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Hello, Im new to realself and have been...
Amerie_SnatchbackJune 12, 2014
WORTH IT$4,900
Hello, Im new to realself and have been researching on tummy tucks for the past month. I'm 24 yrs old and have one child who was 10lbs at birth (c-section of course). I have that "pouch" that I just cant get rid of. I changed diets and added exercise in to my routine but I have extra skin that I cant get rid of. Im ready to get my sexy back!! Im searching for a good surgeon in the GA to perform a tummy tuck. I would like a Dr. that performs a drainless TT. please feel free to leave any suggestions or tips on this process that would be helpful in choosing a surgeon. let me know if any residencies are a good idea!
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Drainless TT research and concerns
Amerie_SnatchbackJune 15, 2014
Everyday Im spending hours surfing the web trying to find info on drainless tt and PS who perform them in the Atlanta area. I prefer drainless because who has time to be empty drains while in pain?lol.(ughh so extra) I found plenty PS in Dallas TX who do them, also patients with reviews. But Do I really want to travel to get my surgery done?? No.I think it would be better to find a PS in my area who I feel comfortable with and save the traveling money for a new wardrobe. So far I found two PS in my area who do drainless but I cant find many reviews on their work,(plus there a little pricey). I watched TT journeys on youtube of people filming the day they got there drains taken out BIG MISTAKE (ouch!!) There were mixed reactions, some good and some not so good. I enjoy watching and reading journeys of others, always keeping in mind that everyone's results are different. If it comes down to nothing, I may have to suck it up and just commit to getting drains bc I'd rather have the work done correctly than have regrets about it and waste hard earned money$$. Ive made a couple inquiries on consultations to get a better idea of what kind procedures would work best for me! I'm hoping to get this done before my birthday in February!!
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June 15, 2014
i had my TT on wednesdays and the drains really dont bother me. they dont fill up to the point where i have to drain frequently. The most i drain is twice daily and they are never full when i drain them. I am very glad I have the drains because otherwise that fluid would remain in my belly and make me more swollen, and the swelling is bad as it is so i think the drains are a must. I am not longer taking pain pills, it gets better after a few days. i am all for the drains!
June 15, 2014
My neighbor had a stainless TT with Dr McNeel at Marietta Plastic Surgery. my Sister had one done with Dr Zwiren and he does quilting stitches and drains but his partner does drain less. Look up Prima Cosmetic Surgery Center. You might change your mind after a consultation as that fluid has to go somewhere and in the end drains are no big deal. Dr Z also makes his own pain pumps so the pain is minimal. Good luck.
June 15, 2014
Thanks!! I was actually looking into the Prima Cosmetic Surgery Center. I believe Dr Nakano does the drainless there..and then Dr Hana at Marietta Plastic surgery also. They are the only two i found in Atlanta area for drainless TT. Im starting to think drainless may not be a good idea, although I have seen very few successful reviews. Im just wondering why arent PS using this technique thats been around for a few years now.....
June 16, 2014
Dr. z explained it as risk vs reward. He isn't willing to take the risk as there really aren't any negatives with the drains. In either case you can get a seroma and I am afraid of needles so I would rather not take the chance. the prices at Prima are much less than what is quoted on this site as well because they have their own accredited surgical center on site. Make sure you understand the benefits of that before you leave your consultation.
June 16, 2014
I highly recommend Dr Nakano at The Prima Center in Duluth, GA
I had the drain less TT & very happy with the whole experience. I did a lot the shopping around before going there & heard nothing but great reviews!
June 16, 2014
Wiw.you look great!!! Did you have lipo with your tt? You also had yours done at the hospital??
June 16, 2014
You can read my profile about my drain less TT and since I'm 1 yr post op you get the full picture. I did not plan drain less but DR Nakano decides it on case by case basis. I had very little fat removed & he felt that I didn't need them.
June 16, 2014
I had my Tummy Tuck June 10. Of course drains put in. A tummy tuck is not a hurting pain. I ts a sworeness/ tightening in the stomach. So having drains is ugly but priceless because their a must and is the simplest thing to take care of. I live in Atlanta also. But if you read my blog I chosed to go to Miami $3900 only for tummy tuck with lipo. I paid $348 for 7 days at hotel and $642 roundtrip ticket for 3 adults. Plus the doctor I chose do their own in house financing. So read my blog from start to end. Hopefully it helps. But don't go out country because USA doctors will not see you if you cone back with complications.
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6 months pre
First Consultation Tomorrow!!
Amerie_SnatchbackJune 25, 2014
So tommorrow I have my first consultation appointment and Im sooo excited.Im taking my first step in the process of getting my body back!! Ive wrote down a million and one questions to ask Dr. DiFrancesco. I cant wait to get my quote!Im hoping its nomore than 6k. Im also still searching for a Dr for my 2nd consultation. I really love Dr Cochrans work in Columbus Ga, which is four hours away for me..Really not trying to travel after surgery though. Im thinking between Dr.Nakano or Dr.Crispin. I want a PS who knows how to cater to Tummy tucks. Plastic surgery is like art, they need to have an eye for sculpturing the body and also keeping it neat at the same time!! Well I will keep yall updated on my consultation tommorrow, Ive also added a pic of me right before I had my son.Yea i thought i could eat what i wanted while pregnant and bounce right back..umm yea right..Im PAYING for it now literally..lol
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June 26, 2014
Glad you're getting started. Yay!!! I'm still going back and forth between getting it done here in Atlanta or DR.
June 26, 2014
DR seems to be a real popular place to go for surgery. I've seen some good outcomes and so not so good reviews from there. Be careful!! I know there medical standards are different from the US. Did you have your consultation with Dr Friedlander yet?
June 26, 2014
Yes and I really liked him, then I discovered this website! I'm obsessed with it! At first the thought of traveling was to scary for me. The last few days I've been second guessing my decision. The Lipo seems to be really aggressive over there and the results look amazing immediately. Sigh...idk...just gathering a bunch of info.
June 26, 2014
Your wish pic are great! And I think DR will give you, your best results even tho atl is good to but DR gives you the best results, my cousin went bk in March and she look great...
June 28, 2014
You have a good canvas to work with. Your results will be sexy sexy sexy!!! Have a great weekend
December 17, 2014
You look amazing! I had my baby when I was 18, and I'm 23 now and I've never worn a bikini cause I'm waiting to get my tummy tuck :(
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