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26 Years Old, No Kids, Very Active, with Problem Areas - Atlanta, GA

UPDATED FROM Nurs2012
7 months post

7 months post op

Nurs2012
$8,000
Hello All,

Just giving a post op update with pictures. It's been 7 months. Overall I'm pleased with my results. I want to give some tidbits to those considering smart lipo...this is NOT a fix all. I gained 14 lbs after surgery because I was still eating horribly. Over the last month I've been eating better and am now 8 lbs away from my preop weight. Also...you'll notice that I have areas on the sides of my abdomen that looked a little dipped in. These are pockets that have little to no fat. If I continue to eat right and work out...I think I can handle those areas. Feel free to ask me questions about my journey. Good luck!

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Ramana Puppala, MD

Board Certified OB-GYN

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UPDATED FROM Nurs2012
4 months post

4 month update

Nurs2012
Here is my 4 month update. There is change...but just not enough for me. I'm trying to be snatched! I'm considering having more done.

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July 9, 2017
what is your height/weight? did doc say anything about how much visceral fat you have? I see a difference but it is subtle! hope you are feeling well and recovering well also ^.^
July 10, 2017
I have fully recovered... didn't have any issues. I only have very minimal numbness in my lower abdomen. When I went to a follow up with him a few weeks ago he told me my upper abdomen seems to have visceral fat
September 16, 2017
I can definitely tell a difference! If you were looking for a different/more result, discuss with your surgeon about a revision or potentially talk to other surgeons to gather their opinion. That will help you decide on moving forward with another surgery if you choose to do so. Good luck!
September 29, 2017
There is definitely change..just not as much as I was expecting... I'm still disappointed
October 2, 2017
I am scared I will have the same results a you. Not much change. My doc did tell me for best results to have a tummy tuck. I have had 2 kids and I just didn’t want the scare. I am currently 2 days post op. I posted my pictures and reviews up. I hope for results but girl, I say get a revision or another docs
October 5, 2017
I'm considering a tummy tuck now...i haven't had kids yet though
October 6, 2017
I would DEFINITELY wait to have children if you plan to before a tummy tuck. Pregnancy will ruin the results and you will have to have it done all over again. Something to consider for sure. Your plastic surgeon would probably advise the same.
October 6, 2017
I've heard
November 10, 2017
You will be fine hopefully and better than me!
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1 month post

1 month

Nurs2012
Yesterday made 1 month...even though it feels longer lol. I still feel pretty much the same about my results...i do feel/look smaller but I just was expecting more. And yes I know...I need to be more patient lol but seriously, am I being unreasonable with my expectations? anyway here are my 1 month pics

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April 6, 2017
I just hit my one month mark too. Just keep going and look at your before pictures for inspiration!
April 6, 2017
I do all the time lol
April 9, 2017
You are smaller. I'm sure you wanted to see even more, but I hear it takes time. I have realized that the back rolls I still have probably will stay and I will need a tummy tuck if I want a flat stomach. I'm finding that the swelling takes time and the compression garment helps. Is your garment really tight? I think that makes a difference, mine is really tight.
April 9, 2017
Yea and i wear mine all of the time..im just impatient lol
April 9, 2017
I'm impatient too lol I'm so badly wanting the rest of my back fat to go away but it's still there. I'm hoping it's just swelling but I don't think so. We have to be patient, it's a process.
April 9, 2017
Me too!! And yes I'm hoping it just takes more time
April 24, 2017
I can see the difference. Thank you for sharing. I'm having a similar procedure and have a similar body type. Do u know how much was removed?
May 9, 2017
3 liters in the front and 1.5 liters from each side on the back
May 8, 2017
There's a difference. Will you post pics. I'm going through the same thing and would love too hear more of your story.
May 9, 2017
I just started back working out eating right. So I'll be uploading pics at the end of the month ☺
May 11, 2017
It. Takes. Forever! Keep looking at before pics and it will help you. Eat healthy to help relieve your swelling and enjoy your new bod!
May 11, 2017
Thanks!!!