Had my 1st PS consultation......
Hi everyone -
Well last night I had my 1st PS consult.....WOW....it seemed so surreal to be having it.
I loved the Dr. , he was great explaining and took all long time talking and showing me the procedures I wanted done. I never felt rushed. I have to say i was exhausted when I got home - it was so much to mentally process and I only want to have my arms and chest done.
We agreed that I should have my arms and a breast lift w/ augmentation done at the same time. I could do them seperately, but I'm afraid if I have one done I won't go back if I have a bad experience.
the only thing that blew me out of the water was the price..... I knew it was expensive, but holy cow....25,000.00 is alot of $$ - esp, when I have 3 kids on their way to college in the next few years. My husband is real supportive and wants to me to get it done, to make me feel better about myself, but being the "mom" that I am, I don't know if i can justify it. Does that make sense to anyone.....For those of you who had PS - is that $$ amount in the same ballpark thatyou all spent? I live close to NYC - so I know that they charge more in this area, but I was just curious as to what other people paid.
I'm also going to make other appts, w/ other doctors to see what they have to say.
Marta
Well last night I had my 1st PS consult.....WOW....it seemed so surreal to be having it.
I loved the Dr. , he was great explaining and took all long time talking and showing me the procedures I wanted done. I never felt rushed. I have to say i was exhausted when I got home - it was so much to mentally process and I only want to have my arms and chest done.
We agreed that I should have my arms and a breast lift w/ augmentation done at the same time. I could do them seperately, but I'm afraid if I have one done I won't go back if I have a bad experience.
the only thing that blew me out of the water was the price..... I knew it was expensive, but holy cow....25,000.00 is alot of $$ - esp, when I have 3 kids on their way to college in the next few years. My husband is real supportive and wants to me to get it done, to make me feel better about myself, but being the "mom" that I am, I don't know if i can justify it. Does that make sense to anyone.....For those of you who had PS - is that $$ amount in the same ballpark thatyou all spent? I live close to NYC - so I know that they charge more in this area, but I was just curious as to what other people paid.
I'm also going to make other appts, w/ other doctors to see what they have to say.
Marta
I just had a mini-consult at the Sacramento OH event a couple of weeks ago. For tt and a bl/ba it was about $17,000. I nearly choked. I think that CosMed in Mexico may be getting my business instead. From what I have heard, I can expect to pay about half of this quote if I go south of the border. A lot of people have had wonderful experiences there, so the idea of going out of country doesn't really bother me at this point.
I'm right there with you on the money, though. It's a lot to spend on what seems like a frivolous thing. But, to finally feel "complete" or "finished"....that may be worth the money. Plus, at least in my case, to not have to deal with rashes anymore...that would be sheer heaven!
I'm right there with you on the money, though. It's a lot to spend on what seems like a frivolous thing. But, to finally feel "complete" or "finished"....that may be worth the money. Plus, at least in my case, to not have to deal with rashes anymore...that would be sheer heaven!
High Wt. 251.5/Goal 150/Current 145 39 yrs. old, 5' 6" tall, Size 1
December 22, 2009~~ BA, Fleur de Lis Tummy Tuck, Sm. Thigh lift
Dr. Francisco Sauceda, Monterrey, Mexico
Marta-
I totally understand your feelings on the money part. We paid out of pocket for my GBS so anything more- YIKES!!!
I really could use a tummy tuck. Vicky's Secret helps with my chest- but my gut is getting out of control. When I wear tight pants I have a muffin top again. UGH!!!
We have 2 teenagers too and college is sooooo expensive!!
If your husband supports you- then I would do it!!!
Holly
I totally understand your feelings on the money part. We paid out of pocket for my GBS so anything more- YIKES!!!
I really could use a tummy tuck. Vicky's Secret helps with my chest- but my gut is getting out of control. When I wear tight pants I have a muffin top again. UGH!!!
We have 2 teenagers too and college is sooooo expensive!!
If your husband supports you- then I would do it!!!
Holly
WOW that is a lot of $$ but you are worth it, you've come so far. I would get a second (and 3rd) opinion if I were you. I didn't have the procedures that you had done but here's what I had:
A tummy tuck $5000 (covered by insurance)
A vertical extenstion ($1000)
Breat Lift $6000
and it was worth every bit. I would love to have my arms done, but OMG that is a lot of $$$. I know it can be overwhelming, so don't rush into it. Take some time to process the info given to you and most of all SHOP AROUND!
A tummy tuck $5000 (covered by insurance)
A vertical extenstion ($1000)
Breat Lift $6000
and it was worth every bit. I would love to have my arms done, but OMG that is a lot of $$$. I know it can be overwhelming, so don't rush into it. Take some time to process the info given to you and most of all SHOP AROUND!
highest 239/Day of surgery 225/Current 119 TT and Breast Lift 3/08
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