Nikki in Cali

Its Very Early One but So Far, So Good - La Jolla, CA

Coffeebean, don't be discouraged I felt just like you around 10 days in. I was thinking that I wasn't seeing results quick enough, even though I knew I really wouldn't for at least 4 months. Then all of a sudden the swelling started going down the 3rd week and its been only getting better and better. Today is my one month mark, and I feel pretty good about what I am seeing. If you over-exercise the first month, it aggravates the areas and causes swelling. Don't overdue it. I am a runner and my surgeon said wait one month. I followed his advice to the letter. Be patient, you are gonna be fabulous once the swelling goes down.

Oops yes lol PRE-OP ;) I had my procedure on April 12th & 13th so I had a lot done two days in a row. It was easier than I thought it would be. It just felt very weird because I was awake the entire time. Just make sure you have all your creature comforts pre-arranged before your surgery. You will have a much more comfortable recovery. The advice on RealSelf was a lifesaver for me ;)

I thought you and I looked to be about the same Post Op size. However, you are actually smaller than me. You are going to look awesome after your procedure. I bet it will exceed your expectations. Make sure you are taking Arnica Montana, it really helps with the swelling. Good luck!

Good luck! I am going into my 3rd week and already I'm feeling pretty great! You are gonna love it!!!

Thank you ;) My surgeon said I may have a bit of loose skin due to the amount of back rolls I had. lol But as of week three, those rolls are slowly but surely smoothing out. So, I may have better than expected results. Im crossing my fingers, but I feel really lucky to have chosen the right person to do my procedure.