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Nearly 60, Neck is Very Droopy. Kenosha, WI
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I am not quite sixty. I am not looking to look...
Ebbie1026April 24, 2015
$10,500
I am not quite sixty. I am not looking to look younger, I'm very content with myself and my age, I just want to look the best I can. I have good genes, and I do not have many wrinkles, and I have very smooth skin. However, I have always had a week jawline. I had a chin implant about 15 years ago with a face lift and that worked very well for awhile. I don't have a normal double chin, that I could deal with a just have what looks like a load of fat hanging off the bottom of my face. It does not match the rest of me.
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April 30, 2015
What doctor are you deciding to go with?
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Ebbie1026April 25, 2015
Information is good, yet I'm leaning toward (at lease a little) ignorance is bliss. I had a FL 15 years ago, basically walked into the Drs office (I did know surgeon from a family members skin condition) and said "lets do this!" At 45 I sailed through and don't even remember any problems. Back at work on day 12 or so. This time with FL and NL I have a much more professional Dr, for instance will be in a hospital setting with general anesthesia, a lot of prep advice, pictures etc. However, between all these scary, scary posts and the need for professionals to CYA, I have gone from "hey baby lets do this right now!!" To "OMG I hope my life is not ruined". I comfort myself with the fact that I'm guessing some of these folks may have not followed directions, some may have some forms of mental illness that exacerbates issues...all I'm saying is that the air is going out of my high flying ballon real fast!!
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April 26, 2015
I haven't had a FL, but plan to in the fall! However, I've followed many ladies on RS, gathering knowledge while waiting for my turn.. Pretty sure, as with any surgery (I can speak to that) you are have a little pre surgery anxiety... Try to focus on the positive reviews and think about the new you that will be looking back in the mirror, in just a short time.
Good luck, wishing you a speedy recovery. I'm looking forward to following your journey.
April 26, 2015
You are right. It's all gone (nerves) and I am super excited for Thursday again. I think attitude and following instructions goes a long way. Thanks for your post. I will be doing pictures etc.
April 27, 2015
I went through the same doubts and fears, as I think we probably all so. I didn't have a full FL, but had brow lift, upper/lower bleth and fat transfer to my cheeks. The first week after, all I did was sleep. Wasn't in pain but just general discomfort. I wasn't good about icing and my bruising was severe for over 3 weeks. But now that it's all done, I'm so glad I did it! Looking forward to reading your updates. You'll be fine. Would be strange if you didn't have any apprehension. Good luck!
April 28, 2015
Don't let the naysayers get to you. Before my sx I was reading and watching a lot of videos. The more I read the higher my anxiety got. Then one day I thought "what am I doing? I'm scaring myself to death." after that no more sx videos, no more thumbs down reviews. When the PS office tells you to stay off the internet it is smart advice. Attitude is half the battle with this afterall someone is going to put sharp, pointy things in your face. Keep the faith baby and your sense of humor and you'll be fine. Follow all pre & post instructions, stay away from salt, stock up on pudding/jello cups so you don't starve. I'm two months post and can say even with all the stuff one has to put up with it is very well worth it all. Good luck
April 28, 2015
Agree!! My attitude has changed 180, because I realized everything you said. 1 day out and I cannot wait for the anesthesiologist to do his thing. I am grateful for your support.
August 24, 2015
you are braver than me, I am same age and just have a little loose skin at the front of neck but dont want to go under the knife!
August 25, 2015
Oh my. Did you see the picture. It wasn't a little loose skin. It looked like a goiter. Also, the sagging wasn't going to stop, so imagine at 80, should I be so lucky, how much of a face belly I'd have. If it's not in the cards for you, I get it...but it's s wonderful thing!!
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Ebbie1026April 28, 2015
I have successfully avoided really looking at my profile for quite awhile. My goodness I will go through anything to get this fixed. I've been careful all my life about weight, skin products, sun exposure etc. This neck is just not my self image. I want to be clear that I am very grateful to be able to afford this. Not taking it for granted.
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April 28, 2015
Good for you! Thanks goodness we are old enough to afford these luxuries! :) A week from now, you will feel like a new person. Best of luck.
April 29, 2015
Yay for you, lovely skin, definitely an asset, going into your makeover! Stay positive, you are going to be a real beauty in just a few days!
April 29, 2015
Good luck with your surgery tomorrow , you will be fine , thinking about you x
April 29, 2015
I had a FL, eyes, lips with dermabrasion and neck. My neck is my favorite! You'll look great!
April 29, 2015
You will look amazing! I'm 4 weeks out from a neck/lower face life and couldn't be happier.
I'm glad you are able to do this for yourself. Has your chin implant held up okay over time? I'll be thinking of you later this week! So exciting and probably a little nervousness, too. Please keep us posted!