1000/10 — the Best!

First off, let me say that my decision was not taken lightly — I consulted with doctors on each coast, in Chicago proper, etc. Now, there was nothing wrong wire the other doctors per se, I honestly think it just came down to personal preference and if your vision aligns with that of the doctor you chose. In this case, I chose Dr. Been because he honestly underpromised and overdelivered (I’m still in the very early stages of my recovery having had the surgery less than two weeks ago). Additionally, he took the time and patience to explain to me what was and wasn’t possible, e.g., if you’re looking for a full reconstruction, he doesn’t do that, and if we were on the same page, then we could proceed. What I loved most is that he was very meticulous with the various nuances I wanted to achieve and we went over them in detail prior to surgery. Although I know I can be difficult in the sense that I [sometimes] let the intrusive thoughts win, he reassured me along the way and continues to as I bombard him with correspondence, lol. His patience, demeanor, and overall surgical prowess is one of the best I’ve seen! And lack of pretentiousness which you don’t often see in a plastic surgeon — and I’m allowed to say this as a majority of my family are doctors, lol. Also, his staff is incredible, answering emails from me during odd hours, and OMG! One of the best anesthesia experiences I’ve ever hard and honestly one of the scariest parts of the entire thing for me. The fact that his CRNA used IV sedation is *chef’s kiss*! Although I am not close to his practice, I can honestly say that I will be a “customer” and hopefully a friend for life. Coming back for any and all touch ups along the way as well as fillers, Botox, etc. I’ve already referred my mom and I think she’ll be getting her facelift with Dr. Been as well! One last thing, I think it’s so wholesome that he and his wife practice together and if that doesn’t give you a warm, family dynamic, I don’t know what will. I will try to provide updates as I continue to heal, but very much looking forward to seeing the progress! And remember, ladies. If you’re looking for one surgery to correct all of your problems, that is not going to happen here or anywhere. He did a PHENOMENAL job and I’m sure the results will speak for themselves, but as in life, nothing is guaranteed and if god forbid I require any minor work or revisions in the future (because of the way I heal, not Dr. Been’s work), I would gladly and candidly speak to him about it and go back time & time again. I mention this only because I, myself, have been bombarded with images of perfection and wanting to achieve a certain outcome in addition to having had a traumatic experience with a previous doctor in the past where I attempted to have multiple honest conversations to correct the mistakes to no avail. If you’re on the fence, consider this a green flag! Thank you to everyone at Been Facial Plastics for treating me with such warmth, kindness, understanding, and patience. It means the world, coming from someone who was scarred in/from the past.