I was wondering after I get my sleeve surgery is there anyway I can get Botox or fillers on my face? I really need fillers under my eyes because eye bags are horrible and I'm sure it would be cheaper there.

I have no idea ... I figured they were far away from each other so it would be ok lol

Is it really a good idea to introduce botulism to a body that is recovering from a major surgery?

I'm actually interested in Restylane or Juvaderm for the hollows under my eyes.

Oh ok.. Ya skeered me there! It definitely won't work for those who have a rough recovery' date=' I guess. From what I read there are quite a few who are feeling awful and would not even be able to make it around TJ let alone off to another dr appt.

I feel VERY fortunate[/quote']

There isn't much "healing" from Botox is there? I figure ill be relaxing for a few days and having naps Inbetween my walks so it would be a good time to try?? In Nz it's around $600/$700 too. I'm doing single incision so I should be up for a short cab ride. Surgery sat - book it for Wednesday? Leaving TJ Thursday

If this is your first time experimenting with Botox, you shouldn't do it simply because you could be allergic to it and the warning signs of an allergic reaction are pretty close if not identical to things you may experience after your surgery. For example: nausea, Diarrhea, stomach pain, pain spreading to your arm or shoulder, fever, cough, flu like symptoms....these could also point to a problem with your sleeve. How will you be able to pin point the source of the problem?

If this is your first time experimenting with Botox' date=' you shouldn't do it simply because you could be allergic to it and the warning signs of an allergic reaction are pretty close if not identical to things you may experience after your surgery. For example: nausea, Diarrhea, stomach pain, pain spreading to your arm or shoulder, fever, cough, flu like symptoms....these could also point to a problem with your sleeve. How will you be able to pin point the source of the problem?[/quote']

Dang it! You make a very good point haha

Ok I'll have to wait lol

Hi Rollargirl,

I LOVE BOTOX! However, I get a little dizzy & get a dull headache for about 4-7 days after....

If this is your first time experimenting with Botox, you shouldn't do it simply because you could be allergic to it and the warning signs of an allergic reaction are pretty close if not identical to things you may experience after your surgery. For example: nausea, Diarrhea, stomach pain, pain spreading to your arm or shoulder, fever, cough, flu like symptoms....these could also point to a problem with your sleeve. How will you be able to pin point the source of the problem?

Just based on this alone my sweet, you might want to rethink. Talk later gator

I would rather combine what I can while I'm down there because I don't plan on going back so since its cheaper for fillers etc. down there then I want to go ahead and get it all at one time.

I get scared about the fillers while losing weight, what about if your face gets super skinny those fillers take about a year to go away and then you have a lumpy face maybe I'm paranoid lol I'm not getting Botox or fillers until I'm at goal which is in about 30 lbs

Yes agreed ladies - prob not the best idea to try 2 drastic things I've never done before haha

Well..dang! I guess I'm a fortunate person. No pain or issues with my surgery and then got Botox without any pain or issues and couldn't even tell I got it until I looked in mirror. I am humbled for sure.

My dermatologist in the states Dr Kim here in Tacoma would disagree with you on that.

Thats OK, its just a personal opinion.

I was thinking of doing something while I was there. Dr Quinones works in one hospital and Sanchez Medical services has 2 hospitals, the other for plastics. I would had loved to get these lines filled in around my eyes lol. Money wise I could not:( Good lucka nd congrats!!!

Do you think we have to get an appointment? Or could you call them up if everything is going great get in pretty quickly? I don't want to take a bunch of cash with out a reason. But I would do botox! Is there a way to have a skin prick and then wait 24 hours (like hair color) to see if one is allergic? What a great idea.

Do you think we have to get an appointment? Or could you call them up if everything is going great get in pretty quickly? I don't want to take a bunch of cash with out a reason. But I would do botox! Is there a way to have a skin prick and then wait 24 hours (like hair color) to see if one is allergic? What a great idea.

I'm sure they will get you in if you decide you want it.

I was thinking I could maybe go for a test needle before I leave for the trip?? Then I would feel better booking it a few days after my surgery. I'm staying 3 nights in the hotel.