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Getting my lids done first!
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I am looking to have a Biltmore Lift and possibly...
Anon7949April 12, 2016
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I am looking to have a Biltmore Lift and possibly an eyelid surgery performed in North Carolina by Dr. David H. Harley. I have been watching this site for over a year and stewing over whether or not to cut into my face! I am very nervous about the scarring. I have sent my pictures and my profile through an email as I am not close to the clinic, and am now waiting for the telephone interview. I will definitely keep posting as it has been so helpful to me.
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1 year pre
This is the best me I can be. I just want a bit better.
Anon7949April 15, 2016
I lost a lot of weight at age 22 after having 2 kids at an early age. I smoked for 27 years as well and firmly believe that those two issues have a good deal to do with this area of stretched and saggy skin. When I look closely, I can actually see stretchmarks in my neck-skin. I consulted with a local doctor and he laughed at me and said come back in 5 years. It was very defeating. While I completely accept that it's partly vanity, I also believe that after the life I've lived, I deserve to enter this next stage with grace and pride.
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April 15, 2016
That is a Great way to look at it! This is a new phase for most of us having this done and I agree with you, we deserve it!
April 21, 2016
Can anyone who has had the procedure tell me how long you waited after sending pics and waiver before hearing from the office?
April 22, 2016
Juanita called today and damn, I wasn't able to take the call. But I am moving forward. I can't wait to talk to the doc!
January 22, 2017
It took about 2 weeks for a call back to schedule his call.
He is scheduling pretty far out- like June ish.....
He is scheduling pretty far out- like June ish.....
May 1, 2016
Hi Jax1967...happy for you that you received a call from Juanita. Did you schedule your phone consult with Dr Harley? I sent in my form almost 2 weeks ago so I am eager to hear from Juanita. Can't wait to get going! Looking forward to following your updates...maybe we'll cross paths in Asheville. Good luck!
May 18, 2016
I heard from the Dr. and had my phone consult. I'm trying to book for September this year and am now waiting to hear back about availability.
May 18, 2016
I'm just one year younger than you. People also tell me I look young for my age, but I've really started noticing the difference in my lower face. Ugh. I suspect that the doctor you saw didn't feel the need for any change now because you're so attractive. I understand where you're at . . . sometimes we need to do these things for ourselves. I want to head into my fifties feeling confident and healthy. So, I say, go for it! I look forward to following your journey.
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3 months pre
Very excited now
Anon7949March 28, 2017
I am really eagar to get my lids done but am so torn over the neck lift. I just don't know yet if its time. I keep reading that others say they wish they hadn't waited so long...
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March 29, 2017
I just did my upper eyes and the BL on 3/17/17. I'm thrilled. It has been a very easy recovery. I'm 52. I've been trying to post pictures frequently on my review. I wanted to go ahead and do it before it was super obvious to everyone that I had something done.
March 29, 2017
Congrats Lily yours look great! Just saw them. I had my upper bleph done by Dr. Harley in Sept and I too and over the moon! I could not take looking so tired in the mirror. I am planning my neck lift from him within the next six months as I have jowls already starting. Jax, you will be so excited to get your eyes done. It makes a world of difference. Especially those of us who aged much faster in the eyes. I just turned 47 and I felt like you, should I do both. Well, for me since I felt is it the right time, I decided it would not hurt to do it twice since I live hours away and I would just give each surgery its due time to heal. I am glad I did ALTHOUGH his healing process is kind to people. Since I wasn't going under anesthesia I felt good breaking it up. Good luck to you, you are not far out from your time! I am excited to see your updates! Keep healing well Lily!
April 5, 2017
Thank you so much. I appreciate the feedback. I am very excited and really wish I could make a decision as I'm travelling 9 hours by car for the surgery. I'd love to just stay and do both. sigh
April 29, 2017
I totally understand. You know it is the gut feeling you are looking for I am certain. I would let them know you will make that decision the day before. It is hard to know but having broken it up I wouldn't hesitate to have them together. Think about the entire first night you will be sleeping most of the time, you may as well get it all done. However, it would not hurt to do them separately if you feel that coming back is not a problem and you are willing to set time aside later because you would like to be conservative. I wish I had a place to put you up. I have a cottage I rent out in Blowing Rock which takes me about an hour and forty five minutes to get to from Dr. Harley. With my upper eyes my husband and I just drove their early that morning and when it was done my husband drove us back to Blowing Rock. With my eyes you don't come back the next day. But I am going in for the lower lift with him in September and I will be staying in Blowing Rock again. I would offer for you to stay there during this time but I am booked during your time June 15th. If you do decide to do your eyes later in the future I will give you a great deal to come take a break in Blowing Rock. I have to say we had a wonderful time relaxing after my surgery and I was very thankful. Best of luck to you please let us know how it goes and I will be checking often to see your journey! :)
April 29, 2017
Also, I meant to ask you if you were coming in from Jacksonville, FL because I lived there for almost six years and we have been here in NC for almost 12. It is about nine hours to Jacksonville and you use Jax. Take care!
May 9, 2017
You are so gracious and kind. Thank you so much! I do want to get it done, but I'd like to do it after the summer I think. I have something to look for June 15th though!
May 9, 2017
I'm coming down from Canada! It's 9 hours from me to NC and its 9 hours from my house in Clearwater to NC. I am halfway to my happy place in the south when I visit in June. I may just go straight to Florida :)
May 12, 2017
Nice I am from FL, all my family is still there. I slept well on and off for a good day after my upper bleph. Since you are not having the facelift you won't need to see him seven days after. I would stay the day after in Asheville at least to make sure you feel good enough to travel. But really it is maintaining being upright and keeping the tape on. Unless you are staying to have him remove the sutures before you head back? That is a lot of travel but definitely worth it! :)
April 3, 2017
I understand your hesitation... I was where you are just a year ago. I felt silly for even considering a lower face/ neck lift at the age of 44 but it was all I saw when I looked in the mirror. I decided to take the plunge and a year later, am so happy I did it. I look like my age now and feel so much happier with the way I look. Feel free to message me if you have any questions... I am happy to help. =)
April 5, 2017
Just looked at all your pics. WOW. Now I'm envious. You look amazing. Did anyone notice? Say anything about it?
April 5, 2017
No one has said anything. I'm glad because I didn't want anyone to know. I thought maybe I'd get "you've lost weight", but nothing. Thank you for your kind words. Dr. Harley is amazing.
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I was a smoker for 48 years ( I quit 1 1/2 years ago thanks to vaping!), but don't even have the smokers lines above my lip.