Dr. Kuy took his time explaining everything in detail and answering all my questions . his staff was amazing as well and I am 100% satisfied with my surgery results and post op care. I'd highly recommend him to anyone and felt very heard and respected and trusted his decisions .
I would do it again. I had no pain and very little discomfort during the first few days. Nothing a Tylenol could not handle. My only regret is that I did not do it sooner. The results are beautiful. Dr Kuy has very high standards and did an exceptional arm lift. I could not be happier. Updated on 2 Apr 2023: My surgery incision has healed well. It cannot be seen from front or back. It is only visible when arm is raised up. I did not want a scar in the tender part of arm. The surgeon did an outstanding procedure.
Dr Kuy and his staff took great care of me! I am 4 months post op and could not be happier!! I would recommend him to all of my friends and family. He was professional and helped me through the entire process!
After 2020 and too many Zoom/on camera meetings I decided I was ready for a lift. I had several consults with other Doctors and decided I was most comfortable with Dr. Kuy and his team. I am currently 3 weeks out from my lower face/neck lift. I could not be more pleased. Dr. Kuy did an excellent job. I will be 56 this year and I want to look how I feel. If you are in Cincinnati or surrounding states, and in need of a little touch up, I recommend Kuy Plastic Surgery!
51 yrs old, 13 yr old saline implants under muscle, no issues with them finally removed under local. I’m so grateful to everyone who shares their journeys on this site because it definitely helped me make my decision. It was a challenging one. I have had saline implants since I was 23 yrs old, most of my adult life. My husband has only known me with boobs. So this decision was scary. My husband has been SO supportive by even telling me if I don’t like the end result I can always have them put back in and he loves me anyway I come and what ever makes me happy.I really didn’t want to be a slave to the implant redo. I had my first set of implants at 23 and they were 375cc saline under muscle. I had one deflate after 14 yrs and when I had them replaced I decided to go bigger, because bigger is better....NOT! I went up to 525cc saline implants under muscle over filled to 600cc. What my PS failed to tell me was I would have back, neck and shoulder pain constantly carrying these big ole boobs around, also not to mention mammograms are painful, all the pulling tugging and signing of waivers that if they ruptured one not their fault. Scary stuff, after my first set deflating I felt like I was on borrowed time and I was taking control of the situation. I finally decided at 51 yrs old that it was time. I also wanted to stop taking muscle relaxers at the end of the day because my back was killing me. I’ll try to keep this short.... I finally started to make consultation appts back in September. I had four consultations, way more than when I had my first BA, I just went for it then... young and dumb. I went to two female docs who tried to talk me into smaller implants. I was also stunned when I went back to PS who placed these big ole boobs, couldn’t believe during this COVID time he wore no mask, my husband couldn’t come w/me and he didn’t even touch the implants to see if there were any issues. Ran late, came in only took a few pictures, quoted me some prices and then told the nurse to make sure I got that price, like he was doing me some kind of favor. WTH? Oh and of the four docs he was charging me the most. So long of it I had been preparing myself for a total mind trip, I didn’t know if I would cry after the procedure when I got my first look. I had so many thoughts going thru my mind. What are they going to look like, am I going to regret my decision?? That being the biggest fear, after all there wasn’t anything wrong with my implants so of course I’m wondering what the heck am I doing. Not to mention what would my husband think, will he still be attracted to me?Once I had my last consultation w/ Dr. Kuy, I knew he was the guy. His staff was amazing and he was so kind. He listened to my concerns didn’t try to up sell me, but gave me some things to think about down the road if I was interested. He then asked me if I was prepared for the mental aspect of this procedure, which no other physician had bother to ask. Dr. Kuy was kind, helpful, informative and caring. I decided to go for the procedure under local. He asked me if I was sure I didn’t want to be sedated I told him I have a pretty high pain tolerance I could handle it. Skip ahead surgery was on the 9th, under local. They were able to squeeze me in because I did opt for local otherwise he was scheduling in to March of next year. So I’m so grateful, because I made the decision and wanted them out yesterday!Day of surgery I wasn’t to nervous... I think my husband was more nervous for me, he kept asking me if I wanted to be sedated and I could wait. I didn’t want to wait I was committed. So let me just say I think my Botox injections hurt worse than removing the implants under local. I couldn’t be any happier with my decision. I didn’t even really feel the numbing shots, and be fore I knew it.... Done! Of course I asked to keep the implants, and they laughed and told me to take them home and put them under the tree for someone else. ...Dr. Kuy did make a smaller incision and suctioned out the saline before removing implant since it was so large and to be less tramatic on me. Capsules were left and implants were good and intact.If I can answer any questions please let me know. I am beyond happy with my new old boobs. I think they look so good, even hubby asked why I ever got implants.... he loves them. I was a 34B before my first BA, I haven’t gone to officially get measured but I may have a little more breast tissue now. I could go on and on about this journey but I’ll end here. Please feel free to ask any questions. I’m thankful to end this crazy year and start 2021 fresh. Yesterday was my first checkup and I got the ok to start working out again but wait one more week to do any push pull exercises. Also I found two great compression type sports bras from Fabletics that I’m wearing pretty much 24/7 just because it’s comforting while I’m still healing.. 27 years is a long time to have something hanging off your chest and then in a matter of 20 minutes they are gone...... Best decision ever! If you live in the Cincinnati area Dr. Kuy is who you should see. Updated on 13 Jan 2021: It’s been 5 weeks since my explant and I couldn’t be happier. I feel great. I’ve been using a scar gel daily for my incisions along with vitamin C serum and bio oil as I do have a few faint stretch marks which is to be expected and I’m totally ok with. I wish I would have had them out sooner. It’s been fun trying on all my old clothes because everything fits totally different and for the better. I no longer have that matronly feeling in my clothes. Wishing everyone well for 2021
My experience was wonderful. Dr Kuy and staff are all very professional, kind and knowledgeable. I got a breast augmentation and couldn’t be happier with my results. Nurses Ellyn and Erin were also fantastic and took great care of me.
To make a long story short, I am very thin and really wanted a butt lift. Another surgeon in the area performed a botch job, and it's been devastating trying to fix it. After a lot of research and wasted Sculptra injections elsewhere (they just didn't work for me), I found Dr. Kuy. It's not easy finding a Cincinnati area surgeon who will perform a Brazilian Butt lift on a thin person. But, I'm so happy that I found Dr. Kuy. He was realistic, patient, and articulate. While I can't get back the money and time I wasted prior to Dr. Kuy, I can at least share this review in the hopes that I help someone else make an informed decision.
Had 450cc Mentor UHP silicons implants placed over the muscle and couldn’t be happier with my results. Recovery was so much easier than I anticipated! The size and profile definitely achieved the fullness/perkiness that I wanted. Prior to surgery I had practically no upper pole volume. I highly recommend Dr. Kuy!
Dr. Kuy is the best of the best. He listened to what I wanted and gave great feedback. His work is perfection and I love my new tummy, belly button, super low-cut incision, and perky breasts. It's exactly what I wanted and my recovery has been much easier than I thought and i'm feeling amazing just two weeks post-op. I would 100% recommend Dr. Kuy and his great staff. I trust him and will definitely be back if I have any further needs. I'm finally happy and comfortable. Thank you Dr. Kuy!
Hello RealSelfers, I am 41, 2 grown children, and anticipating my mommy makeover 4 weeks away! Trying to prepare to the best my ability thanks to tips and reviews from all of you. The nerves have not kicked in yet, I am mostly excited. It’s the hurry up & wait. I don’t pay in full for another 2 weeks bu have the deposit down. I have been thinking about & wanting to do this for so long. I feel so blessed & luck to be able to. I am just fearful for the process and recovery.Updated on 10 Jan 2019: I chose Dr Kuy because he was attentive and professional. Most of all he & his entire staff really listened to my concerns & followed up without delay. I feel they’ve gone the extra mile to accommodate and answer all my questions. He said he wasn’t sure if I needed the muscle repair or not but to prep as if I do just in case. He said he wouldn’t know until he got in there and looked around. Looking at these current photos I took this morning I am guessing it may be needed… Unfortunately! I was really excited to hear I might not need it.Updated on 12 Jan 2019: Added more photos for comparison after Updated on 12 Jan 2019: More comparison photos Updated on 12 Jan 2019: More comparison photos Updated on 12 Jan 2019: Updated on 14 Jan 2019: I stopped by Kuy’s office to drop something off and was given these pre & post surgery vitamins. I wasn’t expecting them and had actually purchased Arnica & Bromelain pills. Hoping to return the Bromelain as it is still unopened. Photo attached. I’ve also received my pre & post instructions. Now to study!Updated on 20 Jan 2019: About 2 weeks out & trying to be as prepared as possible. Going to speak with the nurse on several things before hand. I am not sure if I need to buy tape, gauze, extra strength Tylenol, things such as this… But I have already purchased things that I figured I would possibly need and they would not provide. Will add some photos. Not too nervous yet, grateful for the opportunity and I think that helps.Updated on 28 Jan 2019: One week to go before my MM! My emotions range from calm & excited to fearful for the morning of and recovery process. The sx date was always such a safe distance away and now feels dangerously close! I’ve been taking their vitamins for a week now. Started my cycle during this last week & noticed it comes to almost a complete stop after I take the vitamins. I’ll take that as a sign they’re doing their job! I’m glad for the timing of my cycle because I won’t have it again for 3 weeks after the MM. I’m eating as healthy as I can & fitting the gym and/or other forms of exercise/stretching in daily. Continuing in preparations and wrapping up things with work. Last minute preparations will come this weekend. Trying not to psych myself out too badly. Updated on 4 Feb 2019: After thinking about, researching, & planning for years the day is finally here! I feel more optimistic & excited than nervous. At least for now. I've prepared & prepared & tried to think of everything! Last day in my current body shape. Fond farewell! Hoping for outstanding results!Updated on 7 Feb 2019: Arrived at the surgery center around 8 am. Was taken back to change into gown, socks, etc and give a pee sample. JOked with the nurse about the pregnancy test. She took me to a room with a heated chair and gave me meds.. stool softeners, and anti nausea. Then they brought my husband back where we sat for a while and chatted. Met with the anesthesiologist followed by Kuy to do measuring and marking. It was very comfortable. They were all relaxed and kind. Was taken into the surgery room where I laid down and the anesthesiologist made a few pokes to try to find my vein. It was then I freaked a little and said maybe I dont want to do this (as if they would let me leave then), the nurse held my hand.I was out faster than I can remember. Tehn they were waking me up, I was not fully awake but fought myself to get up and do as they told me.. walk to the bathroom, try to go, walk back, get dressed, get in wheelchair. I did it all to go home but was still in a sleepy fog. I remember running into the patient coordinator and saying I was hungry. She gave me crackers which I tried to eat on the way home to take my meds. I was everely dehydrated for a good 12-24 hours after. I am still bouncing back from the dehydration. I couldnt pee, it had been 12 hours since the last time & Kuy had called my husband and said it was the pain meds. The first few times burned- probably from the catheter. It is much easier now. I was really cold throuought the night and threw up several times. I have never had anesthesia, it was all new to me. When the meds they had given me during surgery wore off the next day I was SO sore. I felt like I had been kicked by a horse or did 500 situps. He did the muscle repair and I have 2 drains & 2 pain pump inserts. It's a lot to navigate and I couldnt do it without my husband. One drain bothers me badly but barely drains anything, I hope this one comes out today. The back pain has started, it will be nice to move around today maybe. I live off of juice boxes and gatorade.When I am not up and walking I lay with both my bra and binder open. This helps a lot. No BM yet but I felt them 'wake up' so should be soon. Dropped the drains a few times- surprisingly didnt hurt like you think it would. Kuy & staff sent me flowers. Such a nice gesture. I absolutley LOVE my boobs.. havent seen enough of my belly to tell yet.Updated on 8 Feb 2019: Went to my post op yesterday, everything looks good, all dressings removed. There's waterproof tape on still but it feels more vulnerable without the dressings. Getting used to the sensitivity of having the incisions freed. Kuy described how to remove the pain pumps to my husband, there was still some left at the time of appt. I could tell when it ran out through the night, a definite change in pain management though I've gotten used to it now. No BM yet, working on it. Appetite is better but I still eat light, smoothies, jello, etc. The drains are producing less, I will probably get them out Monday or Tuesday, he said to call when theyre under a certain amount in 12 or 24 hrs. My husband is keeping up with all of it. He removed the pain pumps this morning, the peeling of the tape was worse than the pump(s) removal but I was emotional and freaked out by it nonetheless. Definitely better with 2 less wires to keep up with, 2 down 2 to go. Without the pain inserts I can now wear a cotton tank under my binder which is a tremendous relief to the sensitivity of the skin and incisions. Kuy says I can now shower. Will see about that one and how that might go. I will post incision pics soon.Updated on 10 Feb 2019: On day 5 after the MM, it's a slow but sure uphill climb from the day of. I'm back to the vitamin regimen they suggested. Trying to now take half of the pain meds in each dose. I've entered what has been defined as swell hell. Had a major BM this morning, really wish I had bought suppositories, it was pretty traumatic. Finally had my first shower, it was wonderful. My husband has been and is such an amazing help. Sometimes I get emotional and cry. I feel like my breasts are still huge! But may be swollen, they do stand at attention and that's good. Have a few blisters from the tape. I hope I'm not a D cup, they just look so big still! Husband loves them lol Photo is at 4 days.. plenty of bruising and swelling. Theres tape on the incisions that is barely seen. Pretty over the drains, called Kuy yesterday asking if we could pull one hahah, of course not but apparently I thought it was worth a try. He reminded me I don't want a seroma and he's right! Whatd'ya know. It's amazing the trust we place in doctors. I'm SO glad I chose him.Updated on 13 Feb 2019: Gaining independence more and more each day. Had one drain removed & a few belly button stitches.. was no problem at all! Definitely not as bad as I thought it would be. I have bouts of high levels of overall 'discomfort'.I was able to shower myself & do small tasks, clean, prep a small meal, etc. No driving yet. I continue the arnica/bromelain/vitamedica regimen daily. This helps tremendously I believe. Still sleeping in a recliner. Still sticking to a regimented pain relief routine even through the night. I sure can't wait to get the last drain removed but it is not ready yet.Updated on 13 Feb 2019: Gaining independence more and more each day. Had one drain removed & a few belly button stitches.. was no problem at all! Definitely not as bad as I thought it would be. I have bouts of high levels of overall 'discomfort'.I was able to shower myself & do small tasks, clean, prep a small meal, etc. No driving yet. I continue the arnica/bromelain/vitamedica regimen daily. This helps tremendously I believe. Still sleeping in a recliner. Still sticking to a regimented pain relief routine even through the night. I sure can't wait to get the last drain removed but it is not ready yet.Updated on 17 Feb 2019: Almost 2 weeks pot op. I can do more & more each day- slowly gaining independence. However my left side of incision swelled last night worse than it ever has so I’m stepping back (or at least trying) in the amount of physical activity. Hopefully his will help because I was doing awesome so far with only average amounts of swelling. Maybe it’s period bloat (a week out however) but with my emotions set on bipolar mode I panicked a little last night. These meltdowns happen daily at least. I hear it comes with the territory. I have an appt tomorrow to get the drain removed because it seemed to be trending toward being low enough by Monday to do so. However with me new set back & it’s steady amount of output this is looking unlikely. That also takes the wind out of my sails because it’s becoming the bane of my existence. Aside from all of these complaints I have to count all the good because it can always be worse! Now onto photos..Updated on 21 Feb 2019: Finally free of all drains and bellybutton stitches. Now battling the swelling. It moves around every day. Kuy said this is normal. I am able to go longer stretches without ibuprofen or Tylenol. I could probably go even longer than I do but I’m a big baby. Sometimes my skin is hyper sensitive, sometimes on my abdomen it feels like it is trying to stretch out so I apply neosporin and bio oil mixture 2 x a day in order to avoid new stretch marks. I ditched the surgery bra and binder pretty early on. I wear compression tank with built-in bra that I purchased at target that I much more comfortable. I go without it at night but wear a bralette always. I have stopped all prescription meds completely, and started bromelain again that I purchased at vitamin shoppe for the swelling. I love my new forming figure! I can do more and a much more independent but I noticed that I get tired by noon and have to stop and rest a little bit. I won’t see the doctor again for four weeks, and was instructed to leave the waterproof tape on the incisions as long as possible. Updated on 26 Feb 2019: Things are coming along smoothly. I can sleep in bed but switch to the recliner if needed. I only have one spot currently without the tape & the incision looks good so far. I have more stamina everyday. I think I may have a small seroma & see the dr in 2 days to check. If it isn’t it is just major swelling. Other than that everything is status quo. Updated on 1 Mar 2019: My suspicions were correct. Had a small seroma aspirated yesterday. Got 30 cc’s out; much better profile & feeling! Got a bit light headed when I happened to glance down as he was doing it, only because I’m squeamish! Other than that I didn’t feel a thing. Kuy injected a steroid after. Crossing my fingers it doesn’t return. Hoping for all uphill & forward healing from here on! More often than not I’ve had doctors not listen to what I’m saying about he body I live in daily! This is not the case with Kuy- & his bedside manners are unparalleled. So thankful for deciding to choose him.Updated on 5 Mar 2019: Finally turning a corner to see that light at the end of the tunnel. Swelling is tremendously improved from last week, still watching for seroma reformation. Energy levels & stamina are much improved & I can do just about everything I did before surgery. Finally got a pair of jeans to button though I didn’t wear them. Still in stretchy leggings most of the time. Still taking Tylenol daily. Updated on 15 Mar 2019: Well it finally happened, my skin started to reject the tape that was administered on surgery day circa 5.5 weeks ago. I thought it was itching due to healing but found red & irritated bumps around my nipples when I went to shower. Most of he tape was barely hanging on anyone. I was given the green light to remove ALL of it. How freeing! I was mentally & physically ready. Updated on 15 Mar 2019: Skin finally rejected the tape administered on surgery day at close to 6 weeks post. Adding photos that didn’t go they on previous update for some reason. Updated on 16 Mar 2019: I’ve had 2 1 hour long sessions so far. I don’t see a huge difference the first time but definitely see a difference the 2nd time. She was much more aggressive this time. I’m glad to see results because the sessions are not cheap! Going to break it up into 2 half hour sessions next week. Updated on 2 Apr 2019: My energy is back to what it was prior to surgery, maybe even better! I no longer get tired quickly. My body dynamics are completely different. I battled back pain for a decade and no longer do. I train once a week in the gym with a trainer but try to remain physically consistent on my own as well. I still do not have sensation to my belly button or center lower abdomen. I’ve started various scar treatments. All is good, so happy to be healthy on the other side! Updated on 10 Apr 2019: Nine weeks postop and doing well. Still some swelling near the bikini line incision. Adding some photos with clothing!Updated on 30 Apr 2019: At 3 months post I am stronger than ever! I work with a trainer 30 minutes once a week for 4 weeks now, and fit in regular cardio on my own. I was able to plank for 30 seconds straight on Ab day but don't suggest that as I'm not sure it was a smart move! I was sore for a week straight & had what looked like broken capillaries on my stomach. Doing regular scar treatment though I mix it up. They're still red but the redness varies. One of my nipples stretched out! I think the other has too a little but not to the circumference of the other. Maybe that's when all the stitches dissolved. Then it started to also look like it was spitting a stitch but nothing ever came out. I still have minor redness at the bottom of my breasts & minor swelling at the center of tummy incision line. I got the app "MyFitnessPal" when I started with the trainer at the gym, I count my calories with it & since doing that in conjunction with working out I've lost 6-7 lbs in the last 3 weeks. About 13lbs away from my goal weight. The app helps me tremendously to not mindlessly snack & makes me make better food decisions. I enjoy whatever I want but I stay within my calorie limits. I have yet to buy a bikini! But I have purchased a ton of crop tops and new jeans! My favorite go to nowadays.Updated on 16 Aug 2019: Not too much to report at 6 months post op. I’ve lost 15 pounds out of my goal of 20. I attribute this about 85% to counting calories with the MyFitnessPal app. Still working with a trainer once a week. Down from a size 10 pants into a size 6! Feels wonderful! Had my six month post up follow up with Dr. Kuy, May end up doing a few minor revisions. One being a little Lipo right above the incision line, and a little tiny revision to a small dog ear. I did develop something called Mondor’s cord, Just a swollen vein how long my abdomen. Maybe from working out, and extended vertically from my left breast down. Slightly painful but went away on its own in about 4 to 5 weeks. Definitely a very weird sight to see. I’ll try to find a photo and post it. All in all I couldn’t be happier with the results, they have exceeded my expectations. Updated on 22 Dec 2019: 2 month away from being one year post. Just having more fun with it every day & loving my newly forming figure
on the photograph that you posted a scar is not well visible for the scar reason alone I would not suggest revision surgery. There is residual redundant skin but by removing more skin it would alter your ethnic appearance. so unless you like the westernized look I would not suggest additional surgery .
You are an excellent candidate for breast augmentation. I would suggest silicone implants and you do not need a breast lift. The best way to determine a good implant fit is to measure the base with of your breast during the exam.Based on the picture you sent me I would anticipate that you that 400 mL implant would look unnatural because it is too large for your frame. If you don’t mind a round a look you could settle on an extra high profile implants that would better accommodate your narrow chest in the larger sizes.
I agree with the other surgeons that you have formed a suture abscess at those incision sites. Typically they resolve with no problems but I recommend you visit your surgeon frequently so he can keep a close eye on these areas and possibly perform the cleansing for you. I also noticed on the photograph that you have a rash formed on the left side. I would recommend you do not apply same kind of tape again and possibly just leave the suture line open to air.
to have a secondary facelift after 10 years is quite common because most facelift provide a good correction between seven and 15 years. If the secondary facelift is done correctly one can still achieve a very natural not over pulled result. However in your particular case , being still very young and having minimal signs of aging in the chin jowl area I would recommend you to consider non-surgical treatment ? My favorite filler is autologous fat and in can take be grafted around your chin and jaw area.
I believe I still see some bruising or dyschromia on the photographs at this site were fat harvesting was performed . If you plan to corrective surgery I would wait until six months from your recent fat transfer operation. Then a combination of additional fat removal with liposuction at the periphery of the defects and placing fat graft into the defects will have the best possible chance to correct your problem.
