From the moment I walked into the free consultation to the day I had my surgery, Sono Bello nurses, Dr.'s and help staff demonstrated above and beyond customer service. My husband and I went to the consultation together and they answered any questions I had. I was very comfortable asking questions about procedures, credentials and costs without feeling judged. Within an hour, my decision was made to have my upper and lower abdomin, waist (love handles :) and inner thighs. For all 4 sections, the cost was $4996 no hidden costs. I called many times before surgery to ask questions that came up and every time was treated with respect and was getting more and more excited. On the day of surgery, I felt like I was with friends. The nurse held my hand because I tend to get a little shakey and talked to me the whole time. I got to watch the fat get sucked out! For some that may seem disgusting but for me it was awesome! They had put me on pain meds prior to surgery and I had taken arnicare 2 days earlier to help with the brusing (mild) and swelling to come. I left afterwards with antibiotics, arnicare and instructions which were clearly explained on the phone previously and then the day of. I am currently 5 weeks post op. Many parts look considerally better. My upper abdomin still isn't quite where I hope it will get to but they told me I will have about 65% of my results at 8 weeks so I am still hopeful. However, seeing how I fit clothes with no love handles is one of the best feelings in the world! The day after surgery I was out of commission because of the pain meds but I was able to function ok by day 2 without people knowing. I was in discomfort for about a week and could not comfortably hold my child for about 2 weeks. I took advil for a week but nothing stronger and was fine. Yes, I could hold him day 2 but comfortably it took a while. I didn't really lose weight in the process but my shape has changed significantly. I started out in surgery about 128 but had lost about 65 pounds over 10 years ago so I wanted to have the body I always wished for. Things I wish I knew. . .bruising on my thighs took 2-3 weeks to dissapear and became worse a few days after the surgery. Buy a good compression garment and wear it as much as possible for at least the first month (the one they give you is only good for a few days), it really does make a difference and be patient but it's definitely worth it. Thanks Sono Bello!
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