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36 Yr Old, mother of 3, Full Tummy Tuck with Liposuction and Muscle Repair - Allentown, PA

Name: 36 Yr Old, mother of 3, Full Tummy Tuck with Liposuction and Muscle Repair - Allentown, PA
Item: Edward Guarino, MD
Rating: 2
Author: vs1139

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Having 3 babies had taken a toll on my body. Loose...

vs1139November 16, 2015

$6,000

Having 3 babies had taken a toll on my body. Loose skin and a stubborn layer of subcutaneous fat left me feeling very self conscious. After getting breast augmentation surgery in May '15 I felt I was ready to tackle this bigger scarier surgery. So far I can say I'm happy I did. I'm only 5 days post op and still quite swollen but can already tell I'm going to have great results.

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Edward Guarino, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (6)

lisalookslovely

November 17, 2015

Looking good. I will follow you. I am getting same thing with lipo and fat transfer (why not?) Looking good!

vs1139

November 17, 2015

Are you doing a BBL? I wanted to but my doc isn't doing it yet and my SO was against all surgery to begin with and really against that so I didn't do it.

vs1139

November 17, 2015

And thanks for the compliment! I'm actually feeling pretty good too. Walking around better now and drove a short distance today to do about an hours worth of shopping. I needed to rest after that tho, strange how little energy you face after surgery.

Glynis c

November 17, 2015

Omg what you doing you looked lovely before. Can't understand anyone putting them selfs through this when u look like that's to start with.
I only pray that the results are good because would be such a shame you were perfect before.
Happy healing
G

vs1139

November 17, 2015

Aww, thank you but as I said the picture is a bit deceiving. However although I admit I was not obese or in terrible shape to begin with I was still unhappy with the loose skin on my stomach. No amount of working out could tighten it and because of the separation in my muscles I couldn't get any definition in my abs. I am very excited to not have to tuck my stomach into my jeans when I sit down. Or always have a towel around me at the beach if I sit. Or worry that when I bend over to pick something up my stomach is going to hang. It's all about feeling good about yourself and I hope the results I get will make me feel confident once again.

Glynis c

November 18, 2015

I wish you the very best and hopefully you are happy at today end if your journey.
Glynis.

UPDATED FROM vs1139

5 days post

Before pic - not a great one

vs1139November 17, 2015

So as most of you know when your boyfriend wants to take your picture, especially in a bathing suit you know how to pose in a way that positively accentuates your body. That was the case in this photo so don't be fooled. Will post more before pics tomorrow hopefully.

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UPDATED FROM vs1139

9 days post

More before pictures

vs1139November 20, 2015

These were taken in my doctors office in August

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Glynis c

November 20, 2015

Hiya sorry to say but I think you looked better before hand, need to see up to date photos.
But really I think this PS should have told you to go away and don't be silly. You are beautiful in these photos and I would not go with this PS I think all they have seen is money making.
I truly wish you all the best can't turn the clock back so I hope you are happy.
Take care
Glynis.

MTerry3065

November 22, 2015

I agree with Glynis. Your before pics are amazing. I don't think you will improve upon that except you got rid of a tattoo and replaced it with an 8" scar. But glad you are happy with your results because that is all that matters.

vs1139

November 22, 2015

I find your comment completely unnecessary. Yes I got rid of my tattoo and replaced it with a scar as you say. I happen to heal beautifully and my scar is below my waistline so no one will ever see it. This site is for people to share their personal experiences so that others can gain knowledge and can make a more informed decision if they are contemplating surgery. Not a place for you or anyone else to tell me or anyone their personal opinion on my personal choice. This is just another form of body shaming. Why can't women just support each other?! Just because I wasn't obese or in terrible shape before doesn't mean I shouldn't get a surgery that I wanted to make myself feel better. Do you think your comment was nice? Do you think it's nice to tell someone currently recovering from a major surgery that you agree they looked better before? I just don't know what makes you think that was ok. Same goes to Glynis who I chose to not respond to.

Nena30

December 3, 2015

OMG get out of this site if you are going to be disrespectful! Realself is to support each other!! I am so sorry vs1139 that these two ladies are being so insensitive!

toniverb

November 21, 2015

Your before pictures are amazing. You look great. I'm surprised you felt you needed to do anything at all. I hope you heal quickly and feel it was all worth it.

vs1139

November 21, 2015

Thank you! I know it doesn't look as though I needed to do anything but trust me, there was plenty of skin to lose, even got rid of my tattoo. Lol
So far I'm happy with my decision, and I'm sure will be even more thrilled once I'm all healed. Btw your pictures look great!!

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