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Friends call me Mari, after a 80 lb weight loss, I...
QnMariJuly 6, 2015
$9,500
Friends call me Mari, after a 80 lb weight loss, I have had breast augmentation, TT, and now I am considering a face lift. I haven't decided on doctor yet. But the last one advised on neck lift with chin implant. He says I'm too young for face lift. My main concern is recovery time n advise on what type of compression garment. Need some guidance please.
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August 20, 2015
Im having a chin implant consult in a couple weeks but was told by the doctor that a wrap is only necessary if you do the implant with lipo. Otherwise, most patients can drive themselves home after just a chin implant which has little down time. Best wishes!
December 7, 2015
I'll be going under general anesthesia that requires over night stay for observation. I'm am doing liposuction. Lower face and neck lift along with chin implant. Ijust can't wait for my day to come. I quit smoking 3 yrs ago. Eating healthier. And no alcohol for over a month. My surgery is paid and scheduled for the 17th. Can't wait.. I just really need to have the patience with recovery and not let coworkers get to me. As they have begun judging already. I've requested for 3 weeks leave so I'm hoping that's enough to get back to work without so much swelling, thank you for your support. Best of luck to you as well.
December 7, 2015
There are some new procedures coming that don't require cutting on the chin,you might consider them. Kybella is one,I think they can do cool sculpture on the chin.
December 7, 2015
Thank you, but I have seen over 6 surgeons and they've all suggested same procedure except for 1 that suggested full face lift including eyes. ( That's a bit too much). But my problem is genetics also (father side). Due to weight loss and stretch marks I'm pretty much jello. Exercise n diet is my regimen for the rest of my life. I've had breast lift along with implant that capsuled 3 times. And tummy tuck that also had to be revised ( I really needed a belt tuck) my turkey neck n weak chin will be my last. Anything else on my face will be sculptra or botox. Thank you for the advise I will definitely look it up.
December 7, 2015
I am 43 I have only recently seen this in my self. I feel like I need a face lift too. I think I will do the lip and maybe eye and chin lips. I was considering the to take so fat from lower face but I think same result can come from adding fat above cheeks because my eyes do look tired. You don't have baggy eyes which is good. I am curious this person said you are too young for a face lift. I have never had any plastic surgery. The way I look at it if one surgery will last for 40 more years that great. I loss 15 pounds last year and 15 the year before that, and my skin only recently looks like it's tightening on its own.
December 7, 2015
You will be amazed with the results of sculptra. I had that done at 40. It was great. But that does not address turkey neck. I get very nervous when it comes to face surgery. Because you can cover boobs n tummy with clothes. But what covers the face if you don't like results. I'm keeping my fingers crossed. My incisions will be behind ear and under chin.. But I'm not looking forward to the swelling. It's a long process. Patience is the most important... Where can I buy some of that?? Lol
February 13, 2016
Why do you have mixed feelings? I think you look significantly better now than you did in your before surgery photos! It may not be perfect to your taste, but perfection is not normal with surgery. If you feel the implant has shifted ask the doc to fix.
July 3, 2017
I want to see your post surgery picture but after full recovery of chin Implant.
July 3, 2017
Hello, the doctor removed implant after 3 months . It kept shifting and I didn't want to risk it. My post of April 2017 is the most recent picture I have after the removal. This Friday 6-30-17 I did Sculptra. My face kinda swollen now. I will post pics in 2 weeks .
UPDATED FROM QnMari
5 months pre
Lose weight before surgery
QnMariJuly 6, 2015
I want to lose 30 lbs before my procedure.
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UPDATED FROM QnMari
4 months pre
General Anesthesia or Local
QnMariAugust 19, 2015
Really need help making decision. I'm considering having neck lift/chin implant. I have high tolerance for meds. Don't know if I want to be awake for procedure. I'm afraid I'll start panicking in the middle of surgery if I go with just the valum/xanax. I once did the Twilight sedation during a breast implant exchange and I remember the pain as they cut in deeper. Doctor had to inject more local anesthesia. After surgery my entire body hurt from tensing up and squirming. At this point I'm stuck deciding which doctor to go with. The face specialist does not do general anesthesia. . He says to many risks. And promises I won't feel a thing. Hmm
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November 24, 2015
there are several people on the website that have done local anethesia and state it's the best way to go that recovery is alot easier. I think if I was you I would found out if it they drugs they gave you last are they same this time
December 5, 2015
Thank you, I've heard the same. But I really don't want to me conscious. Don't want to feel the tugging. It's a 3 to 4 hour surgery. And I have high tolerance for medication. I think I will start to panic. Thank you
November 24, 2015
Hi there, are you still scheduled for December 11? Are you having a chin implant or which procedure(s)?
December 5, 2015
Hello, Yes, I'm having a small silicone chin implant along with neck lift and lower face lift. Sorry I didn't reply sooner. Just noticed.
December 17, 2015
Good luck to you. I know it's been a long time coming and I'm so excited for you to have this done! Best wishes :)
December 18, 2015
Thank you, it's a bit uncomfortable. I'm also take pain meds n sleeping pills but I'm only sleeping 1 to 2 hrs at a time. I'm all bandaged up. They will remove then in 3 more days.
December 18, 2015
The first few days are rough. The pain pills really gave me a hard time. Hopefully in the next day or two your pain goes down and you can get some better sleep. Are you taking time off next week too?
December 19, 2015
Officially I'm suppose to go back to work on January 4. But. On my first night with nurse, I fell face first lost consciousness for a bit. I split my lip pretty bad. These pain meds are really not helping. I have a tolerance for meds and these are nothing. Thank god I bought a baby bottle. My son has been blending my soup and that's how I've been eating. Can't open my mouth. Chin hurts, don't know if it's from the fall or just normal procedure.
Congrats on that weight loss! The doctor you consulted might be correct, but I would consult with at least 2-3 board certified plastic surgeons before you decide on who to go with and what approach you're most interested in and will benefit you. I'll be watching this space for your updates. Thanks for starting your story on RealSelf!