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LiftGoneWrong

Name: LiftGoneWrong
Item: Frank Filiberto, MD
Author: LiftGoneWrong

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I had this procedure for my sagging jowls.. I...

LiftGoneWrongOctober 15, 2009

$4,000

I had this procedure for my sagging jowls..

I don't recommend it for anyone unless you're prepared for lots of pain. They make it sound so simple when in fact it's a major surgery. They don't tell you your ears will be severed almost all the way around. They use stitches that DO NOt dissolve so you end up with bumps all under your skin. They don't tell you you'll have nerve damage around your ears and they treat you terrible if you have to go back and have something addressed that went wrong. After 3 procedures they won't even acknowledge my presence.

When you watch the videos prior to the procedure your left with the impression it's only a hour away and you can return to work very quickly. They DON'T tell you everything they will do because if they did, Absolutely noone would sit in that chair awaiting the shots they give you so you don't feel what they do, a bandage goes around your face and when it's removed it's then and only then do you realize this is a major surgery you didnt expect. This is not worth waisting money..

Life Style Lift gone wrong. There will be no compensation or help getting the damage repaired ONLY if you choose to pay anothe surgeon. Go to a reputable plastic surgeon! May cost you a little more BUT they know what they're doing. These doctors are solicited thru the board of medicine and most are ENT's praticing this procedure a few days a week to make some extra dollars with no worries about law suits. They will lie in a heartbeat to save the company from a lawsuit. Believe me. I KNOW....

LiftGoneWrong's provider

Frank Filiberto, MD

Facial Plastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery

Replies (5)

disne2015

February 18, 2015

I also had a bad or negative experience with my lifestyle lift. The doctor damaged the traegus on both ears leaving gapping holes for ear canals which caused emotional stress. I had to use hearing plugs so to cover and lessen too much wind or air getting inside and causing ear aches. When I went back to the doctor he was gone. He left the facility where he was performing this procedure and I was not given notice or info where to follow up with him. I had to save for years to undergo reconstructive surgery for both ears. Its criminal what some of these doctors are doing to their trusting patients.

LaTrec

February 18, 2015

It certainly sounds that way. I hope you filed formal complaints against your doctor. Maybe your also file a complaint with your state's AG (Attorney General)? Probably won't do much good for you personally. I feel terrible about the abuse you and others have endured. I'm surprised with what seems to be disproportionately negative results incurred a class action suit hasn't been brought forward against Life Style Lift. For whatever reason, the experiences with LSL doctors seems to be frequently negative (at least on this site). I haven't seen any of their televised ads in a while. Have you?

GrandmaJ

February 19, 2015

I am sorry for you as well. I have tried all avenues for this, but it seems like they are untouchable. I know that there are women and men who have great results with no issues, but I feel there are more of us who have not. I wish miracle could happen for all of us, but I guess that is a wish as they have their guard dogs in place. I also feel as you as to what they are doing with people with their hard earned savings and trust is unexcuseable. I am sorry that we have to be the victims. Good Luck to you! God Bless You!

Chrystal Eckes

February 19, 2015

I agree with everything that you have said. I too had an awful experience with LSL. One thing that you said rings true, "Go to a reputable plastic surgeon!" You can sum it all up in those words. If you want cheap and quick and maybe no problems, go to LSL, but if you want a good lift, go to a good doctor. There is nothing else to say. LSL will not support you after the lift, good luck on getting a call back much less help if anything goes wrong. For the life of me, I cannot figure out how they are skirting the fringes of medical legitimacy, much less human morals. Best to you, Chrystal Eckes

Vivienne Avare

March 12, 2018

3/ 2018 Indeed, the doctor owner needs to be sued as his malpractice business has been shut down. After 7 years my new serious problem suddenly develops and I learn the class action stopped years ago?? Well, look out because a belated Lift gone wrong can happen. It becomes loose near earlobe and the stitches we suspect) are growing out of my cheek by ear! I have surgery pending etc,. If anyone knows a Florida Lawyer, please call miss Vicky 321-331-8181

UPDATED FROM LiftGoneWrong

I should add my first procedure was done in...

LiftGoneWrongOctober 16, 2009

I should add my first procedure was done in February 2008 Again in May 2008 and last in January 2009. There is a lot of nerve damage to my ears and the bumps under my skin will not go away on there own. I will need t have them removed at some point. I'm doing everything possible to get LSL to pay for the damage.

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RCG

November 2, 2009

Thank you so much for sharing your story. I'm sorry for your pain and for the terrible treatment that you received. I had been interested in the possibility of what they offer.... but not any more. You've saved at least person from going through the ordeal that you have suffered. Regards, RCG

rose marie divincenti

February 24, 2012

thank you so much for sharing your experience. I have been thinking about getting the procedure but you made up my mind for me. thank you, thank you, thank you

Chrystal Eckes

November 2, 2009

Thanks for posting your pictures and sharing your story with us. I too had problems with my LSL but nothing to the extent of skin bursting open! I am hoping that by all of us posting that many people will consider getting a 2nd opinion or at least going to the Doctors Question & Answer area here at realself to read what other Doctors think about this procedure and how long to expect this procedure to last. It is not only the money, which is not cheap by any means, but also the quality of care given. I had my procedure in Atlanta and truthfully would not recommend anyone for this procedure. It was if I did not exist after my procedure and they did everything that they could possibly do to get me to "GO AWAY". I was told repeatedly, "it will get better" when I knew better. Everyday I would notice something else that did not look right. The worst feeling of all though was that I had paid all this money and felt that I was hooked like a big mouth bass. Hook, line and sinker. I wish you the best with your recovery. Best, Chrystal Eckes.

LiftGoneWrong

November 2, 2009

Thank you, I read all these posts after I had the procedure. Same with me only after 3 times having the surgery for whatever reason LSL chose to shove me under a rug and forget what happened. Since the Doctor lied on my records my attorney dropped the case. I chose to go public and let everyone know HOW this thing works ESPECIALLY if you have issues. I'm not finished just yet! Still in the process of letting everyone living in my area know what a huge mistake this can be IF the LiftGoesWrong.

Chrystal Eckes

November 4, 2009

I hopefully am doing the same thing... trying to educate people about what can happen if the LSL does not go as planned and at the percentage rates of happy vs unhappy people should take heed and really check into the procedure and get a 2nd opinion with a American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS) or the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). It really is hard to post your pictures and put yourself up for ridicule, jokes, and of course the "how could you be so stupid remarks". I do hope that anyone considering this procedure will also consider the possible outcome. Keep up the good work! Best, Chrystal Eckes

joyous1

September 9, 2010

I don't think you should feel that people will ridicule you. I believe most people read what is said there and think, 'there but for the grace of god... and Thank you.' Best wishes

patzlaff

November 10, 2009

The more I read these reviews, the more I'm thankful for Chickening out on it. I am sorry for all of your grief but if more people would tell their stories, maybe we can put them out of business.

Bits

November 13, 2009

ALL I can say is WOW to "liftgonewrong'..I pray you get better. I have symptoms you describe& only let them do one.The Dr's answer to fix my sewn ear to my face, was he;d sew the other ear to match. I was absolutely horrified!! I ran out of there.I am 3 yrs post LSL and the pain never goes away or the numbness in my lobes.I pray you get better.

ladyleegal

November 24, 2009

Thank you all for writing these reviews...I had an appointment, but I've cancelled it thanks to you all.

Millie G.

November 29, 2009

Thank you - all of you brave women for sharing your story. It sounded to good to be true. I have an upcoming appointment which I will cancel - you have saved at least on more woman from this humiliation.

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