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Happy So Far - Huntsville, AL

Name: Happy So Far - Huntsville, AL
Item: David Gray, MD
Rating: 4
Author: Big2small

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I never dreamed my tummy would have this shape...

Big2smallJuly 9, 2013

WORTH IT$6,500

I never dreamed my tummy would have this shape again..still lots of swelling but going to look great I hope :) I had I c section 10 years ago..sorry I don't have my before pics from doctor yet but will post when I get them. It's been 2 weeks today and I still can't stand up straight but I'm free of all drains. Still wearing binder as tight as I can to keep down swelling. I'm finally able to sleep in my bed instead of recliner. I would recommend this procedure to anyone with tummy flab they can't get rid of. Be prepared to have someone to care for you, your house and your kids for at least 2-3 weeks.

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David Gray, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (12)

ExTheFlab

July 10, 2013

U look great!! Nice and flat

Mamacita1987

July 10, 2013

Absolutely fab hunti. I Love it.. Did you have your breast done at the same time?

Big2small

July 10, 2013

Yes I had reduction with lift at same time..the tummy has definitely took over as far as pain. Overall the pain isn't that bad except where he did lipo..

Mamacita1987

July 10, 2013

I have been hearing all the ladies say that!! What size were your breast before? I want to get a lift without a reduction. Im a 38D rt now..Just wanna get some idea of what to expect.

Big2small

July 10, 2013

I was a 40 f in some bras and 40ddd in some..I believe I will be a 38c after swelling is gone but I wanted to stay a d cup but because insurance paid they get the say so on that :(

Mamacita1987

July 10, 2013

38C IS NOT TOO BAD...LOL! But insurane can be sucky at times. Thanks for the info and I wish you well on the new you love..You look awesome!!! Happy healing:-)

Big2small

July 10, 2013

I'm thinking once I'm standing up straight with good posture they won't look so small...front view looks like a good size but side view looks small because I'm slumped over

UPDATED FROM Big2small

21 days post

3wweks

Big2smallJuly 15, 2013

Swelling and burning feeling.. Everything I've read says that's normal from lipo so ready for this to be over. It has been a lot more pain than the breast reduction..I'm sure eventually I will be glad I did it but now I'm second guessing my decision on tummy tuck. Glue is off and scabs are coming off. Scar a little red and probably will be for awhile which doesn't bother me as much as swelling. Maybe in a few more weeks this will get better.

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UPDATED FROM Big2small

2 months post

7weeks post op

Big2smallAugust 19, 2013

Tummy healing very well ..I still catch myself not standing up straight ..been applying my scar cream twice a day and massaging the scar while applying ..still having a little swelling and still wear my binder or spanx occasionally. One thing that I have noticed is every time I eat my tummy gets a little bloated and tight..gotta find something that will help me have more regular bm's so I don't get so bloated..bought some size 14's in jeans which were lose so probably could've worn a 12...down 24 lbs total and feeling much better about myself.

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ItsMeTee

August 19, 2013

I would drink alot of water, fresh fruit ( which I dont really eat , but I blend it with yogurt, ice and apple juice for breakfast) and fresh vegetables. That will help for your bm's. Your looking good tho!