before/after pics..

You look great! -  I have a few questions, if you, or anyone can answer.  What is the difference between an extended tummy tuck and a lower body lift.  I can't see your butt (and you know I want to, where does the incision end on the extended tummy tuck?   And, why would they pump up your 325's to 400?  Just curious, I go back in a few weeks to see where were at so all this info is wonderful.

lower body lift includes the thighs too if i understand right. .the extended goes around past my hips, 1/4 of the way to my butt crack probably ?  i will get a pic of it for u sometime in the near future if i can lol. i was gonna take pics of my incisions too bc when i researched i couldnt see anyones axilla repairs and i wondered what they look like. now i know!  and the implants come in sizes.. like 325's, 350's, and they pump them up to the size you want, ,like the 325's can be pumped up to a 400, 350's can go bigger.. its just what implant they need to order for you. like if you think you want 400 cc's, they wont have a 400cc implant waiting, they will have one smaller that is pumped up to the size you want. .or like i did, i just told the doc what size i wanted to be, full C small D if i didnt look right, and he did it to his discretion.. hope this made sense?

I had the lower body lift. They cut you 360 degrees around from front to back and it lifts and firms the butt and pulls some of the skin at the very tops of the thighs A big difference in the butt , but not enough to make a huge difference in the thighs. I had considered doing the thigh lift but I have heard it is extremely hard to heal and the risk of infection is higher, since they cut you down the insides of your thigh to the knees. I don't think I want a scar running down my leg, at least the LBL or tummy tuck can be hid, so whats the point of having scars down your legs when you wear a bathing suit or shorts, I would rather have the loose skin and cellulite, lol. The regular TT just goes across the lower abdomen from hip bone to hip bone, I think the one Jen had goes further around but not all the way like mine. Good luck to you and hopefully you will be having yours soon, too.  Hugs! Mary

Wow! Jen you look great. I know I 'll be having this done at a later time. Because I'm already having the saggies and I haven't had my WLS yet. What Doc. did you use? They really did a good job. I wanted to know for future reference. Thanks, Teresa M.

thanks :) i used Dr. Bishop.. he is an older man, very sweet and conservative when it comes to surgery he doesnt like to do too much at once etc.  thanks Everyone for the replies! it still doesnt feel like "me" .. weird!

I know that everyone has their opinions concerning plastic surgeons....but I wanted to insert my 2 cents too. I used Dr. Bishop for my breast reduction a few years ago and he did a fantastic job. He also did my Aunt's breast reduction- I would highly recommend him to anyone- He works well with most insurance companies.  I know there are several good ones(surgeons) out there in the Upstate..(some bad ones too!!!) .....but wanted to give my "shout out" to Dr. Bishop as well!  You look great Jennifer! Angela

you look great

Jenn you look great already!! I'm soooo jealous, I need mine done too but my insurance won't pay

WOW...congrats, those are amazing!  I am soooooooo happy for you jen, you deserve it!!  ~Deidre

OMG Jen you look so Awsome. The pictures were good I can't wait to see you in person.  You are such an inspiration to me.  Hope the pain improves soon.  I don't take pain very  well.  Your such a trooper.  Keep up the good work.