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Worth the Wait! I was able to get the insurance approval and surgery all within the same month!
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Worth the Wait!
Moonandstars10June 2, 2020
WORTH IT
I met Dr. Nathan after over a year into my research on the procedure and different surgeons. I had already seen 2 other surgeons and was still not completely sold and thought I should at least try one more. I am so glad I made the decision to wait because Dr. Nathan was the exact surgeon I was looking for! He described in full detail how he performs the surgery and was willing to answer any question I asked. He makes you feel comfortable and never forced and is very realistic from the beginning. I was able to get the insurance approval and surgery all within the same month! His staff (specifically Barbara) are very professional and helpful.
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June 6, 2020
Looks amazing! How did you go about it in turns of getting the insurance to cover it? I'm looking to do the same and live in the area.
June 8, 2020
You have to let your surgeon know you’d like to go the insurance route so they take pics of your chest and request insurance approval. Make sure you note your back pain and any other pain your boobs cause. I know you need to take off a specific amount for insurance purposes so your surgeon will tell you if you’re a good fit.
June 13, 2020
Do you live in Florida? Did you have to get the surgery done in the same state as your insurance? I’m working on getting the same thing done but I live in illinois..don’t know if my insurance will let me get it done out of state...happy healing doll :) looks great! I bet a lot of your back pain is gone too huh!
June 15, 2020
Yes I do live in Florida. You’d have to check with your insurance if they cover out of state procedures since they’re all different. I never thought about doing it out of my state so I never checked on it. If it’s not possible, I recommend asking your insurance company for a list of “in network” surgeons and start your research on each one til you find one with good reviews and pictures. Thank you! My back pain is nonexistent haha
June 16, 2020
Thanks for responding :) and the very helpful info! I will be following your journey for tips and seeing how the healing process is coming along..
July 12, 2020
You look great! Did you have to have formal documentation of back pain/issues over a long period of time?
July 13, 2020
Thank you! Some general doctors want you to try therapy before giving you the referral for the surgery (required if going through insurance) but luckily mine could just see how big they were for my size and gave the referral instantly. I'd say if that happens to you, try the therapy and just let your doc know it didn't alleviate most of the pain and they will probably give you the referral since you tried it their way.
UPDATED FROM Moonandstars10
12 days post
12 day’s post op
Moonandstars10June 9, 2020
Removed the tape and few stitches I had. Everything is healing well! I don’t have too much bruising which is great. Wasn’t painful at all just a bit uncomfortable. I’ve been placing gauze specifically where the incisions meet the bottom of my boob. I now have the gauze covering my nipples since they are exposed more.
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June 19, 2020
Wow they look really great! I am really happy for you, you definitely look like you are healing well! Wish you the best on the rest of your journey. I am myself 10 days post op since my breast reduction and hoping for the best. Keep us posted on how things go!
UPDATED FROM Moonandstars10
18 days post
Healing process
Moonandstars10June 15, 2020
Just wanted to add more info on my journey! Sooo I am now about 18 days post surgery and everything is looking good. So grateful for my experience so far, not much bruising, no excess puss, and no odd behavior as they heal. I must say that the itching from the incisions healing is extremely unpleasant but I just gently rub them with my hands so I don’t scratch. I actually woke up in the middle of the night last night because it was way too itchy. I recommend a fan if your a/c turns off because the coolness helps. I haven’t tried icing it yet so maybe I’ll give it that a try. I also have some irritation around my nipple from the previous tape so I put petroleum jelly on it and a nonstick gauze and it’s helped. Also the only thing recommended to put on it!
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June 20, 2020
Looks good your incisions are nice and thin. Can't wait to see more updates.
June 20, 2020
Thank you I appreciate! That’s awesome he’s great. Be honest with what he asks and ask all the questions you need.
Thank you for sharing your experience so far! I hope you'll keep us updated on your recovery :)