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Cannot Wait Until Next Week!!!!!!!!!!!!! - Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Hi Ladies. I have enjoyed all the reviews I have...

MIMomBAMay 29, 2014
WORTH IT$6,500
Hi Ladies. I have enjoyed all the reviews I have come across on RealSelf and it is time for me to start my own.:)

I am having a short scar FL plus a brow lift on 6/3/14, and I am apprehensive, nervous, and excited all at the same time.

I turned 48 last month, and basically up until 2011 had not had any PS work done..........not even botox. So......I am a late bloomer:)

My lovely husband is pretty supportive, but worries. I promised this is it for a while (oops... I plan on getting my BA lifted:) BUT THAT"S IT!!!!!!!!!

I am traveling to Fort Lauderdale Florida for the lift, so I will be recovering on a beach front condo. Yay! I am doing this solo, as my hubby has to tend to my children.

Main concerns besides something going wrong......plane ride home, taxi's back and forth to doctors, food issues, and basically hope it turns out well!

I am posting a few pictures for now. I have many more I will put in as necessary.

Be talking to you!!!!!!!!!!!

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Maria7500
May 30, 2014
Best wishes and good luck!
MIMomBA
May 30, 2014
Thank you Maria.
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Turning Back the Clock
May 30, 2014
Best Wishes, You are going to look wonderful... Take Care and keep us posted!!!
MIMomBA
May 31, 2014
Thanks New!!!!! You are going to look even more beautiful. And the comment about the nose, I give you a funny: I placed a Q&A here for doctors with regards to my FL. The first doctor gave a medical term right off the bat-crooked nose. No FL info, just crooked nose. Apparently, there is a very real medical classification for my type of nose, and I never realized it until then. Too funny. But I appreciate him telling me about it! My hubby chuckled. Well, if I run out of things to improve, that will be the next on the list:))))))
kdowler
May 30, 2014
You must be excited...I am also planning to travel for my FL...are you planning any patient care to stay with you for 1-2 days? The Dr's I have spoken with insist on at least 24 hr RN care post surgery and I am not sure about that??
MIMomBA
May 31, 2014
Hi!!! I was asked to get patient care for first day, but I am a privacy freak. No can do:) Since I am not going under (just local), I had a better argument. The nurse care post surgery was very affordable, something like $15/hour. However, as I stated, I would be a nervous wreck if I had a stranger with me in the small condo. So, I opted out. The only problem I see is getting the taxi service to and from doctors office without a hassle. I will be staying a mile from office, so after day 1 I will probably walk to office as needed.
kdowler
May 31, 2014
Ya, I am not sure I want someone staying in my hotel room with a stranger...even a nurse. two Drs I consulted with insisted and I think it is kind of a deal breaker for me. I am consulted with a Dr in St. Augustine FL today...she was great, but she insisted on 2 days min after patient care...argh.
MIMomBA
May 31, 2014
With my doctor, they recommended the service. I at first agreed to just having them see me home to condo and get me comfortable. It is a good option, but I just felt uncomfortable with that. I do not believe they are thrilled with me not having patient care, but I am a big girl:) I am going to take their number and call if needed. My doctor is John Michael Thomassen in Fort Lauderdale. Check out my review after surgery and see if he is someone you might consider. His before and after pictures were very good. And I thought he was HOT! Just kidding:) But he is.
kdowler
May 31, 2014
Ha! That certainly doesn't hurt...he is pretty cute! All the best next week and can't wait to hear how you are doing!
cme
May 31, 2014
Do not take a taxi after surgery. Where I live (California)doctors/or health profession will not allow you to take a taxi after surgery even under light sedation. You should have a friend stay with you the first night.
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Ato Z
June 1, 2014
MiMom and kdowler, I understand about wanting privacy... but I would URGE you to go with the full time nurse for the first 48 hours at least. The full (embarrassing) story is in my review but I would have been in deep doo-doo without a professional there to help me. I actually extended for an extra 72 hours after my close call. Even though it's an outpatient surgery this is a big deal and it is really the best and safest thing to have someone who really knows the whole deal there to help you for at LEAST 48 hours.
lilygirl14
June 1, 2014
A to Z, I agree with you totally about the nurse care. I cannot imagine going through this without assistance, and I had no complications.... Lilygirl14
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Newmeaug13
May 31, 2014
I'm so happy for you. I think going away is a nice option especially if you are not telling everyone you know. I have been ask to babysit twice now and I hate making excuses. Good luck. We are here for you and cheering you on.
MIMomBA
May 31, 2014
Ahh.. thanks newmeg!!!! That's how I have read your username...newmeg:) Been following your stories, and we have had a bit of same path (boobs, face, etc...) Yeah, the MAIN reason for travel surgery was recoop at home would have been a nightmare! I have TEENAGE BOYS! and a lovely 8 year old daughter:) My sons gave me grief about BA (hubby told them before we hit the beach-so no surprise questions) and I have made up a plausible story for this trip: laser. I had a chem peel once, and I was down more than a week, so I have put the laser surgery as the PRIMARY reason for travel ("I have to see the best surgeon!!!!!") They will find out eventually, but are BRUTAL with the gossip. GAH! And thanks for the compliment. Blessings, M Will update as often as possible afterwards!!!!
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Shazza1956
May 31, 2014
Haha well done MiMom - cause yes kids will be kids :-)
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Newmeaug13
May 31, 2014
By the way. You are very beautiful already so I can't imagine your after! Hot Moma!!
UPDATED FROM MIMomBA
Day of treatment

Yeah.. its done.

MIMomBAJune 3, 2014
Took 4.5 hours, and no real issues at all. Local was more than adequate. Will post more later. Oh its so windy here today in fort lauderdale that my disguise (big hat and scarf) flew off my head and into a busy road in front of the hotel. Loads of spectators! So much for keeping this on the down low:))))))

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Newmeaug13
June 3, 2014
Oh my gosh I can just picture the scarf and hat flying into the street! I hope someone retrieved it for you! You look great! How long will you have your drains? Take care and rest! Please tell us you are not alone this first 24 hours! Sending healing thoughts your way!
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Turning Back the Clock
June 3, 2014
Oh My, Sending healing thoughts and Hugs your way.... Hope all is going Fabulous... LOL, I can imagine, The hat & scarf, I had to go to target for supplies for round 2 in the am, even with concealer, the bruising, swelling, sun glasses and hat, I look like I had a beat down, but you can see, stitches by ears... Oh well... Went to a store out of the area, I'd die running into people.... Yes, Hope you have company.... heal Fast....
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Shazza1956
June 3, 2014
Happy Healing MiMom sorry bout da hat. can just imagine lol I going into day 2, so far so good. - couldn't run a marathon or anything but couldn't b4 the op anyway lol so there you go. Thinking of you x
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Ato Z
June 3, 2014
Good for you -- rest up and let the healing begin! :)
kdowler
June 4, 2014
MiMom, how are you doing today? ok?
UPDATED FROM MIMomBA
1 day post

24 hours

MIMomBAJune 4, 2014
Sorry that I am not posting much: Condo wifi is pretty on/off. Here a few pics 24 hours out. I was told I could shower, etc... Yeah!!!!!! Fell really good. Off pain killers. On antibiotic. Life is good. My other pictures apparently cannot load do to the wifi, so will try later. I am in love so far with the PS's skill:)))))) No bruising and scars look great. Oh... here the pictures come. Anyway, I hope everyone is doing great. Sorry if I double post any pictures. Now, as instructed, placing my compression garb back on:) 24/7 until stitches out. XOXO girls.

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