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56,3 Grown Kids,total Hysterectomy 8 Yrs. Ago - Brick, NJ

UPDATED FROM Beachy56
8 months post

almost 9 mos.po

Beachy56September 29, 2014
$8,000
I saw the doctor today for the last time.he took my final pics today. I took my own when I got home.they aren't very good since I had to use my camera instead of my tablet.my tablet bricked because of the whole apple debacle.argh! anyway, I didn't realize it was going to be my last visit. I'm not overly thrilled with my belly button. he said it's coming along and the scar tissue will continue to soften if I'm vigilent with the silicone,etc. also,i was going to get a laser treatment today for the first time on my facial hair {mustache},but backed out after reading the disclosure statement. I wasn't ready to deal with all the possible side effects,honestly. wish there was a better solution to that problem!

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Louis M. Iorio, MD

Louis M. Iorio, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Blubberbelly No More
September 30, 2014
You're obviously very flat. That belly button can be revised if you're still not happy with it. There seem to be a lot of surgeons out there who use that line "you're coming along nicely" blah, blah, blah... I've found that after both my surgeries there was really no change after about three months, except for my incision fading a little more month by month.
Beachy56
September 30, 2014
I think you are right. there was a little change from my previous pics when comparing,but not much. he did offer to do a kenelog (?) injection,but said the results aren't always good. i'll re-evaluate at my 1 yr.anni. thanks for you input!
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making 50's magical
January 15, 2015
Ref BB I did read that some surgeons recommend keeping a round bead in bb if they think it might not open enough but I would guess this would be from about 3 week, however, if you do have a revision you could ask about it ? I guess it's just held in place with tape . I did buy some beads from a craft shop but didn't need them in the and. Hair removal , I bought a machine for home use as my hair line was pulled up too high after TT, anyway, it's really good and can be used on face, prob cheaper than a salon treatment course . Your tummy looks fab, you look like you do 1000 sit ups a day :)
Beachy56
January 15, 2015
That's so nice of you to comment! I decided not to do anything about it. I've gotten so used to it now,I don't really pay any attention to it anymore.thank you!
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making 50's magical
January 15, 2015
I had my TT 2nd sept and found myself not only examining that, but everything else that was not perfect , my scar is higher than I would like but I think I will just have to lump that or find a delicate tattoo I like . But I am now thinking of a nose tweeck! I am sure it can be addictive !
Beachy56
January 15, 2015
You got that right! I would love to have my eyes done,and small breast implants. Ha! Dream on. Yup,my scar is higher than I thought it would be. Kind of a pain when you are shopping for a two piece bathing suit. I hope you are doing well and have no regrets.
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imath
October 8, 2014
Hi Beachy, thanks for your support of my journey so far. You look amazing and your scar is such that I reckon you could lower the tan line, it is that good. My PS says that BB revisions are no big deal and are very successful and not painful, so go for it. You know what happened to mine, but that was unexpected. You look great, really.
Beachy56
October 8, 2014
Thank you! I truly feel you are a friend afar! Xo
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elijanh
October 11, 2014
Wow are you fit! I've seen a few others bb heal similarly. (If i remember who they are ill point you to them). I wonder if its more genetics than surgical approach. Wow! I need diet/exercise tips from you! Looking great!
Beachy56
October 11, 2014
Thanks Eli!
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freedomh20
October 14, 2014
Overall....very nice results!
UPDATED FROM Beachy56
4 months post

4 mos. po

Beachy56May 16, 2014
I'm a little over 4 months po.finally took some pics. they aren't very good,sorry. you can see how closed my bb is,though.

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newbod7
May 16, 2014
Love the pics. Your tummy looks great! I can see what your talking about with the BB. Is it too late to try the ear plug trick. It's worked wonders for me :) I think your coming along fantastic!
Beachy56
May 16, 2014
thanks 7! I was doing the ear plug trick,but have been lazy lately. i'll try to make a better effort.
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Blubberbelly No More
May 23, 2014
Looking great! Your BB is definitely a bit on the shallow side something that can probably be revised very easily if you're not happy with it. Mine's the exact opposite and a bit deep but I'm hoping that will get better once the swelling subsides (not that I"m swelling very much).
Beachy56
May 23, 2014
I was reading up on bb revisions yesterday on this site,and I think I'll give it a year before deciding. I want to enjoy the summer now that it's finally here,plus I want to see what the old bod might do to maybe correct itself. All the doctor comments on the subject said to not rush a revision. Enjoy your weekend!
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Livbella
June 12, 2014
Hi!! I'm in Manchester nj! So not far from you :) I am 2 weeks PO and thinking I want a BB revision.. Mine is possibly to low, very close to my incision so I'm just not sure yet... Can't wait to be 4 months PO. Like you! You look great!
Beachy56
June 12, 2014
That's cool! You look great. It's probably way too early to tell if we'll need revisions. I don't go back to see the doc until the end of sept. If I need a revision,I'll do it after Christmas. After the winter we had,I don't want to waste one precious minute of summer!
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Livbella
June 12, 2014
I agree, enjoy your summer, so far it hasn't been so great out but hoping to get some nice warm days soon!
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elizar1
June 23, 2014
You look great. At first my bb was too small for my liking but I started keeping a marble in it and just sized up the marble until it got where I wanted it. It's better now.
Beachy56
June 23, 2014
I've been trying the earplug trick,but it always pops out! Lol.
Maria1957
July 9, 2014
Did you try putting a marble in there? Or is it too tight to do so? Tt looks great!
Beachy56
July 10, 2014
Thanks. Yes,it's too tight. I'll deal with it over the winter. Too much living to do during the glorious summer!
Maria1957
July 10, 2014
I agree, enjoy what's left of summer first! Happy healing, you look great!!
Beachy56
July 10, 2014
thank you maria!
UPDATED FROM Beachy56
2 months post

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Beachy56March 28, 2014
p.s. did I say I love my doctor and his staff? they are wonderful and I would highly recommend them. I am so glad I found them!

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newbod7
May 16, 2014
Hey Hun I would love to see pictures of your progress. As you know we have similar things in common. My BB is being stingy too. I've put an ear plug in and I've taped it. It's working wonders since I can't fit a marble quite yet. I would try that for a few weeks if you can. I'll try and post pics of what my bb looked like a week ago and now. Hope everything else is going great for you :)
Beachy56
May 16, 2014
I never took before pics,didn't find this web site till 2 weeks po,and am not tech savvy at all! I just did take some pics for the 1st time,since you asked. I'll see if I can figure out to post them. Lol.
newbod7
May 16, 2014
Lol. That's ok. Just thought we could compare journeys :)
Beachy56
May 16, 2014
I was able to post a few pics to my profile.tada!
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