“Beautiful result, smooth recovery in new jersey all because i chose the right surgeon!”
Tummy tuck: Worth it
Pain: Mild
After hearing so many horror stories, I was convinced my recovery from a full tummy tuck, breast lift and breast augmentation would be formidable...I couldn't have been more wrong!
A mother of 2 college students at 43, I had been thinking of cosmetic surgery for years...I knew I wanted to take the plunge, but had heard that it was both too risky and expensive...but my dream of a body that better matched my inner strength and beauty prevailed...I went on a whim to my surgeon for a consultation....he was fantastic! ...and the staff was so encouraging and helpful...I knew I would find a way to make it happen.
With the advice of the office personel, I was able to parcially finance my procedure and got ready for the big day....
As I sat in the hospital waiting, my doctor came by to assure me and make the markings on my body...he was so calm and confident, I knew I had made the right choice.
So, here I sit....pain free (after only 4 days, I had no need for medicine) and am back to work after only two weeks...I am absolutely thrilled with the results and can't believe that they will get even better with time! My scars are so much better than I anticipated and the overall eveness and contour of my body is more wonderful than I could have imagined....
But, even more importantly, I must say how imperative it is that anyone considering surgery choose a surgeon who they are comfortable with and who has employed a supportive staff...I have had so many questions along the way(who doesn't?) and with every question, the surgeon/staff made me feel respected and listened to...they welcomed my phone calls and immediately scheduled appointments for even my smallest concerns...
I am so thrilled with not only my results, but with the process...it has been a wonderful journey and only keeps getting better!
Rachael
Updated on Apr 8, 2009:
Updated on May 19, 2009:
May 19, 2009Comments and replies (10)
59 posts
30 Mar 2009
Such a WONDERFUL report, Rachael! I can't agree more about being comfortable with one's doctor and his staff. I'm fortunate because I've known my doctor, his nurses, and admin staff since 1992. When they see me coming, they start laughing....apparently, I'm fairly amusing when coming out from under anesthesia :) :)
10 posts
30 Mar 2009
I agree about liking your plastic surgeon. I feel in LOVE with mine! She was the opposite of the stereotypes I had about plastic surgeons... she is super passionate about what she does, she's also a reconstructive surgeon which helps with my severe muscle damage. And she believes women want to look good... so skill and aesthetics, yay! T minus a week (Apri 7th) and I'm going to be cleaning like mad only to distract myself from the stress and anxiety ;-)
6 posts
30 Mar 2009
Thanks for sharing your story! Its very encouraging. I am researching TT and trying to get the courage up to talk to my hubby about it and book a consult! Any other advice?
6 posts
30 Mar 2009
I agree. Having the right doc makes all the difference in the world. I am 3 days post op and saw my doc today. He answered all of my questions and never made me feel he was rushing to get to the next patient. This was a lot of money I invested in myself. I know cost is a factor but health and safety is first and foremost. Of course you should make sure your doctor is board certified. Check to see if anyone has filed any complaints against him/her. Check out their credentials. I had to wait several years before I could afford to do this. I found doctors who were less expensive but I decided I can't let cost dictate which doctor I decided to go with. I had to go with the doctor I felt really comfortable with no matter the cost, I did have to save up more dollars to go to this doctor but it was worth the peace of mind.
59 posts
9 Apr 2009
WOW!!! You look fabulous!!!!!!!!!!!
10 posts
10 Apr 2009
Rachael, Your results are absolutely beautiful and I am so happy for you. You are right about being comfortable with your surgeon. I went with the surgeon who had the best reputation in my town but didn't "feel" comfortablle with him, and my gut proved to be true. As you may have read I had a horrible complication and my surgeon completely dismissed them. I'm 19 months post op, have severe nerve damage/pain and my scar is aweful! Instead of it going to the hip-line like yours does mine goes almost all the way around my body, and no I did not know that was going to happen. After such a horrible experience for me, it's nice to know that others are happy, look good and had a wonderful experience. You look fabulous! Missy
11 posts
7 Nov 2009
Did you get all that work done for $7500??
11 posts
9 Nov 2009
OK, thanks!