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TT update: 21 Months
I just wanted to give an update on my healing progress and life after tt.
I am very active: cycling and gym about 5 days per week total. I am almost always in some type of gym/cycling/ or exercise garb. Otherwise, I wear leggings and t-shirts. I feel much better in these types of outfits since my surgery!!
Also, it is a real treat to be able to get rid of the "hanging apron" of pregnancy and weight loss...I feel so much more confident without having to hide that bump under some long top!
I still get muscle cramps in my abdomen after cycling or during stretching. It feels like a tight ball, and it is painful. This has, perhaps, been one of the more challenging things to handle, although it doesn't seem to happen as much as it used to, but when it does, it is quite painful.
I am treating my scar with biocorneum that I received through the RS program, and I have been impressed with the way it is lightening up and flattening, especially over the darker areas. You can see the photos under my biocorneum review.....
All in all, everything is going well, and I am very grateful to my ps, Dr. Mark Schusterman, for my great results! He is an awesome doctor !!
Tummy Tuck 14 1/2 months out
It's been a little while since my last update.
I have to say that the year after surgery passed fairly quickly. There were some ups & downs, but I survived.
I never thought I would say this, but in hindsight, the Hys & tt were actually the easy parts of 2016!!
Now looking back, I am glad I had the procedure, and I am happy with my tt results. I am also feeling much better, overall, being rid of the endometriosis pain and monthly discomort. I would have both of these procedures 100x over (with the same surgeons, that is!!).
My bb turned out Ok after all. I do wish it had more depth when I lie flat, but at this point, I don't see myself having any further procedures. I am happy doing my exercise and not having to worry about any medical issues at this time!!
I will post some pics so you can see how much my scar has faded and what my healed bb looks like....
I hope my posts have helped some of you envision what this process would entail if you are considering a tummy tuck. The money is well worth it. And I, personally, would not let having the scar stop me. As long as you are OK with it then you will be fine.
Txmom
Tummy Tuck : Dr. Schusterman. 8 Months Update
These past 2 months have flown by......I was so excited to receive my before/after pictures from Dr. Schusterman's office.....Many of you, especially those of you in the Houston area, have asked to see them, so I will post them for you.....
I want you to know that I continue to be absolutely overjoyed with my tummy tuck results !!! My scar is nice & straight. No puckering, ropiness, or "dog ears" at the ends. He cut me low, so I can wear a lower cut swimsuit bottom, & the scar doesn't show...Plus, the scar is very flat, & lately it has faded so much, that I can see it is on its way to disappearance...I wore Scar Away for about 2 months. Now I am just using Argan oil once a day.
I want you to know that I truly believe Dr. Schusterman is an exceptional plastic surgeon, both in terms of technical skill & compassion. I am a nurse, and I am extremely critical of doctors.....I can honestly say that Dr. Schusterman has met & exceeded my expectations with my tummy tuck. He has many years of experience, & I know he cares very deeply about his work & his patients....
(He is a little bit on the quiet side, so you might not pick up on this right away, But I have come to know him better since my surgery in January 2016, & I know that he is very dedicated.) If you are looking for a great plastic surgeon, then I highly recommend Dr. Schusterman. Your satisfaction will be his top priority, & he will make sure you are thrilled with your results.....I know I am.
Provider Review
Dr. Schusterman is more on the quiet side, but he will listen to you and address all of your concerns. I saw him 4 times in consultation before I felt ready to have the procedure. I am not a person who rushes into long term decisions. He never lost his patience with me, and seemed genuinely interested in making me feel comfortable. He saw me every day in the hospital, even though he was not the lead physician. If I were you, I would do my research and have some questions ready for him, as he is not a doctor who will lead the conversation. But, he will have a very good answer for everything you ask. He is extremely intelligent and has a lot of experience with the procedure. I liked him a lot, and I hope I like my result just as much. My GYN said it's one of the best tummy tucks he's ever seen in the Houston area. He said my scar is "beautiful" and that Dr. Schusterman's technical skills are top notch. So, if you want the absolute best, then pick Dr. Schusterman. You will be happy you did.