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Raising my Brow!!! - Northbrook, IL

UPDATED FROM ransrvr
12 days pre

I have been noticing that my upper lips had what...

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I have been noticing that my upper lips had what is called "smoker lines". I have never smoked, and have not been using straws, per my doc's suggestion. Botox was not the solution. I heard from fellow Realself members , and my ps that Volbella is the product to help dissipate those noticeable lines!!! I am going to try this product and will post pix after my visit!!

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Iliana Sweis, MD

Iliana Sweis, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Looking forward to hearing and seeing results!
Hi. Keep us posted. I too have those and have not smoked since 1981!! I must purse my lips in my sleep! ⚘⚘
I promise I'll post pix. ❤️️❤️️Hope you're doing ok my British girlfriend.
Hi. I am doing great ransrvr thank you. Have a look at my latest pics posted yesterday. Look forward to seeing your newest results when you try it! ⚘⚘
Hi. Your latest photos are "rockin" gorgeous! You look like a movie star!! You must be ecstatic!!!! ❤️️❤️️
You honestly were beautiful to begin with. Omg.,.youre young !!!!!
Ha... 61 is not young but I really appreciate your lovely comments. Thank you. I feel great now I have to say ⚘⚘
I have to ask....what other procedures/products have you used or done? You look freaking amazing!!!!
Thank you so much! I've had a couple of surgeries all by the same doc. I had a facelift, upper and lower. I also had a necklift with lipo. As you can see, I'm an ardent fan of plastic surgery. ;-). I use Renova and Bio Cream Riche on my face and Lumiere Riche on my eyes. I have an awesome talented ps, which is the main contributing factor. She's an artist!!! Are you considering any of the above??
Facelift. Neck lift and lipo. Fillers and botox
I haven't had the best experiences thus far, and my next follow up next week will determine my path. Ive had fillers and Botox and recently a lower lid bleph. I'm not happy with the results so we'll see where to go from here. I'm only 41 but genetically I'm doomed. Trying to be proactive yet conservative.
I started when I was 48 years old. I basically started from the top and worked my way down. :-). I've used the same doc for everything. I'm hooked on her!!! I honestly look younger than I am, due to all her help!! I need n intervention! Ha ha. It's an addiction. I feel soooo much better mentally.
How expensive is Volbella and how long does it last?
Hi there. I believe it is approximately $500-550. I would imagine it lasts a year or so like most fillets. I'm very excited about trying it next month. I will definitely post pix on my profile. ❤️️
Yes, it lasts about a year. In Southern California it is in the high 500s; some offices are offering specials in the 300s because it was just released. However, definitely go to someone with experience rather than the best price.
Wish I had the results you got from Dr. Sweis. Waiting a full year before posting before and after.
Hi CycleMj! Are you a cyclist? I am an avid spinner!!! My passion! Anyways, thank you for the compliment. What did you have done? Why are you waiting a year before posting? Doesn’t sound too promising??? Do you live in Illinois, that’s where my ps is located.
UPDATED FROM ransrvr
13 days pre

Volbella..The new lip filler!!!

I've not had much success with Botox on my lips for my vertical lines. I heard about a new filler, Volbella, that's supposedly new on the market. It's made specifically for lip lines. I will post my after pic after my appointment.

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UPDATED FROM ransrvr
4 months pre

Post Botox

This is an amazing product, giving me an amazing lift and wrinkle reducer on my forehead

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You look so beautiful and your doctor is amazing! Was she also responsible for your lovely sharp jawline?
Yes, Dr. Sweis is the diva of plastic surgery. She did a lower and upper face lift with a neck lift, as well. I owe it all to her!! Thank you for your kind words!
How long ago was the upper and lower face lift done? U have spent a lot of money on that beautiful face:)
Both within a year. I've spent a big bundle on ps with Dr. Sweis. I can not tell you how she's changed my self confidence.
Where is this dr located?
Dr. Iliana Sweis is located in Northbrook Illinois. She does OUTSTANDING work. I've had several procedures with her, and love all of my results!!'nn
U look beautiful, I also just turned 60. Are u willing to tell cost? I know that's very personal?
Dr. Iliana Sweis has 2 locations. One is in Northbrook Illinois and the other is in Chicago.
I will tell you the price, if you like, but for what procedure? I've had a couple. :-)
You look beautiful! I just had my first procedure 12 days ago with Dr Sweis and I loved her. I did an upper bleph and I'm healing. You reassure me that I made a great choice! ❤️
I'm so happy that you choose Dr. Sweis as your ps for your procedure! I have the utmost respect for her, and personally feel she is the BEST doc in the Midwest!! Good luck with healing !!
Thanks! You look great! We are both fans, and she told me I'm healing ahead of schedule. I can't wait to see my final result...I think this could be addictive!
I'm sure your final results will be every you wanted and more!
I'm sure your final results will be everything you wanted and MORE!! I know what you mean by getting "addicted ". :-). It does get a little expensive! I have to restrain myself for awhile.
When do you go back to see her?? Are you wearing eye makeup ?
Hahaha! Yes agreed. I was supposed to take my biannual trip to Europe and I cancelled it to do this instead! Very expensive...,but when it comes to your face, you need to pay for the best!
And the best she is!!! You're young...you don't have to do anything for awhile!!! I'm older than you. ;-(
It's been 15 days. I went back to work at day 6 with eyeglasses I bought for camouflage lol nerd chic. Haven't worn makeup because I'm trying to follow the rules to a T. I also have not worked out because she said no gym for a month which is killing me. I'm seeing her in 2 weeks.
Just a quick hi
I'm not young. I'm 47. I have other things that bother me. You do not look old at all! You are beautiful and seem to have a young spirit which is everything honestly!
Thank you for your kind words! I feel that the doc has helped me restore my youth both physically and mentally! She certainly has helped me feel more glamorous! :-) I am always wearing a smile on my face
I just saw your other response. I also work out everyday, and it is something that is hard to give up after surgery. Follow her golden rules, and you will be glistening soon!!
I hear you! I'm not even healed yet and I feel more confident and happy!
Hold your head up high, and your soul will fly!!
You're the cutest! Love you! ❤️
Back at you!! Hugs !!!!!
I have an appointment with the doc on October 19. Just a touch up :-)
Hope you're doing well. Just thinking about you and wondering when you see the doc again. Good luck.
Haha! We should have lunch and talk about procedures. I'm on day 24. I'm still a little swollen but super excited!
I've been crazy at work but I'm going to try to see her in about a week for my one month checkup. I hope all is well with you. I went back to the gym yesterday and it felt great but I'm sort of easing back into things
Gym time.....whooo hooot. Glad to hear you're on the mend! I'm going next week, too! ;-). You've got to tell her that we're "Real Self Buds". She'll get a kick out of that.
She definitely knows me lol! I'll text her and let her know! Too funny! ❤️❤️❤️
Are you a friend of the doc ?
This was my first procedure with her. I consider her a friend now! I'm seeing her this week for my follow up.
By the way, in this newest photo you posted you look super foxy and 20 years younger than your actual age. Do you watch your diet like I do? I try to eat mostly a Mediterranean diet with lots of greens nuts and fish.
Ha ha. We do become friends with our doctors, especially lovely ones!! Do you seriously text her? I too, eat very healthy. No red meat, lots of nuts, tons of egg whites and every vegetable there is!!! I exercise everyday religiously! It gives me a mind and body connection.
Awwwww. Thanks for the compliment. I feel like I'm younger than my age. Like you, eating healthy, is the key
Agreed! I'm big into Kale!
Good luck
Oops. Good luck with your follow up appointment. I'm sure you are "rocking" that new youthful look
Hi there!! How was your follow up appointment?? Are you basically healed up already? I'm sure you're looking gorg!! Do you need to see doctor again? Normal activities?? Gym time!!!! ❤️
Hi there! My appt was great and I'm feeling awesome! I'm almost all healed except for a tiny area of swelling. I'm back at the gym and so thrilled with my result! Thanks so much for asking! ❤️
I'm glad to hear all is well! Enjoy your restored beauty.
The next thing I'm going to do is possibly a few fillers for some facial flaws and perhaps a bit of botox. Thoughts? Downside of a fitness regimen is loss of facial fat.
I started fillers a couple of years ago. I, too felt my face was thinner from running and needed to add volume. I only do it yearly.
You are absolutely stunning! Congratulations!!!