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Tummy Tuck

UPDATED FROM vv09
2 months post

10 wk update

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vv09May 15, 2018
WORTH IT$9,800
Life is getting back to normal. My scar is not 100% but it improves every week. I use Biocorneum scar gel on it daily and cover it with micropore tape. I can stand straight and workout 3-4 times a weeks. I do a lot of cardio, I don’t want to risk any issues with my stomach so I stay away from weights.
A lot of the rippling has softened. The incision lays kinda of high so it’s right at my bikini underwear. In various bathing suits it can be seen or hidden but if I move a lot it shows for sure. It really doesn’t bother me, I just hope the color of my scar lightens eventually. I am just happy for a smooth stomach!

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Sarah Mess, MD

Sarah Mess, MD

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LaFemmeDeLaLune
May 23, 2018
I’m almost exactly the same age, height and weight as you, with 7 and 4 year old kiddos. I have a TT scheduled for the end of July, which will also include an umbilical hernia repair. So I’m super curious about how your healing goes and what you think of the end result. I’m planning on returning to work after 2 weeks. Were you really not able to stand straight until 3 weeks after the surgery? Hoping I don’t have to hobble around the office. And, by the way, you are looking great!! :-)
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Mommymakeover2017
May 25, 2018
looking great! glad to hear things are going well for you :)
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Mommymakeover2017
November 10, 2018
Hi there! Just checking in to see how you are doing? Hope all is well with you!
UPDATED FROM vv09
1 month post

Puckering

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vv09April 13, 2018
It’s been 5 weeks since my surgery. Although, there has been so much improvement I can’t help but wonder will this puckering ever soften? I am so nervous/worried!

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marcasey5
April 17, 2018
Did your doctor use TissuGlu for your drainless Tummy Tuck?
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vv09
April 17, 2018
she did use a surgical glue and no tape. I am not sure if that’s the name of it, but sounds about right. it washed off in a couple weeks.
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23 days post

Muscle Tension

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vv09April 1, 2018
Today has been a great day. I woke up and all the muscle tension I had in my upper abdomen softened!!! Now I can almost stand straight! My lower abdomen is still tight and swollen but it’s way easier to manage. I am so relieved!

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tswillard
April 8, 2018
You look good but your scar looks a little high. Are you happy with it?
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vv09
April 8, 2018
it is a it high. it has softened and lowered a bit. I will post an update with photos tonight. most bathing suit bottoms cover it.
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Mommymakeover2017
April 16, 2018
yay! I told you that you wouldn’t be hunched forever lol! :)
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