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Cellulite Be Gone! My Journey to Become Cellulite Free at 30 - La Jolla, CA

UPDATED FROM SDgirl818
1 year post

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SDgirl818
$1,000
It's been a year since my procedure. My thoughts? I'm still not 100% happy with the results. Cellulite never went away, in fact I think now it's worse because not only do I have cellulite but a combination of that and a bit of sagging skin. One thing I didn't think about when wanting this procedure was how my skin/body would react. I thought my legs would look smooth...wrong! If you're big on your thighs chances are that there will be contour inconsistencies. For example, my left side has a bump/lump that does not go away and it's due to the skin sagging a bit. In all honesty, I think working out and eating right has helped me more than the procedure. So if you think you have made your mind to go through this, make sure that you have a plan for how you will maintain your look and that absolutely includes a workout and a healthy eating plan. It's a lifestyle change.

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Daniel Brown, MD, FACS

Daniel Brown, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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March 5, 2016
Thanks for your review, you look great! It's hard work but I the end so worth it. And your legs loom awesome; believe me I'd be thrilled if my legs looked as good as yours!!
March 6, 2016
Thank you! :)
March 16, 2016
how many areas did he do for that price?
March 16, 2016
Hey I just looked at your b4 and after photos and there is like a major noticeable difference, I think if you go to a brazilian lymph massage in 4-6 weeks it would all be gone. I want your results!
April 8, 2016
Oh thanks for the tip, I'll have to try that!!
April 2, 2016
I see great results when I look at your before and after pics! Who was the dr and what was the cost?
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April 4, 2016
Nice abs! You look great...but those are good points you bring up with the possibility of sagging skin!
April 8, 2016
Thank you! And yes, it was something I was not prepared for.
April 8, 2016
Just the right and left hips.
UPDATED FROM SDgirl818
6 months post

It's been 6 months!

SDgirl818
Wow time flies and I've been really bad about updating my results, sorry! Everything so far has been good...I still have this one side that kinda sags...my left. It's noticeable mainly for me, but I of course think that everyone sees it. Plus I'm still bruised. It seems that the time of recovery to seeing positive results take such a long time that it's hard to distinguish whether it was the procedure that's helping or the lifestyle change that I've made. I've been working out A LOT since my procedure and I've noticed changes as well doing that and eating right. I feel that I may need a skin tightening procedure to just get everything tighter and not have a few saggy spots. Anyone else encountered that problem?

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July 26, 2015

Thank you for coming back to update your review. I didn't realize that the bruising would take so long to go away. Kudos to you for the positive lifestyle changes that you have made -- what changes did you make to your diet that you think has been the most beneficial?

August 28, 2015
I've definitely cut down on carbs and eat a lot of clean food (non processed, organic, gluten-free) and all of that has helped along with exercise. I exercise 6 days a week. And the post exercise recovery/massages are a must!
August 1, 2015
Wow my bruising cleared up in week...this is a long time..but my bruises always clear quickly...you seem to have a very nice result..
August 28, 2015
Thank you! Yes, I do have a tendency to bruise easily and it takes a while for bruises to go away for me.
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December 15, 2015

Hey there, I am just checking in for an update to see how you are doing and how you feel about your final results. 

UPDATED FROM SDgirl818
8 days post

1 Week and 1 day

SDgirl818
It's been a week since my procedure and so far I feel good. Still sore and swollen and definitely bruised, but I can already feel the swelling going down and when I run my hands through my sides, I can feel them smoother. I've transitioned from wearing the garment to the spandex because I feel like I need something tighter to really compress everything. I've been massaging with a roller every day and go on 1-2 mile walks. Walking helps the healing. I've also tried to cut down on carbs and salt so to not retain too much water. And have refrained from drinking alcohol until I can start working out. I drink lots and lots of water making sure to pee at least 5-6 times a day. Post recovery is probably more important than the actual procedure. That's something that I didn't do a good job of last time and I'm making sure not to make that same mistake. Here are a couple of pics. It's still hard to tell results since I'm so bruised and still swollen. But I'm staying optimistic and hoping that this time around it will be better.

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January 26, 2015

Glad your recovery is going well and that you are able to get out and walk. Have a great week.

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February 6, 2015
WOW! I love the results. Do you have Dr. Brown's contact information? I have same problem as you in same areas and we have the same body type :) see you soon!
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February 6, 2015
write soon I meant soon lol thx
July 25, 2015
Sorry for the delay...do you still need his info?
February 10, 2015
did the doctor give you any medications after the procedure?
February 11, 2015
Oh yeah I can see it looks really nice already.... Wow..