<![CDATA[ThinnerTimes - Gastric Bypass Forum, Lap Band Forum, and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy Forum - Reconstructive & Plastic Surgery]]> http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/ Discussions regarding reconstructive and plastic surgery following weight loss. en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:45:16 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/images/misc/rss.jpg <![CDATA[ThinnerTimes - Gastric Bypass Forum, Lap Band Forum, and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy Forum - Reconstructive & Plastic Surgery]]> http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/ Plastic Surgery and Anemia http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/40738-plastic-surgery-anemia.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:07:11 GMT I thought I would sent out a little FYI because I wish I would have know this could happen because it did happen and it SUCKS! I am 4 years out and 200 pounds down. I was scheduled to have a Arm lift, Implants, hernia repair and a T tummy tuck on 10-22-09. I went in for my pre op blood work... I thought I would sent out a little FYI because I wish I would have know this could happen because it did happen and it SUCKS!

I am 4 years out and 200 pounds down. I was scheduled to have a Arm lift, Implants, hernia repair and a T tummy tuck on 10-22-09. I went in for my pre op blood work the day before the operation was scheduled because they said my "levels were a little low". well after taking the test at 10:00am they called me at 5:00pm saying my test results had not improved and I couldn’t get everything done. I ended up just going in for Arms and boobs but the tummy was what I needed and wanted. ( arms and boobs look great! love it!)My iron level is 8.8 and normal is over 100. I sit here as I type getting a 7 hour long iron IV. it will take 30 to 45 days to get my levels up and I will probably have to have this IV 3 to 4 times a year!

Hope this saves a headache for someone! Get checked! ]]> SDphotogrl99 http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/40738-plastic-surgery-anemia.html Belt Lipectomy $$? http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/40616-belt-lipectomy.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:36:43 GMT Hello all, I met with a plastic surgeon today about removing my loose skin around my lower abdomen via a panniculectomy (sp?) due to lower back pain. After talking with him and taking several embarrassing (but necessary and legal) naked body pictures he actually recommended a belt lipectomy... Hello all,

I met with a plastic surgeon today about removing my loose skin around my lower abdomen via a panniculectomy (sp?) due to lower back pain. After talking with him and taking several embarrassing (but necessary and legal) naked body pictures he actually recommended a belt lipectomy instead. It is a combination of pannus removal, abdominoplasty, liposuction (minimal) and skin tightening in front and back of the body.

The insurance lady at his office said that if insurance covered any of it it would only be the work in the front, but not the back. As a result, she broke down the prices if there was some coverage versus complete self-pay. She said that if insurance covered part of it, I'd be responsible for $2500. If insurance didn't cover anything, it would be $7,650 out the door.

Is that a good price for this surgery? I think it is not bad, but I'm new to plastics. Any tips? ]]> Chia http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/40616-belt-lipectomy.html Chin/Neck area hanging down http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/40541-chin-neck-area-hanging-down.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:30:32 GMT Well I had a big chin that is now all sagging on my next. The wife is joking it it will soon begin to look like a vagina, gahhhhhh! Anyways, has anyone had this type of surgery here and if so how did it go for you and what were the costs and recuperation time? How much pain? Well I had a big chin that is now all sagging on my next. The wife is joking it it will soon begin to look like a vagina, gahhhhhh! Anyways, has anyone had this type of surgery here and if so how did it go for you and what were the costs and recuperation time? How much pain? ]]> Wusang http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/40541-chin-neck-area-hanging-down.html Letters???? http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/40379-letters.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:35:41 GMT Hi Everyone...I have not been on here in a few weeks...So I have LOTS of catching up to do. But can anyone tell me where to find the insurance appeal example letters? I thought that there was a sticky to them somewhere? I am going to start the appeals process for my insurance and need the help... Hi Everyone...I have not been on here in a few weeks...So I have LOTS of catching up to do. But can anyone tell me where to find the insurance appeal example letters? I thought that there was a sticky to them somewhere? I am going to start the appeals process for my insurance and need the help of those letters!! :O) THANKS!! ]]> 88Shelly88 http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/40379-letters.html Plastics Question http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/40189-plastics-question.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 02:00:05 GMT I had my RNY Gastric Bypass in February 2009....I have lost 118 lbs so far. I am interested in getting Plastics done soon. Is that something someone who is almost 9 months Post-Op should consider at this time?? I had my RNY Gastric Bypass in February 2009....I have lost 118 lbs so far. I am interested in getting Plastics done soon. Is that something someone who is almost 9 months Post-Op should consider at this time?? ]]> ChoirSparkle http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/40189-plastics-question.html Wrap yourself skinny? http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/40079-wrap-yourself-skinny.html Wed, 28 Oct 2009 20:12:15 GMT Has anyone ever tried any of the wrap products that are supposed to be an alternative to plastic surgury? Someone I know referred me to this site www.wrapyourselfskinny.com and swears that it works. I haven't seen her results in person and pictures aren't always the best way to tell. ]]> jad0327 http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/40079-wrap-yourself-skinny.html Tummy Tuck and Breast PS? http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/39985-tummy-tuck-breast-ps.html Mon, 26 Oct 2009 02:51:48 GMT I was wondering if during a normal TT do they also remove the extra skin from you love handle's, back, and bra area? Or is that a separate surgery?

Did most of you women have a significant size reduction after you WLS? This is what my husband is most concerned with. lol...Men! ]]> Mrs.Browning http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/39985-tummy-tuck-breast-ps.html PS Consult next week http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/39923-ps-consult-next-week.html Fri, 23 Oct 2009 19:54:42 GMT Ok yall, I am so excited. I have a plastic surgery consult next week. I really don't know where to start, what to ask...any advice would be very much appreciated!

I am trying to move fast on this because my insurance is changing as of Jan 1st. The current insurance that I have will cover the tummy tuck. I don't have approval yet, but I did call the insurance company and it is something that they cover (given that the doctor uses the right "codes"). Anyway, since my insurance is changing in January, I want to try to get it done before it changes. Next year we are going to have huge deductibles and co-insurance and I doubt if I will be able to do it anytime soon at that point.

Anyway, if you guys have any advice, I would love to hear it.

Thanks! ]]> mermiesmom http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/39923-ps-consult-next-week.html Plastic Surgery Presentation http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/39540-plastic-surgery-presentation.html Mon, 12 Oct 2009 19:08:32 GMT Dr. Batra (Plastic Surgeon) will be the guest speaker at the North County Coastal support meeting. Anyone is welcome to come. Spouses are encouraged. He has an entertaining, informative and graphic presentation.

October 13, 2009
7:00 p.m.
Rain's House
(p.m. for address) ]]> rainrain http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/39540-plastic-surgery-presentation.html 8 Months Post Tummy Tuck http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/reconstructive-plastic-surgery/39314-8-months-post-tummy-tuck.html Sun, 04 Oct 2009 02:40:01 GMT Greetings All,
I'm pretty much satisfied with the results of my tummy tuck. (Included muscle tightening) My tummy is pretty flat on most days. However, for the past week I've experienced noticable swelling. Is it normal to still experience some form of swelling at 8 months post op. It's more of a bloated look than the initial swelling. (The top of my bellly appears bloated.) I also appear very bloated after I eat. Again, it will only last a few days, and then it's flat again. Any thoughts? In addition, I've finally built up enough nerve to post a post tummy tuck pic. (Seven pounds of skin removed during procedure. My surgeon indicated that I did not have a lot of body fat, therefore lipo wasn't necessary.)
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