College Park Tummy Tuck Doctors and Reviews

“4 C-sections Later (1 10lb Baby) I...”

I am scheduled for a TT on 6/11/2012. I am a single mother of 4 and my stomach is atrocious. I have been scrimping and saving since 10/2011 to make this happen and I am so excited about. Especially after having to push my surgery date back 3 times do to work and my surgeon getting in a bad motorcycle accident. I will be getting a full tummy tuck with lipo (flanks inc) and a hernia repair. I... 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

“5 Weeks Postop - Full Tummy Tuck...”

Hello everyone... I guess I should have started this post prior to my TT but I actually stumbled across this site while recovering from my TT (hey, better late than never). I find this site to be very helpful. Well, i've always been in shape but after a car accident and plenty of steroid injections, not being able to exercise and not watching what I ate... is what led me to blow up and get... more

“Tummy Tuck with Liposuction of the...”

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

“2 month post op Updated Pic”

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

“4 weeks and 5 days.”

I am a mum of three. I am 32, i weigh 148, height 5feet 7.5inches. i've never really had an absolute gorg tummy but childbearing left its mark. i have a lot of stretch marks and saggy skin. i'm a workout junkie, i'm really lean all through the rest of my body but my tummy won't change. i work really hard to look this good and this is the one part i've wanted to change for... more

“Excited and Afraid - Washington, DC”

I am in the Washington DC area and will be getting a full TT this spring. I have not been to anyone for consultations be ASAP to begin the process to getting ME back!!!I have my consultation with Dr Tattlebaum this week I hope all goes well. 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

“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

“Best Decision I Have Ever Made -...”

I have gained and lost so much weight over the years that I had skin and boobs that sagged and could not be fixed with diet and exercise. Dr. Cappuccino assured me that I was the candidate that a tummy tuck and breast lift was designed for...he was right! I have a flatter stomach than I have had EVER...including BEFORE I had kids. 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

“Tucked and THRILLED! TT with Muscle...”

I am 40 and the mother of 3 awesome children (ages 9, 7, and almost 3). I have wanted a TT since the birth of my 2nd child. So glad I waited because along came baby #3! LOL Anyway, my stomach was completely altered by my pregnancies. I'm 5'8" and have always been quite thin. I gained 75 pounds during my 1st pregnancy and delivered a 10 pound baby. My skin is evidently not elastic... more

“Patient, Professional, Trustworthy -...”

All the exercise in the world would not put my belly back to where I wanted it so I decided on a tummy tuck. It's a serious surgery and the first week of recovery was tough. My mother was home with me during that time and I can't imagine getting through that week without her. Everything with my tummy tuck went as expected and I had no complications during recovery.  It has... more

“Chicken "Older" - Chevy Chase, MD”

I am anxious, excited and nervous about having a TT. I am older and my daughter and best friend feel I don't need it, but I want it because I don't like the way my clothes "don't" fit. I also have a vertical c-section scar that looks like a front butt. Sometimes I think I am too old and being too vain to entertain such an idea. And other times I feel like I can't wait... more

“Washington, DC 5 months tomorrow.....”

I'm a 44 year old mom of 3 adult sons. I feel like this is my time to take care of me. I have given my belly the name Maggie. She is always in the way. I'm forever cropping her out of pictures or squeezing her too death in my spanx. I love traveling and I hate wearing that darn one piece on beaches all over the world. I have been wanting this surgery for years. So,I decided to bite the... more

“Highly Recommended - Bethesda, MD”

To improve self esteem, quality of life. I was extremely obese as a teenager (my weight topped out at 235 on a 5'2" frame).  I slimmed down in my twenties, making fitness an important part of my life.  At 32, however, no matter how much I exercised, or how much weight I lost (I am now 135) I was cursed with a "skin apron", that is, a loose overhanging flap of... 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

“3 weeks post op and feeling great-...”

I was always a small and thin child. At the age of 9 my parents got divorced and my Dad did the best he could but I turned to food for comfort(no one to blame but me). I have his shape-thin legs but a big tummy. I got up to about 200 lbs in college and decided at 19 it was time to go. I had one every diet in the past but nothing worked. I exercised and ate well and lost 60lbs. Met my hubbie... 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

“Not Sure This is What I Thought It...”

Waited more than 40 years for surgery, wasn't expecting to look like a 16 year old, but not expecting to look like I do now either. Got 3 different opinions, couldn't find anything bad on any of the doctors. Went with one that I liked. Last thing I told him before he put me down, do your best work and I'll do my part to keep it up. Have had very little pain, some mild... more

“Literally Changed my Life - Mount...”

After three children and three c-sections, combined with weight gain during pregnancy and subsequent weight loss, my tummy was a saggy floppy mess that no amount of exercise could fix. Recovery was difficult but more tHan worth it based on the flat tummy I now have! I can wear clothes now that I couldnt even before having children. Couldn't be happier, and I am anxiously looking... more

“Awake TT: FIVE MONTHS ON THE 24TH”

After losing 57 lbs I was left with a mini apron as my lower abdomen and no shape. I decided to go for a tt so that I can feel sexier and more confident after my weight loss. I'm both nervous and excited. My tt will be done under local anesthesia with a combination of lipo.Well, I started classes today which I know will keep me entertained until my surgery. My class runs from today 8/22 to... more

“3 weeks post op! Completely FLAT!! -...”

I am a 5'9" 27 year old female living in Washington, DC. Since I was a kid, I was overweight. As I grew older, so did my girth. I grew out of junior's size clothing at 12 and had to wear women's sizes. By the time I got to high school, I was 200lbs. With my age, my weight increased, until I hit my peak weight in 2009 of 245lbs, wearing a size 22. I have been struggling... 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

“Mini Tummy Tuck and Lipo to the...”

I had a tummy tuck and lipo of the flanks on June 16,2011. I am now 2 weeks post op,and still waiting for my swelling to go down.Had a post op appointment today,and my PS said that I looked great and could go back to work next week. I did not have drains because my PS uses the disovable sutures. My tummy looks alittle different from others that has drains.I can't wait until I am back... more

“Full TT with muscle repair NOW with...”

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

“TT/lipo in 3 Days! - Fairfax, VA”

Here's a little background on me I'm 29 years old and a single mother of my beautiful son, who just turned 7. I'm 5'4 and weight 132 lbs. After having my son my weight fluctuated a bit, from 125 pre-pregnancy to 140 lbs post-pregnancy. I believe that's what left me with the sagging skin in my tummy. I've been staying fit, exercising and eating healthy but no improvement... more

“Considering a TT and a but Lift -...”

I have been trying to loose weight for about 2 yrs now. I am down to 244, I have the arms and legs of a person that weight 150. I am all stomach.I have no kids tho. I went today to see about a TT in Aug and the told me everything I needed. because of the cost I can only afford two out of the four for now ( TT and but lift) later ill get the inner thigh lift and lipo of back.Should I change the... more

“Really GOOD - Chevy Chase, MD”

To get my life back, I was tired of looking 6 months pregnant 2 years after I had a baby! Needed it! Overall couldnt ask for a better experience. I had tummy tuck with muscle repair (and hernia repair) with lipo to flanks. 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

“Can't Tell my Family Am Having a...”

I am 40 yrs. with twins girls who are 10, am married and have scheduled my tummy tuck for the first week of March. My husband is on board...but am unable to tell the rest of my family which doesnt live in the same state which I live in. Has anyone not told their family members....? Am so confused why I dont want to tell the rest of my family. thanks The best experience considering... 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

“Scared and Shaking in My Boots-Tummy...”

My surgery is scheduled for 12/30. I'm excited about the thought of a new body. I'm terrified of the surgery. more

“Male 39 Y/o TT W/ Liposuction and...”

My wife had a mini-TT w/ lipo done back in 2008. Her amazing success has inspired me to have some work done too -- a full TT with lipo to my stomach, back, and thighs, and gynecomastia. Due to work conflicts, I am not going to have my surgery early January 2011. I must admit that while I am extremely excited about having the procedures done, I am also very nervous about it too. I have... more

“My Body Lift Experience (TT & Lipo)...”

I haD TT& Lipo done on 9/16/10 and it has been quite the experience. As each day passes, I love my new look even more. In the beginning, I was like what the heck were you thinking :) Week One - Pain meds and muscle relaxers were my best friend. The pain was totally bareable. Now getting around, using the bathroom and things like that was a whole different story. My first shower was an... 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

“The 2 Week Count Down! Can't Wait! -...”

Its the most unusual feeling of being scared but at the same time I can't wait for what I am scared of. I am posting before pictures as this is the first step in me walking in my freedom. Not even my loving and very caring boyfriend has seen me in this light but oO well here goes nothing. (see pictures) On June 24th I will be getting a full tummy tuck with lipo something I have wanted for... 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

“Bulge Under Belly Button Post- Tummy...”

I had a tummy tuck with a hernia repair about 2.5 months ago. I decided to have a tummy tuck after having 2 children and because I needed to have a hernia repaired.Everything went well scar control, swelling and grainage were all perfect. One day about I noticed a slight asymmetric appearance under my belly button, i thought it was just swelling. the protrusion began to get bigger and felt... 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

“Tummy Tuck Minimal Pain and Love the...”

I am 34 years old and have two kids, a girl that is four years old and I have a 4 month old son. I started researching the tummy tuck surgery after I had my daughter. I gained over 50 pounds with each pregnancy and it left me with bad stretchmarks and a "baggy" looking stomach. I worked out routinely and was able to get a flat stomach but nothing worked for the stretchmarks. ... 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