Lori Hansen, MD

I've always hated my weak chin so Ag the age of 41 I decided to do something about it. The surgery itself was easy with little pain. The swelling afterwards is what is the most aggravating part of the process. I'm one week post op today and still very swollen around my jawline.

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I never mentioned the actual Dr in my review. Lori Hansen is one of the sweetest most caring doctors I’ve ever met. She listened to what I wanted and answered all my questions with patience and understanding. The night after surgery she called to check on me )Friday night) and then called again the next day (Saturday morning) and even offered to come to my house to see me because I was in pain. Her and her staff went above and beyond and I’m so grateful I chose her for this surgery. Anyway here are some side by side pictures of before and after

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Updated on 13 Dec 2019:
This will probably be my final update. I’m basically all healed with no swelling at this point so no point in continuing.

Updated on 5 Mar 2020:
I’m sitting here taking selfies and thought I may as well add them here. Hopefully this review helped someone. I love my results and wish I had done this years ago!

Updated on 4 Jun 2020:
My Dr contacted me about being in a magazine ad...... I went in today to take updated after pics for the ad. I absolutely LOVE her and her staff. They are all so sweet and so kind! I’m so happy I had this surgery done. It’s one of the best decisions of my life

Updated on 22 Aug 2020:
So I hadn’t posted about my scar since 10 days after surgery. Honestly I don’t ever remember it’s there but here are pictures of 10 days after and now 11 months after surgery. Its so small and unnoticeable that it doesn’t bother me at all.

I have been interested in getting Infini treatment and have been looking into it. There are only a few places that were indicated on the Infini website in my area that performs this. I felt confident with Dr Lori Hansen and her team.
I had to leave the numbing cream on for an hour and a half before the procedure then had shots of lidocaine (which was very painful). I had a friend to drive me so they gave me an IV with some pain medication, which I suggest since they were able to be a little more aggressive with the treatment.
Two passes of the Infini were done first, then two passes with the CO2 and the PRP lastly. The Infini and CO2 were still uncomfortable but I was determined to get through it.
I was really red and oozing following the treatment but still numb.
I have been interested in getting laser work done since forever! I am excited about the results and will try to keep this updated!

Updated on 9 Dec 2016:
Some pictures of before

Updated on 9 Dec 2016:
Here are some pictures of after the procedure and today (day after). It's still pretty yucky! Been cleaning by soaking paper towels with cold water and a little vinegar and letting it set on my skin for a few minutes then gently wiping. After cleaning I slather Aquaphor all over. I was told to keep it clean and greasy. Hopefully there will be some improvement with the healing soon.

Updated on 14 Dec 2016:
Day 3,4, & 6

Updated on 17 Dec 2016:
I know that it takes a while to see the full results of the Infini but with the combination of treatments I am a little disappointed thus far. The swelling has gone down quite a lot and I haven't noticed a big improvement in my skins texture. Especially for such an aggressive procedure. I'll post some updated pictures soon and try to keep a positive outlook.

Updated on 19 Dec 2016:
Here is my skin after one week. Still pink but not bad. My chin started breaking out but I think I have that under control now that I'm not using as near as much Aquaphor

Updated on 22 Dec 2016:
So I just started wearing make up a few days ago. You can see in my pictures the scars between my brows and on my cheek, the others are mostly still there. My skin is pretty dry right now from using Ziana (retin A and Clyndomycin) so it may appear worse than if I was moisturized but still, they are clearly there. I hope it continues to improve. I scheduled a facial next week and will be meeting with the nurse afterwards. I'm getting my routine botox in a few weeks. I have been considering getting a small amount of filler in my lips, any suggestions!?

Updated on 28 Dec 2016:
Unless some kind of miracle happens while the Infini does its thing I am extremely disappointed. I met with the nurse yesterday and got the whole 'yeah it takes a while' and 'you may need another treatment' as she was running out the door. Funny how people act after you have already paid and received service.

Just to do my due diligence I may have another Infini treatment after 6 months since that's what everyone says a best for acne scarring.

I don't even feel like my scarring is bad RELATIVE to people with bad acne scars. If I feel so hopeless about this I could only imagine how they feel.

Updated on 6 Feb 2017:
I am wearing little make-up and under harsh lighting at work.

I had visited a couple of surgeons in town before my appointment with Dr. Lori Hansen. Once I met her, I knew she was the surgeon for me. I scheduled my procedures that very day! She not only is an amazingly skilled surgeon, she is one of the MOST compassionate Drs. I have ever met. She is a beautiful woman, but more important is her inner beauty. I am only 6 days post op, but I know I will love the results! I'll post before and after pictures at one month ---- when I am less swollen. I will send all my friends and family to her. She also has the most amazing staff! They all are kind, compassionate and extremely knowledgeable!

Updated on 15 Aug 2014:
4 weeks post op --- VERY PLEASED!
The last thing I wanted was the lift --- and eyes that someone knew immediately that I had plastic surgery! Instead, people say "you look wonderful --- what's different? Love it!

I've had scars from cystic acne for yours. Finally decided to see what my options were. Doctor qas unsure of what route to take. Her front desk receptionist suggested the Infini treatment. I wish I'd never done it. The down time was fine and my face looked nicer while it was swollen. Several weeks later I started to notice that my cheeks had dropped. I used to have a dimple on one side of my face, now I had one on the other and the side that used to have a dimple now had 3 flat lines when I smiled. Not only did I have fat loss in my face causing dropping around my mouth, I now have a big fat neck where I feel like the fat from my face almost slid down and settled right under my chin. I called the doctors office numerous times and they blew me off/said they'd talk to their trainer and look at pics. I had to repeatedly call (crying) ask them to look at it. The nurse (who performed the procedure assures me they would fix it and wouldn't leave me where I was at on the phone). When I came in they took photos and then just brushed it under the rug. Acted like I was crazy. Really glad I've got this double chin now...and it did nothing for my acne scars

I've always been self conscious about my small lips. Two years ago, I broke my jaw in top places and my face healed wider than it was and it felt like my lips healed smaller than they were. Every time I look in the mirror, I focus on my lips. At 28, I've been insecure about this for at least 20 years, why not just get rid of it?

I didn't want to do go with injections because I didn't want the potential side effects. I did a lot of research and decided I set up a consultation. After meeting with the doctor, I was sold. We decided to do 5mm implants top and bottom.

Her office already called in the prescriptions I needed to bring with me so I have to do now it wait!!

Updated on 17 Apr 2017:
My 5mm Permalip implants where put in this morning!! I am so loopy from all the medicine they put me on and they decided to 'put me out' for the procedure so I don't remember much but the needle going in and the doctor being sweet and playing with my hair. I woke up in my bed and have no recollection of coming to, the ride to the pharmacy, or getting into my house. I'm in a LOT of pain, but I could almost cry, they already look so amazing. I'm so incredibly happy! I've managed to eat drink a fruit protein smoothie and croissant my mom made me.

Updated on 17 Apr 2017:
I've slept the majority of today. I had a Chobani yogurt drink for "lunch" and chicken broth and a croissant mashed in tiny pieces for "dinner". I expected to be able to use a straw, but that's a firm no.

I'm so thankful my doctor decided to put me under, I'd made myself sick with worry.

My lips are definitely swelling, but I'm not noticing anything abnormal. It could be the Vicodin and Norco, but I can't even feel the implants in my lips.

I'm thankful I have a Waterpik so I don't have to try to brush.

I think I'm going to try to get to work in the morning. The doctor's office said most women miss work because they want to be discreet. Everyone had my job knows I broke my jaw and have been uphappy with my his lips healed, so I'm not worried. I sit in an office and type all day at work, I would not recommend going back to work if you have to move much.

Planning to taking with me:
2 ice packs
Chobani yogurt drink (breakfast)
Protein shake (lunch)
Vaseline
Q-tips
Neosporin

I have an appointment to see my doctor Thursday at 1 to remove the stitches, which feel like fishing wire.


Updated on 18 Apr 2017:
Going to work this morning was a mistake. I was incoherent, couldn't speak sentences, and our office coordinator found me asleep at my desk. Obviously I came home early. I took the last prescribed Vicodin and am now taking only Norco, which I am used to.

Wearing the mask sucks, I don't like being the center of attention and I felt like I was being stared at by everyone today.

My lips really hurt, I can't emphasize that enough. I have a high pain tolerance and they hurt.

I feel like I can't keep them moisturized, but I'm expecting the top layer of skin to peel. I have a bruise all around my lips that looks like a creeper mustache.

I can tell I'm going to love them once the swelling has gone down. I don't think Permalip is for someone who wants fake looking lips, I think this product is for someone who wants larger, but still natural looking lips.

Updated on 19 Apr 2017:
The stitches are coming out tomorrow which is great because I'm able to move them more but the stitches are pulling and it's uncomfortable. Almost all bruising is gone. I do hope they go down a bit more, I feel like they still look a little silly. I feel like I'm recovering really fast.

Updated on 21 Apr 2017:
I met with the surgeon yesterday who said she wants the stitches to come out naturally, but said I was healing up great. The swelling has gone down a lot and she said that this should be about where they stay, which is awesome because I think they're perfect this size.

Today I went out without a medical mask on and was stopped at least 5 times asking what I'd had done to my lips because they looked great. It's weird because I feel like it's such a minor difference.

I also stopped drinking only liquids and switched to soft foods today and my mouth is extremely sore.

I'm hoping these stitches will start coming out this weekend because they're driving me insane!!

I brushed my teeth for the first time today with my electric toothbrush. I would say anyone considering getting lip implants owes it to themselves to buy a Waterpik.