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34, 4 Kids and a Much Needed Tummy Tuck - New York, NY
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I'm 5'3 198lbs and I went to Dr. Yager for a tummy...
WORTH IT$12,000
I'm 5'3 198lbs and I went to Dr. Yager for a tummy tuck consultation. He was very friendly and answered all my questions. Although he charged a hefty fee, I would gladly pay more because he seems to have alot of knowledge about tummy tucks. He was very honest with me and said if I was comfortable with my weight, he can still give me the hourglass figure I wanted. I really felt comfortable with him and would like to plan my surgery with him soon. I'm just so nervous about the whole procedure and more importantly the pain and complications that can arise afterwards. That is the only thing holding me back from doing the surgery. I only seen one recent review of a tummy tuck with him and I would like to know if there is anyone else out there that has done a tummy tuck with him?
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Replies (3)
August 17, 2016
Hi. He is very good. I've never had any procedure done by him, but i have a few friends and family members who have! My aunt had a tummy tuck and breast lift done by him. His work is excellent. And yes, he is a little price, but it is worth it.
August 22, 2016
I just had my tt done with him on aug 2, girl am so happy. The results are so good and am still swollen. Hes work is amazing. There great all of hes staff is amazing. From day one to the actual surgery they answer all my questions.Go for it!
UPDATED FROM Mrskim
1 year pre
update
So I haven't been on here in awhile because I have been trying to get a breast reduion before I even plan a TT. I go in for surgery on 2/3/2015 and already have a condult with Dr. Yager on 3/14/2015. I will update soon.
Replies (4)
February 2, 2015
Good luck with surgery! You'll feel like a different person when you're through. I was a 34F before, not sure exactly what I am now just shy of 4 wks post-op. Either a full 34C or small 34D. Either way, I'm happy to be rid of all that extra boob on both sides. Are you using the same PS for BR as for TT? Wishing you a speedy recovery & let's know how everything goes.
February 2, 2015
Hi thanks for your comment. I am actually going with Bellevue Hospital for my BR because my insurance fully covers it. I'm excited and nervous. How was the pain scale for you? I hear you can't even lift your arms for awhile! Ouch.
February 2, 2015
I had surgery at NYU as that was where my PS was. Both top hospitals so you know you're in good hands. I too had insurance authorization otherwise I could not have had a BR. The one constant theme on realself.com is that everyone's experience is different and that applies to pain and recovery as well. I have a fairly high tolerance for pain. I took pain meds for the first 3 days then was able to manage with just Advil. I honestly didn't feel so much pain as I did discomfort, and that changes day by day. Some days the swelling which would worsen at night, was unbearable. Then it would mysteriously disappear only to return days later. I have itching on and off and even a few days where my skin was red and warm near the incisions. No infection thankfully, just healing. I strongly recommend getting as much rest as possible. The less you do, the better and faster your recovery will be. I would wake up feeling great and by 6 pm feel sore. The PA at my dr's office told me that I was obviously doing too much which was why I felt the effects at night. No matter what, the change both physically and emotionally is so worth it!! I no longer have chronic neck & shoulder pain and it feels great to wear normal clothes for the first time since I was a teenager. Relax, you'll do fine.
UPDATED FROM Mrskim
3 months pre
Tummy Tuck dream come true
Hi all, I know I havent written in awhile but I am ready to finally get my tummy tuck. At first I was excited about going to Dr Yager in Washington Heights but after further review, I decided he just wasnt the dr for me. Fast forward to now, I paid for a flight to Santo Domingo to have TT, Lipo and BBL with Dr Rafael Torres who came highly recommended. Everything was set in place, I even had my recovery house booked (Highclass Recovery), but all of that changed after hearing about the women who recently passed in CIPLA. That was a rude awakening for me. So I stalked RS and after careful review, I had a consult with Dr Taranow here in NYC. He was very responsive to all my questions and concerns, did not rush me, even showed me around the operating room and made me feel comfortable. So i have decided even tho it is a lil on the pricier side, my life is worth more to me, so I will be having my TT and Lipo with him this summer. I will keep you all updated!
From personal experience I can tell you that the closer you are to an ideal weight, the better your results after surgery. There is risk with any surgery so don't let fear get the better of you. Keep doing your research and educate yourself. All will be fine.