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tummy tuck oct 24. Breast Lift Dec 3/ sad side of tt update June 2014
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A little about me. I am 54 years old and have...
debs3456November 2, 2013
WORTH IT$9,600
A little about me. I am 54 years old and have wanted a tummy tuck for a long time. I have had 12 biological children and adopted 2. I have nursed for over 25 years. So, which was I going to do first? Tummy tuck or breast lift. Tummy tuck won hands down. I am a very active person, very fit but could not loose the extra skin on my belly. I am just a week out of surgery. The first few days were a blur. I was in a lot of pain but kept up on the pain meds. Now at a week post op I am doing very well. I do have pain at times but not to much. I am up and about, lightly cooking and driving small distances. I do feel very swollen which is normal. I did buy silicon strips to put over the incision . Here are a couple photos
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11 days post
10 days po
debs3456November 4, 2013
I am actually do very well. My scar is healing fine. I am bloated but very happy with what I am seeing so far. Looks like I am free of the pesky stretch marks. Belly button is centered and fine size. Scar is a little high on hips but I knew it had to be after 12 kids did their number on my belly. Trying to decide if I should have a breast life. It actually is scheduled for december 4th. I wanted an augmentation along with it but hubby says no to any fake things put it. here are some pictures from today
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November 5, 2013
You look awesome! I noticed you said something about you breast lift and augmentation. I had that done last December and love it. I have a good bit of breast tissue so I still had the heavy breast. When I stood up no issues but still had the boobie fallin in the arm pits because go the weight of them. Not as bad as before but knew it would get worse. I had the option of just letting it go or getting something called .STRATTICE. Like an internal bra. It's sounds kinda yucky but you can't feel it like implants and they use it for breast reconstructive surgeries. Its a little pricey but worth it. Since you aren't getting the implants it should run almost the same as you surgery with the implant added in. No more sag for me and I now have more upper fullness with major support! Ask your doctor about it if your interested. I'm happy for you and wish the best!
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12 days post
12 days post op
debs3456November 6, 2013
I feel I am doing very well. The scar is closed and healing well. I am using silicone strips. I can see more of a waist everyday which is wonderful as I have been straight up and down for so many years. I know the lipo will take a longer time to see the results but I am so happy I did this also. I hated the back view of me as there just was not a shape. As for the muscle repair I am beyond happy about that. I have had a problem with sitting on my tailbone since I broke it 15 years ago. It has been impossible to sit. I had an MRI and there was nothing they could do. But I have noticed since the tt and muscle repair my tailbone does not hurt to sit on any longer. I am shocked and delighted. I could not sit for any length of time. I walked 8 blocks today and felt like I ran a marathon . Gotta start somewhere. But the big news is I am going ahead with the breast lift. It is scheduled for dec 3. Any suggestions. My husband does not want augmentation. I do as 25 years of nursing has taken its tole. Will a breast lift be enough?
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November 6, 2013
14 children, what a blessing. You look great! I hope your recovery goes very smooth and you can come to a decision you're comfortable with regarding your breasts! (You are my hero, nursing for 25 years. How awesome!!! I did all 3 of mine and loved it) God Bless
May 1, 2016
What is your opinion of the silicone scar strips? Do you think they helped in healing quicker or fading faster? Also, where do you purchase them? Thanks and you look amazing! Its encouring to see his work and I am so happy that I chose him also.
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