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36 Years Old, 2 Children, Wanted to Get Rid of Stubborn Lifelong Belly Fat - Bethesda, MD
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I went to see Dr. Magge originally for a breast...
BcfzApril 21, 2016
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I went to see Dr. Magge originally for a breast lift but need to hold off on that for several months since I just stopped breastfeeding. Though he originally recommended a tummy tuck, after seeing me for a second consult (as I wasn't even thinking of lipo when I first met him), he found that I was still a candidate for SmartLipo. I was adamant that I wasn't going to do a tummy tuck. Fortunately, he was not remotely pushy but he was very honest that I would get the best results with a tummy tuck due to my two pregnancies. I took a chance and booked my SmartLipo surgery immediately. They accommodated my needs and I was on the operating room within four days.
It has only been a week at this point but I am very happy with my results! I already have a much flatter stomach and that pooch I've had my whole life is gone. He removed 1300cc so there was a good amount to get rid of. My pain is minimal and I stopped all meds within 3 days of the lipo. Fortunately, I tend to heal quickly so I can't say whether everyone will bounce back as fast but I know that being in Dr. Magge's hands for this procedure definitely impacted my results.
I look forward to seeing the final results in a couple of months when my body is done healing but I am so happy I went to Dr. Magge. He has been wonderful throughout this process.
It has only been a week at this point but I am very happy with my results! I already have a much flatter stomach and that pooch I've had my whole life is gone. He removed 1300cc so there was a good amount to get rid of. My pain is minimal and I stopped all meds within 3 days of the lipo. Fortunately, I tend to heal quickly so I can't say whether everyone will bounce back as fast but I know that being in Dr. Magge's hands for this procedure definitely impacted my results.
I look forward to seeing the final results in a couple of months when my body is done healing but I am so happy I went to Dr. Magge. He has been wonderful throughout this process.
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UPDATED FROM Bcfz
8 days post
8 days post op
BcfzApril 22, 2016
Here are some pictures from this morning. Minimal swelling in the morning (increases a bit by the end of the day). Still wearing my medical grade compression garment 24/7. I have never had this flat of a tummy in my life. Keep in mind, the scars on my stomach are from a previous surgery several years ago.
Replies (3)
April 22, 2016
I was the same way, I refused to get a tummy tuck because of the down time it involves. I had quite a bit of fat to get rid of off of my upper/lower abs and love handles. Once I had my kids I had a pouch on my lower abs and once I had my hysterectomy, that pouch hung over my bikini line! I did the Smart Lipo and I couldn't be happier! I put myself in a life style/eating habbit training 3 weeks before the surgery. You can't get all your fat removed and then think you can eat whatever you want, it CAN come back!! The main thing I would tell everyone is to PLEASE do your research!! Cheaper isn't always better when it comes to your body! So glad you are happy with your results and I hope it just keeps getting better!! :)
April 22, 2016
I agree, cheaper isn't always better, actually it's often worse. I was lucky that my doctor was having a SmartLipo promotion. He's a board certified plastic surgeon at a highly reputable office but he's new to the area, hence why I think they were offering the promotion... To build up clientele. I already work out 2-3 days a week so the lipo wasn't part of a weight loss scheme for me. I was just trying to get rid of that jiggle that I've had since I was a kid.
Thank you for your helpful input and well wishes! Glad to hear others have had great results too!!
Thank you for your helpful input and well wishes! Glad to hear others have had great results too!!
April 28, 2016
Hi I booked my surgery with Dr. Magge for 5/27. I'm so glad you had such amazing results. Do you have any before pictures?
That's wonderful news -- thanks so much for sharing your personal experience here on RealSelf. We would love to see your transformation -- would you consider sharing some before and progress photos with the community?