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SmartLipo, Body Jet Lipo and Mini Tummy Tuck

  • posted 3 years ago
  • updated 3 years ago

I had Smart Lipo w/ suction on my flanks &...

I had Smart Lipo w/ suction on my flanks & inner thighs, and a 2nd procedure on my abs/mons/chin using Body Jet Lipo w/ suction, in addition to a mini-tummy tuck. I had the 2nd procedure a little over a month ago, so I still have some swelling...however, I'm ecstatic with my results!

I took hormones 3 yrs. ago and couldn't lose an ounce, no matter what, afterward. Lipo has re-set my set point; I even lost a few extra lbs.! Wahoo!

The recovery was a little different than I expected---longer, but not manageable; it was mostly the tenderness and the annoyance of the drains that was the worst. I highly recommend taking the prednisone, as I only did for the 2nd procedure and it made a huge difference. Expect to be tender for a long time, but not in horrible pain. I really think using local anesthesia helped with pain, swelling...and certainly risks!

I am SO glad I did the procedures. I feel sexy again!

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He is amazing! A great, Christian man with impeccable skills. He is personable, thorough, extremely intelligent, and cutting-edge. He trains other surgeons and uses the latest, safest techniques! He and his staff truly listen to the patients wants and needs. I was thrilled to find a surgeon who doesn't use general anesthesia; they give you medicine to calm you down and even make you sleepy if you prefer not to be awake. We laughed and told stories during the procedure!

Comments (3)

Daisy Rowlett 9 Mar 2013
Who is your doctor
MsBee 20 Jul 2010
Yes please post photos!
bamagirl11 31 Jan 2010
Hi. Would you be willing to post a photo? Thanks, Bamagirl11

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