I had done so much research before my procedure. I chose Dr. DiNick and he and his team are excellent. I am loving my results. He is a true artist and perfectionist. There was no pain after my Panniculectomy, muscle repair and liposuction. I don’t trust easily, but I trusted this team of professionals. May God Bless them.
I had the pleasure of meeting and having my procedure done by Dr.DiNick. I came in 2018 for a consultation my insurance denial my claim. I was so impressed with his work I came back in 2020 and had my procedure done tummy tuck liposuction of my flanks muscle and hernia repair. I’m so glad I didn’t fly out to Miami to have my procedure done.Dr. DiNick got me to the flat side I must say I look amazing an only 2 1/2 months out . wait till all the swollen goes down Babyyyyy also a huge shutout to all the ladies that work in the office. Thank you
I saw Dr.Dinick in aug of 2018, after our first meeting I scheduled right then on the spot for a Nov. Surgery date. I brought 2 friends in with me and he was patient and answered all our questions, he saw how nervous I was and that I was a jokester and was joking with the 3 of us while remaining professional. He did take a while to get to the room. But that's only because he is giving everyone their fair turn and not rushing through things. It was worth the extra 40ish minute wait because he then took the time with me. His staff answered all my questions and they were always super kind. If I have anything else I will definitely go back to him.
I had 3 surgeries by Dr. DiNick & still am extremely happy with the results. I had a full tummy tuck, upper arm reconstruction in one surgery (9 hours he'll never forget me) & a breast lift. I want to thank him for everything he did for me. I'm still very happy 2.5 years later.
Over the years I have gained and lost the same 40 pounds.When I lose weight it comes off the top half of my body, and when you are older, loss of fat in your face and in your bustline is not attractive. Over the years I have had several consultations with plastic surgeons for a tummy tuck. I was never very impressed with most doctors who frequently seem to be short on time and seem to be running a plastic surgery mill. This was not the case with Dr. DiNick. My sister had bariatric surgery and went to Dr. DiNick for skin removal surgery following significant weight loss. I was impressed with his compassion and willingness to take the time to answer questions. I was absolutely amazed at the results of her abdominoplasty, since she had some seriously messed up body contours. Dr. DiNick was able to smooth things out and his incisions were so straight I couldn't believe it. I decided to to have a tummy tuck with Dr. DiNick and so far, it has been a very positive experience. He truly is an artist-I have had friends that have had tummy tucks and their results have not been that impressive. I can't wait to post my after photos when the swelling has subsided. I am healing well and Dr. DiNick is available to guide me through the healing process. His staff is also very friendly and helpful with all aspects of the surgery-including financial issu I had the surgery at the Forest Health Center and was very pleased with the care I received. I am so glad I found Dr. DiNick!
I really needed a tummy tuck surgery I looked like I was pregnant and get tired of looking like I was about to deliver any minute now all my clothes made me look like I was wearing pregnant clothes and I've got tired looking fat in the stomach wanted to get this done before summer time I know I didn't want to work that needs to be done hopefully I get it done in September and November of 2015 Updated on 2 May 2015: Hello , everyone Friday was my 4 weeks post op my scars are getting better but it still looks like I have a big stomach OMG. .. Updated on 10 May 2015: Hello ....everyone. . Today I am five weeks post op I still look swollen I guess it's coming along Updated on 11 May 2015: I tried to find pictures of what my stomach locked like before the tummy tuck but it looks the same to me Updated on 17 May 2015: Hello. .. everyone I am six weeks post op I have to go back to the Dr in 2 weeks because of my scars he's going to inject me with some Cortazone to get my scars together it hurts so...bad my shirt make them hurt when it touches them Updated on 30 Oct 2015: September 13 I had revising surgery due to scar tissue so my Dr ended up giving me a second tummy Tuck with in the last 5 months today because I had scar tissue from my surgery in April 2015 I am 2 weeks post op hopefully I will see a big difference in the next 3 months Dr Dinick didn't charge me anything to do the revising I did pay anesthesia or anything Thank God I will do another update as soon as possible Updated on 31 Oct 2015: My revision is looking good I've been putting black castor oil all my scars along with alcohol and also wearing my compression garment everyday everynight all the time I take it off only to take a shower .will be showing more pictures next week Updated on 1 Nov 2015: Hello everyone I am posting a better picture of my two weeks post opt after my scar tissue removed on October 13th 2015 I think it looks a lot better Updated on 9 Nov 2015: So far so good my tummy tuck is coming along just fine my appointment with Dr dinick is Saturday my swelling is going down slowly but that's fine can't to see it in after 5 months from now. I wear my garment all day and night tonight I am not wearing it because it is so itchy Updated on 10 Nov 2015: Three and four weeks post opt after my revision on October 13 it's trying to look good i hate my stretch marks but only well I will try a derma roller I heard it works well on your stretch marks maybe next year I can get my lipo done to my sides to contour my hips and lipo my back fat and inner thighs and outer thighs I was sick of that fat belly. Some of you ladies look so amazing I am not understanding why my stomach still looks fat maybe because I had an protruding stomach that poked Out hopefully it will go down after the swelling goes down and then I will be able to see my results. Updated on 23 Sep 2016: Hello...Doll's I know I've been MIA i am healing ok still not satisfied my stomach still has a puggy and my breast is not big and full like I wanted I went with Dr madina her bbl..is the bomb her breast is not i still have the back fat she did my otter tights fat removal on my thighs but I still have my right side bigger then my left side ???? hopefully I can come across a really good dr.that can look at my wish pictures and finally give me what I want maybe Columbia might be my next stop don't know what Dr yet if someone could suggest a good driver in Columbia Dr madina didn't look at my wish pictures she just want your money
Dr. Dinick was referred to me from one of his prior patients. His office was not convienent to my home at all, and at first I had some reservations. But, I am so happy with the results!! He promised I would have a flat stomach, but I truly thought that there would be improvement- but not flat. Well, at 3 weeks out I am flat and also have a beautfiul hourglass shape that I was entirely suprised and thrilled with. Recovery has been a bit slower than I anticipated, but he did recommend my taking off 4 weeks due to the nature of my work. Thank goodness, because I would not have been ready after two weeks. My drains (2 of the 4) will be in about 4 weeks assuming I get them out in a few days, but they were still producing so it was the right call to leave them in. If you are a patient that lost a lot of weight and consequently have the dreaded stomach sag, then this is the doctor for you. He did a brilliant job on me!
Let me begin by saying Dr. Di Nick is my hero ! I am from Canada and was introduced to his expertise at my hairdressers . I had mentioned to her that I had been too 8 different consultations in the states .. Her response was go no further I have found your man ! Her clients daughter worked for the man that was described as a expert with patients who have had bararatic surgery . After meeting Dr . Di Nick I realized he was who I was going trust to reconstruct my body . From there my journey began . Dr . Di Nick is honest , kind , caring , and his work is impeccable ! He has reconstructed my breasts , my arms , performed a body lift , as well as his many added touches . He is a perfectionist and strives to make his patients happy ! He is compassionate and his bed side manner is comforting . He was so different than the other plastic surgeons I had went to . They all appeared to be money motivated and were either phoney or stone cold . When I chose Dr. Di Nick my life changed . He has helped restore my self confidence not only by his magical work but by his encouragement and support . I am forever grateful to a him . I owe many thanks for all he has done . His after care is top notch . He looks forward to seeing his patients happy and continues his follow up long after healing . I have been a patient since 2006 and have followed him at his many locations . At each and every place receiving number one care !
Hello everyone, I am a 52 year old mother of 9 that had been considering a TT for a long time. I will upload before pictures at a later date. I have been going back and fourth about moving forward with this procedure. I guess you could say I am a little afraid to undergo another extensive surgery. I had a gastric bypass in 2001. The pain was so excruciating that afterwords all I could remember thinking is, what in the world did I sign up for. Needless to say, I finally got the guts to plow straight ahead and start planning for a tummy tuck, muscle tightening and back lipo. After much research I had my first consultation with my PS, Vincent Dinick. I consulted with him on Aug 17, 2013. Before my initial consultation I read good and bad reviews. The bad reviews stated he did not take time with his patients, the person also stated he had a bad attitude. I found him to be the exact opposite. He was found to be kind, patient and answered all of my questions without hesitation. I was also able to view photos of patients that had a open gastric bypass like myself. They looked amazing after their surgery. One of my concerns was I have two intersecting scars due to the fact that I had two open stomach surgeries in the past. The first one was gallbladder removal 1982 and gastric bypass 2001. I considered this surgery in early 2000 was told due to the intersecting incisions my tummy could turn black. PS stated I did not have this to worry about due to the gallbladder incision was so old and the blood supply is good in that area. I checked with my primary and she also stated that the blood supply was good, however make sure I checked with the PS regarding scar tissue. My primary has already started preliminary testing to see if my body could endure such a procedure. She has completed my stress test, injecting B12 and checked my hemoglobin and other labs. She will recheck labs as we get closer to the surgery date. She thought it was great that I was considering the surgery. Updated on 9 Oct 2013: Hello All, Sorry I have not updated before now. I am in class and thought I would take the time to update while watching a film. I was originally scheduled for my surgery on 1/17/2014. The person that scheduled me no longer works there and did not add my surgical date to the calendar...WOW. Therefore my date was moved to 1/31. Although I was disappointed, I did not complain. I just took the new date, after all there was nothing that I could do about it. Well, guess what, I received a phone call today stating that I will be able to have my surgery done on 1/16... Isn't that great. I was very happy to hear I would be able to have my surgery a little sooner than expected. I was also told that the Dr. would like me to come in and take another look at me. Due to my desire to have a tt with lipo, muscle tightening along with a full back lipo he would like to take another look to determine if all of it can be done the same day. What do you think, is this to much at 1 time? I promise I will take before photos tonight when I arrive back home after class. Updated on 17 Oct 2013: I finally got a chance or shall I say the nerve to post some before pics. I know I know, they really look awful. I stated a really good exercise program this summer, I lost 10 pounds and then I tore a ligament and had to discontinue. Looks like the workouts will have to continue after the surgery. I really hope I get the results I am looking for. Updated on 2 Nov 2013: I have another appointment with my ps today. I am so mixed up about how I feel. One minuet I am ready to go, the next minuet I am afraid. By the way, is there anyone else out there that is familiar with my doctor? Updated on 8 Dec 2013: Hello ladies, I am freaking out! Although I am anxious about my upcoming date, I am a nervous mess. I am going through a moment of nerves. I cant help but be afraid of not waking after surgery or a nasty infection. My daughter told me to calm down, I will be fine, but I can not help to worry. I am turning to those that understand my feelings, please help Updated on 13 Dec 2013: Hello Ladies, I just received a letter today confirming my pre-admission testing. My appointment is scheduled for Dec 30 @ 8:30am. As I stated before I can't help but to feel nervous, scared, anxious and excited all at the same time. It is starting to get really real around here. I guess you can say I am really starting to count down the days. I went to the dr's office Monday for more testing, my hemoglobin was down to 11.3 and my blood pressure was 168/88, all I could think was what the @%&# is going on. Feel like I'm going backwards. My Dr gave me a script for some blood pressure pills. Just trying to get my pressure regulated and my hemoglobin up before the big day. Happy healing to those that have already gone through. Updated on 26 Dec 2013: Happy Holidays everyone. I was thinking about how blessed I feel. Here I am about to enter into 2014 with the opportunity of not only entering into a new year, but to also start it with a whole new me. Happy healing to all that have gone before me and to all that will follow. I am exactly 20 days and counting... Updated on 2 Jan 2014: Happy New Year to all. I was scheduled for my pre op on Dec 30, the appointment was rescheduled to Jan 6. Sooo excited. The nervous jitters are gone. It's just all about excitement at this point. I can say I am finally ready to get out and purchase needed materials. I think the excitement began after I received an e-mail from my job approving my medical leave for 4 weeks. I will be off work Jan 16 - Feb 28. woo hoo. I will be be going out for my things after my appointment with my ps this coming Saturday. To clarify, I have an appointment with my ps this Saturday and a pre op this coming Monday. I am to make my final payments on both appointments... Updated on 6 Jan 2014: Hi all Can't hardly wait until next week. I made it for both appointments. Went this past Saturday for my pre op with my PS. He answered all of my questions and drew an outline of where my incision will be. I was very pleased to know my incision will be very low. I will have 3 different types of pain medication. I will go home with oral pain meds, pain pump, pain patch, antibiotics, stool softeners and an anti nausea patch. I was also measured for my compression garment. I was told he will complete my tummy and then turn me over for my back lipo. Today I had a pre op appointment at the surgical center. I could not believe my appointment ended up being on the worst day of the year. I had to travel approx 45 miles to the surgical center after a 12 inch snow storm. The highway was completely snow covered. As the snow was falling last night, I didn't think I would be able to go, but when I woke up this morning I knew nothing was going to stop me. I did not want my surgery to be postponed. Everything is all set, I have my time off work scheduled around my original date. Thank God I made it safely to and from my appointment. Blood was drawn to check my hemoglobin, urine specimen, ekg, I also met with respiratory team. They demonstrated how to blow into the thing that will help keep my lungs clear. I was instructed to blow into this 15x 6 times a day until surgery. After all of the test were completed, I met with a staff doctor that went over the procedure one more time. Oh, I also completed a menu for my stay (as though I am really going to want to eat). I was told I will be in surgery for 6 hours. I am expected to arrive at 6:00 am. Happy healing to those that have gone before me. Please pray for me... Updated on 15 Jan 2014: Hello all, I apologize for not posting sooner, but I have been really busy, I mean all the way to the last minute. I worked today, so that in itself was busy. I then had to get my 9 year old settled. He is spending the night with his older sister. Afterwards I cooked dinner for my other daughters, spoke to my siblings and other friends. Can you believe after all of that, I ran out to Costco to purchase a pair of yoga pants and a jacket (something comfortable for the trip home). While there I ran into another lady that was there looking for the same thing. We were looking for the same size. The lady and I started talking while looking for the outfit and found out we were buying them for the same reason. She told me she was having the same surgery. We just laughed. I told her I was scheduled for tomorrow morning, she stated she was scheduled for next week. She could not find one set,I found two and gave her one of them. I asked my daughter to go out and look for another one for me while I am in the hospital. I can not believe how fast the time passed by. Yesterday I seemed as though it was so far away. I have not even packed my bag yet. I did not do it sooner due to I wanted something to keep me busy the night before besides worrying or becoming nervous. I am a little sleepy now, but before I lay down, I am going to pack my bag, say a prayer and then fall asleep with my alarm clock all set for 4:30 am. Good Night all and see you on the other side of fabulous... Updated on 16 Jan 2014: I am on my way. Talk to you guys tomorrow... Updated on 19 Jan 2014: have been sleeping for the last 3 days. i am able . oh well,i will try again later, it took me an hour just to type later Updated on 23 Jan 2014: Finally, no meds. I arrived at the hospital at 6:15 am. Met the surgical nurses that were assigned to me. They were pretty nice. Went through all of the pre surgery things, such as weight, temp, blood pressure, iv and was finally marked up. I spoke with my ps and my anesthesiologist for a while. The next thing I remember was waking up with my compression garment on. My ps came to see me. He told me how everything went in my surgery. I ended up being in surgery for 6.5 hours due to the discovery of two hernias and I was also told my blood pressure took a dive. All I can do is thank God for his grace and Mercy. I also thank God for a ps and a anesthesiologist that was able to handle all that they encountered. All in all I was in the greatest hands of all. I was given food and was told to eat. I ate two bites and went back to sleep. I did get up and walk later that night. I remained in the hospital for two days. I was able to return home Saturday evening. Fore the most part, I have been sleeping since arriving home. I do get up and walk down the stairs and around the house. I have been able to sleep in my bed since arriving home. I pretty much stayed on top of my meds. My meds have caused me to have hallucinations and weird dreams. I was told I talked to people that I do not remember talking to. They said I would start a sentence and stop in the middle of it, remain quiet for a while and then start talking again. I am finding it hard to type this, so I am going to stop and try this again later... Updated on 26 Jan 2014: Hello Everyone, I had my fist doctors apt yesterday. All I can say is hallelujah. Everything looks good. No infections, and healing nicely. I lost a drain (ouch) and 17 pounds (yayy) . Three more drains to go. My Ps stated, he will take the rest of my drains out on my very next visit. Of course I can not wait until then. I can say I have not had a lot of energy since the surgery, however I am getting around better now. I have spent the whole day downstairs walking around in the house, sure felt good. Well three more weeks and back to work. Happy Healing everyone... Updated on 26 Jan 2014: Oh, will post pictures this week... Updated on 17 Feb 2014: Have not been on in a while. Every since I was given the green light to go out, I have been out and about. So tired of being cooped up in the house. PS removed my last three drains on the same day. to avoid excess fluid build up, I was told to sit for an additional 5 days. It worked, I did not have any excess swelling, just the norm. I was told I can use coco butter with vitamin E on incisions. He also stated I am still quite swollen, however it will go down with time. I will be going for my next apt on 3/1 at that time I will receive my silicone strips.
My tummy tuck experience was wonderful! I had no post operative complications and my scar's look great! I even received a compliment on the incision's from a friend of the family who is an ER physician. He couldn't believe how well the scars have faded. Extremely happy with my results and love my slim waistline!!
Recovery time after a chemical peel depends on what kind of peel was done and how deep it was. With all types of peels, proper care of the skin after the peel is very important to speed healing, help results last longer, prevent infection, and avoid color changes (hyper/Hypo pigmentation) in the treated area. There are different types of chemical peels, ranging from mild (alpha hydroxy acids; AHA) to medium (trichloroacetic acid; TCA) to deep (phenol) intensities. As a general rule, the deeper the chemical peel, the more dramatic the result and the more severe the effects will be. Common side effects with all these treatments are redness, flaking and scaling, sandpaper feeling skin that can turn brown or a copper color during the peeling process and increased sensitivity to the sun. The healing time is much shorter for mild treatments (1 -3 days) compared to medium and deep chemical peels that can have a healing time of up to 2-3 weeks.
As a board certified reconstructive surgeon, who partners with one of the leading bariatric programs in the US, I have been asked this questions thousands of times. A patient should only consider a procedure to tighten skin as a result of weight loss, either though a surgery or dieting, when the weight loss has stopped. And more important when the patient is happy with the achieved weight goal they set for themselves. Many insurance companies will cover reconstructive procedures of the abdomen and breasts (reduction only) after weight loss.
