Confiused? Too Much Swollen And Bruises! Tt is Not As Easy Like It Looks in Their Adds And Brochures - Fort Lauderdale, FL

You said "didn't have to pay". Meaning?? You are advertising on TV perhaps?

Hi 9136, cannot speak for vick77 but my understanding is that some of the doc's work with you if you are not happy with the outcome and to revision work at no cost....that could be what she means by "didn't have to pay".

Vick77, I am curious too, what did you not like in the jaw area...was this after the lift....I posed a question about this as I am reading that some people didn't see improvement in the jowls...my number one reason I did this....right now it looks good but I am still somewhat swollen at 10 days and just hope it will look nice when all the swelling is down. Any insight is greatly appreciated.

I was afraid of looking too pulled so I asked the dr. not too pull tight. When I didn't like my jowls the dr. suggested smart lipo. It took like 5 min. and it was easier than a dentist visit. That he did not charge for. I have a round face and for some reason I always had alot of fat. It has been almost 4 years and I still like the way I look. And no I am not on tv!!!

Vick77, ahhh, thank you for the explanation. I am more exited every day now..day 11 for me as I see steady improvements and everything is happening the way I was told. Still some areas I am not happy with but it's all due to swelling still so I tell myself be patient it's coming along. The most amazing is the way the sutures are healing...wow...some of the lumpy once are smoothing out and some you can no longer see at all....I am blown away. Of course following the aftercare instructions is of utmost importance I think....hot and cold compresses with all the massages....etc...Anyway, I am feeling better each day....!!!!! I would also like to thank all on this forum for their comments...it really does help to hear from others that have gone through this...in fact its priceless...so thank you ALL!

I also had some lumpy places under the skin afterward - it took a few months for them to completely go away - I think they might have been internal stitches. Anyway, I just massaged them everyday with face cream and used mederma (ointment for scars) on the incision lines - they continue to fade and the ones in front of the ears are not visible at all anymore. Behind the ears still show if you know where to look but my hair covers them anyway. Best wishes for continued healing and progress!

nmjinx, thank you. By the way you look great. May I ask, how long ago did you get your work done and recent is the picture we are seeing....One of my concerns remains that some people say that the lift does not last so I am interested to find out from clients how long ago and looking for long term results. Not that it matters all that much I guess....not like I can take it back:)...thanks again.

Hi - I had my procedure done Dec 5, 2012, so it has only been about five months. I also heard the lift doesn't last, but when I researched this I think it is the string lift that doesn't last. I believe the LSL will last about 10 years - but of course it doesn't just go WHUUMP at the 10 year mark - gravity starts to pull you down again immediately, but it is a gradual process. You will always, always, look younger after LSL than you would have looked without it, even after 10 years. I am now using a face creams ( I never did before) and sunscreen every day to try to maintain my appearance for as long as possible. In Albuquerque the doctor offers additional procedures that you can do every year that are non-invasive (using some kind of deep UV light machine, deep heat to tighten the neck, special facials etc.) but so far I haven't done any of that - gotta pay off the LSL first!

PS - how are you feeling now that it has been almost a month? Has the swelling, bruising and pain subsided? The tight feeling will gradually go away, too, and if you have numbness on the sides of your face that will gradually start to feel normal also.

Nmjinx, thank you again for your great comment. Actually it is 13 days today and I am on an airplane to LA as I write this. I look pretty good with full make up on. The jowls are gone and most of the swelling is gone too. Still some tightness on the sides and around the eyes where the incisions are healing. Yesterday someone told me oh lifestyle lift they just pull a string.... I was like what?.... The Dr told me 10 yrs as you mention and they said 'we are not stoping the again process' .... But I agree we set the clock back 10 yrs so I am cool with that. What is the string lift anyway, never heard of it? Thanks again.

I looked up the string lift on the internet - I think it is not that common anymore because there were so many problems and it doesn't last. A lot of people think that is what a LSL is - but the string lift is nothing like LSL. I had consultations with four or five doctors before I chose LSL - one of them told me the LSL would only last a year - so even that doctor had it confused. I think the string lift involves putting a thin wire with hooks into the skin to pull it up and back. The tightness will gradually go away - you will feel more normal as it does. I'm glad you are happy with the way you look after only two weeks - and wearing make-up already! Yay!

You sound like an amazing lady! Blessings continue for you!

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Thanks. Well on make up front, kinda have to as otherwise I would scare people. I prefer not to wear it though, it feels cleaner and not so tight without.

yeah - I know what you mean about makeup - I hardly ever wear it. After my procedure the nurses suggested I use the mineral powder makeup because it is easier on your skin, so that is what I used at first. Right now I only wear makeup for special events - not everyday, but then I am retired and spend my days doing yardwork, housework, walking the dog etc.!

thank you! blessings to you too!

I had the face and neck with laser done, has any one else had hard lumps on the jaw line, it has been 8 days for me and I am concernedit may be permanent, iI no longer look like me?

My pic is on facebook. I do not know how to post it here. Will try tomorrow.