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40, Lower Transconjunctival Blepharoplasty with Fat Redistribution. San Antonio, TX
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Dr Barerra gave me my confidence back. I've had...
ByebyebagsMarch 18, 2016
WORTH IT
Dr Barerra gave me my confidence back. I've had eye bags for as long as I can remember and learned to accept them but this year they had grown so much that when I looked in the mirror all I saw were bags. I met with Dr Barrera on 3/10 and was in surgery on 3/17 (today!) and I couldn't be happier.
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I've never had any type of surgery and was absolutely terrified to the point where I was having panic attacks the day before surgery. I called Monica, Dr Barrera's assistant and asked her to basically give me a pep talk. I couldn't be more grateful for how understanding and helpful she was and she gave me the courage to move forward and I'm so glad I did.
Preparation:
A few days before surgery I started taking the 30x pill form of Arnica Montana and now foods quercetin with bromelian to help with swelling and bruising.
I also picked up some topical arnica gel, extra strength Tylenol and a refillable ice bag and gel masks with eye holes... I greatly prefer the ice bag it stays cold longer and is ready on demand since you just toss ice cubes in.
I also picked a high elevated wedge pillow since I knew I'd be needing to sleep upright. I found using the wedge with one of those airplane neck pillows was quite comfortable. I also purchased an elevated foam leg rest to keep me from sliding down the wedge pillow and the configuration is quite cozy. I haven't tried sleeping yet since i had the surgery this AM.
Day of surgery:
A friend of mine drove me and helped keep me calm. I kept reminding myself I could just bolt if I changed my mind at the last minute lol. The waiting room is the worst part once you get called back to the surgery prep center the staff does an excellent job distracting you and keeping your calm. Dr Barrera's anesthesiologist, Dr. Neighbors, was just great she could tell I was nervous and really put me at ease. Everyone was so friendly I felt safe and confident entering surgery I remember getting rolled into surgery and then waking up.
My surgery was over at 9:30 am and It's 11pm now. I feel great, the hardest part of post recovery is not overdoing it. I had a lot of energy when I got home and felt just fine. No pain. Tiniest bit of swelling and bruises. I did follow Dr. Barerra's guidelines to a T plus continued to take my Arnica Montana and bromelian pills.
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I'll update as I progress. I used this site heavily in preparation and there weren't many transconjunctival belpharoplasty with fat redistribution reviews so I am writing this to aid others looking into this procedure.
Pre-opt
I've never had any type of surgery and was absolutely terrified to the point where I was having panic attacks the day before surgery. I called Monica, Dr Barrera's assistant and asked her to basically give me a pep talk. I couldn't be more grateful for how understanding and helpful she was and she gave me the courage to move forward and I'm so glad I did.
Preparation:
A few days before surgery I started taking the 30x pill form of Arnica Montana and now foods quercetin with bromelian to help with swelling and bruising.
I also picked up some topical arnica gel, extra strength Tylenol and a refillable ice bag and gel masks with eye holes... I greatly prefer the ice bag it stays cold longer and is ready on demand since you just toss ice cubes in.
I also picked a high elevated wedge pillow since I knew I'd be needing to sleep upright. I found using the wedge with one of those airplane neck pillows was quite comfortable. I also purchased an elevated foam leg rest to keep me from sliding down the wedge pillow and the configuration is quite cozy. I haven't tried sleeping yet since i had the surgery this AM.
Day of surgery:
A friend of mine drove me and helped keep me calm. I kept reminding myself I could just bolt if I changed my mind at the last minute lol. The waiting room is the worst part once you get called back to the surgery prep center the staff does an excellent job distracting you and keeping your calm. Dr Barrera's anesthesiologist, Dr. Neighbors, was just great she could tell I was nervous and really put me at ease. Everyone was so friendly I felt safe and confident entering surgery I remember getting rolled into surgery and then waking up.
My surgery was over at 9:30 am and It's 11pm now. I feel great, the hardest part of post recovery is not overdoing it. I had a lot of energy when I got home and felt just fine. No pain. Tiniest bit of swelling and bruises. I did follow Dr. Barerra's guidelines to a T plus continued to take my Arnica Montana and bromelian pills.
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I'll update as I progress. I used this site heavily in preparation and there weren't many transconjunctival belpharoplasty with fat redistribution reviews so I am writing this to aid others looking into this procedure.
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Replies (8)
May 13, 2016
Your results are amazing! I have had this same genetic problem all my life and I've recently taken to restylene injections as a means to postpone surgery but your successful procedure really motivates me! I can see where any incision was made- was it on the inside of the lid? Would you mind helping me better understand what the procedure involved exactly so I can ask my doctor about it? I appreciate you sharing this experience, it's very helpful.
May 15, 2016
The incisions were on the inside of the lower lid so they weren't visible. No stitches are required with that method since the incision is done with a laser that seals the wound.
May 15, 2016
You look fantastic. So happy for you- I hope if I get this done I have results as nice as yours. Thanks for sharing.
September 15, 2016
I live in SA also, and am interested in this procedure. What was the cost?
September 15, 2016
Fat repositioning? What does that exactly mean? Fat from another part of your body was taken or moved around the fat already in your eye?
UPDATED FROM Byebyebags
24 hours post op
ByebyebagsMarch 18, 2016
I slept pretty well on my wedge pillow and got up every 3 hours to ice my eyes.
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March 19, 2016
What kind of anesthesia did they use? General? Were you in a hospital or surgicenter? You look great!
March 19, 2016
Thank you :) My surgery was performed in a hospital, I'm not sure what kind of anesthesia was used but I was full under. I was also given a patch on my neck to prevent nausea and it totally worked, you may want to ask your anesthesiologist for this I don't know if they all do it or not.
UPDATED FROM Byebyebags
48 hours post surgery
ByebyebagsMarch 19, 2016
I can see a little bit of improvement over yesterday. Still a tiny bit of swelling and bruising. I'm So happy I did this I can't wait to see what I look like once I can wear contacts and makeup again.
I've also scoured this site and others in preparation for my procedure, but as you said it's quite hard to find reviews of people who've had fat re-positioned instead of just taken out all together.
My procedure is booked on the 30th March, it's also my first time with major surgery and I'm super nervous, so I'll definitely be keeping up with your progress on this site. Hope your recovery is going well so far!