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Want my Hourglass - Atlanta, GA

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Tomorrow is the big day. I have my procedure...

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AtlfineAugust 2, 2012
WORTH IT$4,247

Tomorrow is the big day. I have my procedure scheduled for 8:30 at Sonobello. I have mixed feelings, I'm excited because I've always wanted to get rid of this belly and I'm finally doing something that can possibly help me, but than im nervous that I won't have the hourglass shape I want and even more nervous about the pain and swelling after. I'm trying to think realistically but for the money i spent I wanna see some really good results.

I'm 5'4 153lbs my measurements are 36-37-41. I'm getting my upper/lower abs and flanks done. I work out 3 times a week and plan on trying to loose atleast 10 -13 more pounds after my procedure. I want to get down to between 137-142 and also do some muscle toning. When I excercise and eat right I can loose weight but I loose it all over and have absolutely no curves. Then when i gain weight it all goes to my stomach and love handles. So I guess I'm more looking to get a sculpted look after this is all over. I will be sure to keep everyone updated on my journey.

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BellaG
August 2, 2012
Good luck tomorrow!! Hope it goes well. Let us know how you are as soon as you are feeling up to posting.
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Atlfine
August 2, 2012
Thanks Bella, I will.
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Renewmesoon
August 3, 2012
Hi! Good luck! It seems you really want a hour glass rather than just having a flat tummy. Make sure repeat exactly what you want during the morning of the surgery to ensure it is fresh in his mind. Hopefully, he should be able to sculpt the hour glass figure for you. Some docs are better than others when it comes to sculpting hourglass figures; I call them body artist. Ive seen a few docs on this site who practice in FL. who have seem to master sculting hour glass figures & bbl. Keep us updated on you progress. Good Luck & happy healing :)
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Renewmesoon
August 3, 2012
Oops! Sorry, for the grammar & spelling errors; I failed to proof read before submitting my comment.
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Atlfine
August 3, 2012
No, I definetly want a flat tummy in addition to the hour glass. But, I am going to stress this today. Thanks I will keep you posted.
BellaG
August 3, 2012
That sounds like what I have. They made nice curves and a tiny waist (that I have never had in my life!), but my tummy is flat. Hope all goes well today!
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Atlfine
August 5, 2012
That's exactly what I want. Are you happy with your results ?
BellaG
August 5, 2012
Yes! I still have lots of swelling but over all I am pleased.
felicia214
August 6, 2012
how long are you post op? i'm fourteen days post op and i'm still sore and swollen in my lower and upper abs. i had 950cc removed.
justatraveler
August 3, 2012
Good luck!!
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Atlfine
August 3, 2012
Thanks
K_at_RealSelf
August 3, 2012

Good luck, I hope all goes well!

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Atlfine
August 5, 2012
Thank you
UPDATED FROM Atlfine
3 days post

Im 3 days post-op. I did my procedure this past...

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AtlfineAugust 6, 2012
Im 3 days post-op. I did my procedure this past Friday, it went very well. I was given (3) 1mg xanax, 2 vicodin, a pill for nausea and antibiotics, so my memory is very foggy after taking these meds.I slept most of the day after the procedure. I woke up very swollen and leaking alot from my flanks. My pain level the day after the procedure and after taking a vicodin was about a 7 on a scale from 1-10, I took the kids school shopping the day after my procedure, so I was feeling rather well. Ive lost about 4 pounds and gone down 1inch in my waist. I still have alot of swelling but I can already see progress. I went back to work today and I feel great, im taking my arnica pills, antibiotics and advil for pain.My post op appt is Saturday.Im happy with my docotr and his staff he called me from his home to check on me as well as his staff did also. I will keep everyone posted on my progress.

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perfectbodpersuit
September 7, 2012
hey...I would love to see your results, pls post some pics...:)
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Atlfine
September 8, 2012
I will do a 6week review
UPDATED FROM Atlfine
1 month post

This is my 6 week review. I'm still on the fence...

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AtlfineSeptember 17, 2012
This is my 6 week review. I'm still on the fence on how I feel about the procedure. I thought my stomach would be a lot flatter and m waist a lot smaller. I do still to swell a little in the evening especially around my bellybutton. I am working on loosing 10-15pounds by dieting and excercising. I've been using the my fitness pal app and it is great. I recommend it to everyone. Hopefully by the end of October I will be more pleased with my outcome

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Renewmesoon
September 18, 2012
You look pretty good. Is your significant other happy w/ your results? At about 3 months you should see the true pictures of what u should look like. BTW, I luv my fitness pal....works wonders
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Atlfine
September 18, 2012
Thanks, he's pleased so far. But he expects better, especially with the amount of money we invested. He's awaiting the 3month mark.
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