The Swan 2: Episode 4 Recap
The Sisters: Gina and Kari B.
By Kelley Rhodes
November 16, 2004
In a Swan first, host Amanda Byrum reveals that sisters have been chosen to receive life changing transformations. First we meet younger sister Kari who is surprised to learn that she has been chosen to be a Swan, but her happiness is short-lived because she knows how much her sister Gina, who had also auditioned for the show, wanted to be chosen. What Kari doesn't realize is that her sister will also receive a make-over and will be her competition for the pageant.
Twenty five year old Kari's struggles began at age 16 when she developed double D breasts. Her insecurity about her figure ruined her love of dance and cheerleading. "Dancers aren't built this way," Kari laments. Kari now experiences back aches and headaches due to her large chest. She has also gained a lot of weight which has caused her to feel even worse about herself. Kari wants a fresh start in life.
The panel of experts devises a plan to excavate Kari's beauty.
Kari's Plan:
On her face: Nose job, Brow lift, Lower eye lift, Upper lip lift, Fat transfer to lips, Liposuction on cheeks and chin, and Lasik eye surgery.
On her body: Breast reduction; Liposuction of 7 different areas.
Dental: Zoom bleaching, Gum tissue recontouring, DaVinci veneers, and deep cleaning.
Fitness: 2 hours a day, 6 days a week in the gym and a 1200 calorie diet.
Kari will receive weekly therapy and coaching to build self-esteem.
Gina, 27, is stunned to learn that she has also been chosen to be a Swan. She is told that Kari has no idea that Gina will join her. Like her sister, Gina also wears a double D bra and has gained a lot of weight. Gina feels that her childhood was ruined by her early development. She was often hit on by older boys. Gina has been Kari's protector all their lives. She thinks it will be good for them to work on themselves individually. These days Gina keeps very busy to keep from dwelling on her appearance. She wants to feel better about herself so that she can be more intimate with her boyfriend.
Gina's Plan:
On her face: Brow lift, Liposuction to cheek and chin, and Photo facials to even out her skin.
On her body: Tummy tuck, Breast reduction, Liposuction to 8 different areas.
Dental: Zoom bleaching, DaVinci veneers and deep cleaning.
Fitness: 2 hours a day, 6 days a week in the gym, and 1200 calorie a day diet.
Gina will also receive weekly therapy and coaching to help build her tackle her insecurities and learn to focus on herself.
The sisters arrive in LA, but Kari still doesn't realize that Gina is there as well. To perpetuate the ruse, Gina sends Kari a very supportive letter. Kari struggles to deal with facing this life altering experience without her sister. Gina tearfully admits that she wishes her sister was there with her. Both sisters learn that they will live the next three months without mirrors. Kari is busted for a having a compact in her luggage.
Gina consults with her surgeon Dr. Terry Dubrow. He tells Gina that she needs a tummy tuck and breast reduction. Dr. Dubrow feels that Gina will be pageant-ready if she sticks to her diet and exercise regimen. Gina says that Kari will be as surprised to see Gina's transformation as she will her own.
Kari then meets with Dr. Randall Haworth who hopes to change her top heavy appearance and ease her pain by giving her a breast reduction. Dr. Haworth also plans to feminize Kari's appearance.
Gina meets with a dietician and is upset to learn that she must give up her beloved soda. Kari visits cosmetic dentist Dr. Sherri Worth who prepares her teeth for DaVinci veneers. Kari worries that she will chip her new teeth because she is a clumsy person. Dr. Worth tells her not to worry.
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