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Duran doll July 24th! Tummy tuck, lipo and vaginal lift-Dr. Augustina Hilario Duran - Dominican Republic
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I want to lose the apron of stretched skin that...
WORTH IT$4,800
I want to lose the apron of stretched skin that hangs in my lap, I want to have a trim waist line adding to the curviness I seek and I want to regain the confidence I once had. The idea of what I am going to do (extended TT, breast lift, vaginal lift and liposculpture of the whole mid section of my torso (minus the ab area, of course.) is scary but exciting. I have certain fears, there are so many things I am looking forward too. Albeit, I am terrified of the cons, I keep my mind on the prize of the pros=) I have researched my Dr quite a lot, Dr. Quiroz of Cosmed, he has many more very happy clients than not, I try to be realistic about expectations, potential complications, I really read the things that the nay sayers had to say (lack of pain meds, perhaps less than perfec stitching.) I do plan to address all these things with my Dr before surgery. Im in the process currently of losing weight, getting my passport stuff situated, getting my lab testing done and booking my flight. I will be going with my best pal (who is fluent in Spanish) and staying in the recovery boutique for up to 2 weeks following. I have had a fairly good experience thus far, although, I do agree getting phone calls/emails back are a bit difficult. Im going to leave my mind open and hope for the best=) Will keep you posted!!
UPDATED FROM Prissypoo81
1 month pre
I'm so confused!
I was told yesterday that I will need a vertical AND horizontal tummy tuck to get the desired results with dr Quiroz (trim waist line)..this is horrible=( I'm honestly debating going to DR to see Dr Duran. Any Duran dolls out there? It's just so many girls say they wake up during surgery..this is not ok! I really wonder how many girls wake up vs those that don't? Seems pretty common from what I read. I need some help from my fellow mommy make over patients..any one have anything to add?=/ my surgery with Dr Quiroz is planned for end of July..I haven't even heard back about a quote from Duran..I hear she is near impossible to reach. I don't trust any of the other Dominican drs, to many scary reviews..ugh, what to do??
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February 9, 2015
If I can get a drum skin, flat tummy I wouldn't mind having a vertical and horizontal tummy tuck. In doing my own assessment (been an RN for 20yrs) I think I need one. I just can't stand having a poochie one more day! I had a regular TT before but still have no actual waist line and when I bend over my abdomen hangs down on the right and left side of my midline. I can also literally grab a handful of flesh from both sides of my abdomen, yuck!

February 14, 2016
Me too I have all that and I'm looking forward to going to Dra Duran in DR this year around May 2016.

August 12, 2015
I woke up 3x's in surgery and I felt calm and I even asked to see my doctor on 3 occasions to make sure he was doing my surgery..lol. I didn't feel anything not tugging or pulling. That's is actually a good thing because your not under so low. I was able to tell my doctor and he confirmed it and said, "yes you did." lol
June 30, 2017
Go to dr miguel mota he is great and they will stay in contact with you and he will call and talk to you so pull him up on this site and look st his work hes very good he just did my cousin and she looks good no complaints i am going in april for my mommy make over
UPDATED FROM Prissypoo81
1 month pre
got a message back from Jazmine at Bella vita regarding Duran
Wow, that was fast! Jazmine from Bella vita has offered me her services to be my liaison with Dr. Duran. Granted, it's going to be an additional $300 for her services, but she will take care of all my needs and get me a date as soon as July 21st! That's like 6 weeks away! This is so exciting! :-) I'm hoping after I fill out ask the paperwork that I qualify to be a good surgery candidate! P.S. her services are normally $150, but I requested expedited service. Anyone have any thing to add about bella vita??
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June 9, 2014
Thanks for starting your story on RealSelf! You sound very excited about this journey! Did Dr. Q. mention why you need a vertical incision as well (do you have extra skin/fat above your belly button)? I don't know about women waking up during surgery, but that does sound awful. Please continue to keep us posted. And if you post photos, that is shown to increase engagement on stories, so you might get more attention and replies that way. :)

June 9, 2014
Hi there, well..Dr. Q said I did need the vertical as well, but I'm going that with some aggressive Lipo I won't need it. I've heard nothing but horror stories about infections, longer than expected down time, necrosis and ugly scars with the vertical/ horizontal tucks. I'm exploring all options at this point. I did give Dr. Q a deposit of $1000, I hope I can get it back if I change my mind?
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