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I Feel 40, but Look 70 - Spartanburg, SC

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I am expecting to not look like I have had a face...

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MS Rhonda
$12,573
I am expecting to not look like I have had a face lift. I don't want people asking me who my PS is. I expect to just look refreshed and well rested. I have reached the point to where I hate pictures of myself. My fiance has learned that I like pictures better when he holds the camera higher and I look up into the camera. I am so excited about the procedure. I am not one bit scared.

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Michael Orseck, MD

Michael Orseck, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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February 6, 2016
Wondering if you considered Dr Harley just up the road in Asheville? He has so many 5 star reviews here on RS, as many on Vitals, does faces only probably does more face lifts than any other in the Upstate driving area.
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February 6, 2016
I had considered Asheville, but it is such a long drive for me.
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February 7, 2016
Good Luck you are a beautiful lady and will even prettier I am scheduled with Dr. Harley on March 17 he is in Ashville NC. I am going to have a lower face and neck lift. This is a great website to help and support us.
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February 7, 2016
My sil has a consult with Dr Harley next month. Thank you for the kind words. Let's stay in touch.
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February 7, 2016
She will really like him and his staff he lets u make the decision and does not try to sell I things I don't need
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February 8, 2016
You have beautifu skin and features. You'll have amazing results. I'm not scared either and was thrilled when I booked my date. But the waiting is a bit nerve wracking! If I had it to start over again I would have tried to book mine without so much waiting time! Going to Costa Rica in March but wish I was booked for February!
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February 9, 2016
Thank you for the kind words. One of my friends also went to Costa Rica. She was very pleased.
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February 8, 2016
Hi Rhonda - I am in Clemson and also getting a FL this spring! I know what you mean about camera angles - there are very few that don't make me look like an old jowl-beast these days. I wish you all the best - I've heard good things about your doc.
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February 9, 2016
It's good to know that you've heard good things about Dr. Orseck. My ex co-worker age 74 had breast cancer two years ago. She is seeing Dr Orseck and loves him. I applaud her for wanting maintain her youthfulness and beauty by having breast reconstruction at her age. I need to add some really harsh photo's on here. Then I can really see the difference he is going to make for me. Best of luck and let's stay in touch.
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February 18, 2016
Thank you for commenting. It is so hard to let hubby post pics of me on Facebook. He learned to hold the camera over my head and snap the picture. LOL. What men do for love! PS he is a huge Clemson fan. Go tigers!
February 19, 2016
I had reconstructive surgery Dec. 18th... DIEP flap delayed surgery... Should have done it YEARS ago!! So many people make negative comments about pain, procedure and docs til you are not sure who to use!! Having worked in the medical field for years you get to know lots of docs etc. I was very please with Dr Michael Orseck!! Bedside Mann and obvious caring for his patinets! All of his staff are nice and helpful!!
Getting ready for phase II of the surgery! Breast reduction on other side! Any scar revision, nipple construction, etc on the reconstructed side and tummy area where he took the skin/fat! So excited!!
Great surgeon!!!
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March 3, 2016
I am glad to hear from you. It's good to know that you think very highly of Dr. Orseck.
UPDATED FROM MS Rhonda
2 months pre

Surgery date has been moved to 4/18/2016

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MS Rhonda
I know it's only three days, but it will seem much longer for me. I am ready today.

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February 19, 2016
You're a pretty lady and will look prettier! Good luck on your procedure. I look forward to reading your updates.
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March 3, 2016
Awe thank you. I am so excited.
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March 3, 2016
So how did it go? How do you feel?? How do you look? Are you swollen? Happy? Tell all please!
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March 3, 2016
Oops it's April. Sorry to make you more anxious !
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March 3, 2016
It's not until 4.18.16.
UPDATED FROM MS Rhonda
5 days pre

Six more days until facelift!

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MS Rhonda
So, I had my pre-op with my doctor 4/6/2016. He told me what he will be doing and took my before pictures. He will do upper eyes, lower eyes, cheek lift with fat injections, fractional laser resurfacing, and neck lift. I will have to sleep on my back with neck elevated for ten days. I was written prescriptions for Keflex, Percocette, Valium, and phenergan. I will have to use gauze soaked in ice water on my eyes. I was also instructed to get lubricating eye drops and eye ointment. I'm a bit scared about my eyes, because there is a chance they won't close when I sleep. I will have to wash my hair in baby shampoo. I can wash my face in two days with warm water. Also talking must be kept to a minimum because talking can increase swelling and bruising. So many do's and don'ts I sure hope I can remember them all.

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April 13, 2016
Hi there - I was just thinking of you and wondering how you were doing! I know - it's a huge amount of information to remember, isn't it? I am so excited for you! Can't wait to hear how it goes ... I just know you will have a beautiful result.
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April 13, 2016
I will post pictures throughout my journey. Thanks for the kind words.
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April 13, 2016
Almost there. I hope everything goes well for you.
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April 13, 2016
Thank you. I am almost in a state of disbelief that I am so close. Wow!
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April 13, 2016
You must be safely on the other side now. Thinking of you and wishing you well.
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April 13, 2016
Ooops...Not yet there! Wishing you well anyway!
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April 13, 2016
Yes, surgery was moved to 4/18/16, so I wait. I'm getting very excited now. Thank you for the well wishes.
April 16, 2016
Woohooo! monday!!!!
You will do fine; i did ask for a Scopolomine
patch behind my ear bc i get car sick very easy n am also easily sickened by anesthesia...just food for thought...i learned the hard way!!
April 13, 2016
I will be following your journey. Good luck and I hope you have a speedy recovery.
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April 14, 2016
Good luck! How exciting!