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BBL with Dr. Arenas

UPDATED FROM BBL_Ready
25 days post

4 Weeks posT-oP_ an honest update ~ New piCs.

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Im going to give an honest feed back on my results so far. Granted I am about 4 weeks post-op and I have ways to go. I'm supposed to see the full results at 3 months post-op per the doctor. I am currently really happy with the results of the lipo, lip augmentation, and breast lift and implant size, and botox. The fillers are not noticeable difference to me. Unfortunately I am not happy so far with my BBL which was really, really important to me. The results are minimal improvement and my left butt cheek currently has a huge dent that is very noticeable with everything that I put on. I didn't ask for a small butt, I actually requested as big as possible and heart shaped ... and I guess this was the biggest as possible for me.. hmmm... not sure what to think right now. The doctor and his team were great when I was there and continue to check up on me. Which I do appreciate it, but the results thus far on the bbl are disappointing :( I did express this to the doctor and the team and I've been re-assured that by 3 months pos-op the dent will not be there anymore because the "fat needs to settle"... but it just seems unlikely right now. I can't even think of going through a revision right now because the recovery is painful, I'm still in pain...I'm following instructions daily so just crossing my fingers at this point. Just wanted to give an honest update on my progress. I'll do another one in a month or so.

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Rafael Arenas, MD

Rafael Arenas, MD

Plastic Surgeon

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July 4, 2017
I'm so sorry you feel that way. That is the reason I decided not to go with Dr. Arenas because unaggressive liposuction and his failure to deliver bigger butts which I will be getting.
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July 4, 2017
Just be patient and then take it one day at a time my love. Happy healing!
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July 7, 2017
Thank You! Patience and being hopeful at this point. Thank you for your comment
July 4, 2017
Hi well wishes on your recovery your lip and breast look great and stomach but don't see a difference in your butt has there been any inprovement in the size of your butt yet..Thank you for sharing your experience
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July 7, 2017
Yes, I agree thank you for your comment.
July 7, 2017
Your welcome hope all is well with you..you sound bothered by less results still..Take care
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July 4, 2017
Hey baby girl, thank you for your honest response and updated review on your post sx results . I was scheduled with Dr. Arenas for my surgery at the next month (I already paid for my plane ticket and hotel in Guadalajara mx ) but now after reviewing all reviews on Dr. Arenas he seems to be a very careful and observant doctor, but I feel I need more dramatic results, now I am considering Dominican Republic now. Again thank you for your honest review.
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July 4, 2017
I'm sorry that you are not pleased with your BBl doll, I also forgot to mention that please keep using your faja and a corset on and use a
good butt lifter. You are still in your fluffing stage right now, so keep training & Happy healing dollie!
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July 7, 2017
You know I've seen other girls get great results with him that's why I chose him... maybe my body type wasn't good for bbl?! (Sigh) I don't know maybe it will get better after the 3 months he says of recovery. Thx for your comment I'll keep you all updated.
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July 5, 2017
Do u know if u gotta pay the same price for a revision of the bbl if needed for a second time????
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July 7, 2017
To be honest with you I haven't inquired about a revision yet; but if I still feel I need it after the 3 months post-op "final results" I will inquire at that point. Although I'm questioning if I should do the revision with him ... maybe I will just chose a different dr for the revision. Not sure
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September 9, 2017
My surgery is coming up October 6, 2017 and I'm scared not to get the results that I picture in my mind. I had a previous tummy tuck and breast augmentation too. I'm having everything u had done . Hopefully my bbl comes through. I'm scared that it won't. I have similar body type as u. I feel so anxious and scared this point.
July 6, 2017
Hi - what size lip did u get from the lip augmentation. They are beautiful
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July 7, 2017
Thank You! I just asked him for a "plumper look" on my lips and he filled in at his discretion
July 7, 2017
U look beautiful ! Thanks
UPDATED FROM BBL_Ready
4 days post

4 Days post-op = Swell Hell :/

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Hi #ArenasDivas_ I've been recovering and feeling super swollen and of course in pain which was to be expected. I'm following the doctors orders to the dot; which is continuing to drink the Isopure in the morning and at night and eating very well with a high protein balanced diet along with the prescribed meds. This is no time to low carb or low fat diets ladies, your body will need every energy possible to recover. The doctor is very specific about making sure you are eating very well for a successful recovery as in your Isopure shake does NoT replace any meals. The draining massages are excruciating as everyone else have mentioned but at the same time the relief after is the best feeling. I do want to point out Nurse Veronica; she is just so awesome!! her attention to every detail, her personality her patience, sense of humor and how she always puts me at ease. I can't express how great she is: Dr. Arenas truly has a great team, I feel 100% cared for not just another person on their list. Veronica is also the nurse that takes care of you overnight at the hospital and forms part of the dr's team. Anytime I have question or concern they respond promptly. Tomorrow I start my spa draining procedure at the clinic (not sure what that means yet) but I'll keep you all updated. In the meantime thats it for now, I'm so sleepy.

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June 12, 2017
This is such great info! I can even see the new figure with the swelling. I'm heading there on Wednesday. I might see you :-) Thanks for all this info. It is so valuable to me.
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June 12, 2017
you look great doll and happy healing.
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June 14, 2017
Looking good! Just sent my pics into Dr. A for a consulatation. Following your journey, thanks for the posts!
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June 14, 2017
Ps. did Dr. Arenas use surgical drains?
June 14, 2017
How are feeling? How was the spa draining (what was it)? How long are you staying in Gua? Can you share any new pictures?
UPDATED FROM BBL_Ready
Day of treatment

Just out of surgery

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Hi #ArenasDiva and soon to be.
I'm just a few hours post-op and in bed, I will add post-op pics soon when I feel better. In the meantime I'll leave the pics of Dr. Arenas marking me up for surgery (which btw I absolutely LOVED that he took his time and measured at least 3x to make sure all measurements were accurate for my breast lift) and a video of the suite here at the hospital (granted the room I have is x-large because my sibling also had something done, but she is more private and she may post a review also at some point) we are sharing this room (at our request because we wanted to recoop together) my bed was added after the video I'm posting above, and again I have to just say that this place is freaking awesome everyone is so helpful and they are soooo patient: I had a tummy tuck 4 yrs ago in the states (Sacramento) and the service didn't even come close to this and I feel robbed now because I hato pay $14k and I just finished paying for that loan last year, and over in the states right after my surgery when I wasn't even fully awake they placed me in the car and sent me home it was horrible (just putting my personal experience, not everyone's experience may be the same ... disclosure, LoL) Here the surgery price includes an overnight in the hospital with meals and 24 hour nurses to come to take care of you non-stop. I can't express how clean and professional and kind everyone has been. The entire Arenas team is just great! I'm really at peace. Be patient for more pics my divas ... I need to get over this post-up bump. ** FYI~ I attempted to download the 1 min video of the suite but the app didn't let me.

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June 8, 2017
Please keep us posted. I'm excited for you.
June 9, 2017
Hi I'm glad you came out of the surgery good. So I'm planning on going out there alone and I'm wondering if you still recommend the airbnb?
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June 10, 2017
Happy healing dollie, we can't wait to see your results. keep us updated .
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June 19, 2017
How did u get transportated from the airport to your hotel? Can u please post more pictures. I'm having surgery Oct 2017 I'm scared. U only paid 2900 for everything u got done????
July 19, 2017
Please keep us updated and I hope your recovering fast best wishes to you