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Can I Really Wear Shorts Again? - Irving, TX
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Hi Real Self Friends, I know It has been a...
ShortspleaseJuly 16, 2012
$3,600
Hi Real Self Friends,
I know It has been a minute since I've updated my profile. It has been 9 weeks since my procedure, and I have had a lot of developments since then. First of all, I am expecting my second child. I'm about 12 weeks preggo! I have been beating myself up because as happy as I am about having a new little baby, I was pretty bummed that I had just spend thousands on a procedure that will probably be ruined with all the pregnancy hormones. After slapping myself around a bit I finally stopped the pitty party and started being truly grateful for my new little blessing.
Despite the pregnancy hormones, I am still seeing some results. Am I 100% cellulite free, No, but I would say my cellulite has improved. I'm still a bit chunkier that I would like, but I can see some spots where there is some signs of smoothing. I am hoping to continue to see results, but now I'm just gonna focus on having a healthy pregnancy. See the pics for results!
I know It has been a minute since I've updated my profile. It has been 9 weeks since my procedure, and I have had a lot of developments since then. First of all, I am expecting my second child. I'm about 12 weeks preggo! I have been beating myself up because as happy as I am about having a new little baby, I was pretty bummed that I had just spend thousands on a procedure that will probably be ruined with all the pregnancy hormones. After slapping myself around a bit I finally stopped the pitty party and started being truly grateful for my new little blessing.
Despite the pregnancy hormones, I am still seeing some results. Am I 100% cellulite free, No, but I would say my cellulite has improved. I'm still a bit chunkier that I would like, but I can see some spots where there is some signs of smoothing. I am hoping to continue to see results, but now I'm just gonna focus on having a healthy pregnancy. See the pics for results!
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Well, it's been a month since my procedure. The...
ShortspleaseJune 8, 2012
Well, it's been a month since my procedure. The bruising is pretty much gone, however I do see a bit of a dark shadow on the front of my thighs. The achy feeling is gone, however my skin is still sore to the touch. Shaving my legs is still pretty painful.
Now for the important stuff...the results...or, lack there of. I guess because my cellulite was so minimal I was expecting to see results immediately. I have seen the two dimples under my bum become a bit more flush, but my area of main concern(front and inner thighs) look the same, and in one spot, a bit worse. I'm really trying to be optimistic, but I won't be buying shorts anytime soon. I feel a little foolish, and kind of superficial. It sure was a lot of money. Oh well. I'll be patient and see what happens in another month. Good luck ladies.
Now for the important stuff...the results...or, lack there of. I guess because my cellulite was so minimal I was expecting to see results immediately. I have seen the two dimples under my bum become a bit more flush, but my area of main concern(front and inner thighs) look the same, and in one spot, a bit worse. I'm really trying to be optimistic, but I won't be buying shorts anytime soon. I feel a little foolish, and kind of superficial. It sure was a lot of money. Oh well. I'll be patient and see what happens in another month. Good luck ladies.
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June 11, 2012
Just read your update from the 8th, so sorry to hear you are still feeling disappointed. Please don't shame yourself with thoughts of being "foolish" or "superficial". As you can tell from reading through any of the reviews on here, you are not alone in wanting to get rid of cellulite. There is no shame in trying something that is said to improve it. I really, really hope results begin to be seen for you as more time goes on, but even if worst case scenario you see no change, please don't shame yourself for trying.
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It's been two weeks since my procedure. Bruising...
ShortspleaseMay 25, 2012
It's been two weeks since my procedure. Bruising and swelling is pretty much gone. I've seen some minimal results on some of my deeper dimples under my bum. I look a lot better in my own mirror then the ones at clothing stores. Ugh!! It's the worse. My advice is to have Cellulaze in the fall because wearing the garment or spanx in the Texas heat is brutal. Also, I would stay away from the bad lighting of dressing room mirrors. The itching from the garment was easily resolved with a great suggestion from Dr. Powell's office. I simply wear some thin tights under my garment. It has helped out tremendously.
Recently, I've been feeling some pea sized bumps under my skin. I calles my doc and they suggested massage and heating pads. They told me I should definitely come in if they are larger than a pea. During the massage, my husband felt more than I thought were there. I think I'm just gonna go in the insure that everything is ok.
Recently, I've been feeling some pea sized bumps under my skin. I calles my doc and they suggested massage and heating pads. They told me I should definitely come in if they are larger than a pea. During the massage, my husband felt more than I thought were there. I think I'm just gonna go in the insure that everything is ok.
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May 25, 2012
I'm in my 1 week post op as well, much of my bruising and swelling is going down I'm going for 1 post op apt now. I still see the 2 dimples on my butt that I hate ... They're going to do 2 smooth shape treatments on me. I'm waiting to go in to see what they say. I know 1 week is early but I really did this for just 2 dimples so they better go away. It's hard to tell with some bruising and swelling still but ugh! This better work. I wear the full garment and topifoam 24/7 and take lots of bromelin arnica vitamins and water. I use arica gel and vit e oil as well. I know it's early but i just need to know this works!
So maybe I should wait on smoothe shape? They said they give me 2 sessions and I know the OR nurse had it and looked amazing in 2 weeks!!!
I'll see what they say when I go in!
Gotta get more topifoam I love it!
Just need some encouragement
So maybe I should wait on smoothe shape? They said they give me 2 sessions and I know the OR nurse had it and looked amazing in 2 weeks!!!
I'll see what they say when I go in!
Gotta get more topifoam I love it!
Just need some encouragement
May 25, 2012
Shortsplease - good tip to do this during cooler months for people living in areas that get really warm. I live in Seattle, so I think I could do it in the middle of summer & be just fine, sadly. ;) I'm glad to hear you are going to your doctor to have them take a look at those little lumps you are feeling. Please let us know what they tell you after they see it.
May 26, 2012
Thank you so much for your posting and your candor. I have been watching your story closely and really hope you will continue to provide updates because I also live in Dallas and Dr. Powell was referred by a friend of mine that works for Cynosure. I am SO nervous about spending a ton of money on this and it not working. I feel like I have already spent a fortune on things that just disappointed such as acoustic wave therapy years ago. I am 5'9 and 137 pounds and my cellulite is probably not awful to most but moderately bad to me. I want to get my butt, about halfway down the backs of my legs and (strangely) my inner thighs done. Ever since I had my first child I have noticed cellulite on that area too and it makes the front of my legs look not so great also.... The worst is the retail dressing room lighting -- Nordstrom's makes you want to burst into tears!! I just had my second child and plan to have this done in the late Fall when I am done nursing. So, I hope that you will continue to give your honest opinion about this procedure that I know a ton of us have been waiting months to try. Many thanks and I really hope that you get the results you are hoping for!
May 30, 2012
I will do my best to be as honest as possible. Congrats on your little one. I can definitely say that Dr. Powell and his staff are great. Anytime I have had a concern, they have always been very promt to respond. The soreness is starting to subside a lot. Although the massage part was a bit painful at the time, my legs actually feel better now that I have done it. Now just waiting for some results on my inner thigh. Fingers crossed!!
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That is so wonderful that you are expecting!! How exciting! Will you ask your doctor if the pregnancy will actually interfere with your cellulaze results? Since they explain it as "cutting the bands" and thickening the skin it might not change it too much. I'd be curious to hear. Either way - Congratulations!!