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I Love my New Shape!!!

UPDATED FROM iDrG

So far...still good, I get bloated on my upper abs...

iDrGOctober 8, 2008
WORTH IT$7,500

So far...still good, I get bloated on my upper abs every once in awhile, but I'm hoping that this too shall go away.  I've been able to fit into size 2 - 4 jeans which I'm very happy about.  Downside of this all....spending more money with new wardrobe.  I haven't been taking pictures lately, but it seems as if I'm maintaining the shape. 

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angelathart00
January 20, 2009
So are you still happy? What happened to your pictures? can you post some updates? I am going in to have the surgery mid february- With the same dr as you- In the same areas.. THANKS!
consideringit
March 22, 2009
is your doctor located in manhattan?
iDrG
April 11, 2009
So sorry I haven't checked-in - yes, I'm still happy Angela. I haven't updated any of my pictures yet. Maybe soon, when I get the chance. So, how did your sx turn out? I hope you're doing well. Consideringit, yes, my Dr. is in Manhattan
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OK - I'm a little over 2 months PO, and I have...

iDrGSeptember 22, 2008

OK - I'm a little over 2 months PO, and I have to say that's I'm still amazed with my results.  There are still days where it seems that my abs is bigger than my "NEW" shape, but that settles down too -- I guess that I'm still swollen inside.  At my last check, my doctor said that I'm only 60% healed, so I have a ways to go.  Anyway, I'm updating my pic.

 

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summer08
September 26, 2008
Reading your blog gave me hope. I am 5 weeks PO and I feel that I have not changed. Is it normal that I feel that I'm bigger than 3 weeks PO? I'm feeling depressed now because I spent a lot of money for this procedure. You look really great postop 2 months!!!! I envy you!
AV.
September 26, 2008
You should definately see a difference by now. Have they suctioned out the fat after the procedure? Are you still really swollen? Those would be the only two reasons I can think of why you would not see results yet. How do your clothes fit you now after the procedure? That would be a great indication how your shape is coming along. Hang in there!
iDrG
September 28, 2008
Summer08 - AV said it well, I think that if your Dr used suction, then you should be able to see some improvements by now, however, you could also be really swollen, and as we know, we all react to this procedure very differently. I didn't swell a lot, but I've heard others do. For months...not to say that I don't go to bed bigger - I still swell some, but for the most part, my shape has been pretty consistent. Then again, this swelling is known to linger around between 6-12 months post op.
angelathart00
September 29, 2008
Hi- Thanks for all the great info- I am also in NY, and and currenly looking for Dr's. For the same areas, I am being quoted $12,500 That seems outragous, and those doctors arent even in the city. I am considering your DR- But I see that he really specializes in eyes. Was that a concern for you-? Are you still happy with your dr? Would you recommend him? Thanks, Stacey
iDrG
September 30, 2008
I really think he did a great job on my SL - and yes, he is a board certified oculoplastic surgeon, facial specialty and a fellow in cosmetic surgery. He's been doing lipo, I think for about 10 years? If you notice, there's quite a range of "specialty" areas of Drs who perform SL - including dermatology, etc. I thought that being that my Dr has experience with very delicate procedures(eyes, facial stuff), he would be great with my SL -I saw some pics and patients, and felt confident that he can do a great job, and he did! I went to 6 consults, including 3 board certified PSs, and after sitting with all of them, I chose my Dr. He was very knowledgeable, and I felt confident that he can give me the results I'm after. I'm still very happy with my results, including my post-op care with him. Just check out my hour-glass shape. I think he did a great job on me.
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At just over 1 month post op, I'm still very...

iDrGAugust 18, 2008

At just over 1 month post op, I'm still very happy with my results.  At my last post-op appointment, my Dr. said that I'm only 25% healed, so I have a long ways to go.  Aside from some very little tenderness left on my hips, I absolutely do not feel any discomfort.  I do get some swollen days, so my tummy would look bigger than PO, but still significantly smaller than my pre-op.  I had 1 stubborn lump that I had to massage (during evenings)  to the left my belly button - but I haven't seen it much after week 4 - I have been very lucky not to have the lumps and ropes that other people describe, and my skin seems much smoother.  The flanks are just awesome, no swelling whatsoever - I'm hoping that my results continue to get better as time progresses. 

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Outie
August 29, 2008
Interestingly enough after reviewing your write up, I realize that I have an appointment for a consultation with the same doctor that you had your procedure with. You look fabulous ! I am really looking forward to meeting with him now:-)
iDrG
September 14, 2008
Hi Outie - how did your consult go?
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