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My Upper Lip Lift Experience
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My Upper Lip Lift Experience
bladeRunner2March 8, 2017
WORTH IT$6,000
Hello Everyone.
Yesterday, 3/7/2017, I had an upper lip lift with Dr. Talei and I wanted to chronicle my experience with you.
The past few years I felt my philtrum was on the long side and thought that a LL would help to bring more harmony, balance, and beauty to my face. My philtrum was approximately 22 or 23mm long and Dr. Talei removed approximately 7mm. Initially he suggested removing 5mm given the shape of my mouth but I felt that 5mm would be a tad on the conservative side; so I asked for 7mm and he agreed that 7mm would still look appropriate for my face and mouth shape.
My experience with Dr. Talei thus far has been a positive one. He is kind and very passionate about his work. During the procedure I could tell that he took his time and really focused on producing the best outcome. While it is very early on in the process, I am pleased with the results I see thus far. The procedure itself wasn't too bad. He performed it while I was awake using the dental block shots. To me, there wasn't much pain associated with the shots but I feel this is due to the skillful way in which he administers the shots.
After the shots, you sit for several minutes while the medication takes effect. Once the procedure starts, you feel some pressure, pulling and tugging as he performs the procedure. I was listening to my ipod during the procedure as I did not want to hear the sound of him cutting my skin! And that helped greatly :)
After the procedure, I was sore, it started to swell, and the pain quickly started setting in. Leaving the office I wore a surgical mask. I drove home and quickly started the meds they prescribed including the pain meds. I tried to ice my mouth as much as possible but the swelling was relentless!
Today is day 2 and I believe the swelling has peaked. I look forward to tomorrow and am hoping I start to see it recede a bit.
Yesterday, 3/7/2017, I had an upper lip lift with Dr. Talei and I wanted to chronicle my experience with you.
The past few years I felt my philtrum was on the long side and thought that a LL would help to bring more harmony, balance, and beauty to my face. My philtrum was approximately 22 or 23mm long and Dr. Talei removed approximately 7mm. Initially he suggested removing 5mm given the shape of my mouth but I felt that 5mm would be a tad on the conservative side; so I asked for 7mm and he agreed that 7mm would still look appropriate for my face and mouth shape.
My experience with Dr. Talei thus far has been a positive one. He is kind and very passionate about his work. During the procedure I could tell that he took his time and really focused on producing the best outcome. While it is very early on in the process, I am pleased with the results I see thus far. The procedure itself wasn't too bad. He performed it while I was awake using the dental block shots. To me, there wasn't much pain associated with the shots but I feel this is due to the skillful way in which he administers the shots.
After the shots, you sit for several minutes while the medication takes effect. Once the procedure starts, you feel some pressure, pulling and tugging as he performs the procedure. I was listening to my ipod during the procedure as I did not want to hear the sound of him cutting my skin! And that helped greatly :)
After the procedure, I was sore, it started to swell, and the pain quickly started setting in. Leaving the office I wore a surgical mask. I drove home and quickly started the meds they prescribed including the pain meds. I tried to ice my mouth as much as possible but the swelling was relentless!
Today is day 2 and I believe the swelling has peaked. I look forward to tomorrow and am hoping I start to see it recede a bit.
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UPDATED FROM bladeRunner2
2 days post
The swelling has started to slightly…
bladeRunner2March 9, 2017
The swelling has started to slightly recede. I'm continuing to ice all throughout the day and take vitamin C and the steroid meds they prescribe. I also sleep with my head propped up above my heart.
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UPDATED FROM bladeRunner2
3 days post
Day 4 and the swelling has come…
bladeRunner2March 10, 2017
Day 4 and the swelling has come down significantly since yesterday. I continue to ice but I also rub Arnica gel on my bruised lip several times a day after icing. I do have some tooth show which I don't think I had before but I'll show after more swelling subsides.
I get the stitches removed in a couple of days. Anyone have any DIY tips on how to care for the scar after the stitches come out?
Thanks
Adding a few more pics from later in the day and of tooth show.
I get the stitches removed in a couple of days. Anyone have any DIY tips on how to care for the scar after the stitches come out?
Thanks
Adding a few more pics from later in the day and of tooth show.
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