Jorge I. de la Torre, M.D.

He repaired my abdominal wall and a reoccurring hernia that I had post partum. After I had twins I had hernia surgery which failed due to weak and stretched fascia. Overall, it has helped with my back pain, no longer have abdominal pain, and I feel it is helping to hold the pelvic surgery I had done as well. This surgeon is very kind and intelligent and would recommend him to others.

I had scar revision surgery in 2007 diue to having two c- sections and a hysterectomy. My scars were contracting and pulling. It was very uncomfortable and it didn't help my self esteem either. Dr. de la Torre is a great surgeon and I would highly.recommend him to anyone.

What lead me to wanting & needing a TT? I'm 38 a mother of 3 ages 17,14,10. I've always been on the thick side with curves. People would always say u look good my husband always say baby u look good to me, but deep down inside I knew I wanted to change my body. Oct 20,2011 I started C25k app to start loosing weight and to get in shape then I started Bootcamp also. I never once got on a scale to see what I weighed but I knew my highest weight was 220 at 1 point. For about 10mos I exercised like crazy ran 4 5ks in 2012. My body was loosing and toning at the same time. My coworkers were asking girl what r u doing u r looking good lol.

Every part on my body was shaping up except my stomach so I decided I was going to get 1. After all the exercising I was doing my Dr. came to me with type 2 diabetes that was a slap in the face for me. I went to my consultation with the plastic dr. They sent it to my insurance company and bam there I was Dec.20,2012 I was having my tummy tuck. I stayed in the hospital for my 24hr observation really for pain control lol. The next I got home and the ish hit the fan. I was in so much pain it was awful. My husband and kids had to do everything for me. I had 1 jp drain that was literally a pain in my side. My outcome from day to day gets better I'm loving results even though I'm swollen. I just got my drain out today. My goal with this new body is to run twice as many 5ks this yr at least do a 10k and then hopefully a 1/2 marathon. This TT has given me confidence and I know longer have a muffin top.


Updated on 2 Jan 2013:
Well tomorrow I will be 2 weeks postoperative and I'm loving what I see. I'm still swollen, but the results I see is the bomb lol. I went Dec.31 and had my drain removed it wasn't bad getting it pulled like I thought it was going to be. I'm still very sore and still taking pain meds. I'm going to figure out how to post a before & after pic. Whom ever is thinking about getting a TT do it I think it's 1 of the best decisions that I have ever made.

Updated on 4 Jan 2013:
OMG last night was a rough 1 for me. I was in so much pain on both sides where my hip bone is. They ain't lied beauty is pain. I'm 2 weeks postoperative and I thought the pain would be getting better by now but it's not. I'm looking real good this morning my swelling went down a little last night I'm looking smaller and loving what I'm seeing. Happy Friday ladies.

Updated on 5 Jan 2013:
Oh God I'm on the toilet literally calling Gods name. My stomach is killing me its turning into knots I'm trying to push this bm out. I'm literally breaking a sweat for real. I just want to cry my stomach is hurting so bad. I'm SCREAMING!!!!!!!!! I want to just fall on the floor in a feta position.

Updated on 7 Jan 2013:
Yesterday was a wonderful day for me. I finally got out of the house my husband took me to JcPenney and out to dinner at Chilis. Now I'm up at 4am can't sleep watching MobWives smh. These chicks have had too much plastic surgery. They look a hot damn mess lol.

Updated on 10 Jan 2013:
Wow today I'm postoperative 3 weeks and feeling awesome. My swelling is minimal and I'm loving the way it looks. I woke up this morning feeling good not as sore I can see a big difference today. Last night was the first night I slept without my binder and it was all good. I was shocked when I woke up and my belly looked smaller HELL I look smaller. I got out yesterday to go try on new uniforms since I will be going back to work next week. I can say it was a wonderful experience as many of u know I've been working out for a yr before my TT. I'm happy to say that I can wear med size scrubs. When I first started working out I was an XL during my working out and before my TT I got down to a L yesterday now I'm a med I was crying tears of joy. My coworkers are going to be blown away when they see me in smaller scrubs

Updated on 10 Jan 2013:
Today 3 weeks P.O.

Updated on 13 Jan 2013:
Today I'm not liking the way my belly button is looking. It looks as if it has an open sore on it. I'm to call the dr in the morning to see if I can come in and he have a look at it. It doesn't hurt or anything but it has a very mild odor to it. Has anyone TT land has ever had this problem?

Updated on 14 Jan 2013:
Today I'm 3 weeks and 4 days postoperative TT feeling good and looking good. My belly button turned out to not be infected needed a good cleaning and I have to pack it ughhhhh. I rather pack it then it be infected I guess lol. It really gross me out. I'm loving my results so far and I can't until I see the end results still a lil swollen my scars are really looking good. The Dr. told me to massage my scars lol. Posting a pic of me today.

Updated on 16 Jan 2013:
Ok I went to my follow up appointment today everything went well. My doctor has released me back to work and back to what I love exercising starting next week yayyyyyy. Of course I'm going to take it slow. I go back for another visit in 2 mos.

Updated on 19 Jan 2013:
Well today was my first day back at work 12hrs and I must say it wasn't bad at all. Everyone told me how great I looked and how much they miss me and of course I got eyeballed from the haters smh lol. I was looking cute in my new med scrubs. XL to a med hell yeah I was working it the entire 12 hrs lol.

Updated on 22 Jan 2013:
Ladies it felt so good to hit the pavement in 40 degree weather tonight. I'm back in my element now it's time to get the rest of this body to look like this stomach lol new pics posted.

Updated on 30 Jan 2013:
Well today I'm 5 weeks and 6 days feeling wonderful but when does the soreness stop. Still sore on both sides of my incision site very tender. All in all everything is good still have some swelling ughhhhh. I know it takes time but I'm ready for the end results. I was able to jog a little on yesterday it felt gr8. I'm not going to overdue it but I'm easing myself back into running. Yes I changed my cost from 7200 to 0 cause that was my quote but my insurance paid the whole thing thank u God. Happy healing to my TT sister.

Updated on 7 Feb 2013:
Today I'm 7 weeks postoperative I can't believe how little I look lol. My results are looking great still a lil puffy at the top I pray that it go down like the rest of stomach. It's amazing that I'm still a lil sore on my sides and still have numbness when will this end. I'm in full swing of exercising again back to running by the way the pics I'm about to post I just got done walk / running. Im still laying low from boot camp classes don't think that my body is ready for that type of exercise right now. To all my TT friends I pray all is recovering well and loving their new looks.

Updated on 16 Feb 2013:
I'm 8 weeks and 2 days at the end of the day I'm so swollen u can't even tell that I had a TT. Is there any one in TT experiencing the same problems? I go back for my follow up the end of next month my ps is going to have to tell me the low down I'm not liking this.

Updated on 14 Mar 2013:
I'm 12 weeks today from my TT and I must say I'm feeling good in my new skin. Still have some swelling but over all I'm loving it. I did a photoshoot this past weekend for a anniversary gift that I'm going to give my husband Sat march 16th for our 12 yr anniversary he's going to flip out lol. Happy healing to everyone out there.

Updated on 7 Apr 2013:
I'm going on 16 weeks this coming Thurs. and wow what a difference. I'm loving my TT it's really looking good. My body is transforming into something that I didn't think it could look like. Hang in there ladies and happy healing.

Updated on 7 Apr 2013:
The last couple of pics was from a surprise photo shoot that I did to give to my sweet honey for our 12 yr anniversary he loved loved loved them lol. I felt pretty, hot, sexy, and most of all smaller. I never thought that I could ever wear a corset and look this hot plus pose in front of a camera.

I am overall pretty happy with my surgery. The cost was manageable and the procedure itself was over quickly. I will say that I was unprepared for the nausea that accompanied the anestetic, as I'd never had it before. I am 27 and not ever planning to have kids. Before the lift, I had enough breast volume to fill out a D cup, but not enough structure. I'm usure so far, but I think my new breasts are a full C.

I had a breast lift (no implant) twelve days ago to correct tuberous breasts that had lost almost all shape due to a 70-pound weight loss. They sagged to my elbows and lay almost flat against my chest. My new breasts are a vast improvement, but they look like Barbie's-- they defy gravity by sticking straight out and are quite far apart. Will they eventually "settle", with a "fold" under them like natural breasts? Or should I start shopping for a coconut bra?

My story is much like the others. Several children and nursed them. At age 32 had Mentor silicone (I think 280 -300cc) implants placed. Had some serious auto immune issues within the first year. All doctors dismissed the implants as a possible reason. This seem to resolve after one year.
Now 12 years later they are coming out. Can't say at this point that I have medical issues with them other than some vague symptoms that could also be other things. Overall I am very healthy. Just ready to get these out.
I have always felt they were larger than what I wanted. I am careful about what I wear as my body is small and these seem out of proportion to me.
My PS was great on consult. I have gone to a new PS as the original PS is 4 hours away now. Did not suggest a revision and when I mentioned a lift or fat transfer he suggested to wait and see how I felt after the explants. He seemed to think I would be satisfied without additional interventions.
To address the husband issue mine never cared if I got them to begin with so explanting sounds good to him.
I am ready to do this now. I am three weeks from OR date and am very excited to be natural again.
Much thanks to all ladies who have shared their stories. This has helped validate my decision. It is great to have a group such as this.

Updated on 6 Oct 2014:
Called today to be added to the cancellation list. I am feeling bad and want these out now. I wish I had done this years ago. I have told the people who needed to know what I will be doing. Unfortunately that involved my teenage children. The girls were surprised that I had ever done this and the boy asked why I waited so long to get them out. They are not big or out of proportion to me (I kind of think there are, but no one else seems to think that) so it surprised me he said that.
They and my husband are very supportive so I am just ready to do it.
This forum is wonderful and I truly appreciate everyone's stories and support.
Counting down the days... 21 to go.....

Updated on 10 Oct 2014:
Pre-op appointment today. I have decided to remove the capsules as well. He was only going to do this if the implant was ruptured, but I want all of it out. May add to recovery and may have drains, but if I am going to do this I want to be done with all of it. Capsules weren't there before implants so I don't want them there after. :)

Updated on 10 Oct 2014:
I went for my pre-op appoitnment today. When I was leaving they asked me if I would like to come Tuesday, October 16th, as they had a cancellation. I am going two weeks sooner than planned.
Very nervous, but every excited too!

Updated on 12 Oct 2014:
Tuesday is the day. I am nervous, but also excited. I am not concerned about what I will look like. I am excited to think about how I will feel so much better. I was assured again at my preop that most women look fine after explanation. I was an A before so I am expecting that again. Maybe a little droopier since 12 years have passed.
As always your stories have made this process much easier.

Updated on 14 Oct 2014:
whydowedothis October 14, 2014
Today was the day. They are gone! I am not even sore. I had explanation with capsulectomy on both sides. I have not even taken a pain pill since postop! The silicone implants had not ruptured as I was afraid they had. Very exciting is that I do have boobs! Not much but they are there. I was prepared for just skin. I think I will have the courage to post pictures tomorrow. Hoping for a good nights rest.

Updated on 15 Oct 2014:
I feel fantastic. Still no need for pain meds. I was expecting to hurt especially with bilateral capsulectomy. I took some Tylenol before my shower this morning. Instructions were to shower the next day and pat dry the tape. I am uploading some pictures. Remember this is less than 24 hours post explant. They look kind of sad, but I know it will get better. I will have my PS office send me some pre-explant pictures as I did not take any. I was not comfortable posting pictures, but everyone else's pictures helped me so much I feel I should return the favor.
If you are considering doing an explant I encourage you to do so. I cannot believe how much better I feel already!

Updated on 15 Oct 2014:


Updated on 15 Oct 2014:
I am trying to upload pictures, but I keep receiving an error message. I will keep trying.

Updated on 16 Oct 2014:
I still feel good. A little sore, but it's not bad. I see a little improvement in "fluff" already.

Updated on 19 Oct 2014:
I am a little sore today. I think from driving and doing housework, etc. I am not lifting anything heavy, but doing all the normal things. I can't believe how my breast look better each day. Still small and not expecting that to change, but I am good with it. So glad I explanted! I have tried to post pictures many times with no luck.