Shalee04

Thinking of you Shortgal!! Good Luck!!

Way to go Whosya!! Awsome job, Awsome year!!!

Had my first plastic surgery consultation Saturday with J. Timothy Katzen. He specializes in weight loss patients. It was very hard to stand there and show off all the extra goodies I have and hear the Dr talk about them, so embarrising, :eek: He was very kind and patient and answered every question my DH and I had, didn't rush us and tried to explain very clearly to us. Of course I need a complete overhaul,,hehehe but the consensus is to start with the Full Tummy Tuck/mons lift. He doesn't think I will need the inverted T cut,as I thought I might because of all my upper tummy skin, he said he could make the decision when he got in there But just checking me over it doesn't look like it, (Hmm I'm not so sure tho) He also lifts the mons as part of the tummy tuck on all his patients. WOHOOOOOO my cookie will see light of day again. :biggrin: He showed us how much skin he believes he can remove from my tummy, Uhmm I'll believe that when I wake up and see it. He does Muscle repair, also said he would most probably need to move my port. I told him I like where it's at and My Dr has no problems getting to it, he understood my concerns and said he and my Lap Dr would collaborate on the move. I asked about a 360 lift just to see what he would say, and he said Not for me, as my outter thighs and butt are really good with good shape, and to do that procedure would flatten my butt and not give the results we would be looking for. AS for my girls I have always been a "C" cup whether I weigh 300 or 150, that's just been me always. and right now they are a very deflated "C" So my small droopy breasts will need a lift and small natural looking implants. I told him I didn't want no tupperware bowls sitting there. If he were to just a lift it would take me to a very small B. That just wont work for me. so a lift and implants to take me to a full "C" or small "D" . He does use the pain pump, it's $500.00 extra. Well that was just the first Dr I have seen. I will be seeing a couple more. Hubby and I both really liked this Dr . He is quite expensive, so not sure if I will go with him or not, OR I may just get the tummy tuck and do the girls later.. We shall see after having my other consultations. We also talked about my Arms and Inner Thighs. But for me my first priority is to take care of the Hanging tummy. I hadn't really planned on looking into Plastics so soon, but I have been stuck at 180 for almost 4 months now, But I have lost sizes and my body is reshaping, so I made a phone call and just happened to be able to get a consult this past Saturday.:smile:

Thanks, I hope I find the right one too. It was just sooooo embarrising standing there naked in front of him, I thought I would die. But he was very respectful. I can't wait till this belly is gone and flat.

I have always had C cups, still do, just now they are Deflated C cups. I had a consultation this past week and as much as I want them, I dont know if I can find the extra $$$ it's going to cost on top of the getting a TT also. We shall see what happens after other consults. But yes I would love to have a small implant to plump up the girls back where they are supposed to be. :-D

I had a similiar experience last week at the plastic surgeon consult. while Dr was asking examining me naked. And I was trying not to cry from being so mortified at anyone having to see my deflated body, he asked what bothers me most and what did I want to have done first? I turned to my husband and asked him,,, His answer was, Nothing about you bothers me honey, I love you just the way you are, BUT I know that there are things that bother you and I know that YOU would be happier with a TT. BUT again I am only here to supoprt you and stand beside you whatever you and the Dr decide....... Ahhh I love that man........ Rain you look wonderful, you have come so far and your face shows so much happiness. Keep up the wonderful journey for yourself,,, and your family.:thumbup::wub:

Had my first plastic surgery consultation Saturday with J. Timothy Katzen. He specializes in weight loss patients. It was very hard to stand there and show off all the extra goodies I have and hear the Dr talk about them, so embarrising, He was very kind and patient and answered every question my DH and I had, didn't rush us and tried to explain very clearly to us. Of course I need a complete overhaul,,hehehe but the consensus is to start with the Full Tummy Tuck/mons lift. He doesn't think I will need the inverted T cut,as I thought I might because of all my upper tummy skin,extra rolls. he said he could make the decision when he got in there But just checking me over it doesn't look like it, (Hmm I'm not so sure tho) He also lifts the mons as part of the tummy tuck on all his patients. WOHOOOOOO my cookie will see light of day again. He showed us how much skin he believes he can remove from my tummy, Uhmm I'll believe that when I wake up and see it. He does Muscle repair, also said he would most probably need to move my port. I told him I like where it's at and My Dr has no problems getting to it, he understood my concerns and said he and my Lap Dr would collaborate on the move. I asked about a 360 lift just to see what he would say, and he said Not for me, as my outter thighs and butt are really good with good shape, and to do that procedure would flatten my butt and not give the results we would be looking for. AS for my girls I have always been a "C" cup whether I weigh 300 or 150, that's just been me always. and right now they are a very deflated "C" So my small droopy breasts will need a lift and small natural looking implants. I told him I didn't want no tupperware bowls sitting there. If he were to just a lift it would take me to a very small B. That just wont work for me. so a lift and implants to take me to a full "C" or small "D" . He does use the pain pump, it's $500.00 extra. Well that was just the first Dr I have seen. I will be seeing a couple more. Hubby and I both really liked this Dr . He is quite expensive, so not sure if I will go with him or not, OR I may just get the tummy tuck and do the girls later.. We shall see after having my other consultations. We also talked about my Arms and Inner Thighs. But for me my first priority is to take care of the Hanging tummy. I was hoping to get the TT and Boobs taken care of at the same time, But I really dont think we can afford it all. So probably just TT first..... We shall see what the other Dr's consults say and then decide from there who we like the best and which one will work out best for us. I hadn't really planned on looking into Plastics so soon, but I have been stuck at 182 for almost 4 months now, But I have lost sizes and my body is reshaping, so I made a phone call and just happened to be able to get a consult this past Saturday.

Name............Lbs Lost........% of wgt lost.......BMI QatarPhil...........55......................19%................32.2 (39.6) Foofy................43....................15.5%...............37.2 Sades...............44.8..................19.5%..............33.7 Shalee04...........68.....................27.4.................30.0 Bandpal.............88.11..................30.%...............32.4(47 ) Skinny_Jill..........59.5...................26.8%..............30.8 Stephanie..........60.....................26%.................27.1 Hollyberries........113.....................31%.................36.2 linda.................52......................23%.................29.9 5 Abbisgood..........53.....................23%.................?? want2lose..........91.8...................32%................31 kandiceb............63.....................26%................27.6 Momto1plus1......74.4...................27.6%..............30.5 MollyBrown.........36.....................12.5%..............36.5 TxArcher............102...................25.50%.........52.8 to 39.3 Cindyg...............57.....................23%.................35 Close.................50.....................20%.................33.1 Tmusicmaker123..73.....................19%.................60.1 to 48.7 plump_princess....57.....................22%.................36 Mariegabrieleee....73.....................24%.................51.3 to 39.1 gabeekeeper.......101.....................30% ..................40.2 stranger138........49......................21.3%.................32.1 hortgal..............40......................18.5%..............33.8 Robin_Bird............90.....................29.5%................32.7 Staysee..............70.....................20%................48.4 Hajohnson1..........49.8....................18.2%..............39.8 lindseyann2u........70......................?%.................? Cherlita...............44.......................20%...............65 to 57.5 BandChick64..........94.5.....................31.5%.............33.2 tyman311..............61.....................31%...............41 to 28 (so far) BarbBee................74......................24%.................38 Huskerette............54..(i gained)..........22%...............30.5 Firebolt.................45.....................19%..................3 3.5 Rachel.................63........................72%................28 .3 Teresajo..............93........................36%................27. 3

Name............Start........Current........Goal.......To Go CindyG...........204...........195...........184........11 TxArcher.........299...........298...........280........18 Hollyberries.....253...........245...........238.........7 Momto1plus1......203...........194.8.........185........9.8 Lindata..........176.5.........176.5.........160........16.5 Sades............194...........183.9.........185.......-1.1 Mariegabrieleee..235...........232...........215........17 Skinny Jill......167...........164...........157........7 Foofy............233...........230.5.........220........10.5 Kuchiegrl........251...........251...........235........16 Peaches11........203...........203...........183........20 Huskerette.......180...........180...........165........15 Shalee04.........182...........180...........170........10 WOhoo I finally finally lost 2 pounds!! I had been stuck at 182 for forever. I think I am going to break down and go get a fill, I keep putting it off as I don't have the $350.00 for it, But I think it's time to break open the piggy bank and get one. I had a consultation with a plastic surgeon yesterday, just a start to see what kind of magic he might be able to do on my tummy.

I'm staying on plan today because I feel better when I do!!

Congratulations, and Welcome to Bandland!!:cursing: I didn't get my 1st fill untill 8 weeks after surgery. My Dr said this was the healing time for my tummy and band. It will get better, just try and keep hydrated. Maybe some warm broth will help.

Beverly Hills Post Bariatric Surgery- Dr. Timothy Katzen, MD, Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

It all depends on your skin, age, ect. Some people's skin does bounce back to shape. Others, like mine, not so much.

I totally agree with this 100%

Good luck on your surgery tommorow!!:biggrin:

Good Luck on your surgery tomorrow!!!

Name............exercise..................amount planned........amt done Hollyberries....Water Aerobics.............20 Hours.......................7 Sades...........Walking.......................25 Hours.......................5 Sades...........Aqua Aerobics...............4 Hours........................0 hhilulu..........walking/jogging.............16 hours........................0 hhilulu..........swimming.......................9 hours........................0 Foofy............walking/eliptical............25 Hrs...........................3 Foofy............weightlifting...................8 sessions...................2 Shalee04.......Walking/Swimming...........30 hours.....................15 Shalee04.......Weights/........................8 sessions...................5

DS Nutrition is at 4701 White lane. I am looking for a fill DDr as my fills cost $350.00 right now and I have great insurance but my Dr bills out of network and insurance wont cover it when they bill that way. So hubby is like, find a new Dr so we can use this insurance.

Hi, In the begining, I ordered Isopure protein drinks from GNC, they are fruity like and they don't taste half bad, and come in 4-5 flavors. I also bught EAS chocolate [protein mix from costco, the flavor I could handle. I sometimes drink Low carb slim fast when I am on the run or out of town. I don't drink any other slim fasts becasue they are low in protein and high in sugar, which isn't good for diabetics. Recently I went to DS Nutrician and bought Myolean, peanut butter cup flavor. I dont care for it as much but I can tolorate the flavor. I did pick up some great protein bars. Power crunch, peanut butter fudge and supreme Protein that is awsome. Gerry is great there he is so knowledgeable and will answer any questions you have. I need to really start exercising more, with this hot hot weather I have been slacking off. who's doing your surgery?

Hi Jill. Welcome to LBT and the begining of your wonderful journey. I'm in Bakersfield and was banded Nov 07. Kelly

I just got the letter yesterday about our reassessed home. We bought in March of 07 at about $435.000 and now they reassessed it at $292.500 Kinda makes one sick just thinking about it.

Let your hubby do this for you. Just enjoy it. :-D

Lap Band is nothing compared to a C-Section. :-D