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TT with MR, Lipo of Abdomen, Flanks, Inner Thighs, and Back - Columbus, GA
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Hello Lovlies, I am about as ready as I will ever...
jazzyred3kJuly 7, 2016
$5,700
Hello Lovlies,
I am about as ready as I will ever get! I'm 38yo and my kids are grown and I am ready to feel good in my skin. I am 5'8 and 210lbs. Don't care about the number on the scale. I love my curves, but just want to feel confident all over. Tired of hiding Big Bertha aka my stomach! (No offense if your name is Berths). My consultation with Dr. Cochran was on 6/21/2016. The wait time was not long at all. In the office, Dr. Cochran had me stand on a foot stool and began to explain what to expect during the procedure. He was very detailed and advised that I would indeed need MR. He also told me that since most of my fat appeared to be on the 'outside" that I should expect great results. YAY FOR ME! He then turned me around to look at my back. He promised to get as much fat from my bra roll as possible. I loved this because I was only seeking a tummy tuck and did not know that the back is INCLUDED in his procedure. So yeah, I was thrilled to hear that. Also, he recommended that I do a little Lipo on the inner thighs because he said it will be more noticeable to me once my tummy tuck is done. I agreed of course! He then asked if I had any questions. Ladies please write your questions down so you won't forget things like I did. I managed to ask him about the anesthesia. He uses twilight anesthesia with a numbing agent so that you are numb. The twilight anesthesia is more like a sedation. It is enough to put you to the point of almost being all the way under, but it doesn't carry all of the risk of general anesthesia (no worrying about not waking up) Dr. Cochran is so honest! He told me that I may wake near the end but will not feel anything due the numbing and will feel like I am in a dream like state and that it does not happen often. He said the IV would be inserted in my neck and that I would not feel a thing. I got dressed proceeded to get my quote for $5700. I then asked how Mich for chin Lipo. Cydonna was able to get Dr. Cochran to look at my chin. He said it would be $100 , but that I really didn't need to and that it would only create scar tissue for the future to keep it from drooping. I decided not to get the chin Lipo. FAST FORWARD- deposit of $250 has been paid and surgery date is set for 8/31/2016 @ 7:30am I have already started getting supplies. My pre-op will be on 08/17//2016. I have to get CBC blood test...pregnancy test not needed because I had a tubal ligation in 1999. Other doctors s that I consulted before Dr. Cochran were Dr. Naman(quote was $6,455 for a full tummy tuck and $11,497 for tummy tuck with back lipo) and Dr. Okoro in Marietta, Ga. (quote was $10770 for a modified mini tuck and $16,768 for a tummy tuck with back lipo). Okoro includes phase 1 and phase 2 garments, exparel, lymphatic massages, biocorneum for scar thereapy, arnika forte, meds, tummy tuck insurance, etc). I thought Okoro was over priced and Naman's incisons were not as low or straight as Cochrans. I also researched Dr. Cochran's facility where he performs his surgeries and it is indeed accredited with AAAASF. I verified this by sending an email. Also I researched Dr. Cochran and saw that although his medial record is not without blemish it was not related directly to procedures performed for tummy tuck or lipo and he is board certified since before I was born. From what I have seen from this site his work is great. TTYL lovelies! Bye!
I am about as ready as I will ever get! I'm 38yo and my kids are grown and I am ready to feel good in my skin. I am 5'8 and 210lbs. Don't care about the number on the scale. I love my curves, but just want to feel confident all over. Tired of hiding Big Bertha aka my stomach! (No offense if your name is Berths). My consultation with Dr. Cochran was on 6/21/2016. The wait time was not long at all. In the office, Dr. Cochran had me stand on a foot stool and began to explain what to expect during the procedure. He was very detailed and advised that I would indeed need MR. He also told me that since most of my fat appeared to be on the 'outside" that I should expect great results. YAY FOR ME! He then turned me around to look at my back. He promised to get as much fat from my bra roll as possible. I loved this because I was only seeking a tummy tuck and did not know that the back is INCLUDED in his procedure. So yeah, I was thrilled to hear that. Also, he recommended that I do a little Lipo on the inner thighs because he said it will be more noticeable to me once my tummy tuck is done. I agreed of course! He then asked if I had any questions. Ladies please write your questions down so you won't forget things like I did. I managed to ask him about the anesthesia. He uses twilight anesthesia with a numbing agent so that you are numb. The twilight anesthesia is more like a sedation. It is enough to put you to the point of almost being all the way under, but it doesn't carry all of the risk of general anesthesia (no worrying about not waking up) Dr. Cochran is so honest! He told me that I may wake near the end but will not feel anything due the numbing and will feel like I am in a dream like state and that it does not happen often. He said the IV would be inserted in my neck and that I would not feel a thing. I got dressed proceeded to get my quote for $5700. I then asked how Mich for chin Lipo. Cydonna was able to get Dr. Cochran to look at my chin. He said it would be $100 , but that I really didn't need to and that it would only create scar tissue for the future to keep it from drooping. I decided not to get the chin Lipo. FAST FORWARD- deposit of $250 has been paid and surgery date is set for 8/31/2016 @ 7:30am I have already started getting supplies. My pre-op will be on 08/17//2016. I have to get CBC blood test...pregnancy test not needed because I had a tubal ligation in 1999. Other doctors s that I consulted before Dr. Cochran were Dr. Naman(quote was $6,455 for a full tummy tuck and $11,497 for tummy tuck with back lipo) and Dr. Okoro in Marietta, Ga. (quote was $10770 for a modified mini tuck and $16,768 for a tummy tuck with back lipo). Okoro includes phase 1 and phase 2 garments, exparel, lymphatic massages, biocorneum for scar thereapy, arnika forte, meds, tummy tuck insurance, etc). I thought Okoro was over priced and Naman's incisons were not as low or straight as Cochrans. I also researched Dr. Cochran's facility where he performs his surgeries and it is indeed accredited with AAAASF. I verified this by sending an email. Also I researched Dr. Cochran and saw that although his medial record is not without blemish it was not related directly to procedures performed for tummy tuck or lipo and he is board certified since before I was born. From what I have seen from this site his work is great. TTYL lovelies! Bye!
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1 month pre
I Can't Decide Which Garment to Purchase...Ladies What Do You Think?
jazzyred3kJuly 21, 2016
Hi Lovelies,
Getting ready for the ax day...40 days away! Today I purchased an extra binder and second pair of compression stockings to wear when my others are being washed. But I know that after the drains come out that I should pick a better compression garment to wear, but I am so undecided. I am posting pics of my choices. Can you ladies give me your thoughts on which you think would be the best using your experience as guidance? Or do you think I should wait until after the surgery and measure myself for the CG? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Please and thank you!
Getting ready for the ax day...40 days away! Today I purchased an extra binder and second pair of compression stockings to wear when my others are being washed. But I know that after the drains come out that I should pick a better compression garment to wear, but I am so undecided. I am posting pics of my choices. Can you ladies give me your thoughts on which you think would be the best using your experience as guidance? Or do you think I should wait until after the surgery and measure myself for the CG? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Please and thank you!
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July 21, 2016
I heard the lean bod ban (black and pink) was a good one to go with.I am thinking about getting that one myself. I personally wouldn't buy any more compression sto clings becsuse they are just to circulate your blood after you first have surgery since you may not be able to move around alot. Once your up and moving your blood with circulate just fine. Best wishes
July 23, 2016
Thanks...the lean bod band seems to be very popular. I think I will order it.
July 22, 2016
Also the last (2) pics that your post, you will come home with both of them. I ordered the leanband and a faja. I ordered the faja in a Lrg but now I'm 2weeks PO and I can get it on the final hooks. So I should have gotten a Medium or maybe small. :-)
July 23, 2016
Thanks, I am going to order the lean bod band now and the faja after I have the surgery.
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1 month pre
I Had To Ask...How Long Before Sex After Having Tummy Tuck??
jazzyred3kJuly 24, 2016
Just wondering how long do you have to wait before having sex after your tummy tuck and Lipo surgery...6 weeks maybe? And also did the stomach tightness restrict certain movements or is it something you have to ease back into?
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