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28 Yr Old Lip Lift with Dr. Hornedski - Sugar Land, TX
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I had a rhinoplasty a while back which I LOVE,...
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I had a rhinoplasty a while back which I LOVE, however I've noticed my upper lip looks longer and ages me. I am excited about this procedure but I'm also weary because my surgeon isn't a fan of lip lifts and recommended I not get it:( but I'm determined and aware of the risks. So my concerns are: 1. looking strange or unnatural 2. Ruining my beautiful nose (had an alar reduction) 3. Having a terrible scar
I guess we will find out how it goes!
My consultation with Dr Hornedski went great and we were on the same page. He was nice and to the point and reassured me that my nose wouldn't be negatively impacted by the surgery. He said I needed a middle and corner lift. I'm really excited but super nervous. His office has been awesome. How I'm treated as a patient is huge to me and they have been so warm. Jana is picking me up from the airport no charge. That took a huge load off my shoulders. Now I'm just eating healthy and counting down the days! My flight is at 5am...yikes! I fly back the same day.
I was told there is a pharmacy across the street from their office so I can walk and get meds before the procedure. Can't wait!
I guess we will find out how it goes!
My consultation with Dr Hornedski went great and we were on the same page. He was nice and to the point and reassured me that my nose wouldn't be negatively impacted by the surgery. He said I needed a middle and corner lift. I'm really excited but super nervous. His office has been awesome. How I'm treated as a patient is huge to me and they have been so warm. Jana is picking me up from the airport no charge. That took a huge load off my shoulders. Now I'm just eating healthy and counting down the days! My flight is at 5am...yikes! I fly back the same day.
I was told there is a pharmacy across the street from their office so I can walk and get meds before the procedure. Can't wait!
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UPDATED FROM Joven
20 days pre
21 days until my lip lift surgery!
So anyone who has been following Dr. Horndeski's lip lift patients know that there are some reoccurring themes. He is conservative with how much he removes, so many patients will require another surgery to get the lip length they want. There is also a risk of smile/nose distortion.
My previous rhinoplasty taught me to wait a year before judging my results. My nose was swollen and crooked at 3 months then it evened out and narrowed down. With all the information (good and bad) about the surgery, I am still going through with it. My philtrum is at about 13mm. I really think this minor change is going to help my face harmonize. We shall see.
I had a prior alar reduction and my nasal sills do not fully meet at the columella, Hopefully that is a good thing? I'm posting pictures to show my alar scars and my nose up close.
My previous rhinoplasty taught me to wait a year before judging my results. My nose was swollen and crooked at 3 months then it evened out and narrowed down. With all the information (good and bad) about the surgery, I am still going through with it. My philtrum is at about 13mm. I really think this minor change is going to help my face harmonize. We shall see.
I had a prior alar reduction and my nasal sills do not fully meet at the columella, Hopefully that is a good thing? I'm posting pictures to show my alar scars and my nose up close.
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August 4, 2015
You are going into this with a lot of back ground knowledge and you seem realistic about the outcome as well as the overall process. Good luck and keep us posted! Anxious to see your results. I'm having this procedure done Friday with a Detroit surgeon.
August 7, 2015
Smart thinking! Yes Plastic surgery takes time to heal as I know well! Somehow that gets lost in translation for some patients. Many of us are so eager for that instant fix, instant gratification but the body doesn't work that way unfortunately. I hope it goes well for you!
August 7, 2015
Went very well and I posted a review with a couple pics. I was at 2.2!!! And Dr reduced based on 2/3 tooth show which was 1.3. That being said, he was conservative so if I feel the desire to revise I can do that knowing how this procedure works. Thanks!
UPDATED FROM Joven
3 days pre
4 days to go!
As I mentioned before, my philtrum length is 1.3cm and I'm hoping to get 5mm off or so. I want to get it right the first time (don't we all). I wasn't going to wear any makeup to the airport or my apt but the inlaws came to town this past weekend and I pick my face when I'm stressed. My left jaw/cheek now has embarrassing red marks on it. I guess he'll just have to clean the area beforehand : / My acne scars are the last on my list to get fixed but unfortunately I haven't seen any sure way to get rid of them without damaging the underlying skin/fat cells. I ate a largely raw vegan diet for a year and my skin cleared up almost perfectly, however the scars were still there. Everyone is like "oh you shouldn't pick" and "you're damaging your tissue" and I'm like "I know, I can't stop" it's like obsessive grooming. It happens when I'm exhausted and stressed and I always feel angry at myself afterwards.
When my skin was clear I had nothing to "groom" and I was starting to notice the scars healing too. That was a long side rant. if anyone has had success with acne scar treatment, feel free to let me know. although, it will probably end up being me getting back on the lifestyle/diet that clears my skin then waiting out to see if my scars get better over time. A lot of the treatments seem so risky. 4 days to go.....
When my skin was clear I had nothing to "groom" and I was starting to notice the scars healing too. That was a long side rant. if anyone has had success with acne scar treatment, feel free to let me know. although, it will probably end up being me getting back on the lifestyle/diet that clears my skin then waiting out to see if my scars get better over time. A lot of the treatments seem so risky. 4 days to go.....
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August 22, 2015
Hi. You are very beautiful but I have the same issue as you, I have and oval face and my lips aren't thin but the distance between my nose and lip make my upper lip look thin and make face look longer. I don't think lip injectable fillers will fix that. I wish you the best with your surgery but you look great either way!
August 24, 2015
I'm getting excited for you! Jana and her daughter will take great care of you! I flew out super early too but it might be nice getting back the same day and recovering in your own home. I couldn't sleep at all at the hotel that first night and kept wishing I was home. I have some acne scarring too and it always gave me the most angst. Is it tomorrow or Tuesday? Best :)
August 24, 2015
Thank you! Have you ever found anything to help with acne scarring? Your skin looks so smooth. My surgery is Tuesday.
August 25, 2015
Hope it went well! You are already so pretty and this will just make you look all the more so!
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You have obviously decided that the benefit you will receive from a lip lift will outweigh the scar you will get as well. I hope you achieve your dream and will be crossing my fingers for you and looking forward to seeing an update.
And about your lip lift, I would stay over 1 night. I know everyones different and from what Jena ( the sweetest girl ever!) said, most people fly out the same day.
However, I was in SEVER pain, no joke! There was no way in hell, I could've boarded with the (bloody) white gauge over my face and in that much pain. Don't make light of the lip lift, it's still a major surgery.
I read some people saying that their numbing shot lasted hours afterwards, in that case, flying out would be fine, however, mine faded as I was walking out. By then it was too late for pain killers.
I'm worried that your numbing shot will fade too soon as well, so save yourself the stress and stay the night.
*hugs*
I think he charges around 9,500 these days.