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58 Year Old Tired of Looking at a 58 Year Old Neck and Jowls. Columbus, OH
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I had a quick lift and facial fat transfer...
dawn_hensleeJuly 6, 2015
WORTH IT$8,700
I had a quick lift and facial fat transfer performed by Dr. Fernando Colon on July 2, 2015. I had been thinking about this for 2 years. I was always told I looked younger than my age.....stopped hearing that....and started watching my jowls melt into my neck. I opted for the quick lift since the downtime was less than one would see with a full facelift. Dr. Colon suggested some of the fat he was going to lipo from my neck and jowls could be transferred to my cheeks to give them a more youthful volume and fill in my marionette lines....why not right?
From the beginning until this point Dr. Colon and his staff have been exceptional. Always available, informative, and reassuring. The procedure itself was easy enough. I could feel the tugging and hear the snipping, but it was in no way painful. I have read some people describe the post-op pain as "discomfort". I would say mine was beyond discomfort. Certainly manageable with the pain medication I was prescribed, but more than just "discomfort". I have followed the post-op instructions to the letter and the chin strap has become my new best friend (ugh).
The day after the surgery I returned to the Skin Center and had my drains removed. I was advised I may continue to swell until Tuesday July 7th....I remember thinking "so I am going to go from a basketball to a watermelon"? Yikes! Fortunately, I think my swelling started to decrease day 3.....not that I don't still have a ways to go :)
I wanted to post some pictures for others to have some idea of what to expect (as I mentioned this journey can be very individualized). I will continue to post as the swelling decreases and the end result can be seen. Thus far I have not regretted my decision.
From the beginning until this point Dr. Colon and his staff have been exceptional. Always available, informative, and reassuring. The procedure itself was easy enough. I could feel the tugging and hear the snipping, but it was in no way painful. I have read some people describe the post-op pain as "discomfort". I would say mine was beyond discomfort. Certainly manageable with the pain medication I was prescribed, but more than just "discomfort". I have followed the post-op instructions to the letter and the chin strap has become my new best friend (ugh).
The day after the surgery I returned to the Skin Center and had my drains removed. I was advised I may continue to swell until Tuesday July 7th....I remember thinking "so I am going to go from a basketball to a watermelon"? Yikes! Fortunately, I think my swelling started to decrease day 3.....not that I don't still have a ways to go :)
I wanted to post some pictures for others to have some idea of what to expect (as I mentioned this journey can be very individualized). I will continue to post as the swelling decreases and the end result can be seen. Thus far I have not regretted my decision.
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July 19, 2015
Thank you, this is very helpful to those of us who have been contemplating this procedure. Could we get an average $ for your procedure?
November 16, 2015
You mentioned "both" procedures , is a quick lift a two procedure surgery ?
November 20, 2015
I also had liposuction under my chin...that fat was injected into my cheeks and marionette lines...typically the quick lift alone is about 6900.00 here in Columbus.
November 22, 2015
Dawn, how long does the fat transfers last? I know the facial fillers are 3 to 6 months. I saw on the show, Botched the doctors complained some of the ladies who received a liquid face lift sort of looked like their faces collapsed a little after 6 months
November 22, 2015
I was hoping the fat transfers would last much longer vs temporary fillers
November 24, 2015
My surgeon told me that 30% of the fat transferred will dissolve in a few months...the remaining 70% will stay in place forever (of course losing some with the natural aging process. Which is why I chose the fat transfer over fillers.
July 31, 2015
looks good
July 31, 2015
Thank you. It is still a work in progress.. But I am very happy I had it done...
August 2, 2015
Keep,us posted!
August 3, 2015
WOW you look amazing, at least 10yrs younger.
UPDATED FROM dawn_henslee
4 days post
Current before and after pictures
dawn_hensleeJuly 6, 2015
This side-by-side photos show better the results so far.
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July 31, 2015
Looks good he also did mine on July 6 so still have tightness n numbness from high cheek bone to my chin and my neck feels like it stretching hope this done last much longer, are you experienceing this also
July 31, 2015
I have more numbness around my cheeks close to my ears. My neck doesn't feel as tight as it once did. .but I do still have some swelling in my neck... Do you like your results? I am very happy with mine.
November 17, 2015
you look beautiful !!!!!!!!!!! that's what I need
UPDATED FROM dawn_henslee
1 month post
3 weeks post-op
dawn_hensleeAugust 2, 2015
A lot of the swelling has decreased
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August 5, 2015
You look amazing!! Good for you. You will be amazed at how this truly can change your life!!
August 5, 2015
Thank you so much... It already has...strange how much younger you feel inside....when your outside matches...shallow? Perhaps... But I definitely feel more confident and energized :)
August 6, 2015
My Mom had a regular face lift when she was in her 70s...she said before she had it, she would walk by mirrors/windows and wonder who the old lady was! Really improved her outlook...
August 5, 2015
You look 15 years younger and yes I'm happy with my results I do it again
August 6, 2015
Thank you....and definitely something I would do again...glad you are satisfied also :)
August 6, 2015
Very, very nice results....
August 15, 2015
You look fabulous!! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks so much for sharing your experience and photos. It will be so helpful for others considering a Quick Lift.