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Mommy Makeover 10+ yrs.p.o.

Name: Mommy Makeover 10+ yrs.p.o.
Item: William A. Wallace, MD, FACS
Rating: 5
Author: floridamommy32

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I'm getting a mommy Makeover on April fools day of...

floridamommy32March 11, 2013

WORTH IT$10,000

I'm getting a mommy Makeover on April fools day of all days! I currently have saline implants about 11 yrs old that have begun to harden. I am replacing my 475 CC saline implants with 550 saline implants to regain fullness after three children. I'm also having a procedure done called lipoabdominoplasty. I just had my last child 1.5 yrs ago. I am 32 years old. 5'3 131 lbs. I wish I would have lost more weight first but the time has come. I will be posting pics and updating to inform those who could use info and advice. Can't wait to get my pre baby shape back!!

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William A. Wallace, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (19)

chunkychula

March 13, 2013

Thats right around the corner! Are you ready?

floridamommy32

March 13, 2013

I getting ready very quickly. I have family coming in town to stay in shifts. Still trying to find a reclining chair. I've heard that after a TT that's the only way to sleep. But, I am ready! I've wanted this for 8 years. There aren't a ton of stories on here about LIPOabdominoplasty so I wanted to share mine to give others my story and see if it's an option for them.

chunkychula

March 13, 2013

I am looking into the back max has a couple of good reviews for use after the procedure. Was looking for a recliner to rent but nothing in my neck of the woods.

chunkychula

March 13, 2013

The procedure that you're having...what does it entail?

floridamommy32

March 13, 2013

I'm probably going to buy one of craiglist cheap and toss or resell depending. We have no use for one otherwise. Lipoabdominoplasty is the newest thing. It leaves a much smaller scar, has a faster recovery rate and reduces fat. It use to be that you couldn't do lipo of the stomach region when doing a TT, only the "love handles". This procedure differs in that you don't lift up all the skin (like the hood of a car). They lift only the middle of your stomach. Lipo the entire abdomin and sides then do the TT.

Honeydoo72

March 13, 2013

Hi! Is that still an option if you need a muscle repair?

Honeydoo72

March 13, 2013

How soft we're your saline implants before encapsulation? Had you ever considered silicone?

floridamommy32

March 13, 2013

They were always fine. I never minded the feel. They started changing in the last 2 yrs. I noticed it after my last baby who is 15 months. I did consider silicone, but its more money and I feel more comfortable with saline. I did conside the silicone "gummies" but they come in a preordered size. I like that while under my Dr. can "tweek" the size a little if needed.

floridamommy32

March 13, 2013

Yes. Its still a tummy tuck it just gives you the advantage of full liposuction as well. Traditional TT you should not have your tummy liposuctioned because it can actually kills the tissue. There's info available all over the internet. Google Lipoabdominoplasty

floridamommy32

March 13, 2013

http://www.vgplasticsurgery.com/Abdominoplasty%20Photo%20Gallery.htm

Angie_M

March 13, 2013

Here's what doctors say on RealSelf about lipoabdominoplasty as well.

Angie_M

March 13, 2013

Thanks for starting your story on RealSelf! I'm excited for you. It sounds like you're already making friends and getting support on the site. Just let us know how we can help and PM me if you need extra assistance.

floridamommy32

March 18, 2013

Thank u. I tagged the wrong Dr. Can I change it?

UPDATED FROM floridamommy32

12 days pre

Well, less than a week to my preoperative...

floridamommy32March 20, 2013

Well, less than a week to my preoperative appointment. I'm pretty anxious about how much its going to hurt. I'm ready though! We got a recliner to sleep in for a week or two. I have my bras and pajamas set out. 12 days till the new me!

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UPDATED FROM floridamommy32

7 days pre

Also, I posted the wrong Dr. in my review. I am...

floridamommy32March 25, 2013

Also, I posted the wrong Dr. in my review. I am using Dr. William A. Wallace @ coastal cosmetic surgery center in Jacksonville, Fl.

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LingXuan

March 26, 2013

Wow!! 6 days more huh :) it's so soon and you'd be so happy. Your procedure sounds ideal. Since I think the skin takes a long time to re- adhere after the surgeon lifts it up as compared to incision healing time. So the less they lift, the faster the recovery and lesser the swelling, right? Best of luck and looking forward to read your updates! ;)

floridamommy32

March 26, 2013

Yes, exactly. I'll do my best to keep my review current.

working mum losing weight

March 26, 2013

Hi! I'm 5'3 and 131 pounds too :-). Looking fwd to your updates! Lots of wishes your way!! Hope everything goes really well for you!

floridamommy32

March 28, 2013

Thank you! 3 days away! Super scared!

Angie_M

March 26, 2013

Your doctor info is now fixed. :)