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38/F with Previous Chin Lipo & Kybella
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38/F with Previous Chin Lipo & Kybella
TorrentasaurusApril 7, 2023
WORTH IT$3,750
Previous liposuction under chin was performed in 2012. Happy with results, but after two kids, 13 years, and about 30 lb weight gain the fat underneath my chin came back. I have what I call a “slopey” neck, where it looks like my chin is connected to my chest. It’s awful, makes me look heavier and older than I am.
Dr. Friedman was honest and very thorough, because of my age my skin laxity wasn’t the best. In fact, I was barely above if not at the line of acceptability he has for skin laxity. He also told
Me that due to my previous surgery, as well as Kybella, there would be scar tissue, which acts like little roadblocks as he is suctioning, otherwise it’s like a “hot knife through butter” on patients with no previous lipo history.
Another thing to consider was that Dr. Friedman only does regular, old school lipo, no heating element/tightening. His reason being, to keep up with the latest technology is expensive and ever changing. He knows what he is doing with this machine and he’s sticking with it, basically.
I went ahead with the surgery due to the overwhelming positive reviews, the fact that he does “awake” lipo, and tons of before-after photos with many patients necks that looked similar to mine with amazing after results. Mine of course was “extended” submental lipo, which made it a bit more money, and I also think I was charged a little more due to it being almost a revision since my previous lipo results had diminished. According to the website, “Extended” submental lipo is usually $3500, whereas I paid $3,750. There is a $75 consultation fee, which will go towards the surgery cost if you decide to book, and you can also send photos for free and Dr. can usually tell if you are a candidate or not from that (wasn’t the case for me unfortunately). There is also a $500 booking deposit that also goes towards the procedure. He books months out, but you can be put on a list so that if someone cancels, they will call you and potentially you can have your surgery sooner. That happened to me, I was scheduled for May, got a call and got in April 6th.
Dr. Friedman was honest and very thorough, because of my age my skin laxity wasn’t the best. In fact, I was barely above if not at the line of acceptability he has for skin laxity. He also told
Me that due to my previous surgery, as well as Kybella, there would be scar tissue, which acts like little roadblocks as he is suctioning, otherwise it’s like a “hot knife through butter” on patients with no previous lipo history.
Another thing to consider was that Dr. Friedman only does regular, old school lipo, no heating element/tightening. His reason being, to keep up with the latest technology is expensive and ever changing. He knows what he is doing with this machine and he’s sticking with it, basically.
I went ahead with the surgery due to the overwhelming positive reviews, the fact that he does “awake” lipo, and tons of before-after photos with many patients necks that looked similar to mine with amazing after results. Mine of course was “extended” submental lipo, which made it a bit more money, and I also think I was charged a little more due to it being almost a revision since my previous lipo results had diminished. According to the website, “Extended” submental lipo is usually $3500, whereas I paid $3,750. There is a $75 consultation fee, which will go towards the surgery cost if you decide to book, and you can also send photos for free and Dr. can usually tell if you are a candidate or not from that (wasn’t the case for me unfortunately). There is also a $500 booking deposit that also goes towards the procedure. He books months out, but you can be put on a list so that if someone cancels, they will call you and potentially you can have your surgery sooner. That happened to me, I was scheduled for May, got a call and got in April 6th.
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2 days post
Day of procedure.
TorrentasaurusApril 9, 2023
Dr. Friedman will meet with you again and answer any questions. Sign a bunch of paperwork about risks and such, as well as a very detailed after care plan. You can still back out of the procedure if you want, he makes that very clear. He is also very adamant about how it’s a two person job, he does his job of the liposuction, you stick to the aftercare plan and together it makes a beautiful result!
Then you will pay any remaining balance. He will take “before” photos of you, then meticulously draw the area he will be working within, more “before photos”. Change into paper gown. Staff was great at keeping you comfortable. I had to wear a paper shirt which they taped down across my clavicle, your neck gets wiped down with that iodine stuff, and blue paper/cloth will be put over your eyes nose and mouth (don’t worry, it’s very breathable)as well as outlining your chin/neck area.
Dr. Friedman then injects a numbing agent, then it’s intermission till that kicks in. He makes an incision (didn’t even feel it) and starts putting in the tumescent fluid, then goes to work suctioning fat and fluid out. After that, he kind of pushes/massages any remaining fluid out of your neck/chin area, stitches you up, steri-strip on incision and you’re done! Nothing hurt, just uncomfortable. Reminded me of the dentist. My butt cheeks were clenched anticipating pain but it never really does haha! Worst part was the sound of the scraping? Ick. Dr. And the nurses have interesting conversations to keep you entertained all the while.
Then they put that awful pad and head wrap on you and send you on your way with a copy of your paperwork, after care instructions and a barf bag (I guess some people get nauseous afterward..I had no problems) My appointment was at 3, I was out of office at about 5:45. They called in a prescription for Tramadol which we picked up on the way home.
Kimmy the nurse calls you the next day to check on you.
Then you will pay any remaining balance. He will take “before” photos of you, then meticulously draw the area he will be working within, more “before photos”. Change into paper gown. Staff was great at keeping you comfortable. I had to wear a paper shirt which they taped down across my clavicle, your neck gets wiped down with that iodine stuff, and blue paper/cloth will be put over your eyes nose and mouth (don’t worry, it’s very breathable)as well as outlining your chin/neck area.
Dr. Friedman then injects a numbing agent, then it’s intermission till that kicks in. He makes an incision (didn’t even feel it) and starts putting in the tumescent fluid, then goes to work suctioning fat and fluid out. After that, he kind of pushes/massages any remaining fluid out of your neck/chin area, stitches you up, steri-strip on incision and you’re done! Nothing hurt, just uncomfortable. Reminded me of the dentist. My butt cheeks were clenched anticipating pain but it never really does haha! Worst part was the sound of the scraping? Ick. Dr. And the nurses have interesting conversations to keep you entertained all the while.
Then they put that awful pad and head wrap on you and send you on your way with a copy of your paperwork, after care instructions and a barf bag (I guess some people get nauseous afterward..I had no problems) My appointment was at 3, I was out of office at about 5:45. They called in a prescription for Tramadol which we picked up on the way home.
Kimmy the nurse calls you the next day to check on you.
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UPDATED FROM Torrentasaurus
2 days post
Head wrap sucks.
TorrentasaurusApril 9, 2023
I had read previous reviews so I knew the head wrap and sleeping elevated wasn’t going to be any fun. Luckily we have an adjustable bed frame so that helped. I also took other advice from reviews and am taking Arnica, to hopefully help with brushing and swelling, as well as using one of those airplane travel pillows to sleep with wrapped around my neck it really helps! Trying to drink a lot of water, I think that will help too.
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