Smartlipo (abs, flanks, bra roll)-the Journey So Far

Thank you! I will see what I can find. If I do not find anything that shows the area well, I will ask my surgeon's office to send me the ones they took.

How exciting! I found him very forthcoming with what to expect and I am very happy with the results.The worst part for me was the injection of the numbing agent--painful at points. Not unbearable but a few moments of holy ouch!!! If I go back for additional procedures, I will definitely ask for a "chill pill" a few hours prior to take the edge off. Recovery has been terrific--procedure on Friday back to work on Monday. The women who assist him are phenomenal--friendly, upbeat and they know what they are doing. The first night I had some nausea and vertigo--but that was gone by the next day. I drank lots of water afterwards which I think helped minimize swelling. Best of luck to you!!!

Thanks for responding. I will definitely inquire about the "chill pill." one of my major concerns is the possibility of the "cottage cheese" effect under my skin. Did u experience that? And if u didn't how did u prevent it from happening? Did you get any lymphatic message after your procedure. Last but not least, Are u still swollen?

I didn't experience the cottage cheese effect, but I do still have a swollen ball of "stuff" mid-abdomen. When I saw Dr. Khan for my follow-up appointment, he explained it was blood and fat that "settles" as a result of sitting all day in my office. He advised that I vigorously push at it on a regular basis so as to speed up the process of getting rid of it. It will subside of its own accord, but without intervention (my massaging it) that can take six months.

Thanks--you, too!

Thanks, Ad Girl. The recovery has truly been much easier than I expected. Had my procedure on a Friday, rested over the weekend, kept very well hydrated, and out the door as normal for work on Monday : ) Are you excited about your upcoming procedure? Looking forward to following your progress!

Getting excited. Wish is was over with already. Kind of know what to expect because of my Tummy Tuck with lipo a year ago. Every area is different so hoping for no swell hell for me. Taking photos of my back is hard to do. I want photos to document my journey. I'm happy I have the photos from the TT transformation. Happy healing to you and new clothes soon.

Thanks for the good advice--your results are great--you look fabulous!

Wow, the rolling pen is a great idea.

Thank you!

Thank you

How are you feeling now?

I feel good! A little sore on my butt and somewhat stiff--the compression garments make rising from a prone position tough sometimes, but nothing intolerable really!

What type of garment are you wearing ?

The one the surgeon's office provided, and a waist trainer on top of that for now. I will eventually switch to my post-Lipo garments from Colombia.