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38 Years Old, Mini Tummy Tuck, Smart Lipo in Upper Abdomen and Flanks - Birmingham, AL

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I had my procedure yesterday. I opted to pay extra...

Bamagirl15
WORTH IT$6,000
I had my procedure yesterday. I opted to pay extra for experal and I'm so glad I did. The surgery went great and I was up and moving around most of the day. The experal really made a big difference. I'm day 1 post op and I am very sore were my binder is but nothing Tylenol can't fix. One thing that I never read throygh all my research is what fluid to have at home. But lots of Gatorade and drink it all the time. Helps with hydration and recovery. I have posted pre op pics. Post op will come soon but my binder is still on and I'm not ready to take it off yet. A little info- I had no stretch marks just a pooch. I'm very short at 5 ft tall and weigh 136

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William J. Hedden, MD

William J. Hedden, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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January 31, 2015
Ur results will be fabulous!!
January 31, 2015
Thank you!
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February 7, 2015
How much extra was the Exaparel? I paid $285 for mine, I got full TT. I was moving around post op day 1. My surgeon was located in Memphis, TN.
February 7, 2015
Wow! Mine was $500. I did check around and found that $500 was definitely on the high end but I really wanted it. They actually never told me about it. I asked about it the day of the surgery.
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February 7, 2015
Yes, my friend had a mommy makeover with Dr. Hedden last year & I thought he would have decreased the price. My PS didn't tell me about it either. After looking on YouTube patients was saying how the medicine made a huge difference in their recovery, so I had them to order the medicine for my surgery. I am so glad I did.
UPDATED FROM Bamagirl15
1 day post

1 day post op

Bamagirl15
I feel great so far! The results are amazing

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January 31, 2015
Post more pic please. I think we have the same body type and would like to see the results
February 1, 2015
I will post pics tonight . Today has been the worst day so far. I have edema in my legs. They feel very heavy. The pain mess are not working today. Hopefully if i can get moving around tonight I will post pics.
January 31, 2015
Btw....no stretch marks hate you jk :-) I hope the healing goes well.
February 1, 2015
you look amazing! I want to do this!
February 1, 2015
Thank you! I am only on Tylenol today. Real excited about that. Hoping to stay away from the pain meds.
February 2, 2015
You look fantastic!! I am so ready to have this done!! My consultation is February 18. Hoping to have surgery soon after!!
UPDATED FROM Bamagirl15
2 days post

2 days post op

Bamagirl15
Belly not very swollen but my legs, neck and back have felt miserable. Had a tough day, praying tomorrow will feel better

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February 1, 2015
I'm glad your doing ok but please keep wearing the binder. The worst swelling is typically day three. Keep up the good work rehydrating:)
February 1, 2015
I sure will! Feeling better tonight
February 1, 2015
Looks fantastic!!! Dunno if your belly button is new but it sure looks nature made. Keep us posted on your healing.
February 1, 2015
Hi! So I had a mini tuck with smart lipo and muscle tightening . The belly button was not touched. I am prone to keloids so really did not want a scar around it. Today is day 4 and u am going to try to only take Tylenol. We'll see how that goes
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February 1, 2015
It looks awesome!! How much skin was removed? Any muscle repair. What's more sore... The mini incision or the lipo areas??? Just curious... My mini with lipo is Friday!!! Hope everything is going well. Thanks for your posts!
February 1, 2015
Thank you! Honestly the Incision is not sure. I'm sure in places I did not have wiej done. My arms and legs. My legs feel real heavy. Other than that everything is fine. Can't wait to have a cup of coffee because they tell you no caffeine for 4 days. btw- day 3 and 4 will be tough but my doctor prepared me for that. If you can get past that you are golden. I love my results and would do it all over again
February 1, 2015
Sorry I never finished answering all your questions. He did muscle repair which is a bit sore but not bad. I did a mini tuck. The incision is longer then my c section scar but so low that I can still wear a bathing Suut. Lipo in upper abs and flanks. Good luck! Please post your progress S well
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February 2, 2015
I will!! Thanks for getting back to me. Hope all is good:)
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February 7, 2015
That's awesome that your PS posted on your progress
February 7, 2015
That was pretty awesome. :)