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Life Style Lift Not Worth the Money - Troy, MI
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I am totally disguested with lifestyle,i am 52...
Cindy51October 13, 2011
$6,100
I am totally disguested with lifestyle,i am 52 years old and did not have any issues with sagging skin except my neck under my chin i had the turkey neck, i put 1/2 the money down and was taken in a room to watch a viedo. when the viedo was done a consultant came into the room and we talked about my concerns, she turned me to a mirror and with her finger tips pulled back my skin and said that is what i will look like, that my downtime would be a max of 2 weeks, but i would be able to go back to work after 1 week. i was excited and made my appointment for January 29th.
the day of the surgery i was taken into a room and fed 2 valium and 2 vicoden. i woke some during the surgery and the tech told me i was 1/2 way done. it was verypainful!! My girlfriend drove me home and told me not to look in the mirror. when i got home i was fed pain meds around the clock, 2 days later i took the bandages off and could not belive the bruising on my face, i did not return to work for 2 weeks even then people knew i could not hide all the bruising.
within a month the bruisws faided, with in 2 months i thought it was beautiful i loved it butttt the swelling was still there by the 3rd month i made a appointment to go back to my doctor i was totally unhappy. i was told to use this wash and this cream on my face which cost another $225.00 i want to do whatever it took, i was told to come back in 3 month that I would be totally healed and if i was unhappy they would make it right.
today i went to my appointment, met with the doctor and manager they both ganged up on me and told me i should be happy with the procuder that i have signifcant results, i could not belive my eyes were they looking at the same pictures?? my neck was horrible and i still have sagging, they continued to tell me the results were fine, i left asking for a totally copy of my medical records which is another $10.00 i told them i am seeking legal counsel that what there doing is lying to clients and making promise that they refuse to make right.
i was told by the manger that posting this is childish, but i want the world to know dont do it read these reviews we dont have anything to gain by posting this !
Replies (79)
October 14, 2011
Cindy, I am so glad I read what you had to say about lifestyle. It does cost a lot of money and once the money is gone, its hard to get it back without going through a legal battle. Boy, am I glad I read this before I had it done. Also, I think they probably made you feel that you needed this and that you would be 'drop dead georous' after you spent this much money. You probably were pretty enough before the procudure.I am so sorry that you went through this but I am glad I read what you haad to say. Stay
prayful.
October 14, 2011
Have no idea what your talking about your turkey neck is gone! They are right, the have no idea how each individual persons body will react..juicers zzz lady..your totally unrealistic..they fixed you..be happy for crying out Loud!!!
November 18, 2011
you really do need to see the side view i just posted did you have the surgery?? because if you did not then you have no right to make comments as to they fixed me !
November 19, 2011
For real Cindy, I guess they must need glasses. There is no excuse for your results and how you were treated.
November 29, 2011
Cindy, I also had a facelift when I was still relatively young and I wasn't pleased with the results, but after looking back, I had unrealistic expectations. You looked good before your surgery and you certainly look better after. You're unhappy withthe results but thats because you didn't need much done, and you didn,t get much done. Itcertainly looks better,but you didn't look "bad" before
December 4, 2011
Cindy51, I just read your posts. I had my surgery this past May with no results and almost the same scenerio. I am contemplating to hire a lawyer. Have you decided to take legal action or has Lifestyle tried to right your wrong?
December 8, 2011
My wife wants me to get life lift done. I am 67 years old and in decent health but have high blood pressure for which I'm on medication. Would recommend I get it done? Thanks, Ron
December 9, 2011
Ron the surgery doesnt work it is allot of money for very minumal results if any... i would reccommend that you talk to a plastic surgeon for a full face lift if needed it may cost a little more money but the results are a life time..
January 19, 2012
Ron, before doing this, you need to get a full clearance from your own Dr. and have him confer with the medical professional that you choose. And I would also recommend that before you decide on a LSL that you see out a private practice plastic surgeon who is not moon-lighting at a LSL office. 2nd opinions never hurt and may in fact save you time, money, effort and pain in the long run! Best, Chrystal Eckes
January 19, 2012
Chrystal,
Thanks for your information. I have received lots of info on the lift; most of it unfavorable; and am not going to have it any time soon. Thanks, Ron
Thanks for your information. I have received lots of info on the lift; most of it unfavorable; and am not going to have it any time soon. Thanks, Ron
January 20, 2012
Lisa! “How each individual person’s body will react?” That’s their job. It’s not about the body’s reaction, it’s about the bait and switch LSL uses in their advertising. It’s about the lies the DOCTOR told me, pursuant to the LSL script that I know now they all must follow. Give me a break.
January 20, 2012
Cindy is right....not worth the money pay more now and get it fixed or pay now and pay again later to fix the mess...Check with States Attorney in Florida as they have an onging investigation on this company for the overstated results. New York has charged them with false advertising and I heard that they are reopening the case again. Something is not right here with so many complaints and investigations going on. Cindy gave good advise.
January 22, 2012
You are more than welcome Ron. I do hope that if you do decide to have any kind of facial surgery that you will take the time to find a good surgeon... and do get more than one opinion. Best to you, Chrystal Eckes
February 17, 2012
The purpose of all of us telling the true story about ecperiences with LSL and there are a lot, Is to get the truth out to the unexpecting public to help prevent this happening to other people and to put a stop to this story telling company on how they are going to help you look your best . It appears that the Laws of this land in not there to protect the public against such butchering. They are not even regulated by any medical socity that we could find. It needs to stop and anyone proforming surgery on anyone needs to me regulated under the medical board after all it is your face they are cutting. We are human beings and need to be protected from anyone cutting on us with out some regulations.A Dr is supost to take an oath to protect the people not give a sales pitch to cut on you knowing in advance all the failures that have happened, and the fact they cannot give you what you are signing up for.
August 14, 2012
People with hypertension should NEVER have any kind of procedure done in an office that does not have equipment designed to keep you on the surface of the planet--not buried in it, and staff PROPERLY and Fully trained to use it. Also you should see your primary care doctor first and if you havent had a physical lately get one.
October 14, 2011
Cindy, I looked at your photos. You did not look bad before your surgery, so your photos are not that dramatic as other people's photos. However, I CAN see improvement in your neck and chin area. If you expected your eyes to change, they did not. I believe you need your eyes done. Now that would make a monumental improvement. I had laser surgery and it helped dramatically on my dark circles, but I'm light skinned. You seem to have a lot of pigmentation and I don't think it would be for you. Laser surgery for wrinkles and spots are better on lighter skin is what my doctor told me.
I am not a doctor. Just a cosmetologist (hair stylist/colourist) that has seen 100's of face lifts on my clients over the years.
I wish I could have seen your lift photos from a side view.
November 18, 2011
Cindy,
I see what you are upset about. The ads on TV make you think you will look like a 20 or 30 year old again. The people on TV look so young and wrinkle or sagging free. And no puffyness. That is what I would
expect for that kind of money. Thank You for your information!!! I will not even think about doing this.
November 18, 2011
Dear Deno,
That's what this is all about, getting people to think twice. It is criminal what these people are doing, and that corporate medical practice is legal is this country is an outrage. So jump on the bandwagon to get laws changed to keep these types of organizations from operating so nefariously in this country.
That's what this is all about, getting people to think twice. It is criminal what these people are doing, and that corporate medical practice is legal is this country is an outrage. So jump on the bandwagon to get laws changed to keep these types of organizations from operating so nefariously in this country.
UPDATED FROM Cindy51
11-18-11 some of you have asked that i post a...
Cindy51November 17, 2011
11-18-11 some of you have asked that i post a profile picture tell me would you pay $6000.00 for this??? we can not post doctors names.
Replies (104)
November 20, 2011
I'm glad I read this....I have botox done for frown lines and the receptionist there told me she didnt think LL was worth the money. I DID listen to her, but have still wondered. Now I know for sure. If I had money to gamble with, perhaps but i don't so I won't.
Cheers and thanks for sharing!
November 21, 2011
Cindy, I was looking up information on the Lifestyle lift and saw you post. I think I am on the fence about this procedure. I agree with some of the other posts that say they see the improvements in the post procedure photos. I see improvement in your neck and jaws. However, your eyes look out of place. In the photos you have posted it looks like your skin is brighter and clear of lines and sagging except your eyes. Your wrinkled, dark and sagging under eye skin is a dramatic contrast to the bright unwrinkled surrounding skin that it decreased the overall affects. I do not know how much it would cost or if it is even possible for you to have it done, but if you can I would have your eyes done then see how the total picture looks. I do think it was very irresponsible of the doctors to look at you and not suggest you have your eyes done. They had to know how different the skin tone and smoothness of the treated area would look compared to the untouched area around your eyes. Maybe you could suggest that the doctors at least give you a discount on your eye procedure and in turn you will stop giving them negative advertizement. I know I am having second thoughts on having the procedure done now that I've read your post. However, I do wish you luck and hope you get the results you are hoping for.
November 21, 2011
Read all the other posts of people who had negative experiences. None of them expected what they got... World's leaders in facial rejuviation bull pucky. You play Russian Roulet with the type of dr. you get. Just look at the things that can go wrong and then ask yourself if you want to risk it. I've got Nerve damage on both sides of my face plus no results.
December 4, 2011
StillUndecided, I just read your post on you being on the fence. I had my surgery this past May. Lifestyle Lift is a scam. Please pay the additional money to have your lift done from a board certified plastic surgeon and not this surgery mill. I didn't want to pay the higher fee and I am regretting it now. They will tell you they can do exactly what you want but you will not get the results. I am still being seen. They tell you that it will get better and just to wait. When you ask your doctor when will I expect the results I was told I would get, the doctor will ignore you and try to make you look impatient. It has been 7 months since my surgery and it is worse. I purposely did not tell anyone when I had my surgery and not one family member or friend has said a word to me. I still have only told 2 family members and they did not see any noticeable results. My husband told me after 4 months that he didn't see any difference. Please do not use Lifestyle. If you are having second thoughts please trust your gut. I wish I had!
November 21, 2011
i do too i can relate to you, i am sorry but like i said i will not just set by and allow them to get away with it !!
November 23, 2011
Your sideview after surgery does not look like there has been any tightening of the skin on your neck. Your criticism of the procedure is valid. I agree your neck is not so very saggy or loose but that is NOT THE POINT. Rather the point is there seems to be no change whatsoever in the laxity of this skin. Your disatisfaction is justified.
UPDATED FROM Cindy51
I had lsl a year snd 2 months ago.you can see my...
Cindy51March 12, 2012
I had lsl a year snd 2 months ago.you can see my before and after pics and these is no differance except I am out 6100.oo and I have nerve damage to my face. This company needs to be put out of buiss. They take peoples hard earned money, hack up there face rehang there ears and call it a day, once the swelling goes away there is nothing the same jowels and sagging neck you had when you went there in the first place. Take my advise run away quickly and use your money for a real plastic surgeon.
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March 13, 2012
Cindy,
I feel the same way you do. And to think that a new "happy" person, HsMessnger, said to another happy person... ~as long as you and I are happy that's all that matters~ She claimed to have God on her shoulder and an angel to boot! It's really hard to believe that this is what America has come to. I'm so happy she's not hurt and I've told all the happy ones that. It is not a Corporation methodology I do not think ANYONE should get involved with. They are not honest in their advertising, their packet of information does nothing but give you clues, they make you pay, and set an appointment for the surgery, even before you've seen the surgeon to make up your mind !
I feel the same way you do. And to think that a new "happy" person, HsMessnger, said to another happy person... ~as long as you and I are happy that's all that matters~ She claimed to have God on her shoulder and an angel to boot! It's really hard to believe that this is what America has come to. I'm so happy she's not hurt and I've told all the happy ones that. It is not a Corporation methodology I do not think ANYONE should get involved with. They are not honest in their advertising, their packet of information does nothing but give you clues, they make you pay, and set an appointment for the surgery, even before you've seen the surgeon to make up your mind !
March 13, 2012
As of your last update, your symptoms haven't improved and you would have been better off putting your money into penny stocks!$!$
March 18, 2012
GO TO DOCBOARD.ORG TO CHECK OUT YOUR DOCTOR, THEN GO TO THE DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE OR DOI FOR YOUR STATE AND SEE IF THEY HAVE CLOSED LAWSUITS.
March 29, 2012
I had a blepharoplasty or eye lift, and I had liposuction on my chin, along with other surgery including breast augmentation, a tummy tuck, and liposuction on the thighs. But, I used a well known doctor who is certified by The American Osteopathic Board of Surgery Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Even so, results will vary. Don't get plastic surgery unless you are willing to spend more to "clean it up". Even then you can't predict it. The eyes and chin were fine as was the breasts. The lipo on the thighs is always iffy, and though they are thin there is some sagging around the top of the knees. The tummy tuck was great, but my belly button was crooked LOL as there seems to be a little more fat on the right side than the left. My main point here is nothing is perfect. Am I sorry I get this done? Sometimes. Not all was perfect, but some of what was done improved me. I probably will get some more later to fix the issues. But, if I had been disfigured in the face I would be POed. Get a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon if you decide to do anything, and check them out carefully.
June 4, 2014
I was disfigured but hide it with dermablend scar makeup and have had some scar revision done.....
the brown pigment on my neck is horrible looks like a burn.....
LSL and dr. stoller should be ashamed of themselves....
BUT...
they are not ....
$$$$$ trumps all.
March 30, 2012
thanks lyndie while I certainly understand what you are saying this outfit advertised a very minor "miracle" procedure where only 3 sutures behind the ears would produce wonderful results. This is what they promised and advertised.
March 30, 2012
Yes, I have seen the commercials and it looks great, but my comments are only to point out that even with the most qualified doctor your results will vary. You have to be prepared for failure, and willing to take the risk. The price I saw some here paid could have paid for a real face lift. I saw the ads and was curious, but it scared me off. Reading the comments here I am hoping people investigate before paying for that procedure.
IN PHOENIX A FEW YEARS AGO...
THEY COULD CARE LESS WHAT HAPPENS TO YOU ONCE THEY
GET THAT MONEY.... ITS BIG BUSINESS, AND ITS TOO BAD
THAT THEY CANT BE STOPPED WITH THEIR FALSE ADVERTISING. IT MAKES ME SICK EVERY TIME I SEE THEIR
INFOMERCIALS... ITS ALL A LOT OF HYPE....
GOOD LUCK IN GETTING ANY REIMBURSEMENT.
What did they do to your eyes?
You can post your Drs name in the ratings portion where the starts are. Just not in the text as the way I understand it. You should post it and let everybody see this person. Really they should be exposed. Bless your heart. I'm right there with you on not letting them get away with this.
and show the people in there what you can wind up looking like.
If I feel good about my procedure and about myself, I see no reason why someone should be critical and sarcastic toward me. I understand your frustration and I certainly would do something about it if I was in your position but don't try to make me part of your grevience.
I dont think so
Out of curiosity, just how did you research the doctor and the procedure before hand. Maybe you can share this for the community and help people out!!
and that Dr. did what LSL promised they would do. my filler was around $500 the LSL that left me permanently scarred costs $5000. and yes I have been asked "oh were you in a really bad car accident?" oh, were you burned?" and one guys simply said
"I thought you had some kind of ear surgery where they had to sew your ears back on your head"