http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/ Discussions regarding reconstructive and plastic surgery following weight loss. en Thu, 09 Sep 2010 07:57:21 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/ http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/50349-only-4-days-till-my-tummy-tuck.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 01:04:54 GMT I've got only four more days and I'm super excited! I have fears, of course but nothing that doesn't pass in just a few moments of thinking about it....
My surgeon has me drinking vitamin supplements along with a handful of extra vitamins! Hope this shows true to helping with my healing.
Tomorrow I start bathing in the surgical soap and the days following up until day of surgery! YAY its finally coming!

I'm still in disbelief. I can't believe that this HORRIBLE chunk of unwanted skin will be GONE for GOOOOOOD! No more sleeping next to "it" when I lay on my side and no more buying jeans too big to cover my "pouch".

I am hoping to post whatever and whenever I can. Thank you all for your love and support! TTFN! ]]> armywife456 http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/50349-only-4-days-till-my-tummy-tuck.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/50066-they-moved-my-tt-date-nervous.html Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:04:50 GMT So, I was scheduled for my TT on Sept. 28th and just got a call Thursday to move it to Sept. 9th! YEAH two weeks early!!! I am so stoked! WOOHOO!
Now, suddenly my nerves kick in! I am very nervous about keeping my head on straight through this whole process!
I like to think I'm ready for the changes that my body will undergo through the healing process but man am I scared! I know there will be PAIN, drains, and swelling. Hope I've dreamed of the worse case possible so that I'm completely pleased :) LOL
Any tips on keepin your feelings at bay or any pointers on what I should have close for surgery? I've got a "nanny" for two weeks for the kids and house (thanks mommy!) but will there be anything else I should consider maybe?? ]]> armywife456 http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/50066-they-moved-my-tt-date-nervous.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/49232-plastic-surgery-medicare.html Wed, 11 Aug 2010 04:28:46 GMT Hey,
I'm not even close to entertaining the idea of plastics but I'm just curious how Medicare is with it?
Are they very hard when it comes to approving for any plastics procedures?
Has anyone out there dealt with them before?
Thanks!:p ]]> Risa1021 http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/49232-plastic-surgery-medicare.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/49153-plastic-not-plastic-anyone-lv.html Mon, 09 Aug 2010 02:24:09 GMT I am in Las Vegas and have been reseaching plastic surgery for all the excess skin. I started at 389 and am now at 189 with about 35 pounds of excess skin according to my Dr. I hate the way it looks and am so embarrased by it. I need any insight on the costs I should expect as I know UHC doesnt... I am in Las Vegas and have been reseaching plastic surgery for all the excess skin. I started at 389 and am now at 189 with about 35 pounds of excess skin according to my Dr. I hate the way it looks and am so embarrased by it. I need any insight on the costs I should expect as I know UHC doesnt cover it although I get skin irritations. ANyone know a good Dr out here in LV? ]]> genuinentrue http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/49153-plastic-not-plastic-anyone-lv.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/49095-quick-question-about-something-i-aint-sure-about.html Sat, 07 Aug 2010 09:38:51 GMT Before surgery my highest was 411. I am now down to 215. I am thinking of talking to my doc about getting the skin surgery. I am unhappy about the skin, but should I wait a little more? Or if I get it soon and I lose say another 40 pounds will my skin end up looking like crap again? Or because I... Before surgery my highest was 411. I am now down to 215. I am thinking of talking to my doc about getting the skin surgery. I am unhappy about the skin, but should I wait a little more? Or if I get it soon and I lose say another 40 pounds will my skin end up looking like crap again? Or because I lost so much will the skin still stick to my muscles? I don't ever see myself losing another 40 pounds, but I think I can manage another 20 or so pounds. Any thoughts on how to go about this? And is there some way I can get my insurance to pay for it? I don't have much cash. ]]> Chuck122 http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/49095-quick-question-about-something-i-aint-sure-about.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/48791-plastic-surgery-scars.html Sun, 01 Aug 2010 01:37:45 GMT Just curious from those of you who have had body-lift type procedures if your scar was 3-D at all right after surgery (like a bump)...and if so, did it ever flatten out over time. Did you use anything specific on them? Just curious from those of you who have had body-lift type procedures if your scar was 3-D at all right after surgery (like a bump)...and if so, did it ever flatten out over time. Did you use anything specific on them? ]]> I_love_Hello Kitty http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/48791-plastic-surgery-scars.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/48713-kaiser-plastic-surgery.html Thu, 29 Jul 2010 23:31:57 GMT Just wondering if anyone has had Plastic Surgery with the Kaiser Permanente Plan Just wondering if anyone has had Plastic Surgery with the Kaiser Permanente Plan ]]> HuLynne http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/48713-kaiser-plastic-surgery.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/48589-looking-weight-loss-success-story-boca-raton-magazine.html Tue, 27 Jul 2010 13:19:48 GMT I am working on a feature story about obesity for Boca Raton magazine, and I'm desperately looking for a source from Palm Beach or Broward County who is between 18 and 25 and lost at least 100 pounds due to gastric bypass or the lap-band (preferably male and an ethnicity). If you or someone you knows meets this description and might be interested in being interviewed for this story, please let me know as soon as possible.

Background: The story will explore the growing issue of childhood obesity, focusing on Florida, and South Florida in particular. It will include research, statistics and expert quotes, as well as sidebars with local resources and tips. We tell the story in part through local people who are dealing with the subject matter. I know weight is always a sensitive issue, but participation in this story will provide inspiration to our readers (so many of which are dealing with their weight or their child's weight), and sources will be cast in a positive light for the steps taken to address their weight.

Emily Moorhouse
Assistant Editor
Boca Raton magazine
5455 N. Federal Highway, Suite M
Boca Raton, FL 33487
(561) 997-8683 ext. 225
Boca Raton Magazine - Boca's best resource for dining, nightlife, shopping, sports and recreation in Boca Raton Florida.

Boca Raton won "Best Overall Magazine" in its circulation category for 2005, 2006, 2008 and 2009 in Florida Magazine Association's annual awards contest. ]]> emrhs http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/48589-looking-weight-loss-success-story-boca-raton-magazine.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/48445-turkey-neck.html Fri, 23 Jul 2010 17:54:25 GMT I am 10 weeks out and have lost 57 lbs, I am starting to notice saggy skin under my chin/neck area! Is there any products or excersise that you have found helps with this....too early out to think about plastic surgery. I am 10 weeks out and have lost 57 lbs, I am starting to notice saggy skin under my chin/neck area! Is there any products or excersise that you have found helps with this....too early out to think about plastic surgery. ]]> tlbowen88 http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/48445-turkey-neck.html