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Hybrid Tummy Tuck with Hernia & Muscle Repair - Beverly Hills, CA

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1 month post

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MyBestSelfSeptember 24, 2014
WORTH IT$12,500

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Brent Moelleken, MD

Brent Moelleken, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

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Back2flat28
September 24, 2014
Did they do any Lipo?
MyBestSelf
September 24, 2014
Yes, he did lipo on my flanks and butt (close to hip area). In my before photo you will see a little "spill" over my shorts, now I no longer have that :)
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Back2flat28
September 24, 2014
You look awesome! I'm having modified TT in February. Did you get a new belly button also?
MyBestSelf
September 24, 2014
Good luck with your TT! Thank you so much! My BB was revised and hernia repaired - makes a huge difference.
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Danie1022
September 24, 2014
I had a partial high-tension tummy tuck because I didn't want lipo. Would that be considered a hybrid tummy tuck?
MyBestSelf
September 25, 2014
Hi, hope you are happy with your results! Hybrid tummy tuck is Dr. Moelleken's signature procedure, described on his website: "The Hybrid Abdominoplasty™ or the Hybrid Tummy Tuck™ is a short incision procedure that tightens the entire abdominal fascia. It differs from a traditional tummy tuck in that the incision is very short, approximately the same as for a C-section, rather than a hip-to-hip incision. It is most appropriate for women who are in excellent shape after they have children but are left with a remaining bulge on their abdomen. The Hybrid Tummy Tuck™ is a new method that offers the maximum benefit for patients who are seeking upper abdominal tightening with a minimal or “mini-tummy tuck” type of incision." Hope that helps :)
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Miss.HeatherDawn
September 25, 2014
Your pre surgery story is just like mine! Similar tummy too ;) I hope you will continue to update as it has been difficult to find examples with women who have the same conditions I do and similar proportions. Wishing you all the best.
MyBestSelf
September 25, 2014
Thank you, all the best to you as well! I'm so glad you can relate, I felt the same way, and that's why I wanted to share my example :)
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mmmleojo
September 25, 2014
Hello!U look amazing!!I started looking into tummy tucks,am glad I saw ur review.Just one question,did u fly home or drove after that one week?Thanks for sharing.x
MyBestSelf
September 25, 2014
I had an 8 hour drive which was split in 2 days. Post-op, we stayed in a hotel with a full kitchen and driving made it easier to bring some of my favorite kitchen supplies. Thank you for the compliment :)
Kimmers25
September 25, 2014
Looking beautiful:)
MyBestSelf
September 25, 2014
Thank you for your kind words and reaching out, I appreciate the support :)
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I have 2 children, 8 and 10 years old. I eat clean...

MyBestSelfSeptember 24, 2014
I have 2 children, 8 and 10 years old. I eat clean and exercise consistently. Prior to my surgery, I was a fit mom, overall healthy and strong, but healthy lifestyle could not correct several issues caused by multiple pregnancies - umbilical hernia, diastasis recti (separation of the rectus abdominis muscle) and loose skin.

I’ve done a lot of research to determine if tummy tuck was right for me, and it wasn’t until I found Dr. Moelleken that I finally had my a-ha moment! Rather than offering just the standard mini vs full tummy tuck procedures, he offers a hybrid tummy tuck which can then be further modified to fit each individual’s needs and goals. After our initial consultation, I felt confident Dr. Moelleken can give me the results I wanted and I was right!

I’m posting 2 before photos: 1) frontal view showing loose skin & 2) side view showing a bulge due to abdominal muscle separation which always made me look like I was bloated or pregnant. Next, I’m posting a picture 5 days post-op, right after the drain removal and the change is already visible and drastic. Final photo was taken 4 weeks post-op, most of my swelling is gone and incision is healing beautifully.

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mommypet
September 24, 2014
Would love to see pics...This surgery really is life changing. So happy for you!
MyBestSelf
September 24, 2014
Thank you! Pics are up :)
mommypet
September 24, 2014
You look awesome! Don't you feel so much better? I'm only 16 days post op and not even close to my final result, but I couldn't be happier!
MyBestSelf
September 24, 2014
Congratulations, glad to hear you are happy! Yes, I feel way better in so many ways. Wishing you fast & easy recovery!
mommypet
September 24, 2014
Thanks so much, you too!
Mwilson1
November 4, 2014
Hi, You look amazing!! Can you tell me about how many inches your scar is? Thank you so much for sharing your story. ;)
marylandmommy
January 12, 2015
I have also been looking into this doctor for the exact surgery! Can you please post some recent after photos? Your post op photos look good from what I can tell! Are you still happy with your results?
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