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Tummy Tuck with Dr. Gill

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Tummy Tuck

MYJOURNEY2HAPPYJune 17, 2020
WORTH IT$13,000
I have wanted this done for 10 years but was worried about regretting it, the outcome, how my belly button would look, was I choosing the right doctor, etc. I also beat myself up thinking I should workout harder and just do it naturally. I was pretty active and knew it was so hard to get rid of my tummy and the last thing my body wanted to lose. I write this to inspire those that waited like me. I'm only on day two, but couldn't be happier. I know the recovery hasn't happened and a lot could happen with my scar but my surgeon did amazing so far and I'm so thankful I chose him. I plan to get the siligen sphere for my belly button and plan to wear the sheets religously once I'm allowed. I'm 5'6, 160 lbs. I did an extended tummy tuck with lipo 360. Dr.Gill -The Woodlands,TX

MYJOURNEY2HAPPY's provider

Paul Gill, MD

Paul Gill, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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nhspooks
June 18, 2020
Check out that belly button!!! You look great!
MYJOURNEY2HAPPY
June 18, 2020
Thank you! I am extremely happy with my BB and how low my scar is!
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Ready20201
June 18, 2020
Congratulations, you look amazing!
MYJOURNEY2HAPPY
June 18, 2020
Thank you!
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SraTA
June 18, 2020
Welcome to the flat side! You look great!
MYJOURNEY2HAPPY
June 18, 2020
Thank you! I wish I wouldn't have waited so long!
Ageinreverse
June 18, 2020
Omg you look incredible!!!!!!!!!!! Mine I in 4 weeks!!! I'm nervous but this is so motivating!!!!!! Do you have any must-haves/tips/tricks for after surgery?!
MYJOURNEY2HAPPY
June 19, 2020
Thank you! If you chose Dr. Gill just trust him and let him do his magic. I was so nervous and probably asked more questions than any patient he's ever had and was probably annoying, haha. I researched this to death. I have an adjustable bed which has been a lifesaver. You will need that or an electric recliner. I would also recommend a shower stool. Do everything they say and listen to your body. I highly recommend walking as much as you can (while staying slouched to protect your scars and not stretch anything). I also recommend trying to get to Tylenol sooner than later and off your meds as tolerable. Oh, and get the depends they recommend, they're amazing and great for if your drains leak! I really like my stretchy strapless dresses the best so I can pull them up/ down if needed. I think the eating healthy and proper supplementation is vital to recovery. I put mirilax in my drinks daily to avoid constipation and I chug water. I pee a lot, lol! Take care of your incisions and be easy on them so you will scar well, listen to your body. Sit up and walk intermittently as much as you can rather than laying around all day. Have an amazing care giver. My fiancé is amazing and doesn't complain at all. I stress enough not being able to take care of myself and being dependent on someone but this is most important. You don't need additional stress while healing. He also makes sure I eat healthy and that is key to recovery.
Ageinreverse
June 19, 2020
Thank you so so much! These are amazing tips!!!! I will definitely take all of this advice!
Sincere657265
July 9, 2020
omg, u look sooooo good!! I had my consult and decided to go with a TT and lipo of abdomen upper and lower back!... how are you doing?
MYJOURNEY2HAPPY
July 9, 2020
Thank you! That's what I had done. Sooo happy for you!
UPDATED FROM MYJOURNEY2HAPPY
3 days post

Update- Day 4 Post Op

MYJOURNEY2HAPPYJune 18, 2020
I’m pretty mobile and make myself walk pretty often. My fiancé is the greatest for taking care of me and hasn’t even been frustrated with me. I’m trying to be very careful to not put any tension on my sutures and to eat very healthy. I have aloe, protein shakes, pineapples, applesauce, vitamins, yogurt, etc. I randomly weighed this morning and am down 3lbs from my surgery date. I have no idea how since there is so much swelling but I’ll take it. I was told it was around 3-4lbs of skin that they removed. I’ll know more at my post op on Tuesday. I love this photo showing where my freckles moved to and I’m loving my BB so far. I know they change but I hope mine stays this way. Here are a few more pics so you can see how far the incision went back.

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NolaChica
June 18, 2020
You look amazing and I love the way your belly button looks too. You skin doesn't look over pulled either. Happy healing!
MYJOURNEY2HAPPY
June 19, 2020
Thank you! I agree! My largest concern was the overpulled look and the BB. He really did amazing. I couldn't be happier.
eileen64
June 20, 2020
How's it going ?
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Queenlove83
June 20, 2020
He pulled you nice and tight,looks good
MYJOURNEY2HAPPY
June 21, 2020
Thank you! Agree!
UPDATED FROM MYJOURNEY2HAPPY
3 days post

Extended TT Scar

MYJOURNEY2HAPPYJune 18, 2020
Here is a pic of how far back my scar had to go. I preferred this so that he could get all the love handle skin. See video. I’ll take a scar any day over the skin/fat ???? He did an incredible job keeping my scar so low. I can also tell he did an amazing job on my bra fat lipo. I’m bruised up and can’t wait to see the final results.

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SraTA
June 18, 2020
Looking great! Meh what's a little scar when you get to have an awesome new cute belly and belly button?!?
MYJOURNEY2HAPPY
June 19, 2020
Couldn't agree more! He did great on my BB! I know they change a lot but I've ordered the Siligen sphere for when he gives me the go to use it.
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