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Mini tummy tuck with liposuction of entire abdomen & lower back.

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Mini tummy tuck with liposuction of entire abdomen & lower back.

aglaze8506
WORTH IT$7,800
For YEARS I have researched doctors & before and after pictures on RealSelf dreaming of having my stomach fixed one day. Ive had 2 children leaving me with a kangaroo pouch and when I sat the skin just fell. This has been my biggest insecurity that haunted me daily, I wouldn’t even sit in a bathing suit, I would have to wear a shirt at all times. I have obsessed over my stomach for years and I finally decided it was time for me to fix myself and my confidence. I found a doctor who’s before and after pictures were amazing & the price was much better then all other consults I had gone to. I am only on day 3 of recovery but am extremely pleased at the results so far and I am still very swollen! I cannot wait to see the progression and to eventually sit in a bathing suit without being embarrassed!! If you struggle with body image or insecurities, there is no cost or pain too large for the feeling of being confident in your own skin.

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Irene Tower, MD

Irene Tower, MD

Board Certified General Surgeon

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Replies (8)

January 4, 2018
You look great! I am having the same procedure next week so happy to hear your recovery hasn't been bad! I will need to watch my toddler after the first week so feeeling nervous about that. Any advice or things I should know about the recovery process?
January 4, 2018
Thank you, I love the results thus far. The recovery has been a little harder then I had originally anticipated due to the liposuction in my abdomen and back. The tummy tuck is a breeze, it’s the actual liposuction that leaves you with the most pain and soreness. I’m on day 9, I still have my drain and am still very sore. I think after the first week you will be good to take care of your toddler but you will def not be back to your full self. I had my kids alone on the 4th and 5th day bc my husband had to work and it was a rough few days!! Rest up as much as you can the first week while you can!! Good luck on your procedure, it will be so worth it!!!
January 12, 2018
Thanks! I am day 2 post-op and only taking Tylenol as of day. Was given the green light to have the drain removed tomorrow so I think that will help. I agree that the pain seems largely related to the lipo more than the mini tt. Thanks for the updates and pictures, it's nice to see what is coming!
January 10, 2018
So did you have a mini tuck? Who is ur doctor?
January 10, 2018
Yes, it was a mini. The doctor used the technical term dermolipectomy, because I didn’t have any muscle work done. I went to Dr. Irene Tower at inland cosmetic.
January 10, 2018
Ohh! Thank you for the information!
January 31, 2018
Where did you go
January 31, 2018
Dr. Irene tower at inland cosmetic surgery.
UPDATED FROM aglaze8506
9 days post

Day 9 post op.

aglaze8506
Finally starting to feel like myself again, but still very sore from the liposuction. Definitely did not anticipate being so sore still, but I can say it has been 110% worth the pain. Can’t wait to see results once more swelling goes down.

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January 5, 2018
wow!! you look amazing already!!! can’t wait to see you in the weeks to come!! thank you for posting pictures and your experience
UPDATED FROM aglaze8506
14 days post

2 weeks post op

aglaze8506
It’s been 2 weeks since my surgery. Everyday gets better, mornings are my favorite because the swelling is minimal compared to the end of the day. Got my drain out yesterday and am still leaking a tad bit. The soreness is still there but I’m noticing the tighter garment I wear, the better I feel. Overall, super happy with what I see!!

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January 10, 2018
yes...you look amazing!!! why garment did you get that is tighter? I need to pick up a couple and I want to make sure they are going to work great to help with swelling at night. thanks! always look forward to seeing your progression...gives me hope!
January 10, 2018
Aw thank you so much! Truly this has been life changing for me and it will be for you too. I have waited years for this and I never imagined the results being so amazing. For the first week and a half I wore the garment the doctor put on me right after surgery, but it began being extremely uncomfortable at night because of the hooks on it. Once I got my drain out I actually am wearing shapewear that I had from before the surgery. It is by Naomi & Michelle, you can get it at Kohls. The style is “Back Magic Shaping High-Waist slimmer”, it’s comfortable and works very well. I hope your surgery goes well and you do ok with the recovery. Can’t wait to see your progress as well :)
January 11, 2018
thank you...will go and grab a few of those. I’m so happy for you...I’ve been working so hard to get rid of my tummy and get my abs back but can’t do it with exercise. looking forward to having a flat tummy again.
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January 11, 2018
You look amazing!
January 11, 2018
Thank you :)