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Transforation with Dr. Velilla, THE BEST- Miami, FL

UPDATED FROM Khalysee
5 months post

6 months post. Not worth it.

$6,107
I had a horrible time during surgery because what I got done was way too much for local but he accepted it anyways. My heart rate went through the roof from the pain to the point where he wanted to discontinue surgery. I begged him not to because there was no way I could go through that again. They drugged me to hell and continued. I felt almost everything and had to endure so much pain. When I think of it I want to puke. 6 months later in hindsight would I do it again? Honestly, no. I should have just worked out because even though I like my body now it still needs work. Lipo isn't a magical solution because there is something called subcutaneous fat that is what gives you a "belly" that lipo can't get rid of so you need to work out anyways. My current body was not worth the torture or the price. I should have worked out like everyone told me to. The main purpose for lipo was to rid myself of the annoying belly ive always had. That didn't happen. It's smaller but it's still very much there. Just work out and eat right people, that's honestly the ONLY way you will ever get your desired body.

Khalysee's provider

Cesar Velilla, MD

Cesar Velilla, MD

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Wow...im sitting here typing this as I sit in this tight compression garnment I got from Evolution MD. I Had smart lipo with Dr V three weeks ago today. I got my waistline done and entire back. I didn't get my stomach done (I should have) I figured I could just work out and eat better. As soon as my soreness goes away I'm hitting the gym. Did you get your waistline done?
Also I only got 5 massages. 3 at Evolution 2 in my home town. Did you do the suggested cavitations?
Yea I did because I have the machine at home lol. And yea I got my waistline too. Good luck with your recovery!
Well you do look great but what if you decide to have children that's what really messes up your body. But again you do look great. Its major surgery I had a mini tummy tuck with lipo and I know exactly how you feel I felt the same way that was back in 2004. I gained some weight that I need to loose and to get my stomach back to where it was after the surgery. Sometimes the surgery needs to be done twice I feel.
Anyway best of Luck to you...
Thank you very much! There is no way in hell I am going through that again and I hear tummy tuck is even worse XD if i gain too much again (which I dont plan) or after child birth, I'll just wear corsets, work out, and eat healthy. It's longer term and safer even though it is slower. Truth is, if you dont change your lifestyle you end up right back where you started no matter how many surgeries you get.
Can you send me the number to the massage lady?
UPDATED FROM Khalysee
1 month post

5 weeks

Well I'm 5 weeks post op. Pain is almost fully gone I'm just still kinda stiff. Still wearing my compression garment and board although I'm a lot more liberal about it now, if I have to go out somewhere on the weekends I won't wear it. I don't swell up too bad. Only bad thing is itching when the CG is off. I'm so happy with my results so far none of my clothes fit me and I just keep getting smaller. Most of the feeling has returned to my stomach, some areas are still numb but for the most part it's all there. I've completely returned to my normal life and even went to Universal studios and rode everything without my CG and felt perfectly fine. I guess everyone recovers differently but I've had it pretty good can't complain. Velilla changed my life, I have so much confidence now, I go out with my belly out and wear things I hadn't worn since my freshman year of high school. My boyfriend loves my new body and can't keep his hands off, and I can't stop staring at the mirror, still in awe that this is really MY body. Still doing the Keto diet but I have more cheat days now and am less strict with it.

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I should also add I went from a 38B bra size to a 32D :)
Fat transfer or implants?
For my butt? Neither lol, it's natural. I only had lipo on my abdomen and back.
Would you recommend Dr. Velilla. I have a sx date in 12/16. I hear he is the best at Lipo especially small wait!
I definitely do. He doesn't have the best bedside manner but who cares lol you're not gonna marry the guy. He's a God of body sculpting. If I ever need anything else done I'm going back to him.
Did you do local?
Yup I did local. Hurt like hell, but worth not having the extra 1,000 payment and the risks of general.
Was the pain so bad you wanted him to stop
Thanks for sharing! Great feeling to feel satisfied with your results! I'm going to Dr V in December only for my waistline/planks
You look amazing :))!!
So it takes about one month to fully recover? How much time would you say to take from work? I'm a teacher so I'm
Constantly on my feet.
No it takes about 3. I'm two months in and I still swell and itch without my compression garment. I went back to work in 4 days but in quite some pain. It's actually better to be on your feet than sitting, siting hurts much more.
Ok awesome! Does your stomach look lumpy? I've seen that happen to some people.
UPDATED FROM Khalysee
11 days post

11 days Pics

Still really swollen but getting there, pain has gotten much better although I still really hate my compression garment but it has gotten way better since the first day. I'm starting ultrasound cavitation today since my mom owns the machine I have unlimited access (yay me). I am going to be switching over to a well fitted corset instead instead of the compression garment and board. I'll update with that later :) see ya dolls

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Oh also my pubic area is REALLY swollen but that part is notorious for swelling that lasts longer and there's really no way to compress it, it's just weird cause I feel like a dude; anyways lol see ya :)
Hi did you have your surgery with dr lipo? I love you waist!

One day at a time! Hang in there. 

you have a fantastic butt girl! love your hourglass shape!!! I didn't catch, are those you natural boobs? they look perfectly shaped and proportionate for you as they are, and perky as ever for being natural! you look great! would love to see a full front body shot to get full effect
Yup all natural except my stomach lol thank you :)