45 Getting BBL-Make Me HOTT Dr. Shifrin!!!

So, here's the absolute truth!!! I have noticed a little unevenness regarding my stomach area, and as the swelling is going down, it seemed to be getting more noticeable. I called the office and spoke with Holly. As always, she and Carla are terrific. She calmed me and advised that if I was concerned, come in and see Dr. Shifrin -so I did. The night before I read a disturbing review that lead me to believe Dr. Shifrin might not stand behind his work and I would have to pay to get any adjustments. Needless to say, I couldn't sleep. Thursday night I was so concerned and confused because this review didn't seem like the doctor or staff I have gotten to know over the past few months.
Friday came, and I found myself in the doctors office waiting to see what he would say. Dr Shifrin was really busy, and due to time concerns Holly graciously allowed me to wait in back. She's really the best!!! As I waited, Dr. Paul West came by and Donna explained that I had a long drive and traffic etc.. so Dr. West took a look at me. He could see my concerns and was very comforting. He explained that after the 3 months, they would be able to correct any issues but needed the swelling to completely go down, and I had a month to go.
I then shared with Dr. West the fear that I had because of the review, and he assured me that all was well, and they would completely take care of me. I gave him a hug and began to walk out, back into the waiting room. Just then, Dr. Shifrin emerged from a patient room and Dr. West called my name telling me to come back. With Dr. West sharing my concern, Dr. Shifrin completely agreed that I had nothing to worry about and he would definitely correct any issues after the 3 months. I hugged Dr. Shifrin and thanked them both and left feeling so much better.
I'm sharing this with you, because this is so important. Sometimes you read reviews and they can terrify you. The review I read just didn't sound like the awesome staff that I'd gotten to know. I'm including updated pics and hope this helps someone. But if you are looking for a great doctor and team, you truly can't go wrong with this office. Hands down, I would do it again!!! They made me feel comfortable and truly cared for, and the care has continued!!! Love this team!!!
Also, here's a helpful hint. Sometimes when looking at someone's pictures you might not realize you are look at their "wish" pictures. This isn't them, it is what they HOPE to look like. The best thing to do is to look at someone several months out, after their swelling goes down, so see the actual results. Unfortunately, sometimes as people move on, they might not give you those updated photos. Just an FYI that I have learned on this journey. Again, hope it can help someone. Happy BBL!!!

Good Morning Everyone!!! So here's my biggest nugget of wisdom. For ALL those going in for a BBL, please KNOW that the booty you see initially, probably WON'T be what you are left with. After having my BBL, I was so excited, and as the swelling went down (week 4, week 5, and so on) I was super excited. Then it didn't seem to stop!!! While I have a much better shape than when I started, just know that ALL that junk in your trunk won't be there... I read that your body will expel about 30-40% of it. For me I think it had to be higher. FYI, I have been very careful with my butt. I bought a BBL pillow ( from https://bblpillow.com/ ) and use it ALL the time. I have yet to actually sit on my butt. I don't!!! Nor have I slept on it. I've been babying this little thing as much as I can. I just hope it has settled now and I won't lose anymore.

Regardless, I am glad that I did it because Dr. Shifrin "snatched" my waist, and I do look and feel sexier than before. My husband has become a horney thing and while he said I was perfect just the way I was, he compliments me every time he's in the same room. So ladies, I say that to say, don't listen to him. If you want to get it done, do it for you!!! I really do feel better!!!

I didn't want the complete "mommy makeover", not because of cost, but because I didn't want the added pain or downtime. Dr. Shifrin was honest with me and told me that I would have some hanging skin, but I didn't care. LOL I didn't want the extra cut and trauma to my body. However, I will show you the photo's because I am now noticing that I have some uneven areas. Apparently the good thing about Dr. Shifrin is that he's good about fixing or touching up after the swelling has gone down. So IF this doesn't go down, I'm hoping he'll make the necessary corrections. I seem to have areas that were not as targeted during the liposuction process, and it is leaving me with lumps and bumps. BUT again, I'm not concerned since it hasn't been 3 months. I only had the surgery Sept 26, 2016. So I will give it 'til 12/26. Again, I really can't say enough about Dr. Shifrin and his team, and if this turns out well, and I'm pleased with my flatter tummy, it will help with my lack of butt deflation. LOL

Wanted to let everyone know, that IF you are looking for a fantastic doctor and staff that will make you completely comfortable in their abilities to provide great service, DR SHIFRIN AND STAFF are the absolute best. I think that my issues are simply my body healing, but every interaction with the staff, from start to current time has been stellar!!!

I haven't posted any actual pics yet, and I know you are interested in seeing them, but I am a little shy. I definitely have a butt!!! I wear my own waist cincher daily, but have started wearing the compression wear (Stage One SC-290 Brazilian Above The Knee Body Shaper-Small) that was given to me by the doctor. However it is very scratchy. I definitely don't sleep on my side or back, as a side sleeper, I ONLY sleep on my stomach. Nor have I sat on my butt, and plan to not do so for 4 weeks. I was told 3 weeks, but I want to really make sure, so I figured an extra week would be good. Let's see how far I get with that...