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SmartLipo on upper arms, Manhattan, NY

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Hi everyone! Tomorrow I'm going for my first smart...

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bunnygirl1
WORTH IT$4,800
Hi everyone! Tomorrow I'm going for my first smart lipo consultation on my neck/chin and upper arms. I'm in good shape and an advanced yoga practitioner but my upper arms are completely resistant to excersise. I feel they make my whole body appear larger so I'm hoping to finally do something about it! I also have a round face and have always had a fat pad under my chin. Well, with age I feel this has become more pronounced. Hoping that can be fixed as well. More after tomorrow's appointment!

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Thomas P. Sterry, MD

Thomas P. Sterry, MD

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August 21, 2014
Where are you getting this procedure done.. I also live in Manhattan NY.. I am dying to get rid of my double chin and droopy bottom eye kid?
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August 21, 2014
Hi Qt... I will update after my consultation. I'm pretty sure I'm going to go with the doctor I'm seeing today but would rather not put out any names till I have a surgery date. Check back later this afternoon! :-)
August 22, 2014
Ok thank you.. Please don't forget about me lol- I'm shopping around doctors and I want to trust someone especially w my face!
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August 22, 2014
I wrote back to you above! Sorry! I'm getting used to this websites interface :-P
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August 21, 2014
Congrats on your decision to do smart-lipo. I had great results on my arms and trudeyv did as well. Best Wishes on your consult today. Bella
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August 21, 2014
Thank you, Bella!
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August 21, 2014
Happy Thursday!
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August 21, 2014
Happy Thursday to you!! I'm super excited and freaked out about this! Do you have any tips on how to prepare for the surgery??
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August 22, 2014
Just follow all your pre-op instructions. For ex:NO SMOKING,NO DRINKING for at least 2 weeks prior. The drinking can be 1 week,it depends on what your ps says. No Ibuprofen,aspirin,Motrin,Advil,Aleve,Prescribed meds,vit B&Diet pills.Nothing. Alcohol and Ibuprofen are blood thinners so this is why they say do not drink or take these pills. The day before surgery i had to take 1 antibiotic and i was able to eat a meal. Which was weird to me because even with local anesthesia i was never allowed to eat after midnight. These antibiotics and pain meds will be given to you at your pre-op appointment. Please makes sure you clean your house,do grocery shopping and pay bills!! I did all of this and it really did help me be less stressed or worried that i needed to get out to pay a bill or get water and food. Get gas so you don't have to use your arms to fill it up the tank. Please use plastic cover for your bed spread,tarp,towels or old sheets you don't care about. They may get soiled with blood or fluid. Buy Maxi pads(sanitary napkins)paper tape,gauze and band-aids. polysporin,benadryl cream and arnica gel. Have ice packs available too. Try to get pineaple juice or fresh pineapple as this helps swelling and coconut water. I hope this helps. TGIF
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August 22, 2014
Thank you so much! This is very helpful. I should be receiving my pre-op packet with prescriptions and instructions next week. They are giving me a garment but I'm going to buy another one. Any recommendations? How long did you wear it for?
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August 22, 2014
bunnygrl1 I NEVER was given a cg. YOU may have to wear it for the first week 24 hours. 2nd week 12 hours per day. 3rd week,you're FREE from wearing a cg. NOT required after 3rd week.
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August 22, 2014
Your Welcome! Have a great weekend!
April 23, 2016
Hi bunnygirl1!

I am a 32 year old female, living in NY, 5'5'/126lbs and considering smartlipo on my arms. My arms (and legs) have always been disproportionately large for my body and, even when I lose weight, I don't see any change in those areas. I have heard horror stories about smartlipo for the upper arms causing a bumpy and uneven appearance. Did you have any experience with this? Do you have any more recent pictures of your arms? Thank you so much!!

-S
UPDATED FROM bunnygirl1
1 month pre

Back from my consultation!!

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Just returned from my consultation with Dr. Thomas Sterry here in NY. What a nice guy! Very thorough and honest. Once he took all my pictures he advised me against having my neck/chin done at this time. He said he could do it but didn't think there was much of a point. Not really that much to take out and my jaw line is still defined. Awesome!

Now on to the arms. He thinks I'm a great candidate for smart lipo on the arms and I have an appointment set for September 22! I'm a bit nervous about the possibility of pain but really excited to have smaller more sculpted arms. It will be nice to see the muscle hiding under all that fat!

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August 22, 2014
Hi QT - I won't forget about you :-) I was very impressed with his before and after pics and the reviews I found online. He seems like a very talented surgeon. The office isn't flashy but they have a really nice surgery suite that is run like a regular operating room. His support staff were also very nice and professional. Good luck with your surgery and let me know who you go with!
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August 22, 2014
I won't forget about you ;-) I feel really confident with my choice. His before and after pics were very impressive as well as the reviews I found online. His office isn't flashy but the surgical suite is very nice and is kept to operating room standards. Good luck with your choice and let us know who you go with!!
UPDATED FROM bunnygirl1
1 month pre

A few more "Before" Pics!

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August 22, 2014
I like your before pics and your arms are not big or fat. Nice dress ::
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August 25, 2014
You are sweet. Your "before" arms didn't look fat or big to me at all. The after is super impressive though! :-)
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August 26, 2014
I hate the bULKINESS on the outside and he stated he coulda did more but i' m NOT doing a revision!! On to my abs!! Thank You. I am 90% HAPPY :) I am my WORST critic.
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August 22, 2014
Any other question you may have just ask away,my pleasure in helping you if i can. You may read my review for details on the procedure. Have a great night.
August 24, 2014
Hi, your procedure will be great and you'll love your new arms I am sure. I am hopefully getting my arms done too so will post more on his it was which may or may not help. Bella's instructions look really detailed and her arms are awesome so that should give you comfort. Keep us updated...cant wait to see your new arms.
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August 25, 2014
Hi Stacy, Thank you!! I'm really looking forward to the procedure. I will make sure to update with lots of pics once it's done. I hope you pick a PS and date soon. Good luck!