Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

See All Reviews
See All Reviews
POSTED UNDER Tummy Tuck REVIEWS

10 weeks post op & feeling good!!! :)

ORIGINAL POST

I am a 40 yr old mother of 3, ages: 22, 19, &...

User Avatar
Houston3252May 18, 2011
WORTH IT$8,200

I am a 40 yr old mother of 3, ages: 22, 19, & 13. Most of the damage to my body was a result of my first pregnancy. I was only 17 at the time and was horrified by my post-baby belly. I was a size 4 with very loose skin that hung below my waist line. I've finally gotten the courage to have the surgery. I had a breast lift done in December and was very pleased with the results and how I was treated by my PS and his staff. They were wonderful and answered every question I had to prepare me for my surgery so it was a no brainer to return to him for my TT.

My surgery is scheduled for May 27th and I can't wait! Just 10 days away!!! I'm also having a Brazilian Butt Lift done at the same time, has anyone else done this at the same time as a TT?

I was told I would have to lay on my side to stay off my butt. I am worried about this because I've been reading the forums and have learned that most women can't lay on their sides after a TT. I'm afraid this will hurt quite a bit.

I'm mostly concerned about having to walk bent over. How long does that last? When will I be able to stand up straight again?

I'll post before pictures soon, I just have to get up the courage to take them first. lol


Houston3252's provider

Todd Adam, MD

Todd Adam, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Houston3252

Houston3252 rating for Dr. Adam:

Overall rating
Doctor's bedside manner
Answered my questions
After care follow-up
Time spent with me
Phone or email responsiveness
Staff professionalism & courtesy
Payment process
Wait times

Replies (0)

UPDATED FROM Houston3252
9 days pre

Nine days to go! My son came home from the...

User Avatar
Houston3252May 18, 2011
Nine days to go! My son came home from the Airforce yesterday and I told him about my upcoming procedure, he is very supportive. I really lucked out with such a good kid! I'm still not sure what to tell my 13 yr. old to explain why Momma is walking bent over. Any advice? I don't wanna scare him.

Replies (0)

UPDATED FROM Houston3252
9 days pre

Thank you all very much for your concerns. Looks...

User Avatar
Houston3252May 18, 2011
Thank you all very much for your concerns. Looks like I'll be having another talk with my PS about this. I may have to give up on the BBL altogether then if that's the case, I want the tummy tuck more.

Replies (7)

User Avatar
suzanaask
May 18, 2011
are you having a mini tt or a full one with liposucktion?the second one is deff a majour operation and you will need a long time to recover and will not be able to stand straight or lay on your side for a while. most important is to follow the dr instruction post operation dont rush things and take your time for recovery.about your son dont get into details about your ops just tell him that its something tht has to be done and i assure you he will help and support you by him self ..good luck be positive and think how great and sexy you will look after.
User Avatar
littleolwinedrinkerme
May 18, 2011
i am now 25 days post op from a full tt, lipo, mucsle repair and a hernia repair. and can only now manage to sort of half lay on my side. if it is a full tt i think you will find it very difficult, i dont want to put you off having them both together but how are you going to sit and rest even during the day to recover just from the tt, if it was just the butt you were having done, at least you could lay on your tummy or side.
User Avatar
45isnew25
May 18, 2011
I'm with the other ladies. I don't know how your ps expects you to stay off your butt and your tummy?? Your options are what?? Lay on side and stand? Not good. I would have to ask some serious questions of my ps before I went through with both procedures.
User Avatar
littleolwinedrinkerme
May 18, 2011
yes..you will be very uncomfortable, you should seriously put yr concerns of this to your ps..honestly you will not be able to lay on your side for a good while, the only way u can be comfortable after a tt is on yr back, this is worrying..please think about this.
User Avatar
Coolit
May 18, 2011
Hi!

Just a quick note to wish you much luck with your procedure. I am in the Houston area as well and will have my procedure done the day before you....I am actually having mine done in Katy. Please keep me posted on how you are doing!

Good Luck~

Coolit
See More Tummy Tuck Reviews
See All Reviews