Saying Goodbye to Some Skin, and Hello to a New Me! - West Orange, NJ

July 11, 2017

Can i say wow. U look amazing. Our my god. This is beautiful. Please stick to what your doctor tell you don't spoil this beauty

July 11, 2017

Bless your heart, and thank you!!! It has really been a life changing experience!

July 11, 2017

Did u get a drainage. If yes how did u take care of it. My surgery is is September. I just call my doctors office and ask them if they us drainage and they said yes.

July 11, 2017

I had 4 drainage tubes, they were removed one by one over a three week period, as the drainage dropped to less than 25 cc in a day. After removing the last tube from my pubic area, I had some residual drainage for almost a week, and just kept a sanitary pad there to collect it. I never had any seromas or large fluid pockets that had to be aspirated

July 11, 2017

Thanks for your reply.

July 14, 2017

YOU LOOK SOOOO GOOOD, Congrats!!!

July 14, 2017

Thank you darlin!!!!!!! Still healing, but coming along well. Hope you are enjoying the summer

July 14, 2017

Thank you! I just had my arms, side of chest and thighs done... should have waited til it cooled off, hot all wrapped up.

July 14, 2017

CONGRATULATIONS!! I've spoken with my PS about an arm lift, bra line back and thigh lift. When I do it, I vowed to do it when it's cold out, LOL. Wearing compression in the summer just isn't fun

July 14, 2017

Thank you, ma'am!! Yes! Wait til it's cool. Actually not too bad of a surgery, just pain having to be lazy for two weeks to keep from opening up thigh crease.

July 14, 2017

So glad to hear!! I've heard mixed reviews about the thighs being the toughest surgery, and I was considering just living with them. But the more weight I lose, the more wrinkly and crapy skin I seem to get. Anyway, so happy for you!!!

July 15, 2017

Thank ya!! I'm just over a week post op and the only painful moments I've had were getting out of bed the first time, going to the potty (female urinal and toilet seat riser are a must), and being bored out of my mind. I was completely off pain meds 4 days post op. I've seen too many, do too much and open up. I would much rather do absolutely nothing for the entire first two weeks than chance opening up then, had open wound for an additional month. A helper for your every need the first week, is good too. Need Electric lift recliner a must also!!

July 15, 2017

Thx so much!! Continue to take it easy, Can't wait to see pics:-)

July 15, 2017

You're welcome!! Yes ma'am, will do!!

kabels

July 15, 2017

I was wondering what your breast were before and after? I am at a very saggy 42dd but the cup is still too big and a d is too small..so I'm inbetween. I'm looking to get a tt and a breast reduction too. Did you get a reduction without implants or a breast lift? What size are you now?

July 16, 2017

I received a lift and augmentation with silicone implants. Was a DD before, and think I'm still a DD now. Haven't purchased a new bra as I'm still wearing the one with compression garment. They also haven't dropped completely

TT4LLIMI

August 2, 2017

You look fabulous. Just FYI, I'm 18months post op and still swell ... I workout 6 days a week, and swell after that, and lots of other random times. My Doc said it's just one of those things, I had a lot of belly fat, so I believe it's the dramatic change to ones lymphatic system, it's like a fluid traffic jam in your body, and it takes time for the fluid to find it's way out. I wear a light compression garment everyday, and it helps. I too had a lot of lymphatic massages for 3-6mths post surgery, and they helped.

August 2, 2017

I agree, it is a DRASTIC shock to the lymphatic system. I am pretty much back to my intense workout regime, and notice that the swelling isn't as bad, as long as I drink TONS of water and minimize the simple sugary carbs and wine. When I eat that stuff, it's swell hell. I'm gonna start trying to go without the garment during the day, and still wear it while working out and at night. Will see how things go:-)

UPDATED FROM newday16

2 months post

10 weeks post op

newday16June 16, 2017

10 week surgiversary today. Doing very well overall!! Scars are lightening, and I'm getting stronger and stronger each day. Working out regularly, and slowly regaining strength in my abdominals. Still dealing with tightness and swelling, and wearing compression 24/7, except when showering. All in all, this has been life changing. There are a couple touch ups that my PS wants to do, and we've discussed doing a brachioplasty and bra line back lift at the same time. It's just a matter of when I'm ready.

Replies (4)

Hockeygma

June 24, 2017

You look fantastic! The side by side photos are super in showing the amazing difference. You are a whole new person! Thanks for continuing to post.

June 24, 2017

Thank you so much!

kabels

June 29, 2017

You look amazing! What was your breast size before surgery and now after? You didn't get implants right? Your breast and tummy look amazing. So inspiring!

June 30, 2017

Thanks for the kind words! I was between a D and DD before. I did get silicone implants, and am about a DD now, still swollen, and waiting for them to drop

marinaeleni1

July 3, 2017

I'm a few days out from having a fleur de lis tt , lipo on thighs, an breast lift with 375 ccs implants. I was 331 at my heaviest and around surgery I was around 238... I have not taken my cg off yet , but seeing your amazing results just makes me so excited!! The pain is like nothing I've endured - even brain surgery that I had a year ago! But it does get better. I think the worst thing is when I get these coughing fits.. I press a pillow to help, but it is so excruciating. I wish I could just sleep for week! Lol. I only took off 1 week off from work , I hope I didn't make a mistake! I figured since I sit behind a desk it wouldn't be so bad! Try for sharing your journey, I will follow you for more updates!

July 14, 2017

Sincere apologies for the late response!! I somehow missed this! Thx for your kind words, and congrats on your surgery. I know it's tough now, but I PROMISE, it gets better. By around week three or four, it should be easier for you to cough and sneeze. My skin itching and irritation also subsided somewhat around then, and my energy levels started returning to kinda normal. Drink lots of water, eat tons protein, take arnica, and try to walk daily until your PS clears you for exercise. Inbox me with questions if needed:-)

July 11, 2017

U look lovely honey

July 14, 2017

Thank you!!!

UPDATED FROM newday16

1 month post

Need a new wardrobe

newday16May 19, 2017

I don't know why, but I totally didn't budget for the fact that I'll need new clothes, LOL! But it sure is fun wearing clothes without a belly and with some more defined curves. Doc says I really won't see final results for 3-6 months, but I'm optimistic so far:-)

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juanatere

May 19, 2017

You are looking so fabulous.

May 20, 2017

Thank you!!!

It's my time to shine50

May 20, 2017

You look great

EmeraldOpal

May 22, 2017

Hot mama!