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So excited about my upcoming surgery with Dr....

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So excited about my upcoming surgery with Dr. Pantoja in Tijuana! I am almost done buying everything that I need and I can't believe that after all of this time researching, stalking (lol), and saving, I am less than a month away! My list is currently at
-Meds/pain relief
Iron
ibuprofen
VitaMedica surgery program
ice packs
+his prescriptions

-In The Garment
Epi Foam wrap and epi foam squares
gauze
ace wrap
wash cloth (heard it is like a pad at lower back)
maxi pads(reduce friction)
abdominal board (took forever to find)
5x tank tops
Squeem(ish) waist cincher
2x sports bra

-Skin Wellness/cleanliness
Bio Oil
Cocoa Butter (in the tub and the lotion)
Arnica
antibacterial soap
antibacterial wipes
nylon gloves

I've been told that the days prior to my procedure I should maintain a liquid diet, soup, Ensure, water, Gatorade to stay hydrated and have a less toxic system (whatever that means) Anywho that will probably be my life starting the 10th of April, sx is the 17th and I want a week jumpstart. I have also been doing bedtime crunches bc I want to widdle my waist down as small as possible, cant lipo fat under muscle so I'm being proactive!

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Salvador Pantoja, MD

Salvador Pantoja, MD

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March 26, 2013
Hey i'm April 12th... so ready! Nadia told me no ibuprofen... encourages bleeding. I got xtra strength Tylenol instead.
March 26, 2013
Gotcha! I haven't taken anything in 2 weeks and I won't start now, guess I should take that off my list, where are you staying at and are you taking someone with you? Reason I ask is bc I am coming alone but I know a recovery house will annoy me grrrrh lol idk what to do!
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March 27, 2013

Sounds like you have done your homework and you're ready to go! Here is a link to our Doctor Q&A which provides a bit of advice when traveling post-op. If you can't find someone to go with you, I would suggest sticking with a recovery house so someone can help you a bit the first few days. Some pre-op photos would be great! Keep us posted!

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SURGICAL PROCEDURE RULES. The following...

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SURGICAL PROCEDURE RULES.
The following indications are very important for your treatment, read the following page completely.
Before the surgery:
IN THE PREVIOUS DAYS TO THE SURGERY:
1. Remember NOT TO TAKE any medication, without consulting it with Dr. Pantoja previously. (Including for pain or colds and those that contain ASPIRIN (acetylsalicylic acid or derivatives).
2. Let us know any change of health (colds, infections, flu, etc.)
3. Let us know if you take any medication to regulate the blood pressure or the coagulation of the blood, for the heart, to treat diabetes, arthritis, nerves, depression, contraceptive pills or any infusion or “herbal”, complexes or drugs.
4. The results of your Pre-op lab work must be reviewed previously by the Dr to confirm that you are healthy.
5. You shouldn’t smoke at least three weeks before surgery and four weeks after.
6. Start taking 1 iron pill every morning to boost your hemoglobin levels.
THE DAY PREVIOS TO THE SURGERY:
1. Eat light foods and avoid alcohol.
2. Extreme the hygiene (complete and careful bath) because it contributes to prevent the postoperative infections.
3. If they are going to carry out a procedure in the pelvic or abdominal region please shave.
4. Do not eat or drink anything, starting 8 hours before surgery.
5. Do not take any laxatives or enemas.
THE DAY OF THE SURGERY:
1. Avoid bringing objects of value, make up or enamel in the nails.
2. Children less than 12 years are not allowed.
3. You must file in, in the reception of the Clinic, the day: _________ at _______ hours.
4. DO NOT eat or drink anything starting 8 hours before your surgery.
5. In Admissions, they will ask you to fill all the paperwork: you must fill everything and sign it before going into your room.
6. Before going in to surgery you should carry out the complete payment of your surgery, in cash or certify check, in agreement with administration rules.
7. Personal checks are not accepted and the use of credit cards is not recommended because these generate an additional 3-5% charge.
8. Bring functional clothes (night gown and slippers).
9. Once in your room:
• Undress and put the garment that we will facilitate you, (without underwear), take off all the metallic objects (clock, ring, bracelets, etc.), as well as any removable dental pieces.
• It is recommended not to bring value objects or depositing them in the administration of the Clinic.
• If you are a woman. Also you must remove any make-up and mail enamel and body piercings.
• Before they take you to the operating room, Dr. Pantoja will see you in the room to review all the details of your surgery.

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March 29, 2013
you are in my PRAYERS!!! see if you can get me info on any Dr P patients having TT (when you are out there recovering)...if you don't forget :-)
March 31, 2013
Thank you! And from what I've seen his TT incisions are thin and low, I know that they stay in the clinic for 2 days vs 1 day like BBL patients. Anything specific you want me to look for? :-)
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March 31, 2013
yeah tt patients stay 2 days... I just wanna see someone current who's had a tt...like havn a big tummy to a small tucked tummy....LOL
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18 days pre

Sooo just a question, where do I got for...

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Sooo just a question, where do I got for wheelchair assistance at the airport?

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March 31, 2013
you may wanna ask Nadia...cause Dr P can give you a note!
March 31, 2013
Heyyy where did you find abdominal boards?
March 31, 2013
LipoExpress :-) it's under "Beauty" I believe, it's $20.00, $31.00 after shipping and handling. I just got mine and it's small (in size) but I think after lipo it'll fit perfect right on top of the abdominal section, and it's cushioned with a hard middle.
April 15, 2013
I so wish I was going with you...dont live that far from Bham.. Are you getting more excited? We are lurking out here and are anxious and excited to hear about your post and pre op preparations. God Bless
April 15, 2013
I'll be updating as soon as in done and I'm going to put up before pics tomorrow:-)) I'm more excited than nervous, the nerves are gonna come on the flight I'm sure! Lol.