Hi guys, I was not able to do the fat transfer due to some elevated enzymes in my liver, not a big deal but they would not do it to the extent that I would be under sedation. HOWEVER, they did something else that did not require sedation. They had a PRP injections to fill up the spots I was worried about. The whole process took 1.50 hours. The one hour was just for the local anasthesia to work. They took my blood and put it in the centrifuge, harvested the plasma and injected them on the spots I was concerned about. I understand the final results won't be here until 3 weeks from now. But I do not see the "11" ridge anymore. My right cheek was "rejuvenated" as related to my earlier post on how I lost jaw bone. I am very happy with the procedure, and the upside is that since it is my own stem cells, there will be no worries about rejection. The results I was told by my doctor will last 2 years. In two years, I will hope that I will be able to get booster shots! Cannot wait.
Prior to the PRP, I got an facial, topped off with thermage. The results of these procedures are not "visible" instantly but over time, I know that my results are there. It is in the compliments I get and even the plastic surgeon thought I was 15 years younger. I need to find a way to post my photos. But I will get "you look good to begin with..." and they do not get it--what they see is the results of maintenance from a team of doctors who help me look the way I do. ;)
Dallaslis, Do not waste your time on the likes of WTH --really. We spend so much money on looking great and one sourgrape will try to bring us down. You look great! I just had PRP procedure a week ago and I expect my results within 3-4 weeks. It is your standard--if you think you look great, then you will radiate that. There are so many bitter people in this world that no amount of sunshine can make them smile. I bet you this "WTH" is looking at him/herself in the mirror and saying "OMG, WTH, I look horrible and I do not have the money to do anything about my ugliness!" No fat transfer or PRP or any plastic surgery procedure can fix a psychological problem, you know that! So Dallas and to those other people men or women who care enough to make themselves look and feel better, stay on top of our game and don't let one turkey bring our spirits down. Living well and looking gorgous is our best revenge! Yay!!
Hi DLissette --are you still happy with your results since you had your fat transfer done? I sure hope so!
In 2007, I "lost" my right jaw bone and my right cheek collapsed. I thought maybe I was going to get collagen but the surgeon explained this new technology called SCAG (fat transfer-I think in 2007 they were not doing the PRP yet in this clinic but they do now). I got out of that surgery with just a little bruising. I also asked them to lipo my left cheek as it seemed too fat when I smiled. They agreed to do that so they took out from my left and added to my right but I was told that the fat for the transfer came from my armpits:). But the result is so dramatic and it gave me back my smile. When I was "dented" I did not want to have any photos taken. I was lopsided, in my view. Looking back at those photos, it looked like a dimple that "aged." :)
You look terrific and I know the boost great results can give! I have an appointment this coming February 2012 for fat transfer to my frown line (I have botox but the "11" between the brows have formed ridges that bothers me) and to my naso labial folds. I am quite excited about this and hope to have great results as well.
So my right cheek for those interested - the results is such that it is not dented, but I do not look like a chipmunked or stuffed. There is no lump. I look normal. Whatever I need to do from hereon are not major but maintenance procedures only.
I interested to know if you are still happy with your results and of course I do understand, we age everyday so our looks will change.
I so agree with Robin,Jewel sounds bitter. I am happy for Dallaslissette. I will have to ask her though if she is still happy with her results now, 2012. Plastic surgery is tricky- it can give awesome results to some people and for some people there is dissapointment.
I have an appointment for fat transfer/SCAG for my lower eyelid and in between my eyebrows. In 2007, I had a "minor" fat transfer to my right cheek that collapsed due to medication side effect. I lost my jaw bone. I walked around for a year with a sunken right cheek. It was fixed by fat transfer. It is now 2012, (and fat transfers peak at 5th year and it can then dissolve) and I will consult if I need a booster. Again, happy that Dallas is having a time of her life with her great results!
@femalemind: I disagree! You can subscribe and perpetuate what you believe that the media is peddling. Today there are Hallie Berrys, Michele Obama, Zoe Saldaña,Queen Latifah--all gorgeous and accomplished women. There are Latinas and Asians, whites and olive skinned women. What makes you believe that it is the men in control (partner to be) to choose a partner? If you love yourself, then you will exude confidence. If you have confidence, you can choose whoever you want and make the first move. I know I did and I ended up with someone who is not only educated, successful, and wealthy to boot. And I know I was the one who made the first move from the first date to proposing marriage.
Someone can wallow all she wants in the notion that one is doomedbecause she is dark skinned. Perhaps these negative and all so consuming thought should just be posted in this forum but shared with profession who can help somoene love and respect herself a little bit more and take pride in who you are.
I came here dark as a bean with an accent as a young woman. Three decades later, I am still Asian, brown, and with the help of a great team of plastic surgeons have maintained my youthful looks to match the joy of life I feel within. But I never sought any remedy to whiten my skin. That would be a betrayal of my origin.
But if you are so inclined, you can buy a plane ticket to Manila and get yourself some shots of glutathione. I asked my dermatologist there what were the billboards touting glutathione was. It costs $1000 a shot. You need at least 3 shots in the beginning and you need to get maintenance shots. Your skin will become lighter. Airline ticket at the very least is $1500 economy round trip, hotels and food not included. Glutathione they say is an anti-oxidant but the side effect of the shot is that it prevents your body to produce melanin, which gives you your color and your God-given sun protection. But here is the catch, you can be white but your features will still give away your origin. I do not know about you but I do not want to look like a clown.
PS: Every plastic surgeon will tell you that you are not a good candidate for plastic surgery if your problem is not physical but in your view of yourself.
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Posted to I Had FAMI with PRP Face Fat Transfer - I Don't Look 50+ Anymore! - Dallas, TX on 27 Feb 2012
Prior to the PRP, I got an facial, topped off with thermage. The results of these procedures are not "visible" instantly but over time, I know that my results are there. It is in the compliments I get and even the plastic surgeon thought I was 15 years younger. I need to find a way to post my photos. But I will get "you look good to begin with..." and they do not get it--what they see is the results of maintenance from a team of doctors who help me look the way I do. ;)
Posted to I Had FAMI with PRP Face Fat Transfer - I Don't Look 50+ Anymore! - Dallas, TX on 27 Feb 2012
Posted to I Had FAMI with PRP Face Fat Transfer - I Don't Look 50+ Anymore! - Dallas, TX on 26 Jan 2012
In 2007, I "lost" my right jaw bone and my right cheek collapsed. I thought maybe I was going to get collagen but the surgeon explained this new technology called SCAG (fat transfer-I think in 2007 they were not doing the PRP yet in this clinic but they do now). I got out of that surgery with just a little bruising. I also asked them to lipo my left cheek as it seemed too fat when I smiled. They agreed to do that so they took out from my left and added to my right but I was told that the fat for the transfer came from my armpits:). But the result is so dramatic and it gave me back my smile. When I was "dented" I did not want to have any photos taken. I was lopsided, in my view. Looking back at those photos, it looked like a dimple that "aged." :)
You look terrific and I know the boost great results can give! I have an appointment this coming February 2012 for fat transfer to my frown line (I have botox but the "11" between the brows have formed ridges that bothers me) and to my naso labial folds. I am quite excited about this and hope to have great results as well.
So my right cheek for those interested - the results is such that it is not dented, but I do not look like a chipmunked or stuffed. There is no lump. I look normal. Whatever I need to do from hereon are not major but maintenance procedures only.
I interested to know if you are still happy with your results and of course I do understand, we age everyday so our looks will change.
Posted to I Had FAMI with PRP Face Fat Transfer - I Don't Look 50+ Anymore! - Dallas, TX on 26 Jan 2012
I have an appointment for fat transfer/SCAG for my lower eyelid and in between my eyebrows. In 2007, I had a "minor" fat transfer to my right cheek that collapsed due to medication side effect. I lost my jaw bone. I walked around for a year with a sunken right cheek. It was fixed by fat transfer. It is now 2012, (and fat transfers peak at 5th year and it can then dissolve) and I will consult if I need a booster. Again, happy that Dallas is having a time of her life with her great results!
Posted to Permanent skin lightening treatments for dark-skinned African Americans? on 24 Jan 2012
Someone can wallow all she wants in the notion that one is doomedbecause she is dark skinned. Perhaps these negative and all so consuming thought should just be posted in this forum but shared with profession who can help somoene love and respect herself a little bit more and take pride in who you are.
I came here dark as a bean with an accent as a young woman. Three decades later, I am still Asian, brown, and with the help of a great team of plastic surgeons have maintained my youthful looks to match the joy of life I feel within. But I never sought any remedy to whiten my skin. That would be a betrayal of my origin.
But if you are so inclined, you can buy a plane ticket to Manila and get yourself some shots of glutathione. I asked my dermatologist there what were the billboards touting glutathione was. It costs $1000 a shot. You need at least 3 shots in the beginning and you need to get maintenance shots. Your skin will become lighter. Airline ticket at the very least is $1500 economy round trip, hotels and food not included. Glutathione they say is an anti-oxidant but the side effect of the shot is that it prevents your body to produce melanin, which gives you your color and your God-given sun protection. But here is the catch, you can be white but your features will still give away your origin. I do not know about you but I do not want to look like a clown.
PS: Every plastic surgeon will tell you that you are not a good candidate for plastic surgery if your problem is not physical but in your view of yourself.
That said, good luck!