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Female 32 Lower Blepharoplasty - Bryn Mawr, PA
UPDATED FROM shamrock1
3 years post
Three Years Post
shamrock1June 10, 2018
WORTH IT$2,500
I was encouraged to post an update after a recent comment. I'm thrilled to report that 3 years later, I couldn't be happier with my results!
It's crazy to me that none of my friends, family, or coworkers ever mentioned anything about me looking different. And believe me, both my BFF and my mother would've straight up called me out if they suspected I had something done. I suspect they think that I'm finally sleeping at night :)
Now that I'm 35, I do see those damn crow's feet starting to nest beside my normal-looking eyes...but that's life. At least I don't look like a gargoyle anymore :D
My advice for anyone thinking about this procedure (or any other, for that matter), remember to do allllllllll the researches on alllllllllll the doctors. It's a giant pain in the ass, but you must find an expert; A SPECIALIST!
Finally, make sure your expectations are realistic. Understand all of the possible outcomes of your procedure and think about how you'd feel in each instance.
I hated the bags under my eyes so much, that I knew that ANY alternative was better than crackhead status!
It's crazy to me that none of my friends, family, or coworkers ever mentioned anything about me looking different. And believe me, both my BFF and my mother would've straight up called me out if they suspected I had something done. I suspect they think that I'm finally sleeping at night :)
Now that I'm 35, I do see those damn crow's feet starting to nest beside my normal-looking eyes...but that's life. At least I don't look like a gargoyle anymore :D
My advice for anyone thinking about this procedure (or any other, for that matter), remember to do allllllllll the researches on alllllllllll the doctors. It's a giant pain in the ass, but you must find an expert; A SPECIALIST!
Finally, make sure your expectations are realistic. Understand all of the possible outcomes of your procedure and think about how you'd feel in each instance.
I hated the bags under my eyes so much, that I knew that ANY alternative was better than crackhead status!
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Replies (5)
July 10, 2018
What a fab result even three years on! I had hereditary eye bags too - I had laser inside the lower eyelids with fat removal about 18 years ago and then upper and lower bleph about 8 years ago. Best decision ever, and doing it before they’re a major problem is definitely the way to go. You look great!
July 26, 2018
Great results and very informative. I'm scheduled to have this same procedure done in September by Dr. Prasad in New York (for 3x the amount you paid). You've definitely given me something to think about. I am curious why did you have to wear the tape on your eyes for 7 days after using the transconjunctival approach?
July 27, 2018
It's called compression tape and it's designed to lessen the swelling. I later found out I was supposed to wear it for 10 days (oops), but it all worked out :)
Best of luck to you!!
Best of luck to you!!
UPDATED FROM shamrock1
23 days post
3 weeks Post
shamrock1July 3, 2015
My life has changed. Each day when I look in the mirror, I just can't believe the difference. It feels like I've been wearing a mask my whole life and am just now taking it off.
Thank you, Dr. Lee!
Thank you, Dr. Lee!
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June 28, 2015
Wow fantastic results. You look awesome. Your post above made me laugh so hard "looked like I was up all night smoking crack" cause I am in the same boat as you and feel the same. I had terrible hereditary bags (I'm 34) as well and decided to do the surgery. I am on week 3 and have been on this site quite a bit. I had the cut on the outside along with fat removal and skin removal so I am still healing and have scars. Praying everything will work out :)
I was just glad to see your post and your amazing results, I can't tell you how much the bags affected my life and I'm sure you feel the same.
Thanks for posting :)
I was just glad to see your post and your amazing results, I can't tell you how much the bags affected my life and I'm sure you feel the same.
Thanks for posting :)
June 28, 2015
Thanks so much for your comment!
The emotional BS that us fat-eye'd people have to deal with just isn't fair, and it's nice to have people to talk to who can relate, for sure.
I'd LOVE to see your pics once you're ready to share. This was truly life-changing for me and I'm sure you'll feel the same once all is said and done.
Well wishes and take care!
The emotional BS that us fat-eye'd people have to deal with just isn't fair, and it's nice to have people to talk to who can relate, for sure.
I'd LOVE to see your pics once you're ready to share. This was truly life-changing for me and I'm sure you'll feel the same once all is said and done.
Well wishes and take care!
June 29, 2015
You look really really great! No wonder you're happy! Just for your information, I had this operation about - flew to Howard Gross in Santa Barbara because no one did it in the UK. :) my problem was the same as yours - inherited eye bags. God, my mum's are horrendous! Anyway, I had this op done 20 years ago and three years ago I had a traditional lower blepharo done too. The results were fabulous. :) you have made the right choice to get surgery before things get too bad but you might need a trad bleph way down the line too. Or maybe not! Anyway you look fab!!! X
June 30, 2015
LOVE your review- thanks for all the detail and honestly. What is the tape stuff under your eyes in some of your pics? Just curious.
June 30, 2015
Greetings. It's compression tape that's supposed to help keep the swelling at a minimum. The doc I saw has all his patients wear it. I had very little swelling so assuming it worked as designed.
June 30, 2015
Interesting- I haven't seen that before. Did he supply it? If you happen to know the brand name of it I'd love to know- our community is always looking for ways to reduce swelling.
June 30, 2015
Yes he supplied it, but I'm not sure of the brand. In doing my research, you're correct, I hadn't seen any other people wearing it (except for the ones from his office). I'm sure they'll give you more info if you give them a call =)
How'd yours go?!