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56 Year Old Female Wanting More Youthful Eyes. Bakersfield, CA
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Hello! I'm Diane and I joined Realself in...
DianeJ77January 28, 2016
$7,300
Hello!
I'm Diane and I joined Realself in November.
I've been wanting my eyes done forever due to increasing puffiness and saggy skin. The reviews and pictures on this site helped me make the decision to have this procedure.
The best advice I can give right now is to have a great upbeat caregiver! My husband was scheduled to go overseas at the last minute, so I was going to be counting on friends, his trip was cancelled and I'm so relieved! I had no idea how much I would need someone consistent.
Day 1 was pretty painful but the prescribed meds helped.
Yesterday was day 3 and I was able to shower and clean up my sutures (very gently) which helped immensely with everything from pain to seeing.
Today I was worried about drainage still present and the nurse gave me her cell, I texted close up pictures. Of course I could go in to be seen, but I'm not ready for an outing. The nurse said I'm healing very well!
I'm Diane and I joined Realself in November.
I've been wanting my eyes done forever due to increasing puffiness and saggy skin. The reviews and pictures on this site helped me make the decision to have this procedure.
The best advice I can give right now is to have a great upbeat caregiver! My husband was scheduled to go overseas at the last minute, so I was going to be counting on friends, his trip was cancelled and I'm so relieved! I had no idea how much I would need someone consistent.
Day 1 was pretty painful but the prescribed meds helped.
Yesterday was day 3 and I was able to shower and clean up my sutures (very gently) which helped immensely with everything from pain to seeing.
Today I was worried about drainage still present and the nurse gave me her cell, I texted close up pictures. Of course I could go in to be seen, but I'm not ready for an outing. The nurse said I'm healing very well!
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Replies (18)
February 1, 2016
I just had eyelid surgery on Wednesday 1/27/16 and I am on Day 5 of healing and see progress but certainly have more healing to go. Thank you for sharing.
February 3, 2016
You're very welcome Kimmie! Day 5 was still rough for me, I'm on day 8 now and every day is immensely better!
Congratulations on your decision and good luck!
Congratulations on your decision and good luck!
February 4, 2016
Hi Diane, you look great! I had mine done yesterday and today Im getting black and blue under my right eye. When did you start bruising and when will it get better? Thanks Leesa.
February 4, 2016
Hi Leesa, congratulations!
I came home bruised and I think it was in full color by two days later, then it started going away on the one week date. What bothered me more was the raw, goopey feeling, which has abated over the last two days.
I came home bruised and I think it was in full color by two days later, then it started going away on the one week date. What bothered me more was the raw, goopey feeling, which has abated over the last two days.
February 6, 2016
What's the raw goopey is that from the ointment. Do you have any advice on camouflage, I have to go back to work on Monday that will be the 5th day. When will the black eyes get better one is still getting darker.
February 6, 2016
What's the raw goopey is that from the ointment. Do you have any advice on camouflage, I have to go back to work on Monday that will be the 5th day. When will the black eyes get better one is still getting darker.
February 6, 2016
What's the raw goopey is that from the ointment. Do you have any advice on camouflage, I have to go back to work on Monday that will be the 5th day. When will the black eyes get better one is still getting darker.
February 6, 2016
What's the raw goopey is that from the ointment. Do you have any advice on camouflage, I have to go back to work on Monday that will be the 5th day. When will the black eyes get better one is still getting darker.
February 7, 2016
The PS said the goopey feeling is from my tear ducts being traumatized and not draining properly, so tears and whatever drop I put in there is there for quite awhile!
I did try to cover the bruises with concealer and foundation (It brand creamy concealer, Estée Lauder double wear foundation. My result looked with worse with makeup, spotty dots all over.
I'm a bruiser. I've been asked by strangers (prior to this procedure) if I'm abused due to always wearing bruises. My dog doesn't help, I've had worse black eyes than this from getting a love slam with her nose! I don't think I'm a good person to ask because I'm not the norm. I'm surprised I'm not bruised to my jawline!
Good luck on Monday! Wear your work with pride!
February 7, 2016
Thanks Diane, I heard Dermablend is good I'm going to ulta tomorrow to see if they have suggestions.
UPDATED FROM DianeJ77
8 days post
So much better!
DianeJ77February 3, 2016
I had my 1 week post op app today and everything is great! Staff was amazed that I drove myself! I also went out yesterday, with glasses (not sunglasses-I don't have RX sunglasses) and if someone starred too long I told them the details.
Today Is the best day yet!
One thing I was worried about was the goopey feeling in my eyes. Dr Lehockey explained that the swelling has temporarily shut or "kinked" my tear ducts so the goop has no where to go. This too will abate soon.
I'm already thrilled I had this procedure done!
Dr Lehockey and the staff have yet to keep me waiting, if it's over the phone or in the office. They treat my worries with significance and I feel like I'm the only patient they deal with.
Today Is the best day yet!
One thing I was worried about was the goopey feeling in my eyes. Dr Lehockey explained that the swelling has temporarily shut or "kinked" my tear ducts so the goop has no where to go. This too will abate soon.
I'm already thrilled I had this procedure done!
Dr Lehockey and the staff have yet to keep me waiting, if it's over the phone or in the office. They treat my worries with significance and I feel like I'm the only patient they deal with.
UPDATED FROM DianeJ77
10 days post
11 days later
DianeJ77February 4, 2016
I'm really happy with the everyday changes, from less bruising to getting my energy back. I didn't expect to be so tired and "hit by a truck" after this procedure, it's not like something was removed! See-I even smiled!
I'm going to through out all of my old eye make-up and start new. I wasn't instructed to by Dr Lehocky or the RN's but it's fun anyway and hopefully now I can buy shimmery eye shadows that I avoided before due to wrinkly skin.
I'm going to through out all of my old eye make-up and start new. I wasn't instructed to by Dr Lehocky or the RN's but it's fun anyway and hopefully now I can buy shimmery eye shadows that I avoided before due to wrinkly skin.
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February 5, 2016
You look great ....don't expect to feel great though . Rest and eat well. You will be looking at them morning noon and night ...try to relax as it all takes time. Well done
February 6, 2016
Boy you were right. I've had kinda of a set back today. I'm feeling worse than day 7. I had a "poking" feeling in my eye and called the office, they got me in and said it wasn't a stitch. It seems like my eyes are blurry again too. Back to resting! And I was planning on going to a Super Bowl party?
Welcome! I'm so glad you started a review and posted pics. Keep us in the loop with the rest of your healing. I'm glad your hubby was able to stay home and help after all :)
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