Top 5 Body Complaints: #2- Jowls
November 1st, 2010
The development of jowls is one of the early signs of aging, along with laugh lines and laxity in the neck (commonly referred to as turkey waddle). Women presenting with this concern, are unhappy with this change in their facial appearance. Correcting jowls is generally done as part of an overall facelift procedure, but the surgery may be done alone . Droopy jowl correction may be accomplished by trimming fat or by repositioning it at a higher level, then adjusting the skin for a more youthful appearance. Jowls may also be somewhat disguised by injecting fat along the jaw line to plump up the area, or by a combination of the procedures that I have mentioned. According to ASAPS statistics, there were approximately 95,000 jowl rejuvenation surgeries performed in the U.S. for 2009, representing a major component of facelift surgery.
Peggy’s Blog: Facelift Recovery Conclusion
June 30th, 2010
I decided to share my experience on the blog because I think anyone considering a facelift can benefit from the experience of others who have had the procedure. Maybe the most important word to remember throughout your recovery process is “patience.” A facelift is not a quick fix, but major surgery and it takes time to lose the swelling, fluid build-up and it takes awhile for everything to get back to normal. I can’t wait to really see my own final result.
I also suggest that you shouldn’t go into it thinking it will make you look like a movie star when it is done.
Having realistic expectations is a topic that Dr. Bashioum discusses during an office consultation. I feel comfortable with the way I look now. My son was actually concerned I would look like some of the older women on TV that have had excessive cosmetic surgery, but he had no need to worry because that is not what I was seeking. A quick look through Dr. Bashioum’s Before/After photos shows his more natural approach for facelifts and my result is predictably in line with them.
In closing, I am pleased with my facelift results. Life is short, so I hope to live the rest of mine looking good!
Thank you for sharing this incredible experience with me.
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