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Artefill/Bellafill to Enhance my Facelift - Fleming Island, FL

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I had a facelift/necklift on August 13th, 2015...

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annpamOctober 11, 2015
WORTH IT$2,800

I had a facelift/necklift on August 13th, 2015 (two months ago), which I am very happy with. However, this only addressed issues with my lower face and neck. To complete the look I am have Artefill injections in my tear troughs, temples and cheeks on Oct 19th. I will also have a more temporary filler used to volumize my upper eyelids.

I had Artefill injected by Dr. Pearson 4 years ago, in my nasalabial folds, and I was very happy with it (still am), but I really don't know what to expect with this revolumization. I would like to look like I did when I was about 2 weeks post facelift and still swollen, but I know that is not realistic (darn it). I also know that the injections are done in more than one session, which is a bit of a hassle for me since Dr. Pearson is out of town, however he has been doing Artefill for many years, so I trust him and think it's worth the drive.

These are photos were taken over the last few days. I am actually the unhappiest with my upper eyelids. I wanted them addressed surgically but Dr. Pearson declined. I think I still don't understand why. I hope they at least look somewhat better after the fillers. I will post a few more pics of my upper face problem areas next weekend before the procedure.

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Makeitup
October 12, 2015
Thanks for sending the link to this review. I am very interested to check out the Artefill, I don't know much about it. Good luck!
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annpam
October 12, 2015
Thanks! I realized I don't sound like it, but I'm actually pretty excited about it.
Makeitup
October 13, 2015
I would be too!
Aus50
October 12, 2015
A note about your eyelids: If you don't understand why your surgeon said no I'd be investigating that to understand the issues and then taking that information (and your eyelids :)) to at least two more surgeons for their opinions.

I wouldn't shop around until someone says 'yes' (you can always find someone who will say 'yes' despite it being a bad idea), but I think if one says 'nope because reasons', it's just his opinion. If others concur, then I'd trust that there is a valid surgical issue there.

One PS I saw said I had retracted eyelids and referred me to a specialist to get that fixed before he would do a brow lift because he said I'd have 'crazy eyes' (where too much white shows). I asked two other surgeons (including the one I went with) about it and they disagreed and they were right: I didn't have that problem.

Probably that's not actually helpful now that you have scheduled the Artefill :/.

I'm looking forward to seeing the results, wishing you the best of luck with it (nice thing is that you don't have to wait months to see the results) :).
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annpam
October 12, 2015
Thanks for the wisdom! :) Yeah, I will be getting temp filler in my upper eyelids so if I don't feel content with the filler solution then I can explore other options next year.
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annpam
October 12, 2015
As an aside my same PS did my lower lids four years ago... so yeah .. I'm confused...
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RealSelfChris
October 12, 2015

I'm so excited for you, thank you for sharing!

How many sessions will you have to complete the procedure?

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annpam
October 12, 2015
Probably two, but I won't really know until I see how it looks. :)
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stillmebutbetter
October 12, 2015
You look absolutely stunning Ann! I wish I had the courage to do more surgery, but alas, I don't get to do my face because I spent all my money, LOL!! Your skin is so youthful looking, you have taken off so many years, I am envious! I can't wait to see what the next chapter holds!
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annpam
October 13, 2015
Thank you
lightbulb
October 12, 2015
after looking at facelift photos - wow your ears were big for a while - swelling I quess I was wondering if they would do a filler as well - glad you opted for it as it does make a difference for you - looks good
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annpam
October 13, 2015
LOL on the ears.. Thanks!
UPDATED FROM annpam
1 day pre

Pre-Filler Photos

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annpamOctober 17, 2015
Ugh these photos just make me feel discouraged... Trying to be optimistic that the fillers will help in a quantity that I can afford.

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Makeitup
October 17, 2015
Good luck Ann!

Where are they going to out the filler for your eye lids?
I got some restalyne silk in my lips,it won't last, but it looks good!
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annpam
October 17, 2015
You know.. That's a very good question ..
Makeitup
October 17, 2015
I wonder if you could be corrected for ptosis and that would make more symmetry.mi don't see why they can't do a upper bleph.
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annpam
October 17, 2015
I don't either... If I can talk my husband into another surgery I may get other opinions next year. It's a shame because I really like my surgeon and I don't want to have to find another that I trust. There not a lot of choices in this area and everyday of vacation time I use for surgery, consultations or whatever is less time off I have to visit my daughter and grandson.
Makeitup
October 17, 2015
You should get a couple other opinions though. And I agree, time is short, that why I did this, I did not want to spend any more energy fussing about how I looked!
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annpam
October 17, 2015
I would very much like to get to a 'I look good enough' place and move on :)
Makeitup
October 17, 2015
I hear you!
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annpam
October 17, 2015
:)
rdinca
October 18, 2015
Would you travel out of town? My best friend had an occuplast I think outstanding that did her eyes in Philadelphia area. Dr Wulc , he's very nice to boot. I talked at length to him when she was in recovery. Very humble for his resume. Nice to see.
rdinca
October 18, 2015
(I suggest him also as you mentioned you'd like the occuplast as correcting more than just cosmetic) he is a teacher and a doctors doctor. That's how I stumbled on him for her. She has several medical problems of the eyes.
gconn123
August 27, 2016
I had Voluma from the same Dr almost 3 weeks ago. It's hard and uneven
Keely53
October 17, 2015
Have you consulted with an oculoplastic surgeon, one that is an ASOPRS member, about your eyes?
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annpam
October 18, 2015
I have not yet. How do I find one like that, if I go down that road?
Aus50
October 18, 2015
I really hope that the fillers get you the result you want. Keeping my fingers crossed, and good luck :).
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annpam
October 18, 2015
Thank you
UPDATED FROM annpam
1 day pre

And a total photo fail..

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annpamOctober 17, 2015
Trying again..

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annpam
October 17, 2015
I got an error when I uploaded the photos the first time so I thought they did not post...
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stillmebutbetter
October 18, 2015
Ann you look a decade younger than me -- seriously, your skin looks amazing and your face lift was awesome. I can't speak to the fillers just yet for you....those should produce instantaneous results, right?
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annpam
October 21, 2015
glamourgirl2b
October 19, 2015
Best of luck to you, girlfriend!
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