RenewalMD - Savannah

After thousands spent on Botox and filler, I took the surgery plunge. Dr. Curtsinger and his staff are A+. I had upper eyelid surgery and endo. lateral forehead lift. i can't praise enough. After pic is 10 days post surgery. Anyone living within 200 miles should at least have a consult first with this Dr. and his team. Many thanks Guys!! Special shout out also to Nurses Karen and Angie.

Let me begin my review by saying that I am grateful and thankful for Dr. Luke Curtsinger and his staff for making my "dream body" come true. I started my weight loss journey on January 14, 2016 (weight 168). I had a consult with Dr. Curtsinger on July 7, 2016 for my torn earlobe and since I was there I wanted information on breast augmentation. After talking with him, I immediately knew that I was going to have the procedure done. On December 16, 2016 (weight 128) I had breast augmentation (36B to 36DD) and abdominoplasty. My recovery has been pretty good, I will say that you will need the support of family and friends to get you through- Elaine (Dr. Curtsinger Patient Coordinator) and Angie (His nurse) are AWESOME whenever I felt emotional they were in my corner rooting me on. Dr. Curtsinger has an AWESOME bedside manner and is very professional. If you're in the Savannah area and is considering this cosmetic procedure I would HIGHLY him. recommend him.

I'm 46 and I have two children. I've dreamed of having a tummy tuck for 19 yrs. I finally decided to go for it. I'm 100% pleased with my results and it was definitely worth doing. I feel absolutely amazing and my stomach feels and looks great. I wish I would have done this years ago. It was well worth the travel from Rochester,New York. Keep up the great work Dr. Huntly you're the best!??
Victoria C

Updated on 3 Dec 2016:

I decide it to get my breast implant removed being that I have had them in since December 2001, and my implants begun to sag after having a child. I was a size 34B to 34D 420cc saline over the muscles when I gotten my first breast implants in Beverly Hills, Ca. I just gotten my breast redone November 8, 2016 at Costal Empire Plastic Surgery in Savannah, Ga by Dr. Micheal Huntly. I chosen him because of his expertise and educational background. I was assured that he was well qualified for giving me the look that I so desired, being that he graduated from medical school with high honors in Anatomy and philology. He elaborated in detail with the texture and size that I want it, and explained to me the complications that may intel with choosing a size implant that may interfere with my daily routine since I am an avid runner and I didn't want any compromises. We agreed to having a breast lift with implants of 650cc saline in both breast over the muscle. I'm 5'4 and 125lbs, with an athletic physique. Overall, I'm very happy at the size and surgeon that I have chosen! My new implants are perky and round, and just the look that I want it ! The staff at Coastal Empire Plastic Surgery were very friendly and warm, they made me feel welcomed. I have no regrets about my second breast implants, but wished that I have chosen Dr.Micheal Huntly the first time !

Ok ladies I absolutely love my new body thanks to Dr. Michael Huntly out of Savannah, Ga!! I am trying to get my before pictures and I will post them. You will not believe how much of a difference my body is!! I am also drinking a coffee that taste amazing, one cup a day and my aunt has lost 11lbs in 2weeks. This really targets back fat and stomach fat. Now back to my surgery! I can not explain how well my surgery went. I had NO PAIN!!! Dr Huntly uses a special shot, that is WAY better than any pain pump! I literally had no pain. I had a complete lower body lift with bbl and breast augmentation all in one surgery!! So now that I am done with all of that......I am ready for my next journey!! I am ready for a spiral thigh lift. I need encouragement from all you ladies on this one. I'm really nervous. I'm thinking after I have this done, I will get a second bbl because I feel it needs to be a little bigger. Stay tuned!!

Im healing well. Still sore and swollen. Had very large uneven breasts before that reached waist. When get preop photos on monday when go for follow up and post them also.

I had been suffering extreme back, neck, and shoulder pain for about a decade. After years of nonsurgical aids (yoga, chiropractic care, physical therapy, massage therapy), I decided to get a breast reduction. After having to wait several weeks to be put on the schedule, I consulted with one doctor who seemed incompetent and unhelpful, and then another doctor who seemed somewhat more competent, but whose staff was unapproachable, rude, and unknowledgeable. Both of the doctors were intimidating, unhelpful, and they did not seem to want to answer my questions. Their before and after pics were horrifying, but I decided I needed the surgery to relieve my pain, and so I would do it despite the bad aesthetic results. Neither doctor could put me on their surgical schedule until they cleared things with my insurance company, but neither would actually take the time to talk to my insurance company either. This was actually the main reason I finally went to see Dr. Curtsinger.

Dr. Curtsinger was the complete opposite of those two experiences. When I expressed how desperately I needed this surgery, his staff got me into see him immediately, and they put me on the surgery schedule with no trouble.

Dr. Curtsinger was open and honest, friendly, and knowledgable. He answered all my questions, and even some that I hadn't thought to ask. He and his staff worked diligently with me and my insurance company to make sure I could feel taken care of and stress-free. The surgery itself was only a few hours, and the recovery was almost pleasurable compared to the back pain that I had been feeling for years. I took no pain medication after the surgery, and just relaxed and watched TV for a few days. The pain I felt was minimal, thanks to Dr. Curtsinger's instructions and expert techniques. I could already tell my back pain was gone, and I was so much more comfortable in my own body.

Even more important than his friendliness, honesty, and attentiveness is Dr. Curtsinger's expertise. Immediately after surgery, I peeked at the surgical sight and was astounded by how natural and perky my breasts were. His scar therapy has already worked wonders -- I'm only 5 weeks post-surgery, and the scars are already fading! He was able to give me exactly what I had requested -- a full B cup (which is a relief after living with F cups!). The other two doctors I saw before Curtsinger told me they could not guarantee even a ballpark break cup size, and that I simply needed to "hope for the best." Dr. Curtsinger, on the other hand, delivered what he promised! My breasts are perkier than they've ever been, and they look completely natural and beautiful. I could not have dreamed of a better experience!

Dr. Curtsinger has since worked with me on removing some precancerous moles, and I could not be in better hands. He even caught some moles that my dermatologist didn't see! I would strongly recommend anyone considering any cosmetic work done to go see him!

had lipoma below beltline..was the size of a nerf football. was hindering everyday activity. contacted Coastal Empire Plastic Surgery. Mr Huntley removed lipoma and also removed smaller ones in my armpits. Very Pleased with outcome Recovery was Fast very minimal scaring smooth tight skin. was cut from hip bone to hip bone along groin area around to but cheeks..both sides also under each armpit. very extensive surgery...all healed well....great outcome.. regained self confidence. down time was minimal..appoximatly 6 weeks.......

I have made Dr. Michael Huntley my one and only favorite Dr. I have been going to Dr Huntley for 13 years he's done my breast implants , lip implants liposuction , Botox, and Rhinoplasty . I love everything he have done. I would recommend Dr. Huntley at Coastal Empire Plastic Surgery to anyone who, is looking to have cosmetic surgery. The Staff is friendly and Kathy Conner is my friend for life. I am a real person and these are my very real feelings Thanks guys for all you have done I. Bryant

I had the saline implants implanted some twelve years ago. I went from a small B to a large C and, ultimately over the years, with stretching of skin and maybe some weight gain, a very full D. The boobs were natural looking and soft and I enjoyed them for about nine years, there were no complications. Some of my friends and acquaintances didn't even know I had implants. Then I guess I outgrew them–the implants, not the friends. They got in the way–I'm petite and athletic with small hips they just overpowered my silhouette. It was hard to find things to wear that didn't make me look matronly or slutty. I just wanted them gone. And I wanted a lift of whatever was left.

It was some time before I could afford to remove them but did my research. I read a lot here, on Real Self. I consulted with several doctors, all of then men, who told me I would be unhappy with an explant/lift and that I should put in new, smaller ones. A few suggested that I drain the saline and see how I liked the resulting size; one or two said my skin would retract some, and at least one said there is no such thing as skin retracting. (That last one also told me I had significant sun damage on my face, that I look older than I am and that he could help me with that. I hadn't asked for his opinion on that, but that's another story.)

And then I met the fabulous Dr. Megan McGovern, who had no problem with the idea of an explant and a lift without new implants. She said she'd do whatever I wanted–within reason, of course–it was my body. I still didn't have the money (or the time for recovery) for the whole shebang but for a very fair price she drained the saline. I immediately loved the small breasts, even with the empty bags inside, even as sad-looking and saggy as they were. I was able to wear what I wanted and running/lifting/yoga were so much more pleasant. But the breasts were pretty sad looking, I am lean and the bags poked out on one side or another, particularly when I was lying on my back or on my side. It was difficult to find a bra that fit; my cleavage area was hideous. Usually I wore sorts bras. Anyway, that's how it was for two years.

Until just yesterday. I finally had the surgery: explant and lift. It was absolutely painless all day yesterday–thanks to several drugs. I was warned that I might feel nauseated and queazy, but I didn't at all. By the evening I was walking around a bit. Today I can feel the incisions. They hurt, but only a 5-6 on a pain scale of 10. Thanks to the drugs, probably. Muscularly, no pain. As I write this, I've not yet taken the bra and the bandages off to see what I've got.

But I wanted to post, I've been meaning to post because it helped me a lot to read what others have shared. I'll keep you posted.

Updated on 5 Sep 2014:
So I think they are pretty swollen, even the cleavage space between them is squishy and watery feeling. They look really far apart from each other, wide on my ribcage. I know that they were widely spaced before, but I hoped to correct that. I think it may be because of the swelling and the tape underneath. I like them but I'm hoping that there is more slope to the upper breast once the swelling goes down. They itch like crazy.

Updated on 10 Sep 2014:
On Monday I went to my first follow-up apt, the tape was removed and evidently my skin didn't like the tape: I had little pimple-like blisters around the tape lines. The tape was replaced with paper tape, and I was given a prescription for antibiotics. Doc said it looked like a yeast infection which is odd because I VERY rarely get those. The bra was driving me crazy and Doc gave me permission to switch a supportive cotton one, which I thought I had but I don't, so I wore a minimizer, Werners or Playtex or something, nylon/spandex, that I bought when I had the empty bags in and was saggy and misshapen. The size of the bra was perfect–and comfortable at first. The healing was going so well that I thought I could do more than I should have, moving around more than I should have. So starting last night the stitches started busting and itching something awful. Because of the antibiotics I was instructed not to take any meds, so I didn't but I sure would have if I could. Ice. Slept miserably. I replaced the paper tape, ouch level 6 on a scale of 10. Then switched back to post surgery bra, which is now oddly enough, really comfortable.

My doc, by the way, recommends raw honey for the incision sites. It's a natural antibiotic. You just cover the honey with paper tape or maxi-pads so you don't stick to your bra. and it turns out to be quite soothing. Amazing.

Here are pics from yesterday.

Updated on 13 Sep 2014:
A few pictures from this week.
I decided to take off the tape and just wear the bra because it makes sense to me to let some air in. When they'd get sore I'd put honey on the incisions and a pad over the honey to protect inside the bra. Then frozen peas. The honey and the cold together are amazing. So soothing.
I've felt so good the past few days that it's been hard to remember to take it easy, not reach for things on the top shelf or the back seat. But I remember pretty quick because the skin around incisions is still really tight and painful when stretched.
Some great feedback from my body, after taking it so much easier and resting more: no back pain. It's not like I was carrying extra weight in the boobs, but I guess I typically carry a lot of $h*t around in my purse.
I have some TNS ceramide cream by skin medica that is excellent for helping skin heal and regenerate after chemical peels, so I tried it on the rash under my right nipple and it seems to help a lot. I put a little on the stitches (actually the stitches are inside, so I guess on the scar) and I think it helped that too.
I feel like it should be ok to sleep without a bra but I guess I won't until my doc says so. I can't wait to take it off, it's incredibly uncomfortable to sleep in.