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In mid 30s Wanting a Tighter Face and Neck - Beverly Hills, CA

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I intend to get a mini-lift plus facial fat...

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YouthInspired
WORTH IT$10,000
I intend to get a mini-lift plus facial fat grafting. I have pronounced platysma reticular bands as well as some excess skin on my neck. Also my cheeks are beginning to sag from years of having acne, and dramatic weight loss. Doctor recommends a 'vertical' mini lift and all over facial fat grafting. I should not look dramatically different, but a more 'refreshed' version of myself. I more excited than I am nervous as this is something I've been considering for over a year.

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Richard Ellenbogen, MD (retired)

Richard Ellenbogen, MD (retired)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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August 11, 2015
Congrats keep us updated.
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September 3, 2015
Thank you !!! Will do!
September 7, 2015
Hi YouthInspired! I'm so excited for you!! This will be the best way to address concerns and get a natural-looking vector for lifting and tightening the neck and cheeks. Fat grafting is the best!! I look forward to following your journey! I can't even imagine how amazing you will look as you are already stunningly gorgeous!!
Warmest regards,
murphus
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December 16, 2015
Why thank you dear! I'm so glad I went for it! Dr. Ellenbogen does amazing work
December 17, 2015
Omg you look like a barbie! So gorgeous! Wish I had your lips lol! I'm looking into getting fat transfer to the lips, and I am on the hunt to find the right doctor. It's so hard finding the right doc and have a natural look. Is yours natural or do you get fillers? Stunning regardless! xo
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December 18, 2015
You are a sweet pea! I love my surgeon since you were in California you might want to consider going to him as well!!!! Thank uuuu
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1 day post

Day of surgery, so far so good!

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The surgery went really well as far as I can tell! Dr. Ellenbogen preformed a vertical mini-lift and neck lift, with facial fat grafting along my jaw, chin, and under my eyes. I have some definite swelling but ZERO bruising! And very little to know pain (mild-discomfort around the ears only--pain level a 1 or two only)

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December 17, 2015
looking amazing! do you have before pics?
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December 18, 2015
Hello! Yes under a different thread I have my before pics :)
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1 day post

1 day post-op

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This morning I returned to Dr. Ellenbogan's for a post op follow-up. Suzanne remove my bandaging and took pictures of me from all angles. I am already pleased with the results of my neck and face I know that I am still very swollen but I am amazed at how smooth and tight my neck looks already. When the doctor came in he was very pleased as well and very kind and supportive he made me feel that i am his top concern. I will post more pictures within the next couple of days

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