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After being on this site what seems like everyday...
ShuertaFebruary 23, 2013
WORTH IT$5,200
After being on this site what seems like everyday 24/7 I have finally gathered the courage to share my story and what I hope will be a happy ending. So where do I begin? After 3 kids, ages 9, 4, and 17 months, I have finally decided to take the plunge and get a TT and Lipo done. After going to 2 different PS I finally made my decision and couldnt be happier. I will go into detail about both doctors later because I am meeting the hubby for dinner but foremost I am so happy I worked up the courage to begin my journal and upload pics.
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5 months pre
Ok so I was so eager to start my post that I didnt...
ShuertaFebruary 26, 2013
Ok so I was so eager to start my post that I didnt even offer any info on my ps that I have decided to go with.
Dr. Rios is the first consultation I went to. His staff is very friendly and I have several friends who have chosen him and have had excellent results. The first time I went in they had me watch a video on the procedures I was interested in and then his friendly nurse had me stand and measured me and what not and told me exactly what I could expect. Then he came in to talk with me and give me more information. I felt very at ease with him. I especially liked when he told my husband that I can do crunches till I am black and blue in the face that no matter what the extra skin I had on my belly was never going away. Which is what I tried telling my husband for years however he just kept saying all I needed to do was work out and not be lazy. And if you know me you know that I am very self conscious about my weight. I am constantly dieting and running ( I love to run and joing 5ks especially with obstacle courses). At the time the dr said I did not need any lipo that with a full tummy tuck I should be fine. I left the appointment feeling very happy. Let me note that there was a $50 consultation fee but if I choose to go with him then that would be applied to my balance. Needless to say when I left there I wanted to jump for joy and have the surgery asap. However due to my job I have to wait till summer.
Second Plastic Surgeon- Two weeks later I went to see another PS surgeon literally like 3 blocks away. He was very nice however I didnt like that my consultation appt was scheduled for 4:30 (I left work early, had to drive 30 min) and I wasnt seen till 6:00. When I was finally called in I was called in my a nurse who told me to undress and immediately started taking pictures of my body all over before even asking what I was in for. After taking pics and then asking me what I wanted to be seen for she called the DR. Once the dr came in he said after reviewing your photos I think a breast lift, tummy tuck, lipo to the flanks and butt, followed by a butt lift and perhaps breast implants you should like your 18 all over again. I was in so much shock I couldnt even talk. I was to embarrassed to even tell him that I just wanted a consult on a tummy tuck and maybe lipo. Besides im 27 year old mom i want to look natural not like im an 18 year old barbie doll. After telling me I was going to pay over $20,000 I didnt mind walking out of there paying the $50 consultation fee and never turning back. If his way of consulting is to make you feel bad about all your body before listening to what the patient actually wants it is not what I was looking for.
OK so now fast forward to today: I am excited to say 2 weeks ago I went and put a $1,000 cash deposit and scheduled my surgery for July 5, 2013. Orginally my cost was going to be $6,800 but I told her to go ahead and add lipo just in case. I rather have it in my total cost instead of needing it at the end and I am not prepared. And to me its a big difference because my husand doesnt let me get credit cards he always says if we dont have the cash to pay for it then we dont really need it. So yup I'm saving up all my pennnies for surgery lol.
I have to add that yesterday I went to my regular family dr because of this aching pain i was having in my stomach near my belly button on the right side and has a ct and blood work and was later told that I have an umbilical hernia. I have read on many reviews that the PS will go ahead and fix the hernia while he is doing the tt. And that the cost of surgery actually goes down. Why is this? Does insurance help with the cost of surgery? Is anyone else in pain with a umbilical hernia? To me it just feels like a shooting pinching pain in one area.
More info on my PS just in case:
•Dr. Rios is a highly qualified, board-certified plastic surgeon who has specialized in breast augmentation surgery since 1998. Breast augmentation is the most popular procedure at the Rios Center for Plastic Surgery with over 300 procedures being completed at the center each year.
•The Rios Center for Plastic Surgery has a private, AAAASF-certified surgery center attached to the main offices. This modern facility with state-of-the-art technology makes simple outpatient procedures like breast augmentation very convenient for our patients.
•Dr. Rios has patients from all over South Texas and elsewhere who travel to his facility for consultation and surgery. The Rios Center for Plastic Surgery caters to out of town patients and offers accommodations for overnight stays during recovery.
Dr. Rios is the first consultation I went to. His staff is very friendly and I have several friends who have chosen him and have had excellent results. The first time I went in they had me watch a video on the procedures I was interested in and then his friendly nurse had me stand and measured me and what not and told me exactly what I could expect. Then he came in to talk with me and give me more information. I felt very at ease with him. I especially liked when he told my husband that I can do crunches till I am black and blue in the face that no matter what the extra skin I had on my belly was never going away. Which is what I tried telling my husband for years however he just kept saying all I needed to do was work out and not be lazy. And if you know me you know that I am very self conscious about my weight. I am constantly dieting and running ( I love to run and joing 5ks especially with obstacle courses). At the time the dr said I did not need any lipo that with a full tummy tuck I should be fine. I left the appointment feeling very happy. Let me note that there was a $50 consultation fee but if I choose to go with him then that would be applied to my balance. Needless to say when I left there I wanted to jump for joy and have the surgery asap. However due to my job I have to wait till summer.
Second Plastic Surgeon- Two weeks later I went to see another PS surgeon literally like 3 blocks away. He was very nice however I didnt like that my consultation appt was scheduled for 4:30 (I left work early, had to drive 30 min) and I wasnt seen till 6:00. When I was finally called in I was called in my a nurse who told me to undress and immediately started taking pictures of my body all over before even asking what I was in for. After taking pics and then asking me what I wanted to be seen for she called the DR. Once the dr came in he said after reviewing your photos I think a breast lift, tummy tuck, lipo to the flanks and butt, followed by a butt lift and perhaps breast implants you should like your 18 all over again. I was in so much shock I couldnt even talk. I was to embarrassed to even tell him that I just wanted a consult on a tummy tuck and maybe lipo. Besides im 27 year old mom i want to look natural not like im an 18 year old barbie doll. After telling me I was going to pay over $20,000 I didnt mind walking out of there paying the $50 consultation fee and never turning back. If his way of consulting is to make you feel bad about all your body before listening to what the patient actually wants it is not what I was looking for.
OK so now fast forward to today: I am excited to say 2 weeks ago I went and put a $1,000 cash deposit and scheduled my surgery for July 5, 2013. Orginally my cost was going to be $6,800 but I told her to go ahead and add lipo just in case. I rather have it in my total cost instead of needing it at the end and I am not prepared. And to me its a big difference because my husand doesnt let me get credit cards he always says if we dont have the cash to pay for it then we dont really need it. So yup I'm saving up all my pennnies for surgery lol.
I have to add that yesterday I went to my regular family dr because of this aching pain i was having in my stomach near my belly button on the right side and has a ct and blood work and was later told that I have an umbilical hernia. I have read on many reviews that the PS will go ahead and fix the hernia while he is doing the tt. And that the cost of surgery actually goes down. Why is this? Does insurance help with the cost of surgery? Is anyone else in pain with a umbilical hernia? To me it just feels like a shooting pinching pain in one area.
More info on my PS just in case:
•Dr. Rios is a highly qualified, board-certified plastic surgeon who has specialized in breast augmentation surgery since 1998. Breast augmentation is the most popular procedure at the Rios Center for Plastic Surgery with over 300 procedures being completed at the center each year.
•The Rios Center for Plastic Surgery has a private, AAAASF-certified surgery center attached to the main offices. This modern facility with state-of-the-art technology makes simple outpatient procedures like breast augmentation very convenient for our patients.
•Dr. Rios has patients from all over South Texas and elsewhere who travel to his facility for consultation and surgery. The Rios Center for Plastic Surgery caters to out of town patients and offers accommodations for overnight stays during recovery.
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February 26, 2013
Good luck to you. I heard a hernia hurts alot never had one though. That one ps seemed just out for the money. Glad you got a good ps now.
February 26, 2013
Yes thank you I told my husband the exact same thing about the ps. How are you feeling? Was it easier than you thought or harder?
February 26, 2013
I am feeling okay, every day a little more normal. And yes surprisingly it was pretty easy almost pain free. The swelling is my only complaint. Thanks for asking.
February 26, 2013
Good luck can't wait to hear about your journey!
UPDATED FROM Shuerta
4 months pre
So today Dr.s office called that he will be out of...
ShuertaMarch 4, 2013
So today Dr.s office called that he will be out of town 4th of July and I can reschedule my surgery for July 3rd or July 10th. I told her July 10th but now keep wondering if I choose the right thing because I am do anxious to have this new me. The only thing holding me back is that if I do it July 3rd then I can't enjoy the 4th of July with my kids. What do you all think??? Decisions...Decisions????
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