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Facelift Nightmare......can't Believe It Happened - Dallas, TX

UPDATED FROM Leisa1
3 years post

Face is continuing to deteriorate and fall after large amount of fat was removed in 2012

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Leisa1
$7,600
Please refer to previous post. These are pics from today.

Leisa1's provider

Warren J. Katz, MD (retired)

Warren J. Katz, MD (retired)

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (5)

M
March 5, 2016
I'm so sorry that happened to you. I had a facelift in 2014 and the results were that there were absolutely no changes in my appearance. He said I could have a touch up but I didn't want to have him do anything to my face. He had lied and didn't do a neck lift as he said he would do. You are a beautiful woman and I can understand why you are unhappy. I too would be extremely upset. I'm looking for a plastic surgeon for a revision. One that is trustworthy and follows through with what he says he would do. You may need to find a new surgeon for a renew as well.
I
March 5, 2016
i know you live in Dallas but I used a surgeon that did a revisional fl on me that I have come to trust. Dr. Andrew Lyos. Houston, Tx. You can private mess. If you like.
L
March 5, 2016
I sent him pics yesterday, but haven't heard back from him. Was your facelift as bas as mine?
M
March 9, 2016
Did he do your face lift and everything look good at first? I'm planning on having rhinoplasty with him, and haven't heard anything bad about rhinoplasty.? After reading your story I'm kind of wanting to back out...
L
March 9, 2016
Yes, it did look good at first.mthen started bulging after 15 months. Then he was only suppose to tighten up the bulge, but he decided on his own to remove fat from the sides and above my jawline, which has caused my face to deteriorate. It has been a total nightmare.
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O
February 12, 2017
Omg! Terrible! I know someone that can do a great revision if you're looking to do one. Good luck
T
May 31, 2017
I understand your ordeal. I have been through so much as you've seen. My heart goes out to you. I had a facelift revision a few weeks ago. So far it seems good. However, I'm still healing so time will tell. I am still dealing with the botched upper and lower blepharoplasty.
My recommendation for you would be to find a very experienced facial only plastic surgeon. My recent facelift was performed by Dr. Mark Glasgold, Highland Park, NJ. He does have a good reputation. He does deep plane facelifts which are suppose to be better for revisions.
I'll be checking back to see how your doing. All the best.
UPDATED FROM Leisa1
3 years post

Face is getting rapidly worse

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Leisa1
Losing shape and volume rapidly 2 years after PS removed large amount of fat from face.

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M
March 2, 2016
You really do need to see a different, more qualified surgeon. Your results are very disturbing. You are a very pretty woman!
L
March 3, 2016
I am having a revision this month. I am very nervous, but it's something I need to do for myself, because my face just continues to deteriorate due to the excessive defatting Katz did.
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SB
March 3, 2016
Who are you using for your revision
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S
March 3, 2016
I pray everything goes well for you with more satisfactory results from your revision. You are a beautiful woman and it just breaks my heart that this happened to you...and after you told him NOT to take the fat out!! I'll be rooting for you and also following along to see your new results.
L
March 3, 2016
Thank You
L
March 3, 2016
Sissy, I have surgery scheduled with Simeon Wall Sr. In Shreveport, Louisiana. March 17th.
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N
March 2, 2016
you should make his name public , so we all would stay away from his practice
G
March 3, 2016
There are other sites to post your reviews- I would recommend doing so.
W
March 3, 2016
Please rate this doctor and warn others. He has a 5 star rating on Real Self but your results are anything but 5 stars. I hope you find a qualified doctor to do a revision.
L
March 3, 2016
I rated him a 1 but I have no idea what happened to my review!
G
March 3, 2016
REAL SELF moderators please explain why her negative review is missing? This makes me question the integrity of this site!!
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A
March 3, 2016

Hey there ladies, I just investigated this and I think I see what happened. Leisa1, I have sent you a personal message so please check your inbox.

L
March 4, 2016
Thank you Angie for investigating and making it so his name is rated.
I
March 3, 2016
Can you get a fat transfer or dermal fillers done?
L
March 3, 2016
I am getting fat transfer done, but as each day passes, my face is deteriorating.
I
March 4, 2016
Wishing you all the best with the revision/fat transfer.
Its really horrific when doctors breach their patients trust and just do whatever they want!
L
March 4, 2016
Yes, Ivana.....this has definitely affected my quality of life and has put an immense amout of stress on me!
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C
March 3, 2016
I am so sorry you've had this experience. I have seen several other ladies on Real Self who've also had buccal fat extractions that went poorly. One who subsequently had a revision was really pleased with the results. I'll be praying that your outcome is wonderful - you deserve it after all you've been through. And judging by your photos, you are already lovely!
UPDATED FROM Leisa1
3 years post

Dr warren Katz ruined my Face

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Leisa1
Katz took large amount of subcutaneous fat out of my face and now my skin is very loose and sagging!

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W
January 16, 2016
I can't believe this doctor thinks he did a good job. Please rate him so that others will be able to find your review.
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C
January 17, 2016
I am so confused as to why that large bump appeared on your face so long after the procedure. That is scary. What is even scarier is the "sculpted look" he gave you. You are still beautiful and I hope you are able to find a competent PS to fix this.
V
February 4, 2016
I see the small dent but that should be easliy fixed with a fat graft. Also the removal of the fat from the lower face might look good with a revisionary facelift. Dr. Stuzin in Florida does revision facelifts. There are other I could recommend if you are interested. I agree with the other poster you are still beautiful! Hugs.