Hi everyone! I decided to write my review because it was only fair since your reviews/pics helped me pick my surgeon and prepare for pre and post surgery. Thank you! A little about myself- 39 yrs old, mother of 3 kids (8,6,4). I breastfed all 3 for 15 months. Ick. I was a cow, so I felt guilty stopping when I had so much milk even though I was not a fan of nursing. I had been talking about a mommy makeover but was pretty happy with my body. I love my body and work hard to keep it as toned as possible. I was about 118 pre pregnancies, and around 122 when I began my journey this year (Feb 2019). I had 3 consultations with 3 great Board Certified doctors. I’ll go into my experience with each one on my next post. I think I reached my word limit.
Updated on 31 Jul 2019:
Hi y’all! I hope this helps someone. As I began my journey I wanted as much info as possible on the surgeons I had consults scheduled with so this is my experience. I met with 3 doctors, one thing I learned was they all had different perceptions of a nice body. I met with Dr. Johnny Franco, Dr. Christine Fisher, and Dr. Ashley Gordon. All excellent Board Certified doctors- they were great and I would recommend consults with them as you begin your journeys. I wasn’t sure what I needed but I knew I hated how my stomach would stick out at the end of the day that I looked 3 mth preggers! I didn’t know if I needed a mini TT, full TT, or lipo.
Dr. Franco - very nice and personable. He was cry complimentary of my body (made me feel good!) but his recommendation was body contouring and fat transfer to my hips and top of butt. Not a BBL and it would not even be considered a skinny bbl since I had minimal fat. I was concerned about my belly so he said maybe a mini TT but the scar might be too high and I was worried about the skin above the belly button. As for my breast it was implants or nothing. He said they looked great and a lift would not be needed. When I first started my journey I wanted breast implants but after further research it was not for me. Foreign objects, the upkeep (replacements/MRIs), and possible auto auto immune diseases did not sit well with me. Good first experience. To be fair - I was in the best shape as I had just finished a 4 month workout challenge.
Dr. Fisher- she was amazing! I felt like she really listened to me then provided recommendations. I loved that she was direct and got to the point.Took her time and even drew out breast options knowing they were not a priority. She recommended a full TT and muscle repair as well as fat transfer to hips/butt and lipo to flanks, back, bra roll, area around arm pits, top of knees, and inner thighs. It would be a little over 7 hr surgery. Loved her but it felt like a little too much for me and she specializes on breasts especially cancer reconstruction.
Updated on 31 Jul 2019:
My final consultation was with Dr. Gordon at Restora Austin. She is a little ball of energy! She was nice, direct, and very open on her opinions and why. She listened to me and recommended a full TT with lipo - TT 360. Her practice is very innovative and revolutionary in plastic surgery. Her ad her partner created the concept of a TT 360- it’s a tummy tuck with full trunk contouring. We talked about breasts implants and fat transfer to the breast. She is one of the few doctors that offers the Ideal implant, a new saline implant that feels and looks better than older saline models. We talked about the pros and cons but she agreed that I was border line needed a lift but more towards not needing one. Her team is also great, I’ve met with her nurse Blaire who is great and very responsive. Dr. Gordon is on the high end but they are also in the front line of new products and perfecting their art. All the before and after pics were excellent too. I scheduled my surgery the day after and put down my deposit.
Updated on 31 Jul 2019:
I was 122 when I began my journey. I was at 128 before the surgery. These pics were taken 2 days before surgery.
Updated on 31 Jul 2019:
I was scheduled to arrive at 8:30 at the Inspire Surgery center. The center is owned by Dr. Gordon and Dr. Reid (partner). My surgery began at 9:30 am. I was very nervous the day before but surprisingly woke up calm the day of the surgery. The staff was great and they kept a quiet, serene environment vibe going on. They called me back, peed in a cup, blood pressure was taken, and I changed into a nice warm gown. I met with the anesthesiologist, nice man and highly regarded. They also had a fluffy heating blanket waiting for me. Dr. Gordon came in, drew on me and told me she was so excited for me
to see the results and that I was going to look
great. She gave me a hug and said they would be taking me to the operating room in a few mins. Since my surgery was scheduled from 9:30a- 5pm I was required to stay overnight for additional observation.
Updated on 31 Jul 2019:
I don’t have the video but they uploaded the fat transfer procedure. I was really hoping to see the tummy tuck and lipo. I took pics of the story.
Updated on 31 Jul 2019:
I was not in pain. They night nurse started me on my meds and told my husband to keep up like clockwork for the next 3 days. I must say that helped a lot! I feel fine, walking with a walker. Get the occasional pain as I get off and on the couch, bed, recliner but the incision and muscle repair do not hurt. The lipo areas are pretty sore.
Updated on 31 Jul 2019:
Here are pics! I think I got caught up on my journey so far. Please feel free to ask questions! Thanks!
Updated on 1 Aug 2019:
Hi there! I had my follow up appt today. Everything is healing well with the exception of a small granuloma near my incision site - lower right. The nurse treated it with silver nitrate. I just have to keep an eye on it. One drain is out! My arms are very swollen, she recommended I have lymphatic massage. Scheduling one for next week if possible. It was reassuring to get the ok to try to stand up straight. My back is killing me! On to more healing!
Updated on 2 Aug 2019:
360cc and 370cc
I kinda like them big but reality is that they will shrink once the swelling goes down.
Updated on 1 Sep 2019:
Swelling is minimal. My left breast looks a bit smaller but it has alway been smaller than my right side. Dr. Gordon did add more fat on that side. Looks like my right is the alpha boob. ??????
Updated on 30 Nov 2019:
Hi there! I am currently at 18 weeks. Life is pretty much back to normal. I’m working out about 3 to 4 times a week and can do a 90 min plank again at Pure Barre. Yay! Eating normal more than usual due to the holidays. I was down to 124lbs before the Thanksgiving. Waist is at 29in, hips 36 1/2, bust 35 1/2. My waist is about 5 in smaller, 29 is still a little wide but I have always had more of a straight shape vs hourglass. I’m happy with my results and would pick Dr. Gordon again.
I still use my garment but alternate with Spanx. I swell more on some days but not too bad. I travel with my garment on, the one time I traveled with Spanx I felt like I was going to explode. I turn 40 in December, I’m going to up my workouts to 5 times a week consistently. Life is good!