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I'm 46 years old, never had children and struggled...
I'm 46 years old, never had children and struggled with my weight most of my life. In about a month I'm going in for liposuction for my stomach, flanks, lateral chest wall (bra overhang) and thighs. I hope to do this once, so I might as well go big! Lipo was never on my radar, but I'm not embarrassed to say I need a little help with shedding the fat.
I eat well for the most part but I do slip up, however, I'm very diligent about exercise which I do at least 5 x week. To help shed the fat I hired a personal trainer. I decided to ramp up my cardio and started running. I completed 2 marathons and 5 half marathons. I was sure the running would get me the flat stomach and improve my problem areas. No such luck. Collected some great looking medals and an assortment of injuries. Just this year I realized time is not on my side. I've put in years of hard work, sacrifice and money. I'm happy with my size, but no matter how hard I work there are some areas that will not improve. That's when I had the epiphany.
As the procedure gets closer, I will post before pictures (eek!). In the mean time, I hope to drop a few more pounds. Because the weather will be warmer, I'm really hoping the swelling won't be worse than normal and I'll be able to sleep in a compression garment. I would appreciate any advice on what to prepare for and expect. Thanks in advance and good luck to everyone!
I eat well for the most part but I do slip up, however, I'm very diligent about exercise which I do at least 5 x week. To help shed the fat I hired a personal trainer. I decided to ramp up my cardio and started running. I completed 2 marathons and 5 half marathons. I was sure the running would get me the flat stomach and improve my problem areas. No such luck. Collected some great looking medals and an assortment of injuries. Just this year I realized time is not on my side. I've put in years of hard work, sacrifice and money. I'm happy with my size, but no matter how hard I work there are some areas that will not improve. That's when I had the epiphany.
As the procedure gets closer, I will post before pictures (eek!). In the mean time, I hope to drop a few more pounds. Because the weather will be warmer, I'm really hoping the swelling won't be worse than normal and I'll be able to sleep in a compression garment. I would appreciate any advice on what to prepare for and expect. Thanks in advance and good luck to everyone!
I had my pre-op appointment with Dr. Stoeckel last...
I had my pre-op appointment with Dr. Stoeckel last week. Where has the time gone?! It was so long ago when I booked the procedure, now it's next week! I was scared but after talking with him, I am getting excited.
I promised before pics *gulp* and I'll have them posted this weekend.
I promised before pics *gulp* and I'll have them posted this weekend.
I'll add photos of my stomach soon.
I'll add photos of my stomach soon.
Provider Review
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
111 Ridgeview Dr., Cary, North Carolina
I've been going to Wake Plastic Surgery for their aesthetic services for the past 3 years, so I was aware of Dr. Stoeckel's and his practice's reputation. However, I did my due diligence by doing lots of research and met with other doctors. I appreciated the time he spent explaining my options and answering question after question. I also felt assured that he will do a good job.