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Excited about my tummy Tuck and Breast Lift - Columbus, GA

UPDATED FROM coppergirl
2 months post

Hey ladies

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coppergirl
WORTH IT
I am sorry it's been awhile since I updated. I am loving my choices.

coppergirl's provider

Sumanth Pagadala, MD (retired)

Sumanth Pagadala, MD (retired)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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September 8, 2014
Girl you look fabulous
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September 17, 2014
thank you Dr7423
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September 9, 2014
You are looking Great!! Thanks for the advice ...the swelling is getting better.
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September 17, 2014
that's good.
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September 14, 2014
U are looking fabulous!
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September 17, 2014
thank you getmebody4
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September 17, 2014
Hi, what supplies did you get? Where did you stay while you were in columbus? I live in NC and will be traveling to have my TT done in December when this semester is over. Haven't booked my room yet, how long did you have to stay in Columbus after you had your procedure done?
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September 27, 2014
Homewood suites by Hilton on 6614 whittled Boulevard columbus. . I over brought supplies. I needed up not needing all that I brought. One pack of big white if underwears, 5 sports bras, two open front robs, the yellow dial soap, protein shakes and bars. Fresh fruits no can. Bio oil, neosporin, gazes. I hope this helps. The hotel is less then 15 mind from the office. The staff gave me a get well basket after my surgery. I love my stay there. I am so excited for you. How is school?
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September 27, 2014
I know swelling is part of the surgery but, I didn't use all of them different creams. I made sure I wore my binder everyday. I mean everyday.
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September 28, 2014
Ok thanks!! That's great info It helps me target my shopping. School is going ok, grad school is definitely a challenge and requires a commitment. Thanks for asking!
September 29, 2014
Hey, love your latest pictures! You look so good! My tummy tuck is in about 33 hours and I am starting to freak out. Getting very scared about the pain. I've had abdominal surgery before, but the incision was not nearly as big as the one for the tummy tuck. Just feeling very scared, and I feel sad that I won't be able to do as much for my daughter and husband for a while. Just curious... did they do your IV through your neck? His nurse told me they normally go through the neck, and I'm so nervous about that. Also, how long was it before you could shower? Thank you for all the help so far!
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September 29, 2014
Many blessings on your procedure!
September 29, 2014
Thank you, GetMeBody4!
UPDATED FROM coppergirl
1 month post

Loving my flat stomach

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I am sorry ladies it's been awhile since I have posted pictures. I am still loving my flat stomach. I feel good going to the gym with my tank top. My breasts is another story but, my I am so glad I got it done and I am so glad I went with the right doctor. I started using silicone but it seems to be making my scar darker then lighter. So, I think I will use just bio oil for now. I hope everyone who was my surgery buddy is going good and for the ladies that is planning to have their stomach done, I wish you the best.

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July 20, 2014
Copper girl what the ----k girl I'm overly jealous. Honey your hot and sexy I love your after photos. Your transformation was/is spicy. Honey I'm sure your husband/boyfriend got you on lock down. Flat stomach is there it is showing. My surgery buddy wow I'm so proud of you... Check out my last posting, I posted...I'm using a doctor here in Atlanta for lipo,,,I been scared out my skin to go to Dr Cortes. Lol I also email the Miami doctor office to ask is it only limited to 1000cc =2lbs when your doing just lipo. Because they lipo multiple areas but is it just a total of 2lvs you remove. So I'm asking so right now I'm back to Atlanta-Miami doctors. New decision
July 20, 2014
Sorry didn't mean to type 2lvs,,,I meant 2lbs.=1000cc
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July 20, 2014
Thank You Dr7423, I use to have a boyfriend but I think his mind is somewhere else; but, oh well! ! I am glad to know you are going to stay in atlanta. I just want you to be happy after it is all over. I can't wait to see your finish results.
July 21, 2014
You look great, I am 2 weeks post with Dr. Pagadala for TT. I can stand almost straight in the am but by afternoon I can't. I think it is because of swelling. Did this happen to you?
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July 21, 2014
Thank you Mdallas. My back was hurting worse then my stomach bending over. It could be the swelling because, like you, I would have some days , I couldn't stand straight up. I felt more soreness then pain. I still have some days/areas where I feel like my stomach is stretching.
July 22, 2014
Thank you Coppergirl. I feel the same. It is more soreness that pain. I will tell anyone if they have time to build their back muscles up before a TT. I can't wait to see the final results when all the swelling stops. I still cannot fit into any of my pants because of the swelling. When could you fit into your regular pants?
July 21, 2014
U look great! !!! Congrats
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July 22, 2014
Thank you Fully 2014
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July 23, 2014
Girl,you are fiyah! Glad to see you doing so well! You are already at the gym tearing it up?! Yaaaas! I hope my breasts turn out as well as yours, I'm getting a BL in about 2 weeks. I haven't forgotten or deserted ya, my newborn grandbaby has me all caught up and mesmerized. HUGS
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July 24, 2014
Hey ItTakesaVillage:). Congrats on the grand baby. I am excited for you. I am doing good. My breasts taking their own path on healing but my stomach is very good.
July 23, 2014
when did you start hitting the gym up? I jogged 2 miles Monday and Tuesday but wasn't sure if I should have waited or not
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July 24, 2014
I started 13 or 14 after having surgery. Or I was going to the park to walk.
UPDATED FROM coppergirl
27 days post

day one of work

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Hey ladies. I figure I would jump on here to tell you how my first night at work. My 12 hrs shift is coiming to an end. I expected that I would be hurting or something but, actually I feel okay. I wore my shape wear but, believe you me, I will not be wearing it again to work. I was only wearing my shape wear garment when I would leave the house for my date night or family time so, I would say a few hours not 12 hrs. Well. Lesson learned!!. I will have to wear my binder to work. I wish I could take off my shapewear now. I am totally glad I took off three weeks be cause walking on these hard hospital floors can beat you down. One night down and two more to go.

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July 8, 2014
After reading up on your blog did your cycle have a impact on your iron levels for surgery
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July 8, 2014
Hey tbabtatl, it didn't because, it went off before my surgery. I was taking the iron complete by gnc for women everyday.
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July 8, 2014
Oh ok...good thing
July 8, 2014
Looking really good!! Your swelling is not noticeable in the pics (I know, we always feel it more than we can see it) I loooove your shape too. Bless you that you have such long shifts to work but you're obviously taking care of yourself mama. Happy continued healing...I need to do my updated photos soon :)
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July 8, 2014
Thank you Txtumbleweed, I feel that doctor gave me something back that I had lost and my shape. I can not wait to see your updates.
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July 9, 2014
You look phenomenal!!!
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July 10, 2014
Thank you Leti_l, I can't wait for your day to arrive.
July 9, 2014
Hang in there. You can do it. But, if you must do slow down, and avoid picking up heavy items. I love your update.
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July 10, 2014
Dr7423, thank you but I am doing alot better. We doing our thang.
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July 9, 2014
Omg you look fab!!! I have not been in here in a while but I always look for updates. I have my schedule for Oct, but keep up the good work. I'm glad u shared pics hope your feeling better &better each day
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July 10, 2014
Thank you doingme2014, I just love your username. I wish you the best. I will try to keep updates because other ppl story helped me out