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31 Year Old 2 Kids Mini Tummy Tuck - Columbus, OH

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I have a mini tummy tuck with lipo flanks next...

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I have a mini tummy tuck with lipo flanks next week 5/23. I have 2 kids and this is something I have been working up my nerves to do for some years now and the time is finally here. I'm happy and nervous at the same time and so ready to get it over with. I can't wait to see the results. I've heard that liposuction is painful so I'm anxious to see how I manage the pain.

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Albert H. Chao, MD

Albert H. Chao, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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May 19, 2014
Wishing you the best :) I'm having mine on the 27th feeling the same as you, would love to see your before & after pics from what most say on here is they are more sore & tired than anything. Keep us posted :)
May 20, 2014
Hi, thank you so much for the support. Yes it does seem like everyone experiences the same side effects. I'm ready to get the process going, 4 days to go. I wish you the best with as well and don't forget to post some pics.
May 19, 2014
Welcome to the community.  The liposuction is not the most pleasant during recovery; burning and tingling for about 3 weeks.  You can do this and will make it through to the other side:)
May 20, 2014
Thank you for having me as a part of such a supportive community, it has helped me to learn so much about my procedure. I'm ready to get things rolling and I'll continue to update.
May 20, 2014
I look forward to it.
May 24, 2014
Do meds help with burning and tingling?
May 25, 2014
Yes the meds help with the burning and tingling. It also helps to get good rest to keep the pain down. But it's totally manageable
May 26, 2014
They dull the pain but do not totally take it away.
March 31, 2016
Hello can you tell me how much was this service
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My mini tt is tomorrow morning and I'm ready to get this done. Can't wait.

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May 23, 2014
You go girl!! Keep us posted and definitely try to share before and after pics! You will do wonderful! We all had nerves so hang in there and keep updates coming :)
May 24, 2014
Thank you! I will definitely keep everyone updated. I was nervous but the staff and anesthesiologist made me very comfortable. I'm glad I did it, still can't believe I went through with but I'm so glad it's over with.
May 24, 2014
How are you feeling girly??? How long were you in surgery and did you have general ? Looking to see your pics .
May 24, 2014
I'm actually feeling really good, thanks for asking. Yes and I did have general and went well, I was slightly nauseous afterwards. I'll post some pictures soon. It wasn't no where near as bad as I expected.
May 24, 2014
Glad to hear you are doing well Day one Keep us posted :) Did you get Muscle repair as well as mini and lipo ?? Do you have drains? Keep rested and hydrated
May 27, 2014
That's great to hear I freaked out an sent an email wanting to cancel haven't heard back cause of holiday my nerves have won as well as anxiety I am glad u are doing great I will keep following ur progress
May 27, 2014
Hi, yes I did get lipo but no muscle repair. I'm doing great. I completely understand your anxiety because I was the same way, but its really not that bad at all. I took my pain medicine for two days and now I'm taking Tylenol as needed and that's once a day if that. Your going to do great and I'm here as well as everyone else that has went through with the procedure. You'll do great and you will be glad you did it.
May 31, 2014
Hey you look amazing I ended up post poneing my surgery I freaked out but also my grandma is in icu right this moment I felt like it was not right to go ahead with surgery with her so ill my mom is a basket case and I cant fully be there for her mentally if I am nervous and recovering. I am mad at my self for my anxiety but also believe things happen for a reason. You LOOK AMAZING AND I AM STILL FOLLOWING EVERYONE'S UPDATES .
May 31, 2014
I completely understand. I wish you the best and I hope things get better for your grandma
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May 31, 2014
Sorry about your grandma. Ty I appreciate it keep me posted on your journey hope I gets better for you
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All done. I'm feeling good, not much pain at all. I'm so glad I did it and it's over with. I can't wait to see some results

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May 24, 2014
Can't wait to see your after photos :) so glad to hear it wasn't as bad as you thaught hope I can say the same
May 25, 2014
Glad you are ok, I am thinking about that and cant wait to see your results.
May 28, 2014
Do you have any after pics?
May 28, 2014
I will soon
May 29, 2014
K great! I live in surrounding area and looking for a Columbus ps. My stomach kinda looks like urs. Debating between the mini and full. Are you happy so far with your results?
May 29, 2014
Hi, yes I'm happy so far with the results yet I'm still swollen so I can't see how good it's going to look. I had a very long vertical scar revision along with lipo flanks and I can tell a difference in my love handles already. I could have got a full but I didn't want to undergo such a massive surgery although it didn't repair my belly button I'm sure it will look great with my size. Good luck and continue to update your profile I would live to support you.
May 29, 2014
Sorry typo... Love to support you
May 29, 2014
You can tell a major difference already!! I am jealous haha! It looks great. I can only imagine once the swelling goes down how much better it will look! Do you mind me asking an estimated price of how much he charged or what financing they offer? So happy for you! I am the same way about the full...I have a 1 year old and can not be down for that long!