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Tummy Tuck, Breast Lift (No Implants) and Lipo Bra Roll

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22 days post

3 WEEKS POST-OP

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Violet1983
WORTH IT$12,000
Staples and stitches ALL OUT, wound tape ALL OFF. One more week with binder and I can switch to Spanx. Finally functional (sort of)! Still stuck in a slouch to protect my problem spot and give my skin time to stretch, but can finally go for a short walk, cook an easy dinner, do (very) light housework, and work from my home office. Results slowly but surely improving-my scar has turned red but I learned that it is part of the process. I have just started using Scar Away Silicone tape. I am usually allergic to adhesive, but so far the silicone tape feels good. I feel more secure/comfortable with it on because it makes me feel protected without the annoyance of regular tape. I’ll keep everyone posted on how it works. As far as meds, I take 1 Hydrocodone per day (half in morning, half in afternoon), half a soma once a day (if needed-not everyday), and sometimes Tylenol PM (because I still have to sleep inclined with pillows under my knees to protect the 3.5 inch section of my incision that is still healing ????). More than I expected, but I’m not gonna beat myself up about it. I get a little better everyday, so I’m gonna have to just deal with this one day at a time...

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Robert Colgrove, Jr., MD

Robert Colgrove, Jr., MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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June 7, 2018
You look AMAZING already!!! Reading your story sorry about the rude impatient nurse that’s the worst your already vulnerable and uncomfortable she really should be nicer. Keep us posted your Dr. did an amazing job.
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June 8, 2018
I will, and thank you! As far as the nurse-I'm already over it. The surprise for me was that it was possible to get one's drains out without pain! I wanted everybody to know so they realize they have options in case they get a bad nurse.
June 7, 2018
You are looking awesome! You Will feel like a new woman when you are able to stand straight! Also glad to hear your incision keeps getting better!
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June 8, 2018
Thanks, New Me! I just wanna be where you are. Standing up and chilling out by the pool!!! :)
June 8, 2018
That day will be here before you know it! Keep taking care of yourself and I'm looking forward to the next update!
June 20, 2018
Your results are looking fantastic! Reading through your story has given me a few laughs and real truths. Would love to follow along with your recovery. My MM (BL/TT) is scheduled for July 6th. Happy healing!
September 6, 2018
You are looking amazing!!! Please do you mind to share why you decided to only do a breast lift instead of adding silicone?
I have a body very similar to the one you had. I need TT, lipo and breast repair. I am scared of adding silicone to my body but I am not sure how a lift only will work.
UPDATED FROM Violet1983
17 days post

2 WEEKS POST-OP PHOTOS

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Everybody heals differently, but this is where I’m at.

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UPDATED FROM Violet1983
17 days post

2 WEEKS POST-OP PART TWO: HEALING

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Incredible. With the exception of 3.5 inches of incision at my pubic hair, all of my incisions are as thin as paper cuts. I don’t know hoe Colgrove did it. Some parts of which are all ready barely visible at two weeks. I'll post pics, but ignore the bruising and adhesive gunk. Also note: the scars look darker in my photos than in reality. My boobs are still high and a little squared off. I'm sure it'll take at least a couple of months for them to round-out. The right one needed a small amount of lipo for symmetry before the lift, so it's temporarily higher/harder and more sore than the left. My belly button is still healing but it looks amazing. For 2 weeks, it was outlined in black stitches so close together that they looked like they were put there by a sewing a machine. When Robin removed them, it looked as if there was no surgery. I don't believe it will scar at all. That said, as a result of my tight skin (and possibly rushed mobility), the 3.5 inch center of my incision is healing slowly and messily. It looked scary and I posted a pic of it as a question on Realself, but the doctors told me to quit trippin. I’m not worried anymore because it's healing quickly. So far, the results are exceeding my expectations.

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