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28 Years Old , Brazilian Butt Lift. 137 Lbs , Lipo to Back, Stomach, and Inner Thighs - Stockton, CA

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I wanted more volume in the outer part of my butt....

Goddessinthemaking
$11,500
I wanted more volume in the outer part of my butt. So they took it from my stomach, back, and inner thighs.. everyone I talked to said they were okay in 5 days. That's not the case for me. I'm 4 weeks in and I am still in some pain.
Day 1,2,3
The worst pain I've ever felt! No joke. Get on a good regiment.
I did 1 norco every 4 hours and ibuprofen every 6 hours.
The worst pain felt like it was in my lower spine, any time I moved i wanted to get.
2nd week
Slight change, sleeping has been terrible from the begini ng because I usually sleep on my back, and I cant.. my face hurts and my boobs are sore. I haven't been able to sleep in my bed. I sleep on a body pillow on the couch on my face. The bed is too soft.
Week 3
Starting to see visual changes, which is nice. I've had major doubt.. I'm starting to get tired of this.. and so is my boyfriend ;)
Week 4
My inner thighs are still bruised. It's irritating to say the least.
My lower back is a little sore especially to touch. And my stomach can not be touched by my boyfriend at all it's just too damn sensitive. :( as well as my inner thighs.
It's frustrating to not be able to do everything I want.
Here's all the bad parts no one talks about
The garmet is so uncomfortable. The zippers hurt and my torso is short so it hurt my boobs. Then when u shrink it's even worse.
Week 3.5 I changed to some super tight spandex that went all the way up
No seams. Way better
Showering. Very difficult. I needed help getting in and out of my garmet for the first 2 weeks.
Bruising was and still is miserable!!!
The butt looks off. And probably will for a while.
And the permineant marker used on my body is still there !!! :(
I just hope it was worth it. But I guess I won't know for like 2 more months
I hope my swelling goes down. I actually feel like I look worse. But that's cause this is a brutal surgery.
Ps. I gained volume in my butt as you can see.. I think once the sensitivity is gone I'll think it's worth it. But never again!!!

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Javad Tavassoli, MD

Javad Tavassoli, MD

Board Certified General Surgeon

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July 28, 2017
You look so amazing!! Im thinking about liposuction but i'm worried about the recovery(pain). If you don't mind answering ... How did you feel immediately after waking up from surgery? On a scale of 1-10 how bad is the pain? And when were you able to maneuver on your own?
July 28, 2017
Immediately after surgery I felt stiff like super super sore as if I went to the gym for hours after not going for years. The truth is that day the following day the following day the following day so basically about 4 days in your going to be in pretty terrible pain I was able to handle it because I've had other surgeries before. But the truth is is it hurts way worse than getting my boobs done which was under the muscle. I think if I would have been told the truth as to how bad it was actually going to hurt then I may have been more mentally prepared to handle the pain like I was for my boobs. This is why I'm sharing the absolute truth with everyone I'm very happy that I got it I'm starting to feel like it's worth it my stomach's getting smaller I'm almost 5 weeks now and I am really leaning to the it's worth it but don't underestimate the pain you're going to be in and make sure that you have someone who cares about you to help you for a week or two.. feel free to ask me any other questions
July 29, 2017
Thank you! This is where I am with the situation. I'm sceduled for my procedure in Nov. so right now I'm just trying to get as much feedback as I can so that I will be mentally prepared. This is my first surgery so I have no idea what to expect and like you stated, I don't want to go in underestimating the situation and then no be mentally or physically prepared to tackle the recovery. I know there is going to be pain and everyone has different thresholds. Any tips or advice you can give me is helpful and very appreciated. I do have one last question, with pain meds is it at least somewhat more tolerable? Lol
March 27, 2018
I could move on my own but the pain was a 10.. No joke. Prepare yourself
March 27, 2018
NORCOs helped the most. And ibuprofen.. The first 4 days are miserable. Like so much crying and pain. And it's hard to sleep. But you'll get through it. Not trying to scare you, just prepare for the worst pain imaginable xoxo
June 22, 2018
Hi, would you still say that you're "not sure" if it was worth it because of the pain? How are you feeling now? Are you happy with your results? I am in Sacramento and really want this procedure, you seem very honest and I appreciate it. Do you mind giving us all an update? Thanks so much, hope you're well =)
September 25, 2023
It's 2023 and I can say NOT WORTH IT
June 27, 2018
Hi! How do you like the result so far!? I just sent across this Doc and seen some positive reviews but not so many pictures of his work... I been looking in the LA area more but I might have to consider a consult with this doctor.
September 25, 2023
not worth it
June 27, 2018
Do you have any before pic?
February 6, 2019
You look great. How many cc's were put in?
UPDATED FROM Goddessinthemaking
6 years post

2023... 2 kids later

Goddessinthemaking
I still have some bumps on my lower back. My butt is pretty much how it was before surgery except my hips are wider since I've had kids. I don't think this surgery is worth the risk and I would NOT do it again.

I highly recommend IMPLANTS if you need volume in your butt. Wish I would have done that. Buy now I'll never get a fat transfer now that I'm aware of the actual risks vs reward.
The fact that only a little bit of fat remains and over times dissipates is not worth the money.

Save your money folks. And if you got a flat booty? Excersize or do implants instead. Xoxo

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