38 Y/o Mommy Makeover, Worth It!

I also wanted to mention that Dr Wallace provides secondary insurance that’s covered by him. Most places don’t offer this. So if there is anything that happens unexpectedly, you have coverage to help with what could be billed as your responsibility. I’m still a little lopsided fluid wise but I am using a vibrating platform I stand on, and as I get more comfortable with working out again, I’m going to run sprints and see about dropping some fat. I’ll also discuss possible future revision with additional lipo to achieve the look I was going for. I’m grateful I’m not where I was, but I’m not quite where I want to be. I have a 3 month post op soon, and will plan to update this review again soon with changes!

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Surgery done: I had a full mommy makeover, tummy tuck with muscle repair, hernia repair, breast lift and implants.
Consultation: From the moment I sat down with Dr. Wallace, I knew within the first 5 minutes he would be my surgeon. Being a post-surgical nurse, I had my questions lined up, but he answered everything down my checklist without me even having to ask. He anticipated what was pertinent and important, and he spent an hour and half with me. I never felt rushed, I felt like my concerns were important, and trust me I’ve met my fair share of surgeons. He listened to every single concern, answered every question. All the staff in the office are genuine and truly care about you. They treat you like family.
Surgery Day: When it came to day of surgery, one of my biggest concerns was post operative nausea and vomiting. The anesthesia protocol used was phenomenal, the process kept me comfortable and I didn’t experience nausea at all until car rides later on. Pain was not an issue for me. Abdominal pain was way less for me than my breasts.
My history; I’m a mother of 2, I’ve had a gastric sleeve in the past and lost 95 lbs, and I’ve had a c-section. I have always had excess skin, and I’ve wanted this for over 12 years.
Post op: recovering was nothing compared to what I thought and read online. Granted everyone is different, but I slept in my bed with a wedge behind me, keeping me at probably 45 degrees, and a wedge pillow for my legs, so I slept in beach chair position, pillows propped under my arms.
I did have a complication where my drains got clogged and the fluid had to find it’s way out opening my abdomen incision a little. I lost quite a bit of blood during my surgery, but I lost even more at home in bed when my incision opened. This led to a hospital stay for a couple days, BUT I was stitched up, received blood, drains were patent again, and Dr. Wallace came to see me, and stayed in touch with me the entire time. Not only him, but his office staff kept in touch as well! As scary as this experience was, they were with me the whole way.
Progress: I will post photos and updates.
I do have swelling more so on my left abdomen than my right. My left breast still has nagging pain, massage helps. Im now 8 weeks out, so I’m gathering my photos to get updated photos up. Healing takes time. Eating right and exercise will make it even better. I did have a setback so I’m trying to be patient with myself!!
If you’re considering Dr. Wallace, you will not regret it! His bedside manner is confident yet humble, he’s got a great sense of humor, and he cares about how you feel. Set up your consult!