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Over a year.. - South Portland, ME
UPDATED FROM Tucked and Happy
1 year post
Over a year- hard to believe
WORTH IT$6,700
Life seems to keep speeding on by! Its been over a year. I feel normal, my stomach no longer seems "alien" when I look at it. It is now a part of me. I am now looking forward to a BL/BA with lipo at my waist and flanks. My PS wouldn't do lipo at the same time as the TT- so I will have it done while I am under for the BL. I have yet to schedule a date, but have already had my consult.
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UPDATED FROM Tucked and Happy
3 months post
A week ago Friday I went in to have the dog ear on...
A week ago Friday I went in to have the dog ear on my left side removed. I was surprised that he was doing it so early in my recovery as I am at about 12 weeks PO. So, on the day he was running an hour and a half late. I was also scheduled for a consult for my BL and BA. He brings me into the procedure room and quickly does a numbing, and snip snip I am done- He is answering questions about the BL and BA as he does his work.
Up until this point I have been completely happy with all of my PS work. I have not once complained to him about anything. While I was trying on different sizers he came in to talk to me. I noticed in the mirror that where he had put the stiri strips from the dog ear removal there was still a substantial "shelf" and the curve on my side still wasn't natural. He told me that I "had a shelf" on the otherside too and basically gave me the attitude of "tough sh!t".
I was a little put out at this point and wasn't really feeling like giving a down payment for another procedure with this attitude he was giving me. I left their office with directions on how to "treat" the procedure site- but NO FOLLOW UP- Nothing... basically thank you for your money- we are now done.
So now its a week later, the stiri strips have fallen off.. and guess what? I still have a dog ear- oh, its further back now, but that side still looks unnatural. That side has looked unnatural from the day I got out of surgery, but I wasn't worried because I was confident that my surgeon would fix the issue and it would end up looking like the other side. It doesn't . Not even close. Now I am left feeling like some how I had too high of expectations to assume that the curves on my side would look natural. I was able to live with the high scar he left me with because I understood how bad my stretch marks were, but I am very unhappy with how he blended the procedure into my sides... My PS's office doesn't believe in doing Lipo during a TT, and now I am feeling like i will have to pay another PS to fix the Dog ear and lipo my flanks in order for me to be happy with the results. Maybe I am just being too picky??
Up until this point I have been completely happy with all of my PS work. I have not once complained to him about anything. While I was trying on different sizers he came in to talk to me. I noticed in the mirror that where he had put the stiri strips from the dog ear removal there was still a substantial "shelf" and the curve on my side still wasn't natural. He told me that I "had a shelf" on the otherside too and basically gave me the attitude of "tough sh!t".
I was a little put out at this point and wasn't really feeling like giving a down payment for another procedure with this attitude he was giving me. I left their office with directions on how to "treat" the procedure site- but NO FOLLOW UP- Nothing... basically thank you for your money- we are now done.
So now its a week later, the stiri strips have fallen off.. and guess what? I still have a dog ear- oh, its further back now, but that side still looks unnatural. That side has looked unnatural from the day I got out of surgery, but I wasn't worried because I was confident that my surgeon would fix the issue and it would end up looking like the other side. It doesn't . Not even close. Now I am left feeling like some how I had too high of expectations to assume that the curves on my side would look natural. I was able to live with the high scar he left me with because I understood how bad my stretch marks were, but I am very unhappy with how he blended the procedure into my sides... My PS's office doesn't believe in doing Lipo during a TT, and now I am feeling like i will have to pay another PS to fix the Dog ear and lipo my flanks in order for me to be happy with the results. Maybe I am just being too picky??
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March 11, 2013
Hi girl. I'm so sorry about your dog ear. Are u saying the recent pics u took are after the revision? But, you are right....it does not look natural & u are NOT being too picky.
March 11, 2013
Oh no. Don't go see another surgeon. I agree with Missy. U need to have a sit down with him. Let him know u are on Realself. And asking if he would use ur results on his website is a damn good idea. He needs to make it right & not be half ass about it. I really hate people's customer service. The deal isn't over as soon as payment is rendered. There is a relationship that should be established for REPEAT BUSINESS!!! Geez, to businesses not get that any more?
March 11, 2013
Well, I am definitely holding off on my BA/BL now. I just don't even want to attempt it until I am satisfied with my TT results.
March 11, 2013
Whoa! Your concern is completely reasonable. It is as noticeable from a distance as it is close up. Request an appointment with him and ask him point-blank how he thinks what you look like is acceptable. Ask if he is using it on his website. Is he proud of that work? Because you share your experience with all of New England
(; )). That could be scar tissue that could be massaged out, you think? I hope it gets better! Your expectations are reasonable, these results are not. Hopefully that's not final. Hope you're doing well otherwise!
March 11, 2013
Yes, I am doing well other wise thank you- I really should not complain- over all I am very happy with how things have come out- but I just have a ton of anxiety about that one area and how unsymetrical it looks with the rest of me. I also sent the photos to my PS's office and I am waiting to hear back from them. It is frustrating because I took time off to have that procedure done.. It was uncomfortable.. and now it is looking as though the issue isn't even corrected. :(
March 11, 2013
Definitely post something to the docs on this site for their opinion on how to deal with that. You should not have that bump!!
March 11, 2013
I posted, but I guess it takes a while before the site looks over your question and posts it for doctors to answer the question. :(
March 11, 2013
You are not being to picky! I am sure you may still have some swelling, but what you are seeing may still need revision. Schedule appt and let him know you want this stage complete so you may move on satisfied with your TT .
March 11, 2013
I called my PS today. The nurse wanted to schedule an appointment for me and I told her to have the doctor look at my pics first. I don't want to go into his office so he can tell me that I need to "let things settle for 3 months" before he is willing to revise it a 2nd time. I just want to know that they will be willing to fix it when the time comes. Does that make sense? lol
March 11, 2013
Yes that is a great idea. Gives him time to see your area of concern without having to make a quick decision. I am sure he can come up with a plan for resolution.
March 11, 2013
I don't think you are being picky at all! I have a spot on my one side I am not happy with but I am not as far along in recovery as you so I haven't had to have that discussion with doc. My doc also said to let it go and it will get better after a few months. Have you considered getting a consult with another PS, if you are doing a BA then maybe you could find one who would fix the side for free with it. They are free consults so it wouldn't hurt to ask. If you are not happy i def wouldn't give him more money. Just a suggestion! Good luck
UPDATED FROM Tucked and Happy
2 months post
Do you guys notice a change in your weight for the...
Do you guys notice a change in your weight for the next couple of days after working out? After my surgery my weight stayed even and steady. Now that I am working out my weight seems to keep spiking upward for a couple days after a hard work out..... OR.. am I putting on weight?? :(
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February 28, 2013
My weight (eating) seems to affect my my swelling more than swelling effecting my weight, does that make sense? I basically need to step away from the table and spend more time at the gym. Even a few pounds shows now on my new tummy.
February 28, 2013
That is just it, it doesn't show on my tummy-front that is- but seems i notice in on my flanks.. or they just stand out now that the extra skin is gone from the front. It is 5lbs. :( I am now at the weight I was at before surgery. I would have just prefered to stay at the new lower weight. Yes, now that I am back to working out I find myself ravenous and always needing/wanting to feed my face.. it puts me in a panic! :(
February 28, 2013
Oh, I am so with you. Having this surgery in the winter, short days, decreased activity, etc. I am going to loose 8 pounds before my next ps visit in April. Knowing I need to get naked in front of this guy is motivating, I have post pictures this visit.
February 28, 2013
Haven't had my TT yet, but maybe it is muscle you are building? Muscle always weighs more than fat. Thanks for the information!
March 1, 2013
I thought about that, but 5lbs of muscle in a week would be wishful only :). You are welcome! Glad I could assist :)
March 1, 2013
Oh its the thorn in my side right now. The short of it is yes, swelling causes weight gain. =(
March 1, 2013
Yeah, I'm seeing that- my weight is down 3lbs from yesterday- I was so swollen last night after martial arts- a lot more demand than my weights or cardio in the gym.
March 3, 2013
I am having a full TT and a BA by Dr. Vaughn on Tuesday. It is nice to read about someone who has the same doctor. You look amazing! Thank you for sharing.
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