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I Like my Body but Little More?

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Johnny Franco, MD, FACS

Johnny Franco, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.8 | 469 Reviews
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June 29, 2017
Absolutely no difference. You don't have much, if any. Did he even attempt to grab your fat??
September 2, 2017
That is whole point, I was not a good candidate for the surgery. Should told me "No"or to "gain weight".
I don't mind didn't get the butt ,(I don't know fat would survived anyway) BUT I am up sad over bad liposuction. MY STOMACH IS lumpy and has waves on lower back and bumpy waist . He recommended implants but I didn't do it because I didn't know enough , I am so glad I didn't ! Because he only offers Subfacial implants . Don't like that .
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February 12, 2018
I agree...wish I had read more or done more research above the days and days I had already done...I am sagging way too low and most fat is gone...did you ever do a revision?
February 14, 2018
I am planning to go Dr Stanton or Dr Temmen .I am still mentally not ready . I was in so much in pain and I am still numb in few areas . He’s not a good Doctor.
November 19, 2021
When a Dr puts the patient first he is honest but when they want the money they lie. Just like he lied to me too. He took my full payment for surgery and then told me he wasn't doing it 2-3 days after!! Nothing but lies is what I experienced with his unorganized and unprofessional staff
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January 20, 2018
My sister just did BBL. But 700cc. So made a noticeable difference. I did the implants. Omg. Was NOT prepared.
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February 14, 2018
I have posted pics let me know what you think about the dropping
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1 year post

One year

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It's been a year and one month since my bbl . I still weigh about ( 1-2 pounds lighter) the same as day of surgery but no improvement. It was not worth fat transferring 200cc and went through that pain. if it stay on would been fine but it did nothing for me . I would be ok with out the butt if at least liposuction was good enough that I think I have a little nicer waist line , but instead I have bad liposuction. I still have tingling and itchy on and off . Now I am looking for revision and implants for the butt . I wish for small but projections will be nice . I am debating Dr Mejia or Dr Stanton .

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April 6, 2017
Omg now you got me thinking Not going with Dr Franco
I'm 5'2 and 130 pounds and I want a good size butt that will fit my frame... I been checking on he's Instagram pictures and most of them are butt inplants with fat transfer
So what can you do now do you get a refund or a list half ?
What can patient do if we spend money and time off for something we DONT LIKE are we covered just like they are when they make you sign papers I think is BS because they make money of out you but you are NOT HAPPY WITH THE RESULTS
IM SO SORRY FOR ALL THAT TROUBLE AND PAIN YOU WENT THRU
April 30, 2017
What is your body fat %? I can see your muscles from the picture so I am going to guess you are at 15-20%. Definitely a bad candidate for the surgery but disappointed that the doctor did not inform you about it. Uneveness is a very high risk for liposuction and I see that in almost every before and after picture in realself and it is even worse when you have limited fat.
April 30, 2017
The problem is we think we have alot of fat but we don't especially if we are fit and have a good amount of muscle. If the women in the before look fluffy and were able to get 1000cc per cheek, then it is highly likely you may get a fraction of that. I had a bbl with another doctor and was extremely disappointed with the result. I looked the same as the before and I weigh 140 lbs..
April 30, 2017
You have projection btw and I am going to guess that it is from the squat....
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May 9, 2017
I ended up doing butt implants because (with all the lipo I've done), I had no more fat to transfer. My best friend did BBL and she is one of the few people I've seen that was able to keep her fat. But her doctor also transfers 500cc+ in each cheek, so I'm sure that had something to do with it.
May 10, 2017
I am sure with large amounts of fat is transferred than will stay some of it . long as if you don't get too skinny and exercise .
How is your implants? I am planning to get implants as well .
May 10, 2017
You don't mine sharing ,Which Dr did your implants?
How big are they?
Hopefully you healing well!
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May 10, 2017
I love my implants and glad I went with the smaller size. However, I'm always AWARE of them (like when I get a message) and I can't do certain exercises. That is the trade off. But I love way implants added curves to my flat butt.
UPDATED FROM Beautyself
5 months post

First day of concern

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This pictures were my second day of home after the surgery and I was concerned about the results and I sent pictures to Dr and he said no worries , but I did worry, because looks bad and I don't think was right when surgery was done so quick ... 21/2 hours... However, today I am still dealing with same spots. So ,it is and was the problems that I thought was .
I am going to give myself another six months and training to be fit and see what happens , it might all go away...I Only hope ... I may find a Dr to do revision, but mean time I am going to try my best to be fit again . Go back to my on routine and life style.,. Be a athlete and traveling around world!

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August 8, 2016
It was 5th day ...
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August 8, 2016
I agree with you being fit is the best thing we can do for ourselves and our body! I myself can not wait to get back in the gym I feel so flabby and out of shape since I had to gain weight for this procedure. I started applying heat on my lumps on my belly and it seems like it softened them up instantly (not sure if your still having any lumps). I've also heard of massaging the lipo areas and some people are using some type of machine to help smooth everything out.
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August 8, 2016
The good news is that it looks fixable just do some research and you'll get it resolved and travel the world and enjoy your fit body because that's where true beauty really lies and won't disappear over night and leave us depressed, broke, and disappointed. I would not only research plastic surgeons but also maybe even dermatologists that specialize in skin resurfacing and tightining. I would make sure that they specialize in revisions and have all the credentials, experience and reputation to back it up. Good luck :)
August 8, 2016
Thank you !
I have some lumps but it is getting softer . My disappointment is the dents and unevenness more then anything is the Dr ...
But it is done now.., I have been depressed and I can't stop thinking about for months . Even I was in vacation for a month I was thinking about it all the time.
I am ready to let it go and live wonderful life I have . As goes on life if l find someone I will consider a revision.
I will also look into dermatologist as well ,like you said (Good idea) .
Thank you and wish you the Best!
August 8, 2016
I looked at your profile. You turn out beautiful!
I looked into your Dr as well , do you like him ? We have a house in CA. So I could easily go there instead Miami.
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August 8, 2016
I understand how we can get depressed after going into a procedure expecting to come out better than how we went in. I am still scared that I will wake up and have issues, so I'm definitely not in the clear yet. There are countless women who go through this on a daily basis. This is a major risk and my number one wish when I had mine was to at least come out how I went in because of all the stories I've read on here. I would have been ok if I didn't get the desired results as long as I did not come out with irregularities etc. I really appreciate you saying that I look great however I am hesitant to recommend my doctor until I'm fully healed (at least 3 months) and I can see if I developed any of these issues. I am still healing and BELIEVE me I have some lumps that I'm massaging daily on my tummy. Everyone on here including the doctor is saying that it's normal at this stage. They are getting softer so we will see. I go see him Friday for a follow up And see what he says after he sees everything. I also would like to see how much volume I actually end up with at my 3 month mark. I will definitely keep you posted! :)
August 9, 2016
Yes . I understand your fears. Small lumps will go away . Keep massaging. Hopefully volume will stay as you wish !
I lost all of it ,because I only received 280cc .
What I undestand is 600cc is minimum of fat transfer would make it difference and notice . I would been happy with 400cc , 600 would been too much for my body style and my desire. My wish was even I don't get ANY BUTT at all I was ok with it , long as liposuction turn out good and even . And I did not expect to have different size of butt cheeks either ! It's not really noticeable for others (? I think) but I can see it is ...however don't worry much . I think you look great and be fine . My problems, I knew it first day after the surgery . It Did not looked good .
I had a big dents and a fat pocket were left it on ...
I would love to see how you heal. And looking forward to hear about your Follow up !
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August 9, 2016
Thanks for the encouragement. I am hopeful that you too will find a solution to the issues that are bothering you. Stay strong and don't give up on finding a solution but also don't put your life on hold for these minor imperfections. Life is way too short to waste it by only focusing on one thing, that only makes up a very small percentage of who we are. Get out there be fit and see the world!! :) I really can not notice any difference in your butt cheeks. They look even in the pics. I should have a better idea of what my results will actually be in about 3-5 more weeks. That will put me at the 2 month mark. I will keep you posted.
August 9, 2016
November 19, 2021
Yup, I believe you!! He leaves way too many gaps on Che checks he rushes too much and does a horrible job I guess that's why not all Dr will do what he is risking to do because they know a bbl takes time and it's sculpting and not good combined with other procedures because you won't get the same results. Money calls tho
September 14, 2016
Don't worry. Get around 15 massages and you will look fine.
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September 16, 2016
Yes it look like you need massages and compression
September 16, 2016
Hello, did your situation improve?
September 16, 2016
It's been 6months now . Things are better but I still have that pocket remain as fat pocket and I have a dent on the side and uneven low back . I am going to find a doctor to go revision .