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Upper and Lower Abs and Flanks - Liverpool, UK

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Took a while to research whether it was worth...

LpoolLad29May 11, 2014
WORTH IT$3,000
Took a while to research whether it was worth getting done, but felt it would much harder to try a shift the fat through exercise. One person told me it would take a year of hard exercise to shift my belly fat and some fat is very hard to shift full stop. I am due to have the procedure on the 17th May and will update this review with my experience and photos.

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Dr Riaan Vlok

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Very friendly doctor. Made the whole process as easy as possible. Answered any questions I had and was realistic about my results. The nursing staff and coordinators were great too and made me feel very welcome. The clinics atmosphere is great! Would recommend Dr Vlok and the NU clinic any day :)

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wowbagger
May 12, 2014
good luck with your procedure.. i had high def done 3 days ago and im recovering well so far. the procedure, as far as i can tell, is great for removing areas of fat impossible to move naturally. i exercise for 1.5 hours daily and have been for 3 years and despite how much weight i lose or muscle i gain, i have never been able to see the results ive aeen in only 3 days post op. all the best!
LpoolLad29
May 12, 2014
Thanks for your comment. How did you find the procedure pain and discomfort wise? I've been told it really isn't that bad. Did you have upper, lower and flanks? I agree there are just areas that are impossible to shift! Many Thanks
wowbagger
May 12, 2014
I had high def in abs and flanks as you will be having. I've only had about half a kilo of fat removed though and the doctor and nurses suggested that the less fat in your body the more painful the procedure becomes. With that in mind, it was a great discomfort more than any sort of unbearable pain. . are you having local or general anaesthetic? Sleeping has been the worst pain and I've woken every night since the operation in the middle of the night with something hurting. . Having said that I'm in day 4 and I'm already used to having the foam strap, I have no issues with the compression garment, and while I was slightly out of action the first two days, yesterday I walked around 10 kilometers with no real discomfort.
LpoolLad29
May 12, 2014
I'm having a local with some sedation. I'm not too worried as i have a high pain threshold, but expect more discomfort and leakage in the first 48 hours. Although, i've stocked up on painkillers, anti-inflammatories and pads to help with this and am considering MLD massages too. I've also took a week off work just in case. Good to hear your experience though and the fact you are active relatively quickly is promising. Thanks for your reply
Mrsgiven
May 12, 2014
Hey lpool lad I'm in Liverpool too and having my med def done at selston On the 24th so a week after you!! Will be looking forward to seeing how you get on. How's the nerves? Ready to rock n roll? Xx
LpoolLad29
May 12, 2014
Hey, thanks for your comment. I'm having hi def on my upper and lower abs and on my flanks at the NU clinic. I'm not too nervous really as i've done a lot of research, the only thing i am worried about is the pain afterwards but i'm going to take Bromelain and Arnica to help with the swelling and i'm having MLD massage to aid recovery. Although, i've been told it is more discomfort really. Sure it will be fine, plus the surgeon is very experienced. Will update my progress next Monday. Good luck with you procedure :)
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elvis68
May 15, 2014
Hi Im in Liverpool too, hope it goes well for you. I like to be kept posted on how you get on. How much is it too have your lower and upper abs and flanks done
LpoolLad29
May 16, 2014
Hi, thanks for your comment. It was £1500 for the first area (upper and lower) and £750 for each additional area. However, i believe the normal price for the first area would be more like £2000. Plus you've got compression garments and MLD massage to go on top of that. Relatively cheap when you consider traditional lipo can be £7000 upwards though! Will keep you all posted....
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elvis68
May 16, 2014
Hi Thanks for getting back to me, ill be at the clinic at 1030 on Sat morning for a consultation. If your about the receptionist is Alan about and we could have a chat if you like.
Mrsgiven
May 16, 2014
Just think this time tomorrow you will be a lot less fat filled!!!
LpoolLad29
May 16, 2014
I know i'm getting excited now! I think i'm happier as i now know what to expect! Will detail my progress.. :)
Mrsgiven
May 16, 2014
It's crazy cos I'm sat here thinking this time next week it will be me feeling how you feel right now!!! Were gonna be boss though!
UPDATED FROM LpoolLad29
1 day pre

Procedure tomorrow!

LpoolLad29May 16, 2014
Little bit nervous but am hoping everything will go well! Got my puppy pads, painkillers and anti-infammatories all ready and have but a plastic cover on my mattress. Have also got a spare compression vest. I'm hoping the leakage won't be too bad! Will keep you all posted on my progress..

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Kickass
May 16, 2014
I'm 3 days post-op and the pain doesn't kick in until the following morning. But it's not a pain that's unbearable just uncomfortable in the sense your muscles ache as though you've done too many sit-ups. I choose to have sedation purely so as much fat could be taken out as when I had my sides done under local it was uncomfortable but not unbearable. But for the abs it can be pretty painful I've been told. Luckily I've not had any bruising but I'm still swollen. What time is your procedure tomorrow?
LpoolLad29
May 16, 2014
Thanks for sharing this. That doesn't sound to bad at all, i've got a high pain threshold too so I'm sure ill be fine. The procedure is at around 1.30pm, took a week off just in case too. I just can't wait for it to be over now!
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Kickass
May 16, 2014
I'd be eager too! Who's the doctor performing the vaser?
Mrsgiven
May 17, 2014
Good luck today!!!!
LpoolLad29
May 17, 2014
Thanks for your support Rae :)
Sherlock1
May 17, 2014
Good luck and all the best results for your procedure Liverpool lad :) had mine done on the 9th May in London. Pains not so bad, just be sure to get the correct fitting garments - they are the biggest paid cheers
LpoolLad29
May 17, 2014
Thanks for your comment :) Hope you are recovering well, i don't feel too bad at all. Went well was completely awake for the whole procedure..
Sherlock1
May 17, 2014
Good man. Hope it all works out the way we want it mate. Good recovery and best of luck going forward
UPDATED FROM LpoolLad29
Day of treatment

Day of procedure

LpoolLad29May 17, 2014
Arrived for 1pm, staff were lovely made me a cup of tea. I was then given a sedative to help me relax. The surgeon marked out his plan of action on my stomach and then I was then placed onto the table with a cushion an the procedure began. First i was injected to numb all areas. The incisions were made, two either side below my stomach near my crotch area, two just below my nipples and in my belly button. I was in no pain but i could feel a lot of tugging with the ultrasound wand and suction device. I was chatting away to the staff throughout which did help. The most painful part was when i was getting hi def on my upper ab area, but it wasn't too bad. Was a lot of discharge when i first got up. Gores and puppy pads are working well and the compression garment is really comfortable. Quite hard to get up and down at the moment, but I'm sure this will improve quickly. Will post a pictures soon..

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Mrsgiven
May 17, 2014
So glad it went very well for you, given me a lot of hope and made me feel a lot less nervous for my own now. Can't wait to see some progress pics, have you had a sneaky look at yourself yet?? Hopefully pain won't kick in too badly tomorrow most important is getting a good nights sleep tonight.
LpoolLad29
May 17, 2014
Thanks Rae, i watched the whole procedure so could see that it was just fluid left over and no fat! they took 1900ml of fat! So once i've got rid of the fluid it should look good, will have a look again on Monday night and will post a picture. One thing i will tell you is the first night there is a lot of leakage that goes everywhere but pads really help, id also added extra pads in the crotch area in the bath. Garment is similar to a leotard quote comfy. Other than that i feel good.. My doctor was Dr Vlok who said he also works with the people at Selston! :)
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elvis68
May 17, 2014
Glad it went well, met Dr Vlok this morning, he was realky nice and reassuring. Im just waiting for a Friday or Saturday date now to book in. Look forward to your updates.
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do dreams come true
July 3, 2014
hey im gettin mine done in selston too im v confused as to what supplements etc so i need and where do i get these pads and dressings from :/
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