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A Real Gone Girl! Tummy, That Is.... - Wexford, PA

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My journey hasn't yet begun, except the planning...

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ChangedMyNameAugust 3, 2014
WORTH IT$10,950
My journey hasn't yet begun, except the planning process. I'm scheduled August 19, 2014 and I'm nervous and excited both. I haven't been in the shape I want to be in since I was 23. That's too long! I'm praying for fantastic results, yet realistic too. I'm 5'8" and at 180, I weigh more than want to.

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Anna I. Wooten, MD, FACS

Anna I. Wooten, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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ThisYearEverythingChanges
August 4, 2014
I just had a 360 circumferential body lift 7/21 with a wound revision on 7/29. I'm doing OK. The first week is a beeoootch but eventually it gets better. I left with 4 drains, three removed in about 8 or 9 days and i still have 1. Mainly because of the 2nd surgery. My suggestions are 1. Have a toilet seat lifter thing (grandma seat) 2. A walker to help you up and down from sitting position 3. Friends/family for at least a week to literally do everything for you 4. Ready your mind for boredom, cabin fever, possible depression, stir craziness, and laziness. 5. Have everything you need on top of your dresser, countertops, or hanging somewhere. (You will not be bending down for awhile) I'm sure there are more things but as I lay here 14 days post op the worst is over I THIER and i cannot wait to get back to work. I hope you surgery goes well! It's on my b day. =)
ThisYearEverythingChanges
August 4, 2014
I THINK not thier
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ChangedMyName
August 5, 2014
Happy early birthday!! I am preparing now and will have it all within reach. My husband took a full week off to help me, so I have that part covered. How are you doing now? Thanks for all the tips!!
ThisYearEverythingChanges
August 5, 2014
Thanks for the happy birthday! I can say happy rebirth to you!! Good deal to have your hubby home. Oh i just figured out yesterday that safety pinning my drain to a lanyard as i showered was very convenient. I'm doing OK. 2 weeks of recovery done. I have a long way to go. I'm missing holding my babies, sleepingon my side and stomach, and I'm really missing snuggling with my love!
Goodoldme123
August 5, 2014
Good luck and may your Angels be with you. Please keep posting as live in Pittsburgh and need to rid the 'apron' as well. Price not too bad either. You will be in my thoughts and prayers on the 19th!
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ChangedMyName
August 5, 2014
Thank you!! There are so many kind women on this site. It's refreshing!! I will definitely update and post pics. That price includes lipo of flank and thighs as well, so if you just did the full TT, it would be around 8k. But Dr. Wooten seems excellent and worth the price.
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Blubberbelly No More
August 5, 2014
We all think those "yuk" thoughts when viewing our own protruding loose abdomens. Yours does not protrude as much as mine did. You just seem to have a lot of loose skin, so you'll have fantastic results. Most of us do! Good luck!
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ChangedMyName
August 5, 2014
Thanks for the vote of confidence! I need it because I worry if it's all going to be worth it or if I needed to lose more weight or if I should have taken my kids to Disney instead... Blah blah blah. I'm hoping for great results!!
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Blubberbelly No More
August 5, 2014
Realistically it's apparently preferable to be at your ideal weight on the day of surgery but with your shape you'll probably have stellar results anyway!! It'll be the best money you ever spent on yourself and you won't regret it! Your kids will one day get to Disneyland!
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ChangedMyName
August 6, 2014
Well, you are online and communicating, so you must be feelings a little ok, huh? I have visions of excruciating pain for months, but I know that's just fear. I sleep on my side, so that will be a problem for me as well. Keep posting!
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Blubberbelly No More
August 6, 2014
If it's any consolation, you just might be able to sleep on your side much earlier than you think. You'll have some soreness from the lipo which might stop you from lying on your side for a few days but when moving around in bed SLOWLY enough you will be able to sleep on your side for short periods. After my second tuck I slept on my side the first night. I actually slept in bed from night one both times, not in a recliner as so many tummy tuckers do. Don't worry about EXCRUCIATING pain--you'll have pain killers that will keep your pain well controlled. If an old broad like me can do this twice a young chick like you should have no problem.
mjrsprinter
August 3, 2019
Hi! Just scheduled my procedure for Oct 14! I'm local to you and we seem to be the same height/weight so can't wait to hear about our experience....wish you the best of luck!
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11 days pre

It's The Final Countdown!

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ChangedMyNameAugust 7, 2014
The nurse at my doctor's office just called to make sure I was feeling confident and to see if I had any questions. That is a relief that they care and take the time to do that.

I'm ready!

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madisonwi
August 7, 2014
Good luck, your results will be amazing!
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ChangedMyName
August 7, 2014
I'm hoping so!! Almost can't wait to get it over with so I can get on with gettin' on! Hoping by Halloween and cooler weather that I feel pretty good. Thank you!!
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ChangedMyName
August 7, 2014
My Dr gave me a lanyard too, so I definitely will be using it. How are you feeling today?
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Matea2
August 7, 2014
We are a similar build. I can't wait to see your results! I wish my TT was this month! Good luck!
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ChangedMyName
August 16, 2014
Getting ready! 2 more days. Thanks for the well wishes!
Cathit1
August 8, 2014
I am three weeks post op. The day after my surgery I could shower. I could not believe the results already! You will be so pleased. First week you will need some help but pain meds keep pain very tolerable. Second week I felt good. Now its my third week I cant do sit ups or core exercise but I can use treadmill or elliptical. I'm back to a lot of activity. Just not too strenuous. Good luck. Nerves are normal but you will be so happy you did this. I just wish I would have done it sooner. Oh and the feeling of going shopping and getting clothes without that pouch feels sooooo good.! Just keep thinking about the results in the end.
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1 day pre

Tomorrow is the day!!

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ChangedMyNameAugust 18, 2014
The hospital just called with my pre op questions and to register me. I must admit it was a little freaky when they asked if I had a living will or any preparations for that. I'm generally not a huge worrier, but I will be glad when this is all over and done with and I'm on the road to recovery.

Tomorrow at 11:30!!

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Capergirl
August 19, 2014
I will have my TT tomorrow as well, at 8:00. Best of luck to you:))
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ChangedMyName
August 19, 2014
Thanks Capergirl! Good luck to you too!!
Just4Me8180
August 20, 2014
Good luck Capegirl.
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Matea2
August 19, 2014
Best wishes for a smooth surgery!
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ChangedMyName
August 19, 2014
Thank you!! Just want it over with.
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