Upper Bleph (Eyelid) Surgery

2 months, no worries. Not sure I needed Botox after all. I find it uncomfortable now as it pulls my head tight, but definitely fixes the lines between my eyebrows, so that's important. Still on the fence with my neck. But nothing to complain about.

I have to say that at this point, there's not much to update on. All of my previous concerns are gone. No watering, no tightness, no droop or eye closure probs. I know that I am very lucky that my recovery was this easy. I didn't use Arnica or any other creams/lotions/potions. I let nature and time work its magic on my recovery. I am over the moon with my results and very grateful to the doctor and his team. I love that I can walk out of my house with not a stitch of makeup on and I love that I can glam up and look my very best. To anyone reading this, every case is different. I have read many a story which makes my heart sad, but the decision to do this surgery was well thought out, knowing the possible side effects. It is a surgery after all. There will always be a scar. But good luck to everyone and I wish all the best.

I drove down to Asheville on June 10th 2017 for my upper bleph procedure with Dr. Harley.  I have been in discussions with him (emails/phone consult) for some time and the date finally came.  I initially was planning on a "Biltmore Lift" but chickened out, opting for the smaller procedure to begin with.  I've had Botox and Juvederm in past but have never had any invasive procedures and was a bit apprehensive.  Doing your homework on this site, however, is recommended as you can calm many fears and worry with so much support and advise here. When I finally met with the good Doc on the 13th of June, I found him to be very kind and easy to speak to.  He was personable, explaining what to expect and left me feeling much more calm.  I found Juanita to be such a perfect example of a Southern lady!  The office was charming and incredibly clean and I knew that I would be just fine.  As a Canadian, I was given great instruction on how to fill my necessary prescriptions.  The local pharmacy found me very interesting as I was going to pay cash for my pills (about $95 USD).  My benefits will repay my expense after the fact.  The next day I was given the cocktail of pills and before I knew it, I was calm and feeling just fine though very much awake.  I did fall asleep during the procedure and woke up toward the end.  I was going to be leaving the next day, so we had already discussed the after-care at the previous day's appointment.  On the way home, I was in absolutely no pain.  I had minimal bruising throughout.  I did swell up pretty good on my eyelids and I had some smaller concerns which I emailed the Doc about.  Imagine my surprise in receiving a responding email within the hour!  Following the suture removal, I had another question and again, he was right there answering my questions,I have the utmost respect and admiration for this Doctor.  My results are natural, healed quickly and my scarring is minimal after only 20 days. I'm back at work and no one has noticed anything different about me, just a couple comments if I'd lost weight while away.  I highly recommend Dr. Harley and his team.  Thank you Doctor!