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46 YO, 145 Lb, 5'3",ashamed of Arms and Back Fat, Lipo Scheduled! - Atlanta, GA
UPDATED FROM ponymom
2 years post
Three year later...Big disappointment
ponymomNovember 14, 2018
$5,000
I was just having a conversation about lipo with a friend today, and thought I would update this post. This was not only a huge waste of money, it left me with more scars and loose skin. I have lost some weight, and returned to a healthy diet and exercise program since the last update. If you notice in the photos, the “rolls” looked worse 5 months post lipo. What I didn’t recognize at the time was that the skin was no longer supported by what was underneath. I now have little flaps of skin hanging at the bottom of my arms (mini bat wings). This obviously cannot all be attributed to the lipo. However, I know it made it worse, with no positive gains from the pain and suffering. I have a couple of friends who have had lipo on their lower bodies and said the exact same thing...no noticeable results but new scars and less skin quality. It may be a good option for some people in some areas, but definitely not for me.
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UPDATED FROM ponymom
5 months post
A little over 5 months
ponymomMay 29, 2016
Now 3 pounds lighter than when I had procedure. It is only getting worse.
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June 23, 2016
To be honest, I don't think you even needed the procedure in the first place. For 46 years old you look great. I don't even see any sagging skin. But for your height and weight if you loose 10 lbs, that should take care of the extra fat. So go on a healthy diet like weight watchers and hit the gym. That's about it and you will be great. Sorry you had to lose all that money for an unnecessary procedure.
June 23, 2016
Thanks. I wish I had not spent the money, either! You're right, though. That's what I get for trying to take the easy way out! I have picked back up with healthier diet and exercise. I fell off the wagon for a few months post lipo-it hurt! I'm about 3-4 more pounds down, and my energy level has returned to the pre-lipo level.
June 23, 2016
Oh glad to hear. I'm all for plastic surgery that's why I'm looking on here, but I do think that something like you did was totally unnecessary and especially when what you want to achieve can be done conservatively and realistically obtainable!! Don't be so hard on yourself you look great
June 25, 2016
I understand your disappointment, but I also agree with the others regarding how you looked in the first place. In your post before this one, you said that you had an appointment with your doc but did not report what he said (unless I just missed that). I am interested in his explanation because, I too, would be expecting to see more result by now. Also, it would be nice if he offered to do some kind of radio frequency/laser type treatment over the area---free, of course.
I am your age and last summer had the lipo under my chin. I know it is a smaller area, but yes, the results were noticeable the first time I removed the compression garment and got better over time. My PS said to definitely take a look/pic without the garment before the swelling really set in which would take a while to dissipate. I did, and he was right because once the swelling set in, it didn't look as good until later. But at least I had hope to what it might eventually look like when all was said and done.
The good news for you, and I am really jealous about seeing how I am the same age and height as you, though at 147 lbs., is how slim your stomach area is. I am apple-shaped, but I know that the area on the flanks/muffin top which is my latest hate, is causing my waist line to be much larger than the rest of me and making buying clothes more difficult. I am also just now dealing with sudden a sudden increase in circumference of my arms. So with the same issues as you, I was really interested in your post.
I am currently looking into Ultrashape treatment. True, smartlipo will most likely have greater and longer lasting results, but I was opting for Ultrashape because of no interference with my work schedule.
Not knowing what your PS said at the last visit, might you consider going to a different plastic surgeon for a consultation about what might enhance this previous treatment, kind of like a second opinion? Usually initial consultations are free. At least hearing what a different PS has to say might make you better prepared for your next conversation with your initial PS should you continue seeing him.
Again, I understand your disappointment though maybe it DOES take more time to see results for lipo to larger areas. I'm no expert. As I continue on my quest, I am just now looking into the Fast Metabolism Diet. I noticed someone suggested that you to just lose 10 lbs, and all should be well. Yeah, but one, I don't know about you but at this age, losing 10 lbs is very hard to do due to hormones and whatnot, and two, you just paid probably thousands of dollars, not to mention the physical discomfort to solve this problem. You DESERVE answers for why you are not seeing the more obvious result you paid for.
My suspicion is the doctor did not remove enough cc's of fat. My PS told me last summer that some PS are conservative when they do lipo to avoid the possibility of a lumpy look. I would consider seeking a consultation with another PS for his take and/or revisiting your own regarding other possible treatments (Coolsculpting, etc.) to enhance or expedite the results from the lipo. Try to get it for free or at least a much reduced rate due to your displeasure with the lipo results.
Good luck!
June 30, 2016
I think your advice about getting another opinion is sound. At least I will have a better idea of questions to ask. I still have to schedule the follow up. I've been waiting to see if something happened or got better!
June 30, 2016
You should have seen a big difference by the 2nd week, dont seem like he did lipo, I would ask to re-do procedure at no cost.
UPDATED FROM ponymom
4 months post
Disappointed
ponymomApril 17, 2016
It's been almost 4 months since the procedure. I took photos this morning, and the results are interesting, in that I look a lot worse now than prior to lipo. I am within 2 lbs of original weight. I'm going to schedule the follow up with Dr. Z and see what his opinion is.
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April 17, 2016
Let us know what he says!
April 17, 2016
Will do. I'm hoping others on here will offer their opinions. It's hard for me to be totally objective, but I am typically pretty realistic. I don't expect to be a super model, but I did expect to look a bit better. Please tell me what you think. I will not be offended, I need objective opinions.
April 17, 2016
I don't see a big change from your before to your after. I am sorry you are disappointed. You should def go back and see your doctor again. Hopefully he will do revisions at a discounted rate.
May 24, 2016
I had lipo in the same area as you with Dr Z. I am unhappy as well because he promised me those areas would go away. I did a tummy tuck and lipo. If it wasn't for me hitting the gym this would be a waste. I am scheduling and appointment with him tomorrow morning because I am a year post opt and I am unhappy
May 24, 2016
I had lipo on my arms in 2003 and was not happy with the outcome, even after revision. Finally, this year I went to Dr. Su in Tampa (even though I live in Maryland) and he did an incredible job. I know paying another dr is not the ideal situation, but if you seriously want a great result, pop down to Tampa and see Dr. Su. I posted a review of my procedure and pics on here so you can check them out. I am going to see him again in late July for a different area. He is a very talented man.
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