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2 YEAR UPDATE WITH GHAVAMI - BEVERLY HILLS, CA
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I am a 20-something year old woman who has been...
$12,600
I am a 20-something year old woman who has been wanting a bigger butt FOREVER. My butt has a nice shape but it only looks decent when I'm overweight. When I get down to my ideal weight (complete with a small waist), my butt goes completely FLAT. I've thought about getting this surgery for several months now but got really serious about it a couple months ago. After extensive research, I chose Dr. Ghavami in Beverly Hills. He is known to specialize in this surgery and his credentials are amazing. So I feel comfortable and safe knowing that he has great expertise and knows what he's doing.
My surgery is set on August 24th and my consultation is August 2nd. He is really booked so I put a payment down of $750 last month just to schedule my surgery 2 months in advance. The earliest date they had for a consultation was August 2nd so I didn't want to wait so long just to have a consultation, then wait even longer to schedule surgery, so I just scheduled everything at once (very impatient woman here lol)
So anyway, right now my waist and hip measurements are 36-40.5..I measured my waist around my belly button (the farthest extended area), I don't even know if that's the proper way to do it, but whatever lol
I am currently around 144lbs and I'm 5"5. I'm actually trying to gain more weight because I want a DONK..if I'm paying all this money, I want to be walking around looking like Nicki Minaj's little sister lol. I am going to make sure I emphasize this to Dr. Ghavami at my consultation. I will update then :)
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July 29, 2012
I did the same thing as you. I scheduled my surgery but didn't have my consultation yet. I was just wondering how do you know the cost if you haven't had your consultation yet?
July 31, 2012
I asked for the price range..they told me it starts at $7900, so I'm assuming it'll be somewhere around there. The price depends on how much fat he has to transfer and from what areas..everyone is different. You can't get an exact price until you go in for the consultation and he examines you, so I won't know until my consultation.
July 31, 2012
I was just looking at your pictures and I can tell you will be looking sooo good after your BBL =) You already have nice curves and your stomach is way much more nicer looking than mine so I'm positive you will look H.O.T.!!! =D Good luck and hope you keep us posted =)
August 1, 2012
Thanks so much! That makes me feel good about the results I'll get, because I've been kinda nervous, but hopefully my results will be good. My consultation is tomorrow, the surgery date is getting closer, I'm so excited! I will definitely update you guys :)
UPDATED FROM Carly101
22 days pre
Today was my consultation! The staff were really...
Today was my consultation! The staff were really nice and professional and the office was beautiful. Dr. Ghavami and I discussed the surgery and his technique. He examined me and said I'm a great candidate because I already have a butt and a nice shape. He said my results will be amazing =] that made me really happy and I'm even more excited than before (if that's even possible lol). He was very nice and pleasant, and made me feel comfortable. I'm really happy I gained weight because he said I'm at a great size for the surgery and told me not to lose weight. Back in March I was 128 lbs..if I would've stayed that size, I don't think I would've had enough fat to transfer to get the results I want, so I made the right decision.
I told him I wanted my butt to be BIG with LOTS of volume. He explained to me that transferring too much fat would look good for a year or two, but the added weight would cause it to SAG low and hang over time 0_0 this is not what I want AT ALL. So I told him I want it big but to put the amount that he feels is appropriate so that I won't have that "hanging" problem lol. I trust his expertise so I'll let him do what is best. He said he'll transfer around 700-800 ccs, so that's a good amount. I already kinda have a butt, so this should be enough. I'm very excited and looking forward to my surgery date. I will keep you all updated.
I told him I wanted my butt to be BIG with LOTS of volume. He explained to me that transferring too much fat would look good for a year or two, but the added weight would cause it to SAG low and hang over time 0_0 this is not what I want AT ALL. So I told him I want it big but to put the amount that he feels is appropriate so that I won't have that "hanging" problem lol. I trust his expertise so I'll let him do what is best. He said he'll transfer around 700-800 ccs, so that's a good amount. I already kinda have a butt, so this should be enough. I'm very excited and looking forward to my surgery date. I will keep you all updated.
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August 7, 2012
Cant wait to see your results when you get your bbl, im sure youre gonna look great :) please keep.us posted
August 21, 2012
Had my BBL 2 yrs ago with Dr. Ghavami. Spent $9500 and a yr. later all the fat reabsorbed. So now I'm back to no booty. Think about it before you spend all that money.
August 21, 2012
@ natdreamcatcher =( ... Do you recall how many ccs you had injected?? Did you loose weight?? Have you spoken to him about it?? I just had mine 6 weeks ago and I feel and look like [RS bleep]! There is such a minimal difference in my booty that is not worth the $12,000 I spent =/
August 23, 2012
Had 600cc injected each side. I did call to inform him about it, he said to gain weight and he would do it again. Of course, it would cost me another 9500. Absurd...for I'm still paying for my BBL which I paid for with a C/C. So disappointed.
August 23, 2012
OMG! I HAD THE SAME AMOUNT INJECTED. I SAW HIM A WEEK AGO AND I TOLD HIM HOW UNSATISFIED I AM, AND HE JUST ASKED ME TO GIVE IT AT LEAST 3 MONTHS AND HE ALSO TOLD ME TO GAIN WEIGHT!!! WTF!!??? I WILL SEE WHAT HAPPENS NEXT TIME I SEE HIM... =/
August 25, 2012
It's a little too late for that for me lol. I am going to try to take extra precautions to keep the fat from reabsorbing but if it does, there is nothing I can do about it. If I hadn't gotten this surgery, I would've always wondered what the possibilities were if I got it. So I'm glad I got it, at least I will know. Sometimes you have to take risks in life :) Everyone is different also. Just because 100% of your fat reabsorbed, doesn't mean all of his other patient's will.
August 21, 2012
Hi Carly 101, I just had my surgery with him 6 weeks ago. Had 700ccs injected and at least 60% got reabsorbed. So I'm pretty sure you won't be satisfied with the amount you plan on getting. My butt is still flat and my belly still fat. I feel like [RS bleep] knowing I spent $12,000 for nothing. I honestly feel worse than before. Im crying daily. Hope you are sure he will give you what you want. Good luck =)
August 25, 2012
I understand you're emotional and upset because you didn't get the results you wanted, but to tell me you're pretty sure I won't be satisfied is unnecessary. I just got my surgery and the last thing I want to do is worry about that. We are two different people so you cannot be sure of anything concerning me, you can only speak for yourself. 700 ccs on you can look very different on someone else. I hope you feel better and that you become happy with your results.
August 25, 2012
Carly101, I'm sorry you took my comment the wrong way. In no way am I trying to discourage you. I was just trying to give you my honest advice since it seems 700-800ccs don't really make a difference. I really hope your results will be better than mine. And yes, you are right, every body is different. Happy healing and hope you keep us updated. I will update until I reach the 3month mark. Take care :)
August 25, 2012
Ok, I didn't mean to snap at you, I just want to be as positive as possible because I'm already under a lot of physical stress right now. Thank you for your honest opinion though. Your results look amazing, please keep us updated with everything and I will also =)
UPDATED FROM Carly101
1 day post
Yesterday was my surgery. Let me first say that Dr...
Yesterday was my surgery. Let me first say that Dr. Ghavami and the surgery staff were absolutely amazing. They were very polite and made me feel at ease. I had my surgery yesterday morning and I'm grateful that I'm not in a crazy amount of pain. I read so many stories on this site about how horrific the pain was afterwards but I am happy to report that, although I'm incredibly sore, I feel much better than I expected :) My surgery was at 8:30 a.m Aug. 24th and it's now 3:16 a.m. Aug. 25th. I've taken pain medication and also nausea pills because I felt a little light headed..I'm also taking bromelain, arnica, vitamin c, and some post op pills I purchased from makemeheal.com. It hurts quite a bit when I move, but when I'm still, I feel fine. I feel a lot of soreness. The anesthesiologist told me it would feel like I worked out a week straight without stopping and I definitely agree.
I don't notice much of a difference in my butt so far through the garment, but I keep reminding myself that it's far too early to be critiquing, so I'll stay patient. Not sure how many ccs I got, but he told me he would probably be able to inject 700-800. I told him I wanted as much as possible, so I'll find out at my visit with him in a few days. I'm sooo happy Dr. Ghavami doesn't use drains, I don't think I would've been able to work with that; it's already difficult enough to maneuver without anything attached to me.
I have been eating light..so far I've eaten apple sauce, teddy grams and crackers. For dinner I had a small amount of grilled chicken and veggies. I've been drinking plenty of water and urinating frequently. It's uncomfortable and semi-painful to pee at the moment since they had a tube up my urethral opening during surgery. I urinated on my garment today, which was really annoying..especially since I can't take this garment off for another 3-4 days -_-
Word of advice: when using the urinal, make sure the top is completely covering your entire vagina and is tight against it.. I was afraid to do this initially because I thought it would hurt, so I tried to aim in the urinal with it an inch away from my vagina..bad idea. Pee everywhere. My poor boyfriend had to clean everything up. He has been extremely helpful..I couldn't have managed without him at all.
Sleeping on my stomach isn't bad. I went to sleep around 10p.m but I've been waking up due to the soreness and my inability to get in a comfortable position. I walked around my apartment to get blood circulating a bit and my boyfriend woke up with me to keep me company and check on me..he's such a sweet heart. Anyway, that's all I have for now..I'll try to sleep now. Any questions, let me know. I'll post a few pictures
I don't notice much of a difference in my butt so far through the garment, but I keep reminding myself that it's far too early to be critiquing, so I'll stay patient. Not sure how many ccs I got, but he told me he would probably be able to inject 700-800. I told him I wanted as much as possible, so I'll find out at my visit with him in a few days. I'm sooo happy Dr. Ghavami doesn't use drains, I don't think I would've been able to work with that; it's already difficult enough to maneuver without anything attached to me.
I have been eating light..so far I've eaten apple sauce, teddy grams and crackers. For dinner I had a small amount of grilled chicken and veggies. I've been drinking plenty of water and urinating frequently. It's uncomfortable and semi-painful to pee at the moment since they had a tube up my urethral opening during surgery. I urinated on my garment today, which was really annoying..especially since I can't take this garment off for another 3-4 days -_-
Word of advice: when using the urinal, make sure the top is completely covering your entire vagina and is tight against it.. I was afraid to do this initially because I thought it would hurt, so I tried to aim in the urinal with it an inch away from my vagina..bad idea. Pee everywhere. My poor boyfriend had to clean everything up. He has been extremely helpful..I couldn't have managed without him at all.
Sleeping on my stomach isn't bad. I went to sleep around 10p.m but I've been waking up due to the soreness and my inability to get in a comfortable position. I walked around my apartment to get blood circulating a bit and my boyfriend woke up with me to keep me company and check on me..he's such a sweet heart. Anyway, that's all I have for now..I'll try to sleep now. Any questions, let me know. I'll post a few pictures
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August 26, 2012
Hi Carly glad to here your recovering so far so good. From what I can tell I def . See a difference .keep us updated and happy healing.
August 29, 2012
Hi carly101 i hope your recovery is going well and speedy. How are you feeling so far? I have my surgery booked with dr g for sept 10th I'm very nervous but excited. I would love to get your input on your results and recovery so far. Happy healing please let me know who you are doing.
August 29, 2012
Hi,
I am feeling ok. I am still very swollen and tender in my abdomen, thighs and butt. I will go into greater detail and update in a couple of days when I am 1 week post op.
I am feeling ok. I am still very swollen and tender in my abdomen, thighs and butt. I will go into greater detail and update in a couple of days when I am 1 week post op.
August 30, 2012
@ Carly101, glad u feel ok...as for what I can see there is already some improvement, I know it's still too soon to see great results but ur results are already positive! U had a great shape to begin with and I just know u are going to look absolutely AMAZING! Ur structure to begin with was great so ur goin to look even better in a couple weeks, once te swelling subsides. I am goin in sept 10th for my surgery. Originally I weighted 126 @ 5'2 but Dr.G told me to gain 20-25 lbs to have the results I want. I'm having lipo on my upper and lower abdomen, in and outter thighs, flanks, upper arms and middle of the lower back to form tha s-curve. I'm hoping for 1000cc's in each butt cheek and I'm gonna pressure dr.g for that much and be adiment about what I want. I can't wait for this. I know it's all going to work out the way it needs to. I can't wait to see ur week post op results, u are goin to look amazing please keep me updated! I will post or send u pics upon request. Stay positive and work towards ur happy, speedy and healthy recovery! P.S. any pointers or advise is greatly appreciated! Take care an keep in touch
Hi Nelly,
Thanks so much for sharing your journey with us and congratulations on setting your date! Not long now until the big day! Please do keep us updated on your progress.