Arnold Tummy Tuck Doctors and Reviews

“On my Own - Maryland, MD”

So...I'm a 35 yr old mom of 2: a 2 yr old + a 7 month old. Been checking out reviews since last year. My surgery date is actually tomorrow and I'm both nervous and excited. My hubby and parents don't agree with my decision to get a tummy tuck. My mom went as far as saying she won't come to my house again if i go through with it. I love my mom but I'm an adult and I've made my decision. I love... more

“3 Weeks Post Op - Baltimore, MD”

I'm a 31 year old mother of 3 boys (13, 11, & 8) I have thought and wanted this for the last 8 years if not longer. I have also opt to have Breast implants at the same time get it all done in one shot. I knew we were done having children and wanted to be able to wear a bathing suit w/o sucking my belly in so I didn't look like I was 4 months pregnant. The stretch marks didn't really bother... more

“Summer Body Here I Come - Baltimore, MD”

I schedule a appointment in Dec 2012 for Johns Hopkins Cheif Resident Clinic. I had my appt on March 20, 2013 the total cost for a 3hr visit for tummy tuck with muscle repair And lipo to the flanks is 3,640 . I can't wait I'm nervous but the resident I met with was super nice and he's graduation soon .. Today is May 26,2013 and I'm here for my preop appt. I had my tummy tuck with minor... more

“3wks Post Op!!! Loving This Decision”

Hello, Hello, Hello!! Finally, I decided to get my sexy on. 38yr old mother of 2 (16,1), yes you read the ages correctly. I decided on my procedure after my son when I hit my heaviest of 220lbs at 5'2, n my "extra baggage" seemed to just hang around even more. I love all the reviews n support received on here, especially for this long journey. Procedure complete, now the struggle begins.Saw my... more

“So Far So Good - Towson, MD”

I was scared at first, but I hated looking at myself in the mirror. The more pictures I took of myself, the more disgusted I become. Stress started to kick in about my appearance. I decided to do something about my stomach! Even though I had my tummy tuck done two weeks and some days ago....I'm seeing a big difference and so far very satisfied! My life has already changed because I'm happy to... more

“Awesome Surgeon (And Human Being!)...”

I have had several procedures with Dr. Rad in two operations, including a tummy tuck, liposuction, and blepharoplasty (removal of fat bags under the eyes). Except for the eyes, the other procedures were due to issues following weight loss from a gastric bypass. I am thrilled with the results -- "Body by Rad"!  more

“I Made It 2 Wks Post Op Only to Have...”

Im 26 yrs old and I have 4 kids (10,4,2, and 1). I've always been thick but I hate my stomach and would never openly show it to my worst enemy. I didn't think I would actually go through with the tt but once I put my $$$ where my mouth was it was not turning back. I was terrified the morning of the surgery but everything happened so fast that just as soon as I climbed up on that operating... more

“Tummy Tuck With Dr. Gary Burton -...”

I had one tummy tuck which was done terribly by Dr. Gary Burton in Bowie MD. I was so frantic to go back under the knife he ruined my life if you asked me he only tried to fix the problem but couldn't, complained against him I hope this review will help someone who may be considering him before it to late because based on my experience he is not skilled in doing a tummy tucks and replacing the... more

“Overweight My Entire Life + PCOS...”

It’s been four years in the making. My first cosmetic consultation was in the fall of 2009, and I have since had four additional consultations. In late 2012 I finally selected the surgeon who will perform a tummy tuck + flank liposuction on me Friday, February 22nd. MY BACKGROUND: I’m an African American woman that, according to that gawd-awful BMI calculator, is morbidly obese.... more

“The Final Chapter - Baltimore,”

I am a 47 yr old mother of 3, 2 girls 20 & 22 yrs old and a son who is 18. Just recently I got my stuff together and lost the 40lbs of baby fat i obviously have been carrying around for 18 years! Not entirely true, but you get my point. I am looking forward to having a stretch mark free stomach and flat belly with tight stomach muscles! I have considered doing something a few times but the... more

“22 days post op Baltimore, MD”

Hellos ladies I'm back. I'm 26 years old and I have 2 kids 8 and 4. I really hate the way my body looks and I'm finally going to do something about it. I was supposed to have my tummy tuck done on March 5th 2012 but I had to cancel it due to financial reasons. I was so hurt, but I'm definitely doing it this time. I go Feb 20th 2013. I am getting a tummy tuck, lipo to the back/waist and a... more

“Tummy Tuck - Baltimore, MD”

My skin had stretched from pregnancies and weight gain and loss. The day of surgery her anesthesiologist was on point, took good care of me, next thing I knew I was in recovery. I was back to work in two weeks. My healing was quick with no complications. The scar is fading fast, my incision was really long but she allowed for it to be hidden under the tiniest panties so I still feel beautiful.... more

“39 and I'm So Ready! - Bowie, MD”

Hello Everyone! After being a mom since 1989 I'm so ready to get this jelly blob off!! No seriously I'm a mother of 4 kids ages 23, 19, 18, and 9. Recently seperated. And Only 5 feet 1 inch if that. With each child I looked like Octo-mom pregnant. So imagine the amount of loose skin that I have. To top it off my hips can easily meaure close to 50" so I'm going for inner and outer lipo of... more

“Tummy Tuck Part 2: Enjoying the flat...”

To first read part 1 of my Tummy Tuck journey, please click here. 8 weeks post op. Hello 5 lbs of weight gain. :-/ I've been trying to eat healthy but recently I think my will power is low. I have been so strict with diet that now I've been craving sugar and salt like there is no tomorrow. Yesterday and today, my husband doesn't even know what I ate. I had a hot fudge sundae for breakfast... more

“6 weeks PO, scar therapy!!!!! Bowie, MD”

Hello everyone. I am so happy to be here, on this site and this close to the flat side. I'm a 38 yr old mother of 3, ages 17, 13, and 8. I've been thinking of having this done since the birth of my youngest son which was by c-section. I consider myself a very confident person but no matter how much weight I lose or have lost (yoyo weight) my stomach was always an issue. So now that the... more

“TT / Flank Lipo at 50 -Baltimore, MD”

I've always had a pannicular fold, and after losing a significant amount of weight, realized this was simply not going to go away and further, it was starting to be problematic because of rashes/irritation coinciding with my increased exercise routines and sports activities. I am not at my ideal weight and during consult I was a 225. The first assessment was that I needed to lose more... more

“Tummy Tuck with Lipo to the Flanks -...”

I am very excited about my procedure that is coming up just under two weeks. I am 41 years old and I have two children, 22 and 12. I have been thinking about this procedure for about 2 years now and I have been to several PS to decide on a doctor. I ended up going to the very 1st one that I visited nearly 2 years ago. Dr. Lickstein with the Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland along with his... more

“Tummy Tuck and Lipo of Flanks -...”

I'm a mother of 6 with my latest baby being born may 2010. I decided to get a tummy tuck after realizing that this time around my tummy didn't bounce back as usual. I stopped breast feeding my son in February of 2012 and went on an all out fitness routine and successfully lost 25 pounds; however, after getting back down to below my pre-pregnancy weight, I noticed my tummy had very little... more

“Amazing! Stomach Was Damaged After 4...”

The skin on my stomach was seriously damaged due to four pregnancies. The skin was loose and wrinkled. My muscles were damaged, and you could not see my belly button due to the loose skin. I wore loose shirts for many years to hide this. However, after 10 years, a friend suggested that I see Dr. Mess. After my first consultation, Dr. Mess was amazingly friendly. Her confidence and knowledge of... more

“4 Days PO and Couldn't Be Happier -...”

I went in Friday Sep 14th at 8am for a full TT, MR and Lipo of the flanks and mons. I was so nervous about the pain. I prepared myself for the worst. I had BA 4 years ago and C-section 2 years ago. I mentally prepared for this to be worse then the other procedures I''ve had. I can't tell you how scared I was with pain as I am a BIG BIG baby! I woke up in the recovery room got right up and... more

“Tummy Tuck-Best Thing I Ever Did -...”

I went to Dr Shermak based on a referral from another doctor. I am so glad with the results. After 3 children I had no waist and had to tuck my skin into my pants. She did a tummy tuck and some love handle lipo. Pain was pretty bad for weeks but it was worth it. Now I have a nice waistline and feel confident in my clothes. My only regret is that I didn't do it sooner! I think she did a... more

“Really Nervous For My Turn - Towson, MD”

My best friend had a tummy tuck she had a belly the size of a 6 month pregnant person and just having her surgery in the begining of may now has a stomach unbelievable.I have a roll at the top and one at the bottom and really nervous that it's not gonna turn out as good as I want it to. I wanted this surgery for a few years now.It has been four days since my surgery.Thank god for my oldest... more

“Making a Decision! - Maryland, MD”

Hello everyone I just joined today. I was very satisfied with how everyone seem to help each other. I am 25 years old and weight about 300 lbs. I have always been around 220-230lbs all my life over the past couple of years I've gained weight. I'm seriously thinking about TT what are your thoughts for a new comer like me at such a young age. I have added pictures of my huge belly area,... more

“Let the Countdown Begin! Finally...”

Hello beautiful one's! I am a soon to be 33 year old mother of one wonderful, amazing and handsome 12 year old son. He is a great child but he was not kind to my midsection at all! So after debating and finally getting over the fear I have decided to go for it and get a tummy tuck! I am 5'9, around 188 lbs but I am not sure (I hate scales) and so ready to wear a bikini! I will be going to my... more

“Tummy Tuck First....4 Weeks Later I...”

Good Morning Ladies, I started on this site because I was nervous and I wanted to hear from other women. Number 1 this site has been so helpful and I appreciate all of the comments and stories that women have shared. I had my tummy tuck this morning, it is now 2 am and I am feeling great....I have been taking my meds around the clock my doctor put a pain pump in which I think is my first... more

“Tummy Tuck Anxiety!!! - Baltimore, MD”

Hello ladies of realself this is my first time, so please bare with me. I am scheduled for TT on May 31, 2012 and I am starting to get a little nervous. I am 47 years old, kids are grown and I wanted to do something for myself. I have so many thoughts racing through my head; will my stomach be flat, how long will I be out of work, is my stomach too big...the list goes on and on. I know I am... more

“After 2 Months I'm HAPPY with my...”

It's been 2 months today and I couldn;t be happier. I went through an emotional rollacoaster with the whole process. The surgery itself went well, It was the healing process that depressed me. (YOU ALL HAVE TO PREPARE YOURSELF MENTALLY) 4 weeks post op my doctor found a hole on my incision. It was nightmare!! I developed a hole becuase my body rejected aa stitch that was suppose to... more

“NEW PICTURES - 7 months Post-op.....”

I am a 37 year old mother of two beautiful girls who has always wanted to fix my ugly stomach after my second daughter was born. I have several stretch marks and loose skin around my abdomen. I also have larger breasts that sagged after nursing both of my girls. My surgery is just 7 days away and along with a fully tummy tuck I am having liposuction of my flanks, inner and outer thighs and... more

“Flatt now. TT TUCK LIPO and Rhino...”

I am 35 years old, 5’7, 187 pounds, and my pants are size 12 on a good day! I had a C section 7 years ago and gained 50 pounds over the years. The main reason why I decided to go for Tummy Tuck with Liposuction of the flanks is because I want to look like myself again. I wanted to regain confidence in the way I look, be able to wear the clothes I love, I wanted to get rid of the saggy... more

“I Feel Amazing About my Body Now! -...”

I have had 4 children. I exercise regularly (4x/wk) and eat healthy, still, I could not lose the extra skin in my belly area. After consulting with 3 Drs. in the area, there was no doubt in my mind that Dr. Ashruf would provide me with the best care & attention. I love my belly now and I feel confident with myself and the way I look. My skin no longer hangs over my jeans. My "jello... more

“Tummy Tuck and Lipo of the Flanks-...”

I am a 29 year old bi-racial woman. I gave birth to my son at the age of 15. My stomach was stretched beyond the stretch! LOL...I was so young and naive that I thought my stomach would go back to the way it was. I was SO wrong! I have been thinking about doing this for years and now I have finally came to my decision!!I forgot to mention in my 1st review that I am 5' 1 and 125 lbs. So...Im... more

“10 weeks post op- can anyone sleep...”

My consult is scheduled for Tuesday March 20th! Any one with advice or questions you forgot to ask that you think may be helpful please post and i'll ask them! Lol! If you have experience with Dr. Tattlebaum, I'm interested in hearing from you too. Those of you in recovery, I am reading your stories and praying for all of you and so excited for you! All of your advice is so... more

“6 weeks PO and had a set back”

Hello Real Self, I have decided to join after reading and looking at other's reviews and pictures. I only have 6 days to go and extremly excited and nervous. I am 29 with 2 beautiful kids. I had my first child at 18 so it wasn't two hard to get back a shape (I had a stomach but nothing like now) After I had my daughter at 25 it went downhill. I just got married June 11, 2011. I... more

“Navy Mom - Maryland”

Hi my name is Kandice and I am in the United States navy. I am the mother of two. I had my first child at age 18 and my second at 19, they are a year and nine days apart to be exact. Before children I was 130 and after I was 215. Somehow I managed to get down to 160 where I am fighting to stay at. The reason I chose to get a tummy tuck is because I work out more than three times a week and... more

“Tummy Tuck/lipo to Flank and Hernia...”

I've always been self conscious of my tummy but managed to hide it pretty well in clothes. After having two wonderful children, I was left with 2 hernias ( umbililical and epigastric) and it became clear, I needed them repaired. I was able to ignore them for years but since turning 40, they appeared to be getting larger. I completed my first triathlon last August and I was shocked at how I... more

“Wonderful Bedside Manner, ONLY...”

Medically necessary, HUGE DIASTASIS RECTI tear of my core after having two babies, I ripped through 7-8 layers and like 6" wide, like 9-10" long opening in my small-waisted, small frame, and had huge babies. I was in massive all over pain for a year before surgery, could hardly get out of bed, looked 7 mos pregnant and physical therapy made it worse, even she agreed, she'd never... more

“Tummy Tuck with Lipo to Flanks,...”

Ever since I had my son 12 years ago I have not been able to get back into a bathing suit, tight or fitting clothing due to extra skin and stretch marks from the pregnancy. I gained 100lbs while pregnant and never went back to my pre-pregnancy weight which I am ok with I lost most of it. I do not like having saggy skin, stretch marks and having to wear larger clothes to hide my muffin top... more

“Loving the new tummy”

I had a child when I was 19. I gained alot of weight when I was pregnant. Which caused horrible stretch marks and saggy skin. I have put up with for years. I work out 4-5 days a week. I have done insanity, p90x. But the skin is still there. I decided i was not going to be happy until I had a tummy tuck. I had my tummy tuck yesterday, Jan 16th. I did not have lipo or muscle tightening. My PS... more

“What a confidence boost!”

Hey Ladies I am a mom and wife and am so ready for this tummy tuck. I am 34 years old 5'6 and 149lbs. I love my body however hate my tummy. I am so tired of when are you due question and some women just say it out of sarcasm when u looking good from head to toe in your outfit but have the 5 month old belly. Lol. My husband feel I don't need or think a few crunches will fix it... more

“Reverse Tummy Tuck - Maryland”

I went to a highly qualified surgeon (who did a beautiful job with my breast augmentation) for loose skin on my abdomen. He told me since most of my loose skin was in the upper area that a reverse tummy tuck would be to my benefit. I am 5"1 and 95 lbs. He gained my confidence and told me the the scars would not drop if so very minimally, but they would still be hidden within the breast... more

“Full TT - Maryland”

Hi all, I'm new to realself, although I have been on this website countless of times. I am a proud mommy of three beautiful kids and have a wonderful husband. I had a surgery date of March 29,2011. I let my anxiety get the best of me. Once I recieved the "packet" and read the risks, I cancelled. I regret not doing it, I am dealing with depression and sometimes feel like... more

“Full TT with muscle repair, New...”

5 2.5" Now 137 - highest around 215 goal for surgery 130 I've lost 80 plus pounds on my own and decided to be a figure competitor! I competed once with the bad belly at 131 not so cute. But I was proud to go up there. Now I am doing this! Will post more and add pictures later on tonight. Ok pictures posted. I hope I can find someone with a similar before so I can get... more

“Yay!!! - Baltimore, MD”

I'm 29 y/o no kids. I'm 5'2", Highest weight was 256 currently down to 151. Im not quite to goal, but am able to maintain my current weight. Absolutely cant wait to see my belly button again! 6-7-2011 Only 8 days to go! Had my Pre-OP apt w/my primary today. Not required but I went for my own peace of mind. Had a EKG/physical and everything looks great. Feeling a bit... more

“Tummy Tuck - Baltimore, MD”

I had surgery on 2/28/2011. I don't have any regrets about having the surgery. I haven't experienced a whole lot of pain, lots of swelling though. My stomach had a lot of loose skin and the muscle was very laxed. It has only been 2 weeks, I still have swelling mainly in the evening and at night. But I am pleased with the results so far. I can't wait until I see the final results... more

“Sick of my Saggy Stomach”

After 3 pregnancies (the last 2 close together) and a Gallbladder surgery, my stomach looks like an 90 year old Pillsbury Dough Boy. I am 32, my kids are 8, 4, & 2. I knew after my second pregnancy (when my stomach didn't bounce back like it did with my 1st) that I was getting a TT, I just didn't know when. After my 3rd child, I became so embarrassed by my stomach. It didn't... more

“Tummy Tuck Three Weeks Later with...”

I had to get a hysterectomy and added tummy tuck with abdominal repair. Although I am still about 25 pounds overweight, I am amazingly flat where I looked about 3 months pregnant. I had twins that were almost 9 pounds each 10 years ago,and my son was large. I definately needed to get this done and I am trying to be happy how I look but in addition to the obvious pain I am in, I still feel very... more

“Anonomous - Towson, MD”

To look better. The recovery was not bad, especially due to the caring staff and Dr. L. People have commented on how great I look and one friend had the same procedure I did after seeing my results. more

“I Feel Like a Movie Star! -...”

I had a breast lift, breast implant, tummy tuck and liposuction. My doctor made me come to life again. I would recommend my doctor to all of my sisters because now I feel like a movie star!! more

“Cosmetic Surgery PERFECTION -...”

Three years ago, I had a c-section with my twins and needed help to get my pre-baby body back! I had a tummy tuck,liposuction and mastopexy all at the same time a real "Mommy Makeover"! more

“Mom of Twins Finally Gets TT -...”

October 28, 2010 I am Post op day 7 of abdominoplasty, lipo, upper and lower blepharoplasty and fat transfer injections to the nasolabial folds (the line that goes from the nose around the mouth. So far I am very glad I did it. My advise in a large nutshell: 1. Get a good and qualified plastic surgeon with proper training and credentialing. Ask doctors and nurses you know for... more

“Abdominoplasty and Liposuction -...”

I finally have a flat stomach that I was never able to acheive with exercise and diet. Even before having children I never had a flat stomach--it's just not in my genes. I wish I would have done it in my 20's and saved myself years of hating my body and starving myself. more

“Nervous About Tummy Tuck - Maryland”

Hello I will have a full tummytuck on july 28. I am very nervous about the whole idea. I wish I was like others on this site and keep it myself that I am having a tt.I recieve some negative feedback than I have others who support me I have three beatuifil kids. My auntie will have them for a whole week for me. I really do not know what to expct or what to get for my recovery I order a... more

“Post op! Maryland”

I'm 45 years old and I've had four surgeries on my abdomen. Two were with kids, one was because of scar tissue, for a tubal and one was for a hysterectomy. I cannot stand having all this extra skin and fat any longer. My consultation appointment was today, July 9, 2010. I go back on August 2, 2010 for my pre-op appt. My surgery is scheduled for August 12, 2010. I will update after... more

“Mom of Three - Pre-op Appointment”

I am 24 years old. I am 5'3 180 lbs. so yes for my hieght I am overweight. I have three kids when I had my second child I began to gain weight. before kids I was always 110lbs. I have a pre op appt on July 13, if any one have any suggestion of what I should ask the ps please do so I have been reading a lot of views,and I think I am heavier than everybody on here if more

“Extended TT and Lipo to Flanks and Back”

I am 5 days out from sx and have finally moved over from nervous and conflicted to excited (and still a little nervous, lol)! I think that i am most concerned about recovery. I have heard few "horror" stories, but I am really squemish, and have had some lower back issues since my epidural with my 11 month old. I'm really hoping that I'm not so grossed out that I faint or that my... more

“Corrective Surgery for Liposuction...”

A year previous, I had lyposuction by another plastic surgeon in the Baltimore area. I was left with a very large mass of scar tissue and nothing I did or had done, corrected it. I looked like I had a fist sticking out of my stomach.Dr. M did an examination and told me he couldn't guarantee good results because he wasn't sure there was adequate blood supply to the more

“Extended Tummy Tuck with Lipo to the...”

I was very unhappy with the results, the cost, and the emotional toll it has taken on me. It was not worth it, I didnt get what i paid for, from the definition for porcedure preformed explains what your reward would be. My flanks were not corrected during surgery,i have a very uneven shape front and back. i didnt lose a single jean size. i have a overlapping of skin(muffin top) on the... more

“Tummy Tuck and Hernia Repair After 3...”

I had three c-sections resulting in an umbilical hernia that needed repairing. When having the ultrasound for the hernia I was diagnosed with diastasis recti; this condition occurs when the main abdominal muscles (called the rectus abdominus) begin to pull apart. The left and right sides of this muscle separate, leaving a gap. I wanted that repaired as well.I was excited to have my figure... more

“2 Weeks Post Op After a Tummy Tuck -...”

I have been wanting a tummy tuck for about 5 years (when I had my last child). It wasnt a hard decision, but I just didn't have the money. I had my tummy tuck 2 weeks ago and am SSSOOO happy I did. I'm still a little sore, but overall I feel great. I had my tubes pulled out a few days ago, it hurt for seconds and then I felt 100% better. I'm starting to stand up straight... more

“I Didn't Think the Pain Was Worth It...”

I didn't think the pain was worth it - though tummy looks goodTummy Tuck surgical drain line full of air due to me accidently poking it days ago with safety pin - is this bad - bulb still holds a suction. more

“Tummy Tuck Dream Come True for...”

I had numerous surgeries, that as you can in my before picture, severly altered the appearance of my abdomen.Although the appearance of my abdomen was always an issue for me, it wasn't until this year that I decided to stop living unhappy with my body and started getting more information about my options. I was thinking some sort of scar revision or laser treatment more

“One Day After Tummy Tuck, Breast...”

Well, it hasn't even been 24 hours since surgery but I wanted to give an account of what I am feeling.I have not seen anything yet, all the bandages are still in tact but I am AMAZED at how wrong I was about the pain I expected. Sure...it's not real comfy but I wouldnt even call the pain mild...its not really pain, just discomfort and I had 3 things done...tummy, boobs, and eyelids. I am... more

“Tummy Tuck 100% WORTH IT! Loving...”

After having twins, i knew that i was going to need to have a tummy tuck. after 3 years had pasted, i noticed that i was becoming someone who didn't like to be seen in public because i hated the way that i looked and the way that my clothes fit. i eventually found my Dr. in the Baltimore area and i can say that choosing him to do this surgery was the best decision that i made. i am... more

“Full Tummy Tuck Got Rid of my Pouchy...”

I had a full tummy tuck with muscle repair and lipo of my inner and outer thighs, back, subbra roll, and back of my arms. I did this mainly because my stomach was beginning to pouch over a previous scar from surgery. My plastic surgeon recommended certain procedures and I also requested specific areas for the lipo. I did a lot of research on the web and other doctors’ sites. I also... more