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33 Years Old Three Kids Ready for Change

UPDATED FROM Kat020818
7 days post

How do I drive ???

$6,500
Ladies!!! I'm almost one week post op (tomorrow) and I need to drive my daughter back and forth to dance practice. With the bbl pillow, my butt still touch the seat a little. Is this normal or what did you use? I'm trying my best to stay off my butt but I'm a busy mom and I have a 7 month old as well

Kat020818's provider

Andrew Gear, MD

Andrew Gear, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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hope surgery went well!! mine was good!! still in search of massages in Charlotte
yes love surgery went well! I'm back to normal as far as everyday life. how are you doing?
I’m good! everything went well. haven’t started driving yet tho. but I will soon.
My butt touched the seat a tad too. It's ok just make sure the pillow is well under your thighs. Also you can place a pillow behind your back which will make yiu lean forward.
I tried that and it does work better thank you! I still feel awful when I drive could be a mind thing lol. when did you sit directly on your butt?
I didn't sit directly until 6 weeks and only for 15 minutes as it was too sore. By 8 weeks I was sitting fine. I didn't drive for 30 days. I was so paranoid the first time around.
How was your surgery? Are you happy? How much did he get out and put back in?
surgery went well! I had 800 ccs put back and the minimum out. he said I was very fibrous and some of the fat he couldn't use, I was sad about that bc I wanted 1000cc
800 is good though. Not all fat is good fat. Good thing he didn't inject bat fat because it wouldn't have lasted anyway. Some doctors overfill and it doesn't last.
true. I was surprised with all the fat I had but he was truthful. I want more Lipo in which I knew I would. I'm scheduling that surgery during my 6 weeks check up. hopefully I can do something with less own time Bc I'm out of vacation time at work now
Good luck!
Ladies now that it's been a while.......who do y'all refer for hip dips?
Hello, I too want to know who's the best Surgeon for hip dips
UPDATED FROM Kat020818
5 days pre

The time is near!!!

Hi dolls!! I have 6 more days until surgery!! Who else has surgery this month??

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I bet you're getting nervous! You will do fine.
it's all I think about! I have a 7 month old so I'm hoping after a week I can care for him. my three sisters are staying with me for a week.
how long was your surgery? would you say you're in more pain now opposed to our first bbl?
That's good. You will definitely need their help because you won't be able to pick him up or drive.
1st surgery 4 hours, 2nd surgery 3.5 hours. More pain this time because i had my thighs lipoed.
did your dr. have you take any medication before surgery or the day of surgery?
No just pain meds and antibiotics immediately after.
ok cool!
hi noticed you mentioned having a 2nd bbl? was it due to a revision? this is my biggest fear which is why I’m having such a frustrating time deciding on a surgeon.
Yes, round 2 was more like a necessity. One hip went completely fat. I had no other choice.
Hi, did your fat live after 2nd round
will you be getting any post surgery massages?
yes girl I've been looking in my area for weeks now. I'm in Raleigh NC. How many is necessary?
so you're having surgery this Thursday too?
ohh ok! I’m in Charlotte and looking for someone her because I will get 5 in Miami and 5 more when I get back. they said 10 is a good number. yea I have my surgery on Thursday 8th too!!
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oh wow!! we're Surgery sisters lol! I know of one more person whose Also going to dr valls on Thursday! the wait is over I can't believe it's finally time! I'm nervous, excited, feeling cramps lol! I told my sis that I'm making myself sick lol
right we are lol!! I’m excited and alil nervous but I’m trying not to over think it either!! I can’t believe it’s here either! I’m just ready for it to be done so I can just recovery and be good. lol
right!! we're on the same page! my surgery is at 7am. keep me updated on how you're doing! who are you having surgery with?
mine is at 10am! I will for sure! Dr. Hanabergh he does real good work so I’m excited to see my outcome!!
yes he does!! happy for you!!
Sending love and light your way for your upcoming surgery. Is Dr. Gear still our surgeon?
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yes love he is! thank you so much! I'm a nervous wreck smh
are you still scheduled with him as well?
Yes, I am scheduled for the morning of 3/22. But due to starting a new job, I may have to reschedule until the fall :(.
awww!! well it will all work out! are you getting bbl?
Hi doll! I hope you re recovering nicely. Hope to hear from you soon!!!
hi doll! just as you said everything went well! this process was easy compared to the stories I hear about on here lol! most ladies say they feel like they've been hit by truck,...I'm a week post op tomorrow and I haven't took one pain pill yet. to me it isn't pain it's more soreness and aching. your help was greatly appreciated!! how long did you wear your faja, 6 weeks? when did you see the most reduction
in your stomach?
hi love! how long did it take Before you saw the most reduction in your stomach?
I wore my compression garment 6 weeks my first BBL and 3 weeks my 2nd BBL. I noticed my stomach reduction immediately.
Hi, I know it's been a min, But how satisfied are you with your surgeon and his staff?
Hi there! I have my pre op with him on wed. My surgery is scheduled for Feb 27th
oh great! good luck! let me know how it goes! dr gear is great!
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Hi dolls! I'm scheduled with Dr. Gear in Charlotte...

Hi dolls! I'm scheduled with Dr. Gear in Charlotte NC on 02/08/18 for bbl! Anyone who has already been through this procedure, please feel free to comment on your experiences below. I'll be posting before pics closer to Feb, 2018. I'm a nervous wreck but I'm super excited about my decision to finally do this!!

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Hi there! I’m scheduled 3/22/18 with Dr. Gear. Good luck on your journey!
Do you anyone who did a tummy tuck with Dr. Gear.
Do you know anyone who had a tummy tuck with Dr. Gear.
yes
hi!!! great!!! what are you getting done? my pre op is next Wednesday!!
good luck to you as well! what are you getting done?
Hey Lady! I hope you are recovering well! I’m looking at getting a BBL and Breast augmentation next month with Dr. Llorente but my family is wanting me to look closer to home which Charlotte is the closest choice. Would love to know the price of Dr. Gears procedure and more on your experience!