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I Said "Never" but at 66, Am Having a Biltmore Lift - Asheville, NC
UPDATED FROM maurdian
3 months post
(Almost) 3 Months
WORTH IT$8,322
Hi Everyone,
Thought I'd post an update as it's been awhile since I have....almost a month I think. I've been off grid a bit as I'm trying to not focus too much on my own healing and just leave things be and carry on with life. In most ways I feel back to normal and am getting used to my new visage in the mirror. I feel like the swelling is totally gone which is nice (though it also means the return of a couple of things I'd been happy to say good bye to (my left nasal labial fold, though not nearly as deep as before has reappeared, and some slight sagging in the jowls). That's all good though - it's to be expected and I'm very happy with new neck and profile and overall smoother and uplifted face! When I look at my befores, I feel this has definitely been a success (thanks Dr. Harley! XO).
Like others have here on Real Self, it's been interesting to note the lack of response from anyone about the change in my appearance. I think we're so hyper aware our own changes that it's strange when no-one notices (or they do and don't say anything, who knows!). The one person who has commented is my oldest daughter who said a few days ago that I look really good and now that the swelling has gone down, I look normal again, "only like you did 20 years ago". As she is one of the most observant people in my world, that was very satisfying :). Oh, and one of the little Syrian girls we visit thought my eldest was my sister (that used to happen when I was in my 40s but hadn't for ages). Oh and there was another person who though that but I can't seem to recall who. Anyway, very nice :)
In terms of any little things that are still bothersome (not meant to be negative here, just sharing in case anyone else has similar issues and is relieved it's not just them), I have quite a number of little bumps around both my ears. In one case, it was definitely a stitch that my daughter could see and pulled out, also in another instance I felt the stitch emerging but it either went back in or I scratched it off. The others are just lumps, some tiny, some biggish. Anyone else have those? I just mostly ignore them and massage them sometimes.
My ears are about half "thawed"; the left earlobe has more feeling than the right, there’s a sort of a sort of tingly feeling there. I still can't sleep very comfortably on my right side (also still the most frozen) but it's not bad and improving steadily. I even wore earrings for the first time for my lovely Mother's Day lunch - that was nice because I've worn earrings almost every day for decades and it makes me feel more like me :) My left lobe is still a bit wonky but hoping it will resolve (one of the photos shows it). Also can feel most of my face now, the only part I can’t is the part over beside my ears, from the top of the ear right down to the jaw. Very strange feeling, like waxed paper; I sort of feel disconnected from it and have to remind myself to put serums, creams and oils there too.
I have a sort of slight pleat in my skin on the left side of my neck which I’m trying not to worry about, hopefully it will resolve (again, just saying this for anyone else who gets that and wonders if it's 'normal'.).
The eyes are doing well. No dry eye and the scars underneath are pretty much invisible unless you are a couple of inches from my face and looking closely. (A rare occurrence!). My undereyes are more sunken than they were and even a little dark. I don't really mind it though - I don't think it ages me; nor do I think it makes me look tired. There's still a slight droop under the eye and I admit I've been lazy there too - I must go back to the massaging upwards.
Fortycankissit was mentioning that I must be having a lot of fun with eye make up but I'm not really much of a make-up user and haven't gone near my eyes yet, not even mascara. No, I lie; I did use mascara one day but didn't like trying to get it off as I don't want to stretch the lower lid any more than I have to. They feel sort of itchy near the lashes and I feel as though if I put mascara on, it might irritate it. Have never been very skilled at makeup anyway and mascara has been about the extent of my eye makeup, though I've been watching youtube videos on how to make up "mature eyes" and am going to try soon I think. I once had someone in Sephora show me how to do my eyes so I'll try to do what she taught me when I'm ready. I have slapped a bit of BB cream on a couple of times but my main focus has been skin care; (I'm the queen of serums I think!) doing derma rolling, using retinol and Vit C (and more!). I feel like it's working and am especially pleased with how my age spots have diminished. I do use sun screen.
Scars in general are doing well - some invisible now. The one under the chin is still a bit ropey so I need to go back to taping (I got lazy!) but it really doesn't show unless, presumably, I were to be in a very compromising position.
I think that's about it! I hope everyone is doing well and sorry to not have responded to any messages or comments; as I say, I was sort of taking a break from thinking about appearances :) XO
Hi Everyone,
Thought I'd post an update as it's been awhile, almost a month I think. I've been off the site a bit as I'm trying to not focus too much on my own healing and just leave things be and carry on with life. In most ways I feel back to normal and am getting used to my new visage in the mirror. I feel like the swelling is totally gone which is nice (though it also means the return of a couple of things I'd been happy to say good bye to (my left nasal labial fold, though not nearly as deep as before has reappeared, and some slight sagging in the jowls). That's all good though - it's to be expected and I'm very happy with new neck and profile and overall smoother and uplifted face! When I look at my befores, I feel this has definitely been a success (thanks Dr. Harley! XO).
Like others have here on Real Self, it's been interesting to note the lack of response from anyone about the change in my appearance. I think we're so hyper aware our own changes that it's strange when no-one notices (or they do and don't say anything, who knows!). The one person who has commented is my oldest daughter who said a few days ago that I look really good and now that the swelling has gone down, I look normal again, "only like you did 20 years ago". As she is one of the most observant people in my world, that was very satisfying :). Oh, and one of the little Syrian girls we visit thought my eldest was my sister (that used to happen when I was in my 40s but hadn't for ages). Oh and there was another person who though that but I can't seem to recall who. Anyway, very nice :)
In terms of any little things that are still bothersome (not meant to be negative here, just sharing in case anyone else has similar issues and is relieved it's not just them), I have quite a number of little bumps around both my ears. In one case, it was definitely a stitch that my daughter could see and pulled out, also in another instance I felt the stitch emerging but it either went back in or I scratched it off. The others are just lumps, some tiny, some biggish. Anyone else have those? I just mostly ignore them and massage them sometimes.
My ears are about half "thawed"; the left earlobe has more feeling than the right, there’s a sort of a sort of tingly feeling there. I still can't sleep very comfortably on my right side (also still the most frozen) but it's not bad and improving steadily. I even wore earrings for the first time for my lovely Mother's Day lunch - that was nice because I've worn earrings almost every day for decades and it makes me feel more like me :) My left lobe is still a bit wonky but hoping it will resolve (one of the photos shows it). Also can feel most of my face now, the only part I can’t is the part over beside my ears, from the top of the ear right down to the jaw. Very strange feeling, like waxed paper; I sort of feel disconnected from it and have to remind myself to put serums, creams and oils there too.
I have a sort of slight pleat in my skin on the left side of my neck which I’m trying not to worry about, hopefully it will resolve (again, just saying this for anyone else who gets that and wonders if it's 'normal'.).
The eyes are doing well. No dry eye and the scars underneath are pretty much invisible unless you are a couple of inches from my face and looking closely. (A rare occurrence!). My undereyes are more sunken than they were and even a little dark. I don't really mind it though - I don't think it ages me; nor do I think it makes me look tired. There's still a slight droop under the eye and I admit I've been lazy there too - I must go back to the massaging upwards.
Fortycankissit was mentioning that I must be having a lot of fun with eye make up but I'm not really much of a make-up user and haven't gone near my eyes yet, not even mascara. No, I lie; I did use mascara one day but didn't like trying to get it off as I don't want to stretch the lower lid any more than I have to. They feel sort of itchy near the lashes and I feel as though if I put mascara on, it might irritate it. Have never been very skilled at makeup anyway and mascara has been about the extent of my eye makeup, though I've been watching youtube videos on how to make up "mature eyes" and am going to try soon I think. I once had someone in Sephora show me how to do my eyes so I'll try to do what she taught me when I'm ready. I have slapped a bit of BB cream on a couple of times but my main focus has been skin care; (I'm the queen of serums I think!) doing derma rolling, using retinol and Vit C (and more!). I feel like it's working and am especially pleased with how my age spots have diminished. I do use sun screen.
Scars in general are doing well - some invisible now. The one under the chin is still a bit ropey so I need to go back to taping (I got lazy!) but it really doesn't show unless, presumably, I were to be in a very compromising position.
I think that's about it! I hope everyone is doing well and sorry to not have responded to any messages or comments; as I say, I was sort of taking a break from thinking about appearances :) XO
Thought I'd post an update as it's been awhile since I have....almost a month I think. I've been off grid a bit as I'm trying to not focus too much on my own healing and just leave things be and carry on with life. In most ways I feel back to normal and am getting used to my new visage in the mirror. I feel like the swelling is totally gone which is nice (though it also means the return of a couple of things I'd been happy to say good bye to (my left nasal labial fold, though not nearly as deep as before has reappeared, and some slight sagging in the jowls). That's all good though - it's to be expected and I'm very happy with new neck and profile and overall smoother and uplifted face! When I look at my befores, I feel this has definitely been a success (thanks Dr. Harley! XO).
Like others have here on Real Self, it's been interesting to note the lack of response from anyone about the change in my appearance. I think we're so hyper aware our own changes that it's strange when no-one notices (or they do and don't say anything, who knows!). The one person who has commented is my oldest daughter who said a few days ago that I look really good and now that the swelling has gone down, I look normal again, "only like you did 20 years ago". As she is one of the most observant people in my world, that was very satisfying :). Oh, and one of the little Syrian girls we visit thought my eldest was my sister (that used to happen when I was in my 40s but hadn't for ages). Oh and there was another person who though that but I can't seem to recall who. Anyway, very nice :)
In terms of any little things that are still bothersome (not meant to be negative here, just sharing in case anyone else has similar issues and is relieved it's not just them), I have quite a number of little bumps around both my ears. In one case, it was definitely a stitch that my daughter could see and pulled out, also in another instance I felt the stitch emerging but it either went back in or I scratched it off. The others are just lumps, some tiny, some biggish. Anyone else have those? I just mostly ignore them and massage them sometimes.
My ears are about half "thawed"; the left earlobe has more feeling than the right, there’s a sort of a sort of tingly feeling there. I still can't sleep very comfortably on my right side (also still the most frozen) but it's not bad and improving steadily. I even wore earrings for the first time for my lovely Mother's Day lunch - that was nice because I've worn earrings almost every day for decades and it makes me feel more like me :) My left lobe is still a bit wonky but hoping it will resolve (one of the photos shows it). Also can feel most of my face now, the only part I can’t is the part over beside my ears, from the top of the ear right down to the jaw. Very strange feeling, like waxed paper; I sort of feel disconnected from it and have to remind myself to put serums, creams and oils there too.
I have a sort of slight pleat in my skin on the left side of my neck which I’m trying not to worry about, hopefully it will resolve (again, just saying this for anyone else who gets that and wonders if it's 'normal'.).
The eyes are doing well. No dry eye and the scars underneath are pretty much invisible unless you are a couple of inches from my face and looking closely. (A rare occurrence!). My undereyes are more sunken than they were and even a little dark. I don't really mind it though - I don't think it ages me; nor do I think it makes me look tired. There's still a slight droop under the eye and I admit I've been lazy there too - I must go back to the massaging upwards.
Fortycankissit was mentioning that I must be having a lot of fun with eye make up but I'm not really much of a make-up user and haven't gone near my eyes yet, not even mascara. No, I lie; I did use mascara one day but didn't like trying to get it off as I don't want to stretch the lower lid any more than I have to. They feel sort of itchy near the lashes and I feel as though if I put mascara on, it might irritate it. Have never been very skilled at makeup anyway and mascara has been about the extent of my eye makeup, though I've been watching youtube videos on how to make up "mature eyes" and am going to try soon I think. I once had someone in Sephora show me how to do my eyes so I'll try to do what she taught me when I'm ready. I have slapped a bit of BB cream on a couple of times but my main focus has been skin care; (I'm the queen of serums I think!) doing derma rolling, using retinol and Vit C (and more!). I feel like it's working and am especially pleased with how my age spots have diminished. I do use sun screen.
Scars in general are doing well - some invisible now. The one under the chin is still a bit ropey so I need to go back to taping (I got lazy!) but it really doesn't show unless, presumably, I were to be in a very compromising position.
I think that's about it! I hope everyone is doing well and sorry to not have responded to any messages or comments; as I say, I was sort of taking a break from thinking about appearances :) XO
Hi Everyone,
Thought I'd post an update as it's been awhile, almost a month I think. I've been off the site a bit as I'm trying to not focus too much on my own healing and just leave things be and carry on with life. In most ways I feel back to normal and am getting used to my new visage in the mirror. I feel like the swelling is totally gone which is nice (though it also means the return of a couple of things I'd been happy to say good bye to (my left nasal labial fold, though not nearly as deep as before has reappeared, and some slight sagging in the jowls). That's all good though - it's to be expected and I'm very happy with new neck and profile and overall smoother and uplifted face! When I look at my befores, I feel this has definitely been a success (thanks Dr. Harley! XO).
Like others have here on Real Self, it's been interesting to note the lack of response from anyone about the change in my appearance. I think we're so hyper aware our own changes that it's strange when no-one notices (or they do and don't say anything, who knows!). The one person who has commented is my oldest daughter who said a few days ago that I look really good and now that the swelling has gone down, I look normal again, "only like you did 20 years ago". As she is one of the most observant people in my world, that was very satisfying :). Oh, and one of the little Syrian girls we visit thought my eldest was my sister (that used to happen when I was in my 40s but hadn't for ages). Oh and there was another person who though that but I can't seem to recall who. Anyway, very nice :)
In terms of any little things that are still bothersome (not meant to be negative here, just sharing in case anyone else has similar issues and is relieved it's not just them), I have quite a number of little bumps around both my ears. In one case, it was definitely a stitch that my daughter could see and pulled out, also in another instance I felt the stitch emerging but it either went back in or I scratched it off. The others are just lumps, some tiny, some biggish. Anyone else have those? I just mostly ignore them and massage them sometimes.
My ears are about half "thawed"; the left earlobe has more feeling than the right, there’s a sort of a sort of tingly feeling there. I still can't sleep very comfortably on my right side (also still the most frozen) but it's not bad and improving steadily. I even wore earrings for the first time for my lovely Mother's Day lunch - that was nice because I've worn earrings almost every day for decades and it makes me feel more like me :) My left lobe is still a bit wonky but hoping it will resolve (one of the photos shows it). Also can feel most of my face now, the only part I can’t is the part over beside my ears, from the top of the ear right down to the jaw. Very strange feeling, like waxed paper; I sort of feel disconnected from it and have to remind myself to put serums, creams and oils there too.
I have a sort of slight pleat in my skin on the left side of my neck which I’m trying not to worry about, hopefully it will resolve (again, just saying this for anyone else who gets that and wonders if it's 'normal'.).
The eyes are doing well. No dry eye and the scars underneath are pretty much invisible unless you are a couple of inches from my face and looking closely. (A rare occurrence!). My undereyes are more sunken than they were and even a little dark. I don't really mind it though - I don't think it ages me; nor do I think it makes me look tired. There's still a slight droop under the eye and I admit I've been lazy there too - I must go back to the massaging upwards.
Fortycankissit was mentioning that I must be having a lot of fun with eye make up but I'm not really much of a make-up user and haven't gone near my eyes yet, not even mascara. No, I lie; I did use mascara one day but didn't like trying to get it off as I don't want to stretch the lower lid any more than I have to. They feel sort of itchy near the lashes and I feel as though if I put mascara on, it might irritate it. Have never been very skilled at makeup anyway and mascara has been about the extent of my eye makeup, though I've been watching youtube videos on how to make up "mature eyes" and am going to try soon I think. I once had someone in Sephora show me how to do my eyes so I'll try to do what she taught me when I'm ready. I have slapped a bit of BB cream on a couple of times but my main focus has been skin care; (I'm the queen of serums I think!) doing derma rolling, using retinol and Vit C (and more!). I feel like it's working and am especially pleased with how my age spots have diminished. I do use sun screen.
Scars in general are doing well - some invisible now. The one under the chin is still a bit ropey so I need to go back to taping (I got lazy!) but it really doesn't show unless, presumably, I were to be in a very compromising position.
I think that's about it! I hope everyone is doing well and sorry to not have responded to any messages or comments; as I say, I was sort of taking a break from thinking about appearances :) XO
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You look wonderful and natural, happy to see you are satisfied with your results, which I can identify with your healing, since I'm also there too. :-)
Thanks lichy :) I went over to check on your review but see you've taken your pictures down? Hope you're well and happy xo
I doing ok, still in the healing process. My chin area taking longer than the rest, but it will get there. :-)
Yes, it will. Patience eh? Not the easiest! :)
so good to hear your story for the last months! what beautiful country, especially the water in bear country is breath taking. I think you look lovely and feel that your face reflects your persona. can't express this well but u have a soft sweetness that is so evident. I hope you will check in from time to time. it seems all of us have a few healing imperfections but so far they seem minimal in my case. not sure how I would do with months of blurry eyes or more serious issues... I also need to get into a better skin care regime which doc promised to advise me on. oh yes I did tell my Syrian family about the surgery as I could not lift the children when I returned. they took it in stride. I love having this special relationship as I gather u do too. be well, hugs barbydoll
Aww bd, what a nice thing to say! Yes, I. will check in, I promise....just needed a break from self examination and to engage more with other aspects of myself. I know; I do feel that I've done quite well too with my healing. Really nothing serious at all. It will be interesting to hear what your doctor recommends for skin care (let me know if you are interested in any budget options).
Not surprised they didn't bat an eye - yes I love it too. In fact, am off to read the kids some stories in a few minutes. Lovely to hear from you! xo
Not surprised they didn't bat an eye - yes I love it too. In fact, am off to read the kids some stories in a few minutes. Lovely to hear from you! xo
You look so great! Everything has seemed to heal nicely. You look so much younger. Nice looking son by the way !
Thank you, on all counts :) Yeah, he's pretty popular with the girls!
I can't remember her exact date but I think it was either today or tomorrow! I know she was heading out on the road on Sunday and was going to take the journey in 2 stages, sleeping somewhere half way there. I'm hoping we'll hear from her soon - so excited for her!
UPDATED FROM maurdian
2 months post
7 Weeks Post Update
Hi there, I'm actually a little over 7 weeks post but pretty close. Am going to itemise a few things here just for the purposes of organising them in my mind. Please note that the fact that I'm mentioning it doesn't necessarily equal worry or even concern. It's more just to do a sort of accurate recounting for the benefit of those who come after me and appreciate the details. I know I did. Whenever someone mentioned something in the past, when I then had the same issue, I felt much less unconcerned about it than if I hadn't heard of it. So.....
- My swelling has gone way done and is a non issue for me know. My daughter said yesterday "oh good, you're looking normal now". Hopefully, the 'new' normal and not the old one! But it's gone way down and doesn't feel like an issue now.
Still have that 'feedbag under the chin feeling, as Geezer aptly calls it and it not only doesn't bother me, I even kind of enjoy it because it means my neck is way tighter down there now. Still very happy with my neck; it's SO nice not to see all that crepiness and wrinkliness (new word). As far as what I'd been concerned about and entitled 'the wrinkly bits', it's much improved. I've been following Dr. Harley's protocols of massaging the area frequently and putting hot compresses there. It's not entirely resolved but much, much improved and I'm pleased :)
My eyes are also doing well. The drooping of the lower lid is way better than it was and, again, have been following Dr. Harley's suggestion of the upward massage and actually increased how often I do it (after checking in with him). I was taping the red scar line under my eyes but a few days ago the tape fell off and I felt like I didn't really need it there anymore. It barely shows at all. You might notice that I have a small piece of tape under my right eye, on the right side; that's just the location of my inadvertent tearing off of a piece of scab. Unfortunate and then when it was healing back up, it was looking a bit ropey so I keep a piece of tape there now and it's doing really well.
Regarding the eyes, I do - occasionally - have some mild regrets about not getting the upper bleph as that left side droops so much (note the photo where I cleverly hold the eyebrow up so as to see what symmetry would do) but really I think I made the right decision for myself. This has been enough to deal with for now and it can be done later.
My ears are still uncomfortable at times, very sensitive, especially on the right side, but no real issues, healing slowly but surely. I have some photos of the scars which are almost invisible now. I do wonder if the lobe is a bit wonky though, especially on the left side. Opinions welcome.
That's it really. I got my mojo back about 2ish weeks ago and went on a little adventure on the west coast of Vancouver Island here. Lots of virgin forest and old growth trees and beautiful beaches to explore. Mind you, in our wanderings, we stayed on well known trails, just a titch spooked by all the "Caution: Watch out for bears" signs. It's cougar country up there too so one needs to be alert! But in general, I feel much more energetic and have been walking a lot in the city and have even started an exercise program, just on my own here at home in front of youtube :).
Hope everyone is doing well! XO
- My swelling has gone way done and is a non issue for me know. My daughter said yesterday "oh good, you're looking normal now". Hopefully, the 'new' normal and not the old one! But it's gone way down and doesn't feel like an issue now.
Still have that 'feedbag under the chin feeling, as Geezer aptly calls it and it not only doesn't bother me, I even kind of enjoy it because it means my neck is way tighter down there now. Still very happy with my neck; it's SO nice not to see all that crepiness and wrinkliness (new word). As far as what I'd been concerned about and entitled 'the wrinkly bits', it's much improved. I've been following Dr. Harley's protocols of massaging the area frequently and putting hot compresses there. It's not entirely resolved but much, much improved and I'm pleased :)
My eyes are also doing well. The drooping of the lower lid is way better than it was and, again, have been following Dr. Harley's suggestion of the upward massage and actually increased how often I do it (after checking in with him). I was taping the red scar line under my eyes but a few days ago the tape fell off and I felt like I didn't really need it there anymore. It barely shows at all. You might notice that I have a small piece of tape under my right eye, on the right side; that's just the location of my inadvertent tearing off of a piece of scab. Unfortunate and then when it was healing back up, it was looking a bit ropey so I keep a piece of tape there now and it's doing really well.
Regarding the eyes, I do - occasionally - have some mild regrets about not getting the upper bleph as that left side droops so much (note the photo where I cleverly hold the eyebrow up so as to see what symmetry would do) but really I think I made the right decision for myself. This has been enough to deal with for now and it can be done later.
My ears are still uncomfortable at times, very sensitive, especially on the right side, but no real issues, healing slowly but surely. I have some photos of the scars which are almost invisible now. I do wonder if the lobe is a bit wonky though, especially on the left side. Opinions welcome.
That's it really. I got my mojo back about 2ish weeks ago and went on a little adventure on the west coast of Vancouver Island here. Lots of virgin forest and old growth trees and beautiful beaches to explore. Mind you, in our wanderings, we stayed on well known trails, just a titch spooked by all the "Caution: Watch out for bears" signs. It's cougar country up there too so one needs to be alert! But in general, I feel much more energetic and have been walking a lot in the city and have even started an exercise program, just on my own here at home in front of youtube :).
Hope everyone is doing well! XO
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You look wonderful and incredibly youthful. I'm glad you're feeling better. I think whenever you get work done, great expectations come with it but on the down side, you have now opened the gates to analyzing every little thing on your face like never before.
You look really good and at least 10 years younger. Most importantly, you look natural.
You look really good and at least 10 years younger. Most importantly, you look natural.
Thank you Cathleen :) Yes, you've summed it up well; I was determined NOT to do that very thing (analysis) and don't do it much really, but truth be told, it does seem as though when improvement is seen, a little greed for more seeps in! :)
hi there buddy, u look so natural and lovely. the neck and under eye issues all look fabulous. i think we begin to look so closely as we now critique our new faces that we will see flaws or imperfections that others would never notice. some will resolve as we heal and others we will fix or accept. i hope u are happy with your results and can enjoy your reflection with a smile. thank you for helping all of us with your generous journaling. i will keep u posted next week. meanwhile sending a warm hug your way, barbydoll
to maurdian; funny how we don't see other folks imperfections. i see the eye asymmetry in your pre surgical pics and yet would never notice if u did not call attention to it. you have nooooo under eye bags now and a lovely neck. i would be happy with the later. take care, bd
Thanks bd. Yes, you're right about that; even Dr. Harley - during my initial phone consultation when I drew his att'n to my eyebrows - said he hadn't actually noticed it in his first perusal of my photos. I guess, although I truly don't spend a lot of time obsessing in front of the mirror looking for faults, I naturally do check in the mirror to see how things are coming along. I think this is natural after any surgery, cosmetic or not, and so probably am more aware of my appearance and look more closely than usual. And I think the photos are even more of a nudge to examine; in fact I would not normally EVER take selfies and examine my own face but because of wanting to post photos here, I need to do that and it necessarily requires a close examination; therein lies the over-noticing of possible "flaws". The whole process brings a sort of hyper-vigilance of one's own appearance and it's not a good thing in terms of overall self-acceptance. Don't get me wrong - I take your point very well and muchly appreciate it. XO It was, along with the intended nudge to remember to be balanced in one's self-view, a perhaps unintended nudge in my own understanding of this tendency to over-analyse. So thank you for your honest appraisal bd :) xo
Bd, when I wrote the above response, I had only seen your "addendum" note and not the original one, which has more detail and wisdom :). I was just thinking further about this as it is really not like me to obsess over details (and truth be told, had never noticed, myself, that my eyebrows were asymmetrical prior to having f.l. consults and then some doctor recommended botox to lift the left brow!). This whole process - from general "why do I always look so tired and sad when I catch a reflection of myself or see a candid shot someone took" to a more 'clinical' - and therefore detail-focussed - is fraught with far too much self-analysis than is healthy I think. And, again, thanks for stimulating this line of enquiry in my head - it's very helpful!
As for your own upcoming adventure in self-analysis (hee hee...we have to laugh don't we?), I am so excited to share in your journey! Seriously excited....in my news feed I saw the photo of you with your simulated "feed bag" and for a moment took it as your day-after head gear (no glasses, mind!), I tripped over my own fingers trying to get to your review :) I'll be there with you in spirit, my friend! XO
As for your own upcoming adventure in self-analysis (hee hee...we have to laugh don't we?), I am so excited to share in your journey! Seriously excited....in my news feed I saw the photo of you with your simulated "feed bag" and for a moment took it as your day-after head gear (no glasses, mind!), I tripped over my own fingers trying to get to your review :) I'll be there with you in spirit, my friend! XO
Thank you for the updates and details of things that bring you some concern. You look great and are healing nicely.
As far as your earlobe is concerned, you probably notice it more than anyone else.
As far as your earlobe is concerned, you probably notice it more than anyone else.
You're most welcome - as I said, I do this primarily so that others experiencing the same or similar issues will have someone to relate to and possibly find some comfort (as I have with my copious readings). Yes, probably I do; still it's one thing I had hoped would not change as I really liked my ears (I even asked Dr. H just before surgery "my ears won't change will they? I really like my ears" It may sound silly but I'm a big earring wearer normally (the only jewellery I really like) and so am used to observing my lobe. Still hoping some resolution might be possible.
You looking great and healing wonderful your scars are almost invisible! :-). I definitely see a much improved from the before pics you posted from now. Happy for you! :-)
Thank you lichy - definitely no regrets! :)
You look amazing! Imo I think you are healing very nicely. I'm glad to hear you're out & about. I think that you are like all of us...you notice the smallest things & they probably look huge to you. I look at you & see a very pretty woman who is kicking butt.
Aww, you are kind Sassy; thank you so much :) From one butt kicker to another XO
UPDATED FROM maurdian
1 month post
The actual price of my procedures in US dollars broken down.
Here are the amounts that I paid for my procedures. I'd originally typed in $6400.00 US but I guess because the site seems to know I'm Canadian, it changed it to Canadian. I don't know where the extra 0 came from but I suppose it was my error. Anyway, the actual amount I paid is as follows:
Biltmore Lift: $6,400.00 US
Lower Bleph: $2,900.00 US
Juvaderm: $600.00 US (in the lip and marionette lines)
Radiesse: $1,000.00 US ($500 x 2 in the nasalabial folds and in the cheek)
TOTAL: $10,900.00 US
I've written the amount above in US dollars; I tried to change it from CAD to US because the currency fluctuates and I don't want to guesstimate or say what it is today and have it change but it wouldn't let me. Anyway, here it is.
Biltmore Lift: $6,400.00 US
Lower Bleph: $2,900.00 US
Juvaderm: $600.00 US (in the lip and marionette lines)
Radiesse: $1,000.00 US ($500 x 2 in the nasalabial folds and in the cheek)
TOTAL: $10,900.00 US
I've written the amount above in US dollars; I tried to change it from CAD to US because the currency fluctuates and I don't want to guesstimate or say what it is today and have it change but it wouldn't let me. Anyway, here it is.
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Thanks so much - very helpful. Hope you're recovery continues. You look great! :)
You're welcome! Yes, doing well - many thanks :)
Thank you so much for all of the details. When you're researching, the more information the better.
Yes, that's how I felt too beforehand. You're very welcome. Are you thinking of getting a facelift?
Oh yeah! I'll be 63 in July. I want a lower face and upper eye lift. I'm hoping to have one in early 2018. I'm trying to save for them now. Barring any emergency, I should be saved up by then.
I know how that is - took me awhile to save up too :)
Wow, you look years younger. Bet your happy!
Thank you! Yes, especially enjoying not having to wear scarves :)
Thank you for all of your information!
You're welcome :)
hi maurdian; had my pre op with my surgeon and feel i have made the right choice with the right doc. he is doing deep plane lift under local and iv sedation at the surgery center at Yale. i was more comfortable than just oral meds in case he ran short on time and i got antsy. it should take 4 hrs and i am not doing eyes as i wear glasses and had eyes done 12 years ago. God made eye make up and concealer for my issues. i can't conceal the neck any more so that was my mission and i am happy. will check in from time to time. i am glad u are finally feeling better and that i gather u are pleased with your outcome. i looked at your side view yesterday and compared before and after. it is remarkable. more soon, barbydoll
I have to say you look wonderful and have done a fabulous job of journaling all of it! Thank you SO much for your information and what we can all do to make things easier and to always make sure to ask questions if things feel off. You should be very pleased he does wonderful work and really cares if you feel good and are happy. I hope that your healing continues to get better and better! Take care :)
Thank you so much! And you're very welcome :) The healing continues with or without my patience so I try to have some as it's much better that way :) Feeling pretty good overall. How is your bleph? Are you still happy with it?
And I do read any update from betternbetter who looks so fabulous and seems so happy! Sometimes,& probably too frequently & for some unknown reason, I picture myself back in that hotel in Asheville and get a bittersweet nostalgia...maybe its just the memory of not having to do dishes or cook meals for a week!!!! Hee hee! God bless you maurdian & others and continued health and happiness! Revel in your new beauty girls! With love, prissipills