18 Months Post Op: Still healing ...

I have wanted a tummy tuck for over 15 years and have been bothered by my nose since my teens. I have decided it is time for me to fix these imperfections and have scheduled a tummy tuck and rhinoplasty for January 15th, 2013. I am also considering lower and upper eyelid surgery to take care of some minor hooding.

I am 51 years young and have two beautiful grown children. I work in an industry that strives on vibrance, youthfulness, and energy, but relies on mature experience. I take good care of myself physically and feel mentally young; but I am looking forward to feeling as vibrant on the outside as I do on the inside.

I met with my chosen PS and his staff on 10/24/12 and discussed my plans for surgery. I was given a folder with all kinds of information regarding the procedures I am getting and what to expect. His office provides a lot of the items I will be needing for both pre and post op. One less thing to worry about!

On 12/13/12 I received the go-ahead from my primary Doctor to proceed with my surgeries. I did all the required blood and urine tests last week and today completed my ekg. I have submitted my 20% down payment to hold my surgery date, so it is a go!

I feel I have done my research well and feel I have selected a Doctor who is up to date on the latest techniques and procedures and shows a maturity and excellence in his work. His support staff seem dedicated and loyal to his practice and patients, and his office is comfortable and welcoming.

I plan on staying at my mother's house for several weeks and know her TLC wiIll help with my recovery. Luckily, I am self-employed and have full control of when I will go back to work. I have planned very well to do absolutely nothing else but concentrate on my healing to the fullest. I am so grateful to have my mother to help me!

I have read through many of these blogs for advice and I am not skimping on items I know will make my recovery easier; I purchased a used walker, toilet seat riser, and shower seat at the local thrift store and have reserved my electric lift chair rental. I also ordered a rolling laptop table for the convenience and ease of reaching items I may need.

I have posted some PreOp photos of my tummy and a side view of my nose. I will continue to read the blogs on this site as I find them reassuring and very helpful; I look forward to any advice from those who made it to the flat-side.

I will post more thoughts and news on my impending surgery as the date gets closer ...