Patient Reviews
Patient Reviews
If you're looking for personalized treatments designed to not only meet but exceed your aesthetic goals, the team at Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery is ready to see you! Specializing in both surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic procedures, our exceptionally skilled team is proud to work with patients in and around Birmingham, AL to address a wide range of aesthetic needs. Throughout the years, we have had the delight of hearing from men and women just like you who benefitted from our care and experience firsthand. We understand that trust is important when it comes to choosing a plastic surgeon, which is why we invite you to browse through our collection of patient reviews before you schedule your consultation. When you're ready to take the first step toward a new you, we welcome you to reach out.
"I looked and searched for a practice I felt comfortable with for a mommy makeover. I found the team for Dr. Hedden to be very kind and helpful, but also encouraging and not pushy. I had recently lost 30 lbs post babies and it had caused a lot of insecurities that I wanted to address. I am 3 weeks post op, and I'm feeling really good- my results are great! I was very impressed with Dr. Hedden's bedside manner. This experience, and the confidence it gave me back has really changed my mind about this procedure, and how much it can boost a woman's confidence. Thank you Dr. Hedden and team!!"
"After losing almost a hundred pounds, I was left with extremely loose, sagging skin, and after consulting with three plastic surgeons, I decided to go with Dr. Halka. He is exceptionally kind and patient with all my questions and concerns, and I am so happy I chose him as my surgeon. He did my brachioplasty (arm lift) and breast lift 7 weeks ago, and I am thrilled with my results. My scars look fantastic, and I honestly can’t believe how wonderfully everything is healing. I’ve had zero problems or complications. Dr. Halka will be performing my next two surgeries, a lower body lift and a thigh lift, in the coming months, and I have no worries about my care and comfort in his hands. The nurses and staff at Hedden and Gunn have also all been extremely helpful and friendly. As nervous as I was to start this journey of skin removal and reconstruction, Dr. Halka and the entire H&G team have made it as easy and painless as it could be, and I am so grateful."
"A Whole New Me! - What a life-changing experience with Dr. Halka! As a 45-year-old woman, wife, and mother, I finally realized that taking care of myself IS taking care of my family. I decided to put myself and my health first for a change and set a goal to lose the excess weight I've been carrying around my entire life. With bariatric surgery, a complete lifestyle change to a low-carb diet, and 4-6 intense 5 am workouts weekly, I lost 110 pounds and have maintained the loss for two and a half years. This was ah-mazing! However, after two years of hard work and dedication, my body was still a saggy, floppy mess even after the incredible weight loss. I decided to go for a Mommy Makeover consultation at Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery after following them on Instagram for about a year. I met with Dr. Halka, who was very thorough and took his time explaining everything, answering all of my questions, and addressing all of my concerns. I went on two other consultations in Huntsville, AL, and Chattanooga, TN as those locations are closer to my home, but ultimately, I chose Dr. Halka's plan for the procedure and recovery because it was the best. We decided on a 360 body lift with muscle repair and lipo, breast augmentation with 500 cc Mentor silicone implants placed above the muscle, and fat transfer to the buttocks. The procedure went smoothly with no complications, and I followed the post-op instructions to the letter. Now, 12 weeks post-op, I am incredibly happy with my results. Dr. Halka didn't just perform a Mommy Makeover, he created a whole new version of me. I'm in the best shape of my life and finally, at 47 years of age, I feel confident, beautiful, and comfortable in my skin. I'm incredibly grateful for Dr. Halka's kindness, talent, and expertise. I can't imagine having a better experience."
"After losing 110 pounds, I was left with excess skin, and I decided to consult with Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery for a Mommy Makeover after following them on Instagram for a year. During the consultation, Dr. Halka was very patient, answering all my questions and addressing all my concerns. Although I went on two other consultations, I chose Dr. Halka's plan for the procedure and recovery since it seemed to be the best for me. The procedure went smoothly, and I followed all the post-op instructions meticulously. Now, after 12 weeks post-op, I'm thrilled with the results. Dr. Halka didn't just perform a Mommy Makeover; he transformed me entirely. I'm now in the best shape of my life and finally feel confident, beautiful, and comfortable in my skin at 47 years old. I'm grateful for Dr. Halka's kindness, talents, and expertise, and the Hedden & Gunn staff's professionalism, kindness, and accommodation made the experience even better. Overall, I couldn't have asked for a better experience."
"Dr. Hedden and his staff were amazing and took excellent care of me!!! I am very pleased with my tummy tuck and feel more confident! My only regret is that I didn’t do it sooner!"
"If you are considering going to another plastic surgeon, I urge you to reconsider. Dr. Hedden works magic. I had a tummy tuck with another Birmingham doctor three years ago and was left deformed. I had ripples all over my stomach and loose skin. It killed my confidence. After vetting many other plastic surgeons in the Birmingham area, I decided to pull the trigger on Dr. Hedden in June. My case was challenging, but it never phased Dr. Hedden to do a revision. I also decided to have a lift and implants put in. Words cannot describe how happy I am. I feel like myself again for the first time in years. Don’t walk….RUN to Dr. Hedden. I can promise you….you will NOT be disappointed. Thank you Dr. Hedden and all the amazing ladies that work there. Y’all are the best."
"If you are considering going to another plastic surgeon, I urge you to reconsider. Dr. Hedden works magic. I had a tummy tuck with another Birmingham doctor three years ago and was left deformed. I had ripples all over my stomach and loose skin. It killed my confidence. After vetting many other plastic surgeons in the Birmingham area, I decided to pull the trigger on Dr. Hedden in June. My case was challenging, but it never phased Dr. Hedden to do a revision. I also decided to have a lift and implants put in. Words cannot describe how happy I am. I feel like myself again for the first time in years. Don't walk....RUN to Dr. Hedden. I can promise you....you will NOT be disappointed.Thank you Dr. Hedden and all the amazing ladies that work there. Y'all are the best."
"I feel like myself again for the first time in years - If you are considering going to another plastic surgeon, I urge you to reconsider. Dr. Hedden works magic. I had a tummy tuck with another Birmingham doctor three years ago and was left deformed. I had ripples all over my stomach and loose skin. It killed my confidence. After vetting many other plastic surgeons in the Birmingham area, I decided to pull the trigger on Dr. Hedden in June. My case was challenging, but it never phased Dr. Hedden to do a revision. I also decided to have a lift and implants put in. Words cannot describe how happy I am. I feel like myself again for the first time in years. Don’t walk….RUN to Dr. Hedden. I can promise you….you will NOT be disappointed.Thank you Dr. Hedden and all the amazing ladies that work there. Y’all are the best."
"If you are considering going to another plastic surgeon, I urge you to reconsider. Dr. Hedden works magic. I had a tummy tuck with another Birmingham doctor three years ago and was left deformed. I had ripples all over my stomach and loose skin. It killed my confidence. After vetting many other plastic surgeons in the Birmingham area, I decided to pull the trigger on Dr. Hedden in June. My case was challenging, but it never phased Dr. Hedden to do a revision. I also decided to have a lift and implants put in. Words cannot describe how happy I am. I feel like myself again for the first time in years. Don’t walk….RUN to Dr. Hedden. I can promise you….you will NOT be disappointed. Thank you Dr. Hedden and all the amazing ladies that work there. Y’all are the best."
"If you are considering going to another plastic surgeon, I urge you to reconsider. Dr. Hedden works magic. I had a tummy tuck with another Birmingham doctor three years ago and was left deformed. I had ripples all over my stomach and loose skin. It killed my confidence. After vetting many other plastic surgeons in the Birmingham area, I decided to pull the trigger on Dr. Hedden in June. My case was challenging, but it never phased Dr. Hedden to do a revision. I also decided to have a lift and implants put in. Words cannot describe how happy I am. I feel like myself again for the first time in years. Don’t walk….RUN to Dr. Hedden. I can promise you….you will NOT be disappointed.Thank you Dr. Hedden and all the amazing ladies that work there. Y’all are the best."
"I had a bbl, tummy tuck, breast reduction and lift. Dr. Hedden is great. It was a fast and healthy recovery."
"2 months post-op from tummy tuck and breast augmentation with lift , I am very pleased with my recovery and the results of my procedure. Dr. Hedden and his staff were all very polite and knowledgably. They have a beautiful, clean office and surgical suite. I strongly recommend Dr. William Hedden for any surgical wants or needs."
"Very pleased with my recovery and the results - 2 months post-op from tummy tuck and breast augmentation with lift , I am very pleased with my recovery and the results of my procedure. Dr. Hedden and his staff were all very polite and knowledgably. They have a beautiful, clean office and surgical suite. I strongly recommend Dr. William Hedden for any surgical wants or needs."
"Easy recovery and very satisfied with my results - Dr Hedden did a fantastic job in June of 2022 I had a plus size tummy tuck with lipo to flanks and upper abdomen as well as a breast augmentation. I had tuberous breast deformity and was scheduled to also have a lift at time of the original surgery. There is always a risk that they cannot complete the lift due to something I can’t recall. But I had 450 cc saline implants put in and my breast looked pretty awful due to my deformation. He released the bands and they settled in and turned out we could get away with not doing a lift but since they had stretched I could then do a swap to silicone and opted for 750 cc which look extremely natural. Having two surgeries to get them where I wanted was understandable and worth it. My recovery was easy just follow all instructions. I am very satisfied with my results."
"4 months post-op liposuction - beyond impressed with my outcome - Dr Hedden took me in his care at the worst time of my life I had a previous surgery that was not performed by Dr. Hedden INITIALLY I felt that I was not getting the care that I needed I can not thank him enough for taking care of me I highly recommend Dr. Hedden for the highly professional level of care I received I called 7 different Plastic Surgeon he was the only one that would accept me I am beyond impressed with my outcome you can value and respect his opinion Thank God for Dr Hedden and his wonderful staff"
"I highly recommend Dr Hedden. When I was considering having a tummy tuck to tighten loose skin, I had a lot of questions and wanted to make sure I chose the right doctor. I called a friend who previously worked for Dr. Hedden. She went on and on about what a skilled physician he was and how talented he was. When I went in for my consultation, he sat down and we discussed everything about the surgery and what I could expect post surgery. I had a lot of questions and he took plenty of time to answer them all. I even asked him about another procedure that I was curious about and he told me I didn’t need it. He didn’t try to make another sale, he simply said, “you don’t need that.” After we talked, I knew immediately, he was the doctor for me. The day of my surgery, I was a little nervous. The nurse told Dr. Hedden and he came in and reassured me. He is so awesome! My surgery and recovery went smoothly and I have been extremely pleased with my results."
"I had a tummy tuck and breast implant replacement in July 2022. Dr. Hedden was very professional and did an outstanding job! I would recommend him for any cosmetic surgery needs. He and his staff are very friendly and make you feel comfortable."
"Dr. Hedden is very kind and compassionate. He did a wonderful job on my tummy tuck. I’m only six weeks out, but very pleased with the results already! He took time and attention with my post op care. He truly is the best! Minimal pain, I would trust him with my health completely. The Anesthesiologist was very thorough. I was so nervous on surgery day! He calmed me down and asked great questions to provide the best care. You cant go wrong with this practice."
"I had a bbl and lipo 360 with Dr. Hedden last year, and I’ve been very happy with my results. I did an online consultation. The following appointments were pretty quick, and overall, the price was reasonable for what I had done. They were very straight forward about pricing and everything involved with the surgery. They also have good post surgery support, which I appreciated. I really liked that they have an after hours line for any problems you may have, and I could get in touch with an on call nurse who actually answers if I had any issues. I recommend them. I’m happy with how my body turned out, and the overall process was very organized and went smoothly."
"Hedden Plastic Surgery is amazing! Dr. Hedden listens to what you want and performs his magic! The office is clean and the staff is knowledgeable and caring! I had a mommy makeover and I couldn’t be happier with my results!"
"I had a bbl, tummy tuck, breast reduction and lift. Dr. Hedden is great. It was a fast and healthy recovery."
"I couldn’t be more pleased with my mommy makeover results!! Dr. Hedden is amazing and he will listen to your wants! I felt very cared for by him and the entire office staff. I wish I had done the surgery sooner!"
"I am 2 months post-op from a mommy makeover and I couldn't be happier with my results. Dr. Hedden is the best and will prepare you for what to expect realistically. My only regret is that I didn't have the surgery sooner!"
"Tummy Tuck and breast implant replacement - did an outstanding job! - I had a tummy tuck and breast implant replacement in July 2022. Dr. Hedden was very professional and did an outstanding job! I would recommend him for any cosmetic surgery needs. He and his staff are very friendly and make you feel comfortable."
"I had an amazing experience with Dr Hedden and his staff. I had my surgery yesterday and it went as smooth as possible. very Great bed side manner . I had a breast Augmentation and love love my results. I will definitely be back for a tummy tuck to finish my mommy makeover. Keep up the great work Hedden plastic surgery!!!"
"I had an amazing experience with Dr Hedden and his staff. I had my surgery yesterday and it went as smooth as possible. very Great bed side manner . I had a breast Augmentation and love love my results. I will definitely be back for a tummy tuck to finish my mommy makeover. Keep up the great work Hedden plastic surgery!!!"
"Dr Hedden and his staff are the best in the business! He always takes time to listen to my goals and then explains to me how we can best accomplish my goals. I have always trusted his recommendations and without it my results would not have been satisfactory. Dr Hedden has done a breast augmentation, liposuction, and a tummy tuck on me over the years. Those surgeries boosted my confidence and motivated me to continue improving my body by eating healthier and working out. After I lost about 20lbs, I went back for a breast implant exchange. I’m 3 weeks post op. Never even required a pain pill. I look and feel so much better! Every experience has been flawless. I’ve sent 30+ friends who also love their results. If you are thinking about plastic surgery do it for yourself and go see Dr Hedden!"
"1 month post-op tummy tuck - very professional and compassionate - Dr. Hedden & his staff have been fantastic in my surgery journey. Their manner is very professional, yet compassionate. I have traveled to his facility (over 3.5 hours away) several times. It is worth every mile. His ultimate goal, is your happiness."
"Mommy makeover after over 100 lbs weight loss - After over. 100lbs weight loss I had a full tummy tuck with muscle repair and a breast lift with implants. Dr. Hedden and his staff were amazing and very helpful. I meet with over 4 doctors and they were by far the nicest and around $5000.00 cheaper then any doctor in North Alabama."
"bbl review - I recently had surgery on 9/9/22. I had lipo 360 w/ BBL. After gaining some weight, I wasn't happy with my body anymore. Despite diet and exercise, I still couldn't get the shape I wanted due to mostly fat on my waist. Originally, I was only going to get lipo done but figured I might as well use the fat while I have it since it's going to lipoed off anyways. I'm currently 3 weeks post op but the pictures I'm posting are from 2 weeks. Overall, I'm extremely happy with my results and finally have the body I've always dreamed of.Updated on 2 Oct 2021:I don’t have many good before pics on my phone, so I tried to do the best I could. Lol. I forgot to add the 2 weeks after pics to my initial review so here they are. I’ll also post updated pics next week. Updated on 27 Nov 2021:I love my results so much. They just keep getting better and better. Highly recommend dr. Hedden.Updated on 27 Nov 2021:I’ll post another update next month. "
"My Experiences at Hedden Plastic Surgery Have Been Flawless! He is the Best! - Dr Hedden and his staff are the best in the business. He always takes time to listen to my goals and then explains to me how we can best accomplish my goals. I have always trusted his recommendations and without it my outcome would not have been satisfactory. Dr Hedden has done breast augmentation, liposuction, BBL, and a tummy tuck on me over the years. Those surgeries boosted my confidence and motivated me to continue improving my body by eating healthier and working out. After I lost about 20lbs I recently went back for a breast implant exchange. I look and feel so much better! Every experience has been flawless. I’ve sent 30+ friends who also love their results. If you are thinking about plastic surgery do it fit yourself and go see Dr Hedden!"
"I love Heather she is just awesome!! Thank you Dr. Hedden and your staff for a wonderful experience. I got a Breast Augmentation on 12/3/2020 with 600cc's. I am so happy with the results already and I'm only 21 days post opt. They explained everything really well, I feel great, and my breast looked soooo good. I can't wait for March when Dr. Hedden does my tummy tuck."
"Lower body lift, Fat transfer, Breast lift with Implants In progress - The date has been scheduled so the waiting game begins. I'm so excited. So far so good. All explanations have been quite thorough and I feel very confident I am making tge right decision in the procedure I'm having and doctor I am using.Updated on 29 Dec 2020:The office received my balance from FedEx the other day so ish is getting real! I’ve been having vivid dreams about this procedure so yeah, Im nervous. Lol. I have 16 more days. Follow my journey on instagram @hunnye_wasabi. Updated on 5 Feb 2021:Hedden did a good job. I still have some cellulite in my butt but its improved a lot. I’m considering going back for more procedures."
"Doctor Hedden is a good plastic surgeon. He is extremely busy but he is extremely good at what he does. He did a tummy tuck on me as well as breast implants. I have no complaints with either. His staff are extremely friendly and sweet and answer any questions I have. I will definitely use him again in the future"
"Dr. Hedden and his staff were wonderful helping me navigate the process of a mommy makeover. All of my questions were answered and I felt very comfortable with our plan. I highly recommend Dr. Hedden and his team for any of your plastic surgery needs."
"BBL with dr.gunn - I had my BBL and 4 areas of lipo by Dr Gunn. I'm three weeks weeks post op. I'll start off by saying that I'm super happy with my results and I think Dr Gunn is an amazing surgeon! He's compassionate, he listens to what you want and is straight forward with helping you to be realistic about your surgery. He doesn't rush you. He listened to all my long list of questions. He gave me exactly what I wanted. The fact that you can text him with any questions is amazing as well. I highly recommend him. I saw Dr. hedden the next day after surgery, he was awesome as well. Both surgeons are kind and professional. I have no complaints and nothing negative to say about either surgeon.The only one negative experience with having my surgery at Hedden plastic surgery is the nurses. They are rude and are not just not kind and warm which is what you expect with a nurse. My pre op nurse was sweet, my post op nurse was terrible. She didn't help me at all it was actually the receptionist( with the British accent) that offered me water and crackers after surgery. my post op nurse was complaining that everyone left her, complaining about her children as well. (I don't know her name but shes middle aged with brown hair) This was while I was waking up after surgery. I did hear her say that Dr Gunn called to check on me so that made me feel better. They could use new nurses but overall my experience was positive. The surgeons are amazing so don't let the nurses stop you from having surgery with them."
"Awesome Tummy Tuck - I had an abdominoplasty May 28 and it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. It was worth every penny and I would do it all over again. The patient coordinator (Heather) answered all of my questions and assured me I would be just fine and completely satisfied and boy was she right! Prior to my surgery I watched a lot of videos and read so many reviews. I was prepared for the worst pain however my experience was completely different. I had some discomfort but over all nothing intolerable. Dr. Hedden did an amazing job. At my post op Appt the day after surgery I was already in love with my results and it keeps getting better. My belly button looks great too!!! My husband keeps telling me how good my stomach looks! I highly recommend Hedden Plastic Surgery! I’m completely satisfied!"
"Had BBL and lipo 360 with additional lipo to arms and thighs. Staff is amazing and so is facility. Dr Hedden is awesome. Highly recommend."
"I am a 31 year old mother of 5 who had been wishing for younger looking breasts and a flatter, tighter stomach for a while. I was very self conscious about the way I looked in and out of clothes! There always seemed to be something too bulgy, too droopy, too ugly. The worst was how my poor self image affected my private life with my wonderful husband and how my children always heard their mom speaking poorly of herself.
After having my 5th child, my husband told me he loved me like I was but knew that I didn't like myself. We could spend the money for surgery if I so desired! Beautiful breasts and a flat stomach were headed my way! I had multiple consultations with plastic surgeons and then finally settled on Dr. Hedden for his professionalism, expertise, competitive costs, friendly staff and wonderful bedside manner.
Almost one year ago, Dr. Hedden performed a breast lift with implants and a tummy tuck for me. A few hours after surgery, my husband was already complimenting how flat my stomach was. Of course he couldn't see the "girls" yet, but he tried peeking all he could!
I couldn't be happier with the results! Last summer, I sported a Victoria's Secret two piece for my first time and felt so confident in how I looked! I can't wait to find the perfect two piece again this year! I can now wear sexy night gowns and feel confident, loving that my husband stares even when I'm "not aware." There are still bulges, but they are bulges I want - bulges I paid for and welcome - bulges in all the right places. :)
A few months after surgery I went back to Dr. Hedden to start going through tattoo removal for a long hated tattoo I got while too young. I've had two treatments and it's turning out wonderfully!
If you've been thinking about surgery, I highly recommend doing it for yourself! Doing things for yourself can provide a lifetime of happiness in areas of your life you could have never dreamed of! Plastic surgery itself does not provide happiness. It's the confidence you feel afterwards that can change your world!
Go on multiple consultations. I can almost guarantee you'll choose Dr. Hedden in the end!"
"Mommy Makeover post three kids @34 and extreme weight loss - I had a tummy tuck, breast lift and implants with Dr. Hedden. I appreciated his readiness to both listen to me and also explain what I needed to get the results I wanted. Incredibly pleased with the outcome!"
"I can not recommend Dr. Hedden enough! I had previously consulted another plastic surgeon in Huntsville who would not give me what I wanted and the cost was astronomical! Dr. Hedden took my wants into consideration and was with me every step of the way. His staff was friendly and very helpful. I am now the proud owner of two amazing, perfect breasts and will be back for my tummy tuck!"
"Go NOW! - I'm recommending Dr. Hedden to everyone I come in contact with, that's how amazing he is!! I went in for a tummy tuck, and breast augmentation with a lift! He has my body too snatched, and I couldnt be happier! I love looking at myself in the mirror now. His incision lines are immaculate, and he is easy to talk to. Don't hesitate, go for it! You're welcome. ?T.P"
"Phenomenal Surgeons!! - I used Dr. Gunn at Hedden Plastic Surgery and he was phenomenal. He is working on fixing a poor tummy tuck done by a different plastic surgeon. Dr. Gunn is very personable and the results so far have exceeded my expectations. I live in Florida and chose Hedden and Gunn because of the results I saw! Also, patient coordinator Caitlyn Butler has so much patience and is so caring, a real asset to their practice! I highly recommend Dr. Hedden and Dr. Gunn!! Price of treatment was extremely reasonable as well! Can’t go wrong!"
"Questions for other tummy tuckers - I have wanted a tummy tuck for as long as I can remember and I was finally able to do with the help of Dr. Stephen Gunn. I love him, Dr. Hedden, and their staff. I wouldn't go anywhere else! I had a revised breast augmentation, tummy tuck, and lipo.I had my surgery on 8/10/19. I spent the night in Birmingham the night before my surgery and the night of my surgery so we didn't have to get up as early the morning of the surgery. I had very little anxiety the night before. It was more excitement. We got to the surgery center and were called back in a reasonable amount of time. They began prepping me and I went back within about an hour of arriving (I was the first patient that day). I went in the OR and the next thing I know I'm waking up to go back to the hotel. I was in some pain and could not stand upright, naturally. I highly recommend the Exparel shot - worth the extra money. My husband had my meds filled and kept my meds coming on schedule, day and night, for the first few days to stay "on top of" the pain. My recovery has been pretty unremarkable, but I am 10 days out and I am having so much hypersensitivity. I seem to be having a pity party today. Luckily I have read that this is somewhat normal, which makes me feel better. :) My skin literally hurts! I called and they said that was normal and would go away with time. The drains are also on my last nerve (hopefully will come out Sept 4 - 2 weeks is enough!). They are hurting more than anything else. I can't find anything to wear that will cover them up, so I'm stuck at home and going stir crazy. I may be having a reaction to some of the tape, because it is itching me to death. Lastly, they should make these binders in petite. Because I'm so short, mine rides up so bad and doesn't cover everything it needs to. I struggle with it constantly.Now, I am finished with my pity party and the "bad" and will continue with the "good." I am very pleased with my results. Are my results perfect? No, but there was so much to go from where I was to perfect, I'm completely happy with what I have. My only concern is that there is a distinct line at my hips, almost like saddle bags. I'm hoping that it is just swelling, but again, if that is all I have to deal with, I am still pretty "pumped" about my flat tummy.Do any of you have similar experiences with hypersensitivity or pain in the drain? Please share. Thank you.Updated on 4 Sep 2019:Went back for my two week appointment today.... He only took out one of the two drains. I was so disappointed, but I held in the tears while I was there. These drains are so irritating and are hurting so bad. I am thankful to get rid of one. He thought if he pulled both of them, I would have too much swelling above my belly button and it could cause me problems. I know it is for the best in the end. I go back next week to take stitches out of my BB and, hopefully, to get this other drain out.After the disappointment at the office, I decided to do a little retail therapy since I literally haven't been in real clothes in two weeks. It was much needed, but now I'm suffering from the swelling. Luckily, I don't have much to do tomorrow, so I can lay around and try to get rid of the swell hell."
"5'8" 550 CC's under the muscle saline biplaner - I have been wanting breast implants for around 15 years. And now my opportunity to get them has arrived! I have researched surgeons for months and found one I'm very happy with, that even before I scheduled my surgery returned my emails, even on the weekends. (I didn't expect a response until Monday, but how amazing) Since I live out of state from my surgeon I have spoken with numerous helpful associates and I have an in person consultation on the 25th. My surgery is scheduled for the 26th and I am so absolutely excited/scared. I still have some things to do on my to do list before my husband and I leave and I'm trying to get the rest of my list done today. As I work tomorrow and my husband and I leave after work. I was opting to get a tummy tuck first but decided to go with implants. I'm wanting saline implants under the muscle. I wanted to do a lift but I'm going to try implants first because a lift is more complicated and I have kids and a job to recover quickly for. My problem is I don't know how many CC's to get!? I'm 5'9" and I want to be around a dcup but I want them to look natural, not like melons. Lol I'm a small b now. Any advice???Updated on 6 Jul 2019:I had an amazing experience with Dr. Hedden. I had searched and searched for months trying to find just the right surgeon. I looked on here, read Google reviews, everything I could. I am so thrilled I decided on him. His staff and the nurses were all so kind and ready to help and made me feel so comfortable throughout the whole process. He gave me all the time I needed at the consultation to decide on a size and he has given me exactly what I wanted, even when I didn't understand all the details of how everything worked. He is extremely knowledgeable, knows what he is talking about, and is great at explaining everything. I'm so happy with the whole process. I had alot of questions after the surgery and always had prompt responses to help me and give me advice on everything. I love them and I love my results and will definitely be returning! I really can't say enough about Dr. Hedden and everyone there!!!Updated on 12 Jul 2019:I'm going to try to write this fast because it's gotten deleted two times already and I am tired of trying to get this to post. I have had five children I am 35 years old I got 550 cc's I'm extremely happy with them. The first week of recovery was hell. I thought after having five kids I would be able to bounce back pretty quickly but that was not the case I have been very sore very swollen. I started my massages early about a week after my surgery I started massaging and I do massage more than what's even recommended because I really want a good outcome from this. With all the sagging I have I was offered who left as well but I decided against that and I just went with implants and I got a biplanar position sothe implants should move down and look natural I'm still waiting for them to completely drop and fluff. I love them so far I'm extremely happy with the outcome I feel better about myself I'm going to be able to wear the bathing suits I want the shirts I want I have more confidence I'm very happy that I did this for myself. Sorry my pictures have been out of order but I'm very frustrated right now because some will load and some will not and yeah"
"EXCELLENT Dr. - Dr. Hedden and staff is the best, his staff made several calls making sure I was fine and was there anything I needed. I had a tummy tuck and I have nothing negative to say about it. The only time I experience pain was when I had to cough, sneeze or sit up. I RECOMMEND Dr. Hedden for any plastic surgery you may need. I'm going back for neck surgery."
"I picked Dr. Hedden because I liked his consult and his price. - I did over 6 consults with 6 different doctors. I picked Dr Hedden because I liked his consult and his price. I will be having my surgery May 9th. I am having a breast lift with implants (don’t know how many CC yet) and a full tummy tuckUpdated on 23 Apr 2019:Updated on 25 Apr 2019:Updated on 11 May 2019:I am home now resting, the pain is no joke. Doing what the doctor told me and taking my meds on time. My breast hurt the most. I ended up with 420cc silicone implants and a lift. The tummy tuck area is sore and if I move wrong it burns like a mother. My breast are filly high right but they will drop some so I am not to worried. The doc was great and answered all my questions, I go back in a week for the drains to be removedUpdated on 28 May 2019:So 3 weeks out, I will say the TT is the easiest thing out of all of this. I got the Experal (I think that’s how you spell it) shot and let me tell you, best $500 ever spent. My right breast is dropping slower then the left and I have a bit more pain in them then anything. I will say my back pain is the worse, I know it’s from how I am having to bend because of the muscle tightening. I am back at work, this was harder then I thought and needed more time off then I planned. I am lucky and have a very understanding boss so that’s not been a problem. My final drain tube will be out by then end of this week and I can’t wait. So far loving my flat tummy and I have curves now!!!!Updated on 30 May 2019:Well I underestimated the level of pain. My breast are super sore and the right is worse then the left. The binder is causing my back to be sore and my muscles to spasm. I am still not back to work. The left breast has dropped some but my right is not moving at all. I go back to my PS tomorrow so I hope he can tell me if this is all normal.Updated on 18 Jun 2019:I am finally feeling human. My breast are still dropping and my tummy tuck is completely healed. I am still a bit swollen but getting better everyday "
"I absolutely love this place. It is such a laid back envioronment and the nurses and doctors are so kind! Dr. Hedden is great! I received a breast augmentation from him and he did an amazing job and about 2 months ago I got a Brazilian butt lift done by Dr. Gunn and he was beyond great! He made my body look better than I could have ever imagined and I would recommend him to anyone thinking about getting this surgery done! I will continue going here for anything I ever want to do in the future!"
"Now I wonder why I didnt have a tummy tuck sooner. Dr. Hedden and his staff were friendly and respectful. I am very happy with the results and would not hesitate to go back to Dr. Hedden for any other procedure."
"Getting anxious! Surgery scheduled! - I had sleeve surgery over a year ago and am anxiously awaiting a bbl, tummy tuck, and lift w/ aug. by Dr. Hedden. He was bey thorough and has answered my questions personally via email and Skype consult. I am 5’6-5’7 weight at 160 right now and I’m so nervous and excited at the same time!Updated on 2 May 2019:I recently had a TF, BBL, lipo to flanks and back, with a BA and lift. I couldn’t have asked for a better surgeon! Dr Hedden is awesome. He went over everything and made me feel very comfortable. He answered my questions personally and was always available."
"Highly Recommend Dr. Hedden - Highly recommend! Dr. Hedden exceeded my expectations. I had an implant exchange, breast lift, tummy tuck, and liposuction. Quick recovery and great results. I'm beyond pleased and would recommend him to anyone considering cosmetic surgery."
"Wonderful experience - Now I wonder why I didnt have a tummy tuck sooner. Dr. Hedden and his staff were friendly and respectful. And I love my taught, flat tummy. I was very self consious that my "lower roll" made the front of my pants buldgey. That is all gone now. And my abdominal muscles, which spread out with the birth of my children, are now back in place."
"The ONLY surgeon I will use - Dr. Hedden has preformed 2 surgeries on me 4 years apart and I have been happy with both. First was a breast augmentation and then a Brazilian butt lift. I will never use anyone else for anything else. All surgeries are in house so no hospital visits needed and there is even a spa upstairs that fits all your other needs. I refer every girl I see to him and they are all happy with their results as well. Even random girls I meet out on the town who ask me if I have had work done and really want something done theirselves but don’t know where to start. I send them all to Dr. Hedden. I did a lot of research and a lot of consultations 4 years ago and I’m so glad I chose Dr. Hedden. He has made sure that I am not a walking horror story. I know too many girls who have had messed up breast by going to someone else and then have to go to Dr. Hedden for revision. He is the first and ONLY choice in my opinion."
"I have five kids and i had stubborn belly fat,and I also wanted a nice butt. So i decided to go with the lipo and fat transfer to the buttocks.
Dr. Hedden made me feel very comfortable. He answered all my questions. He did an amazing job on my fat transfer to my buttocks, I can't stop looking at my butt in the mirror! Love it! I am only two weeks post op and I am seeing great results from my lipo also."
"Breast Augmentation and Tummy Tuck - My experience with Dr. Hedden was great from start to finish.I called to schedule a consultation and had my first appointment two weeks later. I was going to discuss breast augmentation. I didn't know what was best for me but after meeting him and talking for just a few minutes, he knew exactly what I needed and what would be best for me. That was a relief in itself because I was so nervous and I didn't want to make a bad decision. After discussing breast augmentation, I asked him about options for my stomach and he recommended a full tummy tuck. I went ahead and scheduled surgery for both and had a surgery date set for two weeks later. The experience from beginning to the end of surgery was very comforting. I'm completely satisfied with my results. I realize this is what they do but my husband and I were just so astonished by the work he did. He did an amazing job and I feel like a new and more confident person thanks to Dr. Hedden! I'm so thankful to him and the staff!Updated on 16 May 2018:Updated on 16 May 2018:Updated on 16 May 2018:"
"I had breast augmentation and a tummy tuck. The two surgeries have changed my life. I had areas that would not change after having two children. I decided to look into plastic surgery. After having two consultations with two different doctors, I decided to visit Dr. Hedden. The consultation was wonderful. Dr. Hedden and his staff made me feel at ease. They explained everything and were right there for the entire procedure and recovery.
I am truly grateful for what Dr. Hedden has done for me. After hearing of my experience, my sister will be having surgery later this month with Dr. Hedden. Thank you for all you have done for me, Dr. Hedden."
"Dr. Schaffer is a wonderful Plastic Surgeon, very attentive to your needs and concerns! I am extremely happy with the results of my Rhinoplasty, neck lipo and lip injections. I highly recommend Dr. Schaffer if you are considering plastic surgery or other procedures.I have enjoyed my experience at Hedden Plastic Surgery!"
"A Couple Years of Weight Loss and Working Out, Tummy Tuck Time - I had lots of loose skin after losing around 60 lbs over several years. I had been working out pretty hard as well. So I contacted Dr. Hedden, who was close by and seemed to be reviewed well. The whole thing was quite a process for sure, but I can now say that it was absolutely worth it. It was a little over a year ago now and I continue to see things flattening out. I weighed 220 lbs going into the tummy tuck and I weigh 214 now. I'm still working towards the weight I was as an athlete in college. One thing I will mention is that a tummy tuck is a major procedure, it takes a long time to truly get back to normal with it. You can get back to all your activities rather quickly but your body isn't going to settle back to normal for some time."
"Dirty 30 - I turned 30 this year and I've always wanted to get my boobs done but have always had a reason not to. This year I couldn't find a reason not to and finally took the plunge! I saw Dr Hedden and his staff, and they were awesome! I would definitely recommend them to anyone. I'm on day two is of recovery and my husband has to leave town. Im sore but there's nothing I can't manage on my own at this point! I'll post pictures soon!Updated on 25 Mar 2018:I have been stalking real self for about 3 years, almost had a BBL last year but some things just ended up not panning out. But I did decide after losing some weight that I would be getting my BA/BL done. And I did! 750cc mentor implants and I couldn't be happier! Recovery isn't too bad and I look forward to posting pictures to see the on going process!Updated on 26 Mar 2018:As you can tell from my last two updates, I have definitely been on some pain meds! I figured I'd post some after photos. Today I'm back at work 3 days after surgery and I'm sore for sure! I'm looking forward to being home and sitting still! Updated on 27 Mar 2018:Not a whole lot to update! 5 days post op and I'm not in a whole lot of pain. That may change since I'm working a 13 hour shift today, but we will see! Has anyone else used Nitro cream on their nipples? My doctor gave me a small supply to take home to help with nerve healing, and I've been using it religiously! I just ran out this morning though. Anyhow I'll post some update photos soon! Updated on 28 Mar 2018:So tomorrow will officially make a week post op and I'm itching to get back to my normal routine, going to the gym, and picking up my son! Unfortunately, because I'm not quite there, I have to do other things to occupy my time. I worked a 13 hour shift yesterday and it wasn't too bad. I felt a bit woozy mid day and sat for a little bit and felt better. My chest did feel really heavy today though, not painful, just heavy! I decided I needed to find a more supportive sports bra. I tried some at Target, Kohls, and then Ross before settling on a Puma sports bra that I'm not sure is the best fit but it's the best I could find. I knew going in to this that having a small rib cage and wanting tobe "so busty" was going to be a challenge when it came to clothing, bras, and bathing suits but the pros outweighed the cons! I have always had a large chest 34F at my largest size, but my weight has always fluctuated and the first thing to come or go with my weight was my breasts. And then after three kids and finally getting down to a size five...my poor deflated boobs could probably be rolled up to fit in to a C cup. Anyhow! I tried some clothes on for fun today while looking for a bra, and I always send pictures to my husband while he stands out and waits for me ;) ! Im definitely still swollen, my left side has dropped a little more than the right, but I'm still super happy with my results. Updated on 29 Mar 2018:I've definitely dreaded posting these, but I know how relevant they are to the review, and giving everyone an idea of how good Dr Hedden is! Updated on 17 Apr 2018:Just a quick update! I'm just a few days shy of 4 weeks post op. I still love my results, my healing is going great, and I think my scars are looking pretty good. I think there's days when I stare to hard and can pick out every small imperfection but looking at my before pictures really snaps me back to reality. I have sharp shooting pains occasionally but nothing horrible. I went back to my the gym today but didn't doing anything the made my arms or band strain. Finding a bra is difficult but I settled on a Victoria secret dream angel 36DDD."
"Half Moon Pillow for Bbl - Have anyone ever use one of these half moon pillows under thighs after Brazilian butt lift I am trying to keep from paying so much money on something that's temporary when I can always reuse this pillow. I have also considered purchasing a cushion U pillow as well that will relieve pressure also....Updated on 22 May 2018:1st day po visit he said everything looked good. I love the way my stomach looks I just pray my booty shapes well as it should"
"36, No Kids, Doing Something for Me! - Birmingham, AL - I'm so grateful this page exist. I've been researching doctors and pictures. I'm finally pleased to say, I've decided to go with Dr. William Hedden (Birmingham, AL). I've read his reviews, viewed pictures, and the location is fairly close to me (about 1 or 2 hours). I did my virtual consultation about a month ago and Dr. Hedden answered within 48 hours. He answered my questions and as far as the staff goes, a nice lady called to do a follow-up and to put my file together, and to let me know whenever I was ready, they were more than happy to assist.Tuesday, March 20, 2018, I'll have my face-to-face consultation with Dr. Hedden. I will definitely keep you all posted with updates. Now I'm on the fence with getting both TT and BBL, only because the downtime from work, if I don't work, I don't get paid! So, I may just go with the TT and lipo.If you ladies have any word of encouragement, advise, info on items I may need before and after, it is and will be greatly appreciated.Updated on 20 Mar 2018:I wanted to give you all an update on my consultation. So, I'm scheduled for April 11th. I decided to just go with the Tummy Tuck, Lipo (includes back flanks, lower back, and mid back). I paid for my deposit and bloodwork. My total $8800, minus the 10% and $35, so I make my final payment of $7885 on April 11th. I'm so excited and anxious. Dr. Hedden recommended I stay over night at a hotel close by because he wants to see me the following day.The staff and Dr. Hedden were all nice and they answered every question I had. I had a great vibe as soon as I walked in and said Good morning! I'll keep you all updated with pics at a later time.Updated on 16 Apr 2018:Hello all! I've finally made it to the flat side. My procedure was on April 11th had my first follow up on the following Thursday, April 12, 2018. The pain is at a low minimum, haven't taken any pain meds since last week. Drainage is a clear yellow fluid now, which is a good thing. I'm hoping Dr. Hedden will remove the drainage on my second follow-up, Tuesday, April 17, 2018. So far everything is healing well from my view. I'll post a few photos for now. Dr. Hedden and staff were awesome! Caring, Kind, Helpful, and Patient. I highly recommend Dr.Hedden Plastic Surgery, Birmingham, Alabama.Updated on 16 Apr 2018:A few post op pictures day 1 through day 5Updated on 16 Apr 2018:Updated on 16 Apr 2018:Updated on 17 Apr 2018:So today the Dr. Removed drainage and incisions from navel. I can shower now. In addition, I have to keep binder tight but I can wear a camisole or tank top underneath. Definitely dont want any excess fluid to build up. I'm still swollen but I feel pretty good and my tummy is coming along. Back to work I go!Updated on 19 Apr 2018:Updated on 29 Apr 2018:Updated on 8 May 2018:Finally out of the compression garment. Dr. Hedden says everything looks good. I can get back to light exercise."
"BBL in Birmingham Alabama - I was unhappy with the shape of my bottom. Wanting some butt work done ages ago, I decided to go ahead and move forward with the bbl before I got any older, I am 43 and have had five children. After much research on cosmetic surgeons in my area, I decided to use Hedden Plastic Surgery Center’s Dr. Gunn. The nurses were wonderful and Dr. Gunn was very knowledgeable and nice. He listened carefully to what I wanted and as far as I can see right now, did just that. I am aware that there is swelling and that I will lose some volume over time, I hope not much. I will be posting pictures of my progressUpdated on 27 Feb 2018:One week post opUpdated on 7 Mar 2018:Butt still looks good, haven’t loss too much volume thus far. Took picture in same underwear for comparison. I think it still looks great! Bruises are starting to fade and finally the tape marks are coming off!!!!"
"Very pleased with results - My experience with Dr. Hedden and his staff have been wonderful thus far. I am only 14 days post-op from breast augmentation and abdominoplasty but I am very pleased with my results so far. I still have a lot of healing to do but I can already see the change and improvement I was hoping for. Dr. Hedden was very professional and straight forward with me during my consultation. The nursing staff has been very friendly and caring. I am so pleased that Dr. Hedden was able to do my surgery. So far, so good. If all continues as I expect it to, I would recommend Dr. Hedden to my friends."
"Highly recommended - I had tummy tuck and liposuction months ago with dr hedden befor I had the surgery I was very scared but after first consulting with him he explained every thing to me and made me feel very comfortable he took the time to answer all my questions He was very calm and explained the whole procedure to me One thing I want to recommend to everybody is to do the Exparel shot it makes you not have any pain at allHis a great surgeon and I will go back to him if I need to"
"44 Year Old Sexy Back On - Dr. Hedden is awesome! His team is awesome as well. I had BBL & liposuction of flanks, upper & lower back, and upper abdomen. Not as painful as I expected. Staying on pain meds the first 72 hours and the compression garment was the absolute game changer. I followed doctors orders completely and everything is/was as he told me it would be. I'm loving my new body transformation.Results are still ongoing. Healthy diet & exercise is definitely helping."
"For many years I have wanted a nicely shaped derrière. I have run marathons, engaged in rigorous exercise routines, but no matter what I did, I was never able to attain the look I desired. I finally began looking at surgical alternatives, did a lot of research and decided the results I was looking for would probably require buttock augmentation. A consultation with Dr. Hedden confirmed this procedure would likely provide the results I desired. Below I will share a very brief story of my first 6 weeks post-operatively.
Days 1-7: This was a pretty uncomfortable time for me. I felt very, very sore and it was difficult to find a comfortable position. However, the pain medication and muscle relaxers made it bearable. Each day got a little better.
Days 8-14: Bandages off … able to see results so the discomfort has been worth it! By Day 14, I went back to work full-time (office type job). I am comfortable sitting at work; you don't sit on the implants as they are placed above the part of your "bottom" that touches a seat. And best of all, my bottom "feels" natural to the touch … you can't feel the implants from the outside! However, still sore at times.
Days 15-21: By the end of the third week I was able to fully return to all activities except exercise. Still sore at times, but rather than feeling "painful" it feels more like feels like I have worked out really hard on a Stairmaster.
Days 22-28: Main challenge has been to not "over-do-it." I feel great and want to work out. I tried to exercise a little but my body was just not ready. Don't cheat and do any exercise routine early. It is NOT worth it. I tend to be impatient; as a result I am a little frustrated that I am not back to 100%.
Days 29-35: Still a little sore, but gets better every day.
Days 36-42: The implants now feel like a natural part of my body and the result is absolutely what I wanted. I have returned to all activities that I engaged in pre-operatively. I still wear the same size clothing, but the fit is SO MUCH better. I am very pleased with how much better my favorite, worn-out jeans look :)"
"Breast Augmentation After Breast Reduction - He is simply awesome. I was pretty apprehensive about letting another PS touch me because the PA that did my breast reduction really did a [RS bleep] poor job. However I'm SO satisfied with Dr. Heddens work with correcting my breast. He treated my scars and gave me my projection back. I will forever be grateful of him!! His staff was awesome and I absolutely loved his anesthesiologist-- she was very kind. My whole experience was great. My husband had questions after hours and the nurse on called called him back at 2am in the morning. I am thinking about getting a BBL and I might let Dr. H perform the procedure for me instead of going to Miami. I just feel like Dr. Hedden is a great PS and your just a number to him. Thanks to the guy I'm back in the mirror admiring my body. I refer him to all of you with your PS needs.Thanks Doc!!!!"
"Dr. Hedden did both of my surgeries! Very happy! I referred a friend of mine to him and she was very happy as well as several customers who were also very happy! Dr. Hedden as well as his staff are all very caring, friendly and informative. Going for my consultation on May 31, 2016 for tummy tuck! I'm so excited!"
"I am 28 year of age single mother living in Birmingham, Alabama. I am a nurse. I have always had a few problem areas on my hips that I just could not get to go away. I then saw some ads for smart liposuction.
I did my research and found a few doctors in Birmingham, Alabama that performed the procedure. A few were not even plastic surgeons and had their dogs in the office, just did not seem safe. Then a friend of mine told me to check out Dr. Hedden. I am so happy she did. They were so nice. The whole office was just so helpful.
I had the surgery at their surgery center and was there for about 2 hours. It was performed under local anesthetic and did not hurt at all. I have to admit I was very nervous that it was going to hurt but it did not, it was so easy. I was back to work the next day and had no signs of bruising.
I look great! I still cannot believe it did not hurt. I should have had it done even earlier. It was so worth it and very inexpensive.
I do believe my outcome was so good because I choose the right doctor. Do your research! Make sure they are a plastic surgeon and of course no dogs in the office. :)"
"I have been overweight all my life. I was 49 years old, weighed 289 lbs, and extremely depressed. My feet, legs, hips and especially my back hurt. I wore a size 22/24 and my feet swelled so that I could only wear one pair of dress shoes comfortably and without embarassment. I considered gastric bypass surgery for a couple of years and had just witnessed one of my best friends go through it with great success.
I made the decision to have the bypass surgery, lost 150 lbs and felt great. I was wearing a size 6-8 and looked pretty good in clothes.
I was very happy but the weight loss left my 50 year old body with a lot of excess skin. My breasts, which had previously been a 42 DDD, had become what my fiancé termed as "36 LONGS." I had nothing left but empty skin sacks. My abdomen also hung with loose skin. My legs were extremely horrible with a lot of loose skin and my arms had "bat-wings."
I made an appointment with Dr. Hedden to talk about having four procedures. He gave me the prices for tummy tuck, breast lift, leg lift and arm lift. My legs were what bothered me most and I called to schedule that procedure first. I'd had large breasts all my life and having just the breast lift would have left me with a full B/loose C cup. After talking with Dr. Hedden, I decided to go up one cup size. That is a decision I do not regret.
I had the tummy tuck and breast lift with augmentation done in his office. The staff was wonderful and very professional. I was given a prescription for pain killers and muscle relaxers. My first night was spent in a hotel room so that I could be close to Dr. Hedden's office in case of an emergency. My fiancé stayed with me, helped me to the restroom and cared for me. I had mild discomfort but it was nothing like what had been described by other people who "knew someone who had had the surgery and couldn't move for 6 weeks." I did just what the doctor ordered and had very little discomfort even having both procedures at once. The staff at Dr. Hedden's office marveled at my recovery time.
I am now a happy 36D with a very flat tummy. I love my new body and have been able to shop at Victoria's Secret for more than just the lotions! I will be going back for the other two procedures (legs and arms). Maybe after that I will have a facelift … after all I am 51 years old now!
I would highly and happily recommend Dr. William J. Hedden and his staff to anyone who is considering cosmetic surgery."
"I had Liposuction on my abs and back. I'm 75 years old. I do not have saggy skin. I am completely happy with it. I say choose your doctor wisely. I had a great one.
Dr. Hedden and his staff are the best. I was in and out in about 1 hour and a half. No problems. No down time. The man is a miracle worker. I have the same waist measurement now that I did in high school."