POSTED UNDER Neck Lift Reviews
Lower SMAS Facelift and Neck Lift - London, GB
UPDATED FROM katwin41
1 month post
It is now 6 weeks post op.
The swelling has gone down now and my cheeks have softened. My face now looks thinner without the swelling in the cheek area and my cheekbones look sharper. I now have more feeling in my face and my ears. There is a little mottling on my left cheek and a small dent too which I believe will disappear in the next few weeks with a little massage. I am unhappy that my neck still has some sagging skin directly under the chin which is not going to get any better. My PS says it is because of my age and the thinness of my neck skin. However, the lower bulge of my turkey neck has gone now though. I just hope my jawline remains as it is.
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I
February 28, 2015
6 weeks how time flies doesn't it? It seems like the other day that you started your journey. Your photos are great and you have a beautiful jawline no wonder why you are thrilled. The little bulge under your chin I've noticed in quite a few "after" photos so it seems that this is not unusual. But if that is the most worrisome part of the FL it isn't much is it? I haven't had surgery yet (very, very soon) and asked my PS about the jowls and under chin area and what (realistically) can I expect at my age with the skin and canvas he has to work with. I was told he feels he will be able to fix most of that. I am happy with that answer. So much does depend on age and skin. I am well into my 60's an do not expect miracles but will be happy with whatever improvements came be made. Lets face it anything is better than what "we" started with. Have a fantastic weekend loving your new face.
K
February 28, 2015
Thank you for your comments and support. I am sure you will be also be pleased with the results achieved from your own FL. A nice sharp jawline does make such a difference in defeating the aging process.
F
April 9, 2015
Hi
Hope you are fullynr covered and very happy with your operation. I too have had same operation. And am two weeks in with Mr Grover. Just an enquiry, I returned to M Grover on Wednesday 8th to have stitches /clips removed etc. but he did not take any after photos. He asked that I return mid June. Did you have photos taken on your 14 day visit? Does he wait quote a time to take after photos of you to compare.
P
April 14, 2015
I also had the same and no photos taken. I figure he will take some at the 3 month check up. How are you doing? I'm really pleased and think Mr Grover has done a great job. I only have 2 worries. My ear lobes still have a crease in them and under my chin is still a bit puffy. I'm hoping everything just needs time.
F
April 16, 2015
My op was on 24 so I am still recovering. I had no expectations but as it is early days yet, the jury is still out on how I feel about the operation. My face was very swollen after op. And in fact it is only in last few days that it is going down. I am worried that I will end up with wrinkles I never had before the operation! Also had side effects, blurred visions/double vision which was scary, and if this does not remedy itself by four weeks, I will,have to go for eye test. Some days I look in the mirror and see good result, for example my chin line is very good, albeit like you, it is still swollen. On other days I have regret that I had the op at all considering the result today. But I think maybe one should give such ops more time to settle. I am hoping by mid June when I return to PS I will be happier with his work and feel more positive about the whole thing. My ear lobes seem ok, but as I don't ever have my hair up for me that would not be an issue. Regarding your chin, I would definitely contact Jacqui or Mr Grover to see if that is normal at this stage. He would probably just say it is our age. I am 64 and he says that after 60 we have to be realistic, but I don't agree with that statement.
MC
July 9, 2015
I want this surgery also but I am very concerned about that skin under your chin.I didn't know this could happen!! And i will have t ask my future surgeon about this. I know I do Not want lipo under there cause I'm rather thinyself and don't need it. So thanks for your input and journey!!
UPDATED FROM katwin41
19 days post
Day 19 post op! I am thrilled with my new face!
I had my stitches out Day 14 post op, and quite a relief to wash and brush my hair without catching the clips and stitches. My PS gave me my pre-surgery photos and how awful I looked with jowls and sagging turkey neck. He then took fresh photos at 14 days post op with my face at the same angles, and showed me the camera images. The difference is unbelievable and I was absolutely delighted with the transformation, and the brilliant surgery Mr Grover has performed on my face, especially from the profile view, which I cannot see for myself. You will notice there is no incision in front of the ear, which means no tell-tale scar - how wonderful is that!! I have been far too impatient with the swelling. Even the slight swelling under my chin has improved and will keep on improving. My husband has also remarked on how well my face now looks - praise indeed!!
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I
February 3, 2015
That is wonderful news and your profile is beautiful at 14 days post-op. I'm sure that it will continue to improve over the next few months. Good luck to you
P
February 3, 2015
I think you're looking amazing - a remarkable difference from the before pictures. Thank you for letting us know your ups and downs and what to expect. Enjoy!
K
February 4, 2015
I hope to show my surgeon's photos at some time when I next see him. Thank you ladies for your good wishes!
L
C
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You are looking great. How has it settled in the last 12 months?