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Want to Have a Face Lift - Atlanta, GA
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Dr. Colgrove said that I should have a full face...
$16,000
Dr. Colgrove said that I should have a full face lift, fat transfer to under my eyes, glabellar muscle reduction and laser resurfacing. Another PS said all I needed was fillers.
I have sun damage on my face & all over. Lots of time in the sun & Tanning beds over the last 20 years. I was a Tan Mom. Addicted & now my skin is ruined. My derm is considered one of the best in Atlanta but he will not address my cosmetic concerns. Seems he is busy with skin cancer & Mohs. I went out on my own and tried dermabrasion & Skin Classic Treatment but not much improvement. I need an ATLANTA derm or PS willing to help with my severe sun damage. Under eyes fat pads are also a problem.
All of my photos didn't upload the first time..... this is the only way I could find to add photos.
I have sun damage on my face & all over. Lots of time in the sun & Tanning beds over the last 20 years. I was a Tan Mom. Addicted & now my skin is ruined. My derm is considered one of the best in Atlanta but he will not address my cosmetic concerns. Seems he is busy with skin cancer & Mohs. I went out on my own and tried dermabrasion & Skin Classic Treatment but not much improvement. I need an ATLANTA derm or PS willing to help with my severe sun damage. Under eyes fat pads are also a problem.
All of my photos didn't upload the first time..... this is the only way I could find to add photos.
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October 30, 2013
Thank you for starting your story on RealSelf! Please let us know what you decide to do. Definitely get a second or third opinion on the facelift. You look too young for that right now (in my unprofessional opinion). You're lovely!
October 30, 2013
Thank you. I have been told that I might have Body Dismorphic Disorder. I do not believe so. I think that I am simply having a hard time with the aging process. I hate this old, ugly decaying look. I was quite attractive back in the day. Getting old stinks! People look at me like I am a monster.
October 30, 2013
I have a hard time believing anyone would look at you like you're a monster. ;) Aging is hard, though. I'm in my 40s and it sucks not being able to turn even a few heads anymore (except in maybe the men-over-60 crowd).
October 30, 2013
What?! You look great! I am married to a great guy but I agree it does suck to not be able to turn a few heads. Up until two years ago I still got the You are hott comments....... Now I get you look good for your age :)
October 30, 2013
Oh hmm, yeah wait for menopause!! My face is melting like a bowl of ice cream over here!! I agree with getting at least 3 opinions. If you don't find a doctor that fits you keep looking. Frankly, you stated texture, how about Co2 & some fillers/botox? Save the heavy duty lift for when you really really need it. You look beautiful, maybe a few minor proceedures will help you feel better about yourself, I know it does for me! :)
October 30, 2013
I had a hysterectomy 1 1/2 ago. I still have one ovary :) About six months ago my face started melting. My family laughs when I use that term but it is what I see when I look in the mirror ~ Hate to see what I am gonna look like in 5 years :( Have you had fillers? I am afraid of what will happen if I start and then stop fillers.
October 30, 2013
I was gonna ask where are the before pictures? You look like you had everything done already. I'm not kidding. You look gorgeous.
October 31, 2013
Thank you - I do have some pictures posted on the original post with no make-up.... All my pictures didn't not upload on the original post so I added some on using the review link. I really hate my face! I look so much older than 44 and I feel like people look at me like I'm an old hag.
November 1, 2013
You thought the same thing? Meaning that I look older than 44 and like a hag?
October 31, 2013
You may not have said it, so I don't know your age. But run like the wind from Dr. Colgrave. I find his "diagnosis" alarming and cynical. Obviously we all examine ourselves very critically; you may not be the 25 year-old you once were, but you are a lovely looking woman with no serious or obvious signs of aging. Find a doctor with some integrity. When I was 52 I went to see a PS who said "go home and enjoy your beauty and come back to see me in 5 years." That's what I did. (plus 3 years...I got cold feet.) but I knew he was an honorable physician. If you think you really do have body dysmorphic, plastic surgery is not the solution, because there will always be something. Fix that first or you'll be looking at a future of endless surgery and chronic dissatisfaction. I say this in kindness.
October 31, 2013
I look much older than my 44 years. I do not believe that I have BDD. My face is melting and I just hate it. Dr. Colgrove said that I have pretty features but need to be tightened up a bit. I went in feeling like I looked pretty darn good for my age but left feeling like a monster. Some days I just want to give up. What is the point? No matter how much I go to the gym, eat right or pile on makeup....... I fighting a battle that I just will not win. Society is much more accepting of beautiful people.
October 31, 2013
Then guess what?? He is NOT the plastic surgeon for YOU. He maybe for alot of people but if he makes you feel like crud thats a bad feeling right off the top & you should move on to someone else!! Trust me I was there, I walked out of one well known PS's office in tears!!! Heck no way that man was going to get me to pay him big bucks to touch my face. He actually yelled at me for not accepting his female hormone treatments!! I was sad, then I got furious! Research other Ps's in your area but be prepared to travel (as I am).
October 31, 2013
Dr. Colgrove also told me that most Face Lift patients need touchups and a 2nf lift. I'm not sure how I fell about that. He acts like aging is a disease.
You look amazing - What procedures have you had and do you find yourself wanting more?
October 31, 2013
I had upper bleph, silikon 1000 in my lips. The picture was after a liquid facelift which usually last on me about 9 months. I am going to have a neck/midface lift in 2014, I am 50. PS's aren't one size fits all, it sounds like you need to find one who isn't going to make you feel like crap & will suggest some minor tweaks to get thru till you need to bring out the big guns. You can always post your photo's to the doctors on Real Self, but take front & side views non smiling for their honest opinions (fun right? LOL). You might even find one you would like to make a consult with! :)
October 31, 2013
I have posted on here before and their honesty makes me want to jump off a bridge! :) I thought about fillers but I am scared of what I will look like when it wears off.
October 31, 2013
It just goes away very gradual, no worries, just goes back to the way it was before. But it sounds like you really want a facelift and being our own worst enemy I know what that feels like. Research, go to a few interviews then plan on 2014 being the "year for you"!!! Like many of us! :)
October 31, 2013
look at my profile picture again..... Not so tight. I look like my face is melting off and my body is not much better. Lots and lots of time spent at the beach and in tanning beds. My skin looks terrible but I sure do miss having some color. Getting old is not for the weak...... Thank you for kind words :) By the way, you look YEARS younger. Simply beautiful!
November 1, 2013
You look absolutely lovely. I can see why a Dr. would tell you to wait. BUT, if you want to take the short drive to Columbus, Ga, Call Dr. Pagadala. You could have a consult and be set up for surgery at 1 time. You could rent a motel for a few days, to be handy and for the 2 day out visit and save a lot of money. He will tell it to you straight. He did my breast ift & mid face lift on same day. It's Columbus plastic & cosmetic surgeons. (706) 327-577 Tell him Anita (the truck driver)
November 7, 2013
Thank you - I am thinking of giving him a call. Post some more pictures when you get a chance.
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