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25yo | Vaser Liposuction on Inner & Outer Thighs | Over-sharing All the Way ;) - Sydney, AU
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I am 25 years old and have decided to get vaser...
hello_missSeptember 6, 2015
WORTH IT$5,000
I am 25 years old and have decided to get vaser liposuction on my inner and outer thighs. I intend to do a candid and honest review of this experience, partly for my own reflective process but also because I found similar posts to be really useful and far more practical than the glossy hand outs from the clinic.
I am naturally a size 6-8 on my top & 10-12 on my bottom (mostly on account of the junk in my trunk which I am happily keeping) and I am also aware that I am by no means overweight. I am considering this a 'photoshopping experience' to smooth the slight extra curve around my upper thighs, particularly noticeable when i'm standing on an angle. I have a host of reasons that I won't go in to, but for the most part my thighs have always been my 'thing' and I have no control over their shape. They do not respond to diet or exercise like the rest of my body does and this makes my legs look even bigger in comparison when I do work out & eat well. Basically this is the only opportunity I will have to do this and the pro's list is seriously outweighing the con's.
Dr Joseph Ajaka at the Cosmos Clinic Double Bay will be my doctor and so far I have had very limited contact with him. During my first consultation in April I was welcomed by one of his nurses, Laura, who was very warm and gentle. She answered all of my questions and had a calm, honest and happy presence about her which was really appealing. My meeting with Dr. Ajaka however was the opposite. He seemed rushed and distracted, like he was reciting a monologue and just wanted me to sign some papers and leave. To be fair he was pretty realistic about what results to expect and did answer my questions, however he came across as very impersonal and to be honest a little bored. This interaction was conflicting - I am trying to be rational about the fact that I would rather he be a good doctor than a good talker, but I am putting a lot of trust in this person and I think it's important to feel like he is actually listening to me. That meeting put me off the procedure for several months while I thought everything over again, but I have decided to continue with the procedure and Dr Ajaka. I have also decided not to feel like I need to rush my consultations or questions for his sake. I am paying a lot of money for a service and it is in everyone's interest that we communicate clearly to achieve the best possible result.
My procedure will be on the 10th of September and i'm feeling well researched about what to expect from the experience (thanks largely to this site!) Last week I had my pre-operative appointment where I spoke a nurse about the logistics of the day and questioned her intensely regarding before & after care. I have a friend who is coming to pick me up after the appointment but I intend to look after myself more or less for the recovery process. I have not told many people about this procedure and I have no intention of doing so, however my housemate is aware of what I am doing so I am relying on her a bit should anything go drastically wrong during the nights immediately after.
I have been taking arnica tablets, eating well, exercising moderately & I quit smoking about a month ago. I have a small mountain of old towels & garbage bags to protect my bed & sheets, now I am just preparing myself to look/feel/smell absolutely disgusting for several days.
I find myself in a strange rotation of thoughts when I look at my body now. I try to appreciate what is there before it goes forever, then I try to picture what it will look like when it's done so I can justify the operation. But then I have to remind myself that there is a very good chance it won't look exactly like I want it to, which leads me back into appreciating what I have & wondering if i'm making a mistake.
My new motto is prepare for everything and expect nothing. This is a gamble and I know that, but I think i'm as ready as i'm ever going to be and this is definitely the time to do it.
I am naturally a size 6-8 on my top & 10-12 on my bottom (mostly on account of the junk in my trunk which I am happily keeping) and I am also aware that I am by no means overweight. I am considering this a 'photoshopping experience' to smooth the slight extra curve around my upper thighs, particularly noticeable when i'm standing on an angle. I have a host of reasons that I won't go in to, but for the most part my thighs have always been my 'thing' and I have no control over their shape. They do not respond to diet or exercise like the rest of my body does and this makes my legs look even bigger in comparison when I do work out & eat well. Basically this is the only opportunity I will have to do this and the pro's list is seriously outweighing the con's.
Dr Joseph Ajaka at the Cosmos Clinic Double Bay will be my doctor and so far I have had very limited contact with him. During my first consultation in April I was welcomed by one of his nurses, Laura, who was very warm and gentle. She answered all of my questions and had a calm, honest and happy presence about her which was really appealing. My meeting with Dr. Ajaka however was the opposite. He seemed rushed and distracted, like he was reciting a monologue and just wanted me to sign some papers and leave. To be fair he was pretty realistic about what results to expect and did answer my questions, however he came across as very impersonal and to be honest a little bored. This interaction was conflicting - I am trying to be rational about the fact that I would rather he be a good doctor than a good talker, but I am putting a lot of trust in this person and I think it's important to feel like he is actually listening to me. That meeting put me off the procedure for several months while I thought everything over again, but I have decided to continue with the procedure and Dr Ajaka. I have also decided not to feel like I need to rush my consultations or questions for his sake. I am paying a lot of money for a service and it is in everyone's interest that we communicate clearly to achieve the best possible result.
My procedure will be on the 10th of September and i'm feeling well researched about what to expect from the experience (thanks largely to this site!) Last week I had my pre-operative appointment where I spoke a nurse about the logistics of the day and questioned her intensely regarding before & after care. I have a friend who is coming to pick me up after the appointment but I intend to look after myself more or less for the recovery process. I have not told many people about this procedure and I have no intention of doing so, however my housemate is aware of what I am doing so I am relying on her a bit should anything go drastically wrong during the nights immediately after.
I have been taking arnica tablets, eating well, exercising moderately & I quit smoking about a month ago. I have a small mountain of old towels & garbage bags to protect my bed & sheets, now I am just preparing myself to look/feel/smell absolutely disgusting for several days.
I find myself in a strange rotation of thoughts when I look at my body now. I try to appreciate what is there before it goes forever, then I try to picture what it will look like when it's done so I can justify the operation. But then I have to remind myself that there is a very good chance it won't look exactly like I want it to, which leads me back into appreciating what I have & wondering if i'm making a mistake.
My new motto is prepare for everything and expect nothing. This is a gamble and I know that, but I think i'm as ready as i'm ever going to be and this is definitely the time to do it.
Replies (8)
September 9, 2015
really interested to see your results as I am looking to do the same procedure (plus the front of my thighs and knees) also at cosmos clinic with dr ajaka. hope all goes well and you're not in too much pain :)
September 10, 2015
Also following! Good luck today, and look forward to following your recovery and reviews!
UPDATED FROM hello_miss
2 days pre
Before pictures
hello_missSeptember 7, 2015
For some reason the 'before' pictures did not load with the last post so (hopefully) here they are.
UPDATED FROM hello_miss
2 days pre
Before pictures
hello_missSeptember 7, 2015
I'm struggling more than I should with this technology. I'll get better, I promise.
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September 7, 2015
Your thighs are perfect. You have a gorgeous figure. I'm sure you get told that all the time but it's such a subjective thing so I understand when you say there are bits you don't like.
September 9, 2015
September 10, 2015
Like I said below, yes she has a great figure, but we all have bits we don't like and as she has said, this is a photo shopping experience, not a "I hated my body experience". Have a little respect...
September 12, 2015
Please forgive me. It's just that she is just so incredibly stunning as she is. My hope is that she realizes this and no amount of plastic surgery will fulfill her greatest need to be truly loved and accepted. I apologize for sounding judgemental. Vanity is part of the human condition and I struggle with it myself. I also live in an area were morbid obesity is an epidemic and people , such as this lovely creature (pre -surgery) are regarded as "blessed." I do hope that she is happy with her results and her physical transformation brings her true fulfillment in life.
October 11, 2015
This comment is disgusting. You think she has mental condition .. Do you know her personally. I don't think so. Your sarcastic comment about her being filled with fulfilment, feeling loved and accepted is so ignorant. You think she is doing that because she feels like everyone hates her , she isn't loved and doesn't feel accepted as she is ... IS LAUGHABLE! gosh I didn't realise people like you still exist. If you have an issue keep it to yourself, she loves herself and she wants to be even more sexier.
You live around morbidly obese people..? So what. Maybe you have issues that YOU need to address. I think you need to stop snooping around sites like this because seems like your jealous. People like us either have gone through this procedure or are thinking about it and need some advice. There is no need for people like you. Fulfilment in life... What a bloody load of jealous rubbish.
You live around morbidly obese people..? So what. Maybe you have issues that YOU need to address. I think you need to stop snooping around sites like this because seems like your jealous. People like us either have gone through this procedure or are thinking about it and need some advice. There is no need for people like you. Fulfilment in life... What a bloody load of jealous rubbish.
October 11, 2015
It is never appropriate to diagnose a medical condition over the internet. You are clearly not a qualified health professional. This is a most unprofessional comment. If you make an offensive post, your post will be reported to the RealSelf moderators.
My stomach has shown dramatic results immediately but my thighs I'm not so sure on (which were my most hated areas) but I know I'm still v swollen and bruised. I'm going to remain positive and just wait patiently for the desired results.
I have heard your Doc is a little brusque but as you say, you are paying for results not his bedside manner. Having both would be a bonus but it's a very common thing with doctors.
Good luck and give me a shout if you have any questions.