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I finally went to a consult! I am ready to do this...

MomofthreeZ
WORTH IT$10,000

I finally went to a consult! I am ready to do this. BUT, the Dr. I saw did not tell me everything I wanted to hear. Just for reference, I am 5'7 130 pounds. I went for a BA and TT consult and he said he would only offer a mini (which I was expecting). He would not offer me lipo and will not tighten the muscles in my upper abs (said it doesnt always turn out well). I was hoping for lipo in upper and maybe flanks. He thought this would make me look unnatural and I would not acheive what I'm looking for. My goal is a flat tummy! He said would not be completely flat but no one wants a completely flat tummy....not sure what that meant--maybe he thought I meant like a crazy muscle man or body builder....I'm not looking for that just sick of feeling my bulge in ANY clothing I wear.

He is a respected Dr around here and I have seen his results on full TT and they look great. I have another consult next month with another Dr. Really liked this Dr and his conservative approach but I am scared I won't get the result I'm after. I am small and know I don't need a lot , I just figured as long as I was getting the mini, I should do lipo too so it's nice and flat. But, I also like that he could have made himself some extra $$$ and he told me no flat out. Anyone have advice? This board has been a HUGE help to me. I wish my next consult was tomorrow but I can't get in until FEB!!

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UPDATED FROM MomofthreeZ
24 days pre

Ok...I have a consult date of Jan29th now! I asked...

MomofthreeZ
ok...I have a consult date of Jan29th now! I asked them if they could move the surger date around if I decide on that day to get surgery and she said she was going to block out Feb 18. I did this because I have heard very good things about this PS and the said if I decided not to go with it, no biggie they would cancel. Also, the reason for rush is two fold. I have a trip planned at the end of March that my kids would be upset if we didn't go and I know I will chicken out if given too much time to ponder. I am worried that something would go wrong in surgery etc....and I am sure you get my drift. I have a list of ?'s for next week. Any one have any to add??? Trying to post my pics.

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UPDATED FROM MomofthreeZ
20 days pre

Ok. had my second consult today and now I am...

MomofthreeZ
ok. had my second consult today and now I am pretty confused. She pretty much said the same things the other Dr. said -spent a little more time going over the types of implants etc. So I am set for a BA and mini TT (she said same thing about the stomach as he did). I can't decide who to pick. There are pros and cons to both. One surgery is about $1500 more than the other but I am not going to let that be the deciding factor. However, maybe I should? I don't know what to do! Help!! I did set up a surgery date for Feb 18th with the second as she is a woman and I did feel better about being around her naked etc...although also not a reason to pick surgery. What do I do???

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February 1, 2013
Hi and congrats on ur decision. If u like the before and after photos of the second surgeon and she's board certified then why not go with her. $1500 can come handy on ur vaca with the kids. I just did my mini tt with breast lift and augmentation and lipo to flanks 3 weeks ago. From looking at ur picture I too think u can save the lipo. It's probably the most unpleasant of all procedures anyways.
February 2, 2013
Thanks! I have decide to not do the lipo as both PS said it was too much. I am going for my pre-op this week and while I am super excited to get this done, I am SUPER anxious about it too.
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February 2, 2013
Yeah it doesn't look like you need any lipo. Go with the doctor that you feels most comfortable with. I also agree that $1500 can come in handy. Good luck with your decision.
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February 3, 2013
That anxiety is totally normal. In fact I was so excited but afraid at the same time that considered canceling it but decided to go for the plunge in the end. I won't lie, anxiety made me cry right during the set up too while my IV was being started. But the nurse was awesome and calmed my fears. Before I even realized it, I was being awakened by the nurse telling me "it's over now, u can wake up". Felt surreal. The first week help is needed for all the basic things we do everyday, even the shower. But things get so much better thereafter.