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Yikes! 6 Day Countdown Already! 53 Years (Not Old, Just Mature). Lol! Getting Avelar TT and BR and BL - Tampa, FL
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Hello! I am so glad I found this sight and wish I would have found it earlier. I went to my PS about 2 1/2 weeks ago for a consult for breast revision and lift. I had my breasts implants and lift done 15 years ago and things were just not looking good anymore. Since I had a hysterectomy about 3 years ago, I just felt that the shape of my body has significantly changed....mostly in my belly area. So while there for a consult for my breasts, I decided at the last minute to ask about lipo for my tummy too. He said I would need to get a tummy tuck with the lipo or I would end up lumpy and with extra sagging skin and wouldn't be happy with the results. So, of course, I immediately agreed and am now 6 days pre-op! I have never especially loved my torso shape, as I am fairly straight, with not much curve in the waist. (My daughter says my tummy is box shaped). Haha! :(. So the thought of having a little more of a hourglass is very appealing to me. I'm so glad that I only had to wait this 2 1/2 weeks between my 1st consult and the actual surgery, as I am VERY nervous and can't think about much else. I would love to hear from anyone about what to expect regarding the pain and recovery. My doctors assistant indicated that the lipo causes more "discomfort" than the TT. THE Avelar TT does not involve muscle repair or drains, so it's supposedly a little easier recovery?.....I hope so! I'd love to hear from anyone who is, or has already gone through some of this stuff. My husband is so sweet and supportive and such a positive thinker.....but I am really excited and very nervous! I will share some pictures soon!
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September 10, 2016
Hi ...Im also a 54 yr young ;) Glamma ....im also pre op my OP is scheduled for 15th. of october....
im terrible nervous of the healing process after as 7 weeks after the OP were off to NY ...and it will be anything but relaxing as were meeting friends and have a full program booked from early morning to late night with alot of walking....im not nervous about the OP itself.
I will have to google Avelar TT.....I havent heard of it.
I wish you all the best on your big day :) and i will be following you :)
Cant wait to see all of your result
September 11, 2016
It's so great to hear I'm not the only one our age still wanting to have a mommy makeover! And I really don't feel like I'm in my 50's at all! I will be 1 month ahead of you so we will have to stay in touch and see how we each progress! I'd have to think that 7 weeks post-op you would be able to handle your trip to NY....My doctor told me that I will be able to stay (very lightly) working out after 2 weeks! I'm not sure I believe that, but I'm hoping he's right! Let me know what you find when google the Avelar TT! I think I'm going to call my doctors office and talk to his assistant Monday morning and get some reassurance....I'm really getting anxious! Keep you posted as to my progress and what I find out at the doctors office Monday! Good luck with your surgery on the 15th of October....15 is going to be our lucky number! :)))))
UPDATED FROM Sagsbegone
4 days pre
5 more days to go!
I wish I could just blink my eyes and I'd wake up and it would all be done! It's very hard to concentrate on anything right now because all I can think about is my upcoming surgery. I feel very unclear about what to expect. I pretty much know what the Breast implants will feel like from past experience. But I've been reading so much about the pain associated with the tummy tuck, but my procedure is a little different from the regular ones. No muscle work is being done which I've been told is mostly what causes a majority of the pain. However, then I'm adding the liposuction, so....I just don't really know what to expect. Earlier this week I was reading that the tt isn't as bad as having a hysterectomy (which I've had) or C-sections (I've had 2). Then last night I was on the forum and a couple people said the tt is much worse than both the hysterectomy and c-sections! I wish I wouldn't have read that! My doctor suggested I should stop reading, but it's hard for me to stop! I just want to be as mentally prepare as possible! And I just have to keep reminding myself of how awesome the results will be once it's all over! I took a couple more pictures today to remind myself how awful that roll that hangs over my jeans looks (and feels). That's my inspiration! Along with seeing all the before/after photos posted on Realself!
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September 12, 2016
BTW. Happy Birthday :) Yes keep reminding yourself of the end result...me to am worried about the pain after reading all the posts...and im thinking of rescheduling my TT and just have my BA done as 7 weeks after were off to NY and from what im reading some of the people feel still exhausted after a full day work in week 8 ....This will be ones in a lifetime trip for us and we are jam pack full with itenanray....Ohhhh im so at loss....
will you be getting drains????
I cant wait to see your results you will look amazing you already do but it will be even more amazing ...all the best think end results x
September 13, 2016
No drains for me....,unless the plans change for some reason during my surgery! I thought about doing the procedures separately too, but I didn't think that once I recovered from one surgery, I'd really go back for the next! I'm hoping that the procedure I'm having (Avelar tummy tuck) is really an easier recovery than a regular one like my ps said! You have to do what you are comfortable with and what's right for you! I've been procrastinating for a couple years as it is, so doing it twice isn't that realistic for me! I will keep you posted as to how it goes! Good luck! .....and thank you for the bday wishes!
September 13, 2016
Just curious @ageisjustanumber....why Thailand? Do you live there or are you traveling there for your surgery?
September 14, 2016
You sound like me, reading and reading and just trying to be prepared. I'm on day 6 po and it hasn't been bad. Day 3 was a little rough as I felt trapped in the recliner and so dependent on my hubby. But the next day was better. Every day I have more energy, more movement/activity, less naps etc. I only took my Percocet before bedtime the past two nights otherwise it's just been Tylenol. I don't even plan on taking it today at all and I'm almost walking upright. Just remember, everyone's pain tolerance is different. My back hurts more than the TT area, but I did have a pain pump that lasted until the morning of day 4 po. Coughing and laughing aren't fun, I haven't sneezed but I imagine it would hurt too. I learned a trick to keep you from sneezing so I used that the only time I felt one coming on.
September 18, 2016
What is the trick to keep you from sneezing?? Is love to know that! I'm sneezing a few times a day and brace myself for it, buts it's no fun with full TT recovery going on.
September 18, 2016
I read to press your tongue against the back of your top teeth. The couple of times I needed to sneeze it worked. The first time I didn't think it would, but I kept pressing harder and it worked.
Thanks for sharing your story with this community. I hope you find everything you need here to feel ready and prepared for your surgery. Let us know how we can help!