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Near 50, Great Kids, Now my Turn! - Tucson, AZ
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My journey to a full TT is similar to many. Had...
MomofAZ2September 12, 2016
$6,500
My journey to a full TT is similar to many. Had babies, worked out endlessly, maintained a healthy weight ( of course I could stand to lose the proverbial 10, but few of us around 50 can't), tried wraps, cool sculpting, ect....to no avail. Finally, after seeing so many amazing outcomes, & weighing the pain & scar vs the confidence I will gain, I embarked on my journey.
With that said, I owe many thanks to those who've taken this journey & documented it precisely enough for this detail nerd to feel courageous & begin my own TT journey. I also need to thank my fiancé for loving me as I am, but understanding & supporting my decision to move forward with this endeavor.
Surgery is scheduled for 9/14 @ 1pm with an amazing plastic & reconstructive surgeon, Dr Sven Sandeen.
I chose Dr Sandeen without hesitation as he had performed a BA with maxoplasty after 2 lumpectomies left me extremely asymmetrical. Aside from the initial shock that I was no longer an "A" cup, I couldn't be happier with the size & shape of my "girls". Of course it doesn't hurt that I too work in the medical field & see his meticulous work first hand. Furthermore, I've always found Dr Sandeen's office staff to be professional, yet very caring- a winning combination!!
With that said, I owe many thanks to those who've taken this journey & documented it precisely enough for this detail nerd to feel courageous & begin my own TT journey. I also need to thank my fiancé for loving me as I am, but understanding & supporting my decision to move forward with this endeavor.
Surgery is scheduled for 9/14 @ 1pm with an amazing plastic & reconstructive surgeon, Dr Sven Sandeen.
I chose Dr Sandeen without hesitation as he had performed a BA with maxoplasty after 2 lumpectomies left me extremely asymmetrical. Aside from the initial shock that I was no longer an "A" cup, I couldn't be happier with the size & shape of my "girls". Of course it doesn't hurt that I too work in the medical field & see his meticulous work first hand. Furthermore, I've always found Dr Sandeen's office staff to be professional, yet very caring- a winning combination!!
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PO Day 1 I made it to the flat side!
MomofAZ2September 15, 2016
My surgery lasted 31/2 hours yesterday afternoon, & arrived how @ 6:30pm. This morning, I feel like I've been run over by a truck, but I as long as it leaves me with a flat stomach. I'm all there! The good news is that my PS was able to move enough skin that he didn't need to make a vertical scar for my old BB. That was definitely music to my ears!
Aside from that, I stepped on the scale this am to find that I gained 5# from yesterday before surgery. I have to believe it's all the IV fluid they gave me.
Aside from that, I stepped on the scale this am to find that I gained 5# from yesterday before surgery. I have to believe it's all the IV fluid they gave me.
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September 22, 2016
Of course it is all those fluids! But the longer I'm laid up healing and not working out like I'm used to, the more I think about how much fat and weight I'm gaining back sitting here waiting to heal! It's a catch 22! Have a good evening!
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1 day post
Day 2 Post op TT
MomofAZ2September 16, 2016
I'm definitely feeling post op pain this evening. I think I'm starting to go through Swel Hell as I'm experiencing a bit of swelling now through my stomach down to my girl parts. We changed my dressings but nothing on the bb. I've seen a few peeps put marbles in their bb's to keep them open...any idea when this starts? Fortunately, I've only take 2 Valume, 1 oxy, & 6 Advil. I'll take the oxy to sleep, but don't like how they make me feel. Better days are coming. :)
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September 18, 2016
once doc takes your BB stitches out and its healed. I think i started it 2.5 weeks post op.
November 6, 2016
I came hone with a marble in my belly button and now use it only at night but he said through to 3 months.
November 6, 2016
Thank you! My surgeon does not use marbles, but my BB looks a bit flat in my opinion. I wasn't sure if it was too late to start using one now, since I am six weeks out. I will give it a try.:-)
November 7, 2016
I would think yes, it would still help. My ps explained that like this - an incision scar will shrink but it's usually straight, so a round incision scar can collapse or shrink in on itself. Maybe not much but it might make a difference to you. I just know I love my bb especially after basically not seeing it for the last 20+ years!
November 6, 2016
I understand about how the medication makes you feel. I want to have a tummy tuck but I can't take the medication. I have a really bad stomach. I hope that you feel better.
November 6, 2016
Thank you. I actually only took three pills total. I don't like the way they make me feel. Given that you have a tender stomach, you would have to opt for different meds. Thank God I could take Advil. Medications will be an important topic for you to discuss with your surgeon. He I'm six weeks postop now, and I'm so glad I had this procedure.
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Sending healing blessings! You are not alone....