After losing weight, I lost a lot of my “perkiness” in my breast and really wanted a boob job. My mom, both sisters and all my friends started getting them. I finally made a consultation and was bummed when I learned I needed a lift also, but he was amazing. Answered all my questions and made me feel at ease through out the whole process. About 1 week post opp. And I’m super happy with my results. I’m so glad I went through with getting it done. Breast lift with 280CC implants!
Ok. So the count down is less than 24 hours and I am extremely nervous and really hope that the liposuction on abdomen and hip rolls pays off. I have always been fit because I eat healthy on a regular basis as well as exercise. I have run and danced 5-6 times a week and kept my slim figure even after my baby was born in 2001. It wasn't until 2012-2013 that 40 lbs seemed to appear overnight. People asked how many months pregnant I was, to "Put those Pizza's down, Girl" which really infuriated me because after the noticed weight gain, I went to a nutritionist, switched up my exercise program to add Zumba, Cross fit, weight lift and swimming and still not losing weight. I really want my bikini beach body back but after 4 years of diet and exercise coupled with every kind of supplement for weight loss, I have been unsuccessful at achieving my goals. I also went to gastrointestinal doctors and my OB GYN. While ultrasounds showed fluid build up and cysts, my OB GYN insisted that they would disappear on their own and were not a cause of my excessive weight gain. I have had many blood and thyroid test and have decided to have liposuction surgery as my last resort to get rid of this excessive, unwanted, and unwelcome weight gain. I will post before and after pics and really look forward to seeing results of my diet and exercise regime. Tomorrow morning is the BIG day........... Updated on 6 Jun 2016: Exercise has not gotten me anywhere in 4 years, let's see if lipo can. Despite rigorous diet and exercise I have only gained 40 lbs in 1 year instead of lost it. I am so desperate to be thin again I'd rather get cosmetic surgery than to be overweight the rest of my life. Sharing my before pics and scheduled for abdominal lipo tomorrow morning. I am scared but more scared if i don't get trim again. Updated on 6 Jun 2016: OK today is the day I melt the fat away-hopefully... Scared to death of elective surgery yet more scared to keep this excess weight on. Only a few hours to go. I have already used the hibiscus scrub which is recommended to shower with the night before and morning of, my aftercare pills and supplies are laid out, I have a bunch of pillows ready to go on my bed for when I get home, I have Vitamin C pills, Arnica, etc. I have not had any thing to eat or drink after midnight so am looking forward to a morning coffee tomorrow since I will not be able to have one today - the anxiety is up but I will post post surgery pics during my recovery.... Updated on 8 Jun 2016: I arrived at the Cy-Fair Surgery center tired, thirsty and nervous. The entire surgery center was clean and modern. The entire staff from reception and check in to the nurses taking my vitals and the nurse and anesthesiologist who were with me and my doctor were very kind and informative. They explained what they were doing when they were drawing blood as well as walked me through what was to happen during my surgery. My sister drove me and they were kind to her and her son as well. When we got into the operating room, it was very cold and they offered me a warm blanket. In the OR, both the anesthesiologist as well as my nurse helped me onto the gurney and explained the different pain medicine which would be going through my body while the doctor operated. I quickly conked out and waking up was a smoother transition than my previous hernia surgery. I did not feel as I was choking not coughing when I woke up. They nurse told me that she explained post op care to my sister and wheeled me to my sister's car and helped me get in. After my sister got me home, I pretty much slept well until 10 pm where I got up every few hours to walk around. This my first day after surgery and I was in a lot of pain. Felt worse than the day I got home because I suppose the pain medicine which was given to me was a lot stronger than the medicine I had at home. Getting out of bed to use the restroom was extremely painful and difficult. And so was getting back into bed. I have been drinking a lot of water, apple juice and orange juice as well as ate tomato soup for lunch and had some pudding. I had my first bowel movement which was an extremely painful process. With the bathroom experience my compression got a little messy so my boyfriend helped me remove and wash the garment and helped me to take a shower. I feel much more refreshed and not as much pain right now because I took another pain killer. I really hope that tomorrow is a lot easier getting in and out of bed. I have pictures without the compression garment second day out of surgery. Updated on 8 Jun 2016: OK so today was a little easier to get in and out of bed. Feeling less groggy and was actually able to take a 30 minute walk outside- (slow but consistent for 30 minutes). I noticed some bruising today and feel a little more swollen than yesterday but going to the restroom has been a lot easier. I have been out of bed the most of today and reduced times I have taken pain medication. I hope everyone else who has had liposuction is having good results. I will share some Day 3 Post Op pics. Updated on 9 Jun 2016: OK so it has been a great day. Got my 30 minute walk in and even had the energy to attend my brother in laws birthday celebration. I can only hope my body continues to work with me and heal and take great shape. One concern of mine is the line on my stomach-not sure if it is enhanced from the mesh that was put in to repair my hernia last year but will ask my doctor on my follow up visit. Hope everyone who has elective surgery has a good recovery and I've got more pics to post... Updated on 10 Jun 2016: Awesome day- I can stand up straight even while wearing my compression garment. I have walked 3 miles- slow but steady and feel great. I am not posting pics today because there is no change that I can tell from yesterday. My advise to anyone who wants to get elective cosmetic surgery is to read other people's experiences and absorb what has worked for them and their healing. For bruising on my stomach and thighs I have used Arnica gel. I have been drinking smoothies and chamomile tea and for the last 3 days getting at least 30 minutes of walking in. I have also increased my water intake. Good Luck everyone! Updated on 13 Jun 2016: It has been 1 week since I arrived at the Surgery Center scared to go through with the surgery. As I have previously stated, despite rigorous diet and exercise these past 4 years, coupled with other health issues, I have not been able to take off 40 pounds of extra weight that seemed to have appeared out of no where one night between mid 2012-2013. Feeling quite confident in Dr. Davila's capabilities to transform my body to what it once was four years earlier, (into my slim and toned abdomen and thighs, I decided to go ahead with the liposuction surgery as a last resort to feel myself again). I had a rough weekend where my body swelled more than usual and was extremely sore but today I woke up refreshed and less sore and swollen. While i still have bruising, it is diminishing and I hope to see amazing results in the near future. I am posting pics from today-Exactly 1 week after my surgery. Updated on 14 Jun 2016: Yesterday I called my PS because I have been worried about the crease under my belly and he told me to stop wearing my compression garment. (From day 1 I have been drinking fluids and smoothies mostly including pineapple juice to decrease swelling). Yes to stop wearing it altogether. I told him that I was following instructions and want the best results by wearing a compression garment but he said that the garment was indenting my skin and to stop wearing it before my crease worsens. So I took it off after our phone conversation and have a post op consultation in his office tomorrow. I am also concerned because my stomach seems more protruded than before and the side view looks lopsided today. I am hoping all of this gets better and my appearance takes beautiful and slim while toned shape soon. Any suggestions? Updated on 16 Jun 2016: Yesterday I had my follow up visit with my plastic surgeon and showed him the line/crease under my belly button. He confirmed that it was caused my wearing my compression garment and the garment causing a crease while I was sitting. He advised me to continue drinking lots of water and pineapple juice as well as continue to exercise. Also, he said to massage the line every day and by next week suggested that I get a deep tissue massage. Not much differentiation in pics.
I've always been self concious about my pancake butt, So I took my flat little pancake butt and got a bbl back in 2010 I was happy at first and i did get some results I mean I had to be realistic Iam never gonna have a Kim k body but I just wanted some I can at least so feel good in my jeans. The recovery wasn't bad I didn't have much pain or anything like that I just hated that I couldn't sit for a while. I did everything the doc said I just wasn't to happy with my stomach I feel like If I would of had more fat taken out of my stomach I would look better Most of my fat is gone now I've been running so I guess I lost most of it, now I want smaller waist and more butt.
Dr. Davila and his staff are amazing. I had a Breast augmentation procedure with Dr. Davila and I loved my results. No matter how many questions I had Dr. Davila and his staff were very patient, kind and informative. I will definitely be referring patients to Dr. Davila. Thank you Dr.Davila for helping me look and feel better about myself.
Ok, less than 3 months to go. I have scheduled my surgery for Nov. the 19th. I have been looking everywhere for reviews, videos and info about the procedure. I am on Jenny Craig to lose my extra 30 pounds and get ready - 6lbs down and 24 to go! My mother had this done about 13 years ago and says, of all her many operations, it was her most painful procedure by far. I recall her laying in bed, moaning and crying out in pain for days. She told me I need to prepare for the worst pain of my life and I'm terrified. I asked my doctor about pain management and he said he will either give a pain pump OR pain meds but not both. He is not the doc who did my mothers but the doctor was his predecessor. I am so anxious I have considered canceling the whole thing, though I have already paid the doc for my procedure. I want so badly to get rid of my "apron" as the doc calls it. I call it my Kangaroo Momma Pouch bc I got it when I was prego.I could see it hanging down when I was at 9months. I remember, about a month after giving birth, walking by a mirror in my undies and seeing the horrific pile of flesh that not only protruded but hung well over my panty line. It is so grotesque. I have cried and begged my husband to help me pay for the procedure. I lovemy doc, who fixed my damaged breast implant and performed a mastopexy. I won't change docs but I will call n price an overnight hospital room since he says I have to come to his office the day after surgery and I don't think I can do it. I am trying to build my confidence and go through with this. I have a low pain tolerance and fear the worst but I'm willing to take the leap of faith required- I just choose not to take it blindly. Here's to having the guts to remove my gut and to counting down the days till my exciting transformation! I will update soon!Updated on 19 Sep 2012:Ok, so exactly 2 months to go-Nov 19th, ready or not...I've made travel arrangements, found an electric recliner to rent from Rent-A-Center, and my mom is scheduled to take off work the whole week to take care of me- bless her! I'm down 17lbs from Jenny Craig (after a month and half) and hoping to lose another 15-20 before the date. My surgery center quoted me the price for a pain pump at $300, which made my day, and I feel comfortable, after reading so many reviews and seeing pics on here that I know this really is what I want to do. I'm starting to get excited about it and so thrilled to think what I will look like when it's all said and done. I wonder if I will drop a size or two? He is doing lipo to my waist and hips too so I am dreaming about wearing a size 8 ( and eating a giant piece of pizza from Pizza Hut lol- I love you Jenny but I can dream! Lol). I was a size 16 when I first saw him to discuss the surgery. He told me I didn't have to lose anything, only that I needed to be at a stable weight and happy with where I was, which was great to hear. But I want to make the most of this and not have a cute belly n a massive butt! So I'm in a 14 now....hopefully can get to a 12 by surgery day n he can take care of the rest...?? I know I've got 2 sizes of baby belly on me! So here's to another 20lbs down the drain and a new wardrobe for Xmas (crossing fingers)!!Updated on 22 Oct 2012:One month to go- its feels surreal now and I'm pinching pennies to pay the surgery center. I was told it would take 5 hours so my fees are high but I'm doing this! I need to! I read a lot of reviews saying women don't tell other people about their tummy tucks and I thought, why not share something you're excited about!? But people do act strange about it. They change the subject, get really quiet and don't say anything or say something judgemental. I've only had 2 people who were actually happy for me. I just find that sad, that people are so narrow minded that they can't be happy for you when you are so excited. One lady from my old job told me "Well, you will just gain weight again and have to have another one later. Your poor husband has to pay for all your superficial junk." I paid for this myself! And so, I've been feeling down, slipped off my diet but I'm trying to get back on it. I went in and talked to my doctor about the implants I got in June and he didn't even know who I was or that I had already paid him $5,000 for my TT surgery. I'm second guessing myself about changing doctors- I need to get excited again! People always try to bring you down- I just have to rise above it! So, I'm getting the house straight, getting my 7 year old prepared to stay with dad while I'm gone (Oh Lord! Who will make sure she brushes her hair and dresses cute for school? I will need to lay her clothes out for the week I'm gone). She will be with me the week of Thanksgiving, then back home w dad while I spend another week in Houston w my mom. I will miss my baby! I've never been without her a whole week! But she will be fine and I need up do this. She told me "Mom, I don't care what you look like, I just don't want you to hurt." It was so sweet! I hope to fly into Houston. It's only a 3 hour drive but I don't want to drive 3 hours back home after when I'm sore. So, lets do this! I want to lose 5-10 more pounds and get all the supplies on my list. And NO ONE else is bringing me down- I really want this! It will be amazing! And my sister doesn't believe I'll be able to wear a 2 piece next summer! I haven't been in one since I was 16, and I had a little belly even then! So, I'm going to show her! I can't wait!!Updated on 9 Nov 2012:So, my pre-op was Monday and I spent an hour and a half talking to the patient coordinator, who had a tummy tuck with my doctor two years ago, so she knew everything about it. I thought I would be nervous wearing those little paper bra and panties but I was proud of my weight loss and when I looked at my reflection I thought, OK, we can work with this! I felt so much better after talking to her- she was so comforting! And her belly looks so great. I asked her if I would go down a size and of course she said it depends on how big your belly is, where you wear your clothes, etc. I asked if she ant down a size- she said she went from a 16 to a 10!! And I was told to wait 6 months before buying new clothes, so that should give me a bit more time to get down to the size I want to be. I cleaned out my closet this week- goodbye size 16!!! I have four bags of clothes that I'm giving away. I pulled out my pre-pregnancy 12s and could wear several of them, including my honeymoon dress! Yay!! I have caught myself slipping with the dieting though- I know I'm a stress eater and I'm getting nervous! So, I'm going to fly down there next weekend, even though its a 3 hour drive because I want to fly home after my two weeks. I'm afraid to drive that long at two weeks post op, so ill fly the 30 min flight home. My daughter will end up missing 3 days of school, so I have a teacher conference next week to get her work. I've started packing and made myself a list of shopping list for CVS. My daughter is 7 and very excited about her first plane ride. I'm ready to do this- it's going to be worth it, I just know it! I'm glad I ordered a pain pump since my doc lowered my pain pills from 500 to 375 mg. I protested when I heard that but I'm sure with my mom's help, I can manage. I'm actually most nervous about her having to help me in the restroom- ahhhh! It could be embarrassing!! But it will be worth it!! Lets do this!!! I watched some YouTube videos and found a woman on there who videoed her entire experience, before, right after surgery, the moment she first saw her belly- she cried when she saw it! I cried watching it! I'm ready as ill ever be- ready for that moment of euphoria, of utter surprise and elation. I participate in community theatre and we just finished Steel Magnolias, so, in the words of Truvy, "Laughter through tears is my favorite emotion". It's my turn!!Updated on 18 Nov 2012:Ok, all my plans are made. Got all my scripts filled, got into Houston last night and my wonderful friend is coming to help take care of my daughter bc my grandma is sick. I know I will be so happy after this is all over but for now I'm on pins and needles, so scared of the pain I keep hearing about, but my mom has gone through it and is a nurse so I'm in her hands now. We go in at 6:30 tomorrow, surgery at 7:30am. She says I will hate her bc she will make me get up and walk around a lot. Good ole mom, glad she has always pushed me to be my best. My friend asked me if I was going to have a funeral for my belly and say "Goodbye, I won't miss you!" I laughed and thought, I will probably video myself before to remind myself why I did it! My mom has two friends at work that want to see my before and afters- they are excited for me. I will see my daughter the evening on PO day 2, so I hope I'm OK enough to tell her that mommy will be alright. She knows what is happening- I have been wanting it for so long. She gave me a penny for the wishing well a year ago and now my wish is coming true! I feel like the luckiest girl in the world! I'm sure tomorrow I won't feel that way, but after I'm well, I know I will be overjoyed!! So, wish good thoughts for me bc I feel like I'm about to jump off a cliff and I hope I survive the fall!Updated on 19 Nov 2012:Hi all! I made it to the flat side and I can't wait to see what's under these wrappings! Holy cow, I looked at myself in the mirror and I've NEVER looked like this! Even all hunched over, I look hot! Heck ya! I was most worried about pain, and I keep laughing (could it be bc I'm drugged up? Lol) which hurts very deeply like a burning cramping but I know it's only temporary and I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me! Last night I went to the movies w my sister,who's my best friend, and we watched Breaking Dawn 2. Afterwards I realized- I'm just like Bella! She sacrificed herself for her child, them had to go through hell to save herself, and she was amazingly beautiful when it was all over. It was the perfect pre-surgery movie! I was under for 5 hours, he removed almost 5 pounds of just skin!! That's a lot of momma belly! And he did lipo to my waist n said he took off 1/2 pound. I asked my mom if she thinks I went down a size. She laughed sarcastically and said "uh, ya think?" I feel so lucky!! The worst part was the fear and anxiety and get this- y'all will not believe this- they FORGOT to put in my pain pump!! So, I don't have one! I was upset when I heard that, but it all worked out. I'm getting my money back for it n my pain is manageable. I've never even had a C section. The pain was actually worse for my breast lift- this is just a larger area and I don't work out every day, so anyone can do this! My nurse told me not to cry as I was getting hooked up to the machines before I went in this morning. She said she wants a TT from him too and is getting it next year! If the nurse loves him after seeing all his work, I'm sure Ill be satisfied! I'm going to add a shirt covered pic for now but even w a shirt on, you can see a difference. He did the incision above my old belly button bc I was SO stretched out. Oh, can anyone tell me when I can start the whole marble thing for my belly button? After stitch removal? Ok, I'm going to finish my oatmeal. I've never been under so long and was starving when I woke up! I had a cup of oatmeal n chocolate pudding today. I'm eating my dinner now of more oatmeal- I find breakfast food very comforting. Ttyl all you lovely Bellas!!!!! The flat side is gonna be a BLAST!Updated on 20 Nov 2012:Well Bellas, I made it through the first night. I'll just say, I had none of the trouble peeing that some people have talked about on here- in fact I had to go quite a bit but it got me up walking around so that's good. I was trying not to laugh at myself walking all funny like a granny! And my compression garment has hook n eye closures like a bra, so that was hard unsnapping my butt when i cant see down there n Im all drugged up lol. I woke my poor mom up at 1:30am to go but that was the only time in the middle of the night. Got hungry again then n ate some crackers. I did have trouble sleeping- it was very off and on, an hour here an hour there but I have books and movies so its ok. I was afraid to take the Valium bc I didn't know if I could wake up when my alarm went off for my pain pill times. I set the alarm on my phone for every 4 hours so I haven't missed any. I'm on Hydrocodone which I took for my breast life and augmentation surgeries, so I knew it would work great for me- no nausea at all here, just hunger. What is up with that?? Lol guess my body is looking for its big belly! Ha! I had a short dream during one of my naps. I dreamed that all of my dreams for my life had come true. I woke up and kept that overjoyed feeling bc I really feel this operation is a dream come true. It's worth it, SO worth it. My hubby is coming next week when he gets off his shift and boy will he get a surprise! He will love it, I'm positive! I'm not going to send him any pics- I want to see the look on his face! Post op appt today at 3:30. I hope they aren't taking this body suit binder off but they probably will- that will be unpleasant I'm sure but I will get my wonderful mom to take a pic so y'all can see my Bella Belly!! Ttyl!Updated on 20 Nov 2012:OK, went to the doc at 3:30. It was exhausting, but they took the itchy tape off my waist and I got to see my new navel in all it's glory! It looks swollen, and I was told it is so I will see more results later on. The nurse changed out my steri strips and gave me extra bandages to take home so I can rewrap after my shower, which I can have Thursday. I'll be saying I'm thankful for showers on Thanksgiving! My compression garment is giving me heck when I unsnap n resnap to go potty, but having to go presses on my belly n it hurts so I go as soon as I can. My mom is WONDERFUL and she has been cooking for me and helping me dress and clean up. She even gave me a sponge bath tonight bc I was hurting n feeling nauseous. My daughter came by to see me and ran in here saying Mom are you OK? She is so precious. I am so blessed this Thanksgiving to have my wonderful family.Updated on 21 Nov 2012:OK, so I've almost made it through the dreaded first three days. Today has been harsh- I'll admit, it's the first time I cried. My left drain hose gets tangled around the tape n keeps pinching me. I have to tell myself, this will be over soon n it's all worth it! I'm trying to go #2, and have taken some Ducalox, Colace and Milk of Magnesia. It's my goal tonight, sad as that may be! I get my drains emptied every few hours. I messaged my sister and told her I was a gassy cow who keeps getting milked!! LOL then I laughed really hard n it hurt like mad! Now I'm a mad cow! Ha! Yes, I'm a little stir crazy- I've weaned myself off scripted pain meds so special agent #2 and I can rendezvous. Hopefully soon. As in tonight. And I've taken off my compression garment to wash it (we kinda had a little accident- it's embarrassing). So I'm feeling commando and I'm drinking coffee to move things forward. So lets make it to Thanksgiving in one piece! And I'm allowed to wash my hair tomorrow. This dry shampoo is not really drying anymore. Baby steps! Lets do this!!Updated on 22 Nov 2012:PO Day 3- Well hallelujah! I met #2, after much strife and strain (sorry, but it's true) and I got my shower, all before 11:00am so I had a good Thanksgiving, considering I had the buffet brought to me! Oh, and I can get up and go to the restroom alone w my cane- yay!! My aunt told me I look great and my sister promised to come back over later n bring Magic Mike to cheer me up! So, I'll try not to miss my annual Black Friday shopping. I'm pretty hardcore into it and I haven't missed since the year I had my daughter, but this is better than anything out there on sale! My daughter is back w me tonight and we are going to color, play cards, and watch cartoons to close out my Thanksgiving. I have SO much to be thankful for!! Happy healing to all you beautiful Bellas out there!Updated on 24 Nov 2012:Hi there, hope everyone who went under is doing well. I'm on day 5 and am able to get around better, almost stand up completely straight and almost off pain meds. I took one this morning when I woke up but it made me feel kinda quesey and I wasn't really hurting, so I think Ibuprofen will keep me good now. I took another shower yesterday and it gets easier every time. My friend came over to visit me and said my belly looked good. She saw me hobbling w my cane and asked if it was worth it. I told her to ask me later lol. I have trouble talking or breathing deeply when I'm on my feet. It's only temporary, that's what I keep saying. My husband will see me next Wed, so I hope my drains are out n I'm walking tall by then. :) He's the type that doesn't understand or appreciate physical weakness, so I'm glad good ole moms has me for another week. I just took another shower- it makes me exhausted! I feel like an old lady! But it was easier than yesterday, so baby steps...my gma brought a clothing catalogue over n we were looking at new outfits- that was encouraging. I like the thought of all the things I will be ablUpdated on 25 Nov 2012:Day 6 and I can get around without the cane n stand up straight! Each day is so much better than the previous one! I did cough last night while my mom was burning popcorn and it surprised me bc it happened so fast n hurt so deeply! I cried n hugged a pillow n it eventually stopped. I didn't get time to brace myself. Woooo, it was a deep cramping of what felt like layers of muscle. Lets hope that doesn't happen again soon. So, I got brave n went into the bathroom, pulled down my compression garment n measured my waist- yeah right! Even w the drainage tubes, I'm 4 inches bigger around than I was n I had lipo on my waist. :( A 37'' waist in NOT what I was shooting for. I keep telling myself to be patient- the nurse said to wait 6 months n then measure n buy clothes. Does it really swell that much- several inches? I've just been snacking during the day, no big meals. I don't want to get on the scale for fear of what it will say. I wish I could walk around the block! That always makes me feel better when I feel fat. Well, maybe in a couple if weeks. Patience is not one of my better virtues lol. But feeling more mobile does make me happier, so here's to being patient n waiting for my final results.Updated on 1 Dec 2012:Ok guys, I made it almost two weeks. I've been getting restless, feeling like a caged bird so I have ventured out a bit, which caused me both incredible exhaustion and momentary bliss. I went to the movies w my sister Friday night, the only hard part being the inability to carry my soda and the long trek to theatre 13 at the other end of the hall, and I got rolled around the mall by my friend this afternoon. I tell you what, I'm never one to sit around the house, so it was like a prisoner seeing the sunlight after way too long in the darkness. And I've never sat in a wheelchair that long. It was uncomfortable, feeling so openly vulnerable but better than staying home! I plan on venturing out in the chair again tomorrow- hope I'm not pushing myself too hard. I started my diuretic pills two days ago. Talk about thirsty! My toungue tasted like a ball of salt and I peed every hour- i couldnt even sleep. Afterwards I broke them in half, but I did look slimmer. I got excited and took out the tape measure buuuut, no go. Still huge waisted. I'm impatient. But I did get my drains out- one last Tuesday and the other on Friday after my drama at 5am Friday morning. I woke up all wet and saw (brace yourselves, this is pg-13!) pink liquid ooze all down my legs, on the sheets, everywhere! Ugh! Turns out my tube was hanging on by one stitch and I rolled on it in my sleep, dislodging it internally. Well, good morning sunshine, have a drain slushy! Sorry, that was gross but so true! I have also been getting dark blisters from the tape used to hold my bandages on. I have 3 now, but this too shall pass. Got my belly button stitches out- couldn't feel that n the drain tube removal just felt like an awkward tugging for a second, no biggie. I've put antibiotic ointment on my BB for two days bc it got a little yellowish but she looks good now! That cream they gave me to increase circulation made it tingle though. So, overall I'm doing good and feeling like I kind of look good but am definitely planning on going back to Jenny after Xmas so I can get new clothes for my Bday in March. That will be almost 4 months PO. I'm hoping I will be decently unswollen by then. I understand the women who have talked about PO depression now- this restlessness sets in n you feel like you are puffy ( I call it my Puff the Magic Dragon phase) n helpless. It IS frustrating but I feel a little better knowing the meds I take daily combat depression so I can manage. Focusing on Xmas now and going back to good ole New Braunfels tomorrow! I've been in Houston this whole time. Staying w your mom when you are an adult can be tiring! Anyway, my doc said the only issue I may have before my next PO appt at 3 weeks is the bloating. He said water gets trapped between the muscle and skin and can't drain out n if I get tight n my belly jiggles that I need to be drained. Has anyone here done that? They said I get local anesthetic in a selected location on my abdomen and he uses a fat needle to suck out all the fluid. Sounds like a party- count me in! Ha! Well I'm crossing my fingers that Fat Needle and I don't meet- I don't think we would get along....hope everyone in the trenches with me is going strong n doing well! We will look hot by summer for sure!Updated on 1 Dec 2012:Oh! I forgot to tell y'all- my husband came up last week to get my daughter n saw his "new" wife. He's not the happy huggy type, he's more analytical, so I didn't know how he would react. He was shocked! He kept staring at me and saying I looked like a different person, almost like when we first met 11yrs ago. He didn't smile, he's not quick to react-he wrinkled his face like he was processing everything, then started being all sweet, bought my lunch and called me Baby, which he hasn't done in years. I asked him if I looked good n he said yes and that he really wants to see it under all those bandages. I know that look- he's worried some other guy will try to take me now! He gets jealous, it's silly, so he will be extra sweet and generous to me, which is nice. I hope he likes it even w my big scar. I told him I'm still swollen. Wait until I get into a bikini this summer! He will not know what to do! LolUpdated on 2 Feb 2013:Hi all! I'm back! I've been waiting for my swelling to go down to see what size I can wear. Trying on clothes is SO fun now! This procedure has officially changed my life. This is weird, but the first month after I did this, around Christmas, I actually started having an identity crisis because I looked in the mirror and didnt see the fat teacher who wore all black anymore. I was a little freaked out trying to decide what style of clothing would define me. I pulled out a bunch of my old pre-baby college clothes but I've had implants and aged since then and they weren't "me" anymore, so I've spent a lot of time looking at clothing and deciding what I want to wear when I'm ready to buy new clothes. For now I'm still in my yoga pants. I want to lose another 20 pounds before I buy all new clothes, so I joined a gym last month and have been trying hard to stay on my diet. I've lost 5lbs so far, so it's getting there. I tried on my size 10 jeans and I'm an inch away from buttoning them up. I also have a small problem with my lipoed waist puffing out on the sides. I was told this is due to my bra? and the fat from my back. I think it's bc I probably should have lost more weight before surgery, but I did what I could! Two people told me I need my back lipoed now to get rid of the puffy sides, so maybe....but I'm trying now to shrink my butt with the elliptical bc I think it's what's keeping me from wearing those size 10s. I can wear 11/12s now and my Express dress pants from college look freakin hot on me! I bought new shoes and panties (mediums-yesss!) to appease my desire for new clothes until I get into my old jeans again. The tummy tuck is not for weight loss but it's such a motivator...I'm now 40lbs lighter than I was in July and I saw my old co-workers at a funeral last month and they all said I looked amazing. I worked there 6 years and I feel like they never really knew me because this "new" me really was here inside me all the time. I remember how I looked in college- it used to make me sad but now I'm happy bc I had no breasts back then anyway and now I can wear different types of clothing. I did however, wear my favorite size 10 skirt to have dinner w the cast from Steel Magnolias, which we performed in October. They all were surprised too, just 3 weeks post op and five pounds lighter. It changed my attitude, my perception and my self confidence. I'm eating better, feeding my family healthier, exercising more and my husband told me he never imagined that one surgery could change so much. He's become particularly generous since the surgery and takes me out more and gives me shopping money without me even asking- guys are so visual! But I swear this has helped my marriage too. I never thought it would touch so many components of my life. Oh! And get this. I visited my old Jenny Craig lady and she told me she wanted a tummy tuck and the military would pay for 80% but she was scared- I told her I was too but it's not bad, nothing like childbirth at ALL and she should do it! I'm SO glad I didn't let my fears rule my life and keep me from this newfound happiness. If anyone is considering this surgery, they should know it's a life changer for the better and I would do it again 10 times to have this feeling of satisfaction when I look in the mirror and see my belly button. It surprises me at least once a day to see it there and know ITS MINE!!! It's the best gift, besides having a child, that I have ever given myself. Thank you to all the women on here for your stories, words of encouragement and emotional support- you have helped me more than you know and I would recommend this site to anyone having plastic surgery. Well, I have to go do my morning workout, so goodbye all and good luck with your future endeavors!
On August 5th, I had an apron tummy tuck with lipo and eyelid lift surgery. I was totally unprepared for the events that followed. Wish I had knowledge of Real Self before I went in. My surgery and recovery would have gone so much smoother. RealSelf is now my favorite site. Total amazement at my transformation. Would go thru it all over again! Hang in their everyone. It's worth it! Updated on 20 Feb 2011: I am now 7 1/2 weeks post-op. I wake up flat and beautiful but by noon the swelling starts especially if I've eaten and had something to drink. By mid-afternoon the swelling is more pronounced and by the time I get home from work 6pm, my belly button is flush with my tummy, almost invisible. Not much pain but very tight because the skin is being stretched. Palmers lotion twice a day is relieving the tightness somewhat but new stretch marks are forming. Massaging twice daily. No pockets of fluid rolling around, tenderness at the ends of the scar and across my hip bones. TT with Lipo is serious business but I expect to make a full recovery, just taking a little longer than expected. Some depression and lack of energy still by the end of the day. Starting to climb on my horse but just sitting there. Stomach muscles still feel a little weak. I guess being 60 just slows down the whole healing process. Haven't seen my PS since week 9. Don't feel the need. All this sound ok? Updated on 20 Feb 2011: Still swelling by days end after 7 1/2 months post-op. Guess 60 year olds take longer to heal. Updated on 20 Feb 2011: My bad! I am 7 1/2 months post-op.Updated on 21 Sep 2011:Tummy tuck one year one month ago and changes are still taking place! It has been one heck of a roller coaster ride filled with fear, doubt, second guessing, and regret at times. I wish to never go back to that loose, stretch marked stomach I once possessed. This has been a richly rewarding experience for me and will be for the majority of you too. Patience, patience! Maintain open communication with your pS and the ladies on Realself who are sharing this event with you. The moderators are very knowledgeable and supportive. This website truly helped me thru this. Good luck everyone.
I had Vaser Lipo done to hips and love handles on Wednesday, May 6th. I don't remember anything after getting the medicine to put me to sleep. I've been wearing my compression garment and only have some soreness that Advil can handle. I've taken the compression garment off and I can see results but too much swelling to tell what I'm really going to look like. The dr I used also did my tummy tuck last year and gave me a discount on the Vaser Lipo Updated on 12 Feb 2011: I'm actually going next Friday, Feb. 18th to have a touch-up to flanks and he is doing it for FREE! he is very nice and very good! Board certified and he's also a general surgeon so if u had problems he can handle that too
I personally had several surgeries that Dr Davila performed in 2011 and as of now I'm very happy with the job he did, and recently he re-did my breast augmentation because I wanted to get them to a bigger size. But if I have to get any other cosmetic surgery I will choose him again He is very professional as well his staff&, also the price is competitive. Thank You Doctor you did a great job.
Hello you guys I am a 34 year old mother of 4 and I finally want to do something for me ! I had the lap band 7 years ago and lost 120 but I gained 25 back and I am hoping to loose 15 to 20 before having my TT and BBL . I look ok with clothes on ...I still get hit on lol . But when the clothes come off is where you can see the problems. I have researched doctors in Mexico Dr.Pantoja ..Campos and Cardenas . I am leaning towards Dr. Pantoja because of what I have seen , his prompt response to emails and his staff. Please you guys take a look at my pics and let me know the following questions 1. What should my expectations should be ? Because I have lots of loose skin and I am a thick girl should I expect to get a flat Tummy and Big booty my first go around ? 2. I see alot of thick girls with loose skin or even regular sized girls going back for revisions of TT and BBL ..should I expect to not to be happy the first go around ? Updated on 30 Jun 2014: Just wanted to add more pics ..I do have a lil something something I am working with in the butt area so after my BBL I should be good. Updated on 7 Aug 2014: Hey guys I have been researching doctors near and far and I have decided to try and find a Dr. close to home. I live in Houston and I have begun having consultations with doctors here. I have found a doctor that I feel comfortable with here in Houston ..his name is Dr.David D. Davila . He has 2 reviews on here but many reviews and pics on his website. I like is TT line and I have not seen anything bad about him thus far. If I choose him I will move my surgery date up to October or November. I will let you guys know how the appointment goes and my decision. Oh also I have lost 6 pounds since I posted last ..I have 13 to 15 pounds more to go ..until I reach my goal before surgery! Updated on 25 Aug 2014: Well I have decided to go with Dr.David Davila here in Houston Tx for my TT and BBL . Surgery date is Oct 6 2014 ! I have 4 children and the thought of me and husband being away from home for 7 to 10 days is daunting. Also I want to be able to have access to my doctor just in case I need him. I have spoken to him more than once and have had a one on one consultation . I told him I want a nice round big butt. I told him that I wanted 1000 plus cc to get my desired look...he said he understood and would give me the roundness I desire. Updated on 25 Aug 2014: I have printed several list of pre and post opt things I need to buy and I am just about done purchasing them . Anything I should be doing to prepare besides vitamins and iron ? Any advice would be appreciated . Updated on 30 Aug 2014: Hey ladies after looking over some other reviews I decided that I should post some wish pics . Updated on 7 Sep 2014: Surgery is on Oct 6 ,2014 . 29 days to go until my TT and BBL . So excited ! Updated on 9 Sep 2014: I paid my hospital and astialgist fees on yesterday 4000 ! Didn't even blink yesterday but now I am sitting here saying wow ...did I just do that ? lol My husband is so ready for it to be over so that I can focus on something else ..but him just don't know I am already focused on my breast lift /w implants, possible back lift , and thigh lift lol . And later after the those three I may do my arms ..still thinking about that one. But for now Im focused on TT with Lipo of full back ...flanks and tummy and my BBL . Updated on 9 Sep 2014: anesthesiologist Updated on 12 Sep 2014: 23 DAYS LEFT ! Got my Blood work done and the last of my supplies came in for my post opt care . Updated on 18 Sep 2014: Just got my lab results back ..my Iron levels are 12.0 ..doctor says that is normal . Is 12.0 to low for TT and BBL ? Doctors say they are fine . Should I still take iron pills ? I have 2 weeks left . Updated on 29 Sep 2014: I am so nervous and excited . I only have 6 days left . My goal was to loose 15 to 20 pounds and I have lost 13 so far . I have been stress eating and really not too focused on weight lost . But I am going try my best to stop stress eating. I want to get back to what I was doing before to loose the 2 to 3 pounds by surgery. Updated on 2 Oct 2014: WOW this is really happening ! I am nervous scared and excited all at the same daym time .lol I hope and pray I have good results and have no complications. Please ladies pray for me and my family ...this is my first time going through something like this . Updated on 5 Oct 2014: Tomorrow around this time I will be in the O.R. I am so excited !!! Continue to pray for me and my family . I promise I will update as soon as I can. I want to give my personal email to one of the RS ladies so that I can stay in touch even if I am not feeling well. Again so excited ! Updated on 6 Oct 2014: I am up ..showered and dressed .im headed to the hospital see you guys on the flat side . Updated on 7 Oct 2014: This will be short...im still a bit out of it . I went to a doctors appointment today and here are a few pictures. I like what I see thus far. Can't believe that's my tummy! Updated on 10 Oct 2014: Hey guys I am feeling much better ..I am days post op. I had my surgery Monday 10-06-14 . Every thing went very well and very quickly..lol. Me and my husband arrived at the surgery center around 6:30 am ..once we got there I was given some papers to go over ..to make sure all information was correct and I signed a few consent forms and waited about 15 and was called to the back . SIDE NOTE : while I was filling out the paper work I was asking the lady if they had any problems with anesthesia in the past and she said No . But that the anesthesiologist that was suppose to be my doctor was recently fired ..I was like WTH ? She said it was business and was not about his professional ability. She said that they had hired someone to come for me that day . I was like hold up ! So you guys done went got ( yes I said went got ) someone on the side of the road to put me to sleep ? She was like no no no ...the new person has worked her before and is more than qualified to handle to your surgery needs . YALL KNOW I WAS ABOUT TO WALK UP OUT OF THERE UNTIL THE MANAGER CAME OVER AND SMOOTHED THINGS OVER ..LOL And once I meet her ( the anesthesiologist I felt much better) She was a middle aged black woman with the sweetiest voice ..and she assured me that she had a degree and was not picked up on the side of the Home depot to put me to sleep lol. Ok so after all of that I was given a cup to pee in ( pregnancy test ) Of course it was negative and then I was given my gown to change into . I meet my nurse Susan ( so nice ) given my Iv ..and blood thinner shot . The anesthesiologist came back to explain to me what will take place once in the back ..Dr. Davilla walked in smiled and asked was I ready to rock and roll ..He marked me up and asked my hubby was he ready for his new girl friend ..( My hubby smiled and kissed me and then they gave me the happy juice and he walked to the waiting room and they rolled me into the E.R. By the time I got back there I felt the happy juice but was not sleep . I saw all the lights and other nurses ...the anesthesiologist was talking to me explaining to me step by step what was happening . 1. She put a mask on my face and told me to breath in and out ..not to be scared it was only oxygen and that I was going to be ok ...2. Then she said ok Love I am about to give you the meds to put you to sleep ..your going to take a long nap . And that is all I remember until they woke me up to go home. Updated on 10 Oct 2014: Once I was home I was not in any real pain ..I was just stiff and sore. My husband took off my clothes and I was out for about 4 hours. I woke up to pee about 8 pm took pain meds ...took a few sips of water and went right back to sleep. I woke up every 2 hours to pee and take sips of water. First day and 2nd were the worse ..pain maybe a 4 to 5 ..not really pain pain just sore and uncomfortable. But day 3 I was up walking around taking sips of soup. I did still get tired and needed naps. The Hardest part had been 1. Not being able to pick up my 15 month old princess 2. Being swollen and stiff ( again not terrible just uncomfortable because I had a BBL and TT and full lipo of back and stomach and flanks. 3. Not sleeping in my own bed for 4 days ...The master bedroom is upstairs so I was advised to sleep down stairs for the first 4 days . I AM NOT UPSTAIRS AND IT FEELS TO GOOD TO BE IN MY OWN BED AND IN MY ROOM !!! LADIES I COULD NOT HAVE DONE THIS WITH OUT THE HELP OF MY MOTHER AND MY HUSBAND..WHO WERE BY MYSIDE EVERY MINUTE! ALSO I WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL THE LADIES FOR THERE PRAYES AND WELL WISHES AND I ALSO WOULD LIKE TO GIVE A SPECIAL THANKS TO SEXEEANGEL FOR CALLING AND CHECKING ON ME AND SHARING HER VALUBLE ADVICE. Updated on 10 Oct 2014: I am Now upstairs and it feels good to be in my own bed. Updated on 10 Oct 2014: Dr. Davila did a great job ..will be going back to get other things done. Breast ..arms ..maybe thighs...more work on back and Maybe more booty. ..I will have to see about that one lol . Updated on 10 Oct 2014: Oh he removed 7 pounds of skin and injected 1050cc of fat in each butt cheek. . Updated on 10 Oct 2014: This dress is similar to my purple and black wish picture. I think he did a good job. I hope I keep my volume and fluff nicely later. Updated on 11 Oct 2014: Hey ladies I was feeling a bit blue ..not being able to move around like im a custom to . Not being able and sit on my butt and watch a movie ..etc Then I started feeling fat ..questioning why i even did it since I look no different...this is what I was saying to myself unil ..I went and looked in the mirror and this Is what I saw starring back at me...Hell I look good ! I Betta stop tripping lol Updated on 12 Oct 2014: Tried on a skirt Updated on 13 Oct 2014: Hey ladies I have been having issues with my voice after surgery. I was put under general anesthesia and a breating tube was put in my throat. I am hoarse and can not yeall as loud as I did before surgery. I have tried to look up others on this site that have went through something simiar and I am unable to find any ( maybe I am not searching correctly) however I did look on google and researched it . I may have to visit an ENT ( ear nose and throat) doctor if things don't get better in a week. I really need to rest my voice and not talk and see if it helps . I am a bit worried because I love to talk ..lol and I do not sound good talking now uuuugggh. Tell me what you guys think and do you have any advice ? Thanks Also I go to my doctor tomorrow for my 1 week post opt appointment ...will post update after. Updated on 14 Oct 2014: Ok where do I begin....Ok went to the doctor today for my one week post op appointment and everything is good . Drain still in because it is draining a lot still ..which im not tripping on ..I rather it comes out than stays in. Ok garment issues ...I have had issues with my garment since day one . The one that was put on my after surgery was to small . It was a XL instead of XXL. So when I went to my 1st doctors appointment and it was taken off it could not be put back on ...So I went and bought a bigger one ...which fit my booty but not my waist ...and the one that fit my waist did not fit my butt. Soo for now I am wearing a Spanx type body suit light compression like a 1 piece swim suit . I would like to get something another one but a little more compression . I will wear a binder with this body suit to add compression or my Squeezum if its not to tight . Please ladies share your thoughts and or advice. I do not want to miss up my TT but nothing fits. Doctor said should be fine with body suit and binder if I do not find a garment that fits. Updated on 14 Oct 2014: Updated on 16 Oct 2014: Ok I said to myself that I would wait before I shared my personal thoughts on my BBl but I need some advice . I know that I am only 11 days out and my butt is still taking shape , however I can already see that even though my butt is big ..the shape is not what I hoped for. There is an area of my butt right in the middle ..or shall I say right after the shelf the top part is a bit flat. this was my main concern before surgery and it is still a concern afterwards. The doctor did warn me that flat areas may not be fixed by having the BBl but he would do his best ( and that he did ). I will wait until after 3 months to see how it fluffs . But I can see now that if this area does not change after fluffing ..I will like it fixed this Summer. Also do you guys think BBl squats will improve this area ? And if so ..when can I start doing the BBL squats ? Updated on 16 Oct 2014: Updated on 16 Oct 2014: So I decided to do some research and I think based on what I have read thus far I may end up trying to fix this area with another BBL. UUUUGGGGGGHH This is a summary of what I read. Indeed, the idea that the butt can be built up with exercise is no different than thinking that breasts will become larger by performing daily dumbbell flies and chest presses. Modern medicine knows that the butt, like the breasts, consists mainly of fat, not muscle. Therefore, a bigger butt may best be acquired through treatment at our fat transfer . Updated on 16 Oct 2014: After getting my TT and BBl I no that I must loose more weight to have the shape I desire. I want to loose about 15 to 20 pounds . I am 194 now and I want to be 175. My thighs look HUGE since my Tummy is no longer hiding them. So my question is how to loose weight without loosing my butt ? Can I loose weight and not loose my butt ? HELP !!! Updated on 16 Oct 2014: THIS is how the CG fits the one the doctor gave me . As you can see it does nothing for my butt . So I dont know if wearing this the entire time would have helped shape my butt. But I will be driving ..Yes Driving to the Columbian CG store by my house and im not leaving until I find one that fits my butt and my waist . Or find something to put on my thighs to raise my ass. Again im pissed Updated on 16 Oct 2014: Sooo after trying on that CG that my doctor provided me with I was pissed. I laid in bed and thought about my 10800 bucks and said hell nawl . So I started to think ...before I married I use to go to the club and every thick girl with a gut knows every good club dress needs about 3 good girdles ...so guess what I found in my hall closet ? My 3 to 4 year old club girdles. ..and it looks like one will do the job. Ok ladies be honest do I need to go buy another CG or will this one work out ? \ Updated on 17 Oct 2014: So I sleept in it .Jesus ! Lawd knows this thing is tight. And just to be clear ...this girdle is not some cheap piece of garment . This girdle cost me more than a CG... 150 plus ...its called a body magic. So its not thin and flimsy. It has more than enough support . It is just not soft and has a steel linning/corset built in for support and giving the body a hour glass look...And for those worried about it being too tight ...my doctor told me to continue wearing the other CG that was too small. .so im sure this being too tight wont be an issue for him. However I will still ask him about it ...... am still going to go to the CG store today and see if I can find a CG that fits my ass and my waist properly. If not im going to rock with this one. Updated on 17 Oct 2014: I went out and purchased a new CG . So I will stay in this for a month . Also I went to the doctor because my belly button was not looking right . Well he ended up putting more stitches in so that it will heal properly. Updated on 20 Oct 2014: Hey Ladies ..where do I start ? Let me do this update in list form because I have a few things on my mind and I do not want my update to be confusing. 1. I am HAPPY with my results ! I may complain about small things here and there but over all ..I am grateful and thankful. 2. I had 7 pounds of skinned removed from my stomach ..before surgery I could not see my belly button or could I see my lady parts......smh..... I had a hanging belly that I had to lift up smdh ..and he changed all of that ...Thankful and grateful ! 3. Before surgery I could not see my waist with out putting on a girdle ...Now I do not have too ...Thankful and grateful 4. My back ...I had rolls of fat hanging ...I still have some fat on my back but I can tell you that it is 80% better than it was...and the little bit that remains can be sucked out at a later date ..lol. Thankful and grateful Also I love how I have a dip in my back ( I think that is what they call it ) Love my hips ...they are natural ..no fat put in at all 5. LADIES WE MUST STOP COMPARING OURSELVES TO OTHERS ON THIS SITE OR JUST IN GENERAL. We all are built different and have been through different things ... Example : I once weighed 315 pounds and lost 130 in 2 years ...my skin Is not the same as a 21 year old 150 pound woman. Also I have had 6 pregnancies ...1 with twins ......My stomach stretched to the max ...my skin is not the same as a 25 year old with No kids ... Also I have had 2 prior surgeries on my stomach ...I say ALL this to say I CAN NOT EXPECT TO LOOK LIKE A WOMAN THAT HAS NOT LOST 130 POUNDS ...THAT HAS NOT BEEN PREGNANT 6 TIMES. I THANK GOD THAT my TT CAME out as good as it did ...Is it perfect ? No but its 90% better than it looked before ...THANKFUL AND GRATEFUL LAST BUT NOT LEAST LADIES ...PLEASE UNDERSTAND THAT if you walk into surgery close to 200 pounds you will not come out of surgery 150 pounds lol ...smdh I made the mistake of not loosing enough weight before surgery ...I thought if I loose to much weight I would not have enough for a bbl .... I should have lost another 15 pounds before surgery ..Now I am having to loose the weight after surgery and may risk my BBl results.. So again loose your weight before surgery !!!!!!!!!!! My Goal now is to loose about 15 to 20 pounds slowly and after I reach my desired weight see if I need another BBL . I also want BA/BL with implants .....Thigh lift ....and more lipo back .....and arm lift I will loose my weight first before I have ANY MORE SURGERIES . Ok ladies I think that is it ...I had a lot on my mind ..lol Oh please do lots of research on CG before surgery .... because if not you will spend lots of money on CG I have 4 to 5 and guess what ...don't wear them ...don't fit . If your getting a BBL you will need a bigger size ...please remember that! Updated on 20 Oct 2014:
