Face and neck lift booked with Dr. Kremer

Like others on this site I really started to notice my face and jawline sagging after the menopause. Now aged 54 my jowls have become really noticeable so I’ve decided to do something about it.
I’ve had a consultation with Dr Dirk Kremer of Harley St Aesthetics, he’s recommended his ‘Turn Back Time’ (TBT) face and neck lift. I have absolute confidence in Dr Kremer, four years ago he did my upper eyelid surgery, the results are completely natural and still look great to this day. I’ve posted photos of my pre surgery jowls and saggy neck, also photos of my eyes pre surgery, post surgery and end result.
Dr Kremer immediately puts you at easy during his consultation. I explained I was unhappy about my jowls and that they’re merging with large submandibular glands in my neck which effectively makes my jowls even more noticeable. Also a general tired look to my face and loss of jawline definition. Dr Kremer demonstrated the lift he can achieve by placing his hands on my neck and face, much to my relief he won’t need to touch my glands during surgery, apparently some surgeons remove or shave them but this is very risky. The surgery is done under general anaesthetic with an overnight stay in the hospital. There is also the possibility of a tiny bit of liposuction under my chin but Dr Kremer will make that decision once he’s completed the face and neck lift and while I’m still under. Naturally I was very keen to know about his incision technique. I have imperceivable scars from his TBT upper eye surgery. Dr Kremer will start his incision so it’s well hidden in my hairline above my ears, then come down behind the Tragus and he will go up as high as possible behind my ears and then into my hairline. He said I would wake up and wonder what on earth I’d done to myself, I do remember that’s the first thing I thought when I looked at my eyes after surgery! Dr Kremer did a final appraisal of my face/neck and said in his opinion I am a suitable candidate and it was the right time.
So I’m going to take the plunge! I’m booked in for the TBT face and neck lift at the end of November. I’m nervous but excited too. Dr Kremer did such an amazing job on my face previously that I have the utmost confidence in his techniques. I’m going into this procedure knowing full well that the first week will be tough. My thanks to all the Realself contributors for documenting their surgery, healing experiences and tips. So helpful. I’d like to pay back the favour and document my journey.

Only one week till my face and neck lift! I've been sent the consent forms and pre/post surgery instructions. On the advice of Dr Kremer I've stopped all my supplements, now just taking Vitamin C, Bromelain and Arnica, I'm also avoiding alcohol. No strong coffee is allowed after surgery. I've started weaning myself off by using weak instant coffee and will gradually reduce down to zero cups a day, I hope this will help with caffeine withdrawals after surgery! I've also started a low salt diet this week with the hope it may help a little with the swelling.
Lots of Realself users mentioned wedge pillows so I've ordered a memory foam one. Tested it out last night, very comfortable so thanks everyone for the heads up.
I'm keeping myself busy and trying to not over think everything, feeling calm but wish it was over!

Can't type much, can't wear my glasses. I'll write a full update in a few days. Looks great so far and no pain. Swollen so icing regularly and taking my meds. some bruising coming out now on day 3 but I was expecting that and it's less than I was anticipating. Dr Kremer was so kind and professional. I can't wait to see the full results!