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San Diego LSL BAD Experience (62 Years Old) - San Diego, CA

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I had ALL the LSL procedures because I'm 62 years...

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PJinSanDiego
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I had ALL the LSL procedures because I'm 62 years young and figured I'd be disappointed IF I only had the LSL neck procedure and didn't try all of it, so I went for the full-deal on 10/8/08.  I had the LSL neck procedure, upper eyelids loose skin surgery, with neck/chin and lower eye bags liposuction.  I still have some pangs of pain from time to time all-over swelling, bruises under my eyes and severe scars on my eyelids to deal with.

I think I had the same surgeon as another San Diego reviewer in this review column because he was rough.  I would never choose this surgeon again because he has absolutely NO bedside manner whatsoever.  Due to this, I probably won't even go to my 1 mo. follow-up appt. unless I have problems for him to fix, like my eyelids...I cannot take much more of his condescending behavior and attitude...but all their docs appear to have that problem (I saw 2 different doctors during the after care there).  During the neck part of the surgery the doctor was a little rough, but I have faith that he is competent, did a good job and eventually everything will heal well and look good.  I am less happy with the incisions on my eyelids as they are unnecessarily rough, VERY visible and longer than I was told they would be, but like ALL of this surgery, I will not add negative comments about the results until I have completed the healing process and see the final results.  The doctor's medical assistant (a guy) was VERY kind, gentle and thorough, so that gave me some comfort during my appointments at the center.  The assistant was very patient and good to address any issues I brought up, which the doctors are NOT as good at.  As for the surgery procedure itself, it wasn't much worse than oral surgery...I've had dental implants with the same anesthetic and pain killers, and would relate this experience to that.

The main negatives I see at this point are: (1) they are not telling you up-front how painful the procedure is in fear of making you fearful; (2) they are not honest about the length of the recovery time (2-7 days PLEASE! More like 30+ days in all, at best) and I'm healthy, not a smoker or drinker, not a bleeder and I AM a quick healer, but still, the first week was rough!; (3) they obviously will operate on anyone (even the unhealthy) who will pay them;  (4) their corporate office (which everything LSL HAS to go through) is VERY DYSFUNCTIONAL (thank God I didn't need to have my surgery at the corporate center...now that would have really SCARED me!) and this did not give me a good feeling of their competence from the beginning going into this important surgery.  Corporate is very slow in responding to EVERYTHING...they even mailed my confirmation for the consultation appointment 2 days AFTER the appointment had taken place and there were many more examples of corporate's dysfunction and slowness in everything they had a hand in!  I'm sure this company operates like this to control that they get their share of this lucrative pot, but this company would be much more functional IF they allowed each LSL center to handle ALL their own appointments, consultations, etc.  Overall, I only had a small time frame to allow for this procedure and the healing, so I didn't have a lot of time to shop for a better price, etc.;  (5)  LSL does NOT stand behind their work or live up to their "1 year guarentee"...when you have a problem (which MANY do) they just ignore you and won't return your calls (dirt bags!).

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I would NOT recommend the doctor I had because he was rough and not very caring...he left me with the impression that he doesn't like women. The San Diego LSL Center may be okay, but IF I was going to go through something like this again, I would investigate doctors more and choose a different doctor. I was told he was the BEST, most experienced and advanced doctor doing these procedures, but I now think that was an over-blown unnecessary sales tactic.

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October 29, 2008
Boy was I glad to read this. So in reality you should expect alot longer recovery time. I feel so much better, since I am a really healthy person too.... so I was suprised that I would be in the 10% that need more time to heal. You really really made me feel so much better, I would love to be able to eamil you in person, if you would email me back I have pictures i would share with you too. I have ben taking them daily.Can't wait to see you after healing photo. Thank you for posting. yu really really made my day. -- Editor note: This user can be contacted privately by clicking on their username.
November 11, 2008
I'd be interested to see your after pictures
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November 13, 2008
I WILL post an after picture AFTER I am entirely healed. I am almost 5-weeks into the recovery process and I am much improved but not entirely healed yet (remember I had a lot done).
May 6, 2009
PJ It has been quite awhile...so anxious to see your AFTER PIC!!
November 14, 2008
I am considering this LSL procedure in Seattle. Like to connect with anyone willing to share info with me. Thanks!
November 18, 2008
Rita I had mine done in seatle. I am very happy with it, and my dr called me twice at home and was very happy to see me anytime I needed to talk to him.The office is very nice , plush and clean. Feel free to email me direct, I will answer any questions you have and send you b4 and after if you would like.He also does the real face lift, if that is what you would chose, My scars are very fine and thin, it has only been 4 weeks.I had basically no pain.
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November 17, 2008
Rita, My understanding from an acquaintance that had LSL at the Seattle center is that they are very good there and she was very pleased with her results and care. I have asked her to e-mail you, so hopefully she will and fill you in on her experiences there. Good Luck and feel free to e-mail me with any general questions you might have. P.J.
January 11, 2009
I am also considering the procedure here in Seattle, and would like any information you may have about their doctors, etc. Thanks so much.
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April 10, 2011
i'm considering a LSL in the Irvine area. Does anyone have anything to share about doctors at the LSL center? Please email and let me know.
October 4, 2011
You look beautiful!
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August 11, 2013
I am 3 months post and STILL have tightness, some numbness and itchy pangs. However, (due to necessity) I was out in public from the third day. Sort of "covered" I was, but no pain, and soon began getting told how good I look. It was certainly worth it and Dr. Rodriguez has excellent bedside manners. I did not have my upper eyes done at the time and am sort of getting cold feet about another downtime in my life. For the lift and laser I used the icing a lot and slept with lots of pillows propping me up in bed as we don't have a recliner. 5 stars to my Doctor!