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32, Male, 1 Year in Progress Transformation, Total Weight Loss of 50+LBS (Starting Weight 254lbs, Fluctuate Between 195lbs & 205

Name: 32, Male, 1 Year in Progress Transformation, Total Weight Loss of 50+LBS (Starting Weight 254lbs, Fluctuate Between 195lbs & 205
Item: Jeffrey A. Jones, MD (in memoriam)
Rating: 5
Author: GMart

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Just over a year ago, I committed to transforming...

GMartMarch 18, 2014

$6,000

Just over a year ago, I committed to transforming my health and body. While I achieved much success with body tone and weight loss, I always seem to carry a spare tire around my tummy. My BMI is higher based on total weight vs. height; however, I have high muscle tone in my legs and calves and most people would not say that I really look overweight.

Regardless, I decided to check out multiple options: tummy tuck, traditional lipo, and SmartLipo.

After a lot of debate, I have elected to go with SmartLipo on my Upper/Lower Abs and hips. Overall, I feel great about the procedure and that it will target my concerns; nevertheless, I am a bit concerned about extra/loose skin.

I don’t expect to be 100% perfect; I am looking to have a flat nice looking abdominal area and wouldn’t hate having some lose skin.

My surgeon advised that with my rapid weight gain/loss I do have permanent stretch marks and will most likely have some extra skin. Advising he cannot 100% predict what it will look like and basically gave me advice that I am 50/50 on the borderline of tummy tuck vs. SmartLipo, and that I could very likely reach my desired results (based on success with others of similar makeup). I am honestly torn and just looking to connect with and obtain advise from others pre/post op that have similar goals and post results and/or other medical professionals advice.

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Jeffrey A. Jones, MD (in memoriam)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (8)

Jerseygirl1983

March 21, 2014

Good luck!! Great job on the weight loss! I'm sure this will push you to do even more!

GMart

March 25, 2014

Thanks! Tomorrow is the big day and I cannot wait.

J at RS

March 24, 2014

Good luck tomorrow! Can't wait to hear how it went!

GMart

March 25, 2014

Thanks Jill! I am a bit nervous and optimistic that it will be the right thing. I have gotten a ton of mix reviews, but overall the positives outweigh the benefits and risks / scars of a fully tummy tuck... so here goes the gamble... I will be sure to post updates. Thanks again for the positive comments!

J at RS

March 27, 2014

You are looking great! Loving all your updates documenting your healing process.

GMart

March 28, 2014

Thanks! After this darn itching is gone I think it seems like it will be uphill and so much better. Taking off the binder has helped a lot. Just so happy I did it and can't help but share. So far, it has been so worth it.

J at RS

March 30, 2014

That is great! Glad the itching went away and that the binder is retired :)

GMart

March 26, 2014

Yesterday was the big day! Actual Procedure: I arrived for check-in at 2:15p, I was immediately taken to begin pre-op. I was given surgical attire to change into, re-measured to ensure their were no changes in weight, abdominal, waist, and hip measurements. I had retained some water and some minor adjustments were made for my aftercare garments. I was impressed that the team took the time to ensure the original measurements were correct and that no changes occurred so that I was tailored appropriately for the best possible comfort in aftercare garments. After this, I was given a combination of Xanax, Oxycodone, anti-nausea and antibiotics; as well as, an IV (not used, just a security precaution incase needed during an emergency). After about 20 minutes (the meds kicked-in!) I was taken into the operating room. Dr. Jones began injecting the numbing medication (OUCH!) that was probably the most painful part; it consisted of 6 actual injections that I could feel. Next, I was injected with the additional numbing / surgical fluid and experienced some discomfort; however, it was not really something that I would call painful. When I expressed to the Dr. Jones that area was uncomfortable he would move, and then go back after a few minutes. Lastly, the SmartLipo began and was truly the easiest part of the entire process; it was just a weird vibrating feeling like a handheld massager, which was followed by the TriSculpt. TriSculpt had a few minutes that felt like a rubber band snap, but was not painful at all. Anxiety was far worse because of what I expected; the procedure was much easier than what I really thought it would be, just some moments that were uncomfortable.

UPDATED FROM GMart

1 day post

Yesterday was the big day! (3/25/14) Actual Procedure

GMartMarch 26, 2014

I arrived for check-in at 2:15p, I was immediately taken to begin pre-op. I was given surgical attire to change into, re-measured to ensure their were no changes in weight, abdominal, waist, and hip measurements. I had retained some water and some minor adjustments were made for my aftercare garments. I was impressed that the team took the time to ensure the original measurements were correct and that no changes occurred so that I was tailored appropriately for the best possible comfort in aftercare garments. After this, I was given a combination of Xanax, Oxycodone, anti-nausea and antibiotics; as well as, an IV (not used, just a security precaution incase needed during an emergency). After about 20 minutes (the meds kicked-in!) I was taken into the operating room. Dr. Jones began injecting the numbing medication (OUCH!) that was probably the most painful part; it consisted of 6 actual injections that I could feel. Next, I was injected with the additional numbing / surgical fluid and experienced some discomfort; however, it was not really something that I would call painful. When I expressed to the Dr. Jones that area was uncomfortable he would move, and then go back after a few minutes. Lastly, the SmartLipo began and was truly the easiest part of the entire process; it was just a weird vibrating feeling like a handheld massager, which was followed by the TriSculpt. TriSculpt had a few minutes that felt like a rubber band snap, but was not painful at all. Anxiety was far worse because of what I expected; the procedure was much easier than what I really thought it would be, just some moments that were uncomfortable.

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UPDATED FROM GMart

1 day post

Night (Post-OP) – OUCH!!!

GMartMarch 26, 2014

My procedure ended at around 6:15p and there was not really any pain post-op. As directed, I did continue to take pain meds every 4 hours. At around 11p, I was in a lot of pain, I felt like I could feel everything that was done. I am not sure if it was because of sleeping and not moving until 11p to go to the restroom or if it was just part of the process. I took some more pain medication, lay down, and was able to fall back asleep within 30 minutes. Throughout the night, I had a ton of drainage, mostly soaked up in the pads. My recommendation to anyone would be laydown towels everywhere because you will leak a water/blood fluid a lot. 11p was my most painful moment. I did experience some pain / swelling; however, it was not something that was unmanageable. Now (Day I Morning Post-Op) I am not really in any pain, just sore like I pushed it too far / overexerted myself at the gym. Despite the swelling I can see that my abdominal & hip area is much smaller than pre-SmartLipo. The entire Sono Bello team was amazing and I could not be happier. The aftercare garments are not that comfortable, make you sweat & itchy; however, not unbearable and I can fit into my regular clothing.

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