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Hello All! I'm scheduled to get a mini tummy tuck...
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I'm scheduled to get a mini tummy tuck with Lipo on 1/4/16. I'm 5ft and I weigh 180 pounds. My PS said I have visceral fat so I want to eat right and workout in until the date of surgery and lose 30 pounds (1-2 pounds a week). If I lose over 25 pounds should I have another consultation before my surgery?
I'm scheduled to get a mini tummy tuck with Lipo on 1/4/16. I'm 5ft and I weigh 180 pounds. My PS said I have visceral fat so I want to eat right and workout in until the date of surgery and lose 30 pounds (1-2 pounds a week). If I lose over 25 pounds should I have another consultation before my surgery?
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October 7, 2015
Keep going I lost some weigh too so right before the surgery I talked to my doctor an he tell me what he was gonna do and I pretty much like it and I still swollen
October 13, 2015
Hey, I'm having a full tummy tuck end of October 2015. Why have you chosen mini? Do you have children? I'm wondering how my scar will look as I'm your complexion.
October 19, 2015
I went in for 2 consultations with Dr. Okoro. He advised a mini is all I needed....but I really want my waist small again and I'm thinking about asking for a full TT with muscle repair
October 19, 2015
Oh I see, I'd rather just do the full tummy tuck to be honest but if he doesn't think you need it then Dr. Knows best Maybe u don't have too much loose skin or very separated stomach muscles.
October 13, 2015
I have just had a mini tuck in july i am not happy with the results at all i see my surgeon in 2 weeks and i am hoping he will redo it & pull the skin tighter if i knew then what i know now i would definately go for full tuck, i had never had a operation before & never been under anastetic so i was really scared so opted for the mini how i regret it i have been so upset with result so really think about it & my advice is go for full.
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October 19, 2015
Thank you! I've been so concerned about that! I really feel like I need a full TT with muscle repair. I will ask the Dr. If I can.
UPDATED FROM BodyByOkoro
5 months pre
My consultation
Dr.Okoro is amazing. The staff is warm and supportive. I had my consult on the 20th and I was actually 193 pounds. I'm already down to 186. This workout and eating healthy is not a game! I want great results so I also have to do my part. Pics to come soon!
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UPDATED FROM BodyByOkoro
5 months pre
Weight loss going well!!
I'm down to 183! 10 pounds down from my consult weight and I still have months to go. How did I do it? Eating very clean and doing moderate workout. My motivation is being as healthy as I can be when I have my surgery.
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August 31, 2015
You Go Girl!
Just wanted to add...you say that your motivation is being as healthy as you can be for when you have your surgery and that is AWESOME. Your recovery will be so much easier if you are healthy and in shape.
I'd like to empower you to take it one step further...be as healthy as you can be for your LIFE! My hubby and I lost a lot of weight and our cholesterol, triglycerides, and other important things that blood tests measure went down. We have increased energy and feel so much better. The docs have said we've probably added years to our life.
So definitely be motivated to be in great shape for your surgery, and keep it that way to show off that beautiful new you...for many years to come!
Good luck with your journey - it is so exciting, isn't it? :)
Just wanted to add...you say that your motivation is being as healthy as you can be for when you have your surgery and that is AWESOME. Your recovery will be so much easier if you are healthy and in shape.
I'd like to empower you to take it one step further...be as healthy as you can be for your LIFE! My hubby and I lost a lot of weight and our cholesterol, triglycerides, and other important things that blood tests measure went down. We have increased energy and feel so much better. The docs have said we've probably added years to our life.
So definitely be motivated to be in great shape for your surgery, and keep it that way to show off that beautiful new you...for many years to come!
Good luck with your journey - it is so exciting, isn't it? :)
August 31, 2015
Wow! You are so right! That will be my mindset now. Be healthy for my life. Thanks for the encouragement! I'm extremely excited about this journey and really appreciate the support.
Welcome to the community. Check in with your doctor as you get closer to the date and have lost weight. My tummy became more and more saggy as I lost my weight. After dropping 60 pounds I definitely needed a full tummy tuck. I realize everyone's skin elasticity is different though.
Watch this Video on Mini Vs Full and you will find it helpful. http://www.realself.com/video/mini-tummy-tuck-vs-f...: <rs-video-player video='{"id":"31","external_id":"3182497925001","uri":"video\/mini-tummy-tuck-vs-full-tummy-tuck"}'></rs-video-player>
Keep your options open and be ready for the full tummy tuck if necessary.