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It's been a year! (Tummy Tuck/Lower Body Lift, PA)
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UPDATED FROM michtrif
1 year post
ONE YEAR later Tummy Tuck/Lower Body Lift Lehigh Valley, PA
Today is ONE YEAR since my Tummy Tuck Lower Body Lift. I can't believe it's been a year! I have absolutely zero regrets and I LOVE my new body. I have been thinking of having Dr. G take a look at my arms to see what he might suggest. But not for awhile yet. Today's photo was taken as my "before" photo, as I just started a new workout routine (Focus T25) to change up my regular fitness routine and take a break from running. My scar is still pretty visible and pink. I don't scar well, so I was expecting this. I still tell everyone I know about Dr. G, and was shocked when his name came up in convo with a friend- he had restored her face after she was in a car accident back when she was a teenager. There is nothing this man can't do. I'm still extremely pleased and would do it all again in a heart beat!
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October 21, 2013
Whoa! You look amazing, just amazing. Thank you so much for updating your story 1 year post. Time passes and this is exactly what people need to know before they go. Good luck on your Focus T25. I seriously had to do a double take when you said it was your before pic. it looks more like your after. :)
November 14, 2013
Wow! I'm so glad I found your review! Questions: When did you fit into your pre-op pants comfortably? Did your waist get bigger after the TT and then get smaller? How do you like T25? I was doing P90X before my surgery. I am dying to workout again and it's only been a week since my surgery! :)
November 14, 2013
hi! I am glad you found my review helpful.... I have to honestly say, it took a LONG time before I was feeling less swollen and fitting comfortably into my pre op clothes. I was able to put my jeans on again after 2-3 weeks, and they fit, but not quite the same way they didm before surgery. I can't explain it, but I was so swollen by the end of each day. My surgery was in October and I was still needing to wear my compression garment at night in February- not all the time, but some days were worse than others. As for exercise... ENJOY your time off! I tried to start walking again after 4 weeks, and it was HARD! Before surgery I was able to run 5-6 miles. After surgery I was barely able to walk at 2.5 on the treadmill for 20 min! healing takes a lot out of you. Hang in there and let your body heal and you'll be back at it in no time. I think I felt almost fully recovered by 7-8 weeks. That is when I started running again. I really like T25. I am in my final week of Alpha round,but I cheated this week and did a few Beta workouts. They are really tough, but it's so great to be done in 25 min. Good luck... and enjoy your recovery! I hope your surgery was worth every cent! I know mine was! :)
November 14, 2013
Ok, question: So when did your pre-op pants/jeans finally feel good and fit like they did before your surgery? I HATE that I can't get into mine right now! Did you end up losing inches around your waist? :)
November 16, 2013
Relax... you are still so fresh out of surgery! Stay comfy in yoga pants! :) it was probably a month before I was able to be comfy in my pre-op jeans comfortably. I remember being upset because I was hoping to lose a size or 2 and my pre-op jeans weren't huge on me like I thought they would be. I think I lost a few inches in my waist, but it wasn't drastic.Hang in there, you have a long road ahead. But I PROMISE by 6 month from now you will love your new body. This past summer I rocked a bikini for the first time in my life! You will too!
UPDATED FROM michtrif
9 months post
9 months post Tummy Tuck/Lower Body Lift
Nothing much has changed. I am probably more active now than before. I felt myself getting "soft" and needed to change my workout routine. I am lifting more often and heavier and making sure I work my abs a few times a week. I am noticing subtle differences after 6 weeks doing p90x. My scar is fading- more in the back than the front, mostly due to sun exposure. I am careful to put sun screen on my scar when I'm outdoors. It's nice to finally have some color on my belly, which had never been seen by the sun in my life! We spend most afternoons at the pool these days. ah, summer. I am not afraid to strut my stuff in a bikini. My confidence is at an all time high. My hubby says I am the hottest chick at the pool. LOL. Still no regrets. I tell everyone about Dr. Guarino. He is a miracle worker.
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July 20, 2013
Love your results! I was too scared to do the lower body lift. I was so afraid that the back part of the incision would rip open. My TT incision goes pretty far around though. I'm having a heck of a time with swelling, but I'm otherwise very happy. Can't wait to get back into my pre op clothes. Your abs look amazing!
August 18, 2013
Thank you! Yes, swelling was awful for me too... I think for about 4 months, and especially at the end of the day. Once I was really moving again (and watching my diet) I was feeling better. Congrats to you!
August 11, 2013
love your result my friend goes to you i have insurance but you dont take it i was wondering if u do pay ment plans
August 18, 2013
I'm not sure i understand your question, but Dr. G accepts CareCredit. I needed to pay for my procedure in full 3 weeks before surgery.
August 19, 2013
can i ask u what u getting done. n how is his payment plans are ty you for giving me info
August 19, 2013
I did not use his payment plan, but I know he offers Care Credit to make payments affordable. I had a lower body lift.
August 19, 2013
yes. I had a lower body lift and lipo on my inner thighs at that price. www.drguarino.com
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