Still Not Sure Which Doctor to Pick - Asheville, NC
Growing up, I was always a large child and I...
Growing up, I was always a large child and I remember asking what those markings were on my thighs in 3rd grade. I found out they were stretch marks and from that day on, I have always been fat. Until I had my second child. At age 21, I weighed 212 pounds and 10 years later I am at 145 pounds. So now I am left with flabby skin and stretch marks. I also have diastasis which is where my abdomen muscles have separated right down the middle from my last pregnancy. There is literally a 2-3 inch gap in between my muscles. I have been eating super healthy for about 5 years and running, kickboxing, and doing spin classes 3 times a week. I just can't seem to lose any more flab on my stomach. I swear if the flabby skin was gone, you would see a six pack underneath! OK maybe a 3 pack. Anyway, so I have decided to get a tummy tuck and maybe a breast lift. My other problem is this doctor I am considering. He seems really great but a little on the old side. I was trying to watch his hands and they seemed a little shaky but couldn't tell. Anyone have this experience? He's been a plastic surgeon since 1979....is this too old? Should I be worried or am I being paranoid?
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I agree with Kimmers. Do you homework and don't go with a doctor unless you feel extremely comfortable and confident with her or him.
This tummy tuck patient in Asheville seemed really happy with her choice.
Ok, I finally pick my doctor. And no, he is not...
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Congratulations on making you decision! The 25th will be here before you know it.
I am excited for you!
Well, I finally did it! I am post TT 4 days now....
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Congratulations! You look wonderful and what a flat tummy!! WOW
Keep us up to date when you are awake and in the right mind...LOL
Welcome to RealSelf! Congratulations on the weight loss and exercise program. That is wonderful and a job well done! I know how hard it is to achieve this so your tummy tuck is well deserved! You are correct in saying that the skin will not go away on its own. Mine was awful and hung....UGH! The only way to fix this problem is to have it removed.
Being in great shape and super healthy is really going to help in your recovery process. You will be glad to have the strength after surgery.
How did you find your doctor? And did you meet with more than one? I highly recommend meeting with at least three surgeons. Make sure you see pictures of previous work they have done and that they have all of the required credentials. Ask how many tt's they have performed and how long they have been in practice.
Now is the time to do all of the research in order to make sure you are comfortable with your decision. I have a little bit of the OCD when it comes to researching these things.
I look forward to reading your posts as you go through your process. Will you be posting before and after pics?