“Lifestyle (wallet) lift”
Lifestyle lift: NOT worth it
Pain: Worst possible
My experience with LL was totally traumatic. I was in mid-surgery, and wanted to yell, STOP--something just didn't seem right, but the surgeon had already started cutting. I did not find out until MONTHS AFTER surgery that I had a surgeon who was just LEARNING, and I had only consented to having a board-certified surgeon, so I was flat-out lied to. During my follow-up, which was negligent, in my opinion, I had somebody sick working on open wounds when I came in with a problem!! They ignored the complaints I had about serious problems, and I was actually left with one ear lobe hanging. At first, I was asked, Do you want it attached, or just leave it like that? WHAT???? I said of course I wanted it fixed but I have been unable to get them to fix it and it has been over 2 years! Not only that, I have had continuous pain the whole time behind both ears, other problems they have refused to address, both right after surgery, and as time went on. I would love to find somebody who is filing a class-action lawsuit. They are definitely in need of some accountability. You can believe me, nobody they've used in their ads had a 1-hr procedure. I was in there for 6 HOURS! My recovery as far as bruising was about 2 MONTHS--not 2 days, like they say, and full recovery has never happened, as I am STILL having active problems. This only scratches the surface--I had a list of about 20 problems, none of which they were willing to do anything about, and the list didn't even include one of my worst problems, which a different doctor actually informed me of.
They treat you life a piece of meat on assembly line, no compassion, no personal attention--including EXTREMELY high-pressure sales tactics--and horrible post-surgery care. One doctor I consulted with, after finally getting to meet with the clinic director about my problems, actually confided in me that she was quitting because of their assembly-line approach. She told ME before she had even given notice! They are absolutely disgusting! DON'T GO THERE--FIND SOME OTHER MORE REPUTABLE PLACE!!!!!!
To add insult to injury, their "special financing" ended up costing me an EXTRA $1,500 because they screwed it up. Wonder whose pockets that went into.
And if you've already gone, and had a bad experience, GET THE WORD OUT! I'm going to contact every consumer protection venue I can think of--BBB, the TV reporters that cover this kind of stuff, etc.
I won't be putting up any pictures--It is too embarrassing!!!!!!!!!!!!
Feb 10, 2009Comments and replies (46)
19 posts
16 Feb 2009
I have some of the same problems you have, especially with my ears. The pain, scars, earlobes in the wrong place, and it has been six months and everything, but my ears, looks the same as before the surgery. I have been researching on how to begin a class action lawsuit, I would love to hear from you and get the word out to others that would like to be included. I will keep checking this site or notify me personally at my e-mail.
10 posts
17 Feb 2009
yes, where are the ambulance chasers on this one? If they took out a small ad on the internet, the would be FLOODED!
1 post
16 Apr 2009
Hi LSL in Denver, I am considering the LSL procedure in Denver. There are currently 2 doctors to choose from. Dr. Z and Dr. S. Did either one of these doctors do your procedure? I have not set up the surgery date due to the negative and fearful comments on this website. The percentage of satisfied clients is minimal at best.
19 posts
17 Apr 2009
No, my surgery was done in Atlanta by Dr. W (I don't know if I am suppose to use full names, but really don't care). Be sure you research and check the doctors credentials with the local and state medical boards not just the print outs that are handed you at the clinic. Also there are several surgery victims that have pictures posted, Onebamalady I know is one; she and I had the same doctor in Atlanta. Also read Lifestylelift hater's comments, she had the surgery 2 years ago in Denver. I can't say to have or not have the surgery, I just know that could I redo, I would go to a REAL plastic surgeon, pay the extra and get it done right. Good luck.
Edited by Tom: Sorry Ada, those are our rules! Please add a review in which you can provide the name of your doctor.
unregistered guest
1 Jun 2009
I have been reading all the adverse comments from all the ladies and I think this is simply terrible. I have seen the commercials on TV and they make it look wonderful. I really think someone should e-mail the Dr. Phil show and I bet he would be very interested in a show about this....
8 posts
5 Jun 2009
I agree. It's "day 16" and I still haven't left the house. I have a black eye, a bruised neck, the whole left side of my face is a color I can't even describe. I have an indention in my neck and the area under my chin is starting to look fatty again. The pain where my ear is attached to my face is unbearable. I'm still having to sleep in a semi upright position on the couch on a narrow pillow wedge in a way that I don't move so nothing touches my ears. I wanted this so bad so I've tried not to complain to my husband but when he is not here tears are rolling down my face. Houston, TX
377 posts
6 Jun 2009
Have you been taking pictures all along of your recovery and keeping good records of whom you talked to? And did you pay with Care Credit? If you did and you can give them your medical records along with photos they WILL work with you on getting your money back. I know of a lady here in Atlanta that did that. Contact me privately and I will give you all the info on how she did it. Best, Chrystal
10 posts
7 Jun 2009
I do wish Dr. Phil, etc., WOULD take up this issue. I bet it's more a legal matter than anything else. I can't believe it would be because almost everyone in show biz--even the best people protect each other.....Maybe if enough people keep inundating all of them they might say something. These guys are nothing but avaricious, used-car-sales-like butchers. They are THE WORST!
377 posts
8 Jun 2009
Now, now, eventually you'd think that the other folks would catch on, not do this to themselves. Do they think that we keep coming back maknig comments for our own health??? Enjoyment??? NO, we do this to try to keep other people from suffering from what we have suffered through. That being said, until LSL changes their practices and procedures, no one will ever have any satisfaction. I am afraid those of us who wear the face of LSL will keep it until we can either afford to have it redone ourselves or a miracle happens. Keep the faith, Chrystal.
105 posts
8 Jun 2009
I don't know if Phil would do this...but I wrote to a few other shows...the O and the Drs.....I sent the NY TImes article...maybe if others write as well...it is easy to do online.