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Blepharoplasty in MN - Chaska, MN

Name: Blepharoplasty in MN - Chaska, MN
Item: James Wire, MD
Author: 2coldinmn

ORIGINAL POST

Going for pre-surgery consult this week - I have...

2coldinmnMarch 12, 2014

WORTH IT$3,100

Going for pre-surgery consult this week - I have done laser resurfacing in the past with this PS. Had a consult for a blepharoplasty with the same PS last fall and obtained a quote but they asked that I come in again for another consultation. I just took these pre-op pics with and (eek) without makeup. Surgery is scheduled for March 31st. I am not sure if others who have had blepharoplasty done had laser resurfacing around the eyes included as part of this procedure.

2coldinmn's provider

James Wire, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Replies (10)

Joejah Peach

March 14, 2014

How exciting! I'm sure things will turn our great! Are you getting only your uppers done?

2coldinmn

March 17, 2014

I am getting uppers and also a "pinch" on the lowers...I just asked him what he thought should be done.

Denver888

March 15, 2014

Biggest mistake of my life! I had lower blepharoplasty done in Denver by a dishonest ocular plastic surgeon who put $ before his patients best interest. My recommendation is read all of the "not worth it" reviews on this site. Then if you still really want to have surgery I would interview at least 5 surgeons with good reputations, then make your decision. I wish someone would have taken the time to give me this recommendation. I wish you the best!

2coldinmn

March 17, 2014

That is awful -I'm sorry you had a bad experience but thank you for sharing. I wish there was more information related to 'credentialing' for plastic surgeons. A few post the actual numbers of each type of procedure they have completed on their websites. The costs are generally posted and seem to be regionally-based (Beverly Hills is more expensive than Des Moines) though cost doesn't help us decide on level of expertise. I was not sure whether to go with an oculoplast or a PS. I went with this PS because some of his staff has had the same surgery and they look great.

Eyedidit

March 16, 2014

There are others here who had laser with surgery. I think after reading all the reviews here you will like your new eyes. I'm getting mine done, both, uppers and lowers April 3rd. We will be recovering together. Good luck.

headsup2013

March 16, 2014

Were your eyes swollen shut after your surgery?

2coldinmn

March 17, 2014

Hi there - surgery is scheduled for March 31 so I'm not sure yet. I have previously had fraxel laser resurfacing on my face, and there was some swelling then. It helped to sleep upright in a recliner for two nights.

headsup2013

March 18, 2014

I am having mine done on Thursday. My aunt just had hers done last week, and her eyes are swollen shut. Freaking me out

2coldinmn

April 2, 2014

Headsup2013, did you post pictures? I am freaked out too because my eyes are swollen!

headsup2013

April 2, 2014

I didnt post any pics. Im having an issue with one of the lower lids drooping. Looks freakish. Doctor says it should come back up or he will need to put a stitch in to hold it up. I am concerned to say the least

UPDATED FROM 2coldinmn

13 days pre

Pre-op consult

2coldinmnMarch 17, 2014

Recevied "Nutri-Dyn" Surgical Healing Formula supplements, "Dynamic Nutritional Associates D-55" liquid drops, a scrubby thing for scrubbing prior to surgery and instructions. I am looking forward to the 31st. Having trouble posting - computer at turtle speed.

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Eyedidit

March 17, 2014

how many blepharoplasty's has your surgeon done? do you know? i went with an oculoplast just because it seems like they would be more experienced but i'm sure your surgeon will be fine since you've seen his results. my surgery is a few days after yours. (april 3rd) are you having general anesthesia?

2coldinmn

April 2, 2014

Sorry i have not posted earlier PreciousPug-I don't know - he said hundreds? I was torn between going with a PS and an oculoplast! Make sure you post pictures. I did not have general, just local anesthesia - I did have a ride home though because of Oxy (and also your eyes are a little out of whack right after surgery). The before and after pics in his office (well, and the staff in his office who have had the procedure done) convinced me. However, I am freaking out now with stitches in my eyelids, feeling weird. I have to remember it takes awhile.

Eyedidit

April 2, 2014

yes, someone else said the stitches felt weird, pokey. i guess from what i hear that's the worst of it. i hope you feel better tomorrow. i'll be looking like a monster over the weekend. how's your vision now? can you watch tv?

Mybagsaregone

March 31, 2014

Good luck with your surgery tomorrow! You must be very excited!

Eyedidit

March 31, 2014

Good Luck!

UPDATED FROM 2coldinmn

1 day post

Blepharoplasty and Fraxel Laswer 3.31

2coldinmnApril 2, 2014

Ow! Posting pics from immediately after surgery + fraxel. I arrived at 8 am, was given 1 Oxy and waited an hour for it to take effect. In operating room, had lidocaine injected around both eyes - reminded me of being at the dentist. Survery didn't take long - i was kind of surprised at the amount of tissue removed. Did Fraxel right after (it was included as part of the surgery) . I applied ice packs (20 minutes on 40 minutes off) to eyes for several hours at home and slept in a recliner. Took one Oxy that night. Pain not bad, more annoying than anything. Also, i look bad in these pics but wait until you see the day after.

Replies (3)

MrsMofOC

April 2, 2014

How exciting. Looks really good! Getting my surgery on Thursday but I'll be asleep. Healthy healing to you :-))

2coldinmn

April 2, 2014

Thank you - good luck and speedyhealing to you also!