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58 Year Old Finally Getting Tummy Tuck
UPDATED FROM joyaguiar
4 days post
surgery is done
joyaguiarJune 23, 2017
WORTH IT$10,000
3 days post op and I'm already thrilled with the outcome. I used the esperel so that has alleviated a lot of the pain from the tummy truck. now. the lipo is a different story. lots of bruising (yes I did use arnica) tightness and very sore. I started the stool softener and was having comfortable bowel movements by day 3. I recommend getting a pair of bicycle compression shorts if your dr doesn't provide one. I am getting up and moving around but very slowly and a bit hunched over. the worst part is trying to get get up from the couch. I did take a shower yesterday (heavenly). thankfully I had some one to help get back into the compression garment. it's difficult to do on your own. I had a drain less TT without any problems. lots of swelling of course, but almost no seepage. there was a lot of bleeding around the belly button bit I just pulled the tape back a little and was able to sop it up with a gauze pad and replaced the tape. no more blood pooling since then. I'll be having my first post op appt on Monday June 26th.
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I've had a C-section, conservative hysterectomy...
joyaguiarJune 6, 2017
I've had a C-section, conservative hysterectomy followed a year later by a full hysterectomy. my stomach is a mess and can't wait for my procedure to be done. I'm scheduled for June 19, 2017. mine is going to be a drain less procedure. most of the reviews I've read have been from people who had drains in. anyone out there had the drain less? any comments about what to expect would be appreciated. I am also getting the esperel injections. I'm hoping this will be money well spent. at what point where you able to stand up straight . pros and cons of compression garments. I'm also getting some lipo on my hips. should I invest in something besides what the dr is going to send me home with.
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June 8, 2017
I had a breast lift and implants with dr vath a few months ago and I'll be having tummy tuck and hip lipo with him next week Wednesday!! I'm getting exparel also! I've also been wondering about purchasing another garment, hopefully since I'm hijab a hair before you I can give you somewhat of an idea of what to expect!
June 10, 2017
Hey Lucky - just ask for an extra binder after your surgery. They're very helpful with all your needs, and will give you whatever you think you'll need! Best wishes to you!
June 10, 2017
Oh awesome!! They gave me several bras last time, maybe since I'm traveling from out of town I can ask for another binder. I've heard they get stretched out really quick
June 8, 2017
Get the exparel. I am so glad I paid he extra money for it. When I went back for my follow up a week later Dr. Vath asked me was the recovery hard. I told him that it was pretty easy because I only had pain in the sides and flanks where he did lipo. Buy plenty of tank tops. After I took my first shower I put a tank under my binder because the skin is very sensitive afterwards. Plenty of shirts and/or dresses that button down or zip. Unlike people with drains there's not a whole lot that's needed. For a drainless experience check out my review as Dr Vath did my tummy tuck October 26, 2016.
June 12, 2017
There is a forum on real self for over 50 TT crowd. Check it out they have your answers.
February 12, 2018
Does he do Lipo as included with the TT and is it only on tummy or is it on the flanks too?
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