Dr. DePoli and her office is one of a kind. I have been to med spas and other doctor's offices for botox and filler in the past and always have felt underwhelmed by the results. My friend recently want to Dr. DePoli and could not stop raving about her and her bedside manner, so I made an appointment. Dr. DePoli took time to explain to me how she would use the filler and the botox to help me achieve the look I was going for. I am absolutely thrilled with my results and can't believe how natural I look. Everyone keeps telling me how amazing I look.
I completely trust Dr. DePoli with anything. I first met her when I had a benign bump removed from my lipline. She was incredibly careful to be sure scarring was minimal. Since then, I've seen her for CO2 skin treatment, xeomin and fillers. She is conservative, helpful and always professional.
I'm always happy to have Dr. DePoli spruce me up with filler. She always has me looking great and not over done. I have been seeing her for years and no one even know I get it done. I like that she explains to me where she is going to you the filler and tells me how its going to help me. She is great and very detailed. I initially began to see her after having filler elsewhere and it was done incorrectly. She let me know why my mouth looked weird, and she was able to correct it and balance it with the rest of my face. Since then I have never gone elsewhere.
I had skin discoloration from sun damage and acne scars. My face was blotchy, thus I would never leave my house without makeup. Although I live in the Western Suburbs of Chicago, I was referred to Dr. DePoli in the Northern Suburbs, about an hour away. I was told that when patients are unhappy from the results from other doctors, they go to her for solutions.
I went to Dr. DePoli initially for juvederm. I wanted to look great for my wedding and felt I looked a little sad. Dr. DePoli did an amazing job. It looks so natural. During my consultation with her I also saw that her office performs SculpSure. I decided to have SculpSure performed on my abdomen and love handles to make sure my dress fit just right. I felt so comfortable and beauty. Thank you Dr. DePoli.
I had been to a few other consultations for fat reduction treatments. Each time the experience was less than ideal - unprofessional staff, judgmental physicians, or outright overselling. Dr. DePoli's oversaw my SculpSure procedure done by Antonia. I had a very pleasant experience. Antonia was very professional, yet not overly clinical. Looking forward to having Botox at my next appointment. Dr. DePoli and Antonia are top notch!
I have been considering getting filler for a while now, but everyone seems to look funny. I decided to take the plunge, and Dr. DePoli was just wonderful. She explained what she planned to do, before treating me and explained why and how filler is used. I couldn't be happier. I definitely don't look funny, no duck lips, and I just feel and look great. I don't look tired or sad anymore. I look just like myself, but better.
I had been contemplating liposuction and other non surgical treatments for this stubborn area of fat on my back. I have seen Dr. DePoli for years for Botox and filler. I asked her what there was to treat my back fat that wouldn't go away with exercise. My bra would push it out and I hated how you could see it in my clothes. She told me about SculpSure and decided to have the treatment the same day. I treated my flanks and my bra roll. The treatment was relatively painless, and did get pretty warm at times but Antonia, her assistant would give me a coolshot when I needed it. For a few days after I was little sore but nothing really noticeable. I am passed my 12 week mark and I am very pleased with my result. My fat my bra used to push out no longer is so noticeable and my flanks are smoother. My jeans fit better, and overall just more comfortable with myself.
I had SculpSure in November of my abdomen. I am so glad that I decided to have the treatment done. I exercise regularly and my diet is pretty healthy for the most part, but have been unable to lose the fat in my tummy. Since the treatment I have lost a total of 3 inches and couldn't be happier. I was slightly sore after the treatment like I worked out a little to hard but that subsided after a few days. I definitely feel more comfortable in form fitting clothes and can't wait to hit the beach this summer. Updated on 21 Apr 2016: I was so happy with the results from my first treatment, I decided to have the stubborn fat on my outer thighs and banana roll treated. Staff was great, made sure I was comfortable. 25 minutes went by fast. Not sore at all, off to the gym I go.
Hi everyone, Last year I had a breast reduction and lipo to inner thighs and arms. Right away I knew I wanted to have a flater stomach, but after realizing that I did not want to go through a tummy tuck (limited time off, coupled with my job being pretty stressful). My friends had good results with Smart lipo so I looked for docs in my aread who specialize. I also wanted to go with a woman (just because I feel they know how to shape our bodies). Booked Dr. DePoli and had lipo done to flanks, upper and lower abs. I'm in pretty good shape, but pregnancy and pre-menopause was doing a number on my middle. I'll post a few pre-op pics. Updated on 29 Dec 2015: Hi again! Ok, so today is my 1 week update. I still have some pain, but more like soreness. I'll see my PS later today for a check up. Not really seeing huge changes yet, but I can tell some of the swelling is going down because my compression garment doesn't feel as tight as before. I'm slowly feeling more like myself. Not working out yet, but keeping moderately active. Here is a breakdown of my experience so far: Day 1: Sleepy and drowsy after the experience. I never really went to sleep like others said. My doc gave me 3 Valium, but I never really got sleepy. I felt some of the spots, but it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. When I got home, I slept 6 hours. I never really had alot of drainage either. Days 2-6: SWELL HELL! I felt like a balloon going to pop....lol. Especially after moving around or eating. I took only one pain pill during these days. I didn't need it. The swelling makes things very uncomfortable. My abs felt warm to the touch, and very bruised. Updated on 31 Dec 2015: Love the way my body is taking shape. I had my first massage today and it felt like heaven! Got rid of alot of the swelling and hardness. The masseuse said she really liked my results so far; she commented that she sees alot of post op surgery patients. Some results not so good. Yikes! I also bought a new compression garment today. I plan on wearing mine at least 6 weeks. Is anyone else wearing the epi foam inside their garment too? It adds bulk but really flattens you out. I will be taking pics tomorrow. Happy New Year everyone! Be safe! Updated on 1 Jan 2016: Happy New Year! Nice to have a quiet day at home. I took a couple of pics this morning in my garment. I feel very good in it. I hope to purchase a stage 2 garment this week. I have developed a little allergic reaction around one of my incision sites (my doc thinks it might be the antibiotic ointment). Its not itchy anymore but it is red. I put some Benadryl ointment on it and it already feels better. Happy healing! Updated on 17 Jan 2016: Just a little update. I am feeling really good. I would say 99%. I'm still wearing my Stage 2 garment, and have resumed my workouts. I did bootcamp today for the first time in over a month and I felt fine. It may be my imagination, but I feel "lighter" and had more energy during my class. My calories burned was my personal best! I'm still doing my massages (2xweek), which has improved the appearance of my tummy and helps manage that pesky swelling. Every time I take my cg off, I feel like a balloon!! LOL...but I also know that is part of the healing process. Looking forward to continued improvement. I'm including some pics. I still wish my doc would have done a little bit more on my flank area. I may ask her about that after I hit my 6 month mark. All in all, I am happy with the way I look in my clothes. I wore jeans for the first time last week and they were big on me even with the cg on! I cannot wait to go shopping this spring. Its funny too because people at work keep asking me if I changes my hair, skincare routine, etc....its like they haven't really pinpointed what's different about me! Will continue to update!! Happy Sunday! p.s. Both of these pics were taken midday after lunch, so I'm a little "fuller" looking than usual! Updated on 12 Mar 2016: Hi everyone, I have been very lazy about follow-up pics...lol. Life is busy! Anyway, things are good overall. I have fully healed and have feeling back in the tummy area. A couple of hard spots still remain, but almost gone. I was pretty good about getting regular massages which helped alot. I can't believe its already been almost 3 months. Here are the pros of my surgery: 1. Everything fits better. 2. I have lost more weight since my procedure. Since I spent the money I want to keep the results, so I started pretty hard core eating clean and going to bootcamp classes. I plan to keep this up as I would like to lose another 10 more pounds. 3. More confidence....its nice to be able to fit into pants that I had given up on!! 4. Overall recovery was a breeze! Cons: 1. Don't like the look of my upper abs. 2. I think I look too boxy: I'd like a more curvier look (NOT a vixen look, just natural) All in all, even though I am happy, I still think I will plan on one final round for a tummy tuck, and some additional lipo to my flanks and back. I would also like a small bbl (don't need it bigger, just "lifted"). I think I can only get the curvier look I desire from a doc who is skilled. My doc is absolutely wonderful, but is definitely more conservative. Sooooo....let the games begin! I'm researching docs and getting quotes. My top choice is going to Colombia, but I just had 2 girlfriends go to a top plastic surgeon in Mexico and they look unbelievable! I also like one or two docs in the Dominican Republic. My husband is leery about going out of the country, but he also knows how thorough my research is!! I even made a spreadsheet!! LOL....I've had him involved in some of the virtual consultations too. If it all works out, I'll be booking for June or July. Stay tuned. In the meantime, I'm posing a couple of recent pics. When I look at my before pics, I really see a difference! Bye for now, and stay tuned! Updated on 8 Jun 2016: Hi everyone, I spent the last 3 months researching and interviewing the doc I wanted to do my last and final procedure. I look at the DR, Colombia, and the US. I was totally ready to book with a doc in Colombia when I went to a plastic surgery forum right here in Chicago. I loved the doc and booked a consult with him a few days later. I loved his pics and his enthusiasm about helping me achieve the look I wanted. I booked the very same week! All the docs I met with told me that I really didn't need a tummy tuck unless I wanted one. They were sure I could get the look I wanted from some simple revisions to my upper abdomen and back. That was good news for me. That is all I was really looking for. I feel I have a pretty good foundation for a woman my age.....I just need a flatter tummy to accentuate my curves. This will truly be my last and final procedure for my body. Whatever the outcome is this time, I will live with it. I'm getting too old to put my body through multiple traumas. I will continue to eat right and work out for as long as i can to keep my results. My doc's name is Dr. Charles Galanis (Northfield, IL). He is super knowledgeable and a hottie!! LOL. My surgery is on 6/17....very close! Here is what I am having done: Lipo to upper abdomen (lots of residual fat that my other surgeon did not address). Lipo to lower abdomen (I'm pretty flat, but he will define that area little bit more) Lipo to lower back (I don't need a bbl, but sculpting this area will let me dsiplay my "assests" a little bit more! That's it! I'll be put under with twilight anesthesia, and I like that he will go in the belly button and right under my breasts so that I don't have any visible lipo "holes". I will continue to update everyone! Updated on 19 Jun 2016: Hi everyone, Just q quick update. Had lipo to upper abs, lower back, and flanks on Friday. Woke up in PAIN! Dr. said he only took 1 liter of fat out, but with a very small cannula so he could do more shaping and contouring. Friday and yesterday I was in a bit of a Vicodin fog. I stayed ahead of the pain by taking my meds on time. That helped tremendously. My doc gave me a script for a steroid that helps keep my swelling down. That is helping a lot. I don't feel so sausage stuffed. I will post some pics on day 7. Tomorrow I get to take my first shower and see some results. YAY! Updated on 24 Jun 2016: Hi everyone. Happy Friday! Just a brief update and a couple of pics. I'm at day 7 now and feel really good. Still some stiffness but no real pain. The walking everyday is helping. I'm happy he gave me the green light to walk....I love to work out. Going to miss the intensity, but some movement is better than none. I'm eating clean, and taking supplements suggested by my doc to aid in healing. That includes 1000mg of Vitamin C, multivitamin, and a good Probiotic. That keeps your stomach in good shape; especially if you are taking the narcotics and antibiotics. I'm also wearing my garments religiously. Only taking them off to shower. I have 3 in rotation right now. 2 that I like to wear during the day and one that is more comfortable at night. I am very pleased with the way my body is taking shape. A good ps knows how to contour the body and get those curves! That's what I was looking for back in December, but I have decided that I just have to let that go. Its about moving forward......I'm including a few pics with my garment on. I'm still very bruised up all around my flanks and back. I've got a long way to go, but one step at a time. Updated on 17 Jul 2016: Happy Sunday everyone, I thought I should update my profile at the 1 month mark. (It was actually this past Friday). I am extremely pleased with how I am coming along. Still sore at times, and swollen especially in my flank area, but overall feeling better and stronger every. I have been back to working out so I am more swollen but drinking lots of water and eating as clean as I can helps alot. Also still getting massages 2x's a week. One other great thing is lots of my clothes don't fit anymore! YAY! I took some stuff to the resale shop yesterday. That always makes you feel good. One word about my pics, there may not seem like a huge difference since my December pics, but the work my doc did to my upper ab area has made all the difference in getting rid of that dreaded muffin top!!! I'm still wearing my garment (Stage 2) 24 hours a day....I have 2 weeks left. Chicago has been up and down with the temps....the hot days are the worst. I will continue to update all of you...probably at my 3 month mark. Updated on 17 Jul 2016: I'm embarrassed that my bathroom looks so cluttered...I'm a bit of a product/cosmetic junkie!! LOL! Updated on 27 Jun 2017: Hi everyone! Thought I would do a quick update. I've been really bad about regularly updating. I had a second lipo done last June to my upper abdomen. Great results. My stomach is flatter...everything fits better, and I went down an entire size all over. My concern now is that my skin elasticity is not what it used to be because of my age, so now I am seriously considering a tummy tuck as a final surgery. I need to save up a little more money...maybe I can start doing consults early next year. Unfortunately, Dr. Galanis has moved to Beverly Hills...so I'll be on the hunt for another local doctor. I would consider going to another state but I think I'm too old to take a chance outside of the US. Once I decide, of course I will update here on RS. This community has been so helpful to me!
Some patients may experience swelling after their SculpSure treatment that can last up to a week. Patients may or may not experience small nodules, which resolve over time. Having or not having these symptoms post treatment should not effect the outcome of the treatment. Most patients begin to see results from their treatment at around the 6 week mark and their full results 12 weeks after their second treatment.
Bruising is common after filler treatments and typically resolves within 1 to 2 weeks. If you are concerned about your treatment, you should contact your provider.
Perioral lines which are commonly referred to as smoker's lines are a concern for many women. Combination therapy with laser resurfacing, filler and a neuromodulator can help address this area. It is best to consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon that can assess you and provide you with the best treatment options.
Without an in person consultation it is very difficult to assess your concerns. It is best to return to the provider so they may evaluate you.
Any fat reduction treatment only treats and targets the fat between the skin and muscle. The fat the lies below the muscle is only reduced with diet and exercise. SculpSure is a 25 minute laser treatment that specifically targets fat cells and permanently treats up to 25% of fat in the treated area. Since SculpSure uses heat, it creates a halo effect around each applicator that treats surrounding fat, to feather in the results. CoolSculpting is a 60 minute treatment that freezes tissue. It is best to consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon that can evaluate you to see if you are a candidate for treatment and discuss with you the various treatment options.
