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Four Month Update Necklift
61 yr Old Excellent Neck Lift
61 yr Old Neck Lift
Provider Review
Yesterday I had a neck lift performed by Dr. Epstein. I researched his background thoroughly and determined he is a highly credentialed doctor with excellent patient and peer reviews. My profile was one of the few "tells" of my age, being that my platysma muscles slackened so that the looseness could be observed in indirect light. In my opinion, this spoiled my appearance. Typically, most patients opt for a lower face lift in conjunction with a neck lift. While I am 61 years old, a face lift would likely make my face appear unnaturally tight or drawn. In my estimation a neck lift was the only procedure required. While Dr. Epstein has sterling credentials if he had recommended more than I felt I needed I would have walked. He first began by discussing the lowest cost, and least dramatic procedures. These included Botox to the neck to relax neck muscles and/or ThermaRF which I believe utilizes radio frequency ultrasound to tighten tissues. While the ThermaRF would tightn my neck, it would not mitigate the slackened platysma muscles that were part of the sculpted neck of my youth. As stated in the beginning of this narrative my procedure was performed yesterday. To my amazement I have experienced little to no discomfort. In addition to the platysma repair, a small amount of fat was lipo suctioned from beneath my chin. The doctor's nurse, Erin, advised that I eat pineapple and papaya beforehand to mitigate swelling and inflammation. I have allergies to these foods, thus I opted for Quercetin and Bromelain supplements. The Doctor's Best brand is very good. I believe Erin's suggestion was very helpful to my recovery. Additionally, you will be provided with an extremely detailed packet of pre and post op instructions. Furthermore, you will need substantial medical screening for the purposes of patient safety and eligibility. It has only been one day post-op and I have minimal swelling and discomfort. I have significant bruising, but it should be noted I have always bruised easily, insofar as I have thin fair skin. We removed the cotton dressings today and my neck profile looks like that of a twenty year old. I am delighted and would highly recommend this doctor. An added footnote to my remarks: I once owned a business in the Northbrook area. My clients were the best. My clients also demanded the best. A business person or professional of any variety will not receive and maintain a 5 star rating in Northbrook unless they truly are top notch. I'd be neglectful if I failed to add that the good Doctor 's staff: Erin, Jill and Elyse are wonderful professionals who will treat your concerns with courtesy and dignity and are extremely helpful in answering any questions you may have.