sissy13 138 Posted May 21, 2014 Anyone have skin removed or Tummy Tuck after surgery? I really want to get one but I have heard its very painful so I'm scared. I have had 3 c-sections and bounced back fairly quickly without much trouble so just wanted some insight. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CowgirlJane 14,260 Posted May 21, 2014 There is a whole forum dedictated to the topic of plastic and reconstructive surgery - lots of discussions and experiences shared there. I had a lower body lift (tummy tuck, but went around the back too), breast lift and implants arm lift and a "small" thigh lift. For me, pain was NOT a big issue at all. It was very well managed the first few days and never was an issue after that. Recovery however was long, slow and hard! It was 2 months before I had my life back and even longer before i was truly 100% Oh.so.worth it though! I got great results. Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LumpySpacePrincess 594 Posted May 21, 2014 There is a whole forum dedictated to the topic of plastic and reconstructive surgery - lots of discussions and experiences shared there. I had a lower body lift (tummy tuck, but went around the back too), breast lift and implants arm lift and a "small" thigh lift. For me, pain was NOT a big issue at all. It was very well managed the first few days and never was an issue after that. Recovery however was long, slow and hard! It was 2 months before I had my life back and even longer before i was truly 100% Oh.so.worth it though! I got great results. Good luck! Jane, who did you go through? I live in NJ now but am from WA and might consider having my plastic surgery out there so I can stay with my mom for a few weeks during recovery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dallasgal 42 Posted May 22, 2014 <p>There is a whole forum dedictated to the topic of plastic and reconstructive surgery - lots of discussions and experiences shared there.</p> <p> </p> <p>I had a lower body lift (tummy tuck, but went around the back too), breast lift and implants arm lift and a "small" thigh lift.</p> <p> </p> <p>For me, pain was NOT a big issue at all. It was very well managed the first few days and never was an issue after that. Recovery however was long, slow and hard! It was 2 months before I had my life back and even longer before i was truly 100% </p> <p> </p> <p>Oh.so.worth it though! I got great results.</p> <p> </p> <p>Good luck!</p> Hey Jane, Did you have all that done in one surgery or different surgeries? I still have a lot to lose but can already tell that I'll probably need all you had done. How long were you off work? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CowgirlJane 14,260 Posted May 22, 2014 I had it all done at once which required me to go to Mexico. Local docs wanted to stage it over 3 surgeries which would have taken me about 3 years due to time off work issues. I am not recommending this route for everyone, but it has been amazing for me - love my results, loved the care and love having it all BEHIND me. I seriously need to get updated before and after photos but here is a thread with some info in it. http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/285839-two-weeks-from-plastics-progress-so-far/ I attached a recent photo - I lost over 180# from my all time highest weight - 160# as a result of the sleeve. I had excess skin for sure! This pic gives you an idea of what is possible! 2 Dallasgal and gamergirl reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dallasgal 42 Posted May 22, 2014 You look great!!! So happy for you! I still have a ways to go but with the amount I've lost and still need to lose, I'll definitely need plastics. Thanks for all the info. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
