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A close friend of mine (who thought I was nuts for doing this) saw me for the first time yesterday (4 days post-procedure), and stated that I looked at least 10 years younger (YES!!).
My only complaint thus far is my earlobes are still somewhat numb. But, since it hasn't even been a week - I will give it time. The muscles and skin have been through alot; and, healing will happen.
Your story lends realism to many accounts that I have read. Many people assume they will look normal in a day. These are the people who complain and bad-mouth the procedure. Too many factors go into recover - age / health / amount of work done / tolerance to pain. Best idea is to find out about the physician and do your research.
Dody 4/26/08
Thank you for your kind words and your question. The way it was explained to me is that it should last forever. That's not to say that you will look like a million bucks forever. It doesn't stop time, you will continue to age as you normally would, but it will set the clock back, so you will always look better than if you had nothing done. I hope that makes sense.
I think some people are disappointed for many many different types of reasons. One thing to consider is that with the high number of people who have had the lifestyle lift there are bound to be some people who have less than ideal results. This is going to be true with any procedure, surgery, product, service, what have you. I think the satisfaction percentage is actually pretty high for the lifestyle lift, but since they have done so many that number of dissatisfied people goes up too, even though the percentage is still low. Also, unhappy clients tend to be louder and more vocal than happy clients who just want to get back to their life and let people wonder why they look a little different.
Sometimes people seek cosmetic enhancement to fix the problems in their life, thinking everything will be fixed, but not so. So they vent.
I've read reviews by people who say they are disappointed because they had to wear a bandage after the process. Well of course you had to wear a bandage, silly. These people might not be doing all their homework and are not really aware of what to expect.
Others don't look great for as long as they expect because they don't take good care of themselves If you eat twinkies and ding dongs all day your jowls may come back.
All in all, I think its really important to do your homework, know what to expect in advance, and set realistic expectations. Also, pick a doctor you are confident in and trust.
Thank You
Great website
Thank you for your kind words. I love your name, by the way. I'm glad you are happy with your Lifestyle Lift.
The numbness you are describing is most likely a little bit of nerve damage. This is pretty common with most people who get some work done. But, no worries it will heal in time. For most people the numbness goes away anywhere from 3 months to a year after their procedure. I had a little numbness for a few months but it seems much better now.
Thanks!
I had the LL on March 12th and feel great and look very good. I am always so happy to see myself in the mirror now. I am 52 yo and I looked 62. Now I look 42!! :)
I have a question... Do the numness around the ears and on the side of the face go away eventually? It feels tender and num. I wonder if I'll ever feel my ears as they were before... How was it for you?
You look great and it was a great idea to create a web site. It sure does help others who are going thru it.
Thank you.
Leonor
Yes, I had my neck and lower face done tightened (w/ lipo). I didn't really research the Houston office as I had mine in Michigan.
When I had it done they told me Lifestyle Lift has been around since 2001 and performed around 100,000 procedures. A few good places to get Lifestyle Lift information:
1. the lifestyle lift website www.lifestylelift.com
2. cosmetic today has alot of Q&A with the doctors www.cosmetictoday.com, go to the forum section
3. try the search engines
4. ME! if there is anything specific, maybe I can help
Did you have just your neck done?
Have you heard any positive or negative things about the LL in Houston? I have seen a Dr. Smith from the Houston office.
Thanks
Carleen
Good question. I asked the same thing to Dr Khoury and this is how he explained it to me. Basically, you are setting back the clock. You are always going to look better than you did before, but your face will continue to age, there is still no cure for that.
Lifestyle Lift is a permanent improvement, but based on how well you take care of yourself, (diet, exercise, exposure to sun) and your genetics your face is still going to continue to age.
I hope that is helpful.
I am sorry for responding to you late. I didn't check my inbox in time.
To respond to your question, trust your instincts and go for it. You won't be disappointed. Are you going to the Troy Michigan office? If you are, ask for Dr. Khoury. He is wonderful and he tells you every little detail about what to expect, what you will feel and what you will hear. I was also scared about the shots but Dr. Khoury has these little tricks and before you know it you are done and he is ready to begin. I was like you before the procedure but because I trusted Dr. Khoury and he understood my concerns, he was able to make me feel comfortable. If this is something you want to do, go for it and don't let anyone or anything get in the way.
If I had to do it all over again, I would do it again. It was the best decision I ever made and well worth the money. Please let me know if you have anymore questions.
Good Luck!
Maureen
Could you take me thru the process from the consultant day thru the surgery day, every little detail.
Also when you have brusing where is it? Behind the ears, on face, neck, forehead?
Thanks for your time.
You look great.
Thanks so much for putting together this website. I'm amazed at how wonderful and gorgeous you look. what a difference. They did a wonderful job, you look like you're in your mid 30's. You give me hope to move forward on my own facelift. Thanks again!
I talked to you a week ago regarding my concerns about the Lifestyle Lift. I was glad that you took the time to inform me about what to expect. Thank you for sharing your pictures, you look great. You seem very happy and although I am still nervous I am scheduled for a lift on December 19th. Thanks again.
Best wishes!
Thanks for your question. Its true there are a lot of negative comments out there about the Lifestyle Lift, but it may depend on which doctor you go to. I've never read anything bad about Dr Khoury (only positive), I think that is a testament to his skill and his patients' satisfaction. Also, I know competing doctors play games and give their competitors poor reviews and leave bad comments because they are losing business. Thats not to say some of those reviews aren't true.
Dr Khoury isn't board certified, thats true, but he is board eligible and seeking his certification. In my opinion, he did an outstanding job on me. My sister just had it done two days ago by him also, she is happy to say the least.
I feel like I am almost completely done healing and can't rave enough about how much better this has made me feel. I'm still very happy.
Good luck!
Please keep pictures updated. I am thinking about having this done.
10 years younger