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DOING IT! FL, Browlift, Necklift, 45% TCA... !!! :)
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Well, I'm committed to getting a facelift/neck...
vicki44602July 24, 2015
Well, I'm committed to getting a facelift/neck lift and have had one consultation already. Dr. was great, informative and helpful but REALLY want to compare thoughts and experience with at least two more before deciding who gets to restore me! :) Any great Houston doctors out there I MUST reach out to that specializes in facelifts would be welcomed information...
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UPDATED FROM vicki44602
8 days pre
Wow - What Happened, LOL...
vicki44602October 21, 2015
OK, I've been on this site for several months, watching, reading, doing my due-diligence with doctor appointments based on all the wonderful info found on RS......And now, in exactly 9 days, I'll follow through with my facial renovation. Mini lift, endoscopic brow lift, definite neck lift and 45% TCA Full face peel. Yes, like everyone else, I am totally scared, wondering if I really need to do this, until I see a selfie photo like the attached taken with a phone camera and realize WTH~!!! "Is that for real" in addition to "did that just happen"...and to cap it off, last week sitting in my dentist chair, reclining, I craned my head to reply to him and he exclaimed...OMG, is your gland swollen.....which of course it wasn't , it was my neck waddle......I now realize that how I see myself in the mirror each morning, is not how I look in real life....so here I go. I appreciate all of your honestly shared stories - I even reached out privately to a few individuals nearby and some who have utilized my chosen Doctor to get their feedback. I must say they have all been so gracious - one even willing to meet me at Starbucks, share her story and show me her scars - now that is reality!!! In turn, I hope to be able to do the same for others.... Already nauseous thinking about it...just the unknown, but I'm preparing daily. I really have not shared this with many people, only those that I normally see on a daily basis since I work from my home office and don't have to start traveling again for two months...so we will see how that unfolds...till then, keep up the good posts and I'll do the same..
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October 21, 2015
So, who are you going with? Lyos is a good choice, I think. I didn't hear about him until after my FL.
October 21, 2015
Dr. Athre - I did visit Dr. Lyos, and felt he was very competent as well. It's not very easy getting in to see him down in the Med Center. I just seemed to click with Dr. A and enjoyed his staff interaction plus personally connected with one of his patients who lives nearby and has wonderful results.
October 21, 2015
OMG how did you end up with my chin and neck! Good luck. Keep us updated. I will be thinking of you when we have our procedures!
October 21, 2015
OMG! You sound like you had the exact same experience as I did! I made the mistake one morning of taking a selfie of myself without makeup on and not smiling. I was shocked by what I saw! The person in that picture looked NOTHING like the person I see in my mirror each day. I have been obsessed since then with having a face lift. Lots of logistics to work through (scheduling time off work and a dog sitter), but hopefully within the next 6 months I can make this a reality. Not sure I can wait that long...I want it NOW!
October 22, 2015
Yes, you get it!!! I bet the camera on the iphone has created a swell of people looking for facelifts, lol... it's so unforgiving. Start the process, get your head wrapped around it. You may be a candidate for a mini lift with shorter recovery time - less swelling, back to work in a week. That is my route, but I think the peel will add additional time. If I had to go back to an office in a week, I'd have to rethink it - as it is, working from home still presents challenges, but I'll get it together over the weekend and be ready for Thursday. Keep in touch!!!
October 22, 2015
Oh yeah, I'm sure those little phones are responsible for a lot of surgeries! My profile picture was taken recently, but I was smiling and in full make-up. Totally different from the ones I took that convinced me it was time for surgery. I really wish I could do just a mini lift, too, but I'm pretty sure my face needs more than that at this point. I turn 63 in a few days and I'm only going to do this once, so I want to get as much from it as possible and am afraid I need more than the mini lift. I will be following you closely to see your results.
October 22, 2015
It is getting close for us. We share the same surgery date. I hope you are coping well. I go for pre op today and pay the fees and get my instructions. I will be thinking about you and praying things go well for both of us. I haven't told anyone other than my husband! Not sure why but I guess I don't want them to think I am vain but apparently I am! But I have to do this because my looks are starting to affect the way I feel about myself. I hate photos, I am even self conscious when I go out. I am only 59 but look 69 or 70. I have beautiful skin but it is just too loose. Hope I am making the right decision. Let me know how you are doing. I posted a few more pics today of the pre but am still too afraid to post the full face.
October 22, 2015
Girl, you are speaking to me on many levels. I did pre-op last week as Dr. A had a death in the family and has to travel this week. Pre-op itself is scary - He actually drew the lines on my face so I could where things were going to take place and why. I felt better until all the paperwork..full disclosure is scary!!! Like you, I have not posted a full image, but hope to be able to do so at some point - it's a weird struggle in my mind. For the most part, my friends are all pretty laid back, but then again.... I'm 57 and have decided to do this before it's becomes a drastic change - why wait to be happy with yourself??? We are going to be fine - it will be interesting to share notes...
October 25, 2015
Wish you the best outcome on ur surgery(^_^)!
October 25, 2015
Thank you! I am within 4 days, so my self talk goes from just block the thought out of your mind, to are you out of your mind for doing this, lol....
UPDATED FROM vicki44602
1 day pre
THURSDAY IS THE DAY
vicki44602October 27, 2015
My arrival time at the hospital is 11:30am for the 1:00 pm surgery. Ready to get going and start the healing. Say a girlfriend prayer for me and all my friends going through the same thing this week, it's been a real treat to share information and anxieties. Should I answer the door on Halloween, lol? Anyway, decided to post a few photos so that I have a benchmark in the weeks to follow.
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October 27, 2015
Started saying prayers today. Stay calm and know all will be well. I see you made the leap to full face photos . It took courage for me to finally post those as well. Way to go.
October 27, 2015
Thinking about you and wishing you all the best. Wish I was having surgery tomorrow!
October 27, 2015
good luck, this week will be rough but it gets better
October 28, 2015
Yes, thank you so much for your support. I will be anxious to check in with everyone's progress when I get back to the computer!!! Keep posting.
October 28, 2015
I'll be right behind you, hopefully! Still having scheduling issues. Good luck to you!
October 28, 2015
Sending good thoughts and healing energy fom AZ! I am having a short scar lift in Jan or Feb with only 10 days off work to recover. I will be watching your recovery progress with great personAL interest. Good luck!
October 28, 2015
Let me know how it goes. What is the name of the surgeon that you selected? I would just like to know as I share most of your sentiments. Email *********@aol.com
October 31, 2015
I have been to many surgeons in Houston and it alone is a confusing journey. I need the same procedure. Best of luck and I know it will turn out great.
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It's definitely smart to consult with at least three surgeons, so good on you for doing your due diligence. Here's a list of pre- and post-op tips for you. Please keep us updated as you get closer to your big day!
Also...here's a list of questions to ask at consultations. Good luck!!!