Peggy’s Blog: Facelift Recovery
June 28th, 2010
The first 3 weeks were hard for me, as my brother died 2 days after my surgery. For the next couple of weeks I was depressed, but realized he was in a better place. Although this was a difficult time for me, as time passed, I was able to become more physically active. I think that it helped me to feel better both emotionally and physically. I could also see improvement in my recovery and I was looking better every week. I had the misconception in my mind that after 3 or 4 days I was going to look good? Wrong! Due to the swelling from the surgery, I looked better, but not like I do today. Dr. Bashioum does make a point to say that it takes up to 6 months for the swelling to pass and maybe that doesn’t sink in. I think the biggest thing I would tell anyone having a facelift, is to realize is that it takes time to get rid of the fluid build-up in your face and to be patient about recovery. I am 9 weeks post-op now and look and feel great. Every week it gets a little better.
Share this journey of renewal with me and check back to read my final thoughts about this experience and see my “After” photo.
Eyelid Nipntuck
June 21st, 2010
I frequently hear that nipntuck procedures for the eyes, called blepharoplasty are the best bang for the buck to freshen the appearance of the face. It is actually one of the surgeries that is popular with male patients, as well. It is a common belief that by removing eye bags, cosmetic surgery can restore a rested and more youthful appearance. I agree. Keen competition in the business world drives more executives to maintain this vibrant and healthy look. Repairing droopy eyelids for both men and women has an overall positive impact on patients’ quality of life.
The procedure involves the upper eyelids, lower eyelids or both. It is a common misconception that liposuction is used for eyelid surgery. Upper eyelids require removal of skin and a small amount of fat. Lower eyelids have fat repositioning, followed by re-draping the skin and muscle. Only a very small amount of skin is removed from lower eyelids. Patients usually have minimal bruising and may return to work in as little as a few days. Makeup easily covers slight bruising during recovery, however it needs to be applied with a light touch.
I have a conservative approach to eye surgery and avoid the more severe “almond eye” look that seems to be popular in Hollywood. My patients simply look more rested, like they’ve just come back from vacation. Here in Minnesota, mid-summer is a likely time for that “cosmetic surgery vacation.” I usually see a slight uptick in requests for facial rejuvenation surgery, particularly eyelid surgery and facelifts.
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