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Dr. Wallace and His Staff Coastal Cosmetic Center - Jacksonville, FL

  • posted 10 months ago
  • updated 9 months ago

I am a mom of 3 and am 39 y/o. I was nervous about...

I am a mom of 3 and am 39 y/o. I was nervous about the surgery but when I met with Dr. Wallace and his staff, my fear was gone. Dr. Wallace performed a TT and also performed a breast revision due to a horrible experience by another PS (not him) years prior. He is without a doubt the best PS in my opinion. My expectations were not the greatest because I didn't want to be "let down" as I had read can happen. I am SO HAPPY with my results.

I apologize for the typos.

I apologize for the typos.

My view has seriously changed. I probably would...

My view has seriously changed. I probably would not have had it done. I am upset with my results, as this point. I will update again in a month.

Update: I'm not sure I should have done this. I am...

Update: I'm not sure I should have done this. I am more upset now than I was before. I'll update again in a month.
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UPDATE: I am not happy with my results. Dr. Wallace is awesome in every way. Everyone heals different. Some get better results then others... Unfortunately, I cannot say I am glad I did this. It has made me more self conscience than before the TT. I will not change my review because he is very good and his staff is awesome. At this point, I am just sad. I thought it would help me. I rated 5 stars for everything. I did that because it is well deserved. I am so glad I chose him. A friend recommended him. She looks incredible too. He is simply the best in every area. My post op care was just as important to him. Professional, skilled, sense of humor and he made me feel so much better by explaining everything that would happen. I recommend Dr. Wallace to anyone considering a cosmetic procedure. His staff rocks, too. Mad props to Dr. Mike (anesthesia) !! They really took care of me. Thank You!

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armywife23 12 Apr 2013
Can you update us? How are you now?
Lisamissesdrspillert 24 Oct 2012
Lisa again - I too saw Dr. Wallace and he did my revision but also need another revision. @ coastal cosmetic surgery center of Jacksonville. Aka Lisamissesdrspillert
dori75 7 Aug 2012
Hi KayJay, You look amazing!! My surgery was 6/18 and I also have a bulge under my breasts but from what I read it's normal and will go down with time. I did see the lump you mentioned but didn't see it in the last pictures. Hang in there and good luck!!
kathy is ready (RealFriend) 6 Aug 2012

kayJay, i think your results look good, i wish i could compare to a before photo, your breasts look very good also
pocahontas12 6 Aug 2012
Hi mama!! what's going on? I see the bulge you are talking about BUT I don't see it on the last pictures, your incision will get better with time but honestly I don't see the "circle" anymore? hope your PS can help you resolve your unhappiness:( keep us posted...
Ivy0924 6 Aug 2012
You look great! Why arent you happy? The scar is healing nicely and the BB looks good.
TG73 6 Aug 2012
I had TT on March 29th and I am still experiencing some swelling as well. My Doctor told me that it would be 6 months to a year before I would see my final result.... I must say I can be impatient at times and it will get you depressed if you let it... Be careful not to let it get you down. You will see results in due time..... If you are one that retains water easily then it will take longer for your swelling to go down. Hang in there KayJay40
Princessss 6 Aug 2012
Hi,
Sorry to hear that you are not happy with your results.
Its a very short time to see that final results. A TT requires patience. Talk to your Dr., he might be able to answer any concerns that you may have. He might be able to help you, you just need to have an open communication with him.

When I had my TT, I was retaining water and I was swollen, it wasn't till I was about 10 weeks that I noticed the swollen going down.

There's a tea called "Arnica" which helped me with the swollen and water retention.
Letta61 6 Aug 2012
I just looked at your pictures and I think you look fantastic honey! It's only been 4 weeks right? I've seen posts where people have been going on 3 to 4 months and still very very swollen. Sometimes depression sets in and can mess your mind up......I can't wait to hear a post from you that your happy with the results and glad you did it!! And just like Busy45Mom said "if you do to much thats when the swelling comes".....remember it's only 4 weeks....the true results can take up to 6 months or a Year!!!!!! Take care of yourself and don't rush it!!!!! You look great!
Busy45Mom 6 Aug 2012
You look so good. Tell us more about why you arent completely happy.

I had my TT on 3 July and it was a few weeks where I looked bigger than before, my thighs were swollen, I was holding so much water weight. But I though that maybe that was just how it would look. I've now read so many posts from other who went through the same phase. This past week almost all swelling has gone away overnight and I can see incredible results, exactly what I hoped for. If I moe around way too much seem swelling comes back. But eventually that will stop and lymphatic drainage returns to normal over the next year or so.

Again, tell us what you don't like about the results.
KayJay40 6 Aug 2012
Thank you for taking he time to talk to me. I am going to see him this week. I am not sure what will happen? I will keep you guys updated =-)
suzig united kingdom 6 Aug 2012
I'm really sorry to hear that. Is your CS aware that you are not happy and is it something he can put right for you ? I really hope so coz you sound right down atm... friendly hug sent your way from the UK... take care. Suzi
suzig united kingdom 6 Aug 2012
hey hey... why you not happy ??.... you look fantastic !!
KayJay40 6 Aug 2012
Thank you but I am not happy at all.
KayJay40 6 Aug 2012
I am wondering if I did the right thing. I am not happy anymore.
KayJay40 21 Jul 2012
Thank you :-)
Kimmers25 (Community Manager) 8 Jul 2012

You look fabulous!!   Enjoy that new body.

cherrybabi 6 Jul 2012
You look wonderful KayJay! :)

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