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Neck and "Gobbler" Under Chin Showing Signs of Aging, Also Upper Eyelids. Scheduled 11/19/2015 - Scottsdale, AZ
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I am fairly happy and lucky I have aged fairly...
57inAZOctober 30, 2015
WORTH IT$11,000
I am fairly happy and lucky I have aged fairly well so far.......with the help of botox and fillers along the way. However my neck is "crepey", starting to jowl and "gobbler" show's my age of 57. I tried e-matrix a couple years ago (similiar to ultherapy). It was painful, expensive and no visible results. Also, my upper eyelids have dropped and I would like to look more awake (also the right eyelid drops more than the left). I want something more permanent and decided with my sons wedding next June, I would like to look my best and NOW would be a good time to do it! My husband supports me, however, like most husbands does not think I need it and would prefer I didn't do it. I interviewed about 6 top plastic surgeons in Scottsdale and decided to go with Dr. Robert Spies. I felt he was the only one that really spent time with me, listening to my concerns as well as not trying to talk me in to other procedures, such as C02 lasering. I just competed the obagi blue peel which was a lot less expensive with good results for my sun damage and fine lines. I have posted that review as well.
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October 30, 2015
Good luck! Six months should give you plenty of time to heal and look fabulous for the wedding!
I'm on week six and feel almost normal. You will be so happy you did this! Good luck!
I'm on week six and feel almost normal. You will be so happy you did this! Good luck!
October 31, 2015
OMG! Your b4 and after pics are great. You look wonderful! The result on your neck/lower face is what I am hoping for:) Is a SMAS lift also different terminology for necklift with platysmaplasty? That is what I am doing (and upper eyelids) but I am hoping it will also help with the jowels I am getting. Also, I read the beginnings of your posts and wonder if you recommend arnica cream or the vitamin k or both for potential bruising? Also, is arnica 30c the same as 30x? I hope you dont mind all these questions, but you seem very knowledgable!. Also, since I have a hard time sleeping on my back did you use a wedge type pillow or any recommendations?
November 3, 2015
Can't wait to see your pics, you are already gorgeous! It will be here before you know it!! So excited for you!!
November 3, 2015
You are so sweet, I really appreciate all your info. I ordered my vitamin k, biotin and arnica! I have shown my husband your b4 and after pics and he couldn't believe the difference and how natural. He is concerned my face will change and I keep telling him its my neck and jawline only!
November 3, 2015
Aw, thanks 57! You are most welcome. I'm not sure of just the necklift/platsymal (which is the same thing, tightening your neck muscles) will address your Jowels. You should def get a clearer understanding of the smas lift which incorporates both lower face and neck lest you get disappointed when you wake up!
My sudden facial drop started right about your age, and by 61 it was awful! I am almost 8 weeks now and still have swelling and numbness, but it does not bother me. It will for a while, but it will go away.
You already are so pretty, I bet no one will notice, they will just think you are looking very, very good, which is what you want!
Can't wait for the pics!
My sudden facial drop started right about your age, and by 61 it was awful! I am almost 8 weeks now and still have swelling and numbness, but it does not bother me. It will for a while, but it will go away.
You already are so pretty, I bet no one will notice, they will just think you are looking very, very good, which is what you want!
Can't wait for the pics!
November 3, 2015
Thanks for the great comments once again!
The actual breakdown says:
1)rhytidectomy (lower)-removal of excess skin from neck and jowl areas with platymaplasty
2)Blepharoplasty-upper eyelid removal of excess skin and fat
My pre-op is next week so I will ask him to be more clear as I do not know if that includes the SMAS, but you are absolutely right I do not want to be disappointed!
The actual breakdown says:
1)rhytidectomy (lower)-removal of excess skin from neck and jowl areas with platymaplasty
2)Blepharoplasty-upper eyelid removal of excess skin and fat
My pre-op is next week so I will ask him to be more clear as I do not know if that includes the SMAS, but you are absolutely right I do not want to be disappointed!
November 3, 2015
Oh and my stitches will be under the chin and in front and behind ears, was that where yours were? I am really hoping the smas is part of it!
November 3, 2015
Yes, that's where my stitches were. You may not need the smas, just make sure he explains the procedures, what they will accomplish and he clear about what YOU want!
November 3, 2015
Thanks, so confused with the terminology! One more question, then I won't bother you (for awhile anyway,lol) About how many days was it hard to eat so I am prepared in advance-could always stand to lose a few pounds!
November 4, 2015
I would plan on 1.5 weeks of soft food. I could not suck on a straw either, my lips would not meet Lol! Drank lots of kefir, (a yogurt drink) it's also good if you are antibiotics, rice pudding, organic soups, pacific brand makes some low sodium, delicious ones. Papaya for nausea, that helped me with the anesthesia. It's really hard to chew at first, but that was me. If you don't like yogurt take a probiotic so you don't get a yeast infection if you are prone to them. I was eating ice cream floats, and I still lost weight, and I am not skinny! I could not even chew a gummy vitamin.
Go really bland for the first few days, or you could get nauseous.
Also, if you don't need the pain pills don't take them because it makes everything harder, but if you need them definitely take them.
Hope this helps.
Go really bland for the first few days, or you could get nauseous.
Also, if you don't need the pain pills don't take them because it makes everything harder, but if you need them definitely take them.
Hope this helps.
November 4, 2015
And don't try and do dishes and laundry or anything that could pull and stretch you for a few weeks. Everytime I got antsy and wanted to do stuff I reminded myself how much I spent and not to mess it up!
November 4, 2015
I am sure you will be thrilled with the results. At the age of 65, I had a face and neck lift performed by Dr. Spies. He is the best! It has been a year since my surgery and I not only look 10 years younger, I feel 10 years younger. Can't wait to see your photos.
November 9, 2015
Hi there! its me again. You mentioned you had a facelift with neck lift from Dr Spies. Did you do a lower face lift also? I am hoping just the necklift will help with jowling. My pre op is tomorrow! Thanks for your response!
November 4, 2015
I'm a few years older than you and feel I'm at the same juncture as you. I've gotten by on Restylane and Botox for the past 8 years but I think their effectiveness is starting to diminish. I was hoping to hold off anything more drastic for as long as possible but not sure I can. You look beautiful already, so I imagine you'll look even more beautiful afterwards. Good luck with your surgery (guess you're laying low this Thanksgiving lol!) and can't wait to hear all.
November 4, 2015
Thank you! I probably would have waited but with my sons upcoming wedding next year, felt the time was right! Yes, no cooking for me this year!
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3 days to go...!
57inAZNovember 17, 2015
Had my pre op and was given all my instructions last week. Told me to start taking the bromelain 3 days prior and start arnica day of. Also, told me to wear compression knee socks to hospital and for several days after. I ordered a wedge pillow, took all my prescriptions in and the only thing I still need is a good scar cream. I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for one? I am posting a few more "pre" pictures. Thanks to all of those that have given me suggestions (especially "makeitup":) and have wished me good luck!
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November 17, 2015
Omg! It's so close! Exciting! The only thing they want you to do is to keep the incisions clean. Once the stitches are out I kept mine moist with aquaphor.. you don't want them to scab over.
Email you doc to be sure he agrees, but that is what I did and it worked for me.
You look phenomenal for 57! You are going to look amazing soon! Good luck!
Email you doc to be sure he agrees, but that is what I did and it worked for me.
You look phenomenal for 57! You are going to look amazing soon! Good luck!
November 17, 2015
Good luck!!!!! I can't imagine you looking better than you already do. You are so beautiful now. You are going to be a knock out.
November 17, 2015
Good luck with your procedure, I am sure you will be thrilled. Arnica ointment for the scars. The Doctor will let you know when to start using it.
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That sounds like a husband all right. :D Thank you so much for starting your neck lift story. I'm sure I will be doing this in another 10 years (I'm almost 47). Please keep us updated on how it all goes. Cheering you on!
good luck!
DONT PICK,LOL!