[katerogers]

When I was 40 I promised myself that when I couldn't tell where my face left off and my neck began I would get a facelift. Well, I just turned 60 - the first birthday that has really bothered me, by the way - and, as predicted, I have been graced with a second, spare, chin. Personally, I would have no problem admitting to having work done, but, I know some women would rather run naked through every neighborhood in the Villages before admitting to it - although probably only those who have had everything lifted would be willing to go to that length to keep their secret.

Anyway, I'm hoping this post might prompt those who are proud of their new look might come forward to educate me and others about the realities of having a facelift - the good stories and bad. Now that the time has come to put my money where my extra chin is I find my feet are freezing up.

Katie

[Parker]

Don't know a thing about it other than a bad lift looks so bad. The doctor you choose should be held to an 'artist' standard and have an excellent reputation. I bet you look just fine as you are, but whatever you choose, I hope you feel fabulous!

[katerogers]

I appreciate the vote of confidence, but, let's face it we all feel 35 inside. It's the mirrors that ruin the illusion.

Katie

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[Bonnevie]

post-op is supposed to be excruciatingly painful. people who've had it said they wouldn't do it again. There's always the potential for nerve damage. Think very seriously before letting someone cut your face.

[jblum315]

And please don't think it will make you look 40 again. It will make you look like someone who has had work done on her face.

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[Lark7]

Do what makes you happy !

[Parker]

Originally Posted by katerogers

I appreciate the vote of confidence, but, let's face it we all feel 35 inside. It's the mirrors that ruin the illusion.

Katie

Your picture here shows a very nice looking woman, and frankly, I don't see that second chin. Maybe you just need a new mirror and better lighting.

[Newbeginnings]

A friend of mine had a mini facelift, (fixed the turkey neck and a brow lift) she looks fabulous and would do it again. When she went back to work everyone thought she looked very well rested. The surgeon did a great job and it doesn't look pulled or fakey looking. Go for it, but research the Plastic Surgeon, the PS are medical licensed in the state and any complaints, lawsuits are listed. Due diligence is a must.

[katerogers]

It looks like there is no middle ground here. Of course, the Joan Rivers look is not my goal. Actually, what convinced me to go through with it was after reading the Sky magazine on a recent Delta flight. The whole issue was dedicate to the best doctors in the United States. Under the 'Plastic Surgeon' category (and the picture on the front of the magazine) the number 1 guy was a Mark Constantine. I just assumed he lived in LA or Miami or Palm Beach. You can imagine my surprise when I discovered he had an office in Nashua, New Hampshire - only an hour away from me - What were the odds?

Senior Citizen - Remembering your grandmother as 'granny' although a wonderful sentiment is exactly why I'm motivated to do this. I would rather my grandchildren remembering me as 'My Nana who held up well"

Newbeginnings - Thanks, I was hoping to hear more of these responses. Actually, I'm surprised that at the Villages - with so many at an age where we would like our outside to look a little more like our inside more would be willing to admit they had had work done and could tell me what it did for them. I'm hoping the effect is not so drastic as to end up looking like the Joker, but, to where people you know think you have a live-in facialist (is that even as word?)
Parker - You just have to know how to cock your head before the shot. But, thank you for the compliment
Hope2soon - Excruciatingly painful? None of my research has suggested that. I fact most every article suggests you might feel only mild discomfort. Did you have work done?

Katie

[redwitch]

katie, I haven't had anything done for aging but have had plastic surgery for some facial damage after an incident. It was a bit more than a mild discomfort but nothing that I couldn't live with and you'd have to have known me pre-surgery to know anything was done.

As to doing it for whatever reason, that's a personal choice. It has nothing to do with what your spouse, friends or online folks think or say -- it was what makes you happiest and most comfortable. Joan Rivers has said more than once that she doesn't regret any surgery she has had and is so comfortable with the idea that she has supported her daughter in getting plastic surgery. So, go for it and best of luck when you do!

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[gocubsgo]

Go have facials and stay out of the sun! DO NOT have a face lift. Once you have one, you have to have several to keep the look. Also, there is a thread started on the Lifestyle Lift where they use fishhooks and wire to pull your face back behind your ears!!

Age gracefully, tone, exercise, tons of water again NO SUN and stay away from knives. Just my 2 cents worth.

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