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I am still struggling with the decision...right...
jjcowgirl07September 3, 2012
WORTH IT$18,000
I am still struggling with the decision...right now I'm scheduled to get a mini-tt, breast augmentation...and lift only my lower nipple, lipo on mid abdomen and flanks as well as thighs. I am worried that the mini might not be enough...and I'm wondering if I should have both nipples lifted. How to decide?!!! Has anybody had experience with mini tt?
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September 5, 2012
Have you seen a board certified PS yet? How many kids have you had? When I initially went in to see mine, I asked about a mini b/c my tummy didn't seem that big to me compared to others I've seen. You can see my pics on my review. Anyway, my PS said I def. need a full and he would never recommend a mini for someone with 3 kids, which I have. The scar is not that much smaller with a mini. I think you'd get better results witha full. But you could ask the drs here on this forum and attach pics. Best of luck deciding.
September 5, 2012
Welcome to RealSelf! Here's what some doctors have to say about a full versus a mini TT. Usually a mini just addresses the skin and fat from the belly button down. Please let us know what you decide to do. And you can always post your photo in the Doctor Q&A community and see if you can get some feedback there.
November 11, 2012
Yeah I am in the boat of getting a full TT bc it gives way better results and the tightness that we love. I think with the augmentation and the nipple lift you should be fine. Every thing else seems on the up and up but the TT.
UPDATED FROM jjcowgirl07
18 days pre
My pre-op appointment is tomorrow with dr. Basu. I...
jjcowgirl07December 3, 2012
My pre-op appointment is tomorrow with dr. Basu. I have decided to go with the full tummy tuck. I am nervous about what to expect at the preop tmrw. I want to make sure i ask all the right questions and make sure he knows whats most important to ne. I want my scar to be low and i dont want my implants to be too big. Im already a 36d...im just getting implants to fill upperpoles that are deflated from pregnancy and breastfeeding. Any suggestions or comments? Ive been following all the recent surgeries...and now its almost my turn.
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December 3, 2012
Make sure to bring panties or swim bottom that shows Dr. B how low you want to go.
December 4, 2012
Thanks HTownMom! I don't know why I'm so nervous for a pre-op appointment...I guess its just getting real now. I just want to make sure everything comes out how I want it! How are you doing since surgery?
December 4, 2012
Doing better. Still have some swelling at night but depends on what I ate that day and how much water I drank. It's totally understandable to be nervous. You just want the best results and you don't know what to expect. Dr. B is good. Just bring low panties. My scar wasn't as low as I would have liked but it's pretty low. I am not wearing string bikinis anymore so no worries. Good luck!
UPDATED FROM jjcowgirl07
7 days pre
I could barely sleep last night, thinking that in...
jjcowgirl07December 14, 2012
I could barely sleep last night, thinking that in a week I will be on my way to the operating room. I had my preop last week, and they gave me lots of information; however, I still don't feel prepared for what's to come. They gave me my prescriptions, so I need to fill those. I still have Christmas shopping to do for my son's. I'm starting to feel guilty that I will be out of commission for Christmas, since my surgery is on the 21st. I have an adjustable bed, so I don't need to worry about a recliner. What else do I need? What other supplies should I get? To all you ladies who have been through it, what have you used the most after surgery? I am not one to stock up for a month or cook in advance. My mom and husband will be very helpful with that, luckily! Any suggestions to calm me down will be appreciated!!!
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December 15, 2012
Woohoo 1 week! The things that I need most in the 1st 2 weeks of surgery were a toilet seat riser- if you are getting a muscle repair, a walker, tums, a stool softener, baby wipes and it antibacterial wipes, tons of pillow- I liked having them on either side of me,and someone to help you alot!!!!
I would suggest looking at before and after pic of a mini TT and those of a full TT to compare. I know a mini TT does not get the ab area as tight and flat as a full. Also read the comments of those who had a mini and see if they are satisfied or wished they had done a full TT. Just a suggestion but that is where I would start.... Good Luck