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Time off for 360 body lift
travelamazon replied to nursejenny07's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
I had Exstended Thigh lift and Upper Eye Lid Surgery,Arm and Breast lift and skin removal ,belt-Lipectomy . You need at least 2 weeks, but in my experience you need to take 4 weeks off. There is no pain with these surgeries, but you are very uncomfortable because the skin is so tight and pulling and therefore you are very restricted on what you can do. -
Dr Medina Sanchez is great.. I had all my surgeries done by him. I lost over 200 pounds and he preformed a Arm and Breast lift and skin removal ,belt-Lipectomy ,Exstended Thigh lift and Upper Eye Lid Surgery.He is in Tijuana and works at 3 different hospitals. Here is his info. www.cirugiapostbariatrica.com.mx www.drsalvadormedina.com.mx Let me know if you have any other questions.
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Plastic Surgery in Tijuana with Dr Medina Sanchez.
travelamazon posted a topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I have finally reached my goal at 148 pounds after losing 230 pounds, 2 years after sleeve operation with Dr.Ortiz @ OCC in Tijuana Mexico. I also had Arm and Breast lift and skin removal in November . Followed by a belt-Lipectomy in March and Exstended Thigh lift and Upper Eye Lid Surgery in June. All Plastic Surgeries were done by Dr Medina Sanchez at Ariel Center or OCC in Tijuana, he is the Chief of Plastic Surgery . My Results are amazing and I had no complications. There are before and after pictures in my profile Gallery. If you are looking into Plastic surgery After weight loss, I highly Recommend Dr Medina. After dramatic weight loss you are faced with Loose skin. Yes, I will have scars, but they are worth it. And they become a very fine line that you can almost not see anymore. Well worth the results. The surgeries were painless for me.Your mobility is limited for the first 2 weeks and you find out how hard it is to get out of bed when you cant use your abs. Or how difficult it is to bend over and pick things from the floor. I was walking and doing normal activities within 2 weeks of surgery. We all heal differently, and i healed quickly. I did use compression garments because they do help with swelling and protect the scaring. I wore them each time for 4 weeks. I love my Plastic Surgery results. I made me more confident, I feel good about myself, I enjoy a lot more of what life has to offer. I can go out in public without feeling that people are looking at me differently.I am healthy. I love traveling and now I can fit easily and comfortable in a middle seat on the plane. And after 30 years of hiding I bought a bikini, that I will proudly wear this summer at age 50. I have rediscovered myself. Thank you Dr Medina Sanchez, Dr Ortiz and the staff at OCC for your help on my life journey . It has been a wonderful experience. -
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Reputable Plastic Surgeons in Mexico
travelamazon replied to healthbound1's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
I used Dr Salvador Medina Sanchez from OCC or Ariel center in Tijuana. Had an extensive arm lift and breast lift. He did an unbelievable job. I am going back on March 18 to get the lower body lift. -
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Before and after. 200 pounds difference. -
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Feeling a little guilty ..would love some feedback
travelamazon replied to Emilysmom's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Same here....no problems, 4 months out , 80 pounds down. Only negative, hair loss..hope it grows back. -
Congrats...100 pounds in 5 months that is great.
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I had it in TJ with Dr Ariel Ortiz at OCC. They are very good and they can schedule you within a month. You might want to check it out.
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Dr. Ariel Ortiz at the OCC
travelamazon replied to Kindle's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I can also tell you from my own experience that I barely spent 5 mins with Dr Ortiz during the whole time but Dr Martinez was very accommodating with his time , he spend at least 30 min with me before the operation. You really are in good hands with Dr Martinez and Ortiz. I was sleeved on July 12 and never had problems. I really do think they are one of the best. My research at the time could not find anybody with complications that went to OCC. -
I have it also. I am trying to drink more water adn it seems a little better.
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Dr. Ariel Ortiz at the OCC
travelamazon replied to Kindle's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I had surgery July 15, Feeling great and had a great experience. -
Best way to thin out egg salad?
travelamazon replied to ctsleeve's topic in Post-op Diets and Questions
I mix in a little salsa. -
Anyone have or had Dr. Ortiz? I dont see any mention of his name?
travelamazon replied to Heather Meyer's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I had Dr Ariel Ortiz. sleeved of July 12. Had a wonderful experience and excellent care. No pain, no nausea and doing great! Highly recommend him! -
Does everyone w this surgery leave w a drain
travelamazon replied to Bellanthin's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had one for 2 days. But didn't bother me, just a little uncomfortable when dressing. But I put it in my panties, and wore a loose dress. They took it out when i was discharged. No problems. -
Scales! Not sure that mine is good...Suggestions?
travelamazon replied to jordan1079's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
The weight watcher scale is good also....holds 400 pounds, I have it 4 years and its still accurate. -
Feeling afraid of failure
travelamazon replied to TheNickelMax's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am in the same boat. Had surgery on July 12 and only lost 2 pounds. I am on 400 Cal a day. Pre surgery I lost 20 pounds. Its so frustrating.......but i guess in time it will come off, once we start exercising. -
I make my own soups, Cauliflower soup or Mushroom soup or black bean soup. I only eat 1/2 cup for lunch and dinner but it fills me up and its all natural and it contains protein and liquids.
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Starting vitamin suplements
travelamazon replied to olat97's topic in Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements
I started liquid vitamins in my first week.No problem keeping them down. Its only 1 oz a day.