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3 years update
The healing was SLOW! First 6 months were awful, I thought I’d fucked up my face for sure. Now the only minor issue is the scar, the fact you can always kind of feel it. Thankfully, in my case it’s not super visible, I don’t think most people notice it when talking to me. But if you know what to look for then absolutely. It’s still been 10000% worth it! I only wish I did it sooner.
A ROLLER COASTER Ride, Hope for Those Who're Afraid
This one will be long, but I'm writing this in hopes it helps someone who's in a dark place right now.
1 year ago I finally got a lip lift, something I'd been dreaming of for a long time. I hade used filler for years, and before the fillers I measured at 2cm (with fillers & right before the procedure it was 1,8 cm).
I visited 3 doctors before choosing HD Clinic in Lisbon. From the beginning I wanted a "dramatic change", the doctor suggested only 5mm, though I asked for even 9mm. My surgeon refused any more than 7mm. She said it's the max she agrees to remove.
The surgery went great, I was comforatable the whole time, so nothing to be afraid there. Also the pain after was non-existent. I took 0 pain killers.
The reason I'm writing this now, and what I wanted to share was, that the next 3, even 5 months were complete HELL, not physically, but mentally. I was 100% sure I've made a massive mistake. That too much was removed & I didn't research it well enough. I went into a dark place, a deep depression.. ashamed, dissapointed, embarrased, mostly just hopeless. I felt stupid and would not stop beating myself for it.
Many people on this forum helped me during that time, and I want to send a HUGE thank you to everyone who took time to write to me or send me e-mails. The only reson I'm writing right now is because you inspired me. You got me through the hardest parts. Thank you.
Back to the end of last year. I could not leave the house for months. I was desperately scrolling Real Self for even 1 example that I could find hope in, someone who still looked "[RS bleep]" at 2 months, but ended up ok.
And not to make this too long, I'm now one of those people who ended up OK. My recovery was much longer than 3 months, more like 6 months. Only at a YEAR of recovery I can fully say that the surgery was a success. So if you get too inside your head after 1 week, 2 months or even 5, just know there's hope & don't try to judge the results before 6 months.
I actually still hated the results at 5 months. Right now I couldn't be happier with how I look. Yes I went the dramatic route, but my lips look exactly how I always dreamt of. I took a risk & it paid off. My face didn't change permanently, like I thought at month 2 or 3.
And to make this story even better. I'd been single for years at the time I got the lip lift. I swore that the next person I'd kiss with my "new" lips would be my next big love, ot boyfriend. No more [RS bleep] etc. And 1 week shy from a full year, I met someone really special & I've been enjoying kissing them with my designer lips.... :) I'm glad I waited. Time is your best friend when you're in middle of a tough recovery.
I fully recommend this surgery for anyone who's researched it & thought it through. Before you choose how much to get removed try to be aware of the proportions of your face. Do you have a long chin, or a long mid-face? How much tooth-show do you want? Everyone's face is different, so find photos of celebs with your face-shape? Editing tools don't really work, unfortuntely our anatomies aren't that simple.
Besided the long recovery and mental struggles, all went well. My scar has been a non-issue since the beginning. I used ointment on it for 2-3 months, but it has healed beautifully. My friends say it's pretty much invisible.
That's it! Big recommendation to HD Clinic, and my surgeon Danielle Brunalti. She was absolutely amazing & supportive. The whole clinic provided great care during and after the operation.
I visited 3 doctors before choosing HD Clinic in Lisbon. From the beginning I wanted a "dramatic change", the doctor suggested only 5mm, though I asked for even 9mm. My surgeon refused any more than 7mm. She said it's the max she agrees to remove.
The surgery went great, I was comforatable the whole time, so nothing to be afraid there. Also the pain after was non-existent. I took 0 pain killers.
The reason I'm writing this now, and what I wanted to share was, that the next 3, even 5 months were complete HELL, not physically, but mentally. I was 100% sure I've made a massive mistake. That too much was removed & I didn't research it well enough. I went into a dark place, a deep depression.. ashamed, dissapointed, embarrased, mostly just hopeless. I felt stupid and would not stop beating myself for it.
Many people on this forum helped me during that time, and I want to send a HUGE thank you to everyone who took time to write to me or send me e-mails. The only reson I'm writing right now is because you inspired me. You got me through the hardest parts. Thank you.
Back to the end of last year. I could not leave the house for months. I was desperately scrolling Real Self for even 1 example that I could find hope in, someone who still looked "[RS bleep]" at 2 months, but ended up ok.
And not to make this too long, I'm now one of those people who ended up OK. My recovery was much longer than 3 months, more like 6 months. Only at a YEAR of recovery I can fully say that the surgery was a success. So if you get too inside your head after 1 week, 2 months or even 5, just know there's hope & don't try to judge the results before 6 months.
I actually still hated the results at 5 months. Right now I couldn't be happier with how I look. Yes I went the dramatic route, but my lips look exactly how I always dreamt of. I took a risk & it paid off. My face didn't change permanently, like I thought at month 2 or 3.
And to make this story even better. I'd been single for years at the time I got the lip lift. I swore that the next person I'd kiss with my "new" lips would be my next big love, ot boyfriend. No more [RS bleep] etc. And 1 week shy from a full year, I met someone really special & I've been enjoying kissing them with my designer lips.... :) I'm glad I waited. Time is your best friend when you're in middle of a tough recovery.
I fully recommend this surgery for anyone who's researched it & thought it through. Before you choose how much to get removed try to be aware of the proportions of your face. Do you have a long chin, or a long mid-face? How much tooth-show do you want? Everyone's face is different, so find photos of celebs with your face-shape? Editing tools don't really work, unfortuntely our anatomies aren't that simple.
Besided the long recovery and mental struggles, all went well. My scar has been a non-issue since the beginning. I used ointment on it for 2-3 months, but it has healed beautifully. My friends say it's pretty much invisible.
That's it! Big recommendation to HD Clinic, and my surgeon Danielle Brunalti. She was absolutely amazing & supportive. The whole clinic provided great care during and after the operation.
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