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49; One Daughter 7 Yrs Old - Late Mom - Did NOT Bounce Back from Pregnancy! - Miami, FL

Name: 49; One Daughter 7 Yrs Old - Late Mom - Did NOT Bounce Back from Pregnancy! - Miami, FL
Item: Mel T. Ortega, MD
Rating: 1
Author: InaElaine

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Booked and committed (which means I paid already...

InaElaineFebruary 7, 2014

$4,500

Booked and committed (which means I paid already LOL) I dont mind being a bigger body but I do however mind what looks to me like I never had the baby! My stomach juts out - pulling it in is a feat of strength! I lost a bit gained it back lost it maintained it but the bulging belly never went away. So I am REALLY looking forward to the muscle repair. I have a belly button tattoo and belly button piercing - and could give a flying jump at a donut what happens to that hot mess anyway. :)
I have had other surgeries before of the vanity variety so I am really anticipating that elation that comes with a much desired change.
SO; please forgive the million and one questions to you all in the TT category that have experienced the surgery. You are our guides in the 'what to expect' department!

I am flying in from Canada to Miami - surgery with Dr Ortega at the CG Cosmetic location.

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Mel T. Ortega, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (11)

Debbievmv

February 9, 2014

It's a big change :) good luck to u. Plan on staying in Miami for a while before hopping back on a plane!

InaElaine

February 9, 2014

Fly in the 5th surgery the 8th fly home 22nd. 2 weeks recovery - what shape will I be in?? NOW I am getting worried!

Debbievmv

February 9, 2014

I think 2 weeks is good. It's day 6 for me and I feel a lot better. Still painful but it's mostly incision itchiness and weird stabbing pains. You'll be good :)

Momof2Canada

February 9, 2014

congrats on your decision! I am on day 3 post op and I agree you will need a week before hoping on a plane. I can't even imagine trying to get on a plane yet.

InaElaine

February 9, 2014

I booked ten days from the surgery date OFF and in the hotel nearby. I hope I will be mobile by then!? Long flight too. :p

Mcstyles

February 9, 2014

Where in canada? I am in Calgary. My mother in law lives in vero beach Florida and keeps saying I should have it down there but I'd rather be home near my ps after too! Good luck!

Mcstyles

February 9, 2014

And ps wow! More than half the price!

InaElaine

February 9, 2014

Neighbour to the North! Edmonton. I thought the price was great and I would rather have a surgeon who is doing this sort of thing regularly in a place where bikinis rule the day as opposed to wintery blustery Edmonton where this type of surgery isnt high on the list. The money I saved in surgery covered flight and hotel for two people and money to spare.

InaElaine

February 9, 2014

right?!!

InaElaine

February 13, 2014

thank you for the support - I am hoping for the best but worrying the worst. Did you need to get things before the surgery? Like supplies?

AlwaysCocaCola

February 23, 2014

dont worry u are in good hands. all i purchased were bed pads..a funnel so that can pee standing up, alot of gatorade to stay hydrated, a few dresses to stay comfortable, and some cleansing wipes to feel fresh.

UPDATED FROM InaElaine

2 months pre

WHAT DO I NEED? Advice? List of stuff to bring or get while I am there....

InaElaineFebruary 16, 2014

Can anyone advise me on items that were necessary post op? I am flying in and have like a day or two before surgery and staying in a hotel - lots of running around! Someone said shower chair, and elevated toilet seat - those were not even on my mind and BRILLIANT in their suggestion! I will buy a bed wedge in order to be in the recline while healing....
I will bring my visalus (protein and nourishment) and probably my juicer.
Mederma? Is that over the counter?

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UPDATED FROM InaElaine

2 months pre

Post Op Instructions for Abdominoplasty TUMMY TUCK

InaElaineFebruary 16, 2014

I keep emailing the clinic - they sent me post op instructions for breast augmentation - and STILL waiting for a reply - I can google but each clinic is different in the details - anyone have one from Dr Ortega?

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AlwaysCocaCola

February 22, 2014

im here if you have any questions about ortega. he did both my surgeries. the office is kind of krazy right now i know they are super busy. the best person to talk to is vivian she is the only person i deal with. let me know if u have any questions xo

InaElaine

February 22, 2014

You are so awesome gurl thank you. Can I pull up your pic when I say MAKE ME INTO HER!!!? LOL, seriously your tummy is so flat your waist so small hips flared - just gorg'.