60 Years Old ,neck Lift - Kansas City, KS

Kleeh, I think the doctors do whatever they want. Unless of course we go to court and a Judge "Makes" them do something. My doctor never explained to me all that was involved in my neck lift. He never said this wonderful sculptra he gave me was going to need two more expensive treatments. Nor did he tell me that I would have a lump under my right eye and a lump on my right temple that would never go away. Was it in the fine print?? Maybe. But, I didn't read everything I signed. I'm a Realtor and I already knew that most of what I was signing was disclosures releasing them of liability should I decide to sue. But, we all know even if we sign those papers we can still sue them.

In my state they have to release records, which would include photos,when requested by the patient or be fined. The fine(s) are progressive as the time between request and response increases. Also, her $$ amount is within small claims jurisdiction if she is just wanting her money back so she can go to a doctor qualified to undo or redo this apparently botched job. A lot less angst, and if she writes the doctor and tell him her intention, he very likely will write her a refund check to keep from having the hassle and expense (if he sends his attorney to handle it for him) of having to appear in court. At least if he is smart he will. And she does not have to have an attorney represent her, but does need those before and after photos. If I were her I would write him requesting them, making a statement something like, as I requested via phone or in person on such and such date, I want my before and after photos and do intend to file a complain of non compliance with the state and (whatever medical association applies) if I do not receive the by (set date).

They probably have to here in Calif also. But, your right she could for sure go to Small Claims court and win. But, here in Calif. you can only sue for 5K and she probably paid more than that for her neck surgery. I think some of these doctors are horrible for not fixing what isn't right. And they should not charge for they're mistakes. Most of us aren't movie star rich!!!

she stated $5500 as the cost of the necklift. If she lives in CA as you do she would be able to file for damages up to $7500 in a given year (a corp would only be able to go after $5000 in a given year).

stitches ONLY behind your left ear?

There were stiches everywhere, but according to him he put "extra" stiches under my skin to help keep my neck tight. Have you ever heard of this?? Behind my left ear. Now I'm starting to wonder if the stiches are okay to be there the rest of my life??

I had stiches all over my head, behind and around both ears but, he put permanent stiches behind my left ear to help continue to keep my neck tight. They bother me to this day. I was hoping someone else would have heard of this.

I would like a Dr to respond to this so we can all learn if "extra stitches" placed only behind one ear is a customary for a necklift. I am trying to educate myself on what I need to be looking for or possibly guarding against when I speak with a surgeon.

I agree Kleeh. So much we didn't know to ask. I do know that my stiches bother me more at this time and I have a hard time turning my neck in that direction. I don't have the money to correct anything else and my inusurance wouldn't cover it unless my whole neck was infected. So I just feel like giving up at this point.

I don't understand why Linda10852 is commenting on the photos of JBuck50blue. If it's acceptable, then at the least it's very confusing to readers.