47 and Too Droopy for My Liking. Asheville, NC

After decades of yo-yo dieting, the last round of weight loss left me with a crepey neck and looseness under my chin. I also have hereditary jowls that don't go away even when I am on the slimmer side. For a while I was toying with the idea of Thermitight or Thermismooth, but after reading a lot of reviews and taking a good look at my own situation, I realized it's time for surgery. All the reviews and pictures of Dr Harley's work convinced me that he was the doctor to go with. Also, I am a former NC resident and have a good friend in Asheville I can stay with, so no worries about hotels, transportation etc. Dr. Harley and I had a phone conversation last week and set up a surgery date for May 25th. I'm more excited than nervous, to be honest. Not having to get general anesthesia is a huge bonus as is the MORE than reasonable fee for Dr. Harley's expert services! I will upload before pictures soon -- need to get them off my other computer. Hurry up, May!

This is my left profile. I know there is a jawline under the flab! I have been losing a little extra weight before the procedure even though Dr. Harley will excise fat from my neck and chin. Lost around 15 pounds since January. Another 8-10 to go and I'll be happy.

Even though it was cloudy outside, I decided to take another before picture of the laxity in the front of my neck. It doesn't show up that well in the picture, but hopefully you get the idea. :) These vertical lines started showing up about a year ago when I wore higher neck sweaters, but since December and this last round of weight loss, they have gotten really bad and are visible all the time. The lines on either side of my mouth have also gotten noticeably worse in the last six months, which might be from the weight loss or just normal aging. Not sure if the facelift will improve them or not, but I guess we'll see. :) I'm also a bit appalled at the rough texture of the skin on my chin and mouth. Maybe I should get a light peel as well?
Man, if I had seen these pictures a month ago, I would have been depressed. But I have my date set with Dr. Harley, so I feel is happiness and anticipation! Those of you who have recently had the Biltmore Lift, just know that I'm reading your updates and cheering you on every day. I swear, a lot of your "after" pictures have made me tear up. You all look amazing and happy. If I get half as good of a result as yours, I'll be thrilled. :)