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Tummy Tuck-one week recovery-with no complications-Thank you - Plymouth, MA
UPDATED FROM Portugesegirl
10 months post
10 months after Tummy Tuck
PortugesegirlFebruary 11, 2014
WORTH IT$9,000
I had a tummy tuck in April of 2013 and weighed in at about 145. Currently, I am 128 lbs after 10 months. I have been back to normal and doing cardio and strength training at the gym. I have a BA scheduled for March 1, 2014 and am looking forward to not having to wear paced bra's anymore. I have attached a recent photo.
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UPDATED FROM Portugesegirl
22 days post
Post op 22 days. I am starting to feel really...
PortugesegirlMay 8, 2013
Post op 22 days.
I am starting to feel really good now. I weighed in at 135 this morning. That is about 6 pounds less pre op. the doctor did say that he removed about 5 lbs. During lunch I will go out for a walk in the neighborhood. I would love to get down to about 130. That is my ideal weight. Anyhow, I am not taking anymore pain pills or antibiotics. I love my results and I am using the scar strip for my incision. All is well. Happy healing TT friends.
I am starting to feel really good now. I weighed in at 135 this morning. That is about 6 pounds less pre op. the doctor did say that he removed about 5 lbs. During lunch I will go out for a walk in the neighborhood. I would love to get down to about 130. That is my ideal weight. Anyhow, I am not taking anymore pain pills or antibiotics. I love my results and I am using the scar strip for my incision. All is well. Happy healing TT friends.
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UPDATED FROM Portugesegirl
22 days post
Added some new photos in a Bikini! Having fun. :-)
PortugesegirlMay 8, 2013
Added some new photos in a Bikini! Having fun. :-)
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May 9, 2013
Hi, i really interest doing a tummy tuck and liposuction. I am from MA too and your surgeon gave you a good price. I had a c-section (6 years ago) I am 5"2 and my weight is 142 pounds. I want to know if you did liposuction too?? if yes, which areas?? the $9,000 that includes all surgeon fees (hospital, anesthesia, procedures, etc..)if not, what is the total?? I will really appreciate the answer of this questions..thank you!!
May 9, 2013
Hi geri2006
In total it came out to 8,500 and he did lipo of my abdomen only, muscle repair and tummytuck. Total includes all fees. Dr laffredo is excellent, he is a young doctor and he staff is amazing. I would rate him as a five diamond star ps. Very pleased with his manners and safistication and results.
May 12, 2013
Love your story I had to chuckle about you changing your cg, you look fabulous !! I'm calling the ps tomorrow to ask about the pain pump I see a lot of woman having one of those.. I'm getting closer & I'm still afraid ill chicken out.. I broke my foot & I'm not going to be at my best for this surgery, the drs. All say it should be fine.. You are av inspiration to the rest of us girl, keep us posted !!!!
May 13, 2013
Hi Cute Grandma:
Yes, the pain pump is a huge help. I would suggest that you ask your PS for one. The most pain I felt was from my lower back. You will get some discomfort from your lipo areas. You have to be hunched over for the 1st week when you are walking. I would recommend sleeping on a firm couch with a pillow under your knees and your head. Much easier to get up in the morning then a bed. Be strong, don't chicken out because you will love the investment that you did for yourself. It is worth it. Trust me!!! The results are phenomenal!!!!
May 12, 2013
Love the new pictures : ) you look amazing.
May 13, 2013
TTRA:
Thank you so much and happy mothers day too you/ Hope you are well and recovering good. How are you doing with recovery?
May 13, 2013
Hi PG, Happy Mothers Day to you too hope you were spoiled. I'm doing really well getting my last drain removed tomorrow morning and going back to work as well. Are you still wearing your CG and what are you using on your scars? Hope you have a great week. Caio FYI my name is Teresa
May 15, 2013
Teresa:
That is a great portugese name, I'm Nancy. Glad to hear you are doing well and back to work. I have transitioned to wearing spanks during the day and my CG at night while sleeping. On my incision, I am still using the strip and will start using the scar cream on June 3rd when I see my PS. Today has made 4 weeks in recovery and it goes by so fast. My PS still does not want me to lift anything that is heavy. I'm more than 1/2 through recovery and weigh in at 134 and now in a size 4-6 depending on the style. I am very happy with that. I still have a little swelling, nothing really major. I love not having no more love handles. THat is the best part and clothes fits so much better. Ok, gotta run! Talk soon. :-)
May 18, 2013
Hi Nancy, sorry I haven't gotten back to you sooner but being back at work has taken such a toll on me. I've been coming home so tired. Today I'm 3 weeks post op. I've been wearing spanks for 2 weeks now, but will take your advise and wear my CG at night. Question, what cream will you be using on your scars? My PS said that I can use Bio-Oil but didn't tell me when. Im so glad that no one at work noticed what I had done, I had only told 4 people that I trust and everyone else I just said that I was off because I was having surgery. I recalled what you said about people gossiping. The people that know what I did say that I look terrific and that Im even standing straighter. All that matters is that I feel great in my body. CONGRATULATIONS on being in a size 4-6 WOOHOO. Caio for now querida. Talk later
July 3, 2013
Hi Portugesegirl, it's been so long since you've updated your profile. How have you been doing? I'm already 2 months post op and still a lot of swelling when I go to the gym, not at a full 100% in my workouts either so feeling like I'm gaining weight. Hope your well. Caio
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