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5 Days Post and Already See Improvement! - Austin, TX
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15K included anesthesia and surgery center. I had...
susancm1234April 20, 2015
WORTH IT$15,000
15K included anesthesia and surgery center. I had a full lift to correct sagging neck and droopy jowls. Combination of weight loss in past several years and aging (I am 55) caused sagging around mouth and typical, prominent neck veins. Days 3 and 4 were rough: lots of swelling and some pain. I also had some fat grafted to add volume in several areas in the face. Wow, a full lipo must hurt bad!!!!! Anyway, today (day 5) I am seeing a real reduction in swelling, much more bruising, quite a bit of tightness under chin and below ears. I had incisions from temple, around ears to lower hairline. Also an incision under chin.
I am already happy because I can see (sort of) what my face will look like after swelling goes away. Much smoother and neck smooth as well. Not a procedure for sissies, but I work in a business with lots of face-to-face contact, and my smile/neck/etc. was really bothering me. I considered this for over a year, consulted several doctors, and went for it! i'll report back in several days. Best of luck!!
I am already happy because I can see (sort of) what my face will look like after swelling goes away. Much smoother and neck smooth as well. Not a procedure for sissies, but I work in a business with lots of face-to-face contact, and my smile/neck/etc. was really bothering me. I considered this for over a year, consulted several doctors, and went for it! i'll report back in several days. Best of luck!!
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5 days post
Pics and Surgeon
susancm1234April 20, 2015
I'll share pics but please don't show anyone! :)
And surgeon is Dr. Edward Buckingham. He came highly recommended, has an excellent staff and bedside manner, and I give him very high marks at this stage in the process. Sutures come out Thursday. And I probably could have iced better/longer...
And surgeon is Dr. Edward Buckingham. He came highly recommended, has an excellent staff and bedside manner, and I give him very high marks at this stage in the process. Sutures come out Thursday. And I probably could have iced better/longer...
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April 21, 2015
I already saw the big, much better change on your face. Great work down. Congrats!!
April 21, 2015
You are looking great and in such a short time! Hang on, you are going to be beautiful! May I ask, did you have a brow lift and where the fat transfer was placed. I'm planning a FL in the fall and I'm really nervous about a brow lift. I'm also requesting fat transfers, as the maintenance on fillers are a bit much. Thanks so much for sharing!
April 21, 2015
No brow lift, but he did a bit on "volume filling" at the apex of lid and brow, closest to my nose. There was a tiny triangular space there (age-related i think) that he filled in nicely. I agree fat transfer is the way to go. And try not to be nervous! I'd get all possible done at the same time and plan for at least a week of down time. There isn't intolerable pain, and the results are making me so happy!!
April 21, 2015
You look great! You're over the hump so every day gets better now.
April 22, 2015
post your shots..........they are going to make a difference to those who want this done! It's not for sissies .........I know well myself. You do look like a great outcome will be the result
April 22, 2015
Hi..I can already see huge difference too. I am your age and considering this so yes please post your updates. There is already a much softer, pretty appearance!!!
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6 days post
Day 7
susancm1234April 21, 2015
Much reduction in swelling, bruising is still heavy, but already starting to "yellow". Have most feeling back except for under chin (where most bruising is and had been from the first). Suture removal Thursday, then I'l post another pic. I'm a happy lady! :)
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April 22, 2015
have you tried the Arnica Montana to help with your bruises. Works like magic. Helps with pain as well. Tis over the counter in a health food store . I keep it around for regular days of bruises as well. My doctor clued me in on this, Grateful he did!
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Hi there, and welcome! Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. Do you have any before and after photos that you'd be willing to add?