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48, 4 Kids and Finally Getting Tummy Tuck!!! - Grand Rapids, MI

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I am a mother of four grown kids and currently a...

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I am a mother of four grown kids and currently a size 2-4, 128-133 lbs., 5'5", non-smoker, workout 3-6 times a week and I am in very good health. I have wanted a TT for several years and I am finally ready to move forward(Also getting lipo of flanks). No matter how much I work out nor how much weight I may lose I cannot get my abdomen back to pre-baby condition! Most of my friends are surprised that I would do this because I am very thin, but I am doing this because the excess skin and messed up belly button really bother me. My husband is very supportive of my choice but says he is happy with things just as they are. This is all about my satisfaction with my body.
I have read many reviews on RS and did my research on docs and found a great PS in Grand Rapids, Dr. Brad Bengtson. I have met with him twice now and I have a lot of confidence in him. His staff is professional and he is very personable....not something you always find in a doctor. A very close family friend (also a doctor) recommended Dr. Bengtson and after meeting with other docs and reviewing credentials and before and after pics, I know I have made the right choice.
I have scheduled my surgery, made the down payment and my husband and I have collected the supplies. Only 3 weeks until the big day and I am definitely getting nervous. I have read a lot of reviews on RS and noticed that many of you were anxious/nervous prior to the actual surgery so I am trying to relax about it.
It was very difficult to post my before pics but I know how much it helped me in the decision process to see everyone else's before and after pics.

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August 26, 2015
I live about 20 mi from GR.
could you private msg me what other Dr's in the area you have researched?
I am looking for a Dr to do a revision of reconstruction.
Thank You!
Oh and good for you!!
Sometimes we need to do a little something for ourselves!
August 26, 2015
Thank you for sharing. I too have booked this surgery and am nervous/excited. Did your surgeon mention how long you'll be off work?
August 26, 2015
1-3 weeks depending on the type of work you do and if it is a full tt or mini.
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September 23, 2015
Thank you for posting your procedure, I am a similar body type and have wondered what they do to harvest fat for slender women. Very helpful information, thanks.
September 30, 2015
Can you please PM me, I have met with Dr. B but am getting a second opinion with another GR doctor. I would like to know if you met with him and then decided to go with Dr. B instead. Also, how each of their prices compare to each other for the same procedure. I can't get into the 2nd doctor until Nov. And I want the surgery in Dec. So I wanted to just go with Dr B. If it is a waste of time for 2nd. Opinion because I did like Dr B and he has great reviews
October 8, 2015
You are looking good. Congratulations
UPDATED FROM jend123
9 days pre

Trying to decide about fat transfer to breasts!!!!!

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Initially I had planned on having augmentation done at the same time as the TT and lipo, but then changed my mind because I was concerned about being larger than I wanted. I saw Dr. Bengtson for a second consult and he suggested that I have a fat transfer instead of implants. He told me that this would be my only opportunity to do the fat transfer because of the lipo and not enough fat elsewhere to transfer, but I panicked and decided to only do the TT and lipo. Well, now I am re-thinking the fat transfer and I cannot decide what to do. I am currently a 34a and do not want to be more than a full b cup. I am small framed and I do not want to feel fat or top heavy. I would like my breast to be fuller on the top and be somewhat "perkier", but I am not unhappy with them right now. However, if they can be better then why not? I called the office to see if it was still a possibility to add the fat transfer to the surgery and Elizabeth said I could still do it. Any thoughts?

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September 7, 2015
Hi, i was thinking of getting the fat transfer but from what i understand it's not permanent and predictable. I am a similar age, and weight, and have the loose post baby tummy skin too. But I was told that i didn't have enough fat.

Maybe the doctor is recommending fat transfer because you will have to keep coming in for procedures and then will ultimately get implants as well. More $ for the Dr. =[ Just something to think about.

I am planning to do a mommy makeover, TT & BA. I am currently a 34 A and looking to add 250 cc's. My pre-op is on 9/14 and my surgery is scheduled for 9/25. =-]
September 8, 2015
Hi. Thanks for the input. I hope your procedure goes well and you recover quickly.
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September 7, 2015
We have very similar body stats and shapes. Sorry I can't help you out with your decision on fat transfer- but I'm sure you will make the right decision. (I'm ok with myself in the "boob" dept ). My surgery is on the same day as yours...I'm a little nervous but mostly so so excited! Good luck
September 8, 2015
Thanks for the post....my husband and I talked it over and I am going to have the fat transfer with the tt and lipo. I feel pretty confident at this point, but I am getting nervous about all of it. I hope your surgery goes well and I will keep you in my thoughts. We can recover together!!!
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7 days pre

Going ahead with the fat transfer!!!!

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I decided to do the fat transfer. I will post the dreaded before pics this week so everyone can get a good idea of before and after. I'm getting pretty nervous about all of it but I am trying to not freak out too much!!!! :-(

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