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My Full Tummy Tuck After Weight Loss (Bypass) Surgery - North Carolina
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After having weight loss surgery, and losing 40%...
$6,450
After having weight loss surgery, and losing 40% of my body weight. I am moving to the next step to have a full tummy tuck. I would like to have a few other things done, but am doing the one that is the most important to me - first.
I have met with 4 Cosmetic Surgeons and decided on one yesterday. (The fourth one I met with : ) And the only one who charged me a consultation fee.
Every surgeon I met with helped educate me about what could be done. I also saw several approaches to the same procedure which was helpful. This gave me the confidence I needed to choose my surgeon.
This surgeon I chose was over 3K LESS than one of the other surgeons I met with, AND this surgeon will be doing more lipo. My compression garmet is included in the cost, and the quote includes one night in a hospital setting. I feel that I have hit the jackpot : )
Due to a cancellation with the surgeon, I will be able to have my surgery in 10 days!!!!! I am very excited. I have a great deal of confidence in the surgeon and the facility.
I have been writing a journal and will continue to do so. I will post it as soon as I can figure out the best place/way to post it. These forums are like a maze to me.
Will also post before photos soon.
Gracey's provider
Replies (14)
December 4, 2010
Hey...there are 2 videos up below my pics but they prob don't have my one up from today yet. Are you thinking of putting up before or after pics?
December 4, 2010
Hi Gracey and welcome to the site!! You have certainly come to the right place. Where in NC do you live? I live in Greensboro... I chose Dr. David Bowers for my TT, breast lift and Lipo on Dec 28th. I, too, went to about 5 different surgeons. Its such a difficult decision to make, huh?
I am scared out of my mind but these girls have really helped me get through it. There are so many women going though the same thing and we all have the same emotions, fears, anxieties and excitement!!!
As JenBob suggested, check out the Mommy Makeovers too... that is where I listed my review.
Can't wait to see pictures soon and hang in there! Only 6 days to go..... enjoy the excitement!
I am scared out of my mind but these girls have really helped me get through it. There are so many women going though the same thing and we all have the same emotions, fears, anxieties and excitement!!!
As JenBob suggested, check out the Mommy Makeovers too... that is where I listed my review.
Can't wait to see pictures soon and hang in there! Only 6 days to go..... enjoy the excitement!
December 7, 2010
Hi Sunshine!
I live in Thomasville, but just moved here from Greensboro 3 months ago. I am having my TT done in Winston Salem.
Yes, I am excited, plowing through my list of things to do like I have endless energy.
My pre-op appmt is in the morning. Can't wait.
Warmly,
Gracey
I live in Thomasville, but just moved here from Greensboro 3 months ago. I am having my TT done in Winston Salem.
Yes, I am excited, plowing through my list of things to do like I have endless energy.
My pre-op appmt is in the morning. Can't wait.
Warmly,
Gracey
December 11, 2010
Gracey, I just saw this response and WOW, you are right here! You must be so excited and anxious this weekend!! You will do just great and I will be praying for you on Monday. My pre-op is on Monday and I am so excited!!!
Please keep us updated and keep those happy thoughts coming... BESTOF LUCK!!
Please keep us updated and keep those happy thoughts coming... BESTOF LUCK!!
December 4, 2010
Ooooops, I thought your surgery was the 10th... but it is on the 13th... only 9 days away, not 6. That is so close.....
UPDATED FROM Gracey
1 day pre
Well, my TT surgery is in the morning. I am...
Well, my TT surgery is in the morning. I am excited! Will let you know how I get on, asap. Taking my valium and going to bed now.... Sweet dreams of flat tummies.....for all,
Gracey.
Gracey.
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December 12, 2010
Hi Gracey,
Thinking about you and sending prayers and warm wishes your way for tomorrow!
You will do just wonderful! I will be anxiously waiting to hear from you.
December 12, 2010
Kimmers!
I can't find your instructions on how to upload my before photos. I have uploaded my profile photo but don't see how to do the others. Can you tell me again. (so sorry )
Warmly,
Gracey
I can't find your instructions on how to upload my before photos. I have uploaded my profile photo but don't see how to do the others. Can you tell me again. (so sorry )
Warmly,
Gracey
December 12, 2010
Hi Gracey!
No problem...log into your account, click open your profile and you will find the "Edit" button at the top. You will then find the area on the bottom of the page where you are able to upload pictures.
December 13, 2010
If that doesn't work- go into your review once you get to your profile and then edit your review. That's how it works for me
December 13, 2010
Thank you Daffy! I finally was able to do it!
Kimmers thank you for trying to help me but some profiles must update differently. Thought I was losing it - LOL!
Good Night ladies..... so excited.
Kimmers thank you for trying to help me but some profiles must update differently. Thought I was losing it - LOL!
Good Night ladies..... so excited.
December 12, 2010
Surgery TOMORROW, hard to believe!
Well, it has been a crazy day! I haven't gotten the things done that I wanted to and it is my own fault. Suddenly I am obsessed with watching TT videos. I can't seem to make myself stop! (I guess nerves show themselves in different ways.)
The nurse anthesists (sp?) just called me. That was nice! She wanted to know if I have questions and to go over last minute instructions. Asked me how I feel. Discussed medications taht I take and advised that I should take them in the A.M., but not to take vitamins/supplements. She was very kind. Knowing that such a sweet person will be caring for me helps a lot.
Have some more presents to wrap...
I will be in the hospital Monday night. I will post as soon as I can and let you know how I feel.
Going to try to post my before photos in just a minute too.(Thanks for the assist Kimmers)
Praying,
Gracey
Well, it has been a crazy day! I haven't gotten the things done that I wanted to and it is my own fault. Suddenly I am obsessed with watching TT videos. I can't seem to make myself stop! (I guess nerves show themselves in different ways.)
The nurse anthesists (sp?) just called me. That was nice! She wanted to know if I have questions and to go over last minute instructions. Asked me how I feel. Discussed medications taht I take and advised that I should take them in the A.M., but not to take vitamins/supplements. She was very kind. Knowing that such a sweet person will be caring for me helps a lot.
Have some more presents to wrap...
I will be in the hospital Monday night. I will post as soon as I can and let you know how I feel.
Going to try to post my before photos in just a minute too.(Thanks for the assist Kimmers)
Praying,
Gracey
December 13, 2010
My prayers are with you Grace. Tomorrow will be a big day and you will be resting on the medications. So far I had a good experience and it was an 8 hour surgery. I haven't seen the incisions since I am wrapped with tape and have compression garments. Tomorrow is my next appointment and hopefully I will see the results.
December 12, 2010
We are all praying for you too Gracey! You'll be great. Can't wait to see and hear your updates.
And don't worry about your presents- chances are you'll be feeling good enough to stick them in a gift bag if all else fails!
And don't worry about your presents- chances are you'll be feeling good enough to stick them in a gift bag if all else fails!
December 13, 2010
Gracey, I just wanted to wish you all the best tomorrow. I will be thinking of you and praying for a successful surgery. You sound like you have it all together and thats great! I look forward to seeing your before and after pictures.
BTW, where you are finding the TT videos? I have been watching a few things on Youtube but wanted to see if there was another resource that you found.
GOOD LUCK tomorrow.... you will be GREAT!
BTW, where you are finding the TT videos? I have been watching a few things on Youtube but wanted to see if there was another resource that you found.
GOOD LUCK tomorrow.... you will be GREAT!
UPDATED FROM Gracey
5 days post
Well, I have been mostly out of it for 5 days. I...
Well, I have been mostly out of it for 5 days. I knew that medication affects me hard but not one else seemed to listen.
The night before surgery I only took 1/2 of the valium. Took the whole 10 mg one hour before surgery. I homesty don't rememer much. I got a warm blanket and very kind people around me...next thing I knew I was awake and my husband was there in recovery with me. They said I did fine. Moved me to my private room for the night. That afternoon they brought me some organge sherbert.Ate some of that. Afterwards the chief resident came in to check on me and said I looked pale and they checked my insision site.I have some internal bleeding going on and boy they move fast. They took me immediately back to surgery and opened me up to find the bleed. )The way they cut that compressioin garment off of me reminded me of "grays anatomony"+ the chief resident was pretty handsome)I was consicous and could tell how serious they were. My PS ran that OR like a drill sergent! She was great. The constantly explained what they were doing to me. There was some discomfort but no pain I could not tolerate. (BTW) they could not put me back to sleep because I have eaten).
So I think this may be a fear that some of us have but it worked out just fine.
Will write more later....sleepy....
The night before surgery I only took 1/2 of the valium. Took the whole 10 mg one hour before surgery. I homesty don't rememer much. I got a warm blanket and very kind people around me...next thing I knew I was awake and my husband was there in recovery with me. They said I did fine. Moved me to my private room for the night. That afternoon they brought me some organge sherbert.Ate some of that. Afterwards the chief resident came in to check on me and said I looked pale and they checked my insision site.I have some internal bleeding going on and boy they move fast. They took me immediately back to surgery and opened me up to find the bleed. )The way they cut that compressioin garment off of me reminded me of "grays anatomony"+ the chief resident was pretty handsome)I was consicous and could tell how serious they were. My PS ran that OR like a drill sergent! She was great. The constantly explained what they were doing to me. There was some discomfort but no pain I could not tolerate. (BTW) they could not put me back to sleep because I have eaten).
So I think this may be a fear that some of us have but it worked out just fine.
Will write more later....sleepy....
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December 19, 2010
Oh Gracey I am so glad this all went well and that you are doing better. You hang in there and keep us up to date on how you are feeling.
Sounds like you were in excellent hands for the entire process.
December 19, 2010
Wow just read your update. Quite a drama- glad you had the right medical team!
December 20, 2010
Hey Daffy: You should have seen how fast that cute resident got me back into surgery! And my PS ordered people around like a sergent! And the fact that I was awake was really pretty cool, I could hear what they were doing and they were talking to me ...and it only was only a little uncomfortable.
December 21, 2010
Oh Gracey- I'm just picking up this thread. Cry baby cry. That's all part of the ride.
I feel lucky to have my mom still since losing my dad still hurts five years later.
I'm 54 (but since I had my kids later I don't have grankids.) We have our own set of hormonal issues on top of everything else. I saw a play yesterday. It was sad, but I could not stop crying- I was over the top. The lady sitting next to me dug into her purse and gave me a tissue. I was so embarrassed!! A perfect stranger!
You look very swollen so don't expect much this soon. Im 3 weeks in and I look like I'm wearing an athletic cup! The fact that it hurt when you sneezed should be evidence that you had a proper TT!
I feel lucky to have my mom still since losing my dad still hurts five years later.
I'm 54 (but since I had my kids later I don't have grankids.) We have our own set of hormonal issues on top of everything else. I saw a play yesterday. It was sad, but I could not stop crying- I was over the top. The lady sitting next to me dug into her purse and gave me a tissue. I was so embarrassed!! A perfect stranger!
You look very swollen so don't expect much this soon. Im 3 weeks in and I look like I'm wearing an athletic cup! The fact that it hurt when you sneezed should be evidence that you had a proper TT!
December 20, 2010
Gracey...your pic looks great. You are swollen...not fat. Trust me. It's going to look awesome.
December 20, 2010
Grace you look good to me and I agree with Jen your still swollen. all in time you will see the good results. keep your chin up ok I got 2 days and nothing is going to worry me, that's what I'm telling myself lol. take care
December 21, 2010
Thinking of you Trena! Believing that you will have an amazingly great result! As everyone else has said, take your pain meds, even if you don't feel you need them take 1/2. You may not remember very much for the first few days but just let us know you are OK. Excited for you...
Thank you.
So you are doing well?
The PS I first saw would not do TT, lipo and Breast Aug at same time even though I am very healthy. Did you also have a breast lift?
If you don't mind me asking....Are you sleeping on a wedge pillow? Did you get lipo on your mons area?
Warmly,
Gracey