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39 Year Old Mother of 3 Looking Forward to a Fabulous 40 Body - Metairie, LA

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I'm 39 years old 3 kids 3 c-sections so Im sure...

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Flawlessly40
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I'm 39 years old 3 kids 3 c-sections so Im sure you can image the amount of skin left hanging. I'm super excited I am scheduled for Nov. 16. 2016 but my first visit was wonderful. Dr. Sand addressed my concerns right there on the spot. I was most impressed with Dr. Sand drawings of my current body shape & what my new body would look like after the TT. Im Excited, Nervous and Ready all at the same time!

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Thomas Trey Sands, MD

Thomas Trey Sands, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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October 9, 2016
Do you have any updated pics?
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October 10, 2016
Leliani22 No, no updates as of yet. My pre op isn't until Nov.10 and the procedure isn't until Nov.16. I will keep you posted.
October 10, 2016
NICE okay I guess I miss read the information we have the same body type so I cant wait to see your results. good luck and God bless
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October 13, 2016
Leilani22 Thanks wish me luck
October 14, 2016
GOOD LUCK! And how exciting
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November 15, 2016
So here's an update ran into a bit of a snag had to reschedule so I'm not going to surgery on the 16th I will be going to Pre-op instead so I moved it back until November 22 wish me Luck...I'll keep u guys posted
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November 17, 2016
So Today was my pre-op I am so ready to say goodbye to gut and hello to a sexier lean frame. Im sure Dr. Sands thinks I am one the craziest patients he's had thus far lol. I asked all kind of question the first visit and even more this time I just ask him to please make sure I don't come out looking like a Box he laughed and said I will do my best to make sure your 100% please and that did me and my BFF who was on guard the entire time all the good in the world. She asked a few question which were all good and some I didn't think to ask. I've filled all my scripts and awaiting my date will post more before pictures and I will her to post after pics I plan to cover the mirrors in my house so I don't get discourage with the swelling and not seeing immediate results. You sometimes we want what we want when we want it and it takes time. That's all for now next post will be heading in...
December 3, 2016
I just had mine done November 30, 2016 and on 3days post op. You're looking good
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June 2, 2019
Hey , I am thinking of going to the same PS. You look great!!!! If you don’t mind sharing how much you paid ? I want to make an appointment but don’t want to waste $150 and he is high like khoobei is.
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18 days pre

The Count down has begun Tummy Tuck, lipo of waist and flanks

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So I am super siked!!!! my pre-op is just a week away Nov. 10 I am looking for a little advise from anyone who's had their tuck done already any useful things to purchase to help the recovery process? Feel free to let me know what made your process easy. I am looking forward to talking Dr. Sands head off about making me beautiful.....Hope he ready

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November 4, 2016
Best of luck! It's so worth it! I'm only post day 14 and so happy with my results so far.
November 16, 2016
Prayers and speedy recovery! Thanks for posting! Helps people like me so much! Take care.
February 22, 2017
Hi...wow i must say this doctor did a beautiful job your tt looks amazing!!!!! :) ... cograts i am too looking to do mone in about 2 years and i was wondering how much did this doctor charge you ...i live in mandeville, louisiana so im looking for the best options ...
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4 days pre

4 days and counting.......

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I made my visit to the surgery center today everything was clean and peaceful. The only obstacle I had to face was a double finger stick. Other than that I am ready togo! I'll take this weekend to prepare Thanksgiving Dinner for my family and my Oldest son will take care of the turkey. I keep you guys updated.

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November 19, 2016
I had my surgery at HOSC on 10/4. They are wonferful!! I had my TT & lipo with Dr. Khoobehi. I am 16 years ahead of you but love the results!! It is still a slow recovery with all the lipo I had done too. My best friends are my body pillows from Dollar General!!! It's hard to get comfy & they have been my lifesaver! I also bought the Flexi brand body shaper from Walmart, the ones that have an unfinished hemline on the thigh & a silky feel. I really like them. The compression garments were a nightmare for me. All of it rubbed me raw. I still have the new, extra one I never used. I think it's an XL or XXL. I will check. If that's your size & you want mine, let me know. If you have questions please let me know since we are neighbors!
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November 19, 2016
@sehoward thanks I'm sure I will be able to use that also thanks for all the information I need to know everything that's helps the healing process
November 19, 2016
I can't wait to see your after pics!!! Being much younger than me, you will have more skin elastisity & will heal faster.
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November 20, 2016
sehoward I will need that Garmet how can get it from you? I can meet you today or tomorrow just let me know
November 21, 2016
I work around the corner from HOSC. I need to check the size for you. They look so small even though mine is either an XL or XXL. My cell is 450-2486. If you want it this evening we can meet up.---Suzy Howard
November 21, 2016
I also have unopened arnica tablets & the topical gel that you can have. I went overboard ordering it.
November 21, 2016
I will be at Dr Khoobehi's office tomorrow at 4:30 for an Endermology treatment. He's on the corner of Vets & Cleary.
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November 21, 2016
Most likely I will be headed home earlier today trying to finish preparing "Thanksgiving Dinner" before my surgery so if possible I can come to your job or whatever is most convent for you. Just let me I'm headed to get my nails done on airline and clearview, then Walmart to pick up last min things.
November 21, 2016
I work until 5. The garment is at my house in St. Rose. Is your surgey tomorrow? I work in Lakeway 3, Causeway & 6th Street.
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November 21, 2016
Yes it's tomorrow for 7am but I could ask my sister to meet up with you
November 21, 2016
That's fine. Give her my cell #. I will put the garment. In my truck. Do you want the unopened arnica too?
November 21, 2016
I know you are excited!! It will be a breeze after 3 c-sections!! You will wake up with a beautiful, flat stomach!!
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November 22, 2016
Sehoward you have been wonderful.. I'm worried about the pain though what did your doctor give you? Also my sister's name is Ashley I have given her your number as well.. wish me luck
November 22, 2016
I know its late but you can call me if you have questions. I got percocets for my pain. You will do great. I needed an additional week for pain meds & Dr. Khoobehi wrote me the prescription. It's not any worse than c-sections. Ghr lipo is the most uncomfortable. After the 1st & 2nd week, you will be fine. I'm so much older & I'm not as tough as I used to be!!!! Call me if you have any questions. Prayers your way tomorrow!!! Xoxoxo Suzy
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November 23, 2016
Suzy I am feeling a little better but I can't take the smell urine I smell so pissy lol my sister and I washed the part between the legs and use a blow dryer to dry I hope the pain doesn't get any worse than it is if so I will be looking for those meds. I will keep you posted. Kendra
November 23, 2016
I know it's rough. The garment sucks. I couldn't pee right through that hole either. Pee went everywhere. I told Ashley to pack you all over with Kotex!! I drained everywhere for a couple of days. You have to make sure that you walk around the house. It's hard to stand up straight but make yourself do it. When do you go back to the doctor? What pain meds are you taking? I promise it will get better. The day after is the worst. Your stomach looks awesome!!
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November 23, 2016
They gave me Tramadol 50mg it's not helping the pain at all
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November 23, 2016
I'm so in need of stronger meds my muscles are killing me I'm still pretty numb below but I don't how that's going to last I hope forever lol don't need to feel anymore pain
November 23, 2016
Omg!! That's all the dr prescribed?? Have you called him? Call him & tell him you need real pain killers!! You poor thing!!!
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November 23, 2016
I went there today but I was ok just when I came home the amount of pain was like OMG all of a sudden.
November 24, 2016
I would be calling that doctor if you are in pain!! You just had major abdominal surgery!!
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November 24, 2016
Sehoward I will be placing a call today I'm at 5:30 am wasn't in much pain moved around a lil bit started to fell shortness of breath and tingling and burning so I sat about 6 took a few meds my son made me something to eat while my husband helped me clean off laying feeling shortness breath so I'm going do the breathing treatments ttyl today BTW Happy Thanksgiving
November 24, 2016
I hope you are feeling better! Happy Thanksgiving!!
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November 26, 2016
Sehoward I am feeling a bit better today went downstairs walked around for about 2hrs came back up to take a sponge bath and empty the drain I sat for a then I got up and walk a lil more upstairs now I'm back in my chair felling like I can't breathe shortness of breath when I sit in certain position other that I am ok hopefully I am on the road to being pain free next follow up is Tuesday keeping my fingers cross I'll be drain free still haven't had a bowel moment yet that is my only worry now drinking lots of water and taking stool softener and benefiber nothing yet
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November 24, 2016
Mess this one up big time I meant I was up at 5:30 and started to feel shortness