Thighs, Knees, Flanks & Stomach - Waterloo, Ontario

Thanks! I'm really pleased.

Thank you so much =)!

Thank you!

Thank you!!! I think I notice the biggest difference on the front of my legs and my stomach, so far. I'd actually forgotten that he had done the front of my thighs (and I was a teeny bit nervous when he told me because I'd heard somewhere or other than the front can be a bit iffy) but they look awesome! I can't wait for my swelling elsewhere to go down.

Thank you so much! I'm so glad your surgery went well - sending lots of positive thoughts for a good recovery your way!

This is probably too late, but yes I think you should =) Basically, the point of pain meds to stay ON TOP OF your pain, as versus letting it creep up on and then having to wait for them to work. This is particularly true when it comes to sleep - obviously you don't need to be alert or anything while you're sleeping, so it's best to take your pain meds and get a good night's rest, rather than getting woken up by your pain. I started taking my pain meds almost immediately and kept taking them until I felt okay (I had a pretty high level of pain). Not sure what you've been given, but as an FYI Tylenol 3s and Percocet (both common) are good for pain but can be a little hard on your stomach, and can cause constipation or nausea. That doesn't mean you shouldn't take them, just be aware and maybe up your fiber content a bit if you're on T3s! =)

Sure! As an FYI, my doctor told me to bring a style of underwear that I wear frequently, and he had me put them on as he was marking where my incisions would go. That way he was able to "hide" a lot of them. I think this is awesome - not all doctors do it so if you're having lower body stuff done definitely bring a pair of your underwear with you and ask them to try and place the incisions where they're hidden. I've got one right in my bellybutton, where you can't see it (this is important, as for some reason some docs put it above, where it can look a bit more obvious, depending on your skin tone). I have another solitary one basically at the top of my pubic area (sounds weird but I can't think how else to describe it! It's also covered by my underwear) I've got two on the outside of my hips, covered by my underwear. I have two lower down on my inner thighs, closer to my knees (i.e. one each side). I have two more in my groin area, in the crease where my leg meets my torso. I think that's it! So that would be...8 total.

Hi Poppy! Thank you for your story and photos. I hope other people will share this sort of information. I asked on the doctors about incision sites a few times, and they seem to dance around the issue. I wish they would just share the information directly. I'd love to hear from a few other people about the number and location of their incisions. Be well!

Jennifer, I really think it depends on the PS and the location of the fat cells and the amt needed to me sucked out.. Some doctors will inject fluids into the area to dilute and suck larger amts it really depends on what results you are looking for. When you see your doctor ask him for specific facts about what type of lipo he will be doing, also ultrasound lipo is used. Wish you much good luck and happiness getting your answers.. Angelface

Probably a least a month or more. Mine is still swollen, particularly my lower ab area. It's been three weeks. Generally speaking, the swelling doesn't just disappear. You'll probably notice it looking best first thing in the morning when you wake up, but after a day of activity/eating/working out it will be puffy again. Just give it time. The way I view it is - rationally, I KNOW that a lot of the fat in that area was removed. So even if I get discouraged when there's swelling and I can't see the change, I remind myself that the change is still there, it's just not visible YET. The best thing you can do is eat well, drink water and (once you feel up to it) exercise, and just not obsess about it. The results will eventually be visible, and every day that you eat well and exercise just gets you even farther =)