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Large Chin Implant With Wings- Lots of Bruising 46 Y/o Male - Newport Beach, CA
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I always had a lousy profile which was primarily...
trying to keep the faithOctober 27, 2013
$3,900
I always had a lousy profile which was primarily the result of a weak chin. I had toyed with the idea of doing something about it, but finally decided once I found out that my wife of 14 years didn't love me anymore and we needed to get a divorce. I am one of those guys who needs to "do something" when crappy things happen, so I figured that this might help. I am at the end of day 2 post op, so I realize that it is early, but I am bruising REALLY badly and starting to second guess my decision. I need to be in public tomorrow and it will be really evident to my kids and others that I look really bad. From what I have read, I know that I need to give it time, but being alone and just thinking about this really does screw with your head. I rolled the dice hoping that it would not be too bad by Halloween when I take my kids trick or treating at one week post op, but it seems like I came up craps. I am surprised at how sad I am right now, so any words of encouragement would be appreciated. I will try to add photos as well.
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September 11, 2015
I had the same procedure done over 11 weeks ago. I was told that this was to be a quick and simple surgery. Turns out I bruised for two weeks. Now I have implantation and a major double-chin with a nerve under my chin that has been tied too short. I cannot tilt my head back. Dr. Cruise botched me!
UPDATED FROM trying to keep the faith
5 days post
Bit of an update
trying to keep the faithOctober 29, 2013
Thanks so much for the reply Angie. Agreed, I am not I the best place mentally due to my divorce, so I am sure that this is having an impact. Today is the morning of day 5 post surgery. The bruising is starting to fade some, but is still very deep red across most of my chin. My jowls actually seem to be getting more swollen, not less. As a result, there are viewing angles that are really unattractive, with seemingly sunken looking cheeks. Really hope that the jowls don't stay swollen and go down.
The pain has been more than I expected as well. I have a pretty high tolerance for pain, but its been pretty bad. I have had headaches and my teeth hurt as everything is just so tight and feels like it is putting tension all around my face and head. Who knows, maybe this is related to stress, but I really hope it resolves soon.
I think I will like my profile once things settle down, but this has been way more significant than I expected. I might have had an unrealistic expectation about how easy this was going to be but my experience thus far is that it's not. Of course, then I get "spinning" on all of the other possible complications that could occur and I get more stressed. One day at a time I guess. On a positive note, Dr. Cruise and his staff have been really good so far.
The pain has been more than I expected as well. I have a pretty high tolerance for pain, but its been pretty bad. I have had headaches and my teeth hurt as everything is just so tight and feels like it is putting tension all around my face and head. Who knows, maybe this is related to stress, but I really hope it resolves soon.
I think I will like my profile once things settle down, but this has been way more significant than I expected. I might have had an unrealistic expectation about how easy this was going to be but my experience thus far is that it's not. Of course, then I get "spinning" on all of the other possible complications that could occur and I get more stressed. One day at a time I guess. On a positive note, Dr. Cruise and his staff have been really good so far.
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December 11, 2014
You were very brave to get it done your op. I hope everything is good now. I'm sure we have to be in a good plate mentally to get it done a plastic S. Such a big deal specially on faces. I'm looking to get one too... I'm kore than ready just need to save some money. How did you like the Doc Cruise? I really hope you fulfilled your wishes!!
September 28, 2016
I had a chin implant plus lipo under the jaw done 10 years ago. There were a few difficulties recovering but it was all cleared up in a few months. 100% worth it. Nothing is a walk in the park. Don't confuse the emotional difficulties of divorce with the physical/appearance changes you have taken on. You've made a decision for self-improvement and that is a good thing. Sending best wishes to you!
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February 12, 2015
Wow, looks great! I think the implant is most definitely an improvement! Your doctor did a great job -- the results look really natural. Hang in there! I'm sure once the bruising subsides that it's going to look perfect! I have my chin implant scheduled in two weeks. I'm also pretty nervous and hope my results turn out ok!
Aw, I'm so sorry you have post-op blues. I wonder if you're mourning for not only your altered jaw but your marriage as well. Look at me playing therapist! Sorry. I know that lots of folks get slightly to severely depressed after plastic surgery. I hope this is just a phase of healing that passes. We'd love to hear more about your recovery process and see your photos as well. Chin implants can have such an amazing aesthetic impact.
Hang in there. We're here for you!