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CLAIM YOUR PROFILEIt is not possible to fully answer your question without pictures, but it is common for the areola to be reduced during breast reduction surgery. Also, the skin around the areola is often gathered when the excess skin is removed. You may see some of this gathering in the incision, but it should smooth out with time and healing. You can often help this with massage of your scar. If you are concerned about the areola shape or worried about how this area is healing, you should address this with your surgeon.
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It is often difficult to tell on an exam if a silicone implant is ruptured, but if there is concern, an MRI and/or ultrasound can be helpful. You recently had surgery and thus the pain could be due to other issues such as infection or scar tissue. You should discuss this with your surgeon and be evaluated. Best of luck.
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Costs for a breast lift or mastopexy can vary. Several sites, including this one, list average costs for procedures. Costs generally include the operating room, anesthesia, and the surgeon's fee. The procedure is done as an outpatient in most circumstances (meaning you stay for a few hours after the procedure only, so no overnight stay in the hospital). Recovery can vary depending on the exact procedure, but often patients are restricted from strenuous activity and lifting for about 2 weeks. You should contact a board certified plastic surgeon in your area to see if you are a candidate and go over your questions. If you feel your breasts are too large, a reduction might be a better option.
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When you can return to your normal activities after expander reconstruction is something you should discuss with your plastic surgeon, before you begin. She knows you, how you are healing, and what activities you are returning too. In general,though, patients can start to resume their activities once they have healed well and the drains are out. For patients without complications, this usually occurs in 2-3 weeks after surgery. Patients may need time and help in returning to their previous level of activity, however. Physical therapy can often be quite helpful for some patients.
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Recent literature suggests that the risk of clotting (DVT and/or PE) is higher in abdominoplasty patients than with other plastic surgery procedures, thus, your doctor may want you to be on blood thinners for a short period of time after your surgery. You should discuss his/her reasoning in light of what you are having done and your medical history. A stay overnight after surgery depends greatly on this information as well.
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I tell my patients to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Fad diets and some medications can actually be detrimental to the healing process. Check with your surgeons on medications to avoid, and the timing of when to stop certain medications, including over the counter medications, prior to surgery.
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If you are only looking for a lift and are happy with your breast volume, you should do well. You can always have an augmentation with an implant at a later date if you feel that you need more volume.
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Some people make suture abscesses or "spit" sutures as their body is dissolving the sutures. Clipping or pulling out the offending suture can speed up the healing process. Massage can also help the sutures to dissolve and can positively influence the healing process. You should see your surgeon so these areas can be assessed and treated (with clipping for example).
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Pregnancy, as well as weight gain, can sometimes cause the tissue between the abdominal (rectus) muscles to stretch out. Even if you had this area tightened with your tummy tuck, your pregnancy could have caused the tissues to stretch again. An exam by your surgeon can evaluate your tissues for stretching. You may decide to have the area tightened again.
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While we have made strides in implant reconstruction in patients with radiation, there are many factors involved and the risks will always be higher than implant reconstruction in a patient that did not receive radiation. It is not always an option. You have had two failed attempts at implant reconstruction. This is not hard to imagine, then, that it would fail again for you. Your options now are no reconstruction or the addition of healthy non-radiated tissue for reconstruction.
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Dr. Bedford was a very caring doctor to work with. You can tell she was a mother of 3 kids because she took the time to answer all my many questions and ease my worries. I would highly recommend her and most importantly, I believe she is a trust-worthly and honest person that will guide you in the right direction and recommend the treatments that are truly best for you
I had my upper/lower abs and also my waist done on yesterday by Dr Bedford. So far everything looks great! I'm glad I decided to move forward with the procedure in spite of the reviews. I was very nervous, and changed my mind twice before actually getting it done. I did not experience any pain during the procedure; just a little discomfort. Dr. Bedford did an amazing job! After Pics coming soon. Updated on 27 May 2017: Well I did my review too soon, and I can't believe I wasted $6,600!! My husband and I are looking at my body, and my lower Abs look completely the same! I am very upset that I have put my body through this unnecessary, expensive, torture! Initially I thought that my results were favorable because my waist looks smaller! Well, that's about the only thing that looks like I had even a little work done! I think they purposely do not take enough fat out to make out come back! I wish I had heeded the warning from other victims, but like always I seem to have to learn the hard way. Please find somewhere else to have our procedure done, regardless of the price! You get what you pay for! I did research for months and still bit the bait! I am very Angry that I didn't follow my first mind! Look at my Before and After pictures. I hope this detours you!
SonoBello (Atlanta, Ga.) First I want to give thanks for the outstanding customer service I received from the staff of SonoBello @ Hammond Dr. in Atlanta, Ga. From the beginning to present they're still inquiring and giving me encouragement and tips regarding the impending outcome of the procedures I had done Oct. 2015 (I'm very excited). Dr. M. Susann Bedford (Board Certified Surgeon) was the best! I really appreciate her pleasant disposition. She called me at home to check on my well being; that's a 'truly' caring doctor. Dr. Bedford gave me inspiration SonoBello toward my 2016 Better Body Summer results (Yea!!!) Again Thanks! LadyD God Favors Me
This is just week 3 I'm so happy with the results as of now....the doctor was really nice her and the nurse answered all my questions...I got my upper abs lower abs and hips done...she removed about 5 liters of fat....If u get this procedure please have at least a week off of work.... I went back in 3 days big mistake....I had swelling and bursing due to the fact I forgot to take the meds for swelling that they gave me ....u suppose to take 2 days before surgery...I'm still in slight pain ...I have huge balls in my stomach that I need to massage Updated on 15 Nov 2015: I'm feeling a lot better I just have pain from the hard balls in my stomach other than that I'm ok...I'm so happy with my results each week it gets better and better... I still have alot of swelling...I don't know if it's just me but if some one touches my stomach or side I want to cry it's still tender how long will this last? Updated on 6 Apr 2016: I'm super late but here's my 3 month update Updated on 6 Apr 2016: I'm sorry ladies I'm super late but here's my 3 month results I'm almost 6 months out but will post pictures when I got to the doctor in May... Updated on 2 May 2016: I'm soooo happy with my results ....I would recommend smart liposuction to anyone....I'm thinking about doing my lower abs again and adding the bra roll in the back...I have an apt to meet with the doctor on the 10...wish me luck...
I had a breast augmentation by Dr. Bedford and could not be happier with the results and my overall experience. My main goal was to have a natural appearing enhancement, and Dr. Bedford spent a great deal of time with me to pick the right size and style of implant for my body. I felt comfortable the day of surgery, much in part to the privacy of the on site surgical suite and the wonderful staff. My results were exactly what I was hoping for. I highly recommend Dr. Bedford as she is an excellent surgeon who truly listens to and cares about her patients.
Well I did my review too soon, and I can't believe I wasted $6,600!! My husband and I are looking at my body, and my lower Abs look completely the same! I am very upset that I have put my body through this unnecessary, expensive, torture! Initially I thought that my results were favorable because my waist looks smaller! Well, that's about the only thing that looks like I had even a little work done! I think they purposely do not take enough fat out to make out come back! I wish I had heeded the warning from other victims, but like always I seem to have to learn the hard way. Please find somewhere else to have our procedure done, regardless of the price! You get what you pay for! I did research for months and still bit the bait! I am very Angry that I didn't follow my first mind! Look at my Before and After pictures. I hope this detours you!
I have only seen one lipo review for Dr. Susann Bedford with Sono Bello in Atlanta. I was just wondering if there are more people out there that have used her for smart lipo. The office staff is really friendly, helpful and nice, and the dr. seems great but i just do not see other lipo reviews on her.
After obsessing about this for a long time, reviewing treatment alternatives, I decided to have SmartLiposuction. So far I'm not feeling very smart. I'm wondering if I wasted my money and put myself through unnecessary torture. At two weeks post treatment, I'm still in constant discomfort and look terrible. Hopefully things will improve soon.
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