Plantation Tummy Tuck Doctors and Reviews

“Happy Mama!! - Miami, FL”

On March 26 I had a TT with MR, lipo to lower and upper back and flank areas, the actual incision never hurt but what it killed me was the lipo, also my PS did an excellent job with my abs that I couldn't walk straight until week 4 , I'm so grateful I had 5 weeks off from work, today is week 6 and still sore still wearing my compression garment which is driving me insane!!! but I had... more

“April 26 Day of Transformation -...”

Today is Apr 24,2012 exactly 2 days until my surgery! I'm so excited and nervous.... I am 40 yrs old 5'8 219 lbs all belly because I love my other curves I do workout about 3 days a week and lost a total of 38 lbs and still trying to lose more. I'm going to get a tummy tuck plus lipo on my love handles, lower and upper back. I am traveling from Maryland to Miami to get my procedure... more

“Finally Got It Scheduled!! -...”

I am the mother of three, the youngest is twenty. I have been trying to hide this muffin top for a long time and now I have had it! I am ready to get my self esteem back when it comes to how I look in my clothes.Ok my nerves are getting the best of me!! I am scared and excited at the same time. Starting to change my mind about the BBL, is this normal to get chickened out?If anyone is looking... more

“Outstanding Clinician, Superb Staff...”

I'm a post-gastric bypass patient in need of cleaning up the loose skin that happens from significant weight loss-a little bit everywhere. For the scope of work and the number of procedures it will take to accomplish this, I require a super-high comfort level WITH and confidence IN the surgeon I assign to task in this. With Dr. Yovino and his staff I KNOW I am at the right place:) My... more

“Update... Pics ....Tummy Tuck -...”

After 3 c sections (vertical) my tummy looked very ugly. Eventhough it wasn't noticeable with the clothing, I still hated looking in the mirror. So I decided that a tummy tuck was the answer. Iam currently 2wks post op from a tummy tuck and lipo of my flanks. The first 2 days for me were the most painful. After that it has mainly been very uncomfortable. My ab area is still swollen ,... more

“July 20, 2012 BBL and TT in Aventura, FL”

I am 24 years old, will be 25 day of my surgery! I am 5'5 or 5'6 and currently weigh 150-155. I have a 6 year old and I am married. Most if my young adult age I was busy with school, work, and wife/mother duties. I gained so much weight and I was not happy with my body and stretch marks. I felt so depressed when I would see the girls my age with 2 pieces and just looking FAB. I... more

“4 days to go, FTT Lipo & BR!! OMG!!!”

Super nervous and ecited all in one. I still can't believe I've decided to do this but, its ben long over due. I had my second child on 9/16/11 weighing 200 pounds the day of her delivery. I've been battling with my weigh ever since and I finally got the courage to do something about it. I've already lost 33 pounds since and I've decided that I need a breast reduction and a... more

“Finally I'm Getting a TT - Weston, FL”

Hello Realself, My Name is Doll,i'm 27 years old,mother of 2.A boy(9)and a girl(4) I've always been unhappy with my tummy, I've done a lot of research and found a doctor that i'm comfortable with...I went to my appt last saturday(02/25)everything went well.I picked up my medications today.I'm sooooo ready to get the big belly off****I will post before pics soon:) more

“He disappointed me - Miami, FL”

BREAST AND TUMMY TUCK AND LIPO   did my daughters breast and then he did mine. i was so pleased, i went and got a tummy tuck, well the first time around i was there getting needles stuck in me to drain fluid and ended up with a scare on my navel. so i went back to give him a second chance even though i have a scare at my navel now so he could try and fix his mistake. in between... more

“9 DAY POST OP- TT with BBL May 11,...”

Hey everyone, I'm having a tummy tuck together with a Brazilian butt lift at the same time May 11th 2012. I'm 30 with 3 daughters ages 7,8,10. I've wanted a tuck since I had the 1st child. I'm nervous to have the 2 procedures done at the same time but doc does zoo much lipo during a tummy tuck that they prefer to just put it in the butt then and there. Im also nervous of the... more

“Tummy Tuck/Chin Implant - Miami...”

I'm 34 years old i have 3 boys 13,10,4. I'm not doing this tummy tuck because i was over weight or because the pregnancies left me with a tummy. Ive had a tummy since i was little i never was a girl with a flat tummy. i wish i was. so i have always had to deal with hiding my tummy. now its bigger and floppy. jeans fold under my tummy pops out. its so ugly. for once want to feel flat... more

“Slow but Sure - Fort Lauderdale, FL”

I am 54 years old my son is 32 I gained approximately 80 pounds during pregnancy. I also yo yo dieted for years. I always wanted to have this and finally pulled the trigger. I have always had a belly it seems like, no matter my weight. I choose my surgeon based initially on location, recommendation, and price. After my consultation I was very impressed with him and moved forward with the... more

“Sharing my Story.... - Miami, FL”

Well hello everyone!!! Would like to start by saying I am so glad I found this website :) So let me tell you a little bit about myself; I am 29 years old with 3 boys (ages 12, 8 & 1) been married for almost a decade. I am 5’ 3” currently 122lbs, not overweight however the damages from pregnancy are definitely visible (no matter how much weight I lose the saggy belly wont... more

“2 weeks after TT, BBL, thrilled with...”

Hello, I am 35, mother of three boys, 10, 5 and 1. In all my three pregnancies I gained close to 60 lbs, I did managed to lose the 60 lbs each time, but of course i have the saggy skin left and somehow i still look 4 months pregnant, I am sure some of you gals might relate lol. Also, I have some strechmarks under my belly button area. I thought first that by doing smart lipo in my belly would... more

“Tummy Tuck/No Liposuction - Miami, FL”

The first moments after surgery on 03/2011 was'nt bad at all. If you count in the fact that I left my pain medication at home it really was okay. The thing about my tuck is that not having lipo left me with huge flanks. This makes me very unhappy. I was really in bad shape before the surgery i lost over 40 pounds and needed the work. My expectations I believe to be very realistic,... more

“23yr Old TUMMY TUCK WITH AMAZING...”

I'm 23 and looked like the "Michelin tire guy" at 5'1 and 169Lbs I had all types rolls and lumps and my belly button looked like it was frowning all the time! it was embarrassing I would dress all the time in big shirts and sweatpants and totally avoided the beach and pool! but thanks to Dr. Perry its all different now i can ware bikini's little dresses low rise... more

“I Love my Belly - Miami, FL”

Had a TT+lipo June 22nd. I had thought about it for ever but knew I had to loose weight to get the best results so I got to it and lost 37 pounds going from a size 16 to a size 8 :) in only 5 months I went from couch potato to running a triathlon However my belly was so big and flabby :( I went to see two doctors and I was very happy with the answers and approach of both, but the pricing... more

“New Belly - Miami, FL”

I'm 34 years old and have 2 beautiful boys. The oldest is 3 and the youngest is 8 months. Got married on my 30th birthday following month got pregnant with my first. I weighed 110 lbs when I got pregnant and the day I delivered him, via c-section I weighed 202 lbs. Yes, I gained 92 lbs. It took me a year to drop to 135. I got pregnant last year in February, gained 57 lbs with this... more

“I'm Ready for a New Start with a New...”

I'm a mommy with two kids - 5 and 11. Like many of the women on the site, I had the amazing blessing of babies and it's something I wouldn't trade for anything in the world! However, two pregnancies definitely destroyed my once taut, pretty tummy. I have always been quite slim- 118-120 pounds and eat healthy, but the saggy "soufflé" tummy never goes away. I... more

“Almost a Flat Belly - Coral Springs, FL”

I had a lot of excess skin due to 3 pregnancies and my whole mid section filled with stretch marks. During the tummy tuck about 60-70% of the stretch marks were removed (I still have from my pubic line to just under my belly button, before they went up to under my breast!). The Dr. also lipo'd my waist and love handles and I am very satisfied with my new figure! I had the procedure... more

“Excitement to Fear - Fort Lauderdale, FL”

Well. after four months and three consulations later, ive made a decision to go for it. I was sooo excited, and know feel fear. My doctor gave me a 4 page list of things that could go wrong, just to educate me, and probably to cover his butt, i would imagine! eheheh. My main concern is PAIN...i almost have to be sedated to get my teeth clean! I only have two weeks off work, and only one week... more

“Tummy tuck & lipo day 3 - Miami, FL”

Feel a little better i can actually waddle to the rest room i look like a penguin lmao.. i saw my belly for the first time yeserday looks pretty good just realy realy swollen. i have a tiny belly button lol who would have thought huh. To be truthful this is very painful. i am swollen from head to toe. The worse part is when i cough it feels like im going to rip open. today is day three.... more

“So Scared - Miami, FL”

50 years old and had 2 c-sections. I'm very active, exercise everyday and have for the past 20 years and yet I can't get rid of the belly. I always have to tuck it in and I'm tired of it. I am so terrified of the recovery. I've read too many horror stories and most everyone says it hurts like hell. I've suffered from panic attacks years ago and I'm scared of being... more

“Very Swollen - Miami, FL”

Hello. I'm new to this forum. Im very very concerned about the swelling in my belly. Today is my 10th day and I feel extremely swollen. I called my doctor yesterday and he said it was normal to be swollen as long as it was hard and not soft as if I have alot of fluid. I see him Sat, but im still very concerned. I have seen some post op pictures of other at day 10 and it doesnt seem like... more

“Dr. B Make Dreams Come True! - Miami, FL”

After losing 45 lbs, I wanted my body to reflect the person that I truly am. I did not want to live with a fat, flabby stomach. Recovery is going very well for me. It was tough the first few days, but every day gets easier. The pain was always manageable, though I am still sore from the lipo. When I take a shower, although it feels great, I can't wait to get more

“A Great Experience with a Staff That...”

I had a tummy tuck with liposuction all around my torso and chin and a fat transfer to the buttocks. It was ABSOLUTELY worth it!!! The first couple days after the tummy tuck were hell but after a couple weeks when the results are showing it makes all of the pain and discomfort worth it. All I'm left with now is a body that I'm so proud of. In the end if I had to go back I would... more

“Worth It So Far, but Stomach So...”

Tomorrow will be one week since my tummy tuck and it still hurts decently when doing certain things. My stomach is so tight so that is what I feel. I can't cough or sneeze or cry because then the pain is unbearable. I'm supposed to go back to work on Thurs. but I'm not sure I can do that. The stomach though is flat. I can't wait to go to the Dr. and get this drain out of me.... more

“Tummy Tuck W/ Lipo at Age 39 After 1...”

I'm so happy I finally decided to do this.... after many panic attacks and sleepless nights trying to make up my mind. I was absoultely petrified of the thought of general anasthitia. It has not been an easy process; recovery is MUCH slower than I expected and I've had a few set-backs with infection and constipation, but I'm well on my way to recovery now. For sure, anyone... more

“Good Tummy Tuck Experience”

Went in to have my tummy tuck on yesterday. ever thing went well i will post pictures soon when i feel a little better. Thank for all of your support.Just a little bit about the surgery. my Doctor was so amazizg and his staff i went in at 7am and my surgery was over at 12noon. Went to my room you do sleep alot the first day stayed over night in the hospital. Not so much pain am taking... more

“Leg Swelling Post Tummy Tuck”

I lost 125 lbs and had a lot of excess skin and my abdominal wall was greatly protruding. I got the surgery to reward myself for all my hard work.I had a tummy tuck last wednesday, Dec. 23rd. Is it normal to have a swelling in the thighs and buttocks? I also have swelling in my calves and ankles so I put on compression stockings to help. It has helped but they only go so high and my thighs and... more

“Tummy Tuck 6 Weeks Ago, Still Have...”

Treatment overall was good. being that i no longer was on antibiotics i experienced infection "cellulitis" after my drainaged tube was taken out. i am still healing and doing ultrasound treatment to decrease the scar from my tummy tuck.i had a tummy tuck 6 weeks ago. i have old stretch marks above my incision rising up to my belly button. i wanted to know if there was an efficient... more

“Will Tubal Ligation 2 Years Later...”

My tummy tuck was successful except the scar should have been a touch lower. I don't want to ruin anything that was done but I do want a tubal ligation and wonder if it will affect any of the tummy tuck work. I do not want the tubal ligation done vaginally.I had a full tummy tuck done two years ago after my 2nd child. Now I am considering tubal ligation. Since it will not be done vaginally, I... more

“Tummy Tuck for Stretched Skin After...”

After having two kids I was working out and dieting to get my pre-pregnancy weight back and although I had accomplish that the skin on my tummy had stretch so much that no amount of crunch helped.so I decided it was time to do a tummy tuck. I have been extremely pleased with the results and have no regrets about taking this step.I had my Tummy tuck done a year ago but recently there has been... more

“Tummy Tuck Scar Too High on my Hips.”

I got a TT done to get rid of loose skin after my pregnancies. Im happy with the outcome of the tightness of my belly but not my scar, it is too high on my hips but not on my pubic area. The scar is really depressing me.In order to get a scar revision i would like if a professional would answer my question. I know i have to see my doctor but my appointment is in October and i cant wait for a... more

“Age 29, 4 Children, Considering Scar...”

Im 4 weeks out on a full TT and am happy with the overall result, but not with how high my scar is on the sides and how my stretch marks are bunch up together on the sides.Im 29 and have 4 children 1,3,9 and 12 years of age so saying that thats why i had a TT done. I've been very down about this and need answers from an outside source besides my family they only try to make me feel better but... more

“Tummy Tuck for a Little Extra Fat...”

I wish I had never done this! What can I do to have this corrI had a tummy tuck in March 09.I was not a large person size 2-4 to begin with and very athletic but had a little extra fat and skin after kids.After 2 weeks my Dr. took out drains. But my stomach would still collect fluid and he was draining every week with a needle for 5 weeks after. But then the scar site would not heal and... more

“TUMMY TUCK..BEST EXP EVER!”

I have to admit it was the worst pain of my life..I didn't know when it was going to end..and my dr. said tummy tucks are the most painful of all plastic surgeries. I am now 10 days post op and I would now..today..say I recommend it. I just didnt know when the pain would be over, and I would stand up straight. I have heard some stories of people saying it was horrible, but it seemed like... more