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LiftGoneWrong

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Updated 16 Feb 2010
Posted 15 Oct 2009
Not Worth It
Spent: $4,000 in Maitland, FL

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....



Updated on Oct 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.



Updated on Feb 16, 2010:
 

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My Doctor:

Did'nt follow thru with his promises to remove a scar he left on the side of my face. Untruthful about why the scar happened.. Problems in the office with getting in to see the Doctor.
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RCG (1 post) 1 Nov 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
Chrystal Eckes (621 posts) 1 Nov 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 (12 posts) 2 Nov 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 (621 posts) 3 Nov 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 (3 posts) 8 Sep 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 (4 posts) 10 Nov 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 (359 posts) 12 Nov 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 (1 post) 23 Nov 2009
Thank you all for writing these reviews...I had an appointment, but I've cancelled it thanks to you all.
Millie G. (3 posts) 29 Nov 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.
boyfriend (1 post) 11 Dec 2009
I*'am so sorry, my girlfriend had it all done monday the 7th of dec. she was never told of the post things we have to do.I feel this place should be shut down. they take your money and then leave you .If they disfigure her there in for the biggest lawsuit .take care ,The boyfriend.
LiftGoneWrong (12 posts) 17 Dec 2009
How's she doing now? I never said LSL didnt work....Made a big difference in my face. The issue is what I had to go thru after the initial surgery. I was simply unfortunate and had a stitch come loose which caused all the major issues. Once they tried to repair, things went south from there. I think the Doctor couldnt do any more for me in the office and chose to ignore me in hopes I'd go away. Law suits are not possible with this company, they have every angle covered and if the attorney can't get a major mal-practice suit filed they don't want to touch it because there's simply not enough money involved. After posting this review I did get a response from LSL but nothing has been resolved as of today. They've led me to believe they will try and make this right with laser treatment. I'm still waiting. However, even if they manage to make the scar less visible I still have all the bumps under my skin, the sides of my face are bluish in color and my ears hurt constantly because of the nerves being severed so many times and That, nobody can fix. I can no longer wear earings. Overall the surgery does work barring any other complications. It's been nearly a year since the last surgery so it's looking as though my feeling will never be the same as before. Please let me know how your girlfriend looks now and would she do it again?
Notgoin (1 post) 13 Dec 2009
I just made an appointment with LSL - I told my husband that was what I wanted for Christmas. After reading all of the horror that you ladies have gone through, I am cancelling my appointment. Sandi
LiftGoneWrong (12 posts) 17 Dec 2009
If you'll notice I never said the surgery didnt work. They simply don't tell you the full truth because if they did, nobody would sit in the chair. Yes it's painful but tolerable especially if you only have it done one time and all goes well. My issue came up about 3 months later when a stitch came undone causing my face to fall on the right side. My story tells all after that point. Suppose I should post a before and after picture without all the scars, bumps and bluish colors showing on the sides of my face. I'm not trying to scare people into not having this done. Simply do the research on your Doctor and make sure you know what to expect when you go in, they do not tell you everything up front the way they should. The Doctor I had tried too hard to make it right and ended up making it a nightmare for me. LSL read my reveiew and contacted me about this situation. I'm still waiting to hear from them on how they intend to make it right.
Trishaasif (4 posts) 15 Feb 2010
I cannot believe you are still trusting your face to LSL. You said the dr. tried TO HARD TO FIX it and left you worse off. Why not wait, I don't know if money is your problem, and go to a certified board dr.? IT'S YOUR FACE. What if the next dr. TRIES TO HARD? and you end up in a worse nightmare? I just don't understand. At what point do you learn? Obviously you don't think they are that bad, my God, if I get a bad haircut, I don't go back to that hairdresser to fix it, nevermind my face.
LiftGoneWrong (12 posts) 16 Feb 2010
You're right, it is MY face! I chose to go beyond what most people would do, I got LSL's attention... They ARE making it right. Just because I fell into a unfortunate situation does not mean it should cost me even more money now does it? If I din'nt care about my face I would'nt have had the procedure done at all....As I said and I'll say it again "The procedure worked for me".. The Doctor made mistakes and the office made mistakes. They are making it right. I'll post pictures once this is behind me..
JohnRich (29 posts) 21 Aug 2010
Hard to believe a stitch could come undone 3 months after surgery. Stitches are typically removed on day 10, but it will take time for the skin to fully heal. Do you have diabetes or another condition that prevents rapid healing? I was warned not to sleep on my ears, only on my back, for several months. This has been hard for me since I'm used to sleeping on my side or stomach. The skin in front of my ears has very little touch sensation, but I'm told the nerves will begin to regenerate after a number of months. I'm on day 24 after surgery. I do like my younger facial appearance.
9553anon (43 posts) 26 Aug 2010
How are you doing today? I am post op day 14.My jawline looks great and so does my neck. I still have some bumps on the right side that I continually massage and alternate moist heat and cold. There is still swelling both sides, but gets better every day.
Barbie111 (1 post) 1 Jan 2010

My husband and I were both considering LSL, but after reading all the negative results, have decided against it. Thanks for your courage to go on-line, post pics, and tell your story. God be with you.

niknaknut (1 post) 6 Mar 2010
I was planning to have this surgery in Maitland, FL in a few weeks, but have changed my mind after reading all the horror stores. I will contact a plastic surgeon who is certified
mosey (1 post) 30 Sep 2010
It all depends on the Doctor. If you choose an artist results will be fantastic. The area which is a problem for most people who are showing age is around the jowl line, neck and cheek/chin. A Doctor who is certified in Otolaryngology is great.In Vegas there is a good Doctor. With plastic surgery the traditional kind has really left a lot of stars looking like zombies. Did this stop people from having plastic surgery? No, of course not. Go in with reasonalbe expectations. You are not going to look 20 when you are 50,60 or 70...You will just look better.
Patty1 (4 posts) 6 Mar 2010
Were/are you a smoker?? You can heal poorly if you are.........
JohnRich (29 posts) 1 Aug 2010
You need to do the research ahead of time and find out if the surgeon is board certified in plastic facial surgery. Also, don't just be satisfied to go with the positive sales spiel that the consultant will give you. Do the research online that will show you things like exactly where the skin will be cut. Anytime skin is cut there will be pain. That's what vicodin is for.
Kayak girl (8 posts) 15 Aug 2010
Sorry that it happened. Some doctors aren't as good as others. You need to reseach everything mine is wonderful. I don't drink or smoke and did everything I was told and read about.
2493anon (2 posts) 20 Aug 2010
Who did your surgery there. I was thinking of getting this done there and now scared to. He told me the scars would be unoticable in 2 months and it's easy surgery.I went for the consult today...yikes
Kayak girl (8 posts) 21 Aug 2010
Dr. Jason Swerdloff. Yes, your face fells numb to touch, the lazar was the worse. Everyone heals differently if you smoke or drink that also affects how long you heal beside bruise. My mom is healing longer she's 79 yrs. old I'm sixty one and if lots better condition. Really research the doctor good luck

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