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Full TT, Hernia Repair, Lipo of Flanks, & BA - Houston, TX
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Hi, Im so happy to join this community and have...
Pretend4uJune 17, 2013
$12,200
Hi, Im so happy to join this community and have the company of others who understand and know why Im doing what I doing! I know no one who has even considered Plastic Surgery, and while Im open to talk about it to others if they ask I too have questions and fears.
I'm a mommy to 5 beautiful children (11, 6, 3, 2, &9 mo.) and we had a miscarriage in-between. MY babies are my life, and I have always put them first. I have decided that since we are done I wanted my old body back, so now I'm doing something for me.
Tha biggest problem is I am terrified of the scars! I know its awful, but I take so much pride in the fact that I have ZERO stretch marks on my tummy and only one tiny mark from a busted vein during the last pregnancy. Now deliberately being cut to repair the internal damage is really toying with my emotions :/
After talking with my OB, I did it. I finally made the decision to go forward and talk to a PS. My OB has been with me through all my births and knows my fear of scars, so he recommended a colleague that specializes in craino facial plastic surgery and moving scars for a better appearance.
I went in a few weeks back and met with Dr Boutros and he and his staff are wonderful. He explained the reason why I cant get my shape back is my stomach muscles have separated 3.5 inches approx. due the pregnancies, also the cause of my umbilical hernia :( While I was there I expressed my desire to regain the fullness in my chest. After nursing 5 kids they are rather deflated and less than appealing with out much volume
So the plans are booked! I m scheduled to have a full TT to repair the muscles, and hernia repair, I choose 400 CC gummy bear implants to replace the lost volume in the chest - which is slightly larger than my fullest point has ever been - he estimates they will be a full C - they currently are about a small 36A, He also provides free lipo of the flanks when doing the TT to give back the waist line and make the hips more flattering.
As the days close in on the procedure Im getting prtty excited and oh so nervous. my Pre Op is only a few days before the surgery, so waiting until then.....
I'm a mommy to 5 beautiful children (11, 6, 3, 2, &9 mo.) and we had a miscarriage in-between. MY babies are my life, and I have always put them first. I have decided that since we are done I wanted my old body back, so now I'm doing something for me.
Tha biggest problem is I am terrified of the scars! I know its awful, but I take so much pride in the fact that I have ZERO stretch marks on my tummy and only one tiny mark from a busted vein during the last pregnancy. Now deliberately being cut to repair the internal damage is really toying with my emotions :/
After talking with my OB, I did it. I finally made the decision to go forward and talk to a PS. My OB has been with me through all my births and knows my fear of scars, so he recommended a colleague that specializes in craino facial plastic surgery and moving scars for a better appearance.
I went in a few weeks back and met with Dr Boutros and he and his staff are wonderful. He explained the reason why I cant get my shape back is my stomach muscles have separated 3.5 inches approx. due the pregnancies, also the cause of my umbilical hernia :( While I was there I expressed my desire to regain the fullness in my chest. After nursing 5 kids they are rather deflated and less than appealing with out much volume
So the plans are booked! I m scheduled to have a full TT to repair the muscles, and hernia repair, I choose 400 CC gummy bear implants to replace the lost volume in the chest - which is slightly larger than my fullest point has ever been - he estimates they will be a full C - they currently are about a small 36A, He also provides free lipo of the flanks when doing the TT to give back the waist line and make the hips more flattering.
As the days close in on the procedure Im getting prtty excited and oh so nervous. my Pre Op is only a few days before the surgery, so waiting until then.....
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UPDATED FROM Pretend4u
22 days pre
Uploading pre op pics
Pretend4uJune 19, 2013
I have never been a fan of pics of myself I much prefer to be on the other side of the lenses. So here I go hope it works...
As far as stats I'm 30 yrs, about 145, 5 children all natural births.
As far as stats I'm 30 yrs, about 145, 5 children all natural births.
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June 19, 2013
And we are SO glad to have you here in the community! Thank you for starting your story.
You have a pretty significant muscle separation and I can see how crunches wouldn't do the trick at this point. I hope you can get a teensy scar and end up thrilled with your flat tummy and fuller breasts. You're going to be a knock out!
Here's a list of supplies for recovery. And here's an awesome post by Blonde in Bluffton about her first three days post op.
Looking forward to your updates!
June 20, 2013
Thanks! I'm really praying for a LOW scar I could care less how wide just don't want to see it even in lil VS lacy panties ;) fingers crossed!
June 19, 2013
Hi!! Your belly pics remind me if mine, although I have no hernia and I do have stretch marks lol! My mm is scheduled for July 9! Exciting isn't it?!?! :) looking forward to following your journey!
June 20, 2013
Wow yes very similar in appearance. And dates right there together! I'm very new, is there a way to "follow"? I'd love to stay up to date with your story as well.
June 20, 2013
I'm not sure myself lol! I think once you comment on someone's review then you get emails everytimd there is a comment or update of their review. I am not sure about the following, I'm curios to know the answer to that also.
UPDATED FROM Pretend4u
21 days pre
Profile & placement
Pretend4uJune 20, 2013
Just realizing we decided 400 CC was the right size but didn't discuss profile or placement. I must add tgis to my list of dont forget things to discuss! After reading I'm thinking moderate plus or high profile would fit my frame best. I'm also almost certain under the muscle due to my current lack of natural breast tissue. And if under should I up size to 425cc to achieve the look if 400 expected the muscle to tone down the size a bit? Going for a full C currently 36a . Previously Averaged a very full 36. B while nursing and a small c at my fullest point.
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