jbnonc

LIPO'd and LOVE IT - Saint Louis, MO

Absolutely Worth It - Chesterfield, MO

Yes, they will go away. The darkening it normal, as is the swelling. The first few times I had it done I looked a mess. Within 10 days they will be completely gone.

Where did you have it done, just out of curiousity?

I will probably go back at some point for a touch up if I need one, but so far that hasn't been the case.

Thanks for positive remarks.

I was told NO activity for the first 3 weeks, except walking. It almost killed me, because I am used to vigorous exercise- lots of aerobics, ab work, and weights. After week 3 I was told ok to exercise, but try to avoid anything that involved my core (which was hard). So, I compromised and backed off a little bit, but still did my normal routine. My Doc advised me to wear the garment WHILE I was exercising and a few hours AFTER to minimize the swelling- exercise aggravates the tissue and causes fluid collection. And it's true. I actuall sprained my back and didn't exercise for 3 days, and saw a big difference- no swelling and my mid section looked amazing. It's now been 3 months, and I still wear the compressiongarment if I do anything involving my core, and then for a few hours after. I don't have to, but I don't mind it so much and it does make a difference. Sometime, I even wear it to bed, if I've have a very active day. From what I've read, the swelling issue for some people doesn't fully resolve until months 6-8. I will tell you this- I am thrilled with the results, and have NO REGRETS!

Never any hesitation. I felt confident with my MD, and he answered all my questions. The only concern I had was the final result- would it be smooth, saggy, irregular? He assured me that for me, these would not be issues. I've never been more than 30 lbs over weight in my life, and at the time of the lipo, I was at my goal weight. I will tell you that 3-4 weeks post-op you're going to see lumps and bumps and ridges. Don't panic- this is completely normal, and part of the healing process. Massaging your skin, smoothing out the lumps/bumps with your fingers will be important, and daily. I'm now 3+ months post-op and mine are nowgone. I am thrilled with my results. I mow the lawn without a shirt and look pretty damn respectable- something I would never have done before, because of those darn love handles! I'm glad they're gone! Good luck to you!

Yes, with Dr Moore. It was a very good experience, no regrets here. Please tell him I said so, if you meet with him.

Good luck!