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Face/Neck, Brow Lifts Plus Lower Bleph

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So far, i am a bundle of obsessive nerves. Today...

sharon_cosmeticApril 26, 2014
$22,000
So far, i am a bundle of obsessive nerves. Today is Sat. Surgery to happen next Thurs May 1 is my big day. This is my last weekend before the surgery. i am not having second thoughts. But i am feeling more anxious the closer it gets. I dont look forward to the bruising and swelling. i want it to go well with a smooth recovery. I pray for that and that i will be happy with the result. i hate to go thru surgery for this, but it is my best option
Will post more soon

sharon_cosmetic's provider

Jonathan Hoenig, MD

Jonathan Hoenig, MD

Oculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology

Replies (16)

Suemoo086
April 27, 2014
Good luck with your surgery and let me know how it goes .
sharon_cosmetic
April 28, 2014
thank you. i appreciate your comments. Will keep tou posyed
linda1952
April 27, 2014
How you are feeling is normal and you will be on a roller coaster of emotions for a couple of weeks after the procedure. Just keep checking this site for support.
sharon_cosmetic
April 28, 2014
So good to know. i have been feeling so anxious and obsessed. glad to hear ut is normal
cowgal
April 28, 2014
I would love to have gotten some support before my surgery (Feb. 28, 2014) ... and after for that matter. Your feelings are natural human responses to the unknown ... it's scary! I also felt sinfully vein and self-centered, also natural since I was so focused on myself. Let me say that all those negative, obsessive feeling fell away. I am "me" again, only better and am 110% thrilled with my decision, I finally look how I feel again. That said, it took about 4-5 weeks to get there (and I am still changing and healing, it's early), the surgery is just the beginning of a process that you will do best if you accept the reality that you are having serious work done and your face is going to look like it for a few weeks. Give yourself a break and do not nit-pic every thing every day no drama queening ... it is all going to change in beautiful ways as you heal, but be patient and calm. Follow your Doc's orders and take it easy. Try to avoid the all-consuming "what the f*** was I thinking"! Keep your eye on the prize and you will have a much happier healing process. Your are going to be beautiful :) Let us know. Your friend, Sherri
sharon_cosmetic
April 28, 2014
You have made me feel so much better and helping me get thru this. I feel so self obsessed. So great having a place like this with support from a community of friends who understand.
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Ato Z
April 29, 2014
Sharon, I think those are very common feelings -- I know I have been dealing with them too! And Cowgal, thanks very much for your perspective on patience too; I'm just over 2 weeks post and gradually accepting that after the first week I should not expect big improvements on a daily basis!
Marathon mom
April 28, 2014
You will be fine --- just patience patience patience. I had a surgeon who did other surgeries on me and was totally confident when put to sleep. What a great feeling -- paid probably 10,000 more but hey -- it's your face! Please post photos and we are all here to walk you through this recovery process.
sharon_cosmetic
April 28, 2014
Thank you. You are helping me to gain patience.
Marathon mom
April 28, 2014
I don't see the name of your surgeon ----maybe you could post for other patients who had surgery done by him/her. Real important
sharon_cosmetic
April 28, 2014
You really want to know my surgeon's name. I was going to post it after my surgery. Ok. i can tell you now. Dr Jonathan Hoenig is the one i chose
UPDATED FROM sharon_cosmetic
1 day pre

Nerves still continue

sharon_cosmeticApril 30, 2014
just one more day to go. Yes i am looking forward to getting this done. i've saved for it and waited a very long . But i am still scared and nervoud.
Please send positive thoughts and prayers for the surgery and for a good recovery
Thank you all

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linda1952
April 30, 2014
Best wishes Sharon, I will be thinking of you. I know just how you feel I was exactly the same. I am very happy with my facelift even though all the swelling has not as yet receded. You will have days when you wonder why you did it, but it will be worth it believe me. Ever one here has helped me through it with anecdotes of their experiences. Good. Linda
sharon_cosmetic
April 30, 2014
Thank you for your kind words. I love this site.
Marathon mom
April 30, 2014
Wishing you everything you want ---- good luck and keep us posted.
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Ato Z
May 1, 2014
All the best to you tomorrow -- be well, rest up, and let us know how you are doing afterwards!
cowgal
May 1, 2014
Sharon, I wish you all the best. Make sure to have someone around close to wait on you for a few days :) You'll be glad you did. Touch base when you are feeling like it. Our thoughts are with you. Sherri
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Newmeaug13
May 1, 2014
Sharon. Sending healing thoughts your way. Thanks for sharing and I certainly understand the nerves.
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