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Facelift / Necklift to Address Previous Surgery

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Facelift / Necklift to Address Previous Surgery

Debcham2
WORTH IT$20,960
I initially had a facelift and necklift done in 2015 by a different surgeon and I was left experiencing tight pulling sensations 4 years on from surgery. I met with Dominic Bray in London and we discussed what this could be causing this and so I decided to go ahead and have one of his facelift /necklift with also at the same time investigating what was wrong. I had provided results of an MRI which indicated that there was indeed something to find. I went ahead and had surgery at his Tunbridge Wells Clinic (which is Beautiful and more like a top class hotel). Surgery went well and I stayed the night at the clinic being monitored by a nurse and lots of ice packs . I had my hair washed in the morning then saw Dominic to be checked over and then went back to the house I rented in tunbridge wells . I had decided to stay in the area for a week until my next appointment for stitches removal . It was discovered that there was scar tissue causing my problems which had stuck to tissue and this was all released and re draped into a better position. My previous scaring on the outside I hadn’t thought was too bad , but my new scar lines are actually invisible and much better . I also had a messy area under the chin in the throat area , I had a dent and hanging skin. This is now all smooth from my new surgery. My earlobes are now back to normal as I had the pixie ears from my first facelift. My symptoms of tightness and pulling are much improved, not gone away but A lot better . I would highly recommend Dominic and his staff if you are considering any facial surgery. My only regret is not using him in the first place . He is not the cheapest surgeon but my previous surgery was less expensive but look where that got me. I had already had a revision surgery with my first surgeon and then he retired and didn’t want to know . I would definitely use Dominic Bray again if I needed anything in the future . The staff and care are excellent. The picture is me about a month after surgery , I was 51 years old at the time.

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Replies (78)

January 26, 2020
Hi, Can you tell me a little about the tightness and pulling you were experiencing? I am 6 1/2 months out from a lower face and necklift. I have extreme tightness under my hairline where the Staples were. I cannot wear my hair down without this very uncomfortable feeling. Oddly, I can wear hair in ponytail and it is fine. My doctor said this is normal and will go away, but I am growing more and more doubtful. Thank you.
January 26, 2020
Hi , the tightness I experienced was around my neck not in the hairline. 6 months is still very early and hopefully your symptoms will settle down . I did have staples In my initial surgery but with this one I didn’t have any staples in my hairline I had stitches . I’m no expert but keep in touch with your surgeon And hopefully things will improve for you x
October 6, 2020
Hi you need more healing time it is not unusual to have this tightness. I had mine for 9 months. I got used to it because my neck was perfect and you want to have a beautiful firm neck. Good luck
January 26, 2020
Hi,i like your cheeks,round and high.Can you put a before foto? Why is the contour of the upper lip distorted?
January 26, 2020
Hi thank you for your comment, I haven’t had anything done to my lips , I’m over 50 and not perfect , but quite happy x
January 29, 2020
May I ask you about the MRI scan you had and what showed up on it?
Very pleased for you that you have had a good result in the end.
February 1, 2020
You look great! Also your lips. I don't understand the previous comment. I am same age than you and I really would like to go ahead with FL, but must say that I am pretty scared.
February 5, 2020
Maybe i am wrong,the foto could be fotoshopped in wich case some filters are altering lips contour.Of course I ask apologise if i am wrong.
February 5, 2020
Hi , no photoshopping , I wouldn’t know how to . I think my lips must be a bit pursed lol. I’m going to put up a more recent photo , I’m not too good with technology I’ve tried already but it doesn’t look like it’s uploaded x
February 1, 2020
Hi thank you, I think it’s the way I’m smiling lol. If your in the UK I would highly recommend Dominic Bray. It’s a very personal decision only one you can make xx