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DEPRESSED!!with Dr Pantoja. June 17th Tijuana - Mexico, MX

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Hello RS Dolls, I was not going to write a review...

latinamommy
$3,800
Hello RS Dolls, I was not going to write a review until after my surgery which is on June 17, 2015!! I went to see Dr. Pantoja on April 18 and let me tell you I got there before my appointment like at 9. My appointment wasn't until 11 yet I was the first one to be seen. That was so nice of them, bc mind you they had 3 other girls there after I arrived that most likely had appointments before me. Two of them were for consults and 1 was there for a post op. I just kept observing and overhearing their convo as much as possible bc im curious to see what they are saying related to the surgery. I finally decided to asked what she got done and she told me both had done surgery and her friends surgery was recent so she was there for post op. I just wish the girl with the post op had a tighter dress so I could see. Anyways, my bf said he could see nice curves on her regardless if the dress was loose lol. She did look hot! Well I finally got to meet Dr. P and I was ready with my list of so many questions for him. Dr P. was really informative and made me feel so comfortable about this whole procedure. He told me to "relax" bc I overthink things a lot and he said that's not good! I'm such a baby for pain I wanted to know what kinds of pain meds I would be given n he confirmed that they do give pain meds but not as strong as the ones here in the US. He assured me I would be fine and to stop thinking about "pain" He really listened to all my questions and answered all of them. I think he's a really nice person and genuinely cares for the well being of all his patients. Since I have breast implants (old) he said that I had to get cleared for that first so he referred me to get it done in same bldg. Off I went to get the ultrasound done on them and everything looked good! Tomorrow, im going to be paying the $500.00 deposit :) I honestly can't wait and pray all goes well and finally have the behind I've been wanting for so MANY yrs!! And the receptionist is really nice as well she speaks English. I speak Spanish but sometimes I can't communicate as effectively as I do in English. weird but idk. I have to start getting ready and buying stuff I might need so please feel free to leave a message on what to do or what not to do before.? What not to buy? I keep reading all these reviews and honestly i learn something new from each post so thank you dolls. I'm just so excited!!!

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April 23, 2015
I just booked for Oct 15, I wish I could do it sooner!! I'll follow your journey..
April 23, 2015
That's awesome!! Did you see dr p already? Thanks for following me.
April 23, 2015
Girl way to go on your weightloss journey!!! You look.really HOT! I cant wait to see your results:)
April 24, 2015
Hey I had my surgery 2 1/2 months ago the whole process was amazing from doctor to staff I everyone was so nice and by best experience ever went home next day didn't really feel pain till day number 3 pain was tolerable. As for results I'm still swollen so not quite there yet but I must say everywhere I go I'm getting compliments everyone is telling me how good I look even with the swelling so I can just imagine what ima look like a month from now then I will rate his work but so far I say a 4 star will re rate a month from now when I see my final results
April 24, 2015
Ohh wow!!! IM really excited and started buying my stuff here n there.. did u stay at a recovery home? CCan't wait to see your results.
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April 25, 2015
I will be having my surgery the same day with campos!!
April 25, 2015
Wow!!!! Are you serious?? When do you arrive in tj? I'm going a day early. Maybe we can meet up lol..
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May 7, 2015
I will be there around 6am leaving that same morning I work the day before.. I'm taking my husband but he might go back the same day he has school.. Where r u staying at?
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May 8, 2015
I am having surgery on June 26th with Dr. Pantoja. I am so excited, girl we will be looking fab for the summer. I will start documenting my journey soon. Please post pictures, your post made me want to start posting too. Good luck!
May 8, 2015
thank you....Hell yeah we gona be summa fine pantoja sister.. you look really good already! ! Can't wait t o see ur results.. our suregries are so close too!! Keep us posted on ur first review. Ill be following :)
May 17, 2015
mine is on June 22nd with Dr Pantoja. I'm so excited!!! I can't to see everyone's results
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May 19, 2015
How exciting am think u should start buying ur things now so it's not so much on u all at once ur time is going to fly by I know mine is
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May 22, 2015
I've just started following you girl! Good luck with your procedure!
May 22, 2015
Thank you!! Less than a month away!!
May 19, 2015
Hi lady I would suggest waiting at least 2 days before u make up your mind. The first 24 hours after sx u still have relief from the anesthesia so u will think ur fine lol thats what happened to me im so glad Im staying in the recovery house. Im excited for u :)
May 19, 2015
thank you @icescream20 but I have to come back home and have someone help me here bc my bf works and he rarely gets days off. I have a baby at home and we don't trust no one to watch her :( so I have no choice but to come home.. I praying all will go well.
May 19, 2015
Ooh ok make sure u have lots of pillows :) ill pray for you too
May 19, 2015
thank you very much. I appreciate it.
UPDATED FROM latinamommy
2 months pre

Recovery Home or Not? Pleas Help Me

latinamommy

my surgery is on June 17 and my bf got those days approved, the reason he might not be able to come w me is bc of childcare. 

We have a baby and it's really hard to find someone we can trust to watch over her. Basically looks like no one will be able to watch her :( I'm debating on what should I do either stay at a recovery home or go home since he will be home and have him help me recover? we live 3 hrs away from Tijuana. Please ladies what are you thoughts? should I go do the surgery alone n stay at a recovery home or come home n have him help me? I appreciate all your comments and suggestions.

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April 22, 2015
Please update us on how you proceed with your aftercare, when you get to that point. I'm about 4 hours away and am trying to be as organized as possible prior to scheduling any procedure. My date is not yet planned but it will be about a year out. I've only read of one other person who traveled back and forth but she was only 45 min away. Thanks for posting, look forward to seeing your amazing post op pics!
April 22, 2015
Thank you for commenting :) I will definitely be posting an update. Also pls share any stuff you buy prior to your surgery.. Are you going with dr Pantoja as well?
April 24, 2015
Yes I plan on using Pantoja. So far his reviews are great.
April 24, 2015
@yoangmac. Oh yes really LOVE hos work.. I wana come out looking w a nice round ass..BIG one that is!
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April 23, 2015
No recovery home save the money n go home I would
April 23, 2015
@mznewbootie. As of yesterday, I have no other choice but to come home :( by bf got a promotion n can't take any days off.. I will go to Tijuana alone a day before surgery.. I will also start looking for someone that can help me recover at home.. your lucky your bf will be stayimg with you.
April 23, 2015
*you're
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April 24, 2015
I know what you mean it's hard but yes I think u will be better off getting someone to help you out in you're own home
April 24, 2015
Well let the countdown begin!!
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April 24, 2015
8 can wait for yours mine it's 6/4/15 if everything goes as planned and God permits it
April 24, 2015
Yay!! That's right God willing all will go well with our surgeries.. I can't wait tho!!
April 25, 2015
When I have my first tummy tuck I was hear in denver &my husband & daughters help me with everything they help me with showers
May 8, 2015
How long did it take u to recover? Like when were you able yo shower on your own n stuff? I'm only doing the bbl no tummy tuck
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May 22, 2015
God willing we will ALL have have great surgeries and healthy and fast recovery!!
May 22, 2015
That's all that I want :) and dios quire asi sera!
April 24, 2015
Go home you are really close don't spend money in recovery houses if your husband is going to be home
April 24, 2015
Yes, I have no choice but to come hm :(
April 25, 2015
go home. your close
April 25, 2015
Yes I will have to come home bc my bf got a promotion n he cannot stay n care for me or my lil girl. Now, I will have to look for someone to come help me while he's at work :( I know it will all work out! !
April 25, 2015
I'm sorry, I must be blind but I can not see what kind of surgery you are having. If you are having a Tummy tuck I suggest YES to a recovery home. Since you will be in the hospital for 2 nights I would say at least 3 days in a recovery home. Your BF will have enough on his hands with childcare, little down looking after you PROPERLY.
April 25, 2015
Hello, I'm having a brazillian but lift (bbl).. yes for sure I'm gona need someone to help me out .
UPDATED FROM latinamommy
1 month pre

1 month away!!

latinamommy
omg 1 more month!!! i'm sure this month is going to fly!!! ladies what is a must to have for bbl? pls give your advice I greatly appreciate it.. I will be having surgery on June 17, with Dr. Pantoja, I will be coming back home next day :( I live three hrs away so I really need help on what is a must for care while at home. or any advice you guys might have? thanks a lot ladies. I read and learn a lot from every post I read. help a sista out lol :)

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May 18, 2015
We are almost there it will fly by u will see
May 18, 2015
Yes, chica I can't wait :)
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May 18, 2015
I know, ladies I think about it everyday!
May 19, 2015
@ABR when is your surgery? are you going with dr Pantoja too?
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May 19, 2015
Yes! Dr. P I am having my surgery June 26th.
May 19, 2015
That's awesome!! I can't wait :)
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May 19, 2015
Me too. I finally started my review. 36 days pre-op
May 19, 2015
Are u only getting a bbl? If so I suggest a good neck pillow I bought one at bed bath and beyond and its great all the nurses here give me compliments on it
May 19, 2015
yes bbl :) im anxiously waiting lol. thank you will look into one for sure!!
May 19, 2015
hope your recovery is going good.. pls keep us posted with pictures when you get a chance.. thank you.
May 19, 2015
Yes girl i will i updated with pics a couple hours ago :)
May 19, 2015
please post pics!!!(: before and after
May 19, 2015
awsome!!(: I want to book with him as well soon, I emailed and talked with them but I did'nt ask if they were gonna be booked up for months!!! was june 17 the soonest he could see you for the surgery?!!! Or did you ask that date? I'm almost done saving for the surgery, that's why I didn't ask him his availability, LOL
May 19, 2015
I went to see him April 18th and the soonest date was June 17 :) and it worked pwrfectly for me.. give em a call n book ur date accordingly.
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May 19, 2015
You can always put down your deposit to secure your date.
May 20, 2015
omg....I never locked a date. I hope I dont have to wait months now. ughhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
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May 21, 2015
Girl, get on that asap. You want that thang big and your body right for the summer!
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May 22, 2015
Hey Chica! Check out by page i listed some links to some BBL pillows essential to a good recovery! I will also be creating a lounge chair and cut a hole in it so my booty can hang out while I sit, since i will also be having a Breast Augmentation. :)
May 22, 2015
can you please give details on what kind of chair you would be buying? because if I cut a whole I don't want it to rip when I sit lol!!! I read a review that said she cut a whole and when she sat down that [RS bleep] ripped lol..
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June 1, 2015
OMG! can you imagine! LoL... ok let me see how to describe the kind of fabric that wont tear easily.. ill post it as soon as i find out!
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June 1, 2015
here you go!! http://www.walmart.com/ip/Ozark-Trail-Folding-Chair/21063201
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June 1, 2015
and another... higher price but i bet better quality http://www.walmart.com/ip/Ozark-Trail-Ultra-Chair-Gray-Black/24034110
June 15, 2015
im on it!!! thank you very much.. I have two more days to buy last minute things!!! yikes!!! just when I thought I bought everything :(
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May 22, 2015
Get a BBL recovery pillow girl! This is a MUST!! Google BBL Pillow Or Booty Buddy! Also your hubby can get you a lawn chair and cut a hole in it for you so oh can sit and relax while putting no pressure on the booty!
May 22, 2015
yes I for sure going to get one of those!! the booty pillow. I was also thinking on the yoga half roller or full roller they sell those at target! I sat down on one and it really works!
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June 1, 2015
Yes! where do you live? I also live about 3 hrs from TJ in LA. I figure i should stay in TJ for at least the first 72 hrs of the procedure Just to be on the safe side and GOD FORBID anything happens i need to see Dr. P immediately. Also, so as to not abe a pain for my hunny and 3 yr old i am thinking of just taking the Amtrak to SD and staying the night there so i can be picked up in the morning from Dr. P's office the day of the procedure. This is how i have planned it out, hopefully God will allow it to happen :)
June 15, 2015
I live here in LA also :) chica do you know if the Amtrak leaves you right in the border? pls private message me so I can give you my nbr and we can talk or text. Im also going alone and have to take the Amtrak but have no clue where to board :(