Facial plastic surgery experiences?

[KimR]

I just made an appointment for a plastic surgery consultation! I am so nervous. I've been thinking about this for a long time and always knew that eventually I'd have some work done so it's not that I'm unsure of whether I want this. I think it's just the fact that I have been contemplating this for so long but it was always 'someday, down the road'. Now that someday is here.

I'm wondering if anyone here has had any experiences with this - good or bad, I want to hear it all. I think the thing I fear most is that the results will be disappointing - not bad, necessarily; just not what I am hoping for. I don't think I have unrealistic expectations - I know I'm not going to wind up looking beautiful but I am hoping that there will be a discernible difference. Also, my family isn't terribly supportive (though DH is trying very hard).

 

[wide awake]

I've had a facelift (age 42), and a browlift (age 44). I have been extremely pleased w/ the results. I didn't want to change my original face, just wanted to get rid of signs of aging. I would do it again in a heartbeat, and DH, who wasn't terribly thrilled w/ the idea, LOVES the results. He has been happy about the work on my body too. If you've thought it out, found a PS you trust...and sometimes that takes some shopping around, I had a gut level feeling when I sat down w/ my PS...but he was the 3rd I'd talked to...then I'd go ahead w/ it.

 

[lg3]

KimR, Do you have an idea of what which procedure(s) you are thinking of having done?

 

[KimR]

Well, for one thing I want a nosejob. Also I have some slight sagging (not a lot) and no cheekbones - I don't know exactly what procedure would best fix that. I know there are several options (mini-facelift, implants, fillers?) and I'm counting on my surgeon to come up with the most effective procedure.

Honestly, I feel like my face has a somewhat masculine look to it. I am a very feminine 'girly-girl'. I'm never without make-up and I love to dress up and look glamorous but whenever I do I feel like despite my best efforts, I wind up looking like a bad transvestite. I'm hoping these procedures will 'soften' my face a bit and give me a more feminine look.

 

[KimR]

Oh, and wide-awake, I am so glad your DH is pleased with the results. I had a procedure about 5 years ago on my mouth/teeth that my DH was initially against but he loves the results now. I'm hoping for the same this time around. At the very least he said if it makes me happy and less self-concious then it will be worth it.

 

[DisneyMommyMichelle]

just wanted to say good luck with whatever you decide!!

 

[lg3]

Well, for one thing I want a nosejob. Also I have some slight sagging (not a lot) and no cheekbones - I don't know exactly what procedure would best fix that. I know there are several options (mini-facelift, implants, fillers?) and I'm counting on my surgeon to come up with the most effective procedure.

My sister got a nose job many years ago, and is very happy with it. She literally this week had a brow lift. I'll let you know how that went - I should be talking to her in a few days. I know she did a LOT of research on finding the right doctor, and talked to people who had them done. There is a lot to consider. I say if it makes you feel better, and you can afford it, go for it.

 

[poohluvrs]

I would like an eyelid lift....I hold them up in the mirror all the time

Seriously, I would do it if I wasnt so afraid of the anesthesia....

 

[rie'smom]

I had my nose done. It was very minor-just the tip bobbed. Hardly any pain at all. My mom had a face lift and said it was the most painful experience of her life. Mom said childbirth was a breeze in comparison and she was in labor for at least 15 hours with each of us!

 

[KimR]

I had my nose done. It was very minor-just the tip bobbed. Hardly any pain at all. My mom had a face lift and said it was the most painful experience of her life. Mom said childbirth was a breeze in comparison and she was in labor for at least 15 hours with each of us!

yikes!!! How long did the pain last?

 

[lg3]

My sister got a nose job many years ago, and is very happy with it. She literally this week had a brow lift. I'll let you know how that went - I should be talking to her in a few days. I know she did a LOT of research on finding the right doctor, and talked to people who had them done. There is a lot to consider. I say if it makes you feel better, and you can afford it, go for it.

A little update - just talked with my sister. She said she STILL has a lot of bruising, and got some Dermablend make-up at JC Penney to cover it up, but that she thinks by the looks of things so far it is fantastic. I asked her to send me a picture, so I could see.