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"Extended TT,MR, Lipo of Flanks" 45 Y/o Mother - Sept 1st W/Ortega - Miami, FL

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I saw tons of reviews on different Doctors on...

NewMe0904March 15, 2016

$4,500

I saw tons of reviews on different Doctors on RealSelf. After lots of research and following a number of Dr Ortega's patients, I felt confident that he was the Surgeon for me. I went online and started the process there by submitting my photos. Oh... Btw I'm outside of Chicago. I was assigned a coordinator, Emily who is quite friendly but not as responsive as I'd like but I understand they are extremely busy. None the less I booked by making my $500 deposit to secure my date. I'm excited. I love his work!

NewMe0904's provider

Mel T. Ortega, MD

Mel T. Ortega, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (63)

RedsNewBooty2016

March 15, 2016

Tt are his forte I had a bbl with him 2 weeks ago and wish I had gotten Tt with him instead

March 15, 2016

I've had 3 c-sections & don't like the appearance of my stomach. I'm newly single so I'm just gonna go for it. I feel like I did my research and chose a great Dr. I'm excitited. Just rushing time along now. TT is his forte...That's what I hear. He's know for getting you tight!!!

DreamsToReality

March 15, 2016

Looks like you and I are playing the waiting game but it'll be here before we know it. I'm scheduled July 11th with Dr. Ortega.
Curious, what's MR (Between tummy tuck and lippo)

March 15, 2016

Muscle repair...lol. I can't wait! I'm anxious. I'm hoping for a good recovery so I can enjoy part of my summer.

DreamsToReality

March 16, 2016

Oh got it... Lol I hear ya. It feels like I booked my surgery so far in advance but it was the best timing for me.

March 16, 2016

My kids will b on vacation with their dad so it works for me as well. I'll get to rest for two weeks

March 16, 2016

Are you getting lipo OT muscle repair?

DreamsToReality

March 16, 2016

Yes, extended tummy tuck. Lipo and muscle repair. He said I'm at a good weight but if I lose at least 7 lbs, I'd be happier with the results.

March 16, 2016

I'm priced higher than you for the same procedure???

DreamsToReality

March 16, 2016

I booked mine when he had a tummy tuck promotion.

March 16, 2016

Yea the TT PROMO alone was $3500.

DreamsToReality

March 16, 2016

Right! They said that was for a mini tuck. I saw one on here for $3800. I guess they base it on age, weight, how they feel at the moment, who answers the phone and whatever else fits in there. I really don't know how their prices are quoted or what method.

DreamsToReality

March 16, 2016

I originally had the same price quoted with Dr. Llorente but changed Dr's because I have yet to hear back from them. Plus I'm happy that it happened that way.

DreamsToReality

March 16, 2016

If you think that dealing with this office is bad just be glad you didn't book with New Life Cosmetics, they are a hot mess!!

March 16, 2016

Lol I hear you. I'm still gonna ask about my pricing. I've signed my contract and regardless the price is excellent compared to Chicago.
As far as the office is concerned I'm hoping everything goes smoothly. I've heard mixed reviews.
I think Dr O is the best for TT. Good luck to you! I'll be following you!

DreamsToReality

March 16, 2016

Good luck to you too!! I'll post some pictures soon. I'm still trying to figure out how to post a review for my recovery house I booked.

March 16, 2016

Cool

Helpisontheway2

March 17, 2016

Ladies- I am scheduled for a lower body lift June 10th with Dr Ortega. I am glad you have been pleased with his staff. I will be coming from Nashville

Yaadie Sunshine

March 20, 2016

I think Dr Ortega is the best for a TT as well! $4500 is the price of an extended TT. The minu tuck doesn't include MR. If it's $3800 maybe a MTT with a lil Lipo. The Full TT and extended TT go up by $500; and I agree, even if they price haggling, it is good, lol.

March 20, 2016

Good luck lady. Big decision but exciting to finally make that choice to do something for yourself.

RedsNewBooty2016

March 16, 2016

Yes doll you will look great

March 16, 2016

Thank you!

RedsNewBooty2016

March 21, 2016

RedsNewBooty2016

March 21, 2016

I'm 19 days post op with bbl from ortega

Yaadie Sunshine

March 21, 2016

@RedsNewBooty2016: I think you did good by going with Ortega, better safe than sorry. Dr Ome and some of his pts ended up being sorry! God worked that out 4 you and future dolls. You butt looks nice and you can get more later! Congrats on your new Bootay!

Yaadie Sunshine

March 21, 2016

You may not even want more after a TT, but if you do, I ain't mad; there is mesmerizing power in the booty!!! Lol

Momof3Warmusboys

March 20, 2016

Hi, I'm getting a Mommy Makeover with the extended tummy tuck and muscle repair in June 9th with Dr. Ortega and my Rep. is Lizbeth, so at she's been great! I haven't posted any Before pictures or my story yet, I'm still working on it! Just wanted to say Good Luck on your journey and with your recovery! I'm so excited and nervous just like everyone else here lol but it's going to be so worth it! I will be following you to help ease my nerves!

March 20, 2016

Hi, I'm excited & nervous too. I don't know how I stumbled on RS but I'm grateful and low key....kinda addicted...lol.
If you are posting a review I'll be following. I appreciate the support and I want to offer mine.

DreamsToReality

March 20, 2016

Too funny!! I'm on RS more than "social media"... (IG & Facebook) My new addition... :-D

Yaadie Sunshine

March 20, 2016

I am quite find of RS! Real people, encouraging, guiding, motivating, trying to keep each other safe and giving one another a nice ego boost! Some occasional cutting the fool too, lol. RS puts us

Yaadie Sunshine

March 20, 2016

In touch with some positive folks whI have a common goal; to look and feel our best!

March 20, 2016

Too funny It'sGoingDown! I can relate. This is a big deal, it's outr bodies and we need to be informed & do our research and support one another.

March 31, 2016

I am as well. It's call doing my sx research! Wanna be as prepared as possible. I've learned so much from the RS ladies.

Yaadie Sunshine

March 20, 2016

The girls working at Spectrum can get you frustrated, but they are young. Even the one that contact's you about your labs can be a lil forward. I got hot a few times. It really may be age and culture related. They are nice when you meet them though, the place is just not managed very well in my experience. Dr. Ortega does his thing and that's the main focus! Its like a great fried chicken joint; customer service may be off, you got to wait in a long line, but the chicken so good you just take the good with the bad, lmao

March 20, 2016

Your analogy was too funny...LMBO. But I certainly do get it. I rely so heavily on the ladies on RS and have learned so much. The decision that we are making , to fix something that we don't like about our bodies is something that each lady UNDERSTANDS completely and can relate. I appreciate you. Thank you!

Yaadie Sunshine

March 26, 2016

Happy to encourage anytime! Your date is gonna be here before you know It! I think it's pretty cool that you have a PS buddy, sounds exciting!

UPDATED FROM NewMe0904

6 months pre

Operation lose weight

NewMe0904March 15, 2016

I'm using my fitness pal app to track my calories. So far I love it! I've lost close to 8lbs in three weeks. I want to lose about an additional 15-20lbs before surgery....I think. I want yo get to my goal weight prior to.
I have a friend who had her TT with no lipo & had drains in for two days. I'm hearing the lipo attributes to how long you need the drains.
So I'm cutting out fast food, watching my carb intake and eating protein & veggies.
I can't believe I have a date in the books, contract signed....plans being made!!!!

Replies (9)

March 16, 2016

Congrats to you I'm trying to lose about the same amount of weight as you I'm getting a tt with Mr and lipo I'm excited. I need to get better with my fitness pal so I can start losing.

March 16, 2016

It keeps you accountable for sure. You think about what you are eating. Stick with it! Congrats on your decision to get healthier and do you! RealSelf is an awesome community and there's so much support. It's why I e decided to share my personal story... Pay it forward:-)

March 16, 2016

I agree I will be following your journey.

Yaadie Sunshine

March 16, 2016

Exercise will definitely help you have the best outcome. It will make It easier to see your curves and allow you and The Dr to be pleased with the outcome! The PS will just enhance your hard work! Get it in girl!!!

March 16, 2016

Thank you rastasunshine!

March 21, 2016

Good luck!!! I'll be fallowing your journey

March 21, 2016

Thank you!

March 25, 2016

when is your surgery?

March 25, 2016

I'm scheduled for June 24th

UPDATED FROM NewMe0904

6 months pre

Surgery date swap anyone...need June 24th

NewMe0904March 25, 2016

I have a PS buddy and we were not able to secure the same date. I'm scheduled for June 24th and she's scheduled for June 23rd. Anyone scheduled for the 23rd and wanna push their date up one day?
Anyone else have issues with trying to reschedule or trying to swap dates?

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September 28, 2016

Dr. Could have done a better job in the mid section of this lady's belly. She now has a stomach pouch she didn't have before. The sides could have been shaved off a little more. In this case money is more important than patient satisfaction.

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