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32 Yr Old mom of 3 Regaining a Better Figure! - Philaelphia, PA

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Who said African Americans don't get plastic...

Surecutie
WORTH IT$9,400
Who said African Americans don't get plastic surgery? After having several beautiful children and repeated battles with weight gain and weight loss my stomach was left looking like a partially deflated balloon.

At the beginning of 2014 I starred off at a weight of 203 on my 5'5 frame. After diet and exercise I worked my weight down to 177 and saw results almost everywhere but my belly. After consulting with numerous doctors it was confirmed that my belly was so damaged by pregnancy that I would never get the flat waistline I wanted without surgical intervention. I was told that I'm healthy, leading a reformed lifestyle, and would make a great abdomnioplasty candidate; with that said, I decided to sign up for a date only a few weeks out! I'm presently in the process of securing financing for the surgery and trying to purchase a recliner to use once the surgery is complete. I'm very excited!

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Adrian Lo, MD

Adrian Lo, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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May 11, 2014
Hi Surecutie, welcome! I am also scheduled for June. June 30th. I will be checking on your progress. Keep us posted! This is a great support site!
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May 11, 2014
Welcome to RS!! Congrats on your weight loss...that is so awesome!!! You're just shy of less than a month away =) continue to keep us posted
May 12, 2014
Thank you, this site is so amazing! I look forward to documenting my thoughts, concerns, and progress along the journey.
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May 11, 2014
I know that's right honey!!! I'm right behind you on the 13th. I'm supposed to get a BBL & TT w/lipo. I might not be getting the BBL... it's still up in the air. :(
May 12, 2014
Best wishes for a smooth surgery and easy recovery, I'm so excited to be doing this!
May 11, 2014
Good luck on your journey! I am 6 days post op and so far so good. I wish you the very best.
May 12, 2014
Congratulations on a successful surgery, I'll be checking in on your recovery!
May 11, 2014
Finally, I've found a person that fits my description to a tee. I'm still around 207 and just started a lifestyle change. Hitting the gym and building lean muscle. I wasn't sure if I should get surgery now or lose weight first. My wish is a TT, and while in there a BBC :). Who's is doing your surgery? Please let me know how your doIng? Post pictures. Thanks!
May 12, 2014
Hi, Dr. Lo in Philly is doing my surgery... I really wanted a BBL also but maybe next year!
UPDATED FROM Surecutie
10 days pre

Less than 2 weeks left!

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Friday, June 6th is quickly approaching and I'm getting very excited! The nervousness hasn't quite sat in yet but I think it will soon follow.

I thought I would be financing the surgery but that didn't work out as well as I expected so I've opted to pay all cash instead. Even though my surgeon's office has a "pay the balance 10 days prior to surgery" policy I appreciate them being so willing to work with me while I get the cash from investment accounts that are a lot less liquid. The compromise was that I could pay the balance a minimum of 2 days prior to surgery as long as I pay by certified check, which works just perfectly!

One of my best friends will be with me the day of the surgery to make sure I get home safely and am taken care of during those first critical nights. I feel very blessed to have such supportive people around me.

While waiting on the surgery I have continued to work out as I'd like to lose another 25 lbs before the year end. I've been training for a 5k (which I know will have to be placed on hold after the tummy tuck) and doing a lot of leg/arm toning exercise to get me closer to my goal. I'll update again as I get closer to my surgery.

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May 26, 2014
Best of luck. Can't wit too see your results. Check out Premiere Center For Cosmetic Surgery in Miami. Their half the price your paying and they offer in house financing. You can have old or bad credit just not have bankruptcy. 92% people are approved. They have two locations Tampa/Miami(coral gables) Florida. Ask for Melanie. Anyone can get approved they do their own financing. My procedure is only $3900 but I'm financing thru them. All I'm paying is my flight and hotel
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10 days pre

New photos from 10 days out

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