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36 Yr Old Female Chin Implant with Lipo - Cincinnati, OH

UPDATED FROM shaunap

Two weeks out!!

shaunap
$5,600
Hi everyone! I had a follow up a few days ago and my dr was very pleased with my progress. He wants me to keep wearing my strap while I'm at home and when I sleep. Still have swelling, more still on left than right. Still have a numb chin and bottom lip and can't smile normally yet. But I was fully expecting this and am staying positive. I'm happy so far just want this pesky swelling to go away!!! Patience and positivity is key.

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February 9, 2015
Thnx for sharing these pictures. You look great! I can still see the swelling, but I think that's very normal at this point. I have to say that I was a little bit shocked when I saw you're pictures from the day after, but now you are looking so good! Are you still sleeping on you're back? I hope the feeling in you're chin and bottom lip wil return soon (that's my biggest fear of all for my operation next week...)
February 9, 2015
Thanks Novah! I'm confident that the feeling will come back. My surgeon was not concerned just yet at the follow up last week. I go back again in two weeks. My pics from the day after are pretty brutal, I agree! I look like I got in a fight....and lost!! Lol. I am still sleeping propped up with a few pillows and wear my strap with conviction! Haha! I wish you great luck and a super speedy recovery with yours!!!!!
February 9, 2015
You are looking good! So I got mine done last Wed, I'm 5 days post op now. Same thing as you medium chin implant and lipo under chin and neck. I am still sore a swollen but not as bad as I expected. I was wondering if you had a hard time eating? I can only get my mouth maybe half way open and then have to kind of chew with the front teeth slowly. Also I am very numb under my chin straight back to my throat are you still numb under there two weeks out? Thanks!
February 9, 2015
Hey Fingirl! Yay! I'm excited for you! I had a hard time eating for sure. I basically licked mashed potatoes off a spoon for a few days and sipped broth. My chin and bottom lip are still numb, getting better, but numb nonetheless. My neck is still very tender. That neck lipo is no joke! But I have no regrets!
February 10, 2015
You look terrific!!! I'm following you on this because I'm planning on getting this done soon too. I completely relate to your reasons for doing this. People always tell me I'm beautiful and never see what I see. My profile is terrible, but from the front I agree with them and I look fine. Keep posting here I love seeing your progress!
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April 20, 2015
You look great! Hang in there, I had lipo on my neck and it took for ever for the swelling to go down, I thought the doctor missed a socket of fat but it was swelling. I'm very please with my end results! Best money I ever spent!
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August 7, 2016
Where did you get neck Lipo? :)
December 15, 2015
any updates you would want to share now that it has been some time?
UPDATED FROM shaunap

It's been a week!

shaunap
Well I made it to the 7 day mark! It hasn't been all too bad. I had days that were worse than others.
I still have swelling and numbness in the middle of my bottom lip down to bottom of chin. I'm experiencing all the tingles and odd sensations in both so that's a good sign! I can't smile normally yet but I'm confident I will be fine in due time. My post op appt is in two days so I hope I get a positive progress report! I am going to bring up the swelling really just for peace of mind. I feel like I still have jowls, especially on the left. All my friends and family are convinced it's just swelling but I want to hear what the doc has to say. I will update again soon!

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February 3, 2015
Thank you so much for sharing! I go in tomorrow morning for the exact same thing - chin implant and lipo. I am so nervous about the recovery, the bruising and swelling. I think you look amazing in just seven days! It gives me some peace knowing most of the bruising should be gone in about a week. I look forward to another one of your updates.
February 3, 2015
Thank you Fingirl! Best of luck to you and please let me know your experiences! You'll do great! I have no regrets!!!! :)
February 4, 2015
You look GREAT!! A really nice difference but not too much. People might not even see that you've done anything but just have better camera angles! :) I see what you mean about the jowling on one side, I know there is such thing as a pre-jowl implant but I am sure that your doctor knows what's necessary or not, and it's probably swelling still. Looking forward to your updates, but so far so great!
February 5, 2015
Thank you!! I go today for my follow up! I'll post an update!
February 4, 2015
IT IS JUST SWELLING. YOU LOOK GREAT! i did mine and dont look good i'm freaking out.. it feels like i didn't even do anything.. im hoping it's because i got buccal fat removing too and im very swollen that s why i feel much uglier :((( cheer up. looking like this after 1 week only is amazing.
February 5, 2015
I know the feeling of thinking and looking like nothing was done. It's torture. The swelling can be so frustrating. Today my neck feels like wood, it's hard and weird feeling. I go today for a follow up. Stay positive Gabbygroup. Let time do it's thing. I bet you'll feel much better about things in the days coming. Let's keep updating each other!
February 8, 2015
I see you're in Cincinnati...what Doctor did you go to? Im wanting a chin implant...im in Fairfield. Ive had a consult with 1 doctor about it.
February 9, 2015
I went to Dr Hummel. He has 25yrs experience. So far I am happy!!!
February 9, 2015
Is he in Cincinnati? Ive never heard of him. So happy for you! I cant wait to get mine!
February 9, 2015
He is, he with The Plastic Surgery Group of Cincinnati. They have 3 offices. He has impressive credentials. Free consultations. Look on their website : The Plastic Surgery Group in Cincinnati, Ohio and Northern ... theplasticsurgerygroup.com
February 9, 2015
Thank you! Ive had a consult with Dr. Donath. I tried to with Dr. Mandell/Brown but their office was hard to get ahold of. Other than that it doesnt seem like there are many facial plastic surgeons around. Im really scared it will look too big bit i want it so bad! Dr. Donath recommended me getting a 3 mm or cm...cant remember...but i think thats not too big.
February 9, 2015
I saw dr donath! I liked him but I liked dr Hummel's pics that they generated better than dr donath! I actually had a const with mandell brown but they canceled on me!
February 9, 2015
Did dr donath do the computerized pics for you?
February 9, 2015
Yes he did. I looked on dr. Hummels website but couldnt find any pics. I always like to see the pics!
February 9, 2015
Like I said I liked dr donath and I'd say you'll be in good hands. But I'm happy I went with hummel. He's honest, conservative and experienced. No regrets!
February 9, 2015
Im so glad for you...i bet you were thrilled to have it done. Ive been wanting it for sooooo long...im supposed to be abke to get it within the next couple of months. I may call your doctor n get a consult cuz you seem very happy. Sooooo excited! And thank you for your replies!
February 9, 2015
No problem!! I wish you the very best!! I planned this for 7 months and worried the entire time. But I'm proud of myself for going through with it! Go for it!
February 9, 2015
I just booked a consult with dr. Hummel so hope all goes well!
February 9, 2015
Thank you! I kept on & kept on telling my fiance how much this would benefit me & he finally said he would get it for me so i just cant wait now. The only concern i have is it being too big...oh and shifting but ive done lots of reserarch so im definitely doing it!
February 9, 2015
Woo hoo!!!
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February 8, 2015
You look great!!
February 9, 2015
Thank you Southern Charm!!
UPDATED FROM shaunap

3rd day post op

shaunap
Well my swelling is at an all time high. My cheeks are so puffy as well as my bottom lip (which is numb in the middle). The pain is bad today and yesterday and I must admit, I'm a tad discouraged. I've had to take the strap off for a few minutes at a time for some relief but I get scared and put it right back on. I was told yesterday and today would be bad swelling days and that wasn't a lie. Last 24 hours have been rough. I hope it starts easing up soon.

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January 31, 2015
Oh no, yeah that sounds really painful. Did they mention anything about possible numbness? I am sure you are heading through the worst part of recovery, so enjoy those pain meds! Hopefully the pain will start to subside this weekend, don't lose hope this is just a small but painful part of the journey. Thanks for keeping us updated :-)