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43 Petite with a Buddha Belly - Montclair, NJ
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I am fit everywhere but my belly. No trainer, diet...
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I am fit everywhere but my belly. No trainer, diet or pills can help me. I'm 5 feet with a short torso. The belly has got to go. I went to another doctor a few years back that was so obnoxious and rude at my consultation I never got the procedure. I read about Dr. Bond. The positive reviews got me to the consultation. Her bedside manner got me to book the surgery. I have one huge concern now. I see all her BBL and tummy tuck reviews are 5 star but her lipo reviews are not what I had hoped. Several people mentioned her not being aggressive enough. I need to hear someone who had lipo of the stomach and flanks that had a positive experience :(
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May 7, 2016
Following..As i am in the SHORT catagory as well, live in NJ andlooking for a good doc..Im teetering between her and another doc. Can not wait to see your results..im excited for you
May 7, 2016
P,S, Do they suggest your try to loose weight before having surgery? i was told at a consult being i have a short torso its best to loose as much weight as possible
May 7, 2016
How much food to make sure I have a strong core and to work out as much as possible before surgery mainly for the recovery
May 7, 2016
Sorry I meant to type I am being told to exercise and work on my core prior to surgery mainly for the recovery. I was also told to keep a strict diet so I'm not in shock with all the bland food I'll be eating one side have the surgery
May 8, 2016
I live in Maryland - had lipo on upper and lower abdomen, flanks and bra line completed by Dr. Brent Birely. I'm 10 days post op and must say in still healing however very pleased with results si far. I'm 37 years young and 5'4" so I know exactly how ur feeling. Dr.Birely's staff have been super through this! It might be worth the road trip if u can't get comfortable with a local doctor:). Best of Luck to you!!
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May 6, 2016
Are you still going with her? I got mines done by Dr. Singer in Manhattan from American lipo centers on park ave, i made my decision based on clients i seen in the waiting room and their results as opposed to the actual consult, i too had extra in the middle, my waist was 38-40", my upper /lower abs and flanks was 3800.. plus $30 for prescription that my ins didnt cover and i ended up not using bc they made me so nauseous i was throwing up anything i drank and ate on day 1 and 2, day 3 switched to tylenol and day 4 no pain killers just a bit sore to the touch on my flanks snd belly button area.
May 6, 2016
I still really like her as a doctor and in general she has wonderful reviews. I was impressed with the photos in her office and on her website. It just seems that on here most of the really positive comments are on the tummy tuck and the BBL. Everything has been set and I have been vocal about what I'm looking for. I'm going to go for it. She did say that I have the perfect skin for this. Good elasticity and no loose skin or cellulite. She said that's going to make a huge difference in my results. When did you get yours done? How are you feeling? Looking?
May 7, 2016
Hello. I used this doctor for liposuction in 2011 and was not pleased with the results. I was taken in by her good bedside manner as well and she truly seemed genuine in the possible results that could be achieved, unfortunately for me that was not the case. My advice don't have high expectations, just hope that the results will be what you want. Good luck!
May 7, 2016
I'm sorry to hear that. What happen when you expressed your concerns? I am getting nervous.
May 8, 2016
I was advised that, I should give it time and I would see results. I continued to go to her for post op follow ups for a year and nothing changed and I was still advised the same (I honestly felt like I was being ignored) When I initially scheduled the surgery and paid the $8k (for surgery/ separate hospital fee) she assured me that I could obtain a revision at no cost. However when I expressed my displeasure afterwards, that was no longer an option unless I paid more. I did my research as you did, and thought that I found a good doctor and would get the best results but unfortunately that wasn't my experience. If I were to do this again (with a different doctor for sure) I would speak to actual patients who can provide proof that they in fact used the same doctor and had favorable results. If there is any additional info I can provide, inbox me. I kept all my documents from this doctor/procedure. PS. If it helps I looked into Dr. Vasishit in Voorhees, NJ, highly recommended and has very favorable feedback. I will be going to him for my revision. I hope this helps. Good luck
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May 7, 2016
We are almost the same! And my surgery is exactly a week from now too!
May 7, 2016
I've been working out the last 3 months but I'm really concentrating on my core these last two weeks before surgery because I'm told that will help my healing. I'm busting my ass! It's amazing how much hard work I put into my body in the last 3 months in I've only really seen it in my legs and arms.
The belly battle, it's not fun! I wish you much success on your journey and hope that you find lots of support from the community. Be sure to also check-in here to connect with some others preparing for their big day -- it's a great place to meet some recovery buddies and share tips.
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