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BBL Part 1 - Aventura, FL

UPDATED FROM missmiami
16 days post

So I still find my tummy extremely sore. I don't...

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So I still find my tummy extremely sore. I don't sleep all night and again my tummy is soooooooooooo sore that I still take the pain meds occassionally. I use the heating pad, wear my garment, stretch and etc but to be honest I don't take well to discomfort/pain. With that said, I prefer to medicate. I am thinking maybe a muscle relaxer may help. I am sure my tummy will continue to feel weird for quite sometime but for now being functional around the house and keeping up with my kids requires me to still take my meds. For anyone that has had the surgery at what point post op dis u stop needing the medication?
 

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October 7, 2012
Loving your results and the positivity! Good luck during your recovery doll!
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October 7, 2012
missmiami -I wanna thank u seriously I'm always catching on sorry stalking ur reviews to be more clear lol It's really interesting how u express everything .u have given us a lot of info I really appreciate that thanks! keep keeping us posted as for results I know what u mean having a squared body and expecting to be exactly like our wish pics it's impossible I have to be honest ur body is real nice u have more projection ofcourse BUTT n is pretty big ! no homo lol I'm glad u got a good Colombian girdle those are the best it looks good ...going for a second round I am considering that too and like u said Dr salama has nothing to do w our decisions he did what he could do :) good luck
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October 7, 2012
Aww thanks. Yeah it's hard exposing yourself sometimes but u have to be honest. Dr. Salama is a great artist but i cannot express how realistic we have to be and he emphasizes that as well. We also have to remember that wish pics are photoshopped and the models too have underwent numerous procedures. I a, truly pleased with dr salama and definately will be going back. He was pretty honest with me the day of surgery by telling me i had more than 4liters of fat and that was gonna focus on my waist and tummy. He did an amazing job so i know if i keep the weight off and go back my results are gonna be more amazing with an even smaller waist.
October 7, 2012
I could not agree more. In fact, I know one of the models in a common wish pic used here. The photo is VERY photoshopped, and she's actually a tiny muscular girl with no hips, no curves. Sometimes I want to tell the girls who use her pic, but I'm scared of starting drama. I'm afraid it might come off as catty. Youre a smart girl with a fantastic attitude, and it's usually the most realistic patients who end up the happiest. :). If you maintain a healthy diet and exercise, I am positive that you'll get exactly what you want. You're already shaped beautifully.
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October 7, 2012
bettertnatoday- I agree thanks and miss Miami looks great!
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October 7, 2012
Aww thx.i needed that. I try to be realistic
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October 8, 2012
Better & Miami -- totally agree
October 7, 2012
Your review has been so helpful and well written. Love the latest pics. Your shape is looking great! Thanks.
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October 7, 2012
Thx u
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October 8, 2012
How r u feeling ? Body looks good :)
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October 8, 2012
Hey Hun. I took the Percs every few hrs for the first wk. then when I got home after the first wk I would still take 1 at night and sometimes during the day, and before massages. Honestly I probably would've taken them longer if they didn't start to make me sick lol everyone is different so if taking the pain meds helps you then take it as long as u need to. This surgery is no joke!
UPDATED FROM missmiami
15 days post

Btw, I do think Dr. salama and his staff are...

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Btw, I do think Dr. salama and his staff are receptive to the feedback and him being more hands on and personable. However, it is hard to be that way when most patients are not local. As a local patient he and the staff have been great. They know me on a first name basis as other patients who are not local because I have seen that first hand. I have seen this first hand. Dr. salama has also assured me that he will continue monitoring my progress as I have my 3rd or 4th visit with him this coming thursday. So I do think he is doing his best and they are making the effort to address some of the complaints that have been made. Also, if you are not local you can reach out to them for follow ups via facetime, akype and etc as this was something he mentioned to me on the day of surgery. Just a few ideas for u girls.

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October 6, 2012
go to vedette compression garments on Google see if that helps they don't mark u the underwear is kinda loose n it stretches it won't squeeze ur butt like some of the garments good luck
October 7, 2012
what brand of garment its that it looks like it compresses good
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October 7, 2012
Girl yes it compresses my tummy excellent way better than lipoexpress. I have a total of 4 now which is crazy. But i figure i was a girdle person before surgery and will definately use them after surgery. I went to get my 2 from salama altered and fell in love with this one because my tummy is a mess and that is my primary focus. Ayway, i talked your ears off w/out answering the question. It came in a pink package that says fajas on it and the tag says fajas disenos To' prado and its colombian made. I left the package in the car and its raining o i will check tomorrow and post it. I actually tried it on in the store and left with it on. Lol!
October 7, 2012
lol that's ok you are very informative and I appreciate that you look amazing!! keep us posted and how was your room?
October 7, 2012
Does it press the butt. Other Docs have said that The best way to maximize fat take is to minimize muscular movement and avoid excessive massage or pressure on the fat grafts.
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October 7, 2012
All the garments seem to put pressure on aome part off the butt. Finding a completely bare ass garment with excessive pressure on the thighs, back and tummy has been impossible. The only option is a thong and i need compression on my thighs so that is not an option at the moment.
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October 7, 2012
Thanks. I live here so i didn't get a hotel
October 7, 2012
Thx, u have really helped me a lot with my decisions, how many cc's, what to expect, small things to rmbr to take with me. From ur post ive actually change some things. U have been Great! Thx again
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October 8, 2012
Glad i could help. That's what the blog is for. U will be fine
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October 7, 2012
hey girl, looking good and I feel what you posted about going in this with a certain shape body and all that, what you stated seems true\ especially looking at before and after pictures. 
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October 7, 2012
As others have said before gomin with realistic expectations. Your body is simply a canvas. I wanted a bubble butt and because my original shape is totally opposite of that it seems kinda hard to get in one session.
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October 7, 2012
I can see from your latest pics you have a GREAT s-curve and projection!! Thanks for the photos of the boards and garment.
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October 7, 2012
Dr salama gave me exactly what i asked for. I mean dead on. However, i still want more volume which is not his fault.
UPDATED FROM missmiami
15 days post

Its not posting pic of the board

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Its not posting pic of the board

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