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Laser Lipo @ Sono Bello - Woburn, MA

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I have a consultation today @ Sono Bello in...

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$5,942

I have a consultation today @ Sono Bello in Woburn, MA. I'm interested to hear what they have to say. I think it's interesting that I'm not meeting with a surgeon, but with a sales-type person.


I have struggled with weight all of my life, but even more after puberty. I have PCOS, which causes hormonal imbalance. I eat well just to stay at the weight I am at, which is considered obese by BMI guidelines, but im also a bigger "person;" I have very wide hips, slightly broader shoulders, and a bigger ribcage. Even when i was a healthy child, I weighed heavy on the scale. I wear a size 12-14 pants. I don't hate my body, I like that I am very curvy, but I think i would be more comfortable, and would have more lothing options if i had a smaller abdomen and smaller love handles. After the consultation today I will let you know the areas I am choosing to get altered. I am fairly certain I will get upper and lower abs and flanks. Not sure if i should get the bra roll, as this is a more recent development. I wonder If i could work that off at the gym.

My family and boyfriend are supportive, but I can't help but feel a little vain having this procedure done. I do love my body, and I know there is more to life than being skinny. I just want to know what its like to have fun shopping for clothes, and my tax returns are my only chance to finance this. I hope I have a successful journey.

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Thomas R. Walek, MD

Thomas R. Walek, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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November 19, 2015
MoeMassachusetts - can you tell me which doc performed the procedure. Also, it's been 2+ years since your procedure. Are you still 100% happy with the results? Thanks for sharing!
February 18, 2016
Waleck did mine and he messed up. Meds wire off too soon and he stopped. One side larger than other and after 3 months said I need surgery. So why bother with Sono Bello? Waste of money!
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8 days pre

I had my consultation. They quoted me at around...

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I had my consultation. They quoted me at around 1650 per area and seperated the abdomen into two prices, for upper and lower. The target areas I chose are the upper and lower abdomen, and the waist/flanks. I will pay close to 6,000 for this procedure. This is because my BMI is between 28 - 32. The higher your BMI, the higher the price. Everything was included in the quote, in regards to follow ups, etc; except for the second compression garment which is between 80 - 100 bucks.
Anyways, The rep was really nice and informative. i put down 2k from a bonus at work and got an appointment for NEXT FRIDAY!
I have a lot of instructions to familiarize myself with. I have restrictions as well. My pre-op is 03/19. Can't wait to have this done. I have very high hopes.

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March 18, 2013

Hi there, welcome and thanks for sharing your journey with us!

Congratulations on setting your date and good luck! It will be here before you know it! I hope everything goes well for you, I'm sure it will.

Please do keep us updated with your progress!

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3 days pre

My pre-op changed to tomorrow because of the...

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My pre-op changed to tomorrow because of the blizzard. I have been drinking lots of water and electrolytes, and no alcohol since Friday. I went and bought some things they said I would need postop; towels, maxipads for oozing, arnica pills for bruising, warm socks for surgery; antibacterial body wash for the night before and morning of surgery; drawstring pants for recovery, stool softener for opiate pain meds; and my own idea, probiotics for being on antibiotics. i am wearing a zip-front sweatshirt and drawstring pants to surgery. Cant wait to get this done.

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March 19, 2013
Good luck for your procedure. I had mine done at Sonobello as well but only paid 4200 for the exact same areas, but you are right it depends on the BMI of the patient. The priced me at the lowest possible level, my BMI is 22. I had my procedure done one week ago and felt no pain, just some discomfort. Don't be scared, it will be ok. Keep us update.
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March 20, 2013
Thanks for the reassurance, it is much appreciated. I will keep updating as i progress.
September 21, 2013
Hi I had the procedure almost 4 weeks ago.. I don't really see much of a difference.. Can some of u share ur stories at sonobello with me? I'm beginning to think I wasted my money
October 1, 2013
Any new updates for you?
October 1, 2013
I am going for a consultation tomorrow. How was your experience?
October 1, 2013
I feel like I wasted my money. I gained 4 pounds.. I had the procedure done on 8/28/2013... I see no difference in my body.. I got my lower abs/upper abs, hips, and back bra roll done.. My back still looks like it has fat on it.. I paid $7600.. I have had a fever/chills & headaches for the past 2 1/2 weeks.. Linda is nice but at the end of the day they just want ur money.. Don't be pressured.. If u want immediate results get traditional Lipo... I am still very sore.. I would not recommend sonobello to anyone
October 1, 2013
I am really sorry that you are frustrated. I had a tough time in the first few months. I was so bruised, swollen and sore for so long that it took me a long time to feel good about it. I have only lost a few pounds but I feel good about where the weight came off. I hope that you see results soon. Best wishes!
October 1, 2013
I'm so sorry. That is too much money to spend amd too much to go through to see no difference
October 2, 2013
Yes it is.. Linda kept sayin in my consultation (which I had 2) that I would see some immediate results.. I'm still waiting.. Just beware and do your research.. Which I wish I dido the of.. Good luck
October 4, 2013
How are you doing now 7 months later? I am getting exactly what you got done next Saturday. I'm excited. It will be nice to have a waist again.
March 25, 2013
Hey, so how did the surgery go? Could you share your experience more? I am having a consultation in early April. Hope you're well.