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After almost 2 years of wishing - 8 months post op - Aventura, FL

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After almost 2 years of wishing and researching i...

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GottaButt220February 26, 2012
WORTH IT$5,649

After almost 2 years of wishing and researching i have decided to go ahead and book my BBL. I have always been disproportioned, and being a Puerto Rican female with no ass or hips has always been depressing to me. Since i can remember ive always been self consious about my body. I am top heavy and carry my weight around my mid section. Ive decided to do my surgery with Dr. Ruben Salama in Aventura, FL. So far all the reviews ive read are positive, and all the results ive seen on here are Amazing!!. Ive been in contact with him through email since i live in CT. Im waiting for his response to my latest email regarding his available dates.

Im in conflict trying to decide if i should do it in Nov 2012 or wait until Feb 2013. I am trying to pay for my procedure in cash and have the $$ for flight & hotel and by saving here and there, if i do it in Feb 2013 then i can, but if i do it in Nov 2012 i might have to finance a portion. My credit isnt so good and ive already been turned down by CareCredit :( im still waiting on the other two financing companies to get back to me. If i cant finance ill have to come up with the rest of the cash somehow. My sister tells me to do it in Feb'12 and she has valid points but i REALLY want to do it asap. Im stressing, should i think about the $$ or my happiness? Seems like an easy question but Aaaah!! i just wanna scream!! Lol.... any advise??

I also need advise on hotels in the area. Any "cheap but nice enough to stay for 10 days hotels"?? Thanks to whoever redponds, i really need the help :/ .............................. Dr. Salama has quoted me $5899 all inclusive. - surgical, anesthesia, & facilty fees. 2 custom compression garments, 2 post-op massages and transportation services. Lipo areas: abdomen,flanks, complete back, and outer thighs >>TO>>> Buttocks (800cc-1000cc)

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Moises Salama, MD

Moises Salama, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.7 | 2553 Reviews
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UPDATED FROM GottaButt220
1 year pre

Can someone please clarify to me why Dr. Salama...

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GottaButt220February 27, 2012
Can someone please clarify to me why Dr. Salama has 2 different adresses? Im trying to find hotels around the facility. Are both places close in proximity?

Another thing, what airport is closer to his facility, Miami international or Ft. Lauterdale airport, i see they are both airports in the area.

I know the package includes transportation, does it matter how far the hotel is from the facilty?

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Getabooty
February 27, 2012
Good choice to go with Dr. Salama. I had my surgery done with him on February 16, 2012. I havent posted my pics as yet, but I will really soon. I am sure Dr. Salama will make you happy as he make me.
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GottaButt220
February 27, 2012
Thanks for the advise, ive seen alot of pics from his patients and they all look bootyfull..lol...i bet u will to. Keep me poeted, i wanna se ur results! Congrats!
atlbabymamma
February 27, 2012
hey there- I was in the same loophole as you as far as money but I wanted to do this for myself so bad. you gotta think about the Weeks you are going to take off from work and make sure you have enough money for bills. you don't want to stress about money while you're healing and trying to recover. what I would suggest is working extra days and try to pull in as much money as you can and stop spending. I have picked up extra shifts at work and my retail therapy no longer exists lol I even started selling stuff on Ebay. I have made close to an extra $900 just selling on Ebay lol I'm saving as Much cash as I can because I have so many bachelorette parties and vacations to go to this year lol the other portion I am going to finance through my mom's care credit. do you have anyone that would help you get a care credit card? my mom had work done a few times so she's letting me use hers and any family member can use it. if it weren't for her, id probably have to wait until next year to get work done. if you can't get the money before Nov, just wait until Feb. at least that way you Won't be stressed over money. but if you want it Now, better start hustling! lol as for hotel, I'm looking at the marbay because it's cheap and has a full kitchen. that way I can go grocery shopping and cook there without having to worry about walking to get some fast food. I also saw the best western plus it looks alot nicer and has fridge and microwave but no stove. but there's subway across the street.
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Getabooty
February 27, 2012
Those wre very good idea Atlbabymama. They can also finance it too thru carecredit and almost everyone qualify. If you credit is poor, they will just make you put down half or so. Also another thing is to shop around for the hotels to get the best prices. Make sure you stay away from DUMPS cause they are some dumpy ones around. Mines wasnt too bad and it was in a nice part of Miami too.
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barbz1
February 27, 2012
Im scheduled for march 28 with Dr. salama..his name is Moises..Ruben is his brother lol. Ive done a lot of research Ill probably be staying at the Best Western Plus in Dania because its brand new and offers complimentary breakfast everyday. The marbay one is very affordable but the reviews werent very good and I want to be comfortable where I stay. Good luck!
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Getabooty
February 27, 2012
Look into Miami Best Hotel. That where I stayed for 8 days and paid $617 with free continental breakfast. The only thing is that they chge $8 per day for parking. They had a little fridge and a microwave in there too as well. It might work out for you. I am still in pain for my procedure on February 16, 2012 I am praying the pain will go away soon. Good luck to you all.
ExoticTrini
February 27, 2012
Congrats!!! I chose Dr. Salama too and I'm also deciding on a date
UPDATED FROM GottaButt220
1 year pre

I did it!! I booked my procedure for November 5,...

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GottaButt220February 28, 2012
I did it!! I booked my procedure for November 5, 2012!!
My budget is streched out to the MAX!! Imma be living paycheck to pay check for the next 6-7 months trying to save $$ every month for my surgery, but it will be worth it...hopefully!!

Now to research and decide on the hotel & flight.

Aaaaaaaaah!!! Lol......im so excited, nervous, scared all at once.

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Getabooty
February 28, 2012
Well I didnt tell the hotel that I had extra people in my room as they would charge me $300 more. They wont know unless you tell them and I have that "do not disturb" sign on my door. But I am straight up gangster lol lol
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Getabooty
February 28, 2012
Oh Dr. Salama has 2 offices but will be leaving the Miami location mid March. I personally went to the Miami office and stayed at the Best Maimi Hotel which was 5 miles away. I came in at the Fort Lauderdale Airport because it was cheaper. But I think overall, Miami International Airport is closer.
atlbabymamma
February 28, 2012
so is the best western plus close to the office he's going to, be at?
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Getabooty
February 28, 2012
@atlbabymama, not sure if you are talking to me. But I stayed at Best Miami Hotel for 617.00 for 8 days. Someone else said that stayed at Hollywood Hotel in Hollywood Florida for $400 and some change for 10 days. Not sure about that hotel cause I didnt see it. But the one that I stayed at was pretty decent and clean and the maids were nice. They help me with the medications and adjust my pillows and also brought in extra pillows a total of 8 pillows. The hotel van even took me to CVS to get my meds and waited for me so needless to say, they were great. Eventhough I didnt tell hem what I had done. Their sheets was full of blood and leakage from the drain bags. I had a plastic cover on the bed and it somehow shift and got just juice on it. So when I left, I just left a tip in the room and I tipped the driver too. He can also pick you up at the airport. I really thought the service was great there, but you can stay anywhere you like.
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Getabooty
February 28, 2012
@atlbabymama, not sure if you are talking to me. But I stayed at Best Miami Hotel for 617.00 for 8 days. Someone else said that stayed at Hollywood Hotel in Hollywood Florida for $400 and some change for 10 days. Not sure about that hotel cause I didnt see it. But the one that I stayed at was pretty decent and clean and the maids were nice. They help me with the medications and adjust my pillows and also brought in extra pillows a total of 8 pillows. The hotel van even took me to CVS to get my meds and waited for me so needless to say, they were great. Eventhough I didnt tell hem what I had done. Their sheets was full of blood and leakage from the drain bags. I had a plastic cover on the bed and it somehow shift and got just juice on it. So when I left, I just left a tip in the room and I tipped the driver too. He can also pick you up at the airport. I really thought the service was great there, but you can stay anywhere you like.
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