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55 Yrs, African American Woman, Need Lower Face & Neck Rejuvenation - Stratford, NJ

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Like most others, It took a couple of years of...

pcovMarch 8, 2016
$8,000
Like most others, It took a couple of years of filler injections to realize that I just needed to go ahead and get a more permanent surgical solution. After weight loss and general aging, I needed a lift. Consulted with 2 surgeons who felt I didn't need a lift "yet". If it bothers me ...I need it.

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Anthony Corrado, DO

Anthony Corrado, DO

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carmelita030
March 12, 2016
Well said....more power to you.
pcov
March 13, 2016
Thank you, Carmelita. I'm sure i'll be 2nd guessing myself right up until the day, but I know I'm doing the right thing.
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MaMaof3also
March 21, 2016
Pcov...if it'll make you feel more confident and better about yourself then go for it. I just had a lift March 9th with Dr Harley in Ashville NC. I'm 56 yrs old and wanted to get rid of my turkey neck. Most of my friends and family thought I was crazy. I'm so glad I went through with it even though I'm still swollen and sore. But...if you are not comfortable with the surgeon, find a different one.
pcov
March 21, 2016
Which is why I am not telling many people because they would also tell me I was crazy! How are you feeling 11 days out?
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MaMaof3also
March 21, 2016
I'm doing pretty good. I'm still little swollen and sore. When I do too much I hurt pretty bad. Have hardness in some areas. Still sleeping sitting up. It's actually been a lot easier recovery than I thought it would be. Is your doctor putting you under or will you be awake?
pcov
March 22, 2016
i'm supposed to be going under. Don't tell me you were awake! and if so, what was that like?
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MaMaof3also
March 22, 2016
Doctor gave me some Valium, drew on my face then gave me shots on my face to deaden it. After that I fell asleep until he was all done. I walked out the same way I walked in. I was driven back to my hotel room. Someone stayed with me until the next. Was on my own from then on. Some actually woke up before Doctor was done with surgery but said they didn't feel anything. Recovery is supposed to be a lot easier when you're not put under.
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MaMaof3also
March 22, 2016
That's supposed to say that I was on my own day after surgery. 24-26 hrs is all you need someone with you after surgery.
pcov
March 22, 2016
wow! that's very interesting! I'd prefer that over being put under!
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MaMaof3also
March 22, 2016
Please check out Dr Harley in Ashville NC...it's called the Biltmore Lift. Check out all of our reviews. We all have traveled from did states and some from other countries to have him work his lift done. He's very honest humble and kind.
pcov
March 22, 2016
Well, that's a glowing recomendation.
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MaMaof3also
March 22, 2016
One day left b4 your big day. I'll be saying some prayers for you...you'll be in His hands...no better place! I'll be praying for your doctor too. You are going to look more Beautiful than you already are.
pcov
March 23, 2016
Are you still at the hotel? How long are you staying?
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MaMaof3also
March 23, 2016
No, I went home (Illinois) on the 16th after stitches were removed. On the 20th I flew into DC....I'm spending 9 days in Fairfax Va with my daughter and her family...grandkids are on spring break.
pcov
March 23, 2016
So you stayed at the hotel for more than 2 weeks"? wow!
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MaMaof3also
March 23, 2016
Oh no honey...I flew in late on March 7th, pre-op appointment March 8th, surgery March 8th then flew back home March 16th. The reason I stayed for week after surgery, Dr Harley doesn't want you flying before that. If I would have had someone to drive down with me then I could have gone home next day after he removed drain. I would have gone back in a week for stitches to be removed.
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MaMaof3also
March 23, 2016
Surgery March 9th...not March 8th! Duh! LoL
pcov
March 23, 2016
oh! got it!
wary
November 18, 2016
Did you settle on a different surgeon you liked? I had a very similar experience of discomfort.
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6 days pre

1 week to go and.....

pcovMarch 17, 2016
Actually, I think i look pretty good .....for my age! My neck actually looks tighter....in the right lighting. And If i hold my head just so........ i think I'm even looking younger lately! I even passed a mirror and didn't cringe. It's not so bad after all! Anyone else have similar thoughts right before they go under the knife?? LOL

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redda1
March 18, 2016
I hate to say it.....but I really have to agree with the doctors who didn't think you needed anything done!? All you need is some great lipstick and a beautiful smile and you will look better than most on here that had surgery. I always agree that those who want a lower face lift etc really need it.....but not you! Save your money, time and the hassle and pain of surgery and have a fun spring. I had a lower face lift two years ago that went well. I needed it! You are naturally beautiful. Take your money and buy a gorgeous outfit and maybe a cute spring leather coat and put some spring in your step with your new lipstick on and you will be killing it!
pcov
March 19, 2016
Hi redda1. I really appreciate the kind sentiment, but I think i'm tryna get rid of the problem before it gets worse. i can be out just feeling great and i'll pass a mirror, and say "oh yeah, i'm older". Mood totally changes, confidence diminishes, I can't have that. Sooo .....that's the reason i'm doing this. But thank you, you made me feel like I'll look really good afterward.....and I already have that great lipstick!
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5 days pre

lower face before pics

pcovMarch 17, 2016

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Zenzen66
November 9, 2018
Do you have a picture after the sugery?
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