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“Had Slim Lipo on Abs 6 Days Ago”

rowdymom 15 posts

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Updated 22 May 2009
Posted 13 Apr 2009

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Spent: $3,500 in North Carolina

I am having a hard time finding reviews on slim lipo so I thought that I needed to start. I had slim lipo on my upper/lower abs and a bit of the flank, on 4/8/09 and although there was some pain, it was not unbearable. I was loopy and out of it for the most part but could move when needed to and had an understanding of what was going on. I don't understand when people say that they drove themselves home. My dr would never have allowed that. I couldn't have done it! I'm swollen and sore but no more than expected. I stopped leaking/draining by the next morning. They milked a lot out so it wasn't to bad.

My stomach is fairly hard at this point. I did not expect to be so swollen in my pubic region but I think that's because I just didn't think about that area at all. The incisions are very small 2 in the belly button, one on each side at the waist, can't really see from the front and one at about the pubic bone. I am now in a love hate relationship with my compression garment! Over all, so far, there is nothing happening that I have not expected. My dr was very thorough and told me to do as much research as I could before the surgery. I'm excited to see the results but know that it will be a while. So far so good.

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fitnessjunkie (3 posts) 16 Apr 2009

I am glad you decided to write a review. I, like you, have tried to find reviews on Slim Lipo and found none. I have my procedure scheduled in one week. I am excited and scared at the same time. I have gone to two plastic surgeons where they wanted to perform Traditional Liposuction. I finally decied on the Slim Lipo even though it is more money. I feel I will be more satisfied with the results and recovery. Keep you page updated with your results. Are you seeing any results yet? Did you take Arnica Pills?

atl girl (13 posts) 19 May 2009

hey fitnesssjunk...i read your review and i am curious about something you said...You said you decided to do slim lipo instead of tradition lipo even though it was more money. The opposite should be true. The slim or smart lipos should be significantly cheaper because there is no need for an anesthesiologist which is a huge cost with traditional lipo. i know of no instances where it cost more and it's actually one of the marketing techniques they use promoting the cheaper cost..i just want to make sure you are not getting ripped off.hope it turns out great. i am 4 days post treatment (neck, abs)

rowdymom (15 posts) 17 Apr 2009

hi fitnessjunkie, I took the arnica but really don't know if it helped. My swelling is going down now and I like what I see! Still bruised, but I can look at a corner and bruise. The bruising is going away, and I'm not uncomfortable from it now. I am very pleased with my experience.

851051anon (4 posts) 9 Oct 2010

hi..i need help ..im 9 days post op..look the same as i did when i went in,(for the most part) flanks look a bit better but abs look only a bit better (chubby like , not swollen looking)...is it true the you still have changes that occur for the next few months?? Will my stomach change/ get smaller? Your results are great!

fitnessguru (1 post) 23 Apr 2009

Hi there, thanks for your review. I wanted to know who the doctor was who performed the surgery?

fitnessjunkie (3 posts) 23 Apr 2009

Hello Rowdymom, How are you progressing? I had my procedure yesterday. I can already see great results! I hope that continues. I was hoping you could update me on your daily progress as I am on day two. Very sore! I am off work for a few days which is good. Looking forward to an easy healing. Let me know how your healing is progressing. Thanks!

rowdymom (15 posts) 24 Apr 2009

Hi, I am now 2 weeks out and feeling very good. There is still soreness but nothing that I didn't expect. Very few bruises remain and most swelling is gone. I'm not a fast healer, but I'm doing really well. If it didn't get any better, I would still be extremely happy with my results. I do know that it will get even better. I still swell more towards evening, but when I lie down at night, I put a heating pad on and that helps. I recommend that. For me the first 4 or 5 days were tiring. I had surgery on a Wed and on Sat went shopping. I was very tired after that and decided that I needed more quiet time. I'm so happy that I decided to do this.

jodi Odie (1 post) 20 May 2009

Hey, can you guys tell me the average cost you are paying for this per area. I am interested. Also, not too many of you mentioned your results.

akn1014 (11 posts) 27 May 2009

I am getting 5 areas done for 5,000 you should look for places that have intro rates...

Atlanta GA1635 (1 post) 1 Jan 2011

Hi! I live in Atlanta. Would you recommend your physician to me and are you still pleased with the reslts? Thank you.

atl girl (13 posts) 20 May 2009

hey jodi. i just placed a post today. i paid $3000 for the chin and central and lower abs. Atlanta is cheaper than other areas i believe. it was strangly cheaper to do more than one area than to do just one area. i am only 6 days past surgery so it's too soon with the swelling but i will update when i have less swelling and post pics too

vanity2969 (1 post) 25 Jun 2009

Please let me know which Dr you used in Atlanta.

atl girl (13 posts) 26 Jun 2009

dr. brian howard is ATL. He has a website

rowdymom (15 posts) 20 May 2009

I am thrilled with my slim lipo results on my abs! I will post by before and 1 months pics later today.

carolinagirl50 (1 post) 5 Jun 2009

Hey there rowdymom. I had my slimlipo done by the same dr. I absolutely love hime. I want to ask you a couple of things though. Mine is still lumpy and funny above my bellybutton. I had mine done on april 1 so we are about the same time out. Somedays I love it some I doubt my chose. Can I ask how old you are? and is you pubic area still swollen?

rowdymom (15 posts) 9 Jun 2009

Hi Carolinagir, I'm 46. No more swelling anywhere and I don't feel any lumps. I am so happy with my results. Have you massaged the area? I don't know if it helps, but I think it did. I found it easier to do with some sort of garment on. I still have some of the funky numbness but it's gradualy going away.

akn1014 (11 posts) 27 May 2009

And anyone who has done slim lipo can you tell me if you have lost in sizes and how long did it take?

rowdymom (15 posts) 29 May 2009

I have gone down 1-2 sizes depending and lost some weight. The weight loss may be due to the dancing around I do because I feel so good!! I'm almost 2 months out.

akn1014 (11 posts) 29 May 2009

how long did you keep your garment on?

akn1014 (11 posts) 29 May 2009

and when you mentioned you were bruised, how long did it take for that to decrease...i have a cruise at the end of july and would hate to be all bruised up, im getting my arms and thighs done 2 weeks before it and in 2 weeks from now i am getting my stomache, sides, and flanks done.

rowdymom (15 posts) 31 May 2009

I wore the compression garment for about 4 weeks, but in the last week also wore spanx high waist. Then I just wore at night.

rowdymom (15 posts) 31 May 2009

I bruise easily and they probably take more time to heal than on others. I think it was about 2 weeks for the bruises to be totally gone, maybe less.

Kb1Amore (1 post) 17 Jun 2009

I Live in Sarasota, Florida and am Scheduled to go in on 7/16/09 and 7/30/2009 for Slim Lipo on the following areas: Abs, Stomach, Inner and outer thighs, knees and hips cost is $9,750.00 w/ Radiance Med Spa...I appreciate everyones comments and will keep you updated!

FuntaC (1 post) 31 Aug 2009

Kb1Amore, I too live in the SRQ area. Can you give us updates and photos. I am considering this proceedure and would like to see your progress and hear how you liked your Dr and proceedure.

Bekhiet (1 post) 1 Oct 2009

Had slim lipo on neck/chin and arms on Tuesday and it is now Thursday. I am sore and have swelling in the neck and arms, although it appears that the drainage has stopped. I took a shower this morning and removed all bandages and now I just have the compression garments on. I can tell a difference in my neck and my arms. I am anxious to see how it will look once the swelling goes down. The procedure itself was uncomfortable and I did not like it at all. Not sure I want to endure it again even if these results are good. I paid 1800 for the neck/chin and then 750 additional site cost (my arms). So I did feel that my female surgeon was reasonably priced.