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Finally Getting my Tummy Tuck! - Round Rock, TX
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Hello RS people, I am a 31 year old mom of 3 and...
IBthewifeyFebruary 23, 2016
WORTH IT$9,000
Hello RS people, I am a 31 year old mom of 3 and am finally getting a tummy tuck with liposuction. My husband was tired of me talking about it and told me to please just get it done so I am thankful he is supportive. Anyway, I met with Dr Mahlon Kerr on February 1st for my consultation. I went through the RS website and Vlasta, the patient coordinator, responded immediately. She was friendly on the phone and my consultation was scheduled two weeks out from the phone call. I went to the Round Rock location and the office looked clean. The receptionist was very busy but I was greeted by someone else who checked me in. I waited about 10 to 15 minutes before talking to Dr Kerr. As others have said the consultation with him moves pretty fast, but at the same time it is very informative. He pretty much covers everything and answers possible questions a person may ask. He does ask you if you have questions but he pretty much covers it during his brief on the surgery.
Next, I went into a small room next to his office and took everything but my underwear off. There was a small robe to put on. Dr Kerr and Vlasta were in the room and that's when I asked about liposuction of my bra roll. He does the tummy tuck with lipo to the "muffin top" but I added the bra roll. On my paper it says upper and lower hips.
Afterwards, Vlasta and I went into the next room and we set the date and I paid a $700 deposit to reserve my date on the 17th of March. She said I have to pay the rest two weeks prior to my surgery date which will be at my pre op appointment on the 29th.
I am really excited about my surgery. I've been waiting so long for this. At times I feel a bit selfish, but as long as my husband is supportive, I am confident in my decision about doing this for me. I know I wrote a lot but I will try and be detailed as possible and continue to update my RS people during my journey.
Next, I went into a small room next to his office and took everything but my underwear off. There was a small robe to put on. Dr Kerr and Vlasta were in the room and that's when I asked about liposuction of my bra roll. He does the tummy tuck with lipo to the "muffin top" but I added the bra roll. On my paper it says upper and lower hips.
Afterwards, Vlasta and I went into the next room and we set the date and I paid a $700 deposit to reserve my date on the 17th of March. She said I have to pay the rest two weeks prior to my surgery date which will be at my pre op appointment on the 29th.
I am really excited about my surgery. I've been waiting so long for this. At times I feel a bit selfish, but as long as my husband is supportive, I am confident in my decision about doing this for me. I know I wrote a lot but I will try and be detailed as possible and continue to update my RS people during my journey.
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UPDATED FROM IBthewifey
14 days pre
Almost two more weeks!
IBthewifeyMarch 3, 2016
I went to my pre op appointment on Monday and was greeted immediately by the receptionist. She gave me a card with my post op appointment and told me Ali would call me to let me know what time to come in on the day of my surgery. I went into a room and was given information I will need to know to prepare for the surgery. I forgot the name of the nurse who I was speaking with but she was really nice. I was told to get undressed and put on some paper underwear and dress. She took some photos and Dr Kerr came in and told me where my scar would be and asked if I had any questions. So it was pretty quick, I like how they cover everything so you don't really have many questions to ask. I paid my balance so in a couple more weeks I will be a new woman! Although I'm sure I will not love the pain afterwards! The nurse did recommend taking Arnica about a week prior to my surgery as well as a multi vitamin. I already filled my prescriptions just need to order the Arnica.
I am just really nervous and excited at the same time. My mother of course doesn't think I should do it so she starts to tell me she will pray for me. I am pretty confident in Dr Kerr's skills and I'm sure I will be fine.
I do have a question, what was comfortable clothing for after surgery? Anyway, will continue to keep everyone updated, it hasn't hit me yet but I know it will soon!
I am just really nervous and excited at the same time. My mother of course doesn't think I should do it so she starts to tell me she will pray for me. I am pretty confident in Dr Kerr's skills and I'm sure I will be fine.
I do have a question, what was comfortable clothing for after surgery? Anyway, will continue to keep everyone updated, it hasn't hit me yet but I know it will soon!
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March 3, 2016
Big decision! I have some recommendations:
1. Walker
2. Recliner (rent a center approx $100 month
3. Arnica
4. Bromelain
5. Vitamin C 500-1000 mg prior and after.
6. After surgery ginger,and cayenne to prevent blood clots and help with swelling.
7. Probiotic to replenish gut bacteria. Take after you've completely finished your
antibiotics.
8. Extra strength Tylenol to take after day 3 or 4 instead of prescription pain killers.
9. Glycerine suppositories from Walgreens. (Helps with first bowel movement)
10. Comfy pajama sets with button front tops
11. You might not be hungry the first few days so premade green juice or healthy protein shakes are good options plus it gives the digestive system a break allowing the body to focus on healing rather than digestion. Once your appetite returns take it as a very good sign that your body is healing .
12. Beware that you may get a migraine or a very bad headache afterwards. Not sure the cause but take a Tylenol and drink water and hopefully you will detox what's causing the headaches.
13. Address your nutritional deficiencies.
From my personal experience the tummy tuck incision area does not hurt at all what hurts and feels uncomfortable is muscle repair and Lipo.
Recommendations sources are from other RS and from my personal journey. Hope this list helps!!
1. Walker
2. Recliner (rent a center approx $100 month
3. Arnica
4. Bromelain
5. Vitamin C 500-1000 mg prior and after.
6. After surgery ginger,and cayenne to prevent blood clots and help with swelling.
7. Probiotic to replenish gut bacteria. Take after you've completely finished your
antibiotics.
8. Extra strength Tylenol to take after day 3 or 4 instead of prescription pain killers.
9. Glycerine suppositories from Walgreens. (Helps with first bowel movement)
10. Comfy pajama sets with button front tops
11. You might not be hungry the first few days so premade green juice or healthy protein shakes are good options plus it gives the digestive system a break allowing the body to focus on healing rather than digestion. Once your appetite returns take it as a very good sign that your body is healing .
12. Beware that you may get a migraine or a very bad headache afterwards. Not sure the cause but take a Tylenol and drink water and hopefully you will detox what's causing the headaches.
13. Address your nutritional deficiencies.
From my personal experience the tummy tuck incision area does not hurt at all what hurts and feels uncomfortable is muscle repair and Lipo.
Recommendations sources are from other RS and from my personal journey. Hope this list helps!!
March 3, 2016
Thank you so much for this list, I was starting to wonder about the sleep situation so I need to see about renting a recliner for sure. I am also thinking about the car ride home, I hope it isnt too bad.
UPDATED FROM IBthewifey
2 days pre
Days away from a flat tummy!
IBthewifeyMarch 15, 2016
Last Thursday I got a call from Ali. She gave me my time for 6 am this Thursday. I was so worried about getting my period on the day of my surgery but luckily I got it a few days ago so I won't have to deal with that mess! Other than that, I think I am ready. I went off the list someone posted in the comments. My mom is letting me borrow an extra walker she has and I just have to rent a recliner. Hopefully I still have time to have one delivered and if not, I will just use pillows. Although my mom thinks I shouldn't go through with surgery, she is watching the kids for a few days and making me chicken soup for those first few days. So at least she is being supportive in a different way. Anyway, I will keep everyone posted and if there is anymore advice out there to help me prep or for recovery please post it in the comments!
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