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Uncomfortable, but the Outcome Will Be Worth It!!!!!!!

Name: Uncomfortable, but the Outcome Will Be Worth It!!!!!!!
Item: Kenneth R. Francis, MD, FACS
Rating: 4
Author: I want a tummy tuck real bad

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I have two children ages 10 and 4yrs old, both...

I want a tummy tuck real badMarch 26, 2010

WORTH IT$8,300

I have two children ages 10 and 4yrs old, both were delivered by c-section. After my first child I was left with a flap and there was nothing I could do about it, and after my second pregnancy the flap became wider and more noticeable. Although, I was one of those types to always wear Spanx and a girdle under my clothes to make others not see what I see w/o clothes on, lol!!!

Anyway I've always wanted to get my Tummy Tuck done and I’m happy to say ladies, I DID IT!!!!! I had my surgery today 3/25/10 and I'm holding up pretty well.

DAY 1: Today 3/26/09 and I’m feeling the pain a little more since the anesthesia wore off. I have drains and a pain pump. The pain pump automatically releases medicine to the abdominal area which I think is helping out. I woke up every 25 minutes and it wasn’t because of pain, I just couldn’t really sleep. I’m glad I took the advice of a Realself member that advised renting a recliner will help out if you don’t have one. Actually, the recliner I rented is a medical recliner from Rent-A-Center. It lifts me up til my feet reaches the floor, which is absolutely fabulous and affordable.

As far as help, one of my girlfriends offered to take off from work for a week to help me out which was nice. My husband has been helping me with the kids and cooking.

I have to go back on Tuesday for my first post-op appt, so at that time I will upload some post-op pics.

I want a tummy tuck real bad's provider

Kenneth R. Francis, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (8)

Glitterbabe76

March 26, 2010

Can't wait to see your post pictures! Congrats on your TT! I hope you have a smooth recovery! Rest up this weekend!

Angie_M

March 26, 2010

That's really exciting! Looking forward to more photos.

bri69

March 27, 2010

my stretch marks are as high as yours over the belly button, i would love to see the results, and i was kinda annoyed that i might still have them after spending so much money on a tummy tuck.

akasha

March 28, 2010

I still have stretchmarks around my bellybutton ): I got a tt on March 8th....it was very disappointing, but it looks soooo much better~ they can only work with what you've got there...I did see people with quite a bit more skin than me & their stretchmarks went all the way up but gone after surgery....luckies :)

I want a tummy tuck real bad

March 27, 2010

Thanks guys!!! I'm resting a lot, just didn't know how uncomfortable I would be with all the gas that I have,ughhhh!!!

dor

March 28, 2010

Glad you finally did it, all the best with your healing and post some pics as you go along, good luck

UPDATED FROM I want a tummy tuck real bad

So I'm six days in and I truly feel like I'm...

I want a tummy tuck real badMarch 31, 2010

So I'm six days in and I truly feel like I'm getting better everyday just as everyone said. My belly button looks a little crazy to me, but I know that I have to be patient. I went for my first post-op visit yesterday and everything went well. Unfortunately, I forgot my drainage calculation sheet, so my doctor didn't want to remove them until he was sure I was draining less than 30cc within 24hrs., which I was okay with. I took my first bath today since the day before surgery and it felt soooo good!!!! I've posted some post-op pics below, just as I aid I would. Hope this will help anyone who's considering or has done it around the same time frame. I'll update more pics next week.

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I want a tummy tuck real bad

March 31, 2010

@ Ontario & AMV781---- So happy to hear you guys had it done. How are you holding up? I was due to get my drains out the same day as you, but unfortunately I forgot to bring my drain collection sheet so I have to go back tomorrow. My stomach feels like a rock. If I'm not wearing my binder for some reason my belly feels heavy. I see you stated you're going to work tomorrow, are you standing straight yet? I'm still hunched over. My back near my butt hurts if I stand for too long. I get numb butt,lol!!! Ahhhh, it's all worth it at the end :)

Almost40blues

April 1, 2010

Wow.. your back view looks absolutely amazing! And your front will get there too! Time will make it all better! I'm asssuming you had lipo on your flanks? You look great! I had mine a day after yours and havan't managed to look at it yet! lol I have a binder on, do you? Do you constantly wear it? I haven't been able to shower :( I have my one week follow up visit tomorrow, I"m assuming if I get the drains removed I can then shower.. Let's see.. Well, wishing you a speedy recovery and Congrats.. :)

I want a tummy tuck real bad

April 1, 2010

@Anabelle199---I actually had no Lipo done, which I think is minimizing some pain during the recovery period. How are you holding up? I usually wear the binder, but I find it to be uncomfortable at times, especially with the drains in.

Almost40blues

April 2, 2010

Well, I've updated my profile with some post-op pics, they should be up soon.. I guess you can read my update and it will say.. Not too happy at this point, don't know if I'm being to selfish or demanding as far as the results at this point but will try to keep a postive attitude. I hope you are feeling good and progressing on your recovery, hope to hear some feedback from my pics when you get the chance.. Take Care :)

sheshe33

April 4, 2010

Not that I am not thankful for all of the other stories on the site, however I am thrilled that these pictures are of another woman of color.. I am going to have my consultation on May 11th 2010. It feels like I'm alone when I tell other women of color my plans they think its ridiculous and that there's something wrong with me. I'm so excited, the belly button thing is a little crazy. Congratulations to you these pics are so helpful.