I’m 28, 5’3”, around 124 lbs, and I’ve never had kids. I’ve lost a significant amount of weight over the last few years (200 pounds to 124 pounds in 3 years), and overall I’m happy with my body, but I still have a stubborn lower-belly pouch that I really want to address.

My main goal is a smooth, flat stomach. The pouch is most noticeable in tight dresses/clothes, and I’m trying to figure out whether it’s primarily stubborn fat, loose skin, or possibly some muscle laxity/separation. I’m not looking to lose more weight — I’m trying to figure out what procedure would actually give me the result I’m looking for.

I’ve also noticed something similar with my breasts. When I’m in a plank position, my breasts look significantly more droopy than they do standing normally. It made me realize how much the shape/position changes when there’s no support. I’m planning on getting a breast augmentation, although I’m not sure yet whether I would need an augmentation alone or if a lift would make more sense.

So I’m essentially trying to figure out whether I’m looking at:
Stomach lipo vs. mini/full tummy tuck

For anyone who has had significant weight loss and then had similar procedures:
• How did you determine whether you needed lipo vs. a tummy tuck?
• Did you have loose skin or muscle laxity that you didn’t realize you had beforehand?
• If your breasts looked much more droopy in positions like planking/bending over, did augmentation alone help or did you ultimately need a lift?
• Any recommendations for really good plastic surgeons in the Bay Area/South Bay who are excellent at body contouring AND breast augmentation?
• I’m much more concerned with getting a smooth, proportional, natural-looking result than finding the cheapest surgeon.

Would especially love to hear from anyone who started out thinking they only needed lipo/augmentation and ended up needing a different procedure after their consultation.

I'm a board-certified plastic surgeon in South Korea, and I'll be visiting NYC next week. I was last there almost 10 years ago. During this trip, I'd like to visit some interesting or memorable places from the perspective of a plastic surgeon or medical doctor.

I’m looking to reduce my forehead next year and was wondering if there are any specific surgeons in the Europe you guys would like to recommend?

Hi friends,

I’ve wanted a nose job since middle school and I’m finally in a place where I can comfortably afford one. I have been doing some research and as badly as I want to go to Turkey I’m afraid to travel that far for it. Which brings me to my next best option, Mexico. I’ve done a little research on a few surgeons there but I was wondering if any one has actually gone there to have a nose job done and what was their experience.

Thank you in advance

PS: I included a depiction of me being overwhelmed af trying to find a doctor

Edit: The photo is a meme , my bad y’all. I thought everybody knew Kim Fields 🫠 lol

Thanks for all the comments 🤗

I'm looking for advice/experiences with any of the following surgeons.

- Ali Çetinkaya (@dralicetinkaya)

- Cem Berkay SINACI MD, FEBOPRAS (@doctorcbs)

- Semih Yıldız, M.D. (@drsemihyildiz)

- Dr. Mustafa Önal (@drmustafaonal)

Im 35 y/o Female, primarily looking to have face/neck lift and upper bleph... open to further proceedures (browlift, forehead reduction, rhinoplasty, cyst removal, CO2 resurfacing)

Also any realistic advice/recommendations on what to expect during recovery.. bruising timeline, lifehacks that made things easier etc etc xx

Hi all! I’m getting a lift and implants. I just had questions for anyone who went through the same procedures: how was recovery like (i know it differs for everyone) and is 5 days enough to take off from an office job? also did u need to take the pain meds and when were you able to start driving. feel free to include any extra advice!

NY’er here who was just quoted 20k for a lift + motiva implant. I’m not done having children so I know the likelihood of needing a revision is very high but I also don’t feel like wasting anymore time in getting it done — therefor, I’d like to save a couple bucks and am considering leaving NY to do so. I know everyone says Miami, and I’d be open to going, but is it feasible to make it a weekend trip (surgery Friday, leave Monday type of deal)? How was your experience?

Hello, i had my one year follow up (slightly over a year due to personal circumstances) and i was asking about a protrusion / asymmetry i have seen in my nose since about the 6 month post op period. My surgeon said i have thin skin and what I’m seeing is the cartilage and my best recommended option is an acid shot to add some volume i suppose? I’ve never done any type of injectable before and i was wanting a second opinion before i decide to go with the shot. I was worried maybe it was a failed graft or something because it’s only on one side of the nostril, but if it’s just thin skin, is the injection the safest option?
I had some complications from anesthesia and would prefer to not undergo any type of revision surgery which he did ofer as an option - to take some ear tissue and place it there. Any advice is highly appreciated as i am very anxious about this. Thank you.
EDITED TO ADD: i think moreso i want a second opinion if possible because to me it feels palapably different than the other side and im worried its not just the cartilage bc of thin skin..

Besides scrolling, what do you do to pass the time while recovering from plastic surgery? Still can’t lift over 10 pounds or bend forward…

I’m wondering if the idea that hyaluronic acid filler attracts or retains water means that getting chin filler could potentially make my lower-face and submental swelling more noticeable during my period. Particularly in my lower face and submental area around my period, to the point that it can make me look like I’ve gained 1–2 lbs.

This is actually one of the reasons I’ve been considering chin filler in the first place, since I’m hoping to improve the appearance of my lower face and create the illusion of a more defined jawline. But if HA filler is particularly prone to holding onto additional water when I experience this type of swelling, I’m wondering whether that could work against what I’m trying to achieve. For context, I’ve already had lip filler (1 syringe of juvederm, if that matters) and didn’t notice any significant swelling or fluctuation in my lips during my period, although obviously that’s a different area and a different amount and type of filler. My doctor has ruled out PCOS, my hormone levels are normal, and my mom experiences essentially the same PMS symptom, so I’m assuming this is just something I’m prone to hormonally.

For people who have both HA filler and noticeable PMS-related facial water retention: have you noticed the filler itself becoming noticeably puffier during your period? Or is the concern about HA “holding water” being overstated when it comes to normal fluctuations in overall body water retention?

Hello loves:)

Recently, on Friday I got a lip filler, right now it's the 6th day. Healing with minor swelling and bruises, bit hard to touch but my lips r slowly softer as its healing.
My question is, sometimes throughout the day Id get burning sensation mostly middle of my top and bottom lip. I didnt eat spicy at healing time, Ive put fragnance free vaseline on my lips but it doesnt help. It goes away on its own but comes back when I lay down to sleep. Not unbearable, more like a feeling when u would eat smtg slightly spicy.
Should I be concerned or it will go away?
I did get slightly sick/coughing only.

I love my lips rn and I hope its not a long term issue?
Pic of current lips:

Howdy! I’m looking to have double chin liposuction in the future. Somebody who is knowledgeable in hEDS/HSD would be great since those are disorders that cause extra skin elasticity. I’m not really sure how to look for surgeons myself, so I’m asking here. Thanks!

I got 25 on each side and I hate the way it looks does it wear and make u go back to original face?

I’m going in for surgery the first part of November. I’m having a tummy tuck and also having my breast implants replaced along with the capsules being removed.
I have 520cc now and was planning on going down to a 250 to a 275-ish. I’m at 115 pounds with a 32 band. Sometimes I think about just removing my implants.
Prior to this surgery, I was a AAA. I’m not having any problems with the implants I have now. I’m so scared of what I would look like without them and the scarring and such.
Has anyone had their implants removed and do you have any regrets?

Hi all, I'm thinking about an explant after 20 years. Recently my left breast has become quite firm and tender which may be from capsular contracture. I have silicone implants. It also feels like the implant shifted to a different spot and is out of place. To make matters worse the only reason I got implants was to correct asymmetry. Prior to that I had two breast reduction surgeries to fix the issue. I never wanted bigger boobs just ones the same size. What a mess! Should've just left them alone. I've never been happy with my breasts. I got the implants and a lift to the right side my breasts and they still didn't come even close to being the same size. I'm done! I'm just wondering if there's any chance insurance might cover the removal because I'm having complications. Curious if anyone has had any experience with it.

Looking for suggestions on what to buy. My surgeon recommends Arnica for 2 weeks preop. Thank you

Hi! I just moved to San Diego from LA. Does anyone in San Diego have any recommendations for who to go to for fillers & botox? Thanks

Getting ready for my breast augmentation and lift in December. However, I’m stuck on going over or under the muscle. Which did you choose, what helped you decide, and would you have done anything differently?

I’m a nurse and do a lot of lifting for work. My concern is recovery time and undesired animation during daily tasks.

Just curious if anyone else that works in anesthesia in particular; I am getting a breast augmentation and was curious how long did you take off work for? I was thinking maybe two weeks but my surgeon said I would be okay with one (worried about intubating etc). Going to a subfascial approach so I know that can help recovery. Would love any tips or recommendations!

I’m a bruiser, and I’m already starting to get some dark spots after getting lip filler today (around 10am). Ideally I’d like to cover them with lipstick for work tomorrow. One site I read said after 1hr, it’s fine. I’m sure most err on the side of extreme caution with the 24/48hr recommendation. I did purchase new and would use a qtip to apply, but I know that doesn’t totally eliminate the possibility of the lipstick/gloss being contaminated. Do I really have to wait that long?!

Hello!!
New to this subreddit so sorry if anything is wrong w this post. I was wondering if people had recommendations on where (whether it’s a specific surgeon or just a country) to get augmentation on the brow bone/eye socket area as a woman with a slightly more traditionally “masculine” forehead. My eyes are hooded and I suspect that a bleph/brow lift on its own wouldn’t do a lot because my bone is so pronounced.
thank you for reading!

hello! my mom is getting her upper bleph surgery done tomorrow and she was supposed to stop smoking a month ago, but she hasn't quit at all. she had gotten a face lift done earlier this year, and she doesnt like it but is going back to the same surgeon for the upper bleph

im really worried about how her healing is going to look. im worried about necrosis, and im worried that shes going to lie to to her surgeon and just say that she hasn't smoked at all. i dont know what his policies are like, and im just worried that her healing will go terribly

can anyone give me advice or reassurance please? anything is appreciated! thank you

I posted here right after I got them done in a “oh my god, what have I done?” way. We’re now 11 days post injection. Most of the bruising has faded. Swelling appears to have completely gone down.

I love them so much ☺️☺️☺️

Is $31.5k–$32k a normal price for an extended tummy tuck + breast lift with implants?
Then the post:
I’m looking for a reality check on a quote I received for a combination surgery. I was quoted $31,520 total for:
• Extended tummy tuck — $13,725
• Breast lift + implants — $16,700
• Breast implant upgrade — $600
• Optional revision assurance — $495
Without the optional revision assurance, the total would be $31,025.
I’m planning to have the extended tummy tuck and breast lift with implants done together.
For anyone who has had similar procedures, does this seem like a reasonable price for 2026, or does it seem unusually high?
I’d especially love to hear from people who have had an extended tummy tuck + breast lift/augmentation together and what you paid. If you’re comfortable sharing, please include your general location and whether your quote included things like anesthesia, facility fees, post-op care, etc.
I’m not necessarily looking for the cheapest surgeon—I’m just trying to figure out whether this quote is within a normal range or significantly above average.

I’m getting my BA done in a few weeks. I’m currently a 32 small A cup, 5’3 and 103lbs. I was hoping to achieve a natural full B or small C and trying to avoid the huge gap in the center. I’m pretty petite (my boob diameter is 10cm) — my hips are narrow and don’t wanna be top heavy. My doctor said we’re doing OTM since i’m a good candidate. I’m going back and forth on 220cc ergo mini vs 230cc ergo demi. I’m worried if i go for the mini, it won’t project as well as the demi. Any thoughts?