tuck for 20...”

I wanted to have a tummy tuck for 20 years- and finally got the courage to do it. My Doctor was excellent both in bedside manner and in his skills as a surgeon and artist. I had very little recovery discomfort. My healing has been quick and easy. I now have the tummy that I never had as a teenager. I would recommend this procedure to anyone who is thinking about it. more

“Hard Rock Area After Tummy Tuck with...”

I had a a huge belly, I looked like I was 9 months prego. Now my belly looks flat, not completely flat, but doc. says im still pretty swollen. Its been 4 weeks since my tummy tuck with Pelvic Lift. Everything seems to be healing properly. But I am worried because I have this area that is hard like rock. Its the size of a oval small potato...and its right below the incision line and more