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Saggy Belly and Breasts...ugh! - Broomfield, CO

UPDATED FROM sweetlady44
2 years post

2 1/2 years later

WORTH IT
I look the same! I don’t think my breasts look as big in person as they do in my pics though. Either the camera makes them look bigger or I’m just used to them. I hope anyone considering a Mommy Makeover does it! BTW, the first pic of me with light skin is my real skin color. The other two were taken in the bathroom to minimize shadows and it makes me look like I have a nice tan. I wish!

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Steven Vath, MD

Steven Vath, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 347 Reviews
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Dr. Vath needs to change his name to Dr. Amazing! I had the “basic” Mommy Makeover. Just a tummy tuck and breast lift. I researched the procedures and numerous doctors in the Denver Metro area for a year. Dr. Vath was at the top of my list for a variety of reasons. The most important being his kind and down to earth appearance. This was my first experience with plastic surgery and I was frightened. I needed someone with a gentle, kind and down to earth appearance. After seeing his before and after gallery, I was confident Dr. Vath would be my choice. My first consultation with him I was extremely nervous. He personally came out to the lobby and greeted me. I don’t recall any doctor I’ve had ever doing that. I followed his tall stature to his office where he was going to begin going over the different implant types and what not. I believe he was taken aback when I told him I didn’t want nor feel the need to have implants. He immediately slid them to the side of his desk and was; most likely, relieved I just saved him at least 20 minutes taking about implant choices. In the examination room he made me feel comfortable, even with my embarrassing body standing there while he examined me. He told me I was right, I didn’t need implants, just the basics. I felt relief come over me. Dr. Vath doesn’t just look like a kind and down to earth man he is. He doesn’t try to tell you to have lipo or any other procedure you either do not need or want. He is an honest man. I must mention Kari, his patient coordinator, in my review. She is just as awesome as Dr. Vath! She answered my emails within 24 hours and helped me make a few last minute decisions in my second consultation with Dr. Vath. I had a few additional questions before my procedure and if Kari didn’t already know the answer, she found it! The anesthesiologist was excellent and answered my question. The entire day of surgery I was put at ease by the staff. The entire center is wonderful! The front desk staff always greets you with a smile. I had to call the nurse line one time post op and Deb responded within an hour! The only part that disappointed me a bit was that Dr. Vath never personally phoned me the day after my surgery as other patients mention in their reviews. My results, which are not even 3 months old yet, are AMAZING! It is beyond my expectations pre op! Dr. Vath is an artist! Like my title says, just call him Dr. Amazing!

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Hi Sweetlady, Thanks for returning to update after all this time. Still looking fantastic!
Thank you Mdlg5! You’re a great member here and helpful to many. I see your embarking on another procedure for your tummy! Having a pretty tummy is just as important as the breasts. I’ll be checking in on your progress!
Wow you look great!! Thanks for stopping by to update so long after surgery.. not many do but I sure know I appreciate the reviews who do.. and the ones with photos!!
You’re welcome Lucky.Charms.3 and thank you for the compliment!
Hi! Not sure if you still come on here but I love your results..I basically want to get the same thing and noticed some people put the full price they paid for their surgery..thinking of going with the same doctor..How much did you pay for your TT and Lift?
I honestly don’t remember candecurls. It was 4 years ago and I’m sure costs have gone up some as well. Everyone is different with a MM so costs are different. It’s best just to set up the free consultation with Dr. Vath and then you’ll know how much your total cost would be. Good luck!
Ok thank you so much!
Hello I just saw your inquiry, his consult is no longer free its $75, I had mine in December and scheduled my surgery for this march for BL/BA and TT for $19,000 with Dr Vath. I'm traveling from out of state to him because his results to me are the best. Praying we all come out looking amazing.
You’re in great hands Forme74! I want to have a mini brow lift and lip lift late this year. Thank you for the heads up on the consult fee. I know they get a lot of “shoppers” that really can’t afford the procedure or are from competitors so it makes sense. No need to stress or worry, I know you will some because it’s only natural, but you will be so happy with your results! Keep your profile updated with pictures when you’re feeling up for it!
Thank you and congratulations, you look amazing. I wasn't sure you would be back on here I am so thankful you posted a pic 2 years after I was showing my daughter and the fresh wounds were freaking her out. So when I found your profile all healed, lightened, and looking amazing she was like okay yeah. So thank you and I will definitely post pictures I'm trying to get holiday weight gain off and then I'll post more before pictures. Have an awesome day.
Awesome! I hope you plan to spend one day in Colorado before your procedure so you can see the beautiful sights! It’s been unusually dry here so you may not have any snow to deal with! I look forward to seeing your updates!
Yeah for sure I booked a red eye so we'll have all day Thursday before my surgery to tour the city, hopefully that will calm my nerves. Thanks again and let me know how your upcoming procedures go.
Still looking great
Thank you Suzietexas24! You’re looking fabulous yourself! TT’s Rule!
Appreciate the update, still looks amazing!
UPDATED FROM sweetlady44
1 year post

My last Mommy Makeover update

It's been a year since my body has been beautifully transformed from a saggy mess to the youthful appearance it once was! I saw Dr. Vath and he is very happy with how great my breasts turned out and my healing. He also mentioned I must be working out a lot with the definition on my abdomen. Sure, I walk 5.5 miles 5 x a week, but I've been a little lazy over the summer and I LOVE ice cream! It was picture day too! Dr. Vath personally took my pictures.

I never thought I would show my tummy tuck scar, but I think it will help people who are considering the procedure and are concerned where it is and what it looks like. I can tell you it's 100% worth it! My middle abdominal area is still mostly numb. I can slightly feel fingertips going over it, but not fully. I'm not too concerned with this unavoidable fact because I had a c-section with my son and it took over 2 years for full feeling to come back.

I wear my binder every weeknight as well. I stopped about 3 months after my surgery and noticed my tummy didn't look as flat as it used to so I began sleeping in my binder at night and it DOES make a difference. For me, I will do this for life now. Well, maybe when I'm 70 years old I'll quit! Lol

To recap, I had a full tummy tuck and breast lift. No implants or lipo.

Best of luck to all of you looking to have a mommy makeover and I think it's worth the price, recovery and scars! :-))

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Hi, You look amazing! And you're in such great shape to boot! Not sure you were hesitant to show your TT scar. It looks great. You have those abs from walking and eating ice cream? I'm jealous. :-)
Thank you! Dr. Vath mentioned I've been working out, but I haven't been consistent during the summer. And the ice cream! Yummy! LOL
Oops, I forgot to ask you, but do you see the side boob I asked about on your profile? I could see yours in your newest update and I think we look pretty similar in size and shape so far.
Hi, well I noticed in your last set of photos your arms are high up or behind your back. Keep in mind that posing like this will bring out the side boob more. You have other photos where your arms are down to your sides in a more natural position... and the side boob is much less. In any case I think it's impossible not to have some side boob if you're a C Cup or larger.

Yes I do think we look similar in shape. Interestingly, even though I'm much smaller now, I still fit into my old bras. Of course I feel them out very differently. I measured myself a few days ago using the Victoria's Secret method and I was a small 34C... I've also dropped several pounds since the surgery... weighing 122 lbs at 5'5". If I put those pounds back on i will probably get a little fuller on top. Prior to my surgery one doctor at a prior consultation measured me at 34DD. I found it interesting that Dr. Vath did not do any measuring. I guess he just has a good eye. Did he measure you?
Please excuse the typo. I meant to say "fill them out..." not "feel them out". Lol.
That is quite a big difference and still be able to wear the same bras. Awesome on the weight loss! I dropped 5 pounds after my surgery, but with a full TT most people drop at least 3 pounds due to the procedure itself. I'm at 125 now and looking to drop 5 pounds only. I'll be 46 years old in January and having a good 10 pounds more than what you weighed in our 20's keeps our face looking younger. No, Dr. Vath has never measured me. I've heard he doesn't measure most of the time. I still wear the same size after my lift; however I don't fill the cups as well as I used to. I chose to go down to a 34C and put an extender on. I hope your home made it through the storm!
Well my bras are made of very stretchy unlined material... which is why they still fit. Now that I'm smaller I don't stretched the fabric out as much; they're a lot more comfortable now, which makes me realize that they were probably too small for me before.

And yes my home was basically untouched by the hurricane. The electricity went off for half a day in our neighborhood and that was the worst of it. Thank goodness!
wow incredible! i hope my results are as good as yours!!
Thank you mrsb83! I'm sorry to have read the ups and downs of your breast revision and you'll be very happy with the lift and extremely happy with a tummy tuck! The TT is a tough one the first week. After that, it gets easier week by week and you're just happy to be able to lie down without help or taking forever! It's all worth it and I wish you all the best! :-))
thank you hon :) i hope i look as good as you! ;)
The difference in your before and now self is stunning. Going back a few steps, well done on quitting smoking, losing weight and your fantastic decision to have a breast lift, as opposed to implants, as well as the tummy tuck. It is great to see and hear that it is possible to be satisfied with just a lift: to read that you have also helped others in this decision is even better. You seem to be a rather good role model for a lift and tummy tuck. Enjoy yourself. I give you my good wishes.
Thank you very much HorseyOne! You brought a smile to my face with your comment :-))
You look amazing. Makes me want to do a consult for the tt. I look ok standing but leaning over isn't very pretty since my last kidlet. You look so fantastic. And no implant!!!! Amazing
Thank you so much Lvmylf! I went in for my tummy the most. I almost didn't have the lift because I didn't think they were that bad! I'm so happy I did decide to do it all after looking at the pictures they took of me pre-op! I'm following your progress and can't wait to read how much you like the new you! :-))
I'm hoping it goes well. :-)
Hello, you look wonderful! could you please tell me what did you use for the breast lift scars?
Hi there waaw! I'm sorry I haven't been on here in a long time. I just saw your question. I used Cica Solutions silicone scar glide. You can find it very reasonably priced on Amazon. It comes in a small deodorant looking tube. Some didn't like it because it rubs the scars and they are tender when pressure is applied for months after surgery. I think this helped my scars though. You are supposed to massage them after they heal and this product does that while applying the silicone at the same time!
Hey there, noticed you were back on. I am finally scheduled for October 2. I'm still deciding on implant or no implant.
Awesome! I had mine done in early October too! Dr. Vath refers to October-December as his "busy time". He hasn't figured out why most patients want surgery during those months the most! Lol The implants decision you'll have never trust your intuition on. I'm very happy I didn't need or want them. I wouldn't want to go through another surgery and cost within 15 years to replace the implants. Everyone has different goals of what they want for themselves though. I'll check in on you and can't wait for updates this winter!
TO trust your intuition* Autocorrect is wrong sometimes!
Thanks! You do look great!
UPDATED FROM sweetlady44
9 months post

Boobs and belly :-)

How time flies! I'm 9 months post op and still doing my same workout routine (most of the time) and I'm still in awe of my results. I didn't care much about my boobs in the beginning. I was more interested in having a flat belly again! The breast lift was just to show off the contouring better. Now, I LOVE MY BOOBIES! See last pic where my vertical scar is almost nonexistent? Woohoo! I hope everyone is having a awesome summer!

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I haven't been on here forever but saw your post pop up in my newsfeed and holy crap, woman! You really do look amazing! I can't believe your scars are almost completely faded. That's fantastic! I still have a loooooong way to go in the scar department, and I don't think they'll ever fade down to what you have, but I'm trying to be patient. I still want a TT more than anything, but I just don't have the money right now and need to get lasik before anything else. Hope all is well with you! I miss chatting with you.
Hey Pepper! I was on here a couple days ago and tried to click on your profile and it kept taking me to some other chick I had commented on! I figured realself was having technical difficulties. No one has been on here most of the summer! LOL Life finally settled down for me and I've been checking things out. Did you see Dr. Vath and Dr. Wolff have videos discussing procedures on their website now? I didn't look for Dr. Steinwald. Did he do some videos too? I want to see if he speaks really fast like you said in the beginning! Haha! Your scars will fade in time as well! You just had your revision about 4 months ago right? I'm going to have to check you out! I still have your email address and will take that pic on my TT scar as soon as I'm no longer bloated! Ugh, I really can't wait to get through menopause! Best to you pretty lady and I'll be in touch:-))
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