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Upper Hooded Eyelids :( * UK. *

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Going for consultation at 6.30pm today for my...

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Kat xMarch 6, 2014
WORTH IT$1,120
Going for consultation at 6.30pm today for my consultation for eyelid surgery!! finally plucked up the courage to get it done, going to opt for getting it done awake with local anaesthetic.... (nervous)!!!!!!!
cost 1000 getting it done this way and 120 for consultation rather than 2500 with a general anaesthetic.. so im going to be brave and think of nice things while she cuts my lids!! hahaha :/
hopefully I can have a tablet to calm me before surgery!
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Margaret Strick is a really nice woman EASY to talk too, she put me at ease knowing how scared I was about the injections. I Was REALLY nervous getting this done awake, but it was so easy and the injections aren't as painfull as I was expecting. All the horror stories I've read about excruciating injections were not true in my opinion and as for reading about hearing the cutting and smelling the cauterising machine thing burning the blood vessels was not the case!! You feel little bits but no pain or anything yucky... so if I found out I needed to do it again I wouldn't waste my days being stressed about it. £980 under local with 3 x 10mg Tamazapam= EASY OR £2500 under General anaesthetic???? I definitely know which was best for me!!!! Xxx

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Joejah Peach
March 8, 2014
Wishing you the VERY best, Kat X! Can't to hear about your post-surgery recovery process. We're all going to pray for fantastic results, and can't wait for you to share and how pleased you are with the results -- and no more hooded eyelids! :-)
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Kat x
March 8, 2014
thank you Joejah x have you had the surgery?? x
Joejah Peach
March 9, 2014
No, not yet. I finally found someone who I'm comfortable with -- so I have it scheduled a few days after yours -- on April 28th -- if I don't chicken out. I'll be thinking of you on April 25th, and sending you lots of positive vibes! :-)
LaFaughn
March 9, 2014
My Consult is March 20th. In a couple of weeks. This specialist will tell me for sure if I need the surgery. I am sure I need the surgery or my ophthalmologist would not be sending me to him. I am very anxious as to weather he will do the surgery or not. I spoke with his nurse and she said that if my ophthalmologist was referring me to him then yes , I did need the surgery. Will just be glad when I know for sure, and know the surgery date for sure.
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Kat x
March 10, 2014
joejah ...I will keep you up to date with all the gory details as I will be housebound with my stitches in!! good luck with your op too xx ps don't chicken out as it will be worth it [RS bleep]
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Kat x
March 10, 2014
if you need it, try not to chicken out!! I could run a mile thinking about it but I want it done so im defo doing it!! its really just the injections im scared of!! [RS bleep]
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Kat x
March 10, 2014
keep me posted when your surgery is... I will keep this page up to date as I find it interesting and helpful to read other peoples experience's!!! x
Joejah Peach
March 11, 2014
I certainly will! I absolutely LOVE your upbeat and cheerful spirit! :-)
LaFaughn
April 2, 2014
My surgery is on the 16th of this month. I went today and had my EKG and lab work done. Now just waiting for the BIG day.
LaFaughn
March 8, 2014
Hope all goes well. Let us know how the consultation goes and what the MD says.
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Kat x
March 8, 2014
thank you Lafaughn x are you having it done?? x
LaFaughn
March 8, 2014
I don't know but probally yes. I was referred to an Oculoplastic surgeon for my droopy upper eye lids. Just an upper eyelid surgery won't fix my problem ( which I didn't even know I had droopy upper eyelids, until I went to my ophtholomoligist ). The muscles that work and hold the upper eyelids up is what I need repaired and some excess skin removed from my upper eyelids. I go for my consult on March 20th. That was as soon as they could get me in for my consult. Let me know what all they did ( test and so forth) at your consult, would really appreciate it. What type of MD is going to do yours?
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Kat x
March 8, 2014
she made me follow her finger right and left with my eyes, not sure why. she also pinched my skin on eyelids to see elasticity (I think). she asked when my last eye test was which im due one so im going to do it before my op x
Barbara Coyle
March 9, 2014
I just had my eye lids done two weeks ago, my insurance Co. Covered it because i failed the field of range eye test. The procedure was painless and when the stitches came out a week later if you did not know I had the surgery you would not notice the incision. The only thing that bothered me was the itching, you could not scratch your eyes, cold compresses worked wonders though! I should not have waited so long to get them done!
Barbara Coyle
March 9, 2014
If you fail your eye test you insurance might cover it! Maybe your Dr. Was seeing you range of sight.
LaFaughn
March 9, 2014
So what kind of doctor is she, plastic surgeon or what?
LaFaughn
March 9, 2014
How did he do the field of range test. Can you explain it to me? Thank you.
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Kat x
March 9, 2014
my eyes are fine I don't need glasses so im sure the next test should be fine xx thanks Barbara its nice to hear happy endings about a surgery before your going to get it done!! I will get a bag of peas at the ready!! hope I don't itch when im asleep!!! xx
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Kat x
March 9, 2014
my eye sight is fine so im sure it should be ok after the next eye test! Im in Scotland (UK) we don't pay for health insurance as we have the NHS which we get treatments for free if there necessary, but unfortunately cosmetic surgery doesn't get done unless its a severe need!!! thanks for posting positive comments about it as im scared a bit now its booked!! lol but if itching's all I need to worry about im sure I will cope!! :) [RS bleep]
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Kat x
March 9, 2014
This is a some of her info...... Consultant Plastic Surgeon MBChB MSc DPD FRCS (Glas) FRCS (Plast) •Cosmetic and reconstructive Breast Surgery; inclucing Breast Reconstruction after Mastectomy; Breast Reduction, Breast Augmentation, Asymmetry correction, Gynecomastia surgery •Hand surgery (including carpal tunnel decompression, Dupuytrens Disease, joint replacement surgery) •Skin surgery (skin cancers) •Facial rejuvenation surgery (including Facelift, Necklift, Eyelift, cosmetic nose surgery, prominent ear correction) •All aspects of body cosmetic surgery (including abdominoplasty, armlift, thigh lift, labiaplasty, body contouring, liposuction) •Paediatric plastic surgery xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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Kat x
March 9, 2014
sorry LaFaughn I don't know what that is?? :) x
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Kat x
April 4, 2014
my eye test was fine Barbara, so I cant try n get it for free!! lol pity!!! :) x
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Kat x
March 8, 2014
So, I went for consultation on Thursday, surgeon was lovely she was very polite and easy to talk to! she told me about the dreaded injection to numb the eyelids before the surgery, she will put it in at the side the full length of the eyelid then slowly inject the anaesthetic as she pulls the needle out.. Offfffty :/ (hate the thought of that bit...) my date is set for April 25th at 3,Oclock but I have to go in the previous week to get my prescription for a little temazapam and to sign the consent papers. Im not allowed do it on the day of surgery as I will have taken the temazapam! :) she says I should expect swelling and bruising for 3 weeks, I don't think I will be too bad as after my rhinoplasty I didn't bruise much or swell much... bet I do now that I have said that!!! HAHA she's going to put one stitch in each eyelid rather than loads of little ones.. I prefer that as I hate getting stitches out!! at least its just one to come out each eye!! supposedly I have a bit of asymmetry in the eyelids I cant notice it but she can, suppose she knows what to look for!! she asked me if I use one eyebrow more than the other, she was right I kind of have animated eyebrows when I talk hahahaha especially my right one!! so one muscle is stronger than other... £980 for surgery and £120 for consultation x
Joejah Peach
April 24, 2014
Wishing you the very best on your big day tomorrow at 3:00 p.m.!!! Do keep us posted on how things go!! :-)
UPDATED FROM Kat x
1 month pre

Before Picures of my Eyelids before surgery

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Kat xMarch 8, 2014
Here's my eyelids before they get the chop!! :)
need to get rid of them before im going to have to use matchsticks to keep my eyes open... :)
not one person I've told thinks I should get this done but its for me not for anyone else!! im to young to have droopy eyes yet!! hahahaha x
im not going to grow old gracefully so there!!! :)

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kesling1
December 3, 2014
Looks about the same as mine. Had a quicklift (lower facelift) last year, so will get my eyelids done next year hopefully. Hardly any eyelid left showing. Hope yours went well.
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Kat x
December 3, 2014
Yeah there great now, took a few mts for the wee webbing to go but im happy 100 now!! :) x
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Kat x
December 3, 2014
100% happy x
UPDATED FROM Kat x
1 month pre

try this folks.... hahahaha

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Kat xMarch 8, 2014
https://www.facetouchup.com/virtual-plastic-surgery/l.php?id=portuese&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.seattlefacial.com&ru=SeattleFacial.com&uc=http%3A%2F%2Fseattlefacial.com%2Fcontact.html#

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Joejah Peach
March 26, 2014
Hi Kat X, Wanted to see how things went with your surgery and how your recovery was coming along. I mistakenly thought your surgery was March 25 --mine was supposed to have been on March 28 (but I pushed it back to next week -- logistics weren't coming together). In my haste and nervousness, I indicated April instead of March. Anyway, still wishing you well! LOL! :-)
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Kat x
March 26, 2014
No my surgery not till April 25th x What date is yours?? Xx Wish it was over and done with!! :)
J at RS
March 26, 2014
Kat- do you want me to update your review so that your procedure date shows up?


LaFaughn
March 26, 2014
Yes, I could not figure out how to update . Can you please tell me how I can update with pictures when I have my surgery. Send me a link or something.
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Kat x
March 26, 2014
My comment on march 8th says when my op is! :) x
Joejah Peach
March 27, 2014
Next Wednesday, April 2nd!!! I'm an absolute ball of nerves! This website has been so incredibly helpful re: the wide range and variations of healing, and all the tips. I THINK I'm prepared...we'll see...
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Kat x
March 27, 2014
ooh next wed!!! good luck!!! you will be fine!! are you getting a local or a general ?? xx wish I was in sooner to get it out the way!!! lol x remember everyone says theres no pain involved so don't worry x :)
Joejah Peach
March 27, 2014
Thanks for the well wishes, Kat X! :-)
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Kat x
April 2, 2014
good luck joejah!!! hope it goes well as im sure it will!! xxxxx
J at RS
April 2, 2014
Sorry I just saw your reply!  I added your surgery date.
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J at RS
April 2, 2014
GOOD LUCK TODAY!!!
Joejah Peach
April 4, 2014
Hi Kat x, Had both upper and lower eyelids done + chin implant. So far, it's been VERY easy - the worst part was the chin. No issues whatsoever - MINIMAL bruising and swelling -- I was on the other end of the spectrum, where I started worrying if about lack of significant swelling. LOL! :-) Today the uppers are feeling are bit tight and itchy, but not that big a deal. I promise I'll send pics. Please be sure to Focus ONLY on your positive outcome as your date approaches. A lot of the tips from our realself sisters were soooo helpful -- way more info than I ever received from the PS -- and I really believe these helped me a lot (e.g., benefits of pineapple, homeopathic supplements, etc.). I can't wait to hear how your goes on the 25th -- do you realize that's only TWO WEEKS away?! LOL! :-)
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Kat x
April 4, 2014
ive messaged you joejah x how was chin put in? was it in through mouth? x
Joejah Peach
April 4, 2014
THANKS SO MUCH!! Things went REALLY well!! Will be thanking everybody whose journeys I followed closely and who gave such tremendous advice and tips. Realself is an awesome site!!! :-)
Joejah Peach
April 4, 2014
It was put under my chin -- got the pressure tape removed during my 1-day post-op. I was hoping this would be the catalyst for me to lose weight -- not so lucky - though it's a little tight to open my mouth, I have managed to eat just fine (smaller bites, but same amount) -- so my weight is still with me! LOL! :-)
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SadieBee
April 4, 2014
Joejah, I had no idea you already had your surgery. So glad to hear it went well! Looking forward to reading more about your experience. Wishing you a speedy recovery and beautiful result.
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Kat x
April 4, 2014
yeah I think that would be the easiest way to get it in, i don't like the thought of them cutting my gums in front of my lower teeth to shove it in!!! ewwww,x dying to see your pics!!! x
Joejah Peach
April 4, 2014
Too funny - I just posted a msg on your blog. Yes, I had it 2 days ago!!! The worst is over, and thanks for ALL your information and tips -- you have truly been a blessing! :-)
Joejah Peach
April 4, 2014
My PS said the mouth is second filthiest place in one's body (the first is the anus) -- I researched it and it is, indeed, true! So eeewww is right! LOL! :-) Interestingly though, there are a lot of variations in opinions among docs about this.
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Kat x
April 4, 2014
defiantly not wanting to put chin implant in my anus!!! hahahaha im just reading a girls review on eyes she's called eyedidit. is her eyes like yours? x
Anonymous35921
April 5, 2014
JoeP, Does your PS do faces only and did you mention his/her name in any of your posts? I have many relatives in Atlanta (headed there next week for spring break). Would love to find a good lower eye PS. Thanks, grace60
Joejah Peach
April 8, 2014
Dr. Zweig in Atlanta -- he's really good! Yes, he focuses only on the face.
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