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34 Yr Old Wants Smart Lipo After Having Two Kids and Working out Hardcore for 10yrs!! - Baltimore, MD
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34 Yr Old Wants Smart Lipo After Having Two Kids and Working out Hardcore for 10yrs!!
$4,750
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Hello realself. So I have been stalking this site...
Hello realself. So I have been stalking this site for almost a year now and figured it was time that I post. I'm a mother of two kids ages 11 months and 3 yrs old. My husband and I are done having kids so I figured it was time to take care of myself. I currently workout hardcore at least 5 days a week and have been doing this for the past 10 yrs. I worked out through both pregnancies til I was 39 weeks pregnant. I have a very muscular build at 160 , 5'7". I don't want to get any smaller because this is a weight that I can maintain eating clean 5 days a week and in moderation during the weekends. I was 215 at birth from my son and lost all 40lbs I gained plus 15 more. As I stated I'm VERY active and plan to become a group fitness instructor this year.
I still have a mommy pooch and my healthy eating( NOT DIET) and exercise regimen have not reduced it all the way. I do wear a size 8 in most clothing, but I still have a little muffin top. Most ppl would think that this was a good size but because of how hard I workout I think I deserve to have a flat tummy.
So today Feb 6, 2015 I went in for my 1st consultation. I went to Cosmetic Plastic Surgery of Maryland in Hanover, MD. Now let me tell you I loved the place when I first walked in. It was very cozy and bright. The staff was pleasant too. I filled out paperwork and was called in the back. I then was asked to undress so that the PS could come look over my stomach and options. It was very nice of Dr. Ashruf to evaluate my body instead of the assistant. I took some pictures and then went over which options would work for me. The first thing Dr. stated was that I would see amazing results from a tummy tuck. WTF!!!!!A tummy tuck. Now I have attached some photos for you all to see and I don't think I even remotely needed a tummy tuck. I have reviewed many lipo photos and see there stomachs much bigger than mine with good results. First off I'm a stay at home mother now and don't have that kind of down time. Second I don't want to go thru that kind of pain and third I don't have that kind of money.($7,700). He assured me he could get my stomach flat with a tummy tuck. Of course for that price. SO then we discussed smart lipo. That quote was $4,750. Still over my price budget.
There for my search will continue for a doctor. I did like Dr. Ashruf and would recommend him if you need a tummy tuck. I saw pictures and they had amazing results. I however don't think I need this invasive surgery.
I'll be back later when I have other consultations and hopefully schedule my procedure.
P.S. Tell me what you think about my stomach. Honest opinions. Smart lipo for a flatter muffin top?
Tam
I still have a mommy pooch and my healthy eating( NOT DIET) and exercise regimen have not reduced it all the way. I do wear a size 8 in most clothing, but I still have a little muffin top. Most ppl would think that this was a good size but because of how hard I workout I think I deserve to have a flat tummy.
So today Feb 6, 2015 I went in for my 1st consultation. I went to Cosmetic Plastic Surgery of Maryland in Hanover, MD. Now let me tell you I loved the place when I first walked in. It was very cozy and bright. The staff was pleasant too. I filled out paperwork and was called in the back. I then was asked to undress so that the PS could come look over my stomach and options. It was very nice of Dr. Ashruf to evaluate my body instead of the assistant. I took some pictures and then went over which options would work for me. The first thing Dr. stated was that I would see amazing results from a tummy tuck. WTF!!!!!A tummy tuck. Now I have attached some photos for you all to see and I don't think I even remotely needed a tummy tuck. I have reviewed many lipo photos and see there stomachs much bigger than mine with good results. First off I'm a stay at home mother now and don't have that kind of down time. Second I don't want to go thru that kind of pain and third I don't have that kind of money.($7,700). He assured me he could get my stomach flat with a tummy tuck. Of course for that price. SO then we discussed smart lipo. That quote was $4,750. Still over my price budget.
There for my search will continue for a doctor. I did like Dr. Ashruf and would recommend him if you need a tummy tuck. I saw pictures and they had amazing results. I however don't think I need this invasive surgery.
I'll be back later when I have other consultations and hopefully schedule my procedure.
P.S. Tell me what you think about my stomach. Honest opinions. Smart lipo for a flatter muffin top?
Tam
Replies (5)
U
February 8, 2015
Hi tfaulk0509, you are definitely not a tummy tuck candidate. In my opinion (from the pictures that I have viewed on here as well as what I see when looking at myself) you are the perfect candidate for smart lipo. My stomach is much larger than yours, I went for my consult on January 30th (procedure scheduled for Monday February 9th) and was told that I should have excellent results. I am sure that the right PS for you will be honest enough to tell you there is not alot required to make you look even more fabulous. Happy searching!!!
T
February 8, 2015
I think going to more consultations is a good idea, though I don't think you'll get a much better price than the one you quoted, and, quite frankly, you don't necessarily want to take the lowest price and get no results. It's possible you have some kind of hidden issue (like a diastasis) that would make smart-lipo not so useful for you. But you'd either have to do a test on yourself to see whether you have it, or even better, ask the doctors that you see whether you have a diastasis. If you don't, or if it's very small, then the smart lipo (or some other type of lipo) is the least invasive procedure you can get to actually remove stubborn fat in quantity permanently. And even if you are left with a little extra skin, you won't have The Scar, and you'll look and feel so much better in your clothes.
Getting more doctor opinions is a really good idea. You can also ask the doctors here on RealSelf (it's easy and free). Just include the pics you included here and ask them what they think. If you can take a pic of your tummy when you're halfway up in a sit-up or crunch, that might also be helpful.
L
February 11, 2015
Tummy tuck really! It appears as if you are doing some hard core weight lifting training but how are u doing with cardio? I think smart Lopo is a little over rated. The results are not significant enough to invest in at this time. Stay far away from the sugar and anything white don't bit
S0
February 11, 2015
thanks lady300k. I do some cardio which consist of kickboxing, spin, and step aerobics. I run 2 miles energy now and then. Use to run half marathons but don't feel like running. Not good on your knees. I do easy sugar only one day a week. It's a lifestyle for me and not a diet and I refuse to cut out certain things. I don't eat white bread unless given at a restaurant. Thank you for you advise And compliment :) I love weight lifting. Does more for me than cardio any day!
L
S
February 12, 2015
Go and get a second and third opinion. I recently had smart lipo done on my abdomen after having 3 children. My abdomen was very similar to yours and I too was told I needed a tummy tuck. I went to 4 more doctors and they all said either smart lipo or cool sculpting was an option. Now I am 3 weeks post procedure and it looks a lot better. The skin tightening will take time I am told if it tightens at all but I am pleased with the results. Good Luck!
S0
February 17, 2015
Thanks srowe! I'm looking into coolsculpting too for my lower abs.
L
February 13, 2015
You definitely don't need a tt. You look great but if you want to be flatter, look into smart lipo/lipo.
S0
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