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55 Years, Looking Tired and Old !!! Hated Mirrors and Photos - London GB
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I have always looked younger than my age up until...
arianne99January 31, 2015
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I have always looked younger than my age up until the last couple of years. I have good genes to thank for that but recovering from a serious illness, divorce and being a single mum to a 14yr old has taken its toll on my face. Days that start at 500am and working full time again hasn't helped either. I consulted a number of surgeons before meeting Dominic. Two only suggested general anesthetic, one even saying he would try just sedation but had never done it that way before. Yikes!!! So after seeing 4 surgeons I still wasn't convinced they could do what I was wanting or needing. That all changed when I finally met Dominic and Lucy. He was so approachable and kind and suggested what he thought would give me the best results. That being a full lower face lift, neck lift and plastyma for my turkey neck.
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UPDATED FROM arianne99
4 days post
Day 4 post op Very very happy!!
arianne99February 2, 2015
Day 4 and swelling is starting to go down. Moved from ice packs to warmth now to help with bruising. Still tight in front and around ears but nothing too sore. Stitches look good, surgeon very happy with pics I sent to update him.
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February 2, 2015
Beautiful profile - you must be thrilled.
February 3, 2015
Yes I'm thrilled to bits so far still a lot of swelling but I wouldn't wear my hair up or wear a necklace before because of my sagging neck - can't believe the difference xx
February 2, 2015
Great results, Dominic Bray is really excellent, he seems to really stand out out amongst the UK surgeons - I've had experience of one of the less pleasant ones.
February 3, 2015
I'm sorry to hear you've had a bad experience :-( yes Dominic Bray is exceptional at what he does xx
February 3, 2015
What type of anesthesia did you have?
February 3, 2015
Just local and sedation, no general much better recovery time. Didn't feel a thing and was happy and comfortable the whole time surgery about 3 hours
February 5, 2015
I hope you are recovering well lovely, I am 20 days post OP now and all is going swimmingly, I would love to see your pics. How are you feeling?
February 7, 2015
Hi Amanda 7 days and feeling great. Still very swollen in front of ears and numbness but slowly getting back to normal. I have to remember this is a full operation with a long healing period even though the results are almost instant. As Dominic says it's a marathon not a sprint. Your latest pics are amazing by the way xx
February 5, 2015
Hi Arianne you must be so happy with that everything has turned out so well.
I've an appointment with Dr Bray in March and planning a face and neck lift in April. I'm not sure if I should travel home (Its a 6 hour journey and 2 trains) or stay in London till the stitches come out a week later. My main concern is will I look presentable enough and feel well enough to travel the day after surgery. What do you think?
February 6, 2015
I've just had surgery with Dominic today and is say you definitely shouldn't travel home on day of surgery. You could get home the day after but you will feel conspicuous . I'm not planning in going anywhere in public ie ina train for a week, mostly because I'm worried I will see someone go knows me . The surgery went well I think ( tricky to tell since I'm in bandages), but Dominic and his team have been fantastic and the glimpse I had post surgery looked great , just swollen as expected
February 6, 2015
Hi it would be a best if you could stay closer for a few days. I know you can take the support off for a couple of hours and you can use a scarf and hair to cover most so people won't notice xx I was fine the day after on the train but it was a long long day for me too and I was very tired at the end if it xxxx
February 6, 2015
Oops pressed send to early. I also so terribly - barely an hour and feel sore today but nothing that Paracetemol won't sort out. I've never been able to sleep on my back so the next few days of sleep (or lack of) are going to be very challenging . I haven't looked at my face this morning but my husband tells me it's looking good! Xx
February 6, 2015
Don't worry about your face today it will look quite good try and rest whenever you can. It's tough with poor sleep but well worth it. Let your husband look after you and take it slowly xx I'm on train now back to London to get some stitches out this morning. Get dominic to send you some before and after photos today they will keep you going over the next few days just seeing how much better you will look !!! Helped me through the bad days xxxx
February 6, 2015
Thanks Arianne, I'll do that. And good luck with your stitches - I hear it doesn't hurt at all so you'll be fine . [RS bleep]
February 6, 2015
Thanks Alirox thats helpful, like you I'm worried I see someone I know. I will be on my own as I've not told anyone, but would prefer to avoid travelling on the train till at least I can cover any bruises. So glad you're happy with the results, and thank you for getting back to me, and on the day of your surgery, I'm impressed. Take care and let me know how things are x
February 7, 2015
Ali I've sent you a private message you should be able to see it on your profile page. Hope you're ok [RS bleep]
April 11, 2015
Hi Alirox sorry I didn't get back to you, somehow missed your message. I'm having surgery Thursday this week, and looking forward to it, a bit nervous but that's to be expected.
I'm booked to travel home on the Saturday but will travel with big scarf and sunglasses :-) I'm not looking forward to the journey but will be glad to get home......like you I'm worried I'm meet someone I know.
How are you 5 weeks on?
UPDATED FROM arianne99
9 days post
1 week and feeling fantastic
arianne99February 7, 2015
Hi everyone here is my 7 day post op before and afters. Cannot tell you how happy I am
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February 7, 2015
Adrianne you must be over the moon, you look incredible. I have to say that you looked lovely before but there's no doubt that you look younger and refreshed. I can't wait for April!!
February 7, 2015
Hi ladybird yes I'm so happy with result so far. April will be here before you know it. Are you having eyes and brow done ?? I have done this all alone too. No one knows and I travelled alone so don't worry you will be fine. Lucy will send you a diet do and don't for the weeks before your surgery try and follow that the best you can as that helps with swelling and bruising. Dominic and his team are with you every step of the way. In constant daily contact the days after surgery and always at hand for any questions no matter how silly they may seem. They've heard them all.
February 7, 2015
Hi Arianne yes I would like my eyes done too, but I wonder if it's best to do it in stages. I have a small brow so likely won't be suitable for brow lift. I've got a shopping list of things I'd like done lol, but will do it bit by bit. Did you travel home the day after surgery? I'm thinking of staying in London for the week or close by...don't want to risk bumping into someone I know on the train home.
February 7, 2015
I travelled home the day after by train alone. I then went into hiding until day 5 not seeing one person lol I didn't have eyes done so that wasn't needed to be covered up I could cover my ears and neck with my hair and a scarf and nobody has noticed. If you can stay close to London until your stitches are out on day 7 that would be ideal no chance if bumping into nosey friends or people you know ha ha
February 8, 2015
Hi Arianne that's so reassuring, I live in a small town and it would be round in 5 minutes if I met someone! Such a shame that we have to hide in this day and age.
Look after yourself and its so good to follow your progress.
October 31, 2015
Arianne, I am so impressed that you did this all alone. My husband is the only one that knows I am going to have surgery and he will have to be by my side for the first 2 or 3 days. I am not as brave as you. I think you look fabulous and I am hoping that my jawline is as good as yours after, thanks for your posts xx
October 31, 2015
Hi again Nancy thanks for your lovely comments - I still have only told one or two people - everyone just thinks I'm good with skincare and makeup - I am so thankful I have been able to get my face back after I thought I never would. You won't be sorry so don't worry you will wish you did it earlier cx
February 7, 2015
You look stunning! I'd tell you to do a cartwheel but you probably shouldn't put your head down. LOL
February 8, 2015
You look beautiful!! :) My mini is tomorrow, super nervous but cannot wait!
February 8, 2015
Thanks I feel like my old self again. Your profile pic is lovely already so you will look amazing. Nerves are normal remember to rest and use ice after and you will be just fine xx
February 8, 2015
Thank you so much...I went to the store to get any additional things that I need, including a couple different kinds of ice packs. I think I'm all set!! :) I'm glad you're feeling so good already. :) You certainly look it!
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