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BBL with Dr. Hegg - San Leandro, CA

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Finally did the procedure. I'm 2 days post op and...

tialynnSeptember 30, 2012
WORTH IT$5,000

Finally did the procedure. I'm 2 days post op and recovery has been tough. Everyone is different, but let me tell you that for me, this was a major procedure and not one to be taken lightly. I am still nauseous from anesthesia and extremely sore/tender. Will definitely post before/ after photos and do a full review. One thing for sure, I can't say enough good things about Dr. Hegg. He's not your average surgeon. Not only are his credentials top notch, he is genuinely kind and patient. I haven't taken off my garment yet but I can already see the hourglass shape. Tonight will be my first shower so I'll see it all then.

tialynn's provider

Stanley Hegg, MD (in memoriam)

Stanley Hegg, MD (in memoriam)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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RitFat13
September 30, 2012
Congrats on ur new booty Hun. Take it easy and pls can u upload pics. Take your time and I hope u heel well and welcome to RS ;)
tialynn
October 1, 2012
Thanks. Today was another day of sleep. I think I'm slower than average in healing because I'm still nauseous!! My bruising is horrific and hard to look at. I'm still staying in a hotel within the area but will beer turning to LA on Monday. Nervous about the flight home. Pain seems slightly better today but I still have to hunch over to walk. Oh and the no sitting thing, sucks royally!!!
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RitFat13
October 1, 2012
Damn. I have muy bbl on Wednesday I'm thinking about sitting. Lol is something that we do every day. Try to use a boppy pillow on the airplane that will help you. The nauseous feeling is normal but I'm afraid of getting worse on the airplane so I suggest to have a bag with u just in case Hun. And don't worry about others around u. U will get better soon. It will heal slow but it will. Relax and keep us posting good luck Hun ;)
tialynn
October 2, 2012
Thanks everyone for the kind words. I swear I've been couped up in this hotel for the last 4 days, sick as hell AND sore all over! You start to lose hope and wonder why the hell You put yourself through this torture...all for what?? A nicer behind?? Then you start feeling selfish and silly to have spent all that money ..sorry I'm a little discouraged right now. I can only hope day 5 is better. If not, we'll need to delay our flight home one day. Yes a bag is a must have on the plane, thanks RitFat13. I just can't seem to shake this nausea. Ugh.
Nalgona7
October 2, 2012
Same thing happened to me, I noticed the depressive state a mind is a trend. Hang in there.
tialynn
October 2, 2012
Nalgona7, how are you? Last I saw your post you were disappointed with the size. Has your bum stabilized, and do you feel OK with it?
Nalgona7
October 2, 2012
It's better than before but not as big as I would have liked. I'm working on my abs. I've been wearing my garment and as soon as I take it off, I feel bloated. I'm checking in with him this week and I'm going to ask him about round two. I'm going to ask him if its going to fluff out. I can't post pix s otherwise, I'd let you see for yourself. Lol.
tialynn
October 2, 2012
By the way I figured out a way to lay on my back without sacrificing the bum. My hotel has one of those leather ottoman, so i used it to support the lower half of body while my upper is supported by the couch. Basically you leave a gap between the couch and ottoman for your bum to sort of hang. It sounds awkward but believe me it is SO comfortable!! I wish I would have figured this out on day 1. My lower back has been killing me due to sleeping on my stomach every night. This new method has allowed me to relieve pressure on both my back and especially my swollen tummy from the lipo. I actually watched an entire movie in that position tonight. Of course, getting up from it is a bit tricky but manageable.
tialynn
October 2, 2012
Glad you're feeling better. How much would you say your bum went down since day 1? If you had to estimate, would you say 30 or 40%? I'm wondering because I feel too big now and would like to know what to expect.
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RitFat13
October 2, 2012
Take it easy Hun. Remember is not only u. I hate the nauseous thing I been on that with my 3 pregnancies :/ and it'll come again tomorrow!! Damn that's not nice but think on the good way.... Is not only me so girl face up Hun that's hormone wont stop u. Ok hugs ;)
tialynn
October 3, 2012
I'll keep you in my thoughts tomorrow RitFat13! I hope the surgery goes smoothly and they can give you something to ease the nausea afterwards. They gave me zofran but apparently not enough. I took zofran for morning sickness and it did help. Are you going to Dr. Hegg also?
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RitFat13
October 3, 2012
Tialynn. Hi Hun. That gave me something for the nausea already for 3 days. My bbl is with Dr Laserna I didn't wanted to go out of city. Ty Hun ill keep in touch with u. Good night my bbl is at 8:00 so I need some rest ;)
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Elizzy
October 1, 2012
Such a great review so far. Thanks for letting us know. I hope you have a speedy recovery!
tialynn
October 2, 2012
Thank you thank you!!
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missmiami
October 1, 2012
Yes recovery is tough. I am a little over a week postop and feel like crap
SeeItFromTheFrontBack
October 2, 2012
Speedy recovery. I had a consult with him and i am really considering. i have one more to go to near me in CO tomorrow and hopefully i have done enough research. Please post pics ASAP. For some reason not many people post pics for him.
tialynn
October 2, 2012
I should have included in my summary, I'm very petite and went into surgery at 117 pounds. My gol was to achieve a subtle enhancement and sculpting and not a "shelf" booty that most want. I do plan on posting pics, but wanted to give a heads up that my before and after isn't going to be dramatic. Despite that, I still want to share my journey because the surgery is the same big or small, and of course for those petite ladies out there looking for the same result.
Buttappeal
October 4, 2012
Feel better soon. Would love to see your before/after photos. How many cc of fat did you have injected in each cheek? I think we have similar built. I am also petite - 5' tall and 100 lbs. I am scheduled with Dr. Hegg in Nov but afraid I might not have enough fat for a good result.
tialynn
October 4, 2012
I promise photos will be up as soon as I feel human again. I'm a little concerned that I'm still nauseous as its been a week since the surgery. I think it might be that my garment is too small. I ordered a bigger size via overnight shipping yesterday so I'm just waiting for that to arrive. Have you had your consultation with Dr. Hegg? You might be OK if you just want a slight enhancement of volume like me. He put 500 cc's in each cheek. Right now I do feel too big, which is a good thing because it will go down. He was afraid I'd be disappointed, but so far I'm very happy with the result. My shape has definitely improved which was a big thing for me. Going into surgery at 117 pounds, I was realistic about how the amount of cc's. 500 was the exact number I had in mind.
Buttappeal
October 5, 2012
Thanks. Look forward to seeing your beautiful result soon. Take care. Hope the new garment will bring your some relief
Buttappeal
October 10, 2012
How are you feeling? Hope your recovery is going well
wish4booty
October 12, 2012
Hi Tialynn, hope you are doing well :) I am so interested in seeing your results. Please please post pics. I will be getting my BBL with Hegg in Nov. I am worried though that he is too conservative. How did he sculpt the rest of your body. Thanks!!!
tialynn
October 16, 2012
I'm pretty happy with the way he sculpted my waist. He added some fat to my hips which improved my overall shape. Now I have some curves! It's not drastic, but I was a pencil before so I'm very happy. I'll post pics tomorrow. I'm so sorry for the delay!
SeeItFromTheFrontBack
October 17, 2012
Glad to here that! Was a little worried about u. glad ur okay!
Buttappeal
October 17, 2012
I'm sooo glad to hear you are okay and feeling better. Can't wait to see your pics tomorrow. Take care
Buttappeal
October 29, 2012
Hey Tialynn, how are you doing? Are you still satisfied with your result? How much volume have you lost? I know it is hard to find time when you have kids but please update if you can
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Day 20 I'm still very tight and tender Around...

tialynnOctober 16, 2012
Day 20
I'm still very tight and tender Around waist and tummy area where dr. Hegg lipo'd. He was aggressive just as I asked him to, so I imagine this tightness will linger for awhile. I've been giving myself light massages over the hard lumps but not sure how much that is helping. I sized down on my garment, which is a good sign that the swelling is going down. My waist is going down too, which is very exciting. My only complaint right now is the swelling around the pubic area! Can't wait for that part to go down. Dr. Hegg mentioned I had a lot of fat there. I started sitting on my butt on day 17 but have been very careful not to sit for too long. There are still hard spots on both cheeks but they seem to get softer and more natural feeling each day. I am lagging on photos. Having three kids, it's so hard to find free time.

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wnt2shine
October 23, 2012
How are you doin? Plz update :)
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HawaiianIslandBackside
January 13, 2013
Hello hun.. Thanks for the review.. Can you post pics please?
baby6
February 6, 2013
When you made an appt for consult, did they give you one or were you put on a waiting list? How are you feeling?
Newmeeeeee
March 11, 2013
Pics please :)
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