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Bub-Bye Thunder Thighs
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My Thigh lipo is scheduled
BackbaygirlMarch 30, 2021
$7,900
After decades of hating my thunder thighs and cellulite (both hereditary), I finally decided to do something about it. It's primarily my inner thighs and saddlebags but also between my knee to just above ankle that needs help too. After speaking to a few Drs in the Boston area, I chose Dr Volpe for his reviews and his kind demeanor, explanation of what happens during the procedure and what to expect after. The procedure will take place on April 14.
I am a bit concerned that I will under general anesthesia for a couple hours - not what I had expected. I don't foresee a problem as the procedure and target areas are a regular request for him. What I'm more concerned about is the aftercare - the draining, the bruising, the scars, the swelling, the restricted movement & inactivity for so long (I love to power walk). But the biggest issue is wearing a compression garment for 4-6 weeks! I can't stand the feeling of spanx, so I'm dreading my recovery. I hope to be good to go by Memorial Day weekend. I realize the cellulite won't be directly treated by the lipo but Dr Volpe said it will be less prominent after approx 1" of fat is removed from the inner thighs.
I am a bit concerned that I will under general anesthesia for a couple hours - not what I had expected. I don't foresee a problem as the procedure and target areas are a regular request for him. What I'm more concerned about is the aftercare - the draining, the bruising, the scars, the swelling, the restricted movement & inactivity for so long (I love to power walk). But the biggest issue is wearing a compression garment for 4-6 weeks! I can't stand the feeling of spanx, so I'm dreading my recovery. I hope to be good to go by Memorial Day weekend. I realize the cellulite won't be directly treated by the lipo but Dr Volpe said it will be less prominent after approx 1" of fat is removed from the inner thighs.
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1 day pre
Before pics & wish pic
BackbaygirlApril 13, 2021
Surgery is set for early morning of Wednesday, April 14. So here are my before pics. As much as I hate to post these, they clearly show my issues with my thighs. Not only is there a lot of extra fat on inner things, knees and saddlebags, but also a lot of cellulite that’s crept up over the years (heredity for the most part). I know this liposuction won’t help the cellulite much but Dr Volpe said I may be able to have a simple life (not that major one that have giants scares and oozing wounds in bad places!). So we’ll see how to settles. The second pic is what I’m hoping the shape of my legs will look like when I’m fully recovered. Wishful thinking - I’m doubting they will look that skinny!
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January 11, 2022
How old are you? Later on you said you had some sagging skin. I am 66...I really want that inside thigh blubber gone but he warned me that with liposuction it would leave bagging skin. Your pics look like you are young (I think you look fantastic, btw), so I would say go to a massage therapist and get lymphatic massage. It takes time, but it REALLY works
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One day Post Op
BackbaygirlApril 15, 2021
The surgery went very well. Dr Volpe explained to me in detail exactly what was going to happen and how he was going to do it. That reassured me - he has an excellent bedside manner & wit. All in all, I was “under” about 4 hours but 1 hr was in the recovery room. I was told I’d drain but haven’t yet. As you can see, the stylish black compression pants show what looks like my same legs underneath. I gained 5 lbs in liquid! So I’ve got a lot to come up. My biggest problem is trying to sit still. I’ve been walking about my place quite a bit. I’m betting I’ll be sorry later.

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