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5mos PO and disappointed...need a revision and have to pay $2400

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Hi everyone! So, my story is similar to a lot of...

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BrooklynsHeartAugust 11, 2012
$9,000

Hi everyone! So, my story is similar to a lot of people on this site (which I love)! I'm 28 yo, 5'5", 150 lbs w/ an 8 yr son (emer c-section) and a 1 yo daughter (c-section-not by choice), I have road map of love on my tummy b/c of them. I'm ready to do something for myself and although I'd never thought I'd have plastic surgery...I'm doing it :-). That's why PSs exist, to help me correct the things that I can't do with diet and exercise. I'm very active, my husband and I are both in the military and very busy but my tummy is just there. You would never be able to imagine this is how my tummy looks when I'm in my uniform.

I've consulted w/ 3 different PSs. The 1st one (about $7500 TT w/ flanks lipo) was very down to earth and kind and seemed very confident. He took my pics, measurements and weight. The 2nd one (about $9200 TT w/ flanks lipo) got to the point but didn't seem interested. I know it's another day at the job for him, but it's my life. I wasn't floored by him. No pics, exams, or measurements. A week later I went back to the 2nd one to look at more pics and talk to his staff. I felt a little rushed by the coordinator and turned off. The 3rd one (about $6400 for TT alone & $9000 w/ TT w/ abdomen/flanks/back lipo) made me feel comfortable. He took his time explaining the procedure and answered all the questions I could remember :-). He took pics and mapped out my scar digitally on my photo. I went back for a 2nd consultation w/ him a week later w/ a list of questions, he answered them all. I feel more relaxed but I'm still second guessing my decision and I hope I'm making the right decision. His pics look great, scars are low and BB are circular and cute. His patient coordinator had hers done by him and her scar beautiful, almost non-existent. I think I've decided to go w/ #3! I would really like to get it over w/ so I can stop freaking out but I'm scheduling it for 8 Oct.

Ladies, I need some motivation & inspiration! Well wishes to everyone on this journey!

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Delio Ortegon, MD

Delio Ortegon, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Beautychick
August 13, 2012
Don't second guess yourself just do your research & trust your instincts. Finding the tight PS is ao important & it sounds like toure on top of it doing multiple consultaions. I'm almost 3wks post op with full TT muscle & hernia repair(no lipo) & have no regrets! Good luck to you:)
Dancer1978
September 19, 2012
I'm scheduled for 10/10/12 same procedure TT and hernia repair. Can't wait
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Beautychick
September 19, 2012
I'm so excited for u! You're going to be on the flat side soon:)
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BrooklynsHeart
August 13, 2012
Thank you! I tried to limit it to just 3 consults, I figured too many would drive me loca. He doesn't have tons of reviews online board but he is board certified and his photos look great, I just don't know what else to research. Congrats on having great results. I heard that swelling is no joke, are you going through that?
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Beautychick
September 19, 2012
Just saw this post lol sorry for not replying sooner. The swelling is a beast! It's more mental than anything though because u start second guessing yourself & your results. Just know you'll swell & have days u hate your results but that's normal & will pass. Lots of ups & downs so be prepared for those.
cutebellysoon
August 16, 2012
I agree with Beauty, don't second guess yourself! I too never thought I would want or need plastic surgery but here I am 2 weeks post op. I had a full drainless tt, muscle repair, hernia repair and lipo to flanks. I could not be happier with my results and recovery. I look at my stomach and think whos stomach is that:-) My recovery is been better than I ever thought it would be. You can do this! You will be so much happier after.
SoontoBFlat
August 17, 2012
Hi you! Hope it's a good day! Not sure I knew you had a hernia as well! No fun! I have had to use that as my excuse for all the compliments I've been getting since my girls have started school. =) Which is true I guess - getting a softball removed can make anyone look slimmer LOL!
cutebellysoon
August 18, 2012
That's awesome that you are getting compliments! I think it is a valid excuse. My hernia was just a little umbilical one. I was told by the general surgeon that they could fix it with mesh (not a fan of the idea of having mesh in my body) but most likely I would get more because of the huge ab split so I decided on a tummy tuck.
UPDATED FROM BrooklynsHeart
2 months pre

OMG, I am sooooo nervous and all I'm doing is...

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BrooklynsHeartAugust 16, 2012
OMG, I am sooooo nervous and all I'm doing is making THE phone call. I have decided that tomorrow is the day that I will call and schedule my surgery date of 8 Oct!!!!!!!! Then the countdown begins...this is getting real ;)

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BrooklynsHeart
August 17, 2012
That's awesome, I'm glad you had a great experience. I'm hoping for the same. I really cant wait for the results. Thx for the great words ;)
Lauren1087
August 17, 2012
Hello hablas espanol
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BrooklynsHeart
September 20, 2012
Hi Lauren 1087, un poco
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BrooklynsHeart
August 17, 2012
Hi Lauren 1087, un poco
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2 months pre

So, I was super nervous to call and schedule so I...

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BrooklynsHeartAugust 17, 2012
So, I was super nervous to call and schedule so I decided to go in the office to schedule it. I waited a little too long and the office closes at 5 so i guess I'll try again on Monday. I really just keep second guessing myself but I really want this!

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Sexydork
August 17, 2012
Hi, I just came across your profile. Dr. Ortegon is a good surgeon I know a few people who have gone to him for a MM( TT BL BA) and he does awesome work, as you seen in his photos. He is a very nice and likes to educate his patients on the procedure(s) at hand. If he made you feel comfortable and you had an at ease feeling with him then go with him. I've checking him on the ABPS board, certifcation matters board, Texas state boards as well and he checks out. But like everone else says trust your instincts. And you have been on 3 consults with 3 different PS and you liked him. Well i hope you decided for good and made a surgery date. Good Luck and Prayers be with you. Can't Wait to see the new you.
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BrooklynsHeart
August 17, 2012
Thx so much sexy dork. You made me feel alot better. I have met w/ him and seen pics of his work and a lil bit of a scar from one of his patients. I haven't been able to find alot of reviews on him so I'm glad you actually know a patient of his. I've checked his credentials as well as I feel like I've researched all I can. Are you referencing a butt lift in the mommy makeover you spoke about? Thx again and I can't wait either!
SoontoBFlat
August 17, 2012
Hey! Congrats on doing this! I'm glad sexydork could make you feel more comfortable! I was really concerned with the first 2 surgeons I met with - I did research on their certifications and one was only a General and the other - a big fat liar! SO I visited my 3rd which was a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and for many other reasons as well I loved him and couldn't be happier!! With all this said - I looked your Doc up and he is also board certified so they are held to higher standards - this should boost your confidence with him as I'm finding there are a lot of people here in Colorado at least that don't tell the whole truth about this. Here is the link https://www.abplsurg.org/ModDefault.aspx?section=SurgeonSearch
Anyhow - good luck! You willnot regret this!!!
SoontoBFlat
August 17, 2012
BTW - Cutebelly and I had the same awesome Doc! =)
SoontoBFlat
August 17, 2012
Sorry - just read sexydork did what I just did - should have read it before LOL!
Sexydork
August 18, 2012
I just replied to your question on my page, sorry still trying to get the hang of this site myself. Anyother Qs just feel free to ask. Which other PS have you seen for consults?
Sexydork
August 18, 2012
Sorry forgot to answer one of your questions. About the Butt lift. I will be getting a BBL(brazilian butt lift) but not with my MM. What I have learned about the process of a BBL and surgeons who are extremly skilled in that area will tell you that they will not do a tummy tuck with a BBL, because you are sitting on your butt the whole time recovering with a TT&BBL together. NOw when you get a BBL you CAN NOT sit on your butt at all ( 5mins here and there but thats it), they also will not do a BBL with a lfit or aug either cuz you have to be on your tummy to recover. So I am doing the MM( tummy tuck and breast lift) first then 6months out I am going to travel to get the BBL done in Novemeber by the best of the best! Then sometime the following year if i still want i'll do the implants or i might just get the fat injections in my breast when i do the BBl. That part is istill in the air( the boob injections vs implants) i got awhile to decided which route ill take. It's just alot of surgery and i want to minimize surgery as much as possible. I also dont want the front part to look GREAT and the back look like it doesnt belong to the front, ya know. If you are wanting a BBL do the MM FIRST the best result for a BBL is when your tummy is not hanging( us moms got all that). When you are ready for the BBL search for your surgeon take your time you want the best in the buisness working on you. I personally haven't found any surgeon around or in Tx that does very good work. i have to travel out of state to get the best but thats okay by me. Is your fear of surgery itself or is it what the outcome might look like?
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BrooklynsHeart
August 18, 2012
You are going to look awesome after this awesome makeover. I wasn't sure if BL was butt lift or breast list, sorry... Im new to this ;). I'm frightened to be under for surgery because I think the worse, like I may not wake up...God forbid! My biggest fear is the outcome though. I like the PSs work from the pics and I hope I get a nice low scar and cute, circular BB. I have some stretch marks above my BB and I'm concerned about how they'll look afterwards.
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