Seeing Dr. Hughes in July for BBL - Culver City, CA

So it has been 8 months since I had my BBL with Dr. Hughes. The results have lasted and I am happy with what Dr. Hughes accomplished. Again, there was not much he had to work with so I think the results are on par with what he told me would happen. There is still a noticeable difference and I continue to hope that this will last. The backside still looks great, however I have lost probably 3/4 of my sides and they have gone back down to be slightly sunken.

I spent the first 3 months not sleeping on my sides and back, which was very difficult. I then spent the next two months sleeping with pillows under my lower back and upper legs so that there was not a lot of pressure placed on my bum and sides for an extended period of time while I slept. I think this was a good decision and suggest people try it

I never received the post-op pics Dr. Hughes said he would have his office send. No one has ever called to see how I am doing, this seems to be the norm with Dr's. Still I do not understand how a phone call checking in would hurt. Overall, I am happy with the results, however it has definitely been a hard journey and a difficult surgery to recover from. This is not for the faint of heart and requires some dedication to recovery.

So 3 weeks have passed. It has been barable but not a very pleasant experience. Sleeping on my stomach is awkward and uncomfortable, however I am getting used to it. I have neither sat down or lied on my back or side for 3 weeks now and it is very difficult. I am looking forward to this being over, but still 3 weeks to go :(
The swelling has gone down for the most part, sadly leaving me with a fraction of what was there. It is most unfortuante because it is just so much less. At 14.5K for the procedure, facturing all costs including currency exchange, I can't say that this has been worth the cost. There is a difference however I can't scream for joy at it being life changing. Sadly, this is most likely the result of having previous lipo done and there just not being enough to transfer over; although Dr. Hughes said he put 3/4L on each side. I am guessing there may be other casues as well, such as the fat just not taking, however with no communication for their office I am unsure if I have been doing things right.
I am disappointed in the follow-up from Dr. Hughes and the office, mainly as there has been absolutely no follow-up by anyone as to how i am doing, checking in to make sure I am doing everything right or if I have any concerns. Again, at the cost of the procedure one would think a phone call wouldn't be too much.
So overall, I am still going to give it another few weeks before I truley make a decision about quality and whether it has been worth it. So far....meh!!

So went in and saw Dr. Hughes this morning. I was scheduled to go in tomorrow morning, however it conflicted with my flight home. They squeezed me in, which was really great of them. Dr. Hughes came in and took a look. he was happy with the results and said I have to wear the garment for 4 weeks. Funny thing is, even with the garment and padding on, my figure looks better than it did lol.
So for the surgery, I had 420cc to each hip and 300cc to each butt. Considering I had previous lipo, the results are pretty great, especially how Dr. Hughes shaped out my back. Once the swelling goes down, it is really going to be great.
I am amazed at how good I feel. I think I could literally go back to work tomorrow; although, I know that would be a bad idea. I think I might try for mid-next week.
Debbie an MOA/phlebotomist, took out my stitches and took photos. She is a total sweetheart, she did a great job of removing my stitches and putting new bandages on. She has the type of personality that makes being in a cosmetic center really easy and comfortable. Her attitude and sense of care is genuine and she is the type of staff that makes all the difference in these types of experiences.
Overall, so far this has been a great experience. Dr. Hughes is fantastic and (all things being equal, such as my BBL lasting) I would totally recommend this surgeon to my best friend, let alone other people out there.
Now it is just time to head home and move on with life. Still no photos yet. The office is going to forward me me photos so I will post once I get some of them.