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Gwen M.
on 1/26/18 5:19 pm, edited 1/26/18 9:20 am
VSG on 03/13/14
Topic: RE: money for plastics

When I started my reconstructive surgeries, I had no debt aside from my mortgage and lots and lots of room on low interest credit cards and my home equity line of credit. I also had a fair amount in savings as I have automatic monthly transfers set up to savings that I then forget about. My mom was also kind enough to give me gift of about 10-15% of the total cost.

So.. savings, debt, and a lovely gift from my mom.

I'll be paying off the debt for most all of 2018 probably, but it was worth every penny.

VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
Diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder and started Vyvanse - 7/22/2016
Reconstructive Surgeries with Dr. Michaels - 6/5/2017 (LBL & brachioplasty), 8/14/2017 (UBL & mastopexy), 11/6/2017 (medial leg lift)

Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170

TrendWeight | Food Blog (sort of functional) | Journal (down for maintenance)

vacationlover
on 1/26/18 1:45 pm
Topic: RE: money for plastics

I had to prioritize what I really care about... so I ended up just getting a 360 LBL with a fleur de liz and BL. Legs and arms are still baggy, but my torso is awesome! Definitely worth it!

CW: 130ish HW: 264 SW:254 Hgt: 5'2

Goals-Dr:159-MET Mine:140-MET!!! Final Goal: 135-MET!!!!!

W4:-22 W8:-11 W12:-10.5 W16:-12 W20:-11.5 W24:-9.5 W28:-8 W32:-7.5 W36:-8 W40:-7.5 W44:-5 W48: -4.5 1Yr/W52: -7

Erin T.
on 1/26/18 12:59 pm
VSG on 01/17/17
Topic: RE: money for plastics

I think it depends on your personal situation and credit. I funded a large portion of mine from cash and the other portion from a short-term personal loan. I have good credit and got a decent interest rate and it will be paid off quickly.

VSG: 1/17/17

5'7" HW: 283 SW: 229 CW: 135-140 GW: 145

Pre-op: 53 M1: 22 M2: 12 M3: 12 M4: 8 M5: 10 M6: 11 M7: 5 M8: 6 M9-M13: 15-ish

LBL/BL w/ Fat Transfer 1/29/18

samiamiam
on 1/26/18 12:32 pm
Topic: RE: Royal lower body lift with Dr Carmina Cardenas in Mexico

WOW, I am so happy for you! That tummy and those curves! Wow,

I would love to see the before and after pics! Did you also have your breast done!

I am hoping to have my plastics next year and have to go to Mexico to be able to afford it.

Could you please tell me everything you had done and the cost. Was the aftercare center for a week included?

Did they do lipo?

Thank you

Tammy

Thank you to all who take the time to share and give me advice.
Teresa
samiamiam
on 1/26/18 12:27 pm
Topic: RE: Three months post LBL, eight months post arm lift - just checking in.

Hello,

I have not seen any photos, before or after and would LOVE to. I also am waiting to win the lottery:) What doctor did you use, how much did it cost, where was the doctor located. Did the LBL include a full tummy tuck? What else did you LBL include

Thank you so much for answering these questions.

Tammy

Thank you to all who take the time to share and give me advice.
Teresa
samiamiam
on 1/26/18 12:24 pm
Topic: money for plastics

Hello, I am truly wondering how people afford plastic surgery. I have about $20,000 worth of plastics I am wanting and that is the price in Mexico.

I am getting out of debt this year and next year I am saving my tax return and other monies and hope that I can save half of that. I also have care credit however, the interest rate is 24%

Thank you,

Tammy

Thank you to all who take the time to share and give me advice.
Teresa
(deactivated member)
on 1/25/18 12:08 pm
Gwen M.
on 1/24/18 6:48 am
VSG on 03/13/14
Topic: RE: Day 36 post-op - Progress!! (thigh lift, leg lift, and minor LBL revision)

Hiya - I'm happy to answer any questions you have. Feel free to ask them here, message me, or email me! [email protected]

I'm glad my posts have been helpful!

VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
Diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder and started Vyvanse - 7/22/2016
Reconstructive Surgeries with Dr. Michaels - 6/5/2017 (LBL & brachioplasty), 8/14/2017 (UBL & mastopexy), 11/6/2017 (medial leg lift)

Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170

TrendWeight | Food Blog (sort of functional) | Journal (down for maintenance)

Carla37
on 1/23/18 9:01 pm
VSG on 03/01/15
Topic: RE: Day 36 post-op - Progress!! (thigh lift, leg lift, and minor LBL revision)

Hi! I had my thigh lift done on Jan 10th and I started reading your journey during my recovery so far. I have lots of questions I would love to ask you. Also just wanted to let you know that your story has helped me a lot. The thigh lift has been much more painful than I expected. I also had a Mons lift and some Lipo done around the love handle areas. You are a great writer as well. I enjoyed the parts about your roommates And loved the honesty you told that you don't hear from other recovery blogs. Hope you are doing well in your recovery!!

Heather L.
on 1/22/18 2:51 pm - Coquitlam, Canada
VSG on 03/26/15
Topic: RE: Anyone looking for compression girdles?

I also have a couple pieces of compression wear I'd be happy to send off to a new home:

Marena Ankle-Length Compression Girdle - size L, black

Design Veronique Compression Arm Sleeve with Adjustable Cotton Knit Bra - size L, black

Just drop me a line if you're interested in either/both (I'm in Canada, so Canucks may want to take advantage of that!).

VSG Mar 26, 2015 Dr. Sharadh Sampath -- 5'3" -- 47YO -- HW: 294 - SW: 261 - CW: 192 - GW: 175
Bi-lateral Brachioplasty May 8, 2017 Dr. Owen Reid
Lower Body Lift Oct 2, 2017 Dr. Owen Reid

"Weight is lost in kitchens, health is gained in gyms." - Dr. Yoni Freedhoff

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