I am 9 days out from the first step of my two step procedure. I had my upper/lower abdomen and hips done. I was very nervous the day of the procedure. The staff were very professional, cool, calm and collected. If you are considering to have this procedure done I would recommend it. During the procedure, I was awake but I was not anxious or in pain. I could feel as Dr Dillon worked but it was just a feeling. Its hard to explain. After it was all done I was assisted into my garment and to a wheelchair. They then assisted me out to the car where my husband was waiting. That day I slept most of the day. There was pain but no worse than the way you feel the day after a fender bender. The second day I was able to shower. There was drainage but the girls had given me enough padding to catch it all. I needed pain medication once but that was it. I was able to get around myself Bending over was the hardest. At my one week appointment I was feeling great. I was back to work on day 4 and did just fine. There is still swelling and tenderness but it gets better every day. My second step to have my arms and back rolls done is in a few weeks.

I give Sono Bello of St. Louis a +10 rating. The office and medical staff did an excellent job of explaining everything from start to finish. Also Dr.Dillion and his staff did an excellent job on the day of the procedures. I am very pleased on the results. I would recommend Sono Bello to anyone.

July 2014 I sought out Sono Bello from an ad on TV. It took a lot of thinking before I made the appointment but I did..... Britni at the front desk was a hoot and made me feel right at home for all my visits. April, the consultant was very knowledgeable and professional and asked a lot of pertinent questions to really explain the procedure. Gina and Dr. Dillon also very professional and in the procedure room was a well oiled machine. There was nothing unpleasant about the actual procedure at all. I came home and watched TV and did not feel like sleeping. The next day I slept a lot and after that just normal sleep. They were awesome. The follow up with Tanya was great and so far I am very pleased with the results. The medicine for internal and external bruising has made so much difference. If I could comment on one thing or two it would be the paper underwear. I don't know what the cost but they are ridiculously funny to put on and good for a lot of laughs. Also, the compression garments with side eye hooks and zippers is extremely difficult to put on by yourself especially with arthritis and the garments should come with snap crotches instead of the hole in the bottom....hahaha.....not sure why none are made with snaps. Today I await my 3rd week and 3 month garment which is all in one piece....nice. I will see Tanya again in October and I look forward to what is said to be increasing improvement in my upper abdomen. Glad I had the procedure, Angela Just back from my 6 month final check up and I am very very pleased with the results. My 'before' picture actually made my stomach turn and I had forgotten how bad it really looked. My 'after' photo was amazing. I was very impressed by everyone there and would, if needed, not hesitate to have another procedure. One word.....awesome!!!!

I am thrilled with the results i and my Doctors achieved at Sonobello. Not only were the staff professional and courteous but they made me feel like i really mattered to them as a person and not just a patient. Within 5 weeks i have lost 18 inches and 15 pounds. I have only just started this journey and can't wait to see what happens in the next few months. This step is just the first in getting my life back and stepping forward to a brighter future. Thank you Sonobello!

I had phase 1 done three weeks ago (upper/lower abs and waist) and Phase 2 two weeks ago (inner/outer thighs, knees and banana roll) What amazing results so far! I am so pleased with the results, and they get better every day! Although it was my core, I bounced back a bit quicker from phase 1 and still have swelling and bruising on my legs - but I have lost more than 2 inches in each area - and there is still swelling! I have gone done one full size already! It is the best decision I have made in a long time! From the initial consultation, pre-surgery consult, surgery, post-op and all the e-mails and phone checks - everyone is king, professional and concerned with providing me the best information. Dr Shatz and his nursing staff are top-notch. If you are thinking about making a change - this is the place! I can't wait to see the 1-month, 3-month and 6-month results!