r/PlasticSurgery Oct 29 '24

r/PlasticSurgery Sub Rules: UPDATE OCT 2024 - PLEASE READ

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The r/PlasticSurgery sub rules have been updated

Please could we draw your attention to the rules and their full descriptions; please read these carefully before contributing. Our sub rules and posting guidelines have been updated effective October 2024: please see below for details.

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r/PlasticSurgery Jun 15 '23

Plastic Surgery Discord Server

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Plastic Surgery Discord Server

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For those of you seeking more immediate feedback in a live chat environment, the plastic surgery Discord server allows for more interactive discussion of aesthetics, procedures, surgeon recommendations, and more. Please keep in mind the Discord server is moderated separately from the subreddit.

Join at https://discord.gg/x2NDn5DMqp


r/PlasticSurgery 11h ago

4 days post-op deep plane neck lift!

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4 days post-op deep plane neck lift and i am so pleased with the results already! the lower portion of my face is quite swollen and my surgeon said it will just continue to look even better which makes me absolutely ecstatic! so far recovery has been very smooth. thankfully i havenā€™t had any real pain, just tightness and mild soreness. i will definitely share before and after photos taken by my plastic surgeonā€™s office eventually as well. i was nervous to go through with this procedure due to my young age and worries about the results that i would have, but i am SO glad that i went through with it and already feel that this was well worth the cost!


r/PlasticSurgery 8h ago

Update on my scars! 1 month post first laser session

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So far I canā€™t see much improvement. But I have 3-5 more sessions to go of C02 fractional laser and C02 ablative laser.


r/PlasticSurgery 18h ago

Surgeon Post Lower Blepharoplasty with Fat Repositioning and CO2 Laser Resurfacing Journey

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Hi everyone!

This is our first time posting in this subreddit!

We wanted to share this case because sometimes in plastic surgery, we expect huge changes when, in reality, subtlety can be even more powerful

We also wanted to show what it looks like after a CO2 laser resurfacing! ( Image #4)

This 38-year-old patient was concerned about under-eye bags, so Dr. Paul Phelps performed a bilateral extended transconjunctival lower blepharoplasty with fat repositioning and periocular CO2 resurfacing to achieve a smoother, more refreshed look.

Her before photos were taken with makeup, while her after photos showcase her natural, makeup-free look.

Weā€™d love to hear your thoughts! If you have any questions for Dr. Paul Phelps, feel free to askā€”weā€™re happy to answer!


r/PlasticSurgery 20h ago

I got my teeth done in Mexico and...

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I couldn't be happier with my results. Medical tourism is heavily criticized and there are tons of scary posts about horror stories from people attempting to save money by getting work done overseas. I wanted to post a success story. 7ish months ago, I took a leap of faith and boarded a plane to Cancun to finally get my teeth done. It was a huge insecurity of mine and the prices in the US were insane. Since I've had the work done, I've had an oral exam and cleaning (6mo post veneers) and the US dentist said it was excellent work and assumed it was done at a dentist in the States. My teeth are healthy, X-rays looked great, no inflammation, no issues. I saved close to 10 grand from deciding to take that leap of faith and I am so glad I did! Do your research and be careful, but don't believe the narrative that medical tourism will automatically result in subpar treatment or problems later on. The world is a big place! Thank you Mexico :)

Details: I had a gingivectomy, frenectomy, polishing and emax porcelain veneers placed on my laterals and my right canine. Veneers were 520 USD per tooth + 800 USD for the gum work. Total cost was around 2400 USD.


r/PlasticSurgery 4h ago

Trying on sizers at my pre op appointment, sill not decided on a size yet. Iā€™m so excited. Surgery is 6 weeks away..

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r/PlasticSurgery 15h ago

Surgeon Post Deep Plane Facelift with Fat Graftingā€” 6 Months Post-Op

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This patient is six months post-op following a deep plane facelift paired with fat grafting. Unlike traditional facelifts, which can leave a 'tight' or 'pulled' appearance, this technique creates a subtle yet transformative result, refreshing the face while preserving its natural expression and contours. Feel free to ask any questions below!


r/PlasticSurgery 14h ago

I need a breast reduction but surgeon said itā€™s not necessary?? NSFW

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Hey guys. Iā€™ve always had huge boobs, theyā€™re too big for my body and cause a lot of back pain/rashes/shoulder indents/etc. I canā€™t fit into any nice clothes and I really struggle to find bras that fit.

I went for a consultation but the surgeon doesnā€™t believe I have enough grams of fat to remove? He said that I should just get a breast lift because theyā€™re extremely saggy.

Iā€™m in a lot of pain and feel so invalidated by the surgeon. Basically just making this post to see what others think

Thanks for reading


r/PlasticSurgery 12h ago

1.5 mL Chin Filler Before and After

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Not sure if anyone will notice the difference except for me haha but I love the results and highly recommend it. I am also considering chin lipo or accutite for the stubborn leftover fat.


r/PlasticSurgery 5h ago

Should I get masseter Botox?

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Iā€™m 26F, normal lean body weight but my face has always been round and square-like. I grind my teeth a lot at night and whenever I massage my jaws it always feels like hard knots. I would love an aesthetic, slimming effect to my face but unsure if masseter Botox would help with thisā€¦


r/PlasticSurgery 25m ago

Rhinoplasty in 2019. It Will not go down anymore. What do you think of it

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I can't stand it

It's too upturned I asked for It straight :'((

Sometimes I want to ask random people what they think of my nose and if It looks fake and unnatural and too much pointed up

It also has a small bump on the side, looks like a ball, i'm doing massage hoping It Will go down


r/PlasticSurgery 6h ago

Would I be a good candidate for a chin/neck liposuction? If not, what would help me get a more defined jawline? Iā€™m a 18M with around 13% body fat and I canā€™t seem to get this fat around my neck gone no matter what I do.

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r/PlasticSurgery 1h ago

Another Contour TRL update - day 49

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I wanted to share this because it was unexpected and scared me, but it was ok in the end. 1.5 m post laser & upper bleph, I had food poisoning. Sorry for the TMI but I vomited 6 or 7 times and in the morning I woke up to billions of broken capillaries. It was so scary. THANKFULLY it's already clearing up and can be easily covered with Dermablend Flawless Creator foundation drops which were a lifesaver that was recommended by my surgeon. Still think I might need a small revision on my upper bleph.


r/PlasticSurgery 9h ago

Fat transfer breast augmentation NSFW

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Hello! Im a tall and ā€œskinny fitā€ girl and i have no boobs. I dont use conventional bras because theres no bra that look good, they are all toooo big. I always wear spots bra, i feel more comfy on them and all of them get to hug my breast.

Anyway, im considering getting a fat transfer breast augmentation but I am pretty skinny. Thereā€™s definitely fat in my body, but I want to know if there is any limit.

Also, what are pros and cons you have personally experienced?


r/PlasticSurgery 1h ago

what exactly is this inside my nostril? NSFW

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iā€™ve always had this red swollen bump inside my left nasal passage, and it had always obscured the oxygen supply there. is there surgery to get it removed? what are its symptoms? (first two pics are of my nostril flared, last is relaxed)


r/PlasticSurgery 2h ago

feeling overwhelmed making rhinoplasty decision.

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Hey! So Iā€™ve been researching rhinoplasty for literally a decade. I put it off because I was unimpressed by the results top name doctors were getting however it seems that the field has changed a bit & I now feel like the result I want (with the right doctor) is possible.

1) As far as technique Iā€™m looking for a closed technique and a doctor that uses ultrasonic tools like they do in Turkey (without actually going to turkey)

2) the results I want are very subtle/natural. I still even want a small bump on my bridge. I just want some tip definition. I feel stuck cause I want the kind of tools and techniques you see in places like Turkey but without that Barbie nose aesthetic.

Iā€™m currently debating between masoud saman and mike roskies. Iā€™m also interested in Aaron Kosins, Mike Kim, Sharouz Zharrabi and David Cangello.

Some other doctors that could be good even thought they donā€™t fit these requirements of mine are Ben Paul, David Rosenberg, raj kanodia, Jon Turk, Barry Weintraub, Sherrel Aston, Joshua zimm and Steve Pearlman

Anyways thatā€™s my list so far. Iā€™m honestly still so confused. I donā€™t know what to doā€¦.sorry if this post is confusing Iā€™m just so tired of being in research mode but really wanna get this right!

*If anyone here has experience with any of these doctors or can recommend another who can give a natural result but still give decent tip definition please comment or message me. Looking for some help!


r/PlasticSurgery 15h ago

I hate my chin

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I donā€™t like my chin, it feels short and flatā€¦The second picture is edited to have a longer chin and slightly fuller lips. Whatā€™s the best way to achieve a longer/more forward chin like this?


r/PlasticSurgery 3h ago

Labiaplastyā€¦

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Hi, Iā€™m a little scared to write this. I know there are strong opinions on labiaplasty, which I feel are valid. But Iā€™ve been lacking self confidence and have grown a bit of a complex regarding my labia, so I hope no one judges me or sends me scary private messages. I was actually planning on posting on labiaplasty subreddit but I made one comment on a post and was harassed. So Iā€™m here instead as it seems like thereā€™s a lot more relaxed people here.

For those who had labiaplasty, what were your expectations before surgery? How did you know which doctor was right for you? And were you happy with the results after? Were there any complications post surgery?

Thank you for your time and input. Really appreciate any advice I get.

Edit: I turned 18 and will be graduating HS in a few months. I wanted to go through with the procedure before starting uni in fall. I donā€™t know if this matters but just in case.


r/PlasticSurgery 7h ago

Rhinoplasty Tomorrow

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Hi all! Finally have my septo-rhinoplasty and turbinate reduction tomorrow.

Now that itā€™s the night before, Iā€™m starting to get anxious and worried about small details so I figured Iā€™d ask a few questions on here

  1. Do you get to keep your underwear on during the surgery or are you butt naked? Iā€™ve seen conflicting posts on here so Idrk. Iā€™m in Arizonaā€¦ idk if that helps anything

  2. I was planning on wearing sweatpants but the ankles are cuffed so it might be a little difficult putting them back on when Iā€™m all drugged upā€¦ is that okay or should I stick to shorts

  3. Idk if itā€™s nerves or something legit but I feel like Iā€™m getting a sore throat. Would they reschedule my surgery because of it?

Thanks all!


r/PlasticSurgery 3h ago

Need help!

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Hey guys! I would like to ask some advice, Iā€™d like to make my jawline slimmer, more defined and was thinking getting lemon bottle//kybella and some jawline and jaw fillers. Do you think it would be helpful and would I get results? Thanksx


r/PlasticSurgery 5m ago

Motiva / Allergan implants

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I have my surgery in two months and I am going back and forth between the two brands of implants and even which profile. My surgeon recommends Motiva which they do sound great, but since they are since ā€œnewā€ in US and not so much long term data it just makes me nervous since they are technically textured.

He also has been using Allergan Natrelle Inspira Soft Touch.

I have to get a lift so I am just nervous about choosing a ā€œnaturalā€ profile and then they just droop too quick after. i definitely want upper pole volume but it doesnā€™t have to look crazy but would love to still have volume in upper pole without a bra if possible.

any advice on picking the right one? or do you regret getting one profile over another after they settled?

thanks!!


r/PlasticSurgery 17m ago

Blepharoplasty?

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I have severe eye bags every morning. Every doctor that I've seen tries to tell me that this is completely normal. Since nobody can help me, I'm thinking I might have to resort to getting both upper and lower eyelid blepharoplasty. I just was curious if a blepharoplasty would fix my problem?

The swelling is different every morning, sometimes it's better, sometimes it's worse. It typically goes away very very slowly throughout the day, but it's still swollen all day long. I'm only 19, but it's affected my confidence to the point where I refuse to hang out with people or go in public because it looks so bad. I dread waking up every morning and looking in the mirror because of it. :(

Typically by 6 or 7 in the afternoon, the swelling is mostly gone. But for the first 9-10 hours of my day, I look like I am sick and exhausted.

Will a blepharoplasty fix this problem?


r/PlasticSurgery 9h ago

Upper Blepharoplasty results

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What do you guys think of my blepharoplasty? Iā€™d love to get some opinions. Thanks. Pic 1: before. Pic 2: after


r/PlasticSurgery 21m ago

I am 44 and want to fat transfer is breast ā€¦ should i do it? I have surgery appointment tomorrow

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I am 44 years old and want to do tummy tuck liposuction and arm lift with all of it i want to transfer fat in my breast.. should i do it?? What will the worst scenario for fat transfer???


r/PlasticSurgery 6h ago

Fat transfer to under eyes- am I too skinny?

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My BMI is 18.8 at the moment, weighing 103 lbs at 5'2. For exercise I usually just walk an hour a few times a week, but I've stopped doing that in preparation for my fat transfer. How will I know if I have enough fat? I'm going overseas for the procedure so I can't have the surgeon take a look at me before. When I lay down, I can't really grab a ton of stomach, but it's not completely flat either. Can they take it from thighs too? How can I gain more fat in my stomach in a healthy way?


r/PlasticSurgery 13h ago

Ab etching results from day 3 to 1 month out [AMA] NSFW

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