POSTED UNDER Tummy Tuck Revision Reviews
Having a Full Revision TT with MR,lipo of Abdomen and Flanks
UPDATED FROM slsinspections
4 months post
4 months two weeks and 5 days post op!!!
slsinspectionsMarch 23, 2019
WORTH IT$10,800
I am so happy with my results!!!Not much has changed over the last month . Workouts are getting easier, so glad to be back running with no issues. Still not able to do yoga yet, I just can’t do some of the moves comfortably. It’s driving me crazy, because I don’t like the word can’t and I love yoga!!!
I have had some weird bladder issues since surgery,still not sure if maybe catheter or just antibiotics caused a couple Uti’s. Or if maybe I’ve been tightened pretty good and it’s changed the placement of my bladder. Still having some slight issues but things are definitely improving and my dr doesn’t seemed to be concerned .Im trying really hard not think it’s the worst .like the C word and surgery opened a can of worms. I tend to go to worst case scenario.
Okay on to a good note ! I’m super excited about my new tummy. Each month I keep seeing it get better an better . Swelling in the upper abdomen was so horrible around 3 months ,but has been so much better in the 4th month barely even notice it anymore .
I cant wait for swimsuit weather !! I haven’t said that since I was 17 yr old !! So I have like 20 new bikinis for this summer !!
I hope everyone is enjoying their new tummy’s and also to all the newbies its going to be okay. It’s not as bad as it sounds or seems. you are going to be very happy you did it !!!
I have had some weird bladder issues since surgery,still not sure if maybe catheter or just antibiotics caused a couple Uti’s. Or if maybe I’ve been tightened pretty good and it’s changed the placement of my bladder. Still having some slight issues but things are definitely improving and my dr doesn’t seemed to be concerned .Im trying really hard not think it’s the worst .like the C word and surgery opened a can of worms. I tend to go to worst case scenario.
Okay on to a good note ! I’m super excited about my new tummy. Each month I keep seeing it get better an better . Swelling in the upper abdomen was so horrible around 3 months ,but has been so much better in the 4th month barely even notice it anymore .
I cant wait for swimsuit weather !! I haven’t said that since I was 17 yr old !! So I have like 20 new bikinis for this summer !!
I hope everyone is enjoying their new tummy’s and also to all the newbies its going to be okay. It’s not as bad as it sounds or seems. you are going to be very happy you did it !!!
Replies (5)
March 29, 2019
You look fabulous girl!!! I am so excited for you. Can’t wait to see those bikinis on you this summer!!!!
April 28, 2019
I sent you a private message asking some specifics about your Surgery.
April 28, 2019
I looked In my private messages and for some reason I don’t see a message from you

July 25, 2019
Wow looks good! I'm having revision on my t t this Monday... Hope it is a lot better this time. How did you feel you're recovery was this time compared to last? Did you use a different p s?
July 26, 2019
Thank you ! Recovery was a Little easier this time, because I knew what to expect. Definitely took longer with standing up the second time. Probably because it was done right the second time around.
No I did not use the same PS for revision.
Are you having a full revision on your tt?

July 27, 2019
Not sure what they're calling it, but I believe tighten skin, lipo, tighten muscles, he hoped he wouldn't have to reposition the belly button again, but he may need to. I said do whatever you need to do!

July 27, 2019
Yip, I think he's very good. He didn't do lipo first time around, said there wasn't much to take out. It will be interesting to see how my muscles go this time! It will be the last time!
UPDATED FROM slsinspections
3 months post
3 months and 1 day post op
slsinspectionsFebruary 5, 2019
I did happen to get two uti back to back last month. I’ve had one uti my entire life and to get two back to back, has made me wonder if it wasn’t something to do with the catheter.???? Other than that everything else seems to be going very smoothly
Swelling in my upper abdomen seems to be a little bit of an issue for me and it mainly happens after a meal and most definitely at the end of the day . Sometimes I panic and think my stomach is going to go right back to what it was before lol! I so Hope that never happens !!! I was Cleared to stop wearing my garment at 6 weeks .I will go a few days without it, but I havent Not worn it to work and most definitely wear it during my workouts . Regarding workouts I’m still only running on the treadmill. I’m doing some workouts that involve weights and I haven’t used any weights over 10lbs . I have Done no ab workouts I’m to afraid of messing something up .Still have not been able to return to yoga class . I’m just not ready for the updog. I’m very thankful for all the support and advice I get From all my RealSelf friends. I hope everyone is having smooth recovery .
Swelling in my upper abdomen seems to be a little bit of an issue for me and it mainly happens after a meal and most definitely at the end of the day . Sometimes I panic and think my stomach is going to go right back to what it was before lol! I so Hope that never happens !!! I was Cleared to stop wearing my garment at 6 weeks .I will go a few days without it, but I havent Not worn it to work and most definitely wear it during my workouts . Regarding workouts I’m still only running on the treadmill. I’m doing some workouts that involve weights and I haven’t used any weights over 10lbs . I have Done no ab workouts I’m to afraid of messing something up .Still have not been able to return to yoga class . I’m just not ready for the updog. I’m very thankful for all the support and advice I get From all my RealSelf friends. I hope everyone is having smooth recovery .
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February 5, 2019
You look amazing!! I'm also glad you've been able to find so much support within the community. Your reviews are an amazing contribution.
February 5, 2019
Thank you and I’m very thankful to have this site to help me through both of my tummy tuck journeys ! The support from everyone is awesome! To be able to share my journey and hopes that I can help someone with theirs
February 6, 2019
You look fantastic hun!!! Bb looks great and scae looks so nice and low. You are doing great on getting back to normalcy. Don’t push the an stuff and the yoga, it will come in time. No need to rush things!!!
February 13, 2019
Looking good! How is your diet and weight? Since I went back to the gym I gain 3 lbs. My muscle mass bounced back where it was before surgery. I was hopping I will keep losing lb (fat) but it doesn't happen. I was able to lose 1 lb per week before surgery but now it looks like I am gaining it and I don't want that! Any advise? How is your body reacting to exercise?
February 13, 2019
I keep fluctuating myself between 132 and 136 especially since I have been working out and adding weights .
I have ate a low carb lifestyle for probably 20 yrs now . So I’m still eating that way with some cheat days here and there. I worry about gaining more myself and I definitely don’t want that .
I have ate a low carb lifestyle for probably 20 yrs now . So I’m still eating that way with some cheat days here and there. I worry about gaining more myself and I definitely don’t want that .
UPDATED FROM slsinspections
2 months post
10weeks post op
slsinspectionsJanuary 21, 2019
I feel great ,super excited about my new belly. My weight seems so fluctuate between 131 and 135.
Im usually a outdoor runner, but weather in good ole Illinois has kept me inside on the treadmill. I’ve bumped myself up to 30 to 40 min on the treadmill daily . I do Intervals for 20 min and the rest is doing a lot of uphill training . I’m also doing butt exercises and a lot of arm exercises with just 8lb weights . Don’t see ab exercises anytime soon. I keep hearing that doing planks are a big no no after a tummy tuck ???
I’ve not been to yoga class yet, I want To just nervous about a lot of the twisting and you use your core so much.
I Definitely wear my compression garment while doing any workouts . To be honest I’ve been told I can stop wearing it period, but I just can’t seem too . I have Went without it a few times for an entire day, I do Have a little more swelling without it .
Scar therapy has mainly been a lot of vitamin E,mederma and cocunut oil. I’ve done some silicon scar tape it seemed to do really well, but for some reason I just don’t like keeping that tape on there lol . Overall I feel great and so excited about my new tummy and so glad I made The decision to do it again !!!
Im usually a outdoor runner, but weather in good ole Illinois has kept me inside on the treadmill. I’ve bumped myself up to 30 to 40 min on the treadmill daily . I do Intervals for 20 min and the rest is doing a lot of uphill training . I’m also doing butt exercises and a lot of arm exercises with just 8lb weights . Don’t see ab exercises anytime soon. I keep hearing that doing planks are a big no no after a tummy tuck ???
I’ve not been to yoga class yet, I want To just nervous about a lot of the twisting and you use your core so much.
I Definitely wear my compression garment while doing any workouts . To be honest I’ve been told I can stop wearing it period, but I just can’t seem too . I have Went without it a few times for an entire day, I do Have a little more swelling without it .
Scar therapy has mainly been a lot of vitamin E,mederma and cocunut oil. I’ve done some silicon scar tape it seemed to do really well, but for some reason I just don’t like keeping that tape on there lol . Overall I feel great and so excited about my new tummy and so glad I made The decision to do it again !!!
Replies (4)
January 22, 2019
Looking great girl!! Gets better and better. Love you bb and your scar is so nice and thin. Beautiful
January 22, 2019
Doing really well hun. Thanks for asking. Just trying to get this holiday weight off. I’m going up and down. It’s driving me crazy,lol. Other than that still loving my mm!! I sent you a dm. Wasn’t sure if you got it or not. I sometimes can’t get it to send,hahaha
January 23, 2019
I’ve been having upper abdomen swelling that’s been annoying me. Mainly after I eat A big meal .Did you ever do that in your earlier weeks of recovery ???
I fluctuate 3to 5lbs with my weight all the time,sometimes a little bit more than that . So annoying !!
I dm You back just a bit ago . Thanks for letting me know you did. I dont always see that I have A message until sometimes days later .
I fluctuate 3to 5lbs with my weight all the time,sometimes a little bit more than that . So annoying !!
I dm You back just a bit ago . Thanks for letting me know you did. I dont always see that I have A message until sometimes days later .
January 23, 2019
I had swelling after every meal for a very very long time no matter if it was a big meal or not. Mine was more all over though not just in the top
And thanks hun I got your dm but I’m the same way sometimes I get notifications and sometimes no:/
And thanks hun I got your dm but I’m the same way sometimes I get notifications and sometimes no:/
January 23, 2019
I guess mine is kinda all over also just seems worse in the upper area
January 30, 2019
I do to and there is a little tenderness above the belly button and below the xiphoid. Weird.
January 30, 2019
It stresses me out sometimes, because I worry my stomach will go right back to what it looked like before the . I know that’s highly unlikely,but definitely a concern I get .

February 1, 2019
Just want to chime in here that the upper belly swelling went on for quite awhile for me after having a meal. I don’t notice it now but I’m never looking for it either. That’s the beauty of time with this surgery! The only swelling I do notice is when it’s that time of the month and it is lower abdomen swelling.
February 1, 2019
Wow that’s good to know , I constantly worry when it happens that I’ve screwed something up or it’s my muscles stretching back out.
January 23, 2019
You look so great! Each week looks even better than the prior! I am so excited for you!
What compression garment are you wearing for exercise? I need to get one for exercising.
Your results are fab and I am so happy you got this done again <3
What compression garment are you wearing for exercise? I need to get one for exercising.
Your results are fab and I am so happy you got this done again <3
January 23, 2019
Thank you so much !! Im very happy . I purchased Maidenform from kohl’s . Wish I could Post a picture right here to show you . It’s just a waist one . It doesn’t have underwear attached . You just pull it up . They have been my most comfortable ones I bought 3 lol . Hope that makes since . I can Make a post if you want?
January 25, 2019
No need to do that :) I will reluctantly need to buy some garments for exercise. I definitely do not want to wear my surgical binder. It is finally getting obnoxious to wear and I know working out in it would be a disaster. :)
I hope it warms up and you can run outside.
I hope it warms up and you can run outside.

January 25, 2019
Everything looks really good!! I wore my compression garment a lot longer than I needed too. That support just felt needed. :) but make sure you let your tummy breathe, because I overdid it with compression and ended up with a rash because that skin needed air. I am still just so happy for you that you went through this again and got the result you should have had the first time!
January 28, 2019
Thank you !! I’m very happy and so glad to hear your still happy !! How long did you actually wear your garment for ?

February 1, 2019
If I remember correctly I wore it 24/7 for 8 weeks and then wore it sometimes at night but during the day I wore compression underwear. My nurse really wanted me to let that skin get some good air but I loved the support of something tight. I was cleared from compression at 6 weeks by my doctor. I just kept it going on my own :)
February 1, 2019
I was cleared also at 6weeks ,but as much as I want to get rid of it . I just cant . I will be 3 months post op Monday the 4th . I have went an entire weekend without it once lol . I’ve also done a couple days here and there . I like the Support of something tight also . I wear Maidenform it’s doesnt have underwear attached it’s a pull up type compression

February 1, 2019
I completely understand that feeling!! I was 4 months out when I noticed the rash on my lower abdomen. It appeared after I left compression on overnight because I had started running. Before that I was only wearing compression underwear during the day and letting my belly breathe at night. Once the rash appeared and my skin started peeling I quit cold turkey on the compression. It took awhile to get used to but I think by that far out it was for the best to not do compression. Do what you are comfortable with and what your doctor says is ok! :)
February 1, 2019
Thanks for the advice ! I have a feeling it will be close to 4 months for me as well or if I start Seeing a rash
January 26, 2019
I'm glad you are doing so good. Do you feel any difference between the first recovery and this one? I also have a lot of swelling in my upper abdominal area. It is frustrating because it makes me feel like I will never be flat and I am so afraid my belly will get big again! You look amazing!
January 28, 2019
Oh yea ,there has been a big difference between the two surgeries. It’s taking me longer this time to get back to normal routines ,workouts and sleeping on my sides. Mainly because I think things were done right this time around.
So I’m also feeling the same way my upper abdomen worries me at times it swells pretty bad and I’ve been doing the same thing thinking that my belly will get big again. Then I worry that maybe my muscle separation in my upper abs has become relaxed or something causing it to bulge .
Thank you I just Hope it’s just all swelling and will eventually stop. So I can Quit worrying about everything.
So I’m also feeling the same way my upper abdomen worries me at times it swells pretty bad and I’ve been doing the same thing thinking that my belly will get big again. Then I worry that maybe my muscle separation in my upper abs has become relaxed or something causing it to bulge .
Thank you I just Hope it’s just all swelling and will eventually stop. So I can Quit worrying about everything.

Thanks for the update! I'm so glad everything is working out for you. Summer is so close!