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Hello Everyone, I am motivated to get my sexy...

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heavenlyangelNovember 20, 2012
WORTH IT$9,249

Hello Everyone,

I am motivated to get my sexy back! To wear the clothes I want. Enjoy shopping for clothes again and feel good in my bare skin again!

I have considered having a tummy tuck for almost 10 years now, since the birth of my first son. The damage started there and it was a bit depressing to lose the part of my body that I loved the most. I knew one day I wanted to give my son some siblings so I held off and dealt with the body I had for a very long time. I now have three boys, ages 9, 2 & 1. Some I decided that I am done having children and I am now ready to focus on my body and gaining back my self confidence.

The first phase of my journey will be a tummy tuck, the second will be a brazilian butt lift and then a breast lift. I thought about maybe having a mommy makeover first but it will be a bit more risky when it comes to blood clots which runs in my family and financially cost more even though I may save a bit in the long run. However, my tummy is my main concern and since I have been waiting for this transformation for almost ten years I'm a bit impatient and can't wait for it to happen!

I have already started to make healthy lifestyle changes so its not such of a struggle to maintain my appearance when I start having my procedures. I feel good and am very excited for what is to come. The plastic surgeon I chose Dr. Anthony Youn out of Troy, Michigan comes highly recommended as I will be trusting him with my life and body.

I had my telephone consultation November 19, 2012. I have listed the quote below for a tummy tuck w/lipo to the flanks/hips and a quote for a mommy makeover as well:

Abdominoplasty (comp. hip lipo) surgeon fee $5100 minus $100 consult fee= $5000
Hospital/ OR/Anesthesia $3410
Total of all costs $8410.00

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Abdominoplasty (comp. hip lipo) surgeon fee $5100 minus $100 consult fee= $5000
Mastopexy $4200 - 15% disc. = $3570
total of both $8570
Hospital/ OR/Anesthesia $4735
Total of all costs $13305.00

I will be going with the tummy tuck w/lipo of the flanks/hip only for now. I am in the process of booking my date.

heavenlyangel's provider

Anthony Youn, MD

Anthony Youn, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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prettyladye
November 21, 2012
Good luck! I have an appt for a consult feb 25,2013.. im so excited. I hope to have my surgery in the spring or summer. Ive heard nuthn but good things abt dr youn.. one major reason im choosing him.
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heavenlyangel
November 23, 2012
Happy Thanksgiving & Thank you PrettyLadye! I'm excited for you. Maybe we will end up as Barbie Buddies lol Same here...that's why I went w/him as well. What procedures are you interested in?
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prettyladye
November 23, 2012
I want a tummy tuck wl/ lipo of the flanks. Im patiently waiting for that time to come. Im a mother of 4 and my kids did a number on me lol.. happy holidays to u as well :-)
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momto6
November 21, 2012
Thank you very much! I have pain but I've only been taking one perk and the nurse had just phoned to check up and advised me to take two every 4 hours on the clock and tomorrow will be the worst of all! GREAT! Lol can't wait to wake up in the morning!!! Good luck with your TT you will be very proud of your self afterwards! Even thought it does hurt it is worth it:)
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heavenlyangel
November 23, 2012
Happy Thanksgiving & your welcome. Thank you! I hope your recovery goes well.
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jasatt
February 11, 2016
Wow I am not sure where you live but I only paid a little over $5,000 for mine inclusive. But that was 11 years ago and in the west but not west coast. you will never regret if you go for it. It feels wonderful not to have that saggy apron. Just make sure you have a good reclining chair for the first two weeks. I had to borrow one from my sister. you will want to stay in a bent over position until it is healed. I hope you do go for it. My apron was twice the size of yours and I got horrible rashes under it during the summer.
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jasatt
February 11, 2016
at least you only have lose skin and no fat. That should have made your procedure less expensive. It is so easy for the surgeon if he only has to worry but skin and not a lot of fat.
UPDATED FROM heavenlyangel
1 year pre

I officially booked my surgery date the day before...

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heavenlyangelNovember 23, 2012
I officially booked my surgery date the day before Thanksgiving. Yeaaa!!! My Pre-Op appt is June 10, 2013 & Surgery is scheduled for June 11, 2013. I have already started shopping for supplies that I will need during that time. I will update you all on my tummy tuck preparation list at a later date.

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prettyladye
November 24, 2012
I kno u are excited. keep me updated on everything.. i wanna start gettin my post surgery items also
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heavenlyangel
November 26, 2012
Ok :) I definitely will!
Kimmers25
November 24, 2012

Welcome to the community:)

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heavenlyangel
November 26, 2012
Thank you! :)
UPDATED FROM heavenlyangel
1 year pre

I'm 5'6 & 160 lbs I plan on going on a more strict...

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heavenlyangelDecember 3, 2012
I'm 5'6 & 160 lbs I plan on going on a more strict diet when the new year hits. I will be drinking more water and keeping track of my calories each day. I wouldn't mind being in the low 140's with my weight. I have already eliminated sugary soda drinks, minimized junk food (still working on switching out my snacks for healthier options..it's def a challenge lol) avoiding eating out, minimized my sodium intake as well as highly processed foods. I'm learning and training myself to shop differently and the produce section in the grocery store is becoming my new best friend.

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heavenlyangel
December 3, 2012
I'm 5'6 & 160 lbs I plan on going on a more strict diet when the new year hits. I will be drinking more water and keeping track of my calories each day. I wouldn't mind being in the low 140's with my weight. I have already eliminated sugary soda drinks, minimized junk food (still working on switching out my snacks for healthier options..it's def a challenge lol) avoiding eating out, minimized my sodium intake as well as highly processed foods. I'm learning and training myself to shop differently and the produce section in the grocery store is becoming my new best friend.
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