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POSTED UNDER Tummy Tuck Reviews

Moving into the my next 40 yrs on the Flat Side, Traveling to Columbus, GA

UPDATED FROM DuchessS
9 months post

Nine month update

DuchessS
$5,700
Hello RS! All is well, just trying to maintain my weight. My appetite is 'way' back to normal and I still love chocolate. I have not experienced any complications from my TT. Later in the evening I still swell but not in the same manner immediately following the surgery. Some of the swelling can be contributed to my body's water retention issue (ongoing problem for me) and the southern heat. This is one of the best decisions I've made; I feel great, look better in my clothes and have tried new styles. I am now seriously considering breast reduction and lift. I'm a DD which is nice but with a flatter tummy they look huge. Happy healing to you all!

DuchessS's provider

Thomas A. Cochran, Jr, MD (in memoriam)

Thomas A. Cochran, Jr, MD (in memoriam)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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August 6, 2016
You look great!! I had a breast reduction 5 yrs ago. I was a DDD, now I'm a C. Best v decision I made and I still love my results. It included a lift and my insurance covered most of the cost. I'll be having my TT in Feb., I hope I feel the same way!!
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August 6, 2016
You are going to LOVE it....... It's going to change your life. I Had mine done 2014 feels good to wear clothes I would not dare to wear before. Wish you the best come February. : )
August 7, 2016
Thank you. I pray you will!
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August 6, 2016
You look wonderful !!!
The crop tops I am with you on that one..... my 16 year old
niece tells me I am too old to be wearing cut off shirts..I told her the proper name is crop top and don't hate .... my Motto is" You are as old as you feel".
August 7, 2016
OK! thanks
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August 11, 2016
You look amazing
August 15, 2016
thank you
August 15, 2016
Hey, I have been considering getting an arm lift and having more fat removed from my back, flanks, upper stomach. Have you had any weight gain problems?? D
September 2, 2016
Hello, sorry for the late reply. I am maintaining well. I notice my back fat more but I'm not sure if its due to the reduction of my waist line. And I am now focusing on this area.
UPDATED FROM DuchessS
2 months post

My 40th birthday and I am on the FLAT side!

DuchessS
I turned 40 years old on Dec 29 and I am so happy. I made the decision to have a TT as I enter into a new phase of my life. I am blessed and have a flat tummy!

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January 8, 2016
Happy Birthday! You look amazing- congratulations!
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January 8, 2016
You look amazing
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January 8, 2016

Looking good!!!!! Happy Birthday!!

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January 8, 2016
Happy Birthday! I am having surgery with Dr. C in March. Your results are amazing and it seems that you had an awesome recovery too. You really are on the flat side! Thanks for keeping us updated. Congrats!
UPDATED FROM DuchessS
2 months post

One month post op visit

DuchessS
I had my one month with Dr. Cochran on 12/28 (1 day before my 40th birthday) and all is well! Dr. Cochran and his staff were extremely nice as usual. I was given a shot of cortisone in my naval to help with darkening. He stated it was forming keloid and its just something that happens (especially with darker skin). The nurse came in a took my 'after' pics and for a first time in years I was eager to pose in my undies. She provided me with a side by side view of my before & after pics. Can you say, WOW? If only I know years ago what I know today. I have been very blessed with my TT recovery and I am thankful. I pray everyone is doing well. Happy Healing!

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