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Upper and Lower Abs, Upper Back, Flanks, Love Handles and Inner Thighs.....oh, My! - Columbus, OH
UPDATED FROM Aybrook
4 months post
4 months post op update. Did I really pay $10k to look like I lost a few pounds?? Not happy.
AybrookJuly 4, 2013
$10,300
I am a little over 4 months out from my procedure and I am feeling less impressed with my results every day. I have lost ZERO weight and am still wearing the exact same size (10) as I was prior to surgery. This infuriates me. Worst of all, not one single friend, co-worker, etc. has mentioned that I look ANY different.
My inner thighs are a major source of my disappointment; my surgeon admitted they are in need of a touch up. They are totally uneven and "wavy" in appearance. I hate them. Surgeon says we have to wait at least 9 months before they can be corrected....very unfortunate as I now have to endure the entire swimsuit season looking like this.
In addition to being less than satisfied with my appearance, I am noticing from the other reviews on this site that I paid WAY more than most. I spent over $10,000!!!! For what?? I am still not sure.....
Photos to come.
My inner thighs are a major source of my disappointment; my surgeon admitted they are in need of a touch up. They are totally uneven and "wavy" in appearance. I hate them. Surgeon says we have to wait at least 9 months before they can be corrected....very unfortunate as I now have to endure the entire swimsuit season looking like this.
In addition to being less than satisfied with my appearance, I am noticing from the other reviews on this site that I paid WAY more than most. I spent over $10,000!!!! For what?? I am still not sure.....
Photos to come.
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UPDATED FROM Aybrook
13 days post
Freaking. Out. I am 2 weeks post op, my stomach...
AybrookApril 1, 2013
Freaking. Out.
I am 2 weeks post op, my stomach is flat, bruising and swelling are minimal BUT major divots, lumps and unevenness are starting to emerge on my stomach. See attached photo. I need advice.....is this normal or time to be very concerned? So scared. I've seen revisions make people worse, so I am terrified to go down that road!
I am 2 weeks post op, my stomach is flat, bruising and swelling are minimal BUT major divots, lumps and unevenness are starting to emerge on my stomach. See attached photo. I need advice.....is this normal or time to be very concerned? So scared. I've seen revisions make people worse, so I am terrified to go down that road!
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April 1, 2013
I am 3 weeks out and my belly is uneven like yours. But I believe its just swelling! Some areas will have different amounts of lumps and swelling. My doctor said its all part of the healing process. I find gentle message helps, I do it once a day. Give it time, I think it will turn out great.
April 8, 2013
i had 3 lumps when i had lipo 4 years ago on my belly, i didn't have any massage, i had the garment for 6 weeks. I don't remember exactly how long it took but after a view weeks/months the lumps were gone! be patient and wait at least 2.5 months before being sure. I know it sucks and is very difficult not to worry,, but with my belly everything smoothed out perfectly, and I was very skinny to start with, they say that on skinny people it is even worse. in any case i am in recovery now as well ;) 10 days po from my bbl, and sometimes worried also, because i had and think still have lumps on my thighs, which i hoped would dissapaire from this second round
April 12, 2013
A little uneveness is normal in the beginning, but by two or three months they should all be gone. It's mostly fluids so just massage it in the shower when you take one it will soon be gone. I had hardness around my belly button at first but now it's completely gone and my belly smooth and very normal.
July 1, 2018
I’m not surprised to hear about your experience following my procedure with this doctor years ago! I hope you get the results you were looking for
UPDATED FROM Aybrook
2 days post
Day 3 and thus far I am totally UNDERwhelmed by my...
AybrookMarch 21, 2013
Day 3 and thus far I am totally UNDERwhelmed by my results. Nothing looks different to me. I am aware that I am swollen, etc but I thought for sure I would be able to see some improvements. My lower abdomen is protruding more now than it was pre-surgery! I feel so sad right now.
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March 22, 2013
You are kidding...you look great. I can see improvements. I used to think so too until people start commenting on my profile. We are our worst critics. :) It's really early still, in time it will get better.
March 23, 2013
Thank you! Your "worst critic" comment is dead on. I am relentless when it comes to judging all my, umm, let's just call them "imperfections"!
March 22, 2013
You can really tell with the side profile. It looks amazing even after 2 days. I'm still really nervous your post on how awful it was was just after the day that I paid the money so I can't back out now. Wish me luck ill put my photos on over the weekend. What about after the operation how long before you could move around ok? As I've booked into a hotel for 1 night not sure whether to book addition nights
March 23, 2013
Thank you :). I was able to move around fairly well by day 3, even more so by day 4. Today is day 5 and I am feeling pretty much back to normal, just a little soreness. As for your hotel, I think it is largely dependent on how many areas you are having done. If it is as many as me, I think 2 nights might be a little more realistic, but otherwise 1 might be okay. Please don't let my experience scare you.....I am pretty sure it NOT normal to get as sick as I did. I just want people to be prepared for the worst, just in case. As for the pain, I think that just comes with the territory. This procedure is not pain free, no matter what people might tell uou. Keep in mind I was being "worked on" for nearly 4 hours. Most people aren't having as many areas done and therefore dont have to endure as much discomfort.
When is your procedure?
March 25, 2013
4th of April, I haven't told anyone I'm having it done either. How you feeling now?
March 23, 2013
How come these doctors don't properly medicate prior to surgery! Did they give delaudid or something?!
March 23, 2013
Well, that's a good question. I was made to feel as if one Xanex and one Vicadin would be "sufficient"; it most certainly was not! They did try to re-dose me but I just couldn't keep it down. Who knows if things might have been different had I been able to.
March 23, 2013
Whatever they gave you before your surgery started should have been strong enough to keep you through... they seem to be skimping on the medication. and that's sad because you guys pay enough money to get proper meds to b comfortable.
March 25, 2013
I had such a similar expeirence to yours!!! They had me take 2 xanax before and i ended up asking for pain meds half way through because it hurt a lot! I am 2 weeks post op now. I swelled up and down alot the first 2 weeks but now im starting to firm up. It will continue to improve. Dont over due exercise etc or it will swell more. Good luck :)
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