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35 Yr Old Mom of 2 Yr Old - No Drain TT w/ MR, flank and inner thigh Lipo
UPDATED FROM Tobethin
2 months post
Six Week Post-op Update & pics
WORTH IT$9,695
Can't believe its been 6 weeks!
Here are my measurements
Weight: 141 (down 10 lbs)
Waist: 36 (down 1 in)
Leg: 23 (down 1 1/2 in)
Important milestones:
Day 4: off drugs (except Ibuprofen)
Day 5: first post op poop (uneventful)
Day 13: started scar therapy (embrace)
Day 14: back to work (uneventful)
By one month most of my swelling was gone. Yea.
I wore my compression garment the entire six weeks but yesterday I retired it. Yea, again :)
So glad I did this especially when I look at the before and after pics. Definitely worth it.
I'm also posting my updated pics.
Here are my measurements
Weight: 141 (down 10 lbs)
Waist: 36 (down 1 in)
Leg: 23 (down 1 1/2 in)
Important milestones:
Day 4: off drugs (except Ibuprofen)
Day 5: first post op poop (uneventful)
Day 13: started scar therapy (embrace)
Day 14: back to work (uneventful)
By one month most of my swelling was gone. Yea.
I wore my compression garment the entire six weeks but yesterday I retired it. Yea, again :)
So glad I did this especially when I look at the before and after pics. Definitely worth it.
I'm also posting my updated pics.
Tobethin's provider
UPDATED FROM Tobethin
8 days post
One Week Follow Up - Scar Pics
Yesterday I went for my one week follow up and got my stitches removed and finally saw my scar underneath the tape. I must say that I was dreading this moment because I have seen some horrible scars on this site. My biggest fear was that it was going to be uneven or too high. Neither of which I could fix. I'm happy that it is perfectly symmetrical and right in line with my pubic hair as you can see in my photos. I was surprised to see that I looks like a wave or a "W" coming in at the center. I also like my belly button, it looks natural.
I talked to the doctor about Embrace scar treatment and he doesn't think that i need ANY scar treatment. One of the things I didn't realize was that with this progressive tension technique you don't get as much pulling i.e. the scars don't stretch as much i.e. naturally thinner scars. However, Kim, his RN says that she has had positive results with it and she would do it so I decided to give it a try. I go next week after the scar has healed. I'm interested to know if anyone else has done or intends to do any scar treatment.
I talked to the doctor about Embrace scar treatment and he doesn't think that i need ANY scar treatment. One of the things I didn't realize was that with this progressive tension technique you don't get as much pulling i.e. the scars don't stretch as much i.e. naturally thinner scars. However, Kim, his RN says that she has had positive results with it and she would do it so I decided to give it a try. I go next week after the scar has healed. I'm interested to know if anyone else has done or intends to do any scar treatment.
Replies (3)
December 3, 2014
You look great! I agree your scar is a clean line, not uneven, and high. I am sure you will be pleased with your results as time goes on. I am planning TT next year and considering Pollock. I will keep an eye on your progress.
December 4, 2014
Thanks kasual02. It's nice to know that I'm not delusional about my scar, LOL. I, like everyone on this site, think my PS is the best PS. This thing he created (progressive tension suture technique) is truly genius!
December 30, 2014
you look fantastic!! please post some updated photos now that you're a few weeks along!!
UPDATED FROM Tobethin
5 days post
Four Days Post Op Photos
These are my post op photos that I took yesterday. The jury is still out on whether it was worth it or not. I'm hoping that my stomach will be even flatter once the swelling goes down. Also looking forward to all the bruising being gone. Everywhere there was lipo there is a bruise which is the flanks and the inner thighs. PS said that I didn't have any fat to remove in my abdomen.
Replies (5)
December 1, 2014
Looks worth it to me! Once that swelling goes down you'll be good to go! Looks great!
December 1, 2014
Girl you are going to look awesome once the swelling goes down. You are only 5 days Post Op, be patient my friend. I know it's better said than done and I am pretty sure I will be feeling the same way in less than 2 weeks. But seriously, you look great so far.
December 1, 2014
Looking fantastic so far!! You are going to be thrilled, I'm sure!! Happy healing and thank you for posting photos! :) Keep us updated!
December 1, 2014
Ladies, thanks so much for the kind words and support. I'm actually getting a little emotional and trying not to cry. So glad I joined this site and can share with people who understand. I have told very few people (only those with a need to know) and none of them truly understand the emotional roller coaster I've been feeling. You all do and for that I am so so thankful. :)
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