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Biltmore Lift----Because I'm Worth It!! :) - Asheville, NC

UPDATED FROM 15Queens05
21 days post

3 Weeks Later

WORTH IT$6,400
Another week has passed and I continue to see improvement with the swelling and numbness. I still have a few area's along my jaw line that are still lumpy and somewhat numb but this continues to improved each day. Incision sites are remarkably almost un-noticeable!!!

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David H. Harley, MD

David H. Harley, MD

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 338 Reviews
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We are all unique as well as beautiful in our own way. Being a beautiful person can be defined in numerous ways. To me, a beautiful person is someone who is caring, compassionate, non judgmental, or would give the shirt off their back if they thought someone needed it worse than they did. I think when someone has these qualities along with self confidence about themselves and their physical appearance, they posses beauty from within as well as their outward appearance. You can be a beautiful person on the inside but for whatever reason, your physical beauty just doesn't match your inner beauty! To me, having a beautiful, radiant face has made me feel like the beauty that Dr. Harley has so precisely created, now matches my inner beauty. It's a wonderful balance. Sadly, people are quick to judge when looking at someone's face and since our face is what people see, putting trust in a physician and allowing him/her to utilize their surgical skills in hopes of enhancing our facial beauty is something that I did not take lightly nor should anyone who is considering any type of procedure to their face. I researched numerous physicians, looked at TONS AND TONS of before and after photographs of women my age. I'm not sure how I stumbled across Realself.com but that is where I found Dr. Harley. First of all, I reviewed his schooling and years of experience. Learning that he was double board certified was impressive!! Of course I googled him, found youtube video of him discussing the Biltmore Lift, after watching it, my thoughts were that he appeared to be very calm and caring. There was also a video of a couple of ladies that had shared their experience with Dr. Harley. I read EVERY ONE of his reviews on real self umpteen times and looked at all of the pictures umpteen times!!!! It was pretty evident to me that his surgical skills were beyond professional. I'm pretty sure I read all of the information on his website multiple times too! After sending my photo's and having a telephone consult with him, I felt that he was realistic and honest with me. I had other plastic surgeons that said I needed a full facelift with fat transfer and cheek implants and another one that said I didn't need a facelift but would benefit from a $5000 liquid facelift (fillers). After all of my research, I had complete confidence in Dr. Harley. From the time of my telephone consult in February 2016 to the day after my procedure, April 16, 2016, I had absolutely NO negative thoughts, second thoughts or regrets about having Dr. Harley perform the Biltmore Lift. And since I am a nurse and I know that behind every physician is great nurse……….Kelly is a rockstar nurse who you will feel at ease with the minute you meet her!! Last but certainly not least is Juanita, we spoke on the phone several times and it was obvious she was caring, attentive and the nicest southern lady you will probably ever meet. The sad part is that is I didn't get to meet her when I was there for my pre-op and to be honest, I think I met her as I was leaving after my procedure but I can't be 100% certain. Since I traveled back to my home state of Missouri 24 hours after my procedure, I have had ZERO issues and felt confident that if any issues presented, I had Dr.Harley's personal cell number. I did send him a text message on Wednesday and asked what his thoughts were on me going and running a few miles. He promptly texted back but it wasn't really the answer I was wanting to hear :). I feel that Dr. Harley and his staff take a personal interest in each and everyone they provide services to. Would I recommend Dr. Harley……..IN A HEARTBEAT!!! A part of me doesn't really want people that I know and associate with on a regular basis with to know that I have had something done but then the other part of me wants to shout from the rooftop………I HAD A BILTMORE LIFT PERFORMED BY DR. DAVID HARLEY. Beyond Exceptional Results!!!

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Oh my gosh, you look beautiful!! :)
Your incisions look great for three weeks. Love your neck, too.
Thank you!
Thank You!! :)
You look amazing! That Dr H sure knows what he's doing! Your posts about quick and easy recovery was very inspiring to me as I was with Dr H soon after you........ Thank you!
Thank You!! I agree, I do believe Dr. Harley knows what he is doing!!!! Tomorrow will mark 4 weeks for me! I continue to look in the mirror and think………I am sooooooo glad I did that! :) Hope everything has gone well for you!
Thank you!
Hi there , just want to say your looking great !! Wanted to ask you something... With dr Harley did you need to follow any special kind of diet the week leading up to your procedure? Just in England we need to follow a strict diet... Just wondering if it the the same for you ...
Hi! I really didn't change much about my diet prior to my procedure. I try to consume a lot of protein to support muscle repair and growth due to being very physically active and I continued that along with trying to maintain a balance of carbs and healthy fats!
Thank You!
UPDATED FROM 15Queens05
14 days post

2 Weeks Later!!

Since getting my stitches out on Monday, I have been applying ScareAway (silicone gel) twice daily. Washing the area's with soap and water. Progressing and looking good!!

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You look wonderful!
you look fantastic for 2 weeks post op, have they mentioned when you can exercise again especially running???
Oh my gosh, the last picture especially is amazing! I can't believe it's only been two weeks. What an artist Dr. Harley is. Your jawline is perfection, my dear!
You healed so quickly - you look fantastic...and you are right - you are worth it!!
Thanks so much for posting your experience and photos. You look great. I also have a thin face and wondered if the lift would work as well on "skin and bones" but your results and fast recovery calm my concerns. I sent my forms and photos to his office over a week ago and hope to get a consultation and set a date soon. My only fear now is he will get too busy and I'll have a long wait to get 'er done.
UPDATED FROM 15Queens05
9 days post

1 Week Later!

I continue to heal with no setbacks.Each day the swelling and numbness becomes less. I don't have much to report regarding bruising because again, I had very little! Last night was my daughter's prom so it was the first time I was around friends!!! All was well and no questions were asked. Something that I noticed about myself was that I was certainly more confident when pictures were being taken of myself and my daughter!!! Self confidence regarding your physical appearance is a great feeling!!!!!

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You look amazing! And thanks so much for sharing your story! I go in tomorrow morning…… And I fully intend to bounce back and recover as well as you have :-) ......... Fingers crossed!
Thank you…………..as you will as well!!!!! Tomorrow will be done and over with before you know it!!!!!! Keep me posted!!!
Wow, only 9 days post and you're already getting dolled up and going out like a boss! Sooo impressed with the beautiful job Dr H. did. You look like a 20something in your pics. Very glad to hear it's been a smooth process for you...congrats!
Thank you!!! It looks like your time is just around the corner! I scheduled mine 6 weeks out and couldn't wait for the day to arrive!!!! No nervousness……..ALL EXCITEMENT!!! Good Luck, keep me posted!!!
Beautiful, young mother and daughter!
You look fantastic! I have my lift June 8th, 15Queens05 did you have the Biltmore lift? And neck lift?