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3 weeks Post - Scar
I also posted a pic of my previous drain hole sites. I wanted to show how no stitches were needed and they just scabbed over shortly after being removed. I know I was curious as to what happened after the drains came out so I added this picture for everyone who hasn't went through this step yet. It still feels very tender around the immediate area and it has some extra swelling. I did try "grooming" my area but I just avoided to the drain scabs and my incision the best I could.
Because I have been so swollen, I have not set foot on a scale since before my surgery. I was so afraid of it saying that I lost little to no weight. So I finally got on and I have lost 15 pounds since surgery!!! I guess my eating super healthy and clean since surgery is really paying off :-D
Started Back to Work 18 days Post Op
2 Week Post Op
I also took a trip to Target today to pick up some dresses for work since my swelling is still pretty bad and I don't think I will be into my pre-surgery work clothes by the time I go back on Monday. At least the dresses will give my stomach some room if it swells throughout the day and I won't have a waist band digging into me making me even more uncomfortable.
One of the most exciting parts of my day was walking into Target and seeing the bikinis on clearance and actually being able to go over and look through them knowing that I will actually look good in them!! I even tried one on just for the heck of it and even with my swelling it looked AWESOME!!! I can't wait until next summer when I can flaunt my flat non swollen belly :)
Even though it felt great getting out and feeling semi normal today, I think I might have over did it just a bit. I'm super swollen and in a little pain now. I think i plan to just lay low this weekend and try and relax the best I can until I have to go back to work on Monday.
Provider Review
Words can't begin to explain how happy I am for choosing Dr. Bottger as my surgeon to perform my Tummy Tuck. I would first like to say that his staff is AMAZING...they are all so polite and helpful and Mary Jo is just a sweetheart. During my consultation, Dr. Bottger, was very patient with answering mine and my husband's questions. He was very informative about what to expect if I did decide to do the surgery. The day of surgery, he came in to prep me for my procedure and he again was very patient with all of our questions. I'm only a few days out but so far but my results are phenomenal!! My scar is very low and my belly button is adorable. I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Bottger to anyone who is looking for a great PS.