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Tummy Under Construction - Charlotte, NC
UPDATED FROM fromkellytowilliams
3 months post
A close up of my incision as requested
WORTH IT$5,538
This was an inbox request. I am assuming my front incision is darker and bigger because I had two c-sections in the past.
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UPDATED FROM fromkellytowilliams
2 months post
I don't know if I am still swollen, have a little serum, fat or impatient.
Here are my updated pictures. I don't look as small as I had hoped, but maybe time will fix that.
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May 27, 2013
I am having my surgery with Dr. Beasley who is with Charlotte Plastic Surgery on June 5th. Nervous and anxious at the same time. Can you tell me what supplies are needed for after the surgery that would help.
Love your pictures!!!
May 27, 2013
Hi Olivia! I'm not sure exactly what is needed. My pre-op is scheduled for June 24. I haven't had my surgery yet. I think you were referring to @fromkellytowilliams...
May 28, 2013
A gown that opens in the front, a in house helper for two days to help you around, and to feed you, a recliner, and all your prescribed meds. That's all I can think of. The assistant will also inform you of what is needed. I bought a gown from Walmart. Yes, it was granny style but it was perfect. Good luck and swift healing :)
UPDATED FROM fromkellytowilliams
8 days post
I made it through week one, but I am so afraid of...
I made it through week one, but I am so afraid of just sitting on the couch, and doing nothing. I am doing light house cleaning, but I am on my knees half way through vacuuming because of back pain. My stomach is really tight and making it hard to tell when I am full. Before the tummy tuck my stomach gave signs when I was full. I feel nothing from my stomach now. I am using my fitness pal to count my calories, but they give me way more then I am comfortable with eating without working out. Before the tuck I would also workout the extra calories, but I can't. I am still eating the calories I am use to, and I am becoming afraid. I am allowed 2200 calories a day on my fitness pal. I usually workout after 1200 calories. I am so tempted to walk on the treadmill tomorrow. I want to cry because I don't want to ruin my investment.
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April 7, 2013
Glad things are going well! I'm glad you're feeling well enough to vacuum and what not but you should probably be taking it easy ;)
April 7, 2013
yea, but it's very hard for me to do just that. I am use to being active, and when I am not, I eat out of boredom.
April 7, 2013
At just 1 week you should be taking it easy still. Don't worry about exercise yet...there will be time for that. First you need to heal. I'm 8 weeks p.o. as of yesterday and just went back to the gym for the first time this morning. Just watch your calorie intake & get lots of protein to keep the hungry feelings at bay (it also helps the healing). I have a protein shake at least once a day. It's kept me from over eating on the wrong stuff. But even if I did gain in some places during my 8 weeks of down time, I'm healed and ready to work it off now. The key is to heal first & you need to give your body a break to do that.
May 26, 2013
My surgery is scheduled for 2 July with Dr. Mantooth. I am very nervous and just want the best results. You look great! Your pictures made me feel more confident in his work. Can you post some recent pictures. I want to get an idea of how my stomach might look in a month.
May 26, 2013
Yes I will. I had planned to awhile ago but I keep forgetting, and I wasn't sure anyone was still interested lol. If I don't post a picture by the end of today remind me. I have a busy schedule right now however, I don't mind because it only takes a second to take a picture :).
May 26, 2013
Thank you. I feel better about myself all around now that I had the extra cut off. He is a very polite and caring doctor. His anesthesiologist put all my worries to rest when I told him I was nervous. I only remember walking to a room and waking up. It was annoying at first being so dependent on others, but after the first few weeks it was a cake walk. I posted the pictures for you. Remember individual results do very. Your getting the liposuction as well that's a good idea I wish I would have.
May 26, 2013
Thanks for posting your pictures. You look good and your scar is healing very well. I hope that the lipo will help because I want a flat stomach. Some doctors are as aggressive as others but you won't know until you get it done. I'm going to make sure I let him know my concerns and expectations. Results do vary but paying the kind of money as we are, I expect the best results!! I'm so nervous and July 2 will be here before you know it. Thanks again for showing me your pics!
May 26, 2013
Anytime :) I wish you the best, and thank you again for the kind words.
July 14, 2013
I have an appointment with doc mantooth for surgery this coming Thursday , I am so nervous and worry . Let me know how u do. Thanks
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