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1yr post TT 50 yr old

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Well I've had several consults with surgeons to do...

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bikini4me
WORTH IT$7,000

Well I've had several consults with surgeons to do my tummy tuck and lipo on saddle bags (outer thigh) and I've narrowed it down to 2 doctors.

I got an immediate good gut feeling on Dr. P. Nakano. As others have said, he really takes his time with you and answers all your questions. I would also say that he very carefully makes sure you have the right expectations and definitely does not promise you the sun and moon.. and seems in my opinion to be very humble. I do like the reviews I've seen and the before and after pictures. The office is not fancy, but staff is extremely nice. Cons: He didn't seem to think my stomach would not be very flat after surgery despite not being heavy.

The second doctor that I also like, and has very good reviews.. does ALOT of procedures a week... mostly mommy makeovers... Dr. Wang is very friendly, sweet... She said the surgery was only take 2 hours and Dr. Nakano said 4 hours. Although I like the idea of less time under anesthesia, I don't want my procedure rushed. I get the feeling they run back to back. Not necessarily bad, but makes me a little hesitant. Their cost is also $2000 higher that other quote, but they do require you to stay in hospital overnight and provide an extra implantable medicine (Experel) that can keep you more comfortable for 3 days. I like the idea of staying in hospital overnight where they can take good care of me and keep me fairly pain free for the first few days.

so I booked the date for April 22.. which it could be sooner but this will give me time to prepare and exercise alot so I can be in the best shape before the date.

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1 month pre

5 weeks to surgery! It seems so far away but I've...

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5 weeks to surgery! It seems so far away but I've had to time it so my recovery won't conflict with things. I read that the recovery is easier if you are in good shape, so I've stepped up my exercise to 3-4 days a week. I'm going to start taking special surgical vitamins 2 weeks before the surgery and atleast 6 weeks after.

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1 month pre

I realize in my first post that I didn't include...

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I realize in my first post that I didn't include any details about myself. I am 5'2", and weigh 135lbs. I have 4 children (5, pregnancies) When I had my 1st child at age 20yr I weighed 85lbs.. needless to say it didn't go well for my tummy. Dealing with the ugly, ugly stretch marks was bad enough, but my tummy took an even worse turn when I hit age 47. The skin started getting much more lax and my c section pouch got worse. I also started getting thick around my middle which my doctor said was typical at my age.. despite alot more diet changes, and exercising it just won't go away.

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March 18, 2013

Welcome to the community and thank you for sharing the start of your journey.  I will be anxious to hear who you decide on for a doctor.  Looking forward to reading your posts:)

March 18, 2013
Good luck choosing a doctor. An overnight stay in the hospital would be nice.lol my surgery is april26.
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March 18, 2013
are you as nervous as I am? We'll be able to cheer each other on!
March 18, 2013
I am very nervous.lol I am just getting the tt. I am nervous and,excited all at once. We can be cheer buddies.lol