Cork On the Ocean
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Since the database isn't updating the 'face off" report, I thought I'd start a new thread for those that have been asking for a report, so here it is.
Well I did it guys. No general anesthesia, which really wasn't the bad part. They gave me a valium and injected lidocaine w/epinephrine all around the parts of my face they were doing.
Did the lower lift first which consisted of lipo under neck first. Then did jowl lipo. Then started cutting around my ears and yanking skin. Really couldn't tell when he was cutting but the yanking was unmistakable, kinda like when I had my wisdom teeth pulled. Not painful just could hear yanking from inside and pressure. I remember lying there and thinking what in the hell am I doing? I laughed several times and the doctor asked me if I was OK. I was laughing because I've done some really wild things - been on the 2nd highest peak of the Alps, been gliding, been on the top of a volcano - but this was the strangest thing I've ever done. The most discomfort during the procedure was some pricks when he injected the lido/epi and the cauterizing made a few muscle twitches. The eyes were clearly the scariest and still are.
OK, so now I look like someone beat the crap out of me. Sent photo to a couple of you. The ones that have them, give me your advise on whether I should post or maybe share privately to those who want to see. I really look like crap.
My eyes are really bruised, whole face swollen. Eyes were swollen shut but now open. Can't chew cause my neck and face are pulled so tight but doesn't seem distorted or anything - just swollen. My friend that had it done is in the same shape. We're in the same house and we've both been sleeping so much that maybe have seen each other 15 minutes each day. She didn't bruise at all but she only had upper lids. I had both and seems like lower lids caused all the bruising. Tomorrow we take off the head wraps so will have a better feel.
Been knocked out on pain meds since yesterday morning and am now just getting enough relief where i can get by with one Vicodan and stay awake for more time. My phones have been forwarded since I wasn't able to talk. Will probably take phone again tomorrow if I can. Thanks Audi and Allifunn, Got your messages. You're all so wonderful and I'm so happy to know such great people.
Kurt, that's EXACTLY what it feels like!
Ok, what else do you want to know. Happy to send before and after photos to those interested. Just not sure whether to do via email or openly. Maybe I'll post them if SJ posts his
. Ooh don't make me laugh it hurts 
Well I did it guys. No general anesthesia, which really wasn't the bad part. They gave me a valium and injected lidocaine w/epinephrine all around the parts of my face they were doing.
Did the lower lift first which consisted of lipo under neck first. Then did jowl lipo. Then started cutting around my ears and yanking skin. Really couldn't tell when he was cutting but the yanking was unmistakable, kinda like when I had my wisdom teeth pulled. Not painful just could hear yanking from inside and pressure. I remember lying there and thinking what in the hell am I doing? I laughed several times and the doctor asked me if I was OK. I was laughing because I've done some really wild things - been on the 2nd highest peak of the Alps, been gliding, been on the top of a volcano - but this was the strangest thing I've ever done. The most discomfort during the procedure was some pricks when he injected the lido/epi and the cauterizing made a few muscle twitches. The eyes were clearly the scariest and still are.
OK, so now I look like someone beat the crap out of me. Sent photo to a couple of you. The ones that have them, give me your advise on whether I should post or maybe share privately to those who want to see. I really look like crap.
My eyes are really bruised, whole face swollen. Eyes were swollen shut but now open. Can't chew cause my neck and face are pulled so tight but doesn't seem distorted or anything - just swollen. My friend that had it done is in the same shape. We're in the same house and we've both been sleeping so much that maybe have seen each other 15 minutes each day. She didn't bruise at all but she only had upper lids. I had both and seems like lower lids caused all the bruising. Tomorrow we take off the head wraps so will have a better feel.
Been knocked out on pain meds since yesterday morning and am now just getting enough relief where i can get by with one Vicodan and stay awake for more time. My phones have been forwarded since I wasn't able to talk. Will probably take phone again tomorrow if I can. Thanks Audi and Allifunn, Got your messages. You're all so wonderful and I'm so happy to know such great people.
Kurt, that's EXACTLY what it feels like!
Ok, what else do you want to know. Happy to send before and after photos to those interested. Just not sure whether to do via email or openly. Maybe I'll post them if SJ posts his
. Ooh don't make me laugh it hurts 
Thanks for sharing. I would love to see before and after pictures. Take care of yourself and I hope you heal fast!
We'll see, just another experience. Somehow I wish I had picked jumping from a plane :rofl: .
, My face is a balloon for sure! Imasunbum, the jury is still out on whether it's worth it or not. Basically, if it's a noticable difference, then it will be worth the few days of pain. The weirdest thing is the surgery itself. Wasn't painful, just weird being awake and knowing what the Dr is doing to your face. He said some people actually want a mirror to watch the procedure. Not me! Just shut up and do it! And he did. 
