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New New - Dominican Republic

UPDATED FROM sandmini2015
3 days pre

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sandmini2015
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I'm still up on reAl self and it's 3am. I have 2 more days before I'm headed to DR. I can't sleep but I'm tired as hell. I like posting a status just so it will say "4 days pre". I've been looking at some recent reviews of bbl and the before and after pics on some of these girls got me super excited for my turn. I'm going to use one of the girls as my dish pic. I can't believe the transformation.

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Luis A. Mejia, MD

Luis A. Mejia, MD

Plastic Surgeon

4.3 | 187 Reviews
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August 1, 2016
Are you going by yourself?
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August 3, 2016
I am what about you?
August 3, 2016
Yes. I've been to Dominican before but not by myself. Are you getting nervous
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August 3, 2016
Not really but I had a issue with my passport today because the status is still under review for some reason so now I'm just waiting. I had to cancel my flight which cost me $200. So that was stressful. I'm hoping the process doesn't take too long
August 3, 2016
Is it a new passport. You can,go to a local office and get it issued the same day. I work for American Airlines so I am familiar with the rules
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August 3, 2016
That's what I did I had my appt July 26th and went to pick it up yesterday August 2nd and it still being reviewed. I went to the passport agency and paid the expedited fee but it's not ready
August 3, 2016
Oh wow usually if you show them your flight reservations they will process the same day
August 3, 2016
I got my kids passports issued same day in Atlanta. But all the offices have same day. I did mine in ny
September 6, 2016
Thanks for the info....
August 1, 2016

Good luck and keep us posted!

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August 3, 2016
Thanks
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August 3, 2016
Praying for you! Hope all goes well.
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August 7, 2016
Hope all goes well..please update with pics. I'm really narrowing my search down and I think I'm choosing this dr. Any info would help
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August 8, 2016
Praying everything goes well. I'm looking into Dr Mejia as well. Please keep us updated.
UPDATED FROM sandmini2015
6 days pre

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sandmini2015
I leave for Dominican Republic in five more days which seems so surreal because I found this website "real self" while researching cosmetic procedures, and I got more than I bargained for. I am so greatful to have this platform to document my journey to the flat side. I created my profile last year December 2015 and less than a year later I will be having a mommy make over plus bbl. I feel this forum is God sent. It allows you to connect with others just like you. I am thankful I get to see other patients of my surgeon, and I must say, I am pleased with the results and my decision to choose dr mejia.

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July 30, 2016
You must be excited! I'm sure everything will go well, can't wait to see your updates! :)
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July 30, 2016
I am beyond excited I will update as much as I can
July 30, 2016
You won't have any regrets, I don't. The lipo foam will be your best friend after surgery....it's still mine.
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July 30, 2016
Thanks boo I do have the lipo foam thank God
July 30, 2016
hi, what is lipo foam? Is that to help support your back? because I am 9 days post opp and my back is what hurts the most.
July 31, 2016
It's cushion you add between your faja and t-shirt. It makes your back more comfortable when laying down if you had lipo done.
July 31, 2016
Okay, thanks, I didn't have any lipo so guess I don't need.
July 31, 2016
I can't wait to see your results I am scheduled with dr. Mejia in December
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August 1, 2016
I plan on posting lists of pics and videos for the upcoming patients don't worry lol
UPDATED FROM sandmini2015
13 days pre

Before pics

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sandmini2015
These are my before pics, but my first review has a lot more pictures and details during my journey to the flat side. I created another review because I wanted to do one for dr. Mejia so his upcoming patients can see his work. I couldn't change the name from the doctor I originally thought about going to in DR to doctor mejia.

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July 24, 2016
He is the best doctor ever!!
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July 29, 2016
You look great too boo I can't wait one more week to go
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July 25, 2016
You should do well, he should be able to get your whole stomach,and sides.
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July 25, 2016
I hope he does get all this fat and I need aggressive lipo on my back
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July 31, 2016
Yeah, I think the right surgeon could get it done with just lipo, someone else might want to sale a tummy tuck as well to you.did you decide who yet it's a hard decision?
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August 1, 2016
I leave for DR in two days and dr. Mejia is my choice. I thought about going to dr. Mcadoo in Miami, and when I emailed his office my consultation pics for lipo and bbl they gave me a quote for lipo to abdomen. I started seeing the reviews and results of girls on real self going to Dominican Republic and I fell in love. I've sent my consultation pics to a few doctors in DR and they all suggested a tummy tuck vs lipo to abdomen. I've also noticed that if you have a big stomach like mine and only get lipo, you will be left with sagging skin. I do not want loose skin plus I have a c section scar, so the scar from the tummy tuck won't be a big deal for me. I am going to follow the recommendations of Doctor mejia when I see him face to face
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August 1, 2016
I think a tummy tuck would give me better results plus the muscles are tightened in your stomach as well
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July 25, 2016
I wish you good luck and speedy recovery!! Please make sure to update with pics, and your overall experience please. I'm super scared, but still gonna do it
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July 29, 2016
I have a more detailed review also so you can see that one as well but I will make sure to post tons of after pics
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July 29, 2016
Thank you so much. These reviews might seem silly, but it motivates me to go for it. Especially when everyone around you is against it.
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August 1, 2016
I think it's because some people are talkers and not doers and we are actually fulling what we what to do. It's a great feeling but people will be negative because they are not brave enough to fix their insecurities. I'm sure this will give me even more confidence
September 16, 2016
Have u done ur surgery yet and how was it