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59 Years Old Finally Getting a TT After Weight Loss Surgery. Sandusky, MI
UPDATED FROM juliemolloy
2 months post
6 week post op pics of full TT with abs tightened and lipo
$7,000
It's been 6 weeks since my surgery. I had a full tummy tuck with abs tightened and lipo to get rid of my "Love Handles"
I'm standing upright now and feeling great!!
I had a few small spots that 'broke open' that needed a little neosporin and bandages. They're almost closed completely and doing great.
I bought Mederma scar gel to start reducing and fading the scars.
I still have a few spots that feel numb on my tummy. I also am experiencing nerve pain/aggravation. I expected this to happen after all of the incisions that were made and having the skin pulled up away from my body to tighten the skin.
.... Hubby is loving the new look!!!
I'm standing upright now and feeling great!!
I had a few small spots that 'broke open' that needed a little neosporin and bandages. They're almost closed completely and doing great.
I bought Mederma scar gel to start reducing and fading the scars.
I still have a few spots that feel numb on my tummy. I also am experiencing nerve pain/aggravation. I expected this to happen after all of the incisions that were made and having the skin pulled up away from my body to tighten the skin.
.... Hubby is loving the new look!!!
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Replies (4)
D
January 1, 2016
You look awesome! I am 4 weeks now and glad to hear that standing upright is in my future. I have some issues with my incision too but nothing to worry about.
Glad to hear Hubby is happy!
J
January 1, 2016
I was advised as the scabs heal,, DONT PICK and be careful with the washcloth, you don't want to knock the scabs off. It's possible that I was a little too rough with my washcloth? DIAL antibacterial soap and pat dry.
I am allergic to tape,, I blister where the tape sticks to my skin. I bought some non-stic pads with gentle adhesive strips on two sides. These don't seem to bother me like tape and band aids do?
The pads I was using in the beginning were cotton/paper and seemed to pull off the top layer of my scabs,, maybe this is why a couple of my incision spots opened?
I am allergic to tape,, I blister where the tape sticks to my skin. I bought some non-stic pads with gentle adhesive strips on two sides. These don't seem to bother me like tape and band aids do?
The pads I was using in the beginning were cotton/paper and seemed to pull off the top layer of my scabs,, maybe this is why a couple of my incision spots opened?
M
January 5, 2016
you can tell that once you heal, you are going to look fabulous.
J
J
January 5, 2016
Your doctor will be able to tell you what vitamins will be best for you. They require a blood test that will determine what you'll need to take.
UPDATED FROM juliemolloy
20 days post
3 week Post op full tummy tuck update
I'm feeling pretty good at almost 3 weeks after surgery!
I can't stand totally straight upright yet, but it's getting better.
All 3 drain tubes have been removed,, Yaaaay!!
I can't stand totally straight upright yet, but it's getting better.
All 3 drain tubes have been removed,, Yaaaay!!
Replies (2)
M
December 9, 2015
You look great, I'm sure each day will get better, but girl you look amazing. Once you're healed, it's shopping time.
S
February 28, 2016
How long did you have the last drain in? I am going for a consultation in Clarkston next week with a doctor who performs drainless TT's, but my bariatric surgeon recommended your doctor.
J
February 28, 2016
2 tubes came out one week after surgery, the last one came out Two weeks after that.
All were removed within three weeks.
All were removed within three weeks.
UPDATED FROM juliemolloy
10 days post
TT with lipo and abdominal tightening update post surgery pictures one week after surgery
The surgery went real well!
I went to my first post op check up on Wednesday the 25th of November and had 2 of my 3 drain tubes removed.
Dr. DiNick cut my original BARIX scar out (up and down from ribs to belly button.. Football shape drawn on my upper tummy) and tightened my abs. Lipo on both of my sides and the whole lower tummy apron removed. Extra long Horizontal incision from hip to hip.
I went to my first post op check up on Wednesday the 25th of November and had 2 of my 3 drain tubes removed.
Dr. DiNick cut my original BARIX scar out (up and down from ribs to belly button.. Football shape drawn on my upper tummy) and tightened my abs. Lipo on both of my sides and the whole lower tummy apron removed. Extra long Horizontal incision from hip to hip.
Replies (3)
M
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K
December 5, 2015
You look great! Getting ready for mine in 10 days. How are you feeling?
J
December 8, 2015
I'm feeling pretty good!
Dr. DiNick went above and beyond! He cut right down the middle removing my original bariatric scar, While he was in the upper torso area, he tightened my abs and did lipo on my love handles. He cut beyond hip to hip across just above my mons area (bikini line) that incision almost wraps around the sides of my hips. He also tightened my pubis area so it wouldn't be fatty and puffy looking. It's more in proportion with a flatter profile.
Dr. DiNick went above and beyond! He cut right down the middle removing my original bariatric scar, While he was in the upper torso area, he tightened my abs and did lipo on my love handles. He cut beyond hip to hip across just above my mons area (bikini line) that incision almost wraps around the sides of my hips. He also tightened my pubis area so it wouldn't be fatty and puffy looking. It's more in proportion with a flatter profile.
K
Just keep thinking positive thoughts and just take one day at a time. Each day gets better. It IS painful, but keep thinking how Awesome you're going to look after its healed!!
Remember LOTS of water,, plenty of protein and your vitamins!
Really watch your heavy lifting!!! You don't want the chance to herniate.
... oh yeah,, stool softner,,, and even more water! The box said 1 tab daily,, I took 2. (It's really uncomfortable to poo out bricks) lol
Now that I scared the bajeebs out of you!,,, I'll wish you well and be here if you need support!!!
YOU CAN DO IT ~ and you'll look and feel AWESOME!!!
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