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Dr. Vishnu Rumalla, MD Plastic Surgeon

Procedures

Breast Augmentation

$5,722

Below average for providers in Dallas

  • Does not include surgical center & anaesthesia fees
  • Depends on type of implant chosen

Paid 5499.36

about 3 years ago

Dr. Rumalla was great! He answered all of my many questions! When choosing a size he advised me...

Paid 5000.00

over 5 years ago

When I moved to TX I planned a few consultations but Dr.Rumalla was my 1st. I went in explained...

Paid 5500.00

over 5 years ago

My experience of Dr. Rumalla was absolutely amazing. Not only was Dr. Rumalla an amazing surgeon,...

Paid 8499.83

over 5 years ago

Awesome!!! I may be dating myself; however, if you remember the television series Marcus Welby...

Paid 6700.00

over 5 years ago

Very knowledgeable in his field and has excellent experience! I had a really complex situation...

Paid 6000.00

about 7 years ago

Dr. Rumalla is an amazing doctor, and I am so lucky to have found him. He and his staff are super...

Paid 5500.00

almost 7 years ago

This is the second procedure I have had done with Dr. Rumalla and each time has been an...

Paid 5501.00

almost 7 years ago

There’s nothing bad i could say about Dr. Rumalla, he is the BEST. He is so attentive and his...

Paid 5599.95

about 7 years ago

Dr. Rumalla is an amazing amazing surgeon! From the first time I met him at the first...

Paid 6499.67

over 7 years ago

I’m extremely pleased with my decision to have Dr. Rumalla perform my breast augmentation. I’m 37...

Paid 6299.85

over 7 years ago

I have been large breasted since I was 16. With age, (of course) my breasts started losing...

Paid 5399.85

over 7 years ago

I went to see Dr. Rumalla for a breast augmentation, after breastfeeding 2 children left my...

Paid 8850.00

over 7 years ago

I have scheduled 2 consultations with different doctors. I thought I picked a good size but after...

Paid 5800.00

almost 8 years ago

I am 32 years old and have been dreaming about a breast augmentation for 17 years. I finally...

Paid 5350.00

over 7 years ago

I have wanted a breast augmentation since I had my first child 11 years ago but I always put it...

Paid 5200.00

almost 8 years ago

I absolutely LOVE my new boobs! Dr. Rumalla and his staff were wonderful through the entire...

Paid 6500.00

almost 8 years ago

I had my initial consultation with Dr. R today. I am very impressed. He is thorough. He stopped...

Paid 5499.93

almost 8 years ago

I have always felt the desire to look more proportional and feel more feminine. I could not be...

Paid 4999.68

about 9 years ago

I have wanted an augmentation for over 30 years, and finally decided to give myself one for my...

Paid 5800.00

over 8 years ago

Dr. Rumalla has over 20 years of experience in plastic surgery. He is kind, happy, humble, and...

Paid 4800.00

over 8 years ago

I am very much into fitness, and my body image. I was content with what I was blessed with before...

Paid 5850.00

over 8 years ago

I wasn't at all happy with body, I wanted a change! I searched and search for a year for a...

Paid 6300.00

over 9 years ago

After googleing for the “top breast surgeons” in the Dallas / Ft Worth area, I settled on 2. The...

Paid 5350.00

Perfect results, great bedside manner, at a reasonable price.
As a legal professional, I...

Paid 4450.00

almost 10 years ago

Dr. Rumalla is the man. I couldn't be more happy/pleased with my results thanks to him. I am...

Paid 5350.00

almost 10 years ago

D r. Ramalla is an astounding surgeon! My first appointment I knew he was the diamond in the...

Paid 5600.00

about 10 years ago

I couldn't have chosen a better surgeon for my procedure. I walked into Dr. Rumalla's office...

Paid 5400.00

about 10 years ago

I realized, at age of 16, that I was never going to "grow" into a woman figure because of my...

Paid 10000.00

over 10 years ago

Dr. Rumalla and his staff are amazing! He genuinely cares about his patients and is a true...

Paid 5650.00

about 10 years ago

I have always had small breasts.. even after 2 kids... I was encouraged by my husband to go meet...

Paid 5400.00

over 10 years ago

Absolutely wonderful from start to finish! I waited eight years before deciding to take the...

Paid 5250.00

over 10 years ago

This was something I've wanted to have done for a very long time. After much research I went...

Paid 6500.42

over 10 years ago

I would do another surgery with Dr. Rumalla when needed. He and his staff make you feel...

Paid 5200.00

over 10 years ago

I couldn't have dreamed of a better experience with my breast augmentation. Dr. Rumalla is nice,...

Paid 5250.00

almost 11 years ago

I'm very happy with my results, especially now that the swelling has subsided. I had 400cc's of...

Paid 5600.00

over 11 years ago

I received a bilateral breast augmentation with silicone under the muscle and a left nipple...

Paid 6500.00

over 11 years ago

I had breast augmentaion less than 2 months ago. My results are beautiful and I am so happy that...

Paid 5650.00

over 11 years ago

I received a breast augmentation, going from an A to a C cup with a lift on one side to make my...

Paid 5100.00

over 11 years ago

I read so many reviews on this site to try and prepare myself...for the worst naturally. My...

Paid 5100.00

over 11 years ago

I never thought id be one to get a breast augmentation, but things happen in life that we dont...

Paid 5200.00

over 11 years ago

When searching for a plastic surgeon, so many questions need to be asked. For these reasons, I...

Paid 5000.00

My journey to this decision to have breast augmentation was a result of a change in my...


Paid 4200.79

Put it this way, I wish I had done this sooner! I love the way my clothes fit now, and have...


Paid 5100.00

I am 36 years old, a mom of 3, and have been married to my wonderful husband for over 14...


Paid 4600.00

Dr. Rumalla is the best, I been a 32A like for ever untill a friend told me about Dr....


Paid 6000.00

After my hysterectomy, I found my breast lacked fullness. After consulting with Dr. Rumalla...


Paid 5300.00

over 8 years ago

So I've been wanting this for a long time but would never admit it. My boyfriend knows how self...

Paid 5200.00

almost 8 years ago

I have wanted implants since I was 14. I am 5'8 158 lbs. I did a lot of research and finally...

Paid 5500.00

about 9 years ago

I've always wanted to look better in my clothes and for my figure to be more proportionate. The...

Breast Implant Removal

$6,763

Below average for providers in Dallas

  • Does not include surgical center & anaesthesia fees
  • Depends on type of implant chosen

Paid 7500.00

over 8 years ago

Dr Rumalla is fantastic! My boobs were so ugly and droopy that i never thought i could possibly...

Paid 2500.00

over 9 years ago

I had breast implants put in when I was 17 years old (by a different doctor). It was a rushed...

Paid 6200.00

almost 10 years ago

I had a mommy makeover 10 years ago when I was living in Scottsdale Az. I had very bad stretch...

Paid 6000.00

over 10 years ago

In October of 1978, I had a breast augmentation when I lived in Oklahoma. As I grew older and...

Paid 12000.00

about 11 years ago

I just 4wks ago had ruptured 30+yr old breast implants removed and a mastopexy (lift). I...

Paid 6200.00

over 7 years ago

I was much younger and thinner when I got my implants and over the years they had become hard and...

Paid 6000.00

about 7 years ago

So, I’ve been wanting to get these things out since day three of having them and they are now 13...

Paid 7700.00

over 2 years ago

I spoke with several doctors about my implant removal. I never felt confident until meeting Dr....

Breast Implants

$7,557

Above average for providers in Dallas

  • Does not include surgical center & anaesthesia fees
  • Depends on type of implant chosen

Paid 5500.00

almost 5 years ago

I went to Dr. Rumalla after much research because I wanted someone who provided very natural...

Paid 12500.00

over 4 years ago

After raining two boys , I figured it was my time to do some self care . My breasts were no...

Paid 9700.00

over 5 years ago

My experience with dr Rumalla was wonderful! Very smart educated plastic surgeon. It’s been 8...

Paid 5200.00

almost 8 years ago

For as long as I can remember I've wanted a more shapely figure. I still hear the echo of a...

Paid 6300.00

almost 9 years ago

The second I met Dr. Rumalla I knew he was the surgeon I wanted! I did a TON of research before...

Paid 13000.00

My reason was to have my breast look the way they did befor 3 kids and breast feeding and a tummy...

Paid 9500.66

I’ve had past breast augmentation several years ago and had a collapsed/leaking saline implant. ...

Paid 4700.00

almost 10 years ago

I workout/lift 5-6 days a week, but the one thing I couldn't grow was my boobs. I'm a young...

Paid 7500.00

over 11 years ago

Dr. Rumalla and his staff are wonderful! When I first contemplated getting breast implants, I...

Paid 4000.00

over 13 years ago

Upon reaching middle age, I was considering enhancing my figure with breast augmentation. I felt...

Paid 7500.00

over 11 years ago

I loved working with Dr Rumalla through my new look. He always had time to talk and answer...

Paid 5100.00

After having two babies and nursing both of them, it was time for a mini mommy makeover....

Paid 10100.00

Aging causes sagging witch is not pretty! I had a breast lift, implants and a...


Paid 5200.00

almost 9 years ago

I've wanted them as long as I realized my real ones stopped growing lol and its finally happening...

Breast Lift

$5,950

About average for providers in Dallas

  • Does not include surgical center & anaesthesia fees
  • Depends on type of implant chosen

Paid 7500.00

over 3 years ago

I am head over heels happy with my results. Dr. Rumalla is a true artist. For years, after my...

Paid 6250.52

almost 7 years ago

I was never blessed with perky breasts and being a little busty didn't help my problem. A breast...

Paid 5300.21

over 8 years ago

I was very happy with my results of my breast lift and I feel very blessed to have found the...

Paid 5500.00

over 9 years ago

For 20 years I have wished for a breast reduction/lift. Finally the time was right and I'm so...

Paid 3100.00

almost 10 years ago

I was so happy with dr Rumalla and his team ....they made me look beautiful and boosted my...

Paid 6000.00

about 10 years ago

OMG! Dr. Rumalla is not only professional and extremely knowledgeable; he has a great...

Paid 7999.56

I have "toyed" with the idea of having a breast lift/augmentation for years. I am...


Breast Reconstruction

$26,364

  • Does not include surgical center & anaesthesia fees
  • Depends on type of implant chosen

Paid 7000.00

almost 8 years ago

Dr. Rumallu is truly a blessing. Several years of excessive monitoring due to density, paired...

Paid 11000.00

about 11 years ago

I had a breast abnormality. On side was a full C, almost a D cup, I had, had two children and...

Paid 20900.00

almost 10 years ago

In the spring of 2014, I found myself facing a bilateral mastectomy to be followed by...

Paid 120000.00

over 11 years ago

Dr.Rumalla really loves what he does and he does it so PERFECT! I could not be more pleased and...

Paid 25000.00

about 12 years ago

The last place I ever imagined I would be is in a plastic surgeon's office, but after my breast...

Paid 9000.00

over 11 years ago

I recently needed reconstructive surgery after a bi-lateral mastectomy and was concerned about...

Paid 50000.00

about 12 years ago

I chose a mastectomy/reconstruction after finding out I had the BRCA2 gene for breast cancer. ...

Paid 20000.00

over 12 years ago

March of 2012 I found out I had breast cancer at the age of 31. It was recommended to me by my...

Paid 100.00

Though I still have one more surgery to go to complete my reconstructed breasts (this would...


Paid 12000.00

I had been diagnosed with breast cancer in May, 2012 and was referred to Dr. Rumalla. He...


Paid 15000.00

I was diagnosed with breast cancer.


Breast Reduction

$5,869

Below average for providers in Dallas

  • Does not include surgical center & anaesthesia fees
  • Depends on type of implant chosen

Paid 7300.16

over 7 years ago

I highly recommend Dr. Rumalla. I went from a J to a D and I couldn't be happier. Dr. Rumalla...

Paid 8000.37

over 8 years ago

When I decided I needed a breast reduction I was only 21 years old. I was not comfortable in my...

Paid 6500.00

about 9 years ago

I have needed a reduction for many years but was a little afraid so I put it off. After a point,...

Paid 7000.00

about 9 years ago

I am a small framed women who had breasts way to large. I was an I cup size and am now a large C...

Paid 5500.00

over 9 years ago

I had been having back, neck and migraine pain due to my larger breasts for a while. I always...

Paid 6500.00

almost 11 years ago

As a result of my breast reduction surgery, I no longer suffer from upper back and shoulder pain....

Paid 6000.00

almost 11 years ago

I couldn’t have asked for a better surgeon, Dr. Rumalla did a phenomenal job with my breast...

Paid 6499.33

over 11 years ago

A month ago Dr. Rumalla performed a breast reduction on me to remedy severe pain I'd had for a...

Paid 5500.00

over 11 years ago

Dr. Rumalla and his staff go above and beyond. Not only was I pleased with my breast reduction,...

Paid 5500.00

over 11 years ago

In July 2013 I had a breast reduction done. Being only 18, my parents and I had tons of questions...

Paid 5500.00

over 11 years ago

I had a breast reduction & lift from a 34 DDD to a 34 full C / small D. I had been wanting this...

Paid 1000.00

almost 12 years ago

I have had large breasts since I hit puberty at thirteen, they just kind of came up out of...

Paid 5499.66

My breasts were large, heavy, expanding into my armpits and out of portion for my body...


Mommy Makeover

$14,585

Below average for providers in Dallas

  • Does not include surgical center & anaesthesia fees
  • Depends on type of implant chosen

Paid 12999.60

over 4 years ago

As a generally very modest person I was nervous about standing in front of a doctor discussing my...

Paid 13950.00

over 4 years ago

Dr Rumalla and his team are amazing! They made me feel comfortable and confident! You can tell Dr...

Paid 14000.00

almost 5 years ago

46 year old mother of nine. I had wanted a tummy tuck for years to repair abdominal...


Paid 14500.06

I had a wonderful experience with Dr Rumalla for my Mommy Makeover. His bedside manner is perfect...

Paid 14664.00

over 5 years ago

This is something I’ve been wanting to do for a few years, and now it’s really going to happen. I...

Paid 14014.00

over 6 years ago

Everything I hoped for and more. I had three consultations with three doctors. I choose Dr....

Paid 15000.30

almost 7 years ago

I’ve had 2 kids and had lost all my baby weight, but was left with saggy breasts and a flabby...

Paid 13999.75

almost 7 years ago

So glad I went through with the mommy makeover. Definitely got my confidence back and I'm just...

Paid 15000.00

over 7 years ago

I was tired of trying to tuck all that extra skin into my pants after I lost the weight from my...

Paid 16500.34

over 7 years ago

The entire process, pre-op, surgery, and post op was all perfect. The results have exceeded my...

Paid 17000.63

over 7 years ago

I spent ten years in the Army and was used to being in shape! After 2 pregnancies and being...

Paid 16090.00

over 8 years ago

I had Csections with both my babies and my oldest is 13! I wanted my Mommy makeover right after...

Paid 16000.00

about 8 years ago

I'm 43yo, 5'2", and currently 149lbs. I never thought I would have a MM, but here I am! I've...

Paid 15290.00

over 9 years ago

After having the Gastric Sleeve on 9/25/14 I lost 75 lbs (from 217 to 135). I already had a...

Paid 13000.00

over 11 years ago

Wow! Amazing couldn't be happier with my results. Everything from the office staff, The nurses,...

Paid 13000.00

over 11 years ago

The best doctor in Tarrant county! He will give you honest, realistic expectations. I highly...

Paid 13000.00

I had been thinking about this surgery for a long time. I had recently lost a bunch of...


Paid 12000.76

I had the "Mommy Make-Over" done last year. I am 58 & married 30 years. I have 4 kids...


Paid 15000.61

I lost a lot of weight very fast due to an injury and surgery. I had a lot of sagging skin....


Paid 16000.00

about 8 years ago

I'm 25 with two kids who are 5 and 3, 5'7 about 155lbs and finally getting my mommy makeover...

Paid 13450.00

I need some help on deciding whether getting the 300cc or 350cc im currently a 34A and i want...

Paid 16000.00

almost 9 years ago

I have had gastric sleeve surgery done as well as breast reduction and lift few years ago and I'm...

Paid 15000.00

almost 12 years ago

Apon learning that I needed to have a hysterectomy, I also decided that I would get a tummy...

Tummy Tuck

$9,248

About average for providers in Dallas

  • Does not include surgical center & anaesthesia fees
  • Depends on type of implant chosen

Paid 14000.00

almost 4 years ago

I was apprehensive about meeting Dr.Rumalla for a 2nd opinion to get Breast impants w/lift since...

Paid 8800.00

about 5 years ago

The staff at Baylor Scott & White Grapevine made this a very relaxed process. They wheeled...

Paid 8649.74

about 7 years ago

My abdominal muscle were separated and excess skin very noticeable. My self esteem was in the...

Paid 10000.00

almost 9 years ago

After having my first child in 2010, I had the extra skin from my pregnancy. It was something...

Paid 7500.00

over 8 years ago

Hello Realself world! I have wanted a tummy tuck for the past 10 years. Well I finally did it!!!...

Paid 12000.00

over 9 years ago

Tummy tuck went very well . Great follow up! Operation and recovery went well and worth it. ...

Paid 15000.00

almost 11 years ago

I was referred by another doctor to Dr. Rumalla and he has been amazing. I lost 200lbs and had a...

Paid 8900.00

about 10 years ago

Most definitely worth it. I waited so many years for this surgery for fear of dissapoinmrnt and...

Paid 6500.00

almost 10 years ago

If you are looking for a very honest and professional Plastic Surgeon then look no further than...

Paid 10000.00

about 10 years ago

I interviewed several surgeons before I made my decision to bring Dr. Vishnu Rumalla into my...

Paid 6000.17

about 10 years ago

After having waited many years and going back and forth on the debate, I finally decided I was...

Paid 8630.00

over 10 years ago

Dr Rumalla came highly recommended by a plastic surgeon nurse and he did not disappoint. From the...

Paid 16500.00

It has been several months since my tummy tuck and breast augmentation. My experience was Dr....


Paid 10000.00

about 11 years ago

I went in for a Tummy Tuck so that my clothing would fit better and 8 weeks later I may wear a...

Paid 9800.00

about 11 years ago

Im 40 years old and have had five children. Ranging from 22 years old down to 9 months old. I am...

Paid 7815.00

about 11 years ago

I am coming close to realizing my dream of repairing my stomach after the damage done by 3...

Paid 6999.89

over 11 years ago

My husband and I are so pleased with our decision to choose Dr. Rumalla and his staff for my...

Paid 8250.00

over 11 years ago

I'm 5'4 and 130 pounds. I have two kids that did a number on my stomach. Pretty much same story...

Paid 7250.00

Dr Rumalla and his staff are AMAZING! This procedure and the recovery was so much easier...


Paid 7500.00

I had my third child eight years ago and have talked about having a tummy tuck ever since....


Paid 7800.00

over 11 years ago

Pros to tummy tuck, no more extra ski, clothes fitting better and more confidence. My...


Paid 7500.22

I have a small frame and had three 9lb babies that wrecked my stomach and gave me a pretty...


Paid 8600.00

almost 13 years ago

Hi RealSelf world! I'm 25 years old, a mother of 3 beautiful children ages 4,2,and a 6...


Paid 7600.00

about 13 years ago

I'm just a couple of days away from something I've dreamed of for years. I'm a...


Paid 7850.00

Hi, I am a 48 year old woman who gained 50+ pounds with each of my 3 pregnancies. My...


Paid 11000.00

about 11 years ago

I chose to have a tummy tuck, muscle repair and lipo to the flanks and inner and outer thigh lipo...

Breast Implant Revision

$6,892

About average for providers in Dallas

  • Does not include surgical center & anaesthesia fees
  • Depends on type of implant chosen

Paid 9000.00

almost 7 years ago

implants had both ruptured and needed replacement. I am 62 years old so I also needed a lift. I...

Paid 7500.60

about 7 years ago

After having capsulized breast implants for over 24 years, I finally researched and set a date...

Paid 8000.28

over 7 years ago

I went to two other surgeons and when I met Dr Rumalla and his staff I knew he was going to do my...

Paid 6200.00

almost 8 years ago

He gave me options and recommendations for what would look the best. He was professional and...

Paid 6000.00

over 9 years ago

I had my first augmentation in 2006 with 325cc saline plants. I really feel my first surgeon over...

Paid 7800.00

almost 10 years ago

From the initial consultation I knew that this was the Surgeon I wanted to take care of me. I was...

Paid 6300.38

almost 10 years ago

After meeting with Dr. Rumalla, I was so excited and had absolutely no apprehention about having...

Paid 4200.00

over 10 years ago

I am so happy with my results! I had breast implants before, but I lost 30 pounds. The weight...

Paid 9000.00

over 10 years ago

I had implants after the birth of my first child and was really pleased with the results. 25...

Paid 8700.00

over 11 years ago

Six years ago i decided to have breast implants (by a different doctor) and they were way to big...

Paid 5500.00

over 11 years ago

About ten years ago, I decided to do something for myself and get implants. The doctor I saw then...

Paid 4500.00


Mentor Breast Implants

$5,970

About average for providers in Dallas

  • Does not include surgical center & anaesthesia fees
  • Depends on type of implant chosen

Paid 6001.00

about 8 years ago

I've wanted implants since being a teen but only decided to take the plunge after seeing the toll...

Paid 5850.00

over 8 years ago

I have felt unsatisfied with the appearance of my breasts since they even started developing......

Paid 6150.00

over 8 years ago

Hello,
I am 56 years old and going for a consult on December the 6th for BA. I have always...

Paid 5850.00

almost 7 years ago

I am 35, no children and have always been apart of the itty bitty [RS bleep] committee....

Paid 5999.93

about 8 years ago

After having our three children, gaining significant weight with each pregnancy, and...

Breast Lift with Implants

$8,440

Below average for providers in Dallas

  • Does not include surgical center & anaesthesia fees
  • Depends on type of implant chosen

Paid 9100.00

over 5 years ago

My experience with Dr. Rumalla was outstanding. From the beginning when I went to my first...

Paid 9000.00

over 5 years ago

From my first consultation, I knew Dr. Rumalla was the real deal. Not only is he personable, he...

Paid 9000.00

almost 6 years ago

From the beginning Dr Rumalla knew exactly what I wanted to achieve, he went above and beyond to...

Paid 9100.00

almost 6 years ago

I’ve wanted to do this for quite a whileaftr having twins and breastfeeding. Now that I’ve got...

Paid 9499.91

almost 7 years ago

This was something I wanted for over five years when I had my first son. Knowing I wanted one...

Paid 8800.00

over 7 years ago

I LOVE my new boobs! A friend recommended Dr. Rumalla, and I'm so glad I chose him! I had a...

Paid 8899.41

over 7 years ago

Hello,
Proud mother of 2 healthy children. Never thought about breast augmentation prior...

Paid 6499.58

I always wanted larger breast. Thanks to Dr. Rumalla I achieved it. I was really nervous about...

Paid 9250.00

almost 8 years ago

Going in for lift with implants , my goal is to have no sag & fuller breast. Excited &...

Paid 6500.00

over 8 years ago

I am now 6 weeks post op breast lift (periareolar) and augmentation after breastfeeding
3...

Paid 7000.00

over 8 years ago

I researched 5 doctors, dr rumalla was the 3rd Doctor I meet and right away I knew it was him...

Paid 10000.00

about 9 years ago

A brief summary of my story, I had been wanting a breast reduction since I hit puberty and...

Paid 8000.00

over 9 years ago

Super happy with my results! Dr. Rumalla is very professional yet makes you feel like a close...

Paid 11100.00

over 9 years ago

Dr Rumalla and his staff are so incredibly compassionate, caring and understanding!

Paid 4500.00

almost 10 years ago

Prior to my operation with Dr. Rumalla I was ashamed to wear a tight or low cut shirt, Dr....

Paid 12000.00

over 9 years ago

My search for the right doctor is finally over and my lift is finally scheduled!!! Unfortunately,...

Paid 9000.00

about 10 years ago

Dr. Rumalla is the only plastic surgeon I will use! I consulted with three other plastic...

Paid 5600.00

over 10 years ago

Dr. Rumalla is an excellet plastic surgeon. His after-care is the best that I've ever...

Paid 7500.00

almost 11 years ago

My surgery was more in depth than Dr. Rumalla thought during my consultation. Due to the age of...

Paid 8500.00

almost 11 years ago

Im a 28 year old mother of a 7 month old and 2 and half year old. Before pregnancy I was a 32C,...

Paid 7499.93

to regain confidence after having kids

I just had a breast lift/implants...


Paid 9000.00

over 8 years ago

For several years I felt like my breast look like udders. Resembling those from that old cartoon...

Paid 8700.00

about 10 years ago

I am so excited to have surgery in less than 2 weeks. I'm hoping to go from a 32A to a D. I chose...

Paid 8500.00

over 10 years ago

After years of going back and forth as to whether or not I would go under the knife I have...