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MALLOL BELLA - Lipo Full Torso & Upper Thighs, BBL, Mini Arm Lift

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So, I'm finally doing it. A few years ago, I lost...

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BEY1115
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So, I'm finally doing it. A few years ago, I lost about 100#. Even then, I had back rolls. Not biscuits, big buttery ROLLS. I've since gained about 30#, but I'm holding steady. Still, I decided I want the rolls gone, and since I had so much to work with, I thought I'd go ahead and buy the butt I was hoping the Big Guy would give me one day. I've been reading about Dr. EMC, and he sounds like a wonderful, very skilled PS. Still, I'm pretty nervous. Looking for buddies and advice.

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Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD

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April 3, 2016
Please keep us updated. I'm considering this doctor as well :) excited for you doll
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April 3, 2016
Thank you! I will. And good luck to you too!
April 6, 2016
How exciting!
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April 6, 2016
Isn't it! I'm completely ready, and at the same time, not ready at all. No matter how much I read, I don't feel at all like I know what to expect. Lots of moving parts!!!
April 9, 2016
Which recovery house are you staying at? I may be going the first of June
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April 9, 2016
I'm not. A few updates lower is a pic of the apartment I rented on AirBnB for two weeks at a steal. My mother (who is a nurse) and husband are joining me, so an RH was probably not going to work.
April 12, 2016
I should be there the 1st of June with you @missprettycomplete
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April 13, 2016
MissPretty & Sexy, what PS did you settle on? I'll be leaving as you guys are getting there, so I'll miss you but GOOD LUCK!!
April 17, 2016
Well I'm still waiting on Dr Henoa's quote, so far I got a quote from Dr Mallol n he has May 25th open for me and I'm waiting on Villaloba to see if he'll work on me. I'm getting the biogel removed before this crap hurts me for real but I want it replaced the same time as removal with lipo plus BBL. I may as well change my implants while I'm there. I want a rhinoplasty too but it's about what dr can do all with good results safely within 6 hours.
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April 18, 2016
Exactly. Ok, cool. Good luck with your search, Missy!
April 25, 2016
That's dope I live airbnb
April 25, 2016
Typo LOVE
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April 25, 2016
Right! Places looks gorgeous too!
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April 11, 2016
Best of luck. I'm also having lipo. Though my procedure is not until October. :(
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April 11, 2016
Nah! October will be here before you know it! You can heal over the winter and then - BAM! - come spring, you'll be miss foxy! I'm going to be slogging through a girdle all the way through summer!
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April 25, 2016
I am October 7, what's your SX date.
May 9, 2016
Did you have to buy your corset.
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May 9, 2016
Me? For my surgery with Mallol?
May 9, 2016
Yeah. Is he providing your corset or did you have to purchase your own
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May 9, 2016
He's providing my first faja. Is your procedure this week with Dr. M?
May 9, 2016
Yeah
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May 9, 2016
OMG, are you excited? Good luck!
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May 9, 2016
OMG, are you excited? Good luck!
UPDATED FROM BEY1115
1 month pre

Does Lipo Require Drains? PS is Dr. Mallol

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Reading about various experiences after lipo, and all of them seem to involve drains. Then, I read an 'Ask the Doctor' post and two of the three docs said no drains with a lipo-only procedure. Now I'm confused. Any feedback would be helpful!

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April 3, 2016
I've heard the seem thing. No drains needed if you are only doing liposuction. but messages are importance that the body can absorb the lose fluid.
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April 3, 2016
Got it! I have absolutely no idea what to expect, so this helps alot!
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April 8, 2016
No drains . I had to get one after the fact due to a swelling issue but usually no
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April 8, 2016
What a good decision to have a local doctor preform your procedure. I don't have that option - I live overseas, and such procedures are performed with different expectations here. My new concern (and believe me, there's a running list) is what will happen if I my experience tracks yours, as I am travelling quite a ways. I'll be with my MD for two weeks, but your issue took two weeks to manifest. May I ask, in hindsight, is there anything you would have done differently?
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April 11, 2016
I've been told by my surgeon that I will be having drains.
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April 11, 2016
Ugh. I'm hoping to be drain free; I hate those things. Thanks. And, hey, good luck! When do you go?
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April 11, 2016
Just saw your other post, but I'd already responded here. Who's your MD? Are you a
"Bella" too?
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April 13, 2016
from reading tons of reviews the drains help the healing process
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April 14, 2016
Yep, they do. Just wondering, b/c I HATE drains!
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April 19, 2016
Dr. Mallol says yes on the drains.
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June 18, 2016
Happy to hear that since I'm going with him. Don't care if it hurts as longest it drains property!
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April 24, 2016
I think having drains will assist in removing pressure and excess fluid. It seems to be a necessity along with massages.
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April 24, 2016
Yeppers. I just HATE them. Of course, no really actually LIKES them, so there's that too!
UPDATED FROM BEY1115
1 month pre

Time To Step Up This Game

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Ok, ladies. I'm scheduled for May 17, but I'm one of those people who likes to have it together WAAAY early. So, a few things:

1 - DRIVER: how are people finding drivers if they don't go through their PS?

2 - RH: how are you deciding on your RH ? I know ZIP about any of this. Does my PS give me a list, or pick the one I'm going to or something?

3 - anybody NOT do an RH? My husband is coming, and my mom, so we might ask just stay in a hotel or a time share. Has any one here tried that?

4 - would you advise getting my tourist card online? Can I get it now or do I have to wait until closer to my procedure?

Sorry for all the questions! Just excited about getting started and don't know where to go to ask. Thank you in advanced for your help!

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April 4, 2016
Check these out they are all a few minutes away from the doctors office: Rocio RH,Armonia Rh,Paradise or Serenity let them know you are having family members staying with you and they will give you a quote and 3 at a time may share a room with you" to be safe is best ro stay in a RH not a hotel
April 4, 2016
Sorry for my typo
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April 5, 2016
Hahaha! Thanks for the INFO. I've heard about Armonia but none of the others. I'll ask them all for a quote and see what I get. Do you have a favorite? A "last choice" option? I agree, best to stay in an RH - my mom is a nurse though so at least while she is there I should be OK. There is so much to do to get this arranged!
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April 13, 2016
Check out Rocio Ortega Recovery House they have great reviews and are one of the recovery houses that he works with
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April 13, 2016
also the recovery houses come with drivers
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April 14, 2016
Ms. Low just posted some great pics of the house. Looks gorgeous!
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April 9, 2016
I'm havin surgery may 21 staying in paradise recovery house. they have a package I'll be staying 8 days my nurse and cook will be 24 hrs it comes with meds and post op garments transportation,of course it's a double room but the rooms are great wifi a/c the beds bathrooms are lovely nurses station .the nurses are a push button away and most all which u can download yaself translator app and cable to make ya stay more comfortable.
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April 10, 2016
That DOES sound nice ... almost wish I was going there! If I end up having to stay longer than two weeks, I think I WILL stay there.
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June 17, 2016
Any hospital beds there?
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June 17, 2016
Yes,u need to request one
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May 5, 2016
since my husband will be joining me my doctor gave us a list of places to choose from that was nearby so the driver will be accessible.
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May 5, 2016
Hello! I eventually decided to just rent an apartment since there people are traveling with me. Did you finally pick your place?