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Tumescent lipo Instead of TT Plus BBL- Duluth, GA

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I have wanted/needed a tummy tuck since I can...

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I have wanted/needed a tummy tuck since I can remember. After three kids, it's definitely time. I also want the BBL to get a nicer shape to my booty. I would like fat transfer on my breasts too, but that's not priority. I have had a couple of consults. The first was with a surgeon re. the TT. The second was with a cosmetic surgeon who said that I could get my desired results w/ smart lipo instead of tummy tuck. Ultimately, I chose the lipo. It was more appealing to me since I wouldn't have such a big scar, and the recovery is supposed to be easier and shorter than with the other. I've paid my deposit and my date is July 8. I'm so excited - I can't wait! Has anyone else had smart lipo vs TT? I'm getting upper and lower abs, waist and low back roll lipo-ed and then the BBL. I want a lot of projection, so I'm wondering how many cc's I should request per cheek. Hopefully I will be able to post before pics soon. I'm just very embarrassed to do it!

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The front desk was extremely helpful, even after I had to call a zillion times bc I got lost several times and ended up being late. But Vanessa, the consultant, was so awesome, I immediately adored her. She made me feel extremely comfortable ( I mean, it is awkward to bare all in front of a stranger). She also made me feel as if I was not in as bad of shape as I imagined and it would be no big deal to get my desired look. The other surgeon I spoke with seemed doubtful about my results and wanted me to lose weight, which I did not want to do. I like being thick, I just want to be a little smoother and more shapely. Also, Vanessa is almost excited as I am to see the results. She is very patient on the phone and gives me as much time as I need to talk. My pre-op is Monday. I will officially meet the Dr then (we've met in passing). I think my before pics will be that day so maybe I can post then. I'll update as I can. Dr. Cole is awesome, honest, very nice, positive and doesn't rush. He took time to understand what I was looking for and to explain to me what he'd be doing. He was very upfront with me in regards to my having lupus. He let me know that my recovery time would be two to three times longer. He also explained that there was the possibility that I may not have very good results, given the nature of my disease. I was comfortable with him and went forward with the procedure. During the procedure, I was awake but mostly felt pressure, not pain. He took his time and went slowly enough that If I started to feel anything, I just told him and he immediately stopped to numb me more. He told me what he was doing, etc. However I talked most of the time! Of course I thought I was distracting him, but he said I wasn't. I guess I was distracting myself bc the process was pretty easy for me. Staff is amazing and aftercare is great. There were payment issues, but neither on my end nor the Drs end. We had to wait for the bank to release my funds, and the office was very patient with me and reassured me that I would still have my surgery date. I am pleased with my results and Loooove my waist, which wasn't even something I had thought about! He did a great job sculpting. Once my healing period is over, I am considering further procedures with Dr. Cole.

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June 27, 2014
Good Luck & Following.. Don't be embarrassed to post pics. We are ALL in the same boat dats de reason y we r on dis website. Post before & after pics so we can send on de compliments :-)
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June 28, 2014
Thanks Shanny! When my hubby gets back in town, I'll have him take some. I'm trying to figure out what I'm going to need for recovery. Like what kind of boppy to use in the car after bbl. and how often/ much to take of arnica and bromelain. Also, I think I should start a multivitamin and vit C supplement ASAP. I only have 10 days til surgery! Also, I'm trying to get used to lying on my stomach, but it sucks. I am going to order some type of pillow to put my face in. I want some type of wedge pillow for under my chest to prop me up as well. I'm definitely going to try not to sit for ATLEAST 3 weeks! Or more if I can. Also, I'm still trying to figure out this site ;)
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June 28, 2014
Lol, I'm still trying to figure out dis site myself too. Y don't u like lying on ur belly, it's so comfortable. If ur 10 days before surgery u should start taking ur vitamins. Yes try ur hardest not to sit but I'm tinking dats gonna be hard cause wat about wen ur driving & so on. I'm tinking wen I finally do my BBL dats gonna be one of de hardest parts. But u have to do it, dis surgery takes ALOT of commitment. U have to follow post operative care religiously i.e. Eat right, wear Faja, no sitting, lol. But make sure u do all dose tings to maintain best results.
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June 28, 2014
We eat the exact same thing. I was told that I may need a tt after my bbl but im praying i don't. I wish you luck on your journey, I'll be watching! =)
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July 3, 2014
Thank you!
UPDATED FROM Soon2BSexy
4 days pre

Six days and counting.....

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It's getting close! I can't wait!! Like a kid waiting for Christmas!
I'm wondering why I'm not the calendar tho. Thought I was. Maybe my update will add it on there. Anyway, not much update except I think I'm going to have to trade out my waist to get my thighs done :( but they are so uncomfortable. Photos later...

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UPDATED FROM Soon2BSexy
2 days pre

4 days and freaking a little....

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This was posted somewhere else a few days ago but I think in the wrong place. So here's a copy/paste of it.

I'm so excited but I keep freaking out! Not about the procedure itself or pain and recovery. I'm not expecting miracles but I'm scared I won't get results anywhere near what I'm hoping for. And it's a lot of money! I'm getting lipo from upper abs, lower abs, waist and low back plus BBL. I'm hoping for a flatter, smoother stomach (not necessarily washboard), smaller waist ( mine is already small compared to my hips), nice rounder butt and hip shape with major projection. But I don't want to be wider! If anything I want my hips smaller! I'm scared I'll end up wider than I am. I don't see how my hips can get smaller since he's not lipoing them. Do they still shape and smooth things out to "match" what is left even without officially lipoing? Like am I going to have this nice waist, great a$$ and then huge hips? I mean please tell me they try to blend in the new with the old. I also wanted a tiny bit off the top of my inner thighs bc they touch and it's uncomfortable. But there's a limit to the amount of areas they can do at once. I'm wondering if they might slightly separate with the butt lift?

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