New Hyde Park Tummy Tuck Doctors and Reviews

“Tummy Tuck Belly Button Scar - East...”

I got a tummy tuck 3 and a half months ago after having a c section. I love my tummy tuck result but i dont like the scar around my belly button, i am not sure if it is a keloid and would like to know how i can improve it with over the counter stuff or should i go and get a belly button revision? I am now using tea trea oil more

“Bringing Sexy Back! - Manhattan, NY”

Hi! My name is Candy. I'm 27 years old with two beautiful children. I've been thinking abot having plastic surgery for some time now. My kids are only a little over a year apart & the back to back bellys took a toll on my stomach. I recently scheduled a visit with Dr. Sadeh after seeing my cousins amazing tummy tuck results. I've been looking for a PS for some time now. After my... more

“POD 2 - Long Island, NY”

My surgery took place on March 21st 2013 and I am very happy with the results and i'm just looking forward to a speedy recovery. I knew coming in that it was going to be hard and so I am trying to keep strong! I had been thinking about getting this procedure done for a long time and im glad that i went through with it. more

“Outside of the Scar Widen, is Great...”

Thank God in my case everything went smooth, no complication and no severe swelling. my only complaint is after 4 months my scar is widened.  more

“Brand New Me - Brooklyn, NY”

I am a mom of 2 girls after my second daughter I had an umbilical hernia and my tummy always look like I was 2 or 3 months pregnant. I wanted to do this about 2 years ago but was always scared . I must admit its painful but it's expected... Good luck to you guys its worth it more

“Scared and Excited ! - Great Neck, NY”

I'm 36 years young wanted my tummy to be flat for a while.Now i decided to do TT.Im scare but look forward to getting it over .My TT is in1week.i weight 98lbs before I had my first son,oh by the way I have two kids boys 14and10 as I said before 98lbs before kids now I'm 150lbs my hubby is very supportive of this surgery.love this site Finally on the flat side my mouth is so dry.im sleeply... more

“End of Day 2 of Tummy Tuck with...”

Hello gals. I didn't know my post went live or I would have updated sooner! Thank you kimmers25 for the warm welcome. Got home yesterday at 6 pm and was in tremendous discomfort. I don't have the fortune of a recliner so I've been propped up in bed on pillows. By the middle of the night I was able toile bathroom trips alone! (I actually use a plastic bowl for now) I hardly slept because i... more

“Cant Sleep - Manhattan, NY”

Hi I'm a 30 yr old mother of 2 girls 9yr 4yr old I'm a TT on march 19 I'm nervous,excited I can't sleep I just want this done and over with I'm very afraid of the tubs I went for my pre op today it went well in 9 days i will be on the flat side I can't wait to hit the beach without having to cover up or having to wear a one piece. I have wanted this done for some time now but could not get... more

“3 weeks PO with pictures! Anyone...”

Hi, I am having a TT done tomorrow. I am extremely nervous! I am 24 and had two children. I was never heavy my entire life, until I had my son. I blew up like a balloon! I gained 70 pounds with my first and learned my lesson with my second...only gaining 15 pounds! I am a workout junkie now and do Crossfit 4 x week. I have worked very hard and found my stomach was just getting worse with the... more

“7 wks post op-Manhattan, NY”

I am a mother of a 6 yr old and a 4 yr old. When I got pregnant with my first child I weighed 120lbs and before I gave birth I was 178lbs. Now 58 lbs added to my 5" 4" frame did not go so well to say the least. I remember my sister's boyfriend telling me I still looked pregnant months after giving birth and new clients at work asked when I was due. After my second child, I lost most of the... more

“All Smiles -White Plains, NY”

Have flirted with the idea of having a TT for about 1 year now. After 3 kids I just couldn't get back my abs no matter how hard I work out. Finally did my TT on 2/13/13. Didn't really experience any pain after the procedure. just swelling and not being able to walk up right for a few days. I'm loving my results. Already I'm feeling more sexy and confident. Waiting on my doctor for the... more

“New me”

Hi everyone, I am 34 years old and I have 2 children one 16 and one 9. I have been insecure about my stomach since I had my daughter. My belly was so stretched out that it looks like I have a sun ray around my belly. My bb I havent seen it in years because its tucked in. Well anyway I have consulted with Dr.Sahed, and I must say so far I feel comfortable. He laughed because I had a questionare... more

“After 2 Kids I Finally Got What I...”

Allow me to start by introducing myself. I am a 31 yr old married mother of 2 children, 10 & 5 yrs old. I've always been thin all my life. Too thin. I'm 4'11" and weighed, at the time 98lbs and wore a size 0/1. After having my daughter back in 2003, I gained weight but a nice amount. I went up to a size 3/4 and weighed 110lbs. I was loving my body! It was when I went on birth control,... more

“So Confused - New York, NY”

Hi ladies I had two csections in the past years, my recovery was great! But I have this pouch I don't like. I use to love my body in the past I'm small on the top and fuller on the bottom. But my stomach has taken away from my hips and butt. I'm so depressed I had my son 6/11/12 and want to do something about it now. My co worker has a tummy tuck four years ago after her son and her stomach... more

“TT DONE NOW WAITING A BBL”

I am 32 mother of 2 and I have gained so much weight with my son who is now 3. I lost over 60lbs and the tummy is just skin. My scheduled date is for March 12th I am super excited. My husband is on board he says whatever I want he will be there. My mother in law lives with us ( this is the one time this is a plus :-) she will be doing everything for me and my kids and hubby so all I need to do... more

“Life Changing Tummy Tuck Surgery -...”

My reason for having the surgery to begin with is simply because I didn't feel myself with the way my body looked. I had sagging skin and stretch marks all over my lower abdomen. I am a mother of two kids so there was reason for it too look like that but I was unhappy. After losing all my baby weight after my second child I knew it was time. I had a twilight anesthesia which allowed me to... more

“Saving the TT for the end of the Summer”

I'm a 35 yr old wife and mother of two...17 and 11. They both were delivered by c-section. I had a tubal ligation with my last child. I was diagnosed with Lupus 3 yrs ago. It's under control. It was caught early. I've lost 50 pounds in the last 6-8 months. I'm very proud of myself. I workout 3-5 times a week and I have a trainer that I workout with twice a week. My saggy belly has not and will... more

“Anyone Has Had Tummy Tuck and Back...”

I am nervous about the pain after. Where I get the garment to wear? Am I making the right choice. What can I do minimize pain and accelerate healing. I need to be back to work after two weeks. :( I hope to have flat stomach flaps from my back to be gone. But everything I read about the pain has me concerned. I don't want to get hooked on pain killers after the surgery. more

“When did everyone stop wearing their...”

I am a little scared of getting a tummy tuck. I am getting it done on December 21 because i am a teacher and i have vacation. I will be off until January 2. I am going to have a few people over on christmas eve. I am wondering if I can just use the "hurt my back" on that day. how were you 3 day po?tomorrow, my tummy tuck is 3 weeks away. I am wondering how my recovery will be, since it is... more

“10 Weeks P.O. no regrets”

Well like most of the T.T. sisters here my story is about the same. I'm 37 yrs old and a mother of 3, all vaginal births ages 15, 9, 4, whom I titled my baby # last she really did me in at 9lbs. Need I say more my body has never snapped out of her trauma. and while I'm at it I may as well include my bigger baby my husband.. who is very supportive but definitely not happy about it. Well as much... more

“8 Weeks Post”

Scheduled for TT w/Lipo in two days. Not sure who's more nervous me, my family or my friends. After 21 years and 5 boys I'm ready. I exercise regularly but no amount of cardio or weight training has help to rid me of the jelly belly. I always look like I'm a few months pregnant. Wish me luck :0)Let me first apologize for the typos that may follow. Had my surgery today and am happy to report... more

“Multiple Procedures With My Doctor -...”

My journey started about 7 years ago when i met Dr Christian Guzman located in Harrison, Ny formally located in White plains, NY. I first had a tummy tuck done with Dr guzman, and its the best decision i have ever made i love my stomach its totally flat.. I then waited until 2012 to see Dr Guzman again this time i had breast implants with a breast lift along with a little liposuction to my... more

“I Think I'm Finally Ready...- Long...”

So first I need to thank so many of you just for reading your post really helped me along. Okay so after about 4 months of research and 14 years of wanting this done it is finally time! I visited 4 plastic surgeons and I have to be honest each one had great points. I ruled 2 out just because I just didn't get that fuzzy feeling everyone talks about. At first I wanted to rush and pick Dr #1 but... more

“Flat Tummy - Manhattan, NY”

I've considered getting a tt since 95 im a young mom with a 17 year old. Im ready to finally get this surgery over with. Im a bit scared of the revovery and the drains. I have a consultation on december 6 in lenox hill. Im so excited cant wait. Im glad I joined realself it helps with everyone sharing thier experience.I want to go buy a couple of things to get ready for my tt surgery any... more

“So Happy;) - Long Island, NY”

Ok, so being a mom is the best thing in the world but the aftermath of having a child is not the best thing in the world! I finally got back to the weight I was before I got pregnant but didn't look the same, my breast were smaller and I had all this extra loose skin around my tummy! I felt ugly, so for my birthday I decided to treat myself to a tummy tuck;) I went to a couple plastic... more

“18 weeks post op new pictures...”

I am start by saying how happy i am that i finally scheduled my surgery.i have seen numerous doctor including one who just traumatized me after his consult i wanted to stay home and never ever go out again. i found my doctor thanks to this website. he is awesome to say the least he made me feel comfortable i dont even let my husband see my stomach and this gentle i had just meet less than 5... more

“Pix Finally! Loving Dr Rapaport -...”

I felt no side effects of the anesthesia. I had a private nurse who was wonderful. I am 12 days post op and I feel great! I would def recommend!!!I'm feeling great and loving the complements! more

“Finally, It's my Time! - Woodmere, NY”

So earlier this year I turned 40 and I have four beautiful children ages 12, 9, 7 and 3. I have been considering this procedure pretty much since immediately after my first child because of the c-section procedure, my lower abs just never bounced back. When my first labor did not progress well and my ob recommended a c-section, I jumped at it because I could not take the pain any longer! I... more

“Amazing. Been a Full Week Since My...”

Today has been a full week since I had a tummy tuck and I am feeling AMAZING!! I had a full tummy tuck and inner/outer thigh liposuction. My stomach was very saggy with stretch marks for days!! My thighs were so far gone, they looked like bloated turkey legs. After having two children who are now teenagers, it’s been my goal to have this procedure performed. And it was time for me to... more

“30 days post op”

I have scheduled my tummy tuck for sept 28 and I am so scared. I keep thinking the worst. My husband is very supportive and is behind me with what ever decision I make. I have two kids age 6 and 2 and I want to make sure I heal okay and can get back to being a fun mom. I also work full time and I need to be able to return to work in about two weeks so I am very nervous and not sure if I can be... more

“3 months PO now considering a breast...”

Hello I am just getting started on this journey 42 yr old - 150 lbs 5 ft 5 inches I am scheduled to have consults with Dr Schulman this week and next week with Shaffer and November with Kolker. I would appreciate if anyone has comments on any of these ps and experience with prices they quoted you etc.... Please send me a private message if you feel more comfortable.Really excited have my... more

“Best of the Best - New York, NY”

We live in a world of seemingly unattainable standards. Everyone has their own struggles and I myself have been through a roundabout of weight management and skewed body image. I had been uncomfortable in my own skin for a long time. Through behavioral modification of exercise and nutrition I had lost over 100lbs which culminated in a disproportionate excess amount of skin and fatty deposits... more

“So Thankful That I Chose Dr Schulman...”

I am currently resting and healing following a modified tummy tuck (an umbilical float with diastasis recti and umbilical hernia repair). I was extremely nervous about this surgery as I feared the results might be worse than my post-pregnancy tummy, which wasn't completely horrible to begin with. After meeting with several surgeons and doing much due diligence I met with Dr Schulman. I... more

“Waited 7 Years for This! - New York, NY”

Let me start by I'm 33yo I have 3 kids age ranges from 12,7 & 3. I've been wanting a tummy tuck forever never had a flat stomach growing up as a child.I'm a little scared due to the rumors about tummy tuck but I put it in GOD HANDS. I think once I get this tummy tuck my self esteem will improve. I'm doing it to make myself happy. I'm here to get support & helpful tips more

“You Are in Good Hands with Dr....”

It’s almost a joke to call what I had done by Dr. Tehrani a “Tummy Tuck.” A former part-time model, I’ve been svelte all my life. But after C-section birth of a beautiful daughter at age 41, I ended up with a severe diastasis recti. My abs were so distended that people were congratulating me on my new pregnancy(!) (I wasn’t.) I’ve always been scared of ps in general. more

“Diastasis Recti Repair. 2 Weeks Out...”

Hi All- I'm about 2 weeks post-op and feel pretty happy with my results thus far. My situation is a little unusual because I've always been a fairly slim girl (5'2, 115 lbs.) but I've had a flabby tummy since I can remember. One day while getting botox at my plastic surgeon's I asked him about my stomach and he examined me and said I looked like I have had a few kids- but I never had any!... more

“Tummy tuck - 1week po”

TT booked tomorrow. I've been thinking about this for a while and have decided to go for it. I've had 3 kids, (3 c-sections) and put on 70lbs with each pregnancy. I currently weigh 143lbs (about 10lbs off my wedding weight) and am 39 years old. I've been addicted to the reviews on this site and have decided that I'd contribute with my experience although I'm not much of a blogger - I'll try to... more

“DISAPPOINTED”

First I would like to thank Realself for allowing us to post and comment on our personal, unique, nerve wracking experiences, than to all those wonderful professional Doctors that are not offer us just part of their time answering to all our questions and concern but offering us precious information for which they went some years to colleges just to educate us and prepare us for the surgeries.... more

“Smooth Tuck. Gave Up 1/2 My Summer...”

Mrs. Sanguine, I just read your original story. I am so sorry for your lost. My feelings about doing this for myself, like the guilt, the fear, the insecurity, etc. creep up on me once in a while. But when I look at my health and how my cholesterol, blood pressure has gone down so much, the support of those who know, I feel I did the right thing. The ones who make you feel bad are those who... more

“9 weeks post..1.new comparison pics!”

I'm 47 and happily divorced! I have 3 wonderful children ~ 20, 18 and almost 17..all c-sections. Yup, they were close together. My first I bounced back from, second not so easy and by the third..I gave up! My Mid Wife told me I'd never have a flat belly and have tried to prove her wrong for 16 yrs. A TT is something I always thought about, but, didn't think it was "me" I am so... more

“2 months post-op and doing well!!!”

Getting nervous. Have my pre-op appt on Monday. Does anyone have suggestions for pre and post op diet that helps with swelling? I really hope this procedure is worth the money. I've been thinking about this and wanting it for the past 18 years. I'm so happy for this site. I've learned a lot from the experiences of others.6 Days Pre-op!! Had my pre-op visit yesterday and I left there... more

“Glad It's Done - Brooklyn, NY”

It's a decision I have been wrangling with for a very long time. My oldest child will be 15 in June and my youngest is 5. I have 3 daughters. The middle one is 10. I was a track athlete and in the army prior to having children. Great musculature around my abs...so much so that when I found out I was pregnant, it was because it was a threatened miscarriage...due to the musculature around my abs... more

“Learning Hospital Tummy Tuck...”

This is an addition to a discussion that I had started (in the TT forum) because I could not upload photos on my forum post. So my forum post is called "Anyone have any reviews about tummy tucks at teaching hospitals?". Well I am 26 years old and I have a 7 year old daughter and a terrible stomach! I gained almost 100 pounds while I was pregnant and completely ruined my body. I... more

“Tummy Tuck in the Bronx, Nervous As...”

Hi, Im 29 gonna be 30 on July 8 and I have 2 kids boy and girl 6 and 11. I have alot of insecurities about my stomachHello everyone, I have a consult scheduled with lenox hill hospital on july 3rd. Cant wait to see how it goes. Will keep everyone postedHello ladies, got a call from the hospital today telling me that i have to reschedule cause there will be not doctors there the first week of... more

“Mom of Twins-TT to Repair the...”

34 yr old mom of twins that has a lot of excess skin and stretched out muscles. Exercise hasn't helped. I'm done having children and excited to have a "normal belly". more

“Tt, bb, lipo - Manhattan, NY”

HEY REALSELF SISTER...I am 25 years old and I have two beautiful boys. One is 5 years old and the other one is 8 months. I decided to get a tummy tuck because I am so tired of exercising and not seeing any progress. I have been searching for so many plastic surgeons...so for those of you who are starting to search make sure you see more than one so that you can compare what they are telling... more

“I am ready!!!!! - New York, NY”

I am a 37 year woman. A mother to twin boys and a girl. I am scheduled for my TT on 4/26. I am 5'4 and weigh 130 pounds. I have lots of stretch marks and a belly bulge I am hoping to get rid of. I have been wanted to have a TT done for years and it's finally happening. I plan on uploading before pick as soon as possible. Any advise would be greatly appreciated. Prayers are welcome... more

“9 mos post op love it! new pic”

I am 26 years old with two children. I am really sick of having all this excess skin and fat around my midsection. My problem I feel was mostly a hereditary problem. I did not gain too much weight with my pregnancies. With my first, I only gained about 30lbs and with my second 15lbs. But I noticed that right away I started getting a lot of stretch marks. My stomach was just completely covered... more

“Say Hello To My FLAT Belly”

I have been looking forward to seeing my feet once again. I haven't seen them in over 13 years. I am the mother of 5 and I just want my pre baby body back! Okay today is the day....I have to call at 11:30 to confirm whether I am booking the 18th or not. I initially went in the 2nd consult to discuss my BA but she would rather do TT first as these results will affect... more

“16 Hours to TT - Brooklyn, NY”

52 year old (look and feel like 40). Two adult sons, two grandchildren. First son was delivered naturally and left lots of stretch marks and a little belly. The second son, 6 years later, was a C-section (bikini), more stretch marks and more belly. I run 1/2 Marathons at least 3x a year. Enjoy hicking & biking. Can't wait to wear my blouse tucked inside my pants or skirt.Hello... more

“Finally Making a Life Changing...”

I had my first son when I was 19. Which I developed more stretch marks then one can imagine! I recently had 2 more children and decided that it is time to get rid of all these stretch marks! Tuesday the 10, I will be going for my TT consultation. I am trying to schedule the TT for ASAP which I believe will be 2 weeks later. I hoping for sooner. On Saturday I will be doing all my blood work... more

“Best in NYC - Great Neck, NY”

I had an excess amount of skin and fat after years of weight gain and weight loss. The procedure changed my life! more

“Best Surgeon - New York, NY”

To look better I am a 46 year old woman. I have been heavy most of my life and at 45 I finally decided it was time to get serious about losing weight. I lost 55 lbs but no matter how much weight I lost my stomach was still protruding and I still had back fat.  I looked like a gorilla. My stomach was a mess from surgery 10 years prior. I had cervical cancer at 35. A radical... more

“Surgery Date Set for April 19, 2012...”

Hi, I have been reading reviews for two weeks now and decided to write my own. I am 38 and a divorced mother of two boys, ages 13 and 9. I am scheduled for a full tummy tuck and Liposuction on the flanks (love handles) on April 12. I have wanted a tummy tuck sonce after the birth of my first sone where I gained a considerable amount of weight....approx 100 pounds, a lot of it was due to water... more

“6 days Pre-Op - Manhatten, NY”

Hello ladies I was asked to create a a blog of my tummy tuck/lipo journey. I am 6 days pre-op and im excited and nervous!! My surgery will be done at Lennox Hill Hosp in NYC on April 2nd 2012. The total cost of surgery including, after care, consult etc. Dr. Todd Lefkowitz will be surgeon he is awesome and very honest. I decided to go under the knife because i had twin girls two years ago.... more

“30 Year Old Tummy Tuck Bday Gift! -...”

I will 30 years old July 5th 2012, I have 2 beautiful boys.....time to live my life to the fullest. I am 220lbs, been debating for sometime and exercising...can't seem to get this weight off, and definitely not this kangaroo pouch. Watch my journey....... Ok so it 11:41 march 21st..... I'm having the jitters already. Excited, but yet scared. Have watched every YouTube tummy... more

“Tummy Tuck - New York, NY”

To feel better about my body. For years I wanted to get a tummy tuck after my twins-after they were born my stomach has not been the same. I had so many stretch marks and extra skin it was hard to dress up and feel sexy again. I was scared to get a tummy tuck since I had seen nightmare surgeries online with crazy looking belly buttons. I had never really put much thought into how the belly... more

“All clear.....2 weeks to go!”

I found this website about a week ago and I have been reading it every day since. Needless to say I'M FREEKING OUT!!! Well with that said let me tell you about myself. I am a 45 year old mother of two men (23 and 20), married for 25 years (hi honey). I don't feel my age and have been talking about getting rid of mondongo (my pet name for it) for the last 12 years or so but never looked... more

“Tummy Tuck - Bronx, NY”

Hi :) I'm schedule for a tummy tuck for Febuary 27th I'm so nervous , So many things in my mind at ths moment , especially dying !! Oh my gosh !! I so want this. I have 4 boys, 23,21,18 and my 15 year old is going to be 16 on Febuary 29th yes his a leap year baby (lol) I just want my stomach back:( i hate looking at my stomach , I feel so unattractive , I don't even like showing my... more

“Tummy Tuck Left with No Stretchmarks...”

I did it bc I had a stomach full of stretchmarks and at such a young age I just wanted for once go to the beach and enjoy myself! not be so insecure.week 1: really no pain just a lot of discomfort and not being able to manage on my own. Terrified when I have to lay in bed, my BF has to make sure he lays me down very very slow otherwise I freak out. That really is my major complain. By day 3 I... more

“Feeling Nervous and Excited - Long...”

I am 31 years old and I have 3 children (as well as custody of my late husbands other 2 children). I had my first child at 17 yrs old and gained 60lbs. I only put on about 30lbs with my 2 other pregnancies. A little over a year ago, my husband died and I lost 15 lbs in 5 weeks. Needless to say, my belly is just...ewe...lol.I go to the gym amd eat right (with the exception of the... more

“I Had a Wonderful Experience - White...”

I had several abdominal surgeries for medical reasons (2 c-sections, bowel resection, gall bladder, partial hysterectomy) and after losing weight I still had a lot of loose skin and a lot of scar tissue which was preventing me from wearing certain clothing. This is why I had a tummy tuck. I wouldn't go to any other doctor. more

“Special K - Bronx, NY”

Am a 5'4 200 lbs 34 yr old mother of 3 girls ages 7, 10 and 14. I was 135lbs b4 children. I have lost most of the wt b4 but gained it back x'2. Now am more determined then ever to lost it n keep it off! The only thing am not looking forward to is the losse belly n breast I know I will have! Thank god for Plastic surgery. I have been researching A few plastic surgeons near me n... more

“Finally Did It After So Many Years...”

I've wanted to get a tt for a few years and finally did it!!! I've been struggling with weight in my mid-section for years. It's only been a few days since the TT. I know I will be happy in the next few weeks, but right now I am concentrating on the recovery. I am in a bit of shock seeing my tummy & my belly button in this state, but that too will change over the next few weeks... more

“Tummy Tuck Review - Ridgewood, NJ”

I was not comfortable with the appearance of my abdomen post partum. No matter how much excercise I did, or how much weight I lost, I could not get rid of some belly fat and sagging skin. I am so happy and feel so much more confident now. more

“Tummy Tuck Scheduled for Dec. 23rd,...”

I'm so excited...and anxious, and I can't wait for the 23rd. I am a 32 year old mother of an 11yr old girl and a 3yr old boy. I have wanted a tummy tuck for the past 10 yrs, but wanted to wait until I had another child before deciding to go through with it. I weigh 120 lbs. and nobody can understand why I want to have a tummy tuck. I have hidden my "pregnant belly" (I... more

“One year later I'm very happy and I...”

Well Gang, my date is May 16, 2012. I currently work in entertainment etc. I lost a total of 57 pounds. I run, workout, lift weights, spin etc. I take Vitamin C, Mega womens vitamns etc. U name it I do it. I couldn't seem to figure out why I can't loose this tummy! It's skin! the Doc. told me so here I am. Ill fill u in as I go along! Pre op pics on the wayUpdated on 19 Nov... more

“It's my turn--tt scheduled for 11/21...”

I am here to share my TT journey scheduled for NOvember 21,2011 in the bronx. I am a 46 year old with two wonderful children ages 29 and 25. I am also a grandma to a wonderful and gorgeous 4 yrs old girl. I have been married for 14 yrs to my adorable amazing husband. In 2003, a picture of me was taken at work on administrative day. When I saw that picture it was a wake up call. I got... more

“Hysterectomy with Tummy Tuck - Rye, NY”

I'm a petite woman who has always been thin. After having twins at 42, I was left with a sagging belly. Exercise did not help. When I was told I required a hysterectomy, I found out I could have both surgeries performed at the same time and I felt it was a win/win situation for me. I am very happy with the outcome. more

“Finally! - Yonkers, NY”

I had been reshearching Tummy tucks for many years and have been to may consults!! none of them felt right! I came across Dr N's site and decided to go and have a talk with him...I have had 3 kids..im 28! i have had 2 smartlipo procedures for my stomach and flanks!! they convienced me that i didnt need a tummy tuck...that i only needed lipo!!! ( that's because they were not board... more

“Update on Bergen, County TT”

I've waited 20 years for this surgery. I'm super excited and I'm counting down the days! I'm an active mother of one. I workout upto 6 days a week and nothing I do will make my tummy flat so, I'm having a full TT with MR and Lipo of the flanks. I've got to admit that as the weather gets warmer and the sun is shining more I'm starting to question if I made the right decision waiting... more

“Ready to Get Going April 15th - New...”

I am almost 50 (will be by surgery) and after years of a big stomach I finally decided that I was going to try to get rid of it since working out is not doing it. I am apprehensive but have put a deposit on it and am ready. I will have a full tummy tuck and liposuction of my flanks and back. I will post before and after pictures, anxious for feedback.I have been going over everyones story and... more

“Flat Stomach - Bayside, NY”

As much as I worked out I still had lose skin. My doctor did a beautiful job and left my stomach flat. 2 years after my surgery you barely saw my incision. My belly button was beautiful. Today, March 2011 my stomach is still flat and I love his work. more

“Hopeful and ready”

I have another PS consult with another doctor(out of many) I am extremely excited and anxious. But of course I am ready to "Do me" for once... I'm a mother of 3 beautiful kids at a young age.. Being 29 and still looking like I'm still pregnant plus a huge pregnancy pouch that sags way over my hips and hoo-ha... From my back and waist being small I just have a muffin top... more

“Tummy Tuck Done on Fri 02-18-11 No...”

Sat and Sun I was in alot of pain sitting up and going to the bathroom was the worst part. Today Monday I have to say the pain is a lot less. The drains are very uncomfortable and sleeping is not easy. The pain meds make me very drowsy. It is hard when you have to sleep sitting up with lots of pillows behind your back and under your knees. Less pain than yesterday, did not take any... more

“Full Tummy Tuck with Muscle Repair...”

I was scheduled for 1-24-11. I was terrified. My first fear, of course, was not surviving the operation. Fear #2 was never being able to see my son just in case #1 happened. My 3rd fear was the IV....which I'm always terries to get. I drove mr car from Suffolk County, LI and my bf followed. He decided he wanted to race...so ha ha..he got to pick up my mother while I went to the hospital... more

“Best Experience - Flushing, NY”

I am a 27 years old with 4 kids..I look like i was expecting.I hated it.I didn't want a six pack i just didn't wanna look pregro.when i went 2 Dr. L he told me the best thing 4 me was a tummy tuck.before i did it i weigh 183 now im 144 and i feel great. i went back and decided i wanted a little lipo on my love handeles and back.that was done jan 8.less then a month i am 139 and still... more

“Excellent Doctor; Had an Excellent...”

Great doctor, listens to your needs, would recommend. more

“Totally Worth It ! - Paramus, NJ”

Because I was unhappy with my sagging middle   more

“Tummy Tuck & Lipo - New York, NY”

I am a mother of 5 wonderful children and I hate my stomach stretch marks and I can't get rid of this belly. I am so sick of hiding it I am planning to get my Tummy tuck within a couple of months hoping and praying march. this website has been more then helpful to me.I would love for Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez to do my surgery I heard he is the best.... I will be having my Tummy tuck and... more

“Tummy Tuck in 10 More Days Dec 13th...”

I have 1 daughter and 1 son ( my son is actually Canine. I've have horrible excess skin and stretch marks and I'm finally getting my tummy tuck done in NY at North Cnetral Bronx hospital for a whopping 2100 bucks. My mom is a nurse and she knows the doctor and see his work all the time, so it's a win win for me. I will be back later to post pics of befores and afters. Check out my... more

“Very Sad and Disappointed - New York, NY”

I had lost some weight and after having six kids I look like I was still pregnat I had some skin hanging and I wanted a flatter tummy but that didn't happen all I got was into dept :( Dr R did a tummy tuck and lipo,My tummy is still puffy I can pinch the skin on my tummy it isn't tight or firm my left and right side has lumps. He promise me my tummy would look nice,I told him I was... more

“Wish I Would Have Had a Tummy Tuck...”

I started looking into having a tummy tuck 10 years ago after my second child was born. At the time I was 25 and didnt have the money to spend on cosmetic surgery. I had my 3rd child in 2006. I am a triathlete and marathon runner. I eat healthy 95% of the time. After the birth of my last baby my body just did not respond to my workouts. I felt thick around the middle where all the extra... more

“Boy Oh Boy Was I Scared,but in the...”

Everything went well after the surgery I was in a little pain went home the same day. What bothered me the most were the two drain tubes that has to stay in for a week. The doctor placed on to close to my grond area and every time I moved my leg I got Sharp needle pain in my lower leg and vagina area. Its best to keep on your belly band because you will have a hard time coughing even breathing... more

“Tummy Tuck - Westport”

I wanted a tummy tuck because I was very depressed about my stretched out stomach. I had 2 kids in less than 3 years and I could never get rid of my belly bump and tighten the extra skin in my stomach. I knew the surgery would require some recovery time, and that it would also leave a scar, however, I already had a scar from a c-section and with the way my stomach looked a scar would be a... more

“Mom of 3 , Finally my TT/ W /MR Day...”

Hi everyone I have to say I am so impressed with the website. I appreciate everyone on here. My tummy tuck is scheduled for Septmeber 24, 2010. I have 3 beautiful children 16,12,and 3. I have always been skinny until I had my first child. The time I had my 3rd I had so much saggy skin infront of me, I couldnt believe what 3 kids 10 lbs and over could do. I have read alot of stories on here and... more

“28 Year Old Male Tummy Tuck Journey...”

I am a 28 year old former bodybuilder. Upon stopping bodybuilding, I ate myself into a stupor for a year. This resulted in stretch marks and loose skin. I have since been back to bodybuilding for 3 years, but could not get ride of the excess. So on August 10, 2010, I had a tummy tuck. As of right now the pain in intense, but definitely bearable. I can see the difference in my stomach... more

“Tummy Tuck Scheduled for July 23rd. ...”

Well I am doing it. Going for that tummy tuck this Friday (July 23rd). I am so scared. This site is helping me cope with the nerves since most are saying it was worth it. I think what makes me nervous more is the drain tubes being on so long. Unfortunately, I have to go back to work on Wednesday (July 28th). Oh boy!! The results of the tummy tucks seem so great!! I was actually going to get... more

“2 Sets of Twins + Hysterectomy -...”

I have had 2 sets of twins (ages 9 &6) plus a hysterectomy. I have really wanting a TT for a REALLY long time, plus now considering a breast lift (no implants). I can schedule the procedure of July 28th, however we are then scheduled to go on vacation 2 and half weeks after that. I know I will have to take it super easy on vacation. But yet, that will be additional time to recovery. I... more

“33 Yrs Old - Tummy Tuck After 4 Kids...”

I'm a mother of 4 (twins 12yr, girl 11yr and baby boy 9months). After an 11 year gap I recently had a beautiful baby boy. In between that gap I exercised not regular but same what often my belly still had that pouch that have hated for so long. After having 7.4lbs and 7.4 twins 12 years ago my stomach was never the same. I have so many stretch mark I know having a TT would get rid of all.So I... more

“Tummy Tuck After Lap Band Surgery...”

I had a Tummy Tuck 3 days ago. i too was very scared but i needed this done. i use to weigh 306lbs i am 5"8 and was a beast. i had the lap band surgery Feb 14th 2007 and lost 151 lbs. i was a size 24 and now a size 3 and look awesome in clothes, but when the clothes come off i feel ashamed because i had the body of a 70 yr old lady.i finally decided to do the surgery and i have to say at... more

“5 Days Post OP! Tummy Tuck and Lipo...”

I am a 27 y/o mother of three...I am 5'6 and was 118 before my 1st child. after my 1st pregnancy I was left with a small umbilical hernia, stretch marks and abdominal seperation. with each subsequent pregnancy these issues worstened. I have a very strenous job that requires I am in shape. No matter what i did the cosmetic issues could not be resolved.I began researching the more

“I Survived the Tummy Tuck!”

After having a baby 16 Years old I have never been able to wear a bikini. In fact, The one time I tried to I used so much makeup that my tummy looked even worst.My kid is now 16y/o and I wanted to do something for me. I will continue my journal daily so you guys can have your surgery vicariously through & perhaps you will help me change my current name lol!I arrived at the facility early... more

“Full TT - Finally Did It.”

I had my Full TT done yesterday at 10:00 AM. Everything went well Thank God. However I haven't been able to sleep at all. I feel the need to urinate every 10 minutes, Other than that I'm doing great. Is this normal?I will post some before and after photos. Pain so far so good. I will update on that too:)  As you can see from my 1 day post TT. I'am a bit disappointed. I can see all... more

“Liposution of the Flanks and...”

Pros: flat and sexy tummy, fewer stretch marks improved selfesteem.Cons: pain,seroma, having to get stucked by needles repeatedly, scaring walking hunched over to prevent dehiscence and raised scarring.I had liposution of the flanks and abdominoplasty 2 weeks ago,after 10days, my surgeon informed me that i had a seroma right in the m more

“Great Surgery. Im So Happy !! (Had...”

I had to have surgery after experiencing a 65lb weight loss n battled recurring infectious boils of hair follicles in ab stretch marks. was glad to have surgery as it has changed my life.is it normal to have internal sutures,( white plastic things) coming out of tummy tuck incision ? more

“Tummy Tuck Caused Strech Marks!”

My tummy is flatter recvery is fast I wish I considered or my dr. offered lipo of my back and flanks with it.. it is so important because I feel that I cannot realize the benefits of the flatter tummy because every time I try to dress with sexy cloths I cannot becuase I have a donut ring on my back and sides now !!I had a tummy tuck that caused me a lot of new thick and thin strech marks. It... more

“Bad Tummy Tuck”

I had tumy tuck done 9 weeks ago and have bump on my upper tumy that makes my skin to look sagy. My doctor saying it is scar tissue or fat and want to insert canula and lipo that . Is it to early or dangerous?I had tumy tuck done 9 weeks ago and have bump on my upper tumy that makes my skin to look sagy. My doctor saying it is scar tissue or fat and want to insert canula and lipo that ... more

“Swelling, Extra Pounds Gained After...”

I decided to get a tummy tuck because i wanted to shed my extra fat on my tummy and i wanted to get rid of the loose skin.Before i got tummy tuck, i weighed 132 lbs. but 4 days after tummy tuck when i weighed myself, i was up to 139 lbs. Does swelling give you extra pounds when you weigh yourself? more

“Satisfied with Tummy Tuck but Pubic...”

I had a tummytuck 5 years ago and now my mons pubic area is larger than ever since the surgery. i am happy with my tummy tuck but the pubis area just got fat.i just dont feel comfortable with that area now.i just want to know that there is help for me. i cant wear tight clothes i cant wear jeans without wearing a shirt over.i am considering surgery can you recommend what is better for me. more

“Tummy Tuck Well Worth It! Whole New Me!”

Pros: A sleek shapely mid-section that can make any outfit a compliment. The other obvious; no huge smelly pannus to make you cringe every time the wind blows your clothes against your body. The skill and care of the doctor was incomparable.Cons: Mine was done differently (vertically, by choice) due to previous surgery, so the recovery was a bit harder. Drains are a necessary bummer.   more

“Still Having Pain 3 Weeks Post-op”

Hi, I was just wondering if there was anyone out there who is 3 weeks post-op and still having pain and discomfort? I had mine done on 2/10 and did so well the first week. I was taking pain meds of course, but was getting around rather well. The second week got a little harder after I stopped taking the narcotics, and this 3rd week is still hard. I feel like I'm getting nerve pains on... more