League City Tummy Tuck Doctors and Reviews

“Getting Ready for the TUCK - Houston, TX”

I have wanted this for a very long time. After 3 kids, it is time. I have had two consults so far and have my third scheduled today. I booked my surgery with the second surgeon because I felt really comfortable with him and his staff and have been impressed with his reviews as well as before and after photos. I finally got my husband on board with me having the procedures but he wanted me to... more

“Horrible Experience With Dr....”

My best friend just got surgery from Dr. L and referred me to him, so i contacted his office on today 4/5/13 to set a consultation. Elizabeth answered the phone and was very nice until she started asking me my history (my height 5'2, and weight 185) After I told her my height and weight, she then informed me that she would need to check my BMI to make sure I was not overweight. (I had been to... more

“I'm so happy to say”

Hi, I'm 30 year old female with 5 kiddos ages 12,10, 6, 5, and 3..I.had them all by c section yes all 5 of them, I been over weigh all my life, I'll post pictures soon...I'm ready for a new change, I seen two surgeons Dr.Bob Basu and Dr.Gill, and I'm so delightfil with both surgeons, I'm undecided with who to go with, can any one help me decide by their experienceI'm going to chose Dr.Bob... more

“TT Review -Houston, TX”

Good experience and pretty satisfied about results. Good quality-price rapport. Nurses at Hospital were very nice and took good care of the patient. Dr. Cortez is always available for any question or concern and ready to understand the patient's needs.  After surgery requires some time off but not more than a couple of days. more

“Scheduled and paid!!! Why am I so...”

I am a mother of 2 and ready to get my body back! I started looking into getting a TT 2 years ago and have taken so long due to nerves! I am finally ready to get it done!!So I am leaning towards Dr. Adams in Webster, Texas for my TT. Can anyone give me any positive or negative comments if you have used him? I am ready to schedule my TT finally and really want to make sure I choose a good... more

“Excellent! - Houston, TX”

I had a horrible looking vertical scar on my stomach from an emergent laparoscopy I had many years ago that I wanted help on making it look better or gone, I was self conscious about it and was embarrassed to show my belly to anyone especially my loving husband, I couldn’t let him place his hand on my abdomen due to the fact that I did not feel sexy. Now I have the self confidence to wear... more

“My Flat Tummy is Back! - Houston, TX”

After a ton of research, I finally decided to have the tummy tuck that I had dreamt about since the birth of my second child. I was down to my pre-baby weight, but the loose skin around my abdomen was always there. A close friend recommended Dr. Schusterman, who had performed her tummy tuck a few years prior. I visited his office for a consultation in May 2011. He was very positive about the... more

“Patented LipoTuck Procedure After...”

After months of research, my husband and I chose a patented procedure called the LipoTuck performed by Dr. Ahmadi in Houston, Texas. I had lost 100 pounds after a Gastric Bypass performed two years prior to visiting Dr. Ahmadi's office. When I went in for my consultation I was already 100% ready for the surgery. During the consult we talked about the sagging skin I wanted removed from my... more

“4 weeks post op-New pictures -...”

I'm 5' 5", 130 lbs, 2 children both by C-section. Same story as most. My first pregnancy gave me stretch marks and a really ugly stretch mark where my belly button piercing was. After my first baby I lost all the weight plus 10 lbs and my stretch marks were so light and my belly was flat. I can wear a bikini again right? Nope, because of my belly button a bikini was out. My second pregnancy I... more

“9 days Post-Op”

Hello ladies, I've been wanting a tt for 2 years now. I finally got the nerves. I'm ready to see a flat stomach. I've been YouTube tummy tucks for about 1 year now....I feel I could do the surgery myself....I have did all my research..my current weight is 170... I'm 5'4 33 years of age..mother of 2. I'm very happy about my decisionHello ladies I just want to say my 7 grand includes lipo,... more

“From Flabby to Fabulous! - Houston, TX”

I have 2 kids, I was 25 and had a loose and stretchy belly. I wore girdles everyday and could not stand the way I looked naked. I decided to come on this website and get the motivation I needed in order to get the job done. I had my procedure in March of 2011 and it cost me $8000. Dr, Newall in Houston Texas. He brought this beat up body back to life, no complications and no pain... it was was... more

“Full Tummy Tuck with Lipo to Abs,...”

I gained 52 pounds with my pregnancy in 2009 that ended in a csection. I had severe muscle separation resulting in a bulging belly and kangaroo pouch. Dr Hsu did a wonderful job fixing my tummy and sculpting my mid section and thighs. I couldn't be more pleased. Also, I have a perfect belly button! more

“Amazing Work. - Houston, TX”

I have always been a skeptic of plastic surgery. After two abdominal surgerys (C-section & hysterectomy), I was left with a sag I never thought I would have as I excercise vigorously quite often. I decided to have it corrected after years of procrastination. I was pleasantly amazed by Dr. LoManaco's work. Pain was slim to none. The staff are incredible. Definitely would recommend Dr.... more

“Turning Back Time - Houston, TX”

I have been dreaming of having a tummy tuck ever since I had my second child four years ago. Before I had kids, I was very athletic and extremely fit. Although I took care to not gain too much weight while pregnant and was able to return to my pre-pregnancy weight after each child, my stomach would alter with each pregnancy. After my second pregnancy, I noticed that the skin on my stomach was... more

“Getting my Sexy Back on with a Tummy...”

I want to look and feel sexy again with and without clothes on lol...I have only thought about getting a TT when I went in for a BR consult June 2012....I want to be able to wear a wife beater tank top without looking 6 months pregnant....I am soooo excited, but nervous...I can not wait to see the results...My coworkers already gave me a gift bag of cute "boy short" underware...lolMy TT went... more

“3 months post op and about to run my...”

I am a 35 year old mom of two, ages 7 and 2, both c-section deliveries. I am 5'4, 140lbs and wear a size 6. The reason I am getting this tummy tuck is because I cannot get rid of this tummy fat. For the last year I have been very commited to my running, putting in 12-20 miles a week and nothing has seemed to help. I have tried diet and ab classes in addition to the running and still nothing.... more

“Post Op 11 weeks - still swelling...”

I am so pleased I found this site! Have been reading all the stories of everyone on here. I have never had surgery and am uber scared about the prospect of doing so! However, I had my pre-op yesterday and now feel like I'm just going to plough through the inevitable anxiety and use sites like this to help me along my way! I am 39, 5ft 8 and weigh about 200lbs at the moment. I exercise... more

“4 weeks PO - LOVING IT!!!!!”

I had a tummy tuck with lipo on the thighs, flanks & upper back on November 1, 2012. My husband is the one that pushed me to schedule the first initial preop. I went to the PS that my next door neighbor had used, as well as some of her friends. I really liked Dr. Atun, I thought he was sincere and did not seem in a rush at all..either time I went int! I was sold after the first... more

“Tummy Tuck Belly Button Concerns -...”

I had a tummy tuck 4 weeks ago after 2 twin pregnancies and a single pregnancy.I am very pleased with the tummy tuck but concerned about my belly button. It has only been 4 weeks but after reading many posts I am now understanding the scar should not be visible. Will this somehow tuck inside later? more

“Going in for Consultation on...”

Ever since I had my children, the last one was almost 18 years ago, my very lower stomach has sagged and won't respond to diet/exercise. I had lipo in 2005 from Dr. W, and got great results, but there was nothing he could do about the lower area without doing a tummy tuck. I resisted and dieted more and worked out harder. The area would not shrink and the skinnier I got, the bigger it looked. more

“Abdominalplasty and Liposuction....”

Procedures: Abdominalplasty and liposuction Surgeon: Dr. Christopher Patronella Recommends: YES (without reservation) Cost: $9800 (for abdominalplasty (i.e tummy tuck); $5200 liposuction Who am I: A woman, a physician, a mother of two little ones (2.5 and 4.5), a wife, and a friend. Age: 32 MY STORY: I was always very unsure about plastic surgery; actually, I thought it was... more

“Tummy Tuck Breast Augmentation and...”

I am very satisfied more than I expected, feared by the time it would take to recover and scars, no pain was surprising in two weeks and was back at work, in terms of the scars on the breasts disappeared and an stomach is so thin that it is practically invisible. Note that I have only six weeks I underwent the surgeries. the results are amazing. me and compared to other photos on the internet... more

“Decided to Go with a Tummy Tuck, No...”

I have considered a Tummy Tuck for over 7 years now and I have decided that 2013 will be my year. I live equally between Houston and San Antonio Tx. I have read alot of reviews from Dr's in both areas but would like as much information as possible. If you are willing to share your physician, costs and results with me, I would greatly appreciate this so that it will ease my mind when making my... more

“Bye Bye Hanging Skin - Houston, TX”

I underwent a large amount of weight loss and have a lot of loose, hanging skin. I have two adult children who have blessed me with grandchildren and I wanted to be able to enjoy spending time with them. After my weight loss, I noticed the skin that hung prevented my smaller clothes from fitting properly and my older, large clothes were too big. I also had trouble with rashes and irritation of... more

“Dr L is the Best! - Houston, TX”

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“Swelling - Houston, TX”

So far so good just frustrated that it hurts to move. I maybe doing too much too soon. I started driving after one week of surgery. how long til I can buy new clothes? The clothes I have now don't even fit I am scared I will continue eating bad and not keeping weight off. I hate wearing the tight under clothes more

“16wks Tomorrow...doing great!”

I'm a 5'3" 111 lbs healthy mother of 3. At 41 yrs old I know my child bearing days are done. After having my last two children from my second marriage I managed to shrink back to my normal "petite" size..all but that annoying muffin top that at times can really make you feel depressed. My T-shirts don't even fit right which in turns leaves me selecting a larger size just to hide my... more

“New Mommy Body! - Houston, TX”

Soon after getting married at 25 I happily became pregnant with my first child. I had always been a very small, athletic girl averaging around 130lbs at 5'3. Throughout pregnancy I gained around 50lbs. My son was over 9lbs and 21 inches, which means my body was very stretched out to say the least. After pregnancy I failed to lose on the weight I put on and then became pregnant with my second... more

“My Goal is to Improve the Way...”

Victory Hospital where the procedure was performed was Awesome!!! Nurse were at my bed side 24-7.I'm 3 weeks post -op still in recovery so for I love the way my new stomach looks.I wish I would have done a lil Smart Lipo. I,ll just have to wait until all the swelling leave 3 month from now. I'm taking it easy,plenty of bed rest.Staying at my parents to help with the kiddos while hubby at work... more

“Very Natural Results! - League City, TX”

I am so happy with my tummy tuck results! my scar is very thin and low. my belly button looks completely natural and is round, not a weird looking slit. i went from a size 36 inch waist to a size 32 inch waist. very well done! his office is very nice and so is the staff. i also love dr. adams bedside manner, he is so nice and comforting. more

“Frustrated With Wound Reopening...”

I had my procedure on the 8th of June and it is now July 1st. He evacuated and restitched the area back up. I'm 43, non smoker and still have the same issue. As of the 28th the exact same wound reopened and it's reopening on the other side of my stomach in the same area. He placed another drain in and removed the next day which was the 27th. I am so discouraged and depressed. I do not smoke... more

“13 day post-op..... 2 week visit...”

I am 25 a mother/stepmom of four. I weight 137 and I am 5"1. I carry all my weight on my tummy and I wish i could wear a teo piece bathing suit and Tight dresses but i feel self concious..... And I think the tummy tuck will help me a ton will my self esteem. I've had 2 c-sections and my surgery is July 20 only about 3 wks from now. I am not nervous for the surgery itself but I'm nervous... more

“Ready for a New Beginning and a New...”

2 years ago I began my journey of finding the me that I knew was inside somewhere. For more than a year now I have kept off 95 lbs. I saw Dr Ahmadi a year ago and due to some changes in jobs and locations and such... I postponed my surgery and now a year later have finally scheduled the date to have my surgery. My surgery is scheduled for August 15, 2012 and I can't wait. I'll keep this posted... more

“4 1/2 Weeks Post-Op and Feeling much...”

Hi Everyone! I am a mother of 2 beautiful girls. They are ages 4 and 1. I am 5'4 and now weigh about 158. Since I decided that I am done having children I am ready to get a tummy tuck. I was average weight (130) most of my life and never had any problems. After my first child I gained 60 pounds but easily lost all of that weight plus more and had little to no stretch marks. I expected that... more

“Tummy Tuck, Lipo on Hips,...”

I'm 31 yrs old, 4 awesome kids, 3 born c- section and I am 5'4 121 pounds. I am having TT, lipo n inner/outer thighs, hips, arms and mastoplexy donut. I had my first child VERY young and gained 50 pounds each pregnancy resulting in serious stretch marks and loose skin. I am grateful to my mommy n her genes, I lose n keep weight off but my skin is not so lucky.. I've had breast augmentation... more

“Tummy Tuck for my 30th Birthday! -...”

I am a married mother of two (son is 10, daughter is almost 4) I work out, watch what i eat but this belly isnt going anywhere! Once my husband and I decided we were done having kids, I knew that I wanted to have a tummy tuck. My 30th birthday is July 21, I couldn't think of a better birthday present for myself! Hello 30's AND new body!!!Well I know I feel off the post wagon. I had my TT on... more

“Can't Wait...Tummy Tuck May 2 -...”

Can't wait to finally get a tummy tuck. I am a mother of a 4 year old and 3 year old and they wrecked havoc on my tummy. Both delivered through c section, now I have that kangaroo pouch. I am having my surgery on Wed and I am nervous and excited at the same time. more

“The Easiest and Best Decision that I...”

I have 2 wonderful boys, 8 and 4. Now, I also have a huge gut that more than one Dermatologists have told me will not go away no matter what I do. Plastic surgery is my only option. I am schedule for a tummy tuck and lipo in June. I am so scared of the pain after. And I'm scared that it won't work. It's hard for me to imagine that I can actually have a flat stomach and smaller... more

“It's Time to Love My Body - Houston, TX”

I am a 34 year old mother of two (age 19 & 17), 5'4" and weigh 135. As you can see, I had my children young, I was very petite. With my first child I gained 70lbs - the stretch marks are not pretty. I've never been comfortable in a bikini. My family and friends think I'm crazy for even thinking about a TT but I think it's time I please myself. My baby is 17 years... more

“Tummy Tuck W/BA and Lipo of Hips -...”

I'm 5wks po and I finally got the ok from my ps to take off my cg and can now wear a regular bra. Boy has this been a long process so far. I've also been given the ok to return to the gym, but must start slowly. Prior to surgery I was going 5days a wk and loved it, but now that i've been away for so long and not 100% I don't feel up to going. I hate starting all over again, but... more

“Tummy Tuck Revision Surgery (dog...”

I am 46 years old and a mother of three. My children were all large rang from 8 to 10 lbs and as a result left my body full of stretched skin and massive stretch marks. I have always been a fit person but the frustration of not being able to change your mid section with diet and exercise is disheartening. My doctor also found that I have an umbilical hernia that needs to be repaired as well.... more

“Major set back, HELP Houston, TX”

Hello, i'm 33 years old, i have 4 years old triplets (c-section), before that i had 2 surgeries done for ovarian border-line cancer, i feel like i have a freeway going through my stomach, my belly button is off, the left side of my tummy is higher than the right side. I have never been flat nor skinny but was very comfortable with how i looked and with my weight before all the surgeries... more

“Cant Wait for a New Me - Houston, TX”

A 8 pounder and a 10 pounder and two c sections. what more do I have to say. I've been thinking about this for almost 6 years and I have decided to get it done. Thank God that I'm a vet because if not I would have been spending 5 thoundsand dollars in Mississippi. Its rare that the VA will do this but mine is a medical necessity. I was cut straight up and down twice and no matter how... more

“Many Complications After Surgery.....”

I had a full tt with smart lipo of the flanks on June 28, 2011. After having 2 c-sections, I had some loose skin that bothered me for years, and I wanted my pre-baby figure back. Complications began within hours after the surgery. The nurse came in to try and get me up and out of bed. The moment that she tried to stand me up, I started passing out. My blood pressure dropped to 60/40 and... more

“2 months post op! New pics! Was on...”

When gabbing with the girls, in the last 4 years or so, about elective procedures, I always said I would have a Tummy Tuck. But, I never really thought it was an actual obtainable goal. I have three boys all 5 years apart. I was in my twenties with the first two and bounced right back. The last baby was the smallest at 7 lb 10 oz. I gained 50 lbs. I am 5' 7" and avg weight (give or... more

“Tummy Tuck in Texas.....still draining”

I was pregnant at 19 with twins....over six pounds each!My belly button ceased to exist after that!! My stretch marks look like a Topigraphical map of some strange land. I had two more single births (c sections) and that was that...ugly belly syndrome. I am 41 now, a house wife with a busy life. I find time to work out 4-5 times a week for approx a year now...seeing great results except for... more

“Tummy Tuck in 2 Days”

I've had then"jiggle" belly with wrinkley stretch marks since I had my last child 19 years ago. It is TIME for itnto GO! Always thought this was a pipe dream, but through several circumstances I realized this was actually do-able and a good idea. Went to the doctor last week and scheduled for this week because of a busy upcoming December and major mission trip in January.... more

“Tummy Tuck and Lipo to Hips, Thigh,...”

I went in to see Dr. Basu to see what he can do for me to make me 'proportional' again. I am a size small on the top but a size 10 on the bottom. I gained about 30 pounds after my 2nd pregnancy. I lost all my self confidence and also stop going out with my husband to functions. I kept waiting for my weight to come back down after pregnancy but it just wasn't happening. My son is 18... more

“Worried About the Way It Looks -...”

I'm 43 years old, wanted a tummy tuck for ~13 years, finally had one on 9/9/11. My concerns are, I'm not flat like I thought I would be. I'm not sure if there is still swelling or did the Dr. not tighten me enough? I was told by my Dr. that lipo in the belly could not be done at the same time of tuck because of blood flow, should have he done lipo to give me the flat belly I've... more

“Little friend (4.5lbs to be exact)...”

I am a 38 year old mother of 2, ages 18 and 17. I was always small (size 0)and 4' 11" prior to my children but having them 14 months apart really did a number on my belly. Not to mention a Full incision hernia repair when my 17yr old was 7months old... My body was stretched to its limit and then some. I am very active and excercise (cardio) at leat 5 days a week for 1 hr daily, though... more

“You Get What You Pay For: Great...”

Between babies and menopause, my belly had taken on a life of it's own. Couldn't fix it with diet and exercise any more, so decided to try a tummy tuck. My results are spectacular. I was slender to begin with, but didn't have much of a waistline. He not only gave me a Sports Illustrated tummy (complete with ab definition), but used lipo to give me a lovely waist. My torso is... more

“Angel - Houston, TX”

49 year old female I had gastric bypass eleven years ago and lost a total of 180lb. Of course, having lost all of that weight, I had a measureable amount of excess skin around my stomach area. I have always wanted to have a tummytuck after losing so much weight. I developed rheumatoid arthritis a couple of years ago which doesn't help with the extra stomach weight I am already carrying... more

“TT in Ten Days with Lipoprotein and...”

I have 4 children, short, and the entire front side of me sags. I'm about 20 lbs oversight and just tired of the look of my front. I buy larger sizes just because of my stomach. Has anyone had that much done at one time? I'm having TT, breast lift, lipoprotein of chin, arms, axilla, inner and outer thighs, and flanks. So scared! more

“2 weeks post op today - Houston, TX”

I am a single mother of 3 kids, 15,13,and 5. Even before my divorce I was always so depressed over what the pregnancies did to my body. 2 years ago I had a breast aug done and couldn't be happier with the decision. Its a long time coming but I'm finally in a financial position to be able to do something for myself. I can't even explain in words how badly I want to have a flat... more

“Turning My Dream N2 a Reality! -...”

I'm 32yrs young proud mother of 5 ages from 18mos,5yrs,8yrs,10yrs & 14yrs. 3beautiful daughters & 2 handsome sons. Had a vaginal hysterectomy February 2011.Today I say good riddens 2 my donelapped syndrome! I pray that every 1 whose having surgery 2day has an anointed surgery team & all is well! I'll upload my post-op pics when the binder & drains are removed! Well I'm off 2 the... more

“LipoTuck Finally Scheduled / Post-op...”

At 58 years old, I have finally gotten to the point that I am going to do something for me for a change. I am 5'1" and 169 lbs. I had a c-section in 1979 and my stomach has never been the same. Anyway, I went for a consult and got all the medical clearances I needed and have my surgery scheduled for August 17, 2011!! I am Ecstatic to say the least.......I will post pics hopefully by... more

“Best in the Biz! - Houston, TX”

I wanted to go into my forties looking same or better then when I had my babies. I had a tummy tuck and associated lipo and am loving the results, I am recovering just as he had predicted. Cons: long recovery time, it will take a full 12 months for me to see the results intended. I really regretted it just right after surgery given the pain, how it looked and how drastic the procedure... more

“10 weeks post op & feeling good!!! :)”

I am a 40 yr old mother of 3, ages: 22, 19, & 13. Most of the damage to my body was a result of my first pregnancy. I was only 17 at the time and was horrified by my post-baby belly. I was a size 4 with very loose skin that hung below my waist line. I've finally gotten the courage to have the surgery. I had a breast lift done in December and was very pleased with the results and how I... more

“A Doctor's - Doctor! - Houston, TX”

I gained lots of weight during my pregnancies but lost of it and more. I didn't think it was fair to carry around extra skin since I worked so hard! Also, it was paired with another procedure which made it easier. If I get pictures I will post! more

“I Love my Flat Tummy! - Houston, TX”

Wow!, the results speak for themselves. My gynecologist and primary care doc say they have never seen such an amazing result from a tummy tuck. I love my flat tummy!! more

“So Far So Good - Houston, TX”

I had my TT with Lipo and lipo on my upper and lower back this past Wednesday 2/16/2016...I thought that the pain afterwards was going to be unbearable. I was wrong. The hardest part was getting up and moving around because of the medications. I love my doctor, he was very supportive and understanding. I have my follow up care Monday. I will post before and after pictures.. I went... more

“I Couldn't Have Wished for Better...”

Pregnancy, c-section, hysterectomy and weight gain/loss left me with an apron of skin hanging over my incision scar. I was very self conscious about the appearance of my abdomen and uncomfortable with how the loose skin felt under my clothing. At 4 weeks post op I was already down a full size, had tight abs and felt sexy again. I am thrilled with my results and would recommend Dr. Boynton to... more

“Getting Ready - Texas”

Lost about 90 lbs in the last year. I have a large amount of abdominal skin hanging - hate it. Have been up and down with weight. Now hovering around 180 at 5'5''. I am scheduled for my PS on Dec. 13th - having full tummy tuck with muscle tightening, liop to back and flanks. Getting nervous now - wondering if I'll still get good results with my current weight. Fully plan... more

“Incision Popped 5 Wk Post-op Tummy...”

Needed hysterectomy. So decided to hv abdominoplasty to remove hanging fat from bottom of stomach. Incision partially opened and have dog ears. HELP!!! Feb 15, 2011, I'll be 5 months post-op. I do not regret having my TT at all; regardless of the initial challenges, I'm thrilled with my new look. It was certainly worth it. more

“Apron Tummy Tuck w/Lipo and Eyelid...”

On August 5th, I had an apron tummy tuck with lipo and eyelid lift surgery. I was totally unprepared for the events that followed. Wish I had knowledge of Real Self before I went in. My surgery and recovery would have gone so much smoother. RealSelf is now my favorite site. Total amazement at my transformation. Would go thru it all over again! Hang in their everyone. It's worth... more

“Finally Did It!!! So Far So Good -...”

I finally did it!! I just had my surgery on Wed. (9/15/10) and so far so good :) I have had two C-sections so I kind of knew what to expect as far as pain but it was a bit more than expected. Now at day four I feel great!! The bruising and swelling is starting to set in, which it not too bad. I have kept up on all my meds and I know that makes a huge difference on how I feel. I had a full... more

“Love my Tummy Tuck & Lipo - Houston”

I am six days post-op today and SO, SO thankful I finally had the surgery. After three children and non-pregnancy weight loss of 65lbs, I had been thinking about doing this for a couple of years. I had a breast lift two years ago (loved the doc), but couldn't get comfortable with him doing a TT/lipo. Finally went to the right doctor and decided to move forward. Because of my three little... more

“Mommy Completely Satisfied”

Along with the tummy tuck I had liposuction and a breast lift. After children everything began to sag and resemble something in a museum. I had all of the work done to help my appearance and to feel better about myself. The surgery help with what diet and exercise could not do. more

“Am I Crazy to Think I Can Go Back to...”

I am scheduled on June 18,2010. I am scheduled to go back to work on July 6th. After reading so many peoples stories now I am freaked out that I will be going back to soon. I am also starting to worry that I did not lose enough weight in order for it to look right. I am 5'5" and weigh 157 lbs. I am so happy with my results. I would do it over again in a heartbeat! more

“Tummy Tuck and Lipo on Friday May...”

I just want to say thank you to everyone who has shared their story on this website. I've been reading for awhile now and I feel pretty informed going into this. I am 30 years old with 2 kids - a 4 year old and a 10 month old. I've had 2 C-sections and Gastric Bypass in 2008. I lost weight everywhere but my stomach always looked the same to me, therefore I've not been able to enjoy the weight... more

“Full Tummy Tuck with Lipo, the New Me!”

So happy I did it, I really had no pain from the surgery,only back pain, I couldn't stand up straight for about 3 weeks. For me this surgery was worth every PENNY.I had so many stretch mark NO waist and my tummy looked a mess, im so happy, veiw the new me! more

“Why Did I Wait So Long After Gastric...”

After losing 125 lbs. following gastric bypass surgery, I was left with empy sagging breasts and stomach. I "suffered" with looking at them for close to 3 years when I met my Dr. He met with me twice before I finally made the decision to go through with a breast lift, implants and a tummy tuck. He was patient and very informative as to what I could expect. I had surgery on April 6, 2010... more

“Awaiting Tummy Tuck Summer 2010”

Excited about upcoming tummy tuck and lyposuction to flanks & outer thighs. Wondering if anyone feels 9,500 is an average price for these procedures? One PS told me 14,000. I want to make sure I'm making the right choice and getting the right fee's. more

“Post Tummy Tuck W/lipo - Stomach Was...”

Tummy tuck is too new for me to know if it was worth it. I am sure it was. I had two c-sections and stomach was not pretty.I had a tummy tuck with light lipo two weeks ago and while walking in the mall, I felt fist like feeling in my upper stomach. Kind of like a tightening. Is this normal? more

“Inscion Not Healing (32 Years Old, 3...”

After having three kids I'm 32 years old I though it was time for it to be about me and I love the results but can't enjoy it due to healing issues. I had a tummy tuck 9/22/09. Three weeks after my surgery my inscion reopend 4 in and it was deep. My docter closed it and explained that the fluid could have caused it to open but never could give me answers. it's been two going on... more

“Lost 100lb - Tummy Tuck is the Best!”

I promised myself a tummy tuck if I finally lost the weight I had been gaining/losing/gaining again. I did it..100lbs. So I began saving my money and searching for a doctor.I love my doctor and am so thrilled to have the extra skin gone for good. I feel like a real feminine woman for the first time in my adult life.It was a scary procedure and I had some complications. My incision degraded and more

“Tummy Tuck and Breast Lift at Age 61.”

I wanted to have a tummy tuck and breast lift to address sagging breasts and lax stomach muscles. Twenty years ago, I lost 110 pounds and kept it off through a 12 Step Program. I also hoped my strengthed stomach muscles would help my occasional back aches.Post surgery I experienced manageable pain, abdomen swelling at the end of the more

“Only Two Weeks out but YES WORTH IT!”

I had lost an extensive amt of weight and have four children. I had a large pannus and it is now gone, along with all the abdominal streach marks, I have a cute belly button to boot. I am in A LOT of pain from my back walking hunched over. I get my drains removed Wed and I can't wait. The lipo left knots in my thighs that I have to massage out and that hurts. I find it extremely hard to... more