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My Experience Was Truly Life Changing. I Wish I Had Done It Sooner - Denver, CO

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I am 55 years old and I have struggled for years...

Earline
WORTH IT$12,001

I am 55 years old and I have struggled for years about doing a tummy tuck. I could not lose my stomach no matter what I did. I just decided to make an investment in myself. This has not only made me look differently at myself in the mirror, but it has truly changed my life from the inside out as well. I can't believe the amount of self confidence and self esteem I have gained from this surgery as well as from the help of Dr. Buford and his staff. I would recommend Dr. Buford to anyone who is considering having surgery.

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Gregory A. Buford, MD, FACS

Gregory A. Buford, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.5 | 98 Reviews
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Replies (5)

January 14, 2011

Hi Earline and welcome to RealSelf,

That is wonderful you are doing so well and feeling like a new woman :)

Would you share with us how you found your doctor and a few more details about your recovery process.  We like to hear tips and tricks from all the ladies on the site.  Any advice you wold like to give others is appreciated.

When was your surgery?
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January 15, 2011
Hi;
I'm 56 years old and have had this "pooch" for 30 years since my daughter's birth. I only weigh 110 lb so I was very frustrated. Found a wonderful doctor in Mexico and had lipo everywhere (legs, hips, knees, waist) and a tummy tuck for only $5800 which even included one night hospital stay. I am one week post op. It is very painful still but already worth it! My husband and I are staying in a wonderful B&B in Guadalajara with wonderful English speaking hosts. Will be here 1 1/2 weeks more. I practice medicine in the states and feel this experience is comparable to the US and much less expensive!
January 15, 2011

Hi Sharon,

Congratulations on your fantastic results!   Wow recovering in paradise!!!
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January 17, 2011
Thanks, weather is nice and warm. Healing slowly. Only drawback, Mexican doctor didn't prescribe narcotics so I had to bring some from home. Finally getting around more but boy, it's a slow process. Maybe it's my age? Have to go back to work in 2 weeks. Praying to do much better by then.
January 17, 2011

Two weeks can make the world of difference so don't panic.   It doesnt really matter it you go back to work at 2 weeks or 6 weeks because you will still be tired and sore the first two weeks back.  It is all a process....

Why do they not prescribe meds there?   That sounds crazy..