Me, but Better! Lipo of Arms, Chin, Inner thighs, Flanks and Abdomen - Toronto, ON
I have always had parts of my body that I haven't...
I have always had parts of my body that I haven't loved, but have grown to accept. Now that I'm in a position in life where I could actually afford this type of surgery and I know I'm absolutely doing this for myself and no one else... I figured why not? I'm still young (27) and just want to feel the best me possible.
I'm going to get lipo under my chin (have never liked my side profile), my arms, flanks, inner thighs and abdomen. I originally went in just for the chin, arms and thighs but decided I might as well get it all at the same time. I don't expect to lose weight at all (I know some will come off), I just want to be more sculpted and wear clothes without the bulges. I'm more on the athletic side and don't think being too skinny would actually look good on me, but I would love to wear skinny jeans and sleeveless tops in the summer!
I'm nervous, but the reviews of others and their experiences help. I'm very confident in my surgeon and will write a full review of him after the whole surgery is over. I went to three consultations and felt the most comfortable and confident with him. He was able to show me results and pictures, set up my expectations and walk me through the process. He didn't rush me at all and I liked that I actually spoke to the doctor right off the bat.
I knew what to look for and what to watch out for because of all the reviews and doctor answers on RealSelf. I definitely wanted to make sure I had a board certified surgeon. The one I have selected is Board certified in both the US and in Canada (with the Canadian equivalent).
I will have my mom come pick me up and stay with me after the surgery. She's a nurse, so I'm also feeling confident I will be well taken care of afterwards. I will update as the time draws nearer and nearer.
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Over a month away and it can't come fast enough! I...
I'm not telling anyone aside from one friend and my parents. I don't like being judged for my choices so prefer to keep it quiet. As such, I really don't have anyone to talk to about my thoughts regarding this procedure so I'm sure as surgery date approaches, I'll be on here more and more. I will post pics beforehand. I have found this site super useful and influential in my decision making so I am going to pay it forward.
Officially one month left! I'm going to post my...
My measurements are as follows:
Arms: 13"
Thigh (left): 23"
Waist at bellybutton: 31"
Hips: 35.5"
Height: 5'6" and I weight 150lbs
I won't have any pictures immediately after the procedure since I'll be with my parents, but based on everyone else's photos, I expect I'll swell up like a balloon. I am also prone to lots of bruising so I have purchased some arnica gel and pills to help.
At my first consultation (and I didn't select this doctor), the patient consultant after looking at my inner thighs also asked me "and do you have a problem with your inner knees?" to which I replied. "Should I???". I never even thought about my inner knees! Admittedly, I've been more self conscious of them since that exchange, but the doctor I selected told me he didn't notice anything wrong with my inner knees when I asked him for his opinion. Glad he didn't try to up-sell me!
My surgeon said to expect the most noticeable difference in my inner thighs and stomach. He believes he can get a good result on my arms as well. The chin liposuction will provide a subtle difference that likely only I will notice and appreciate. I am okay with that since I really am doing this for myself and not anyone else.
Very very excited and reading everyone else's reviews pumps me up/scares the c*** out of me!!! I'm not sure how I'll take the pain (although I am a martial arts blackbelt so you'd think I'd be fine) so fingers crossed. Will keep updating. Loving all the hints and tips I've taken away from this site. I'm creating a checklist of things to be prepared with!!!
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