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Over the Muscle? Ready to Do It! Consultation Stage - Chicago, IL
UPDATED FROM Monique_Ready4Freddy's
Today's the day I find out if I win the makeover...
Today's the day I find out if I win the makeover contest...wish me luck! Winning will definitely help me get my makeover sooner than later in 2012! :)
Happy and fabulous New Year to all!!!!
Happy and fabulous New Year to all!!!!
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S
S
January 9, 2012
Hi Monique, checking in on you. Bummer you haven't heard any news on the contest. I had a question about lovenox.. My Dr has me injecting it in my thighs since my tummy is out of commission. Did you have pain, numbness and burning around the injection site? I think my 1st shot got close to my muscle maybe?! Thanks mama:)
F
January 12, 2012
Loved reading your journey. A lot reminds me of me because I'm getting my done in Feb and I've met with 7 docs too! Still having a hard time choosing between the 2 that's the only thing holding me back from scheduling now!! I hope to have an answer soon.
C
UPDATED FROM Monique_Ready4Freddy's
I'll have to post a more thorough update a little...
I'll have to post a more thorough update a little later...but I'm wondering if anyone has Over the muscle or subglandular implants... seems like everyone I'm reading about on RealSelf has unders...
I entered a contest that I'm hoping I win where I can have a good portion of my mommy makeover paid for...
Well, the doc who is sponsoring the contest is a good $2000 more than the others I've consulted with. BUT, if I win, I'll only have to pay $2000 out of pocket, instead of $5000 or $6000 by going with someone else and paying it all out of pocket for the tummy tuck... so we shall see. Announcement comes on New Year's Eve. Even if I don't get top prize (entire tuck paid for) 2nd place is better than nothing in a situation like this. Happy healing ladies! Enjoy your holidays, your new bodies, and the new year! :)
I entered a contest that I'm hoping I win where I can have a good portion of my mommy makeover paid for...
Well, the doc who is sponsoring the contest is a good $2000 more than the others I've consulted with. BUT, if I win, I'll only have to pay $2000 out of pocket, instead of $5000 or $6000 by going with someone else and paying it all out of pocket for the tummy tuck... so we shall see. Announcement comes on New Year's Eve. Even if I don't get top prize (entire tuck paid for) 2nd place is better than nothing in a situation like this. Happy healing ladies! Enjoy your holidays, your new bodies, and the new year! :)
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S
December 24, 2011
I chose under the muscle for the long term advantages. Also because my breasts were small, I can say were now LOL, I wanted the most tissue coverage over the breast possible. I have quoted one of the docs on this site below:
The problem with over the muscle is that over time, the implants have a tendency to pull more on the breast tissue, stretching the tissues out and sagging more. Under the muscle helps hold the implant higher over time. Also, going on top of the muscle makes it a little more difficult to read mammograms, and the rate of capsular contracture is higher.
The problem with over the muscle is that over time, the implants have a tendency to pull more on the breast tissue, stretching the tissues out and sagging more. Under the muscle helps hold the implant higher over time. Also, going on top of the muscle makes it a little more difficult to read mammograms, and the rate of capsular contracture is higher.
M
January 1, 2012
Thanks for the info, Sassy! Under the muscle is sounding better and better
S
December 24, 2011
Hey Monique, from the looks of your "before" pics you're going to have some great results!
Hope you win the contest, btw-keeping my fingers crossed! Happy Holidays! ;o)
Hope you win the contest, btw-keeping my fingers crossed! Happy Holidays! ;o)
M
January 1, 2012
Thanks, Stephanielpn! I find out in a few hours! :) Happy New Year!
UPDATED FROM Monique_Ready4Freddy's
After today's consult, not only do I know I want...
After today's consult, not only do I know I want to do this, I think PS#4 is the doc I'm gonna go with. From top to bottom, it was a fabulous and informative consult---10 times more informative than any other one I've gone on. They gave me procedure specific DVDs to watch prior to the consult, I tried on different sized implants (and the RN took pics on my phone for me to show my hubby), and received a buttload of information. I even got to see a 800cc implant. That sucker was HUGE!
The doc was fabulous. All questions I had written down to ask, he answered before I could answer. Whole visit was a little more than two hours, and I never felt rushed in the least. He also told me that tummys are his favorite procedure. I left feeling happy, excited, confident...
I still have two more consults to go to this week. I'm going to go, just so I can see, but I really believe PS #4 is my dude. #2 is off the radar, period. Nice enough doc, but just not gonna work out for me. I can't find PS #1 on the ASPS or the ASAPS, so he may get dropped too, despite the in-house financing.
After these final two consults, I think I'll narrow it down to the two that clicked with me the most, the two I have the most confidence in, the ons I think will provide the best results. Then I'll set up another consult each, and choose my doc. I'd love to get things popping by March.
On another note: I checked out Dr.Pousti's website. He's a TOP doc here on RealSelf, out in La JollaCA. His site is fAB! If I was in Cali, I'd definitely be seeking his services. He had some pics up of his surgeries...helpful, but mighty gross looking, skin all up, insides exposed...but I love it, because now I know what to expect.
Never been more excited to be doing this for myself than I am now...
The doc was fabulous. All questions I had written down to ask, he answered before I could answer. Whole visit was a little more than two hours, and I never felt rushed in the least. He also told me that tummys are his favorite procedure. I left feeling happy, excited, confident...
I still have two more consults to go to this week. I'm going to go, just so I can see, but I really believe PS #4 is my dude. #2 is off the radar, period. Nice enough doc, but just not gonna work out for me. I can't find PS #1 on the ASPS or the ASAPS, so he may get dropped too, despite the in-house financing.
After these final two consults, I think I'll narrow it down to the two that clicked with me the most, the two I have the most confidence in, the ons I think will provide the best results. Then I'll set up another consult each, and choose my doc. I'd love to get things popping by March.
On another note: I checked out Dr.Pousti's website. He's a TOP doc here on RealSelf, out in La JollaCA. His site is fAB! If I was in Cali, I'd definitely be seeking his services. He had some pics up of his surgeries...helpful, but mighty gross looking, skin all up, insides exposed...but I love it, because now I know what to expect.
Never been more excited to be doing this for myself than I am now...
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B
December 7, 2011
Hey Mo,...anymore news? :o)
M
December 23, 2011
Hey, Boogz! I've narrowed it down to my favorite 3...all my bloodwork has come back good, so I'm happy with that. Even entered a makeover contest where 2/3 of the procedure will be paid for if I win 1st place, 1/3 if I win 2nd. That'll get anounced on New Year's eve, so I'm hoping for the best there. I've been able to reach out to a few of one of my favorite doc's former patients (here on RealSelf) to get info on his bedside manner, etc.
M
December 23, 2011
I admire that you are so sure of your decision to go for it! I was so wishy washy for the longest time, but now so glad I did it. I'm impressed that you are taking time and going to several consults! I only went to 1 (blush).
M
December 23, 2011
Thanks, Molly! :) I've always been the type to totaly obsess over something until I come to my final decision...this tummy tuck thing has been no different...my obsession is finally starting to subside a little bit. I'm hoping that I can get my work done in March. Now that I've researched until my brain hurts, I'm ready to get it done! :)
Maybe I need to wait...NYE was on the weekend, though, maybe I'll find out during a weekday