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Elias G. Gikas, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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It's been over a year

I'm all healed and happy with my tummy. It's nice and flat (I did the part of making the muscles strong) and there's no pooch of skin when I sit down. I had a full TT (NO muscle repair, wasn't needed) in April 2014 so far so good and I do recommend my surgeon :)

4 weeks after my big day

I can't believe it's been 4 wks already! I'm feeling like myself again and am cleared for running as of this week. I've done a few Pilates sessions and other than being sore in the abs afterward there was no pain or pulling. I held on with the instructor and didn't need a break which is a good thing considering I've been off for several weeks.

My tummy is still numb and I'm really bloated today but other than that things have healed very well. I have one small area of my scar that is raised up but I'm hoping it will fix itself with time. I am very happy with my decision and would do it again in a heartbeat.

I've made a homemade body butter/ scar cream that I'm hoping will help but if nothing else my skin will be very soft.

I will get more pics up I promise, I've just been busy with home and work and kids.

Almost 2 weeks out

I'm 2 weeks post op and couldn't be happier with what I see so far. I don't seem swollen but I'm definitely bloated (thank you monthly hormones) my drains are out and my incision looks ok, better than I expected it to look at this point. I am not bruised at all, I had more bruising from the IV than the surgery lol! So far so good. My energy isn't too bad, a couple times I needed a nap but most days I feel pretty good. I went back to work after 12 days, I was tired of being home.....today was my second day back and I did ok.

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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
5140 N. California Avenue, Chicago, Illinois
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Have previously met this doctor as I know 2 people that have used him for their cosmetic procedures. He is very caring and listened to my needs and concerns and I left his office fully informed and no questions lingering. My surgical results after only a few days are looking good! I recommend this doctor and will definitely use him again if I have any other procedures in the future.