Patient Experience Series #1: Catherine's Facelift

Catherine spent six years researching, saving, and waiting for her facelift. Almost nothing went the way she expected. She's the first guest in a new series with Dr. Lawrence Bass and co-host Summer Hardy, where patients, not just the surgeon, describe what surgery is really like. Loose neck skin first caught her eye in photos with her grandson. After her consultation, she waited a full year to book. She picked December so she could stay out of the sun while she healed. Her bruising and swelling were far milder than she braced for, and Tylenol handled the discomfort. She slept propped up for about a week and was back at her desk in five days. Some parts of recovery no one warns you about. She coordinated care for her 102-year-old aunt while healing herself. Her boss, her kids, and an old friend each had something to say once they noticed. Her advice if you're on the fence: research your surgeon until fear turns into confidence, then let the rest go. A good facelift heals quietly. You should look like a rested version of yourself, not someone new. Learn more about facelift surgery at Bass Plastic Surgery (https://www.drbass.net/facial-plastic...) . 00:00 Welcome & the new Patient Experience series 01:42 Meet Catherine 02:36 The moment she started considering surgery 04:17 What the consultation was like 05:35 Why she waited a year to book 07:30 Choosing Dr. Bass as her surgeon 11:28 Preparing for surgery 13:51 Surgery day 15:46 Bruising and swelling in week one 17:39 Managing pain during recovery 19:00 Back to work in five days 21:03 Hidden costs (or lack of them) 24:17 Did the results match her expectations 26:48 The hardest part of recovery 30:53 How friends and family reacted 31:30 Her advice for anyone considering a facelift 33:30 Dr. Bass's key takeaways Questions answered by this episode: 1. What does facelift recovery actually feel like, day by day? 2. How much bruising and swelling is normal after a facelift? 3. How long before you can go back to work after a facelift? 4. Is a facelift painful, and what do most people actually take for pain? 5. How long do you have to sleep propped up after a facelift? 6. Are there hidden costs with a facelift, like garments or lymphatic massage? 7. How do you know a facelift surgeon is the right fit for you? 8. What should a good facelift consultation actually cover? 9. How noticeable are facelift incisions once they heal? 10. What's the biggest misconception about getting a facelift? About Dr. Lawrence Bass Innovator. Industry veteran. In-demand Park Avenue board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Lawrence Bass is a true master of his craft, not only in the OR but as an industry pioneer in the development and evaluation of new aesthetic technologies. With locations in both Manhattan (on Park Avenue between 62nd and 63rd Streets) and in Great Neck, Long Island, Dr. Bass has earned his reputation as the plastic surgeon for the most discerning patients in NYC and beyond. To learn more, visit the Bass Plastic Surgery website (https://www.drbass.net/) or follow the team on Instagram @drbassnyc (  / drbassnyc  ) Subscribe to the Park Avenue Plastic Surgery Class newsletter (https://www.parkavenueplasticsurgeryc...) to be notified of new episodes & receive exclusive invitations, offers, and information from Dr. Bass. #Facelift #NeckLift #PlasticSurgery #ParkAvenuePlasticSurgery #PatientExperience #FacialRejuvenation #BassPlasticSurgery #NYCPlasticSurgeon #CosmeticSurgery #BoardCertifiedPlasticSurgeon