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Conclusion of the conclusion (if you’re extremely lazy)
Intro
During the operation, incisions are made along the hairline and around the ears, excess skin is removed, underlying muscles are tightened, and fat may be redistributed or added to achieve desired results
Benefits
More youthful appearance
Negatives
“Pixie ears”
Displaced or altered hairlines/sideburns
Visible or poor scarring
Infection, nerve damage, swelling etc
https://www.themcindoecentre.co.uk/news/face-the-facts-the-truth-about-facelifts/#:~:text=Common to all facelift techniques,and/or delayed healing occur.
https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cosmetic-procedures/cosmetic-surgery/facelift/
https://www.drdarrenmckeown.com/facelift/recognising-the-signs-of-a-bad-facelift-and-how-to-avoid-them/#:~:text=Stretched or overly tight skin,technique resulting in obvious scars.
Cost
between £3,000 and £30,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“My surgery and recovery were seamless—everything really went well. I had my facelift done under local anesthesia, a cocktail of pills that made me sleepy plus numbing shots that I don’t even recall getting. I was initially worried that I’d feel tugging or pulling, but I never felt anything. I was awake and talking to the doctor for some of the surgery but definitely dozed off for the majority of the time. I remember the doctor telling me what he was doing. We chatted about Instagram and the two Real Housewives of New Jersey he had also performed facelifts on. I remember him telling me when I was almost done.
After the procedure, I was pretty alert. I had no real pain—just tenderness and some swelling and bruising in my neck and upper cheeks. The head wrap I had to wear was tight—that was probably the most annoying part. My husband says I slept a lot the remainder of the afternoon and the night after surgery. I took my pain medicine for the first two to three days, as a preventive measure.
I was able to be up on my own almost right away. I was careful and slow but didn’t require much assistance. I went out in public the day after surgery—I was swollen but overall felt good. By day three, I was socializing with my family. It was winter, so I wore a hat and was able to cover bruising—I really did not look bad—and I kept getting compliments on how supple my skin looked. I was puffy, but my skin looked really, really good.
Now, eight months out, I still have some numbness, but it’s getting better each day”
Complication rate
2%
Results
View attachment 4153496
Conclusion
Effectiveness 7
Ease of getting 6
Complication rate 6
Cost 3
Overall 6
Intro
cosmetic procedure to remove excess breast tissue and fat in men to achieve a more masculine chest contour
Benefits
Gets rid of gyno
Negatives
Bleeding, infection, nerve damage etc
Seromas
Nipple Necrosis
Cost
£2,000-£7,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“I just got it done 6 days ago, after 3 days almost zero pain. Didn’t need pain killers, I was going on short walks after 2 days. I took a two hour train home 6 hours after waking up from op. The recovery for grade 1/2 really not that bad. I will says it’s not nothing… a few days of discomfort and a month of no gym and wearing an annoying vest…”
Anecdote from
Complication rate
Around 5%
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39652398/#:~:text=We collected demographic and clinical,gynecomastia; liposuction; surgical techniques.
Results
View attachment 4153510
Conclusion
Effectiveness 6
Ease of getting 8
Complication rate 8
Cost 7
Overall 7
Intro
involving cutting, moving, and fixing the chin bone in a new position with screws and plates
Benefits
Increased chin width, projection and height
Negatives
Pain, Bleeding, Swelling etc
Poor Wound Healing or Scarring
Tooth Root Damage
Cost
£3,000-£10,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“For someone with a low pain threshold, it hasn’t been bad. I was terrified going into theatre and the surgeon was very reassuring, “it won’t be bad, I usually do this as an add-on with bimax surgery.” I’m now day 3 post op. The pain has mostly been from the swelling, a throbbing sensation and some jaw aching. However, all completely manageable with NSAIDs, paracetamol and tapentadol as required. Tapentadol is a strong pain killer for mod-severe pain. I took it for the first two days but have cut down today. I can tell the swelling will take a long time to go down, it seems to be at its peak today.
It’s comforting to read other people’s stories. Even though everyone can be so different. I’m on day 5 post op. And my chin feels huge from the front and also makes my face look longer. I already had a long face. From the side profile, even though I’m swollen, I’m actually happy with it. It’s the front view is killing me..which I didn’t think I was going to have any issue with. I’m trying to be calm and trust the process. Numbers in my bottom lip and chin is insane. It’s so weird to take, eat, and smile! Which is also killing me. I also feel like I have a ball in my neck but it’s bigger on one side than the other and that concerns me a little.
I’m at about 3.5 months now. And it’s a major difference. My surgeon did tell me at my last follow up there is still some residual swelling and the chin will continue to “refine.” I’m still trying to be patient for final results but I’ve come a long way since that first week! The front view was what killed me too so you have to be very patient. Talking completely normal took a couple weeks but I remember my family telling me I sounded fine after 2 weeks. You’re just more aware of it. It’s crazy but even as swelling goes down you will start to adjust to your “new face” but it does take a while. I definitely had moments where I thought I made a mistake. But I’m happy now and I truly believe that by 6-9 months I’ll be even happier.”
Anecdote from Reddit
Complication rate
About 5%
Results
View attachment 4153515
Conclusion
Effectiveness 9
Ease of getting 5
Complication rate 5
Cost 5
Overall 7
Intro
This is technically not a surgery but I’m including it anyway
This powerful treatment removes deeper layers of skin, stimulating new collagen formation and resulting in significant skin smoothing and rejuvenation
Benefits
Removes almost all wrinkles, and increases collagen drastically
Negatives
Redness, Swelling, and Crusting
Skin Color Changes
Infection
Scarring
Organ damage
Cardiac toxicity
https://www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/beauty/skin/a62605535/what-is-a-phenol-peel/#:~:text=What are the side effects,often suggested, if not required.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/chemical-peel/about/pac-20393473#:~:text=Redness, scabbing and swelling.,- to 20-minute intervals.
https://essencemedical.co.uk/skin-peels/deep-peels-phenol/#:~:text=Potential Complications and Risks,Benefits of Phenol Deep Peels
Cost
between £1,500 to over £4,500
Recovery
Expected recovery
“For the vast majority the patients, the peeling process is complete by 10 days. After this time, makeup can be applied to the face without any issues.
The facial skin will be pink at first but settles over the next 6-8 weeks.”
Complication rate
around 5%
Results
View attachment 4153537
Conclusion
Effectiveness 9
Ease of getting 3
Complication rate 4
Cost 5
Overall 7
Intro
It is most commonly performed to pin back prominent ears that stick out from the head, making them sit closer to the skull. The surgery involves making incisions to reposition, reshape, and secure the ear cartilage with stitches, often on the back of the ear
Benefits
Reduces ear prominence
Negatives
Pain, bruising, swelling etc
https://111.wales.nhs.uk/encyclopaedia/e/article/earreshaping#:~:text=Side effects,ears for about 2 weeks
Scars
https://111.wales.nhs.uk/encyclopaedia/e/article/earreshaping#:~:text=Side effects,ears for about 2 weeks
Only lasts 5-10 years
Cost
£1,500 to £6,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
If you want information on recovery I’d recommend reading https://drjosebarrera.com/what-to-expect-during-recovery-from-otoplasty-surgery/
Complication rate
Around 5-10%
Results
View attachment 4153554
Conclusion
Effectiveness 8
Ease of getting 8
Complication rate 8
Cost 7
Overall 8
Intro
a surgical procedure that corrects or removes epicanthal folds at the inner corner of the eye
Benefits
Improves Canthial tilt, pfl, eye spacing and eye width to height
Negatives
Scarring
Pain, infection, bleeding etc
Cost
£1,000 to £3,500
Recovery
Expected recovery
worsening swelling and bruising for the first 2-3 days, with peak discomfort around day 3. You can expect stitches to be removed within the first week. While you can return to work around days 10-14, significant swelling and bruising can last 2-3 weeks, with final results becoming visible within 1-3 months
Complication rate
Around 5%
Results
View attachment 4153579
Conclusion
Effectiveness 9
Ease of getting 7
Complication rate 7
Cost 6
Overall 8
Intro
Again not actually classed as a surgery but I’m adding it anyway.
Skin lightening surgeries is a broad term for medical procedures that lighten skin by targeting pigment, with common methods including laser treatments, strong chemical peels, and dermabrasion, which remove or break down melanin
Benefits
Lightens skin tone
Negatives
Ochronosis
Increased sun sensitivity
Higher risk of skin cancer
Cost
£100-£2,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
Complication rate
- Initial recovery: Most patients experience redness, swelling, and a sensation similar to a mild sunburn for a few days. For more intense ablative lasers, the skin may be raw, ooze, and form a crust, which should not be picked.
- Healing time: Healing depends on the laser intensity. For ablative lasers, it can take 10 to 21 days for the area to heal. For non-ablative lasers, downtime is minimal, often lasting only a day or two.
About 20%
Results
View attachment 4153586
Conclusion
Effectiveness 7
Ease of getting 3
Complication rate 4
Cost 9
Overall 7
Intro
An incision is made within the natural hairline, a strip of forehead skin is removed, and the scalp is advanced forward to the new, lower position
Benefits
Shortens the forehead
Negatives
Infection, bleeding, pain etc
Scarring
Cost
From £5,000-£15,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“However, you need to stay close to the clinic for at least a week while the stiches are healing, meaning you need to factor a long hotel stay into the price if you're traveling for the surgery. How well the scar heals will depend from person to person but should be presentable within 4-6 months”
Anecdote from @LiterallyNightwing
Complication rate
Under 1%
Results
View attachment 4153598
Conclusion
Effectiveness 7
Ease of getting 5
Complication rate 6
Cost 4
Overall 6
LeFort I — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 4/10; Complication rate (safety): 6/10; Cost: 3/10; Overall: 6/10
LeFort II — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 2/10; Complication rate: 5/10; Cost: 2/10; Overall: 5/10
LeFort III — Effectiveness: 9/10; Ease: 1/10; Complication rate: 4/10; Cost: 1/10; Overall: 6/10
Bimax — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 3/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 2/10; Overall: 6/10
CCW bimax — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 2/10; Complication rate: 5/10; Cost: 2/10; Overall: 5/10
Trimax — Effectiveness: 9/10; Ease: 1/10; Complication rate: 4/10; Cost: 1/10; Overall: 5/10
Cheekbone implants (malar implants) — Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 7/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 6/10
Jaw implants (general mandibular body implants) — Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 7/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 6/10
Jaw angle implants — Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 7/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 6/10
Brow-ridge implants — Effectiveness: 5/10; Ease: 5/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 5/10
Chin implants — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 7/10; Overall: 7/10
Infraorbital implants — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 3/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 4/10; Overall: 6/10
Custom skull implants — Effectiveness: 9/10; Ease: 2/10; Complication rate: 3/10; Cost: 1/10; Overall: 3/10
Wraparound implants (craniofacial wrap implants) — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 2/10; Complication rate: 5/10; Cost: 2/10; Overall: 6/10
Neck lift— Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 6/10; Complication rate: 5/10; Cost: 5/10; Overall: 5/10
Upper eyelid fat grafting — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 7/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 7/10; Overall: 7/10
Under-eye fat grafting — Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 7/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 6/10
penile fat grafting / 'dick fat grafting' — Effectiveness: 5/10; Ease: 4/10; Complication rate: 1/10; Cost: 5/10; Overall: 3/10
Lip fat grafting — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 7/10; Overall: 7/10
OBO (Orbital Box Osteotomy / box osteotomy) — Effectiveness: 9/10; Ease: 1/10; Complication rate: 4/10; Cost: 1/10; Overall: 5/10
Leg lengthening — Effectiveness: 10/10 (for increasing length); Ease: 1/10; Complication rate: 4/10; Cost: 1/10; Overall: 6/10
Clavicle lengthening — Effectiveness: 3/10; Ease: 1/10; Complication rate: 3/10; Cost: 2/10; Overall: 2/10
Canthoplasty — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 7/10; Overall: 8/10
Rhinoplasty — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 7/10
Eye color change (laser depigmentation) — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 3/10; Complication rate: 1/10; Cost: 3/10; Overall: 3/10
Filler (dermal fillers) — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 10/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 8/10; Overall: 8/10
Botox — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 10/10; Complication rate: 9/10; Cost: 9/10; Overall: 9/10
Mouth widening — Effectiveness: 3/10; Ease: 4/10; Complication rate: 4/10; Cost: 5/10; Overall: 4/10
Hair transplant — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 5/10; Overall: 7/10
Eyebrow transplant — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 7/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 7/10
Eyelash lift — Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 6/10; Complication rate: 10/10; Cost: 10/10; Overall: 8/10
Beard transplant — Effectiveness: 4/10; Ease: 7/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 5/10
BSSO (Bilateral sagittal split osteotomy) — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 3/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 3/10; Overall: 7/10
Upper blepharoplasty — Effectiveness: 3/10; Ease: 9/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 8/10; Overall: 4/10 or 6/10 if you’re Asian
Lower blepharoplasty — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 7/10; Overall: 7/10
Orbital decompression — Effectiveness: 9/10; Ease: 2/10; Complication rate: 3/10; Cost: 2/10; Overall: 5/10
Buccal fat removal — Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 9/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 8/10; Overall: 7/10
Liposuction — Effectiveness: 5/10 (for contouring); Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 6/10
Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) — Effectiveness: 6/10 (contour/skin removal); Ease: 5/10; Complication rate: 5/10; Cost: 5/10; Overall: 5/10
Voice deepening surgery — Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 3/10; Complication rate: 5/10; Cost: 4/10; Overall: 5/10
Alar base reduction — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 8/10; Overall: 8/10
SARPE (Surgically Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion) — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 3/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 3/10; Overall: 6/10
Face lift (rhytidectomy) — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 6/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 3/10; Overall: 6/10
Gynecomastia surgery — Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 7/10; Overall: 7/10
Genioplasty —Effectiveness: 9/10; Ease: 5/10; Complication rate: 5/10; Cost: 5/10; Overall: 7/10
Phenol peel (deep chemical peel) — Effectiveness: 9/10; Ease: 3/10; Complication rate: 4/10; Cost: 5/10; Overall: 7/10
Otoplasty (ear pinning) — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 7/10; Overall: 8/10
Medial epicanthoplasty — Effectiveness: 9/10; Ease: 7/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 8/10
Skin lightening surgery — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 3/10; Complication rate: 4/10; Cost: 9/10; Overall: 7/10
Hairline lowering — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 5/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 4/10; Overall: 6/10
Conclusion of the conclusion (if you’re extremely lazy)
LeFort I — Overall: 6/10
LeFort II — Overall: 5/10
LeFort III — Overall: 6/10
Bimax — Overall: 6/10
CCW bimax — Overall: 5/10
Trimax — Overall: 5/10
Cheekbone implants — Overall: 6/10
Jaw implants — Overall: 6/10
Jaw angle implants — Overall: 6/10
Brow-ridge implants — Overall: 5/10
Chin implants — Overall: 7/10
Infraorbital implants — Overall: 6/10
Custom skull implants — Overall: 3/10
Wraparound implants — Overall: 6/10
Neck lift — Overall: 5/10
Upper eyelid fat grafting — Overall: 7/10
Under-eye fat grafting — Overall: 6/10
Penile fat grafting — Overall: 3/10
Lip fat grafting — Overall: 7/10
OBO — Overall: 5/10
Leg lengthening — Overall: 6/10
Clavicle lengthening — Overall: 2/10
Canthoplasty — Overall: 8/10
Rhinoplasty — Overall: 7/10
Eye color change — Overall: 3/10
Filler — Overall: 8/10
Botox — Overall: 9/10
Mouth widening — Overall: 4/10
Hair transplant — Overall: 7/10
Eyebrow transplant — Overall: 7/10
Eyelash lift — Overall: 8/10
Beard transplant — Overall: 5/10
BSSO — Overall: 7/10
Upper blepharoplasty — Overall: 4/10 (or 6/10 if Asian)
Lower blepharoplasty — Overall: 7/10
Orbital decompression — Overall: 5/10
Buccal fat removal — Overall: 7/10
Liposuction — Overall: 6/10
Tummy tuck — Overall: 5/10
Voice deepening surgery — Overall: 5/10
Alar base reduction — Overall: 8/10
SARPE — Overall: 6/10
Face lift — Overall: 6/10
Gynecomastia surgery — Overall: 7/10
Genioplasty — Overall: 7/10
Phenol peel — Overall: 7/10
Otoplasty — Overall: 8/10
Medial epicanthoplasty — Overall: 8/10
Skin lightening surgery — Overall: 7/10
Hairline lowering — Overall: 6/10
For YT do you mean?Bro face reveal when?
Nah you said you have done lefort in the thread i just wanted to see your face please show before and afterFor YT do you mean?
Nah I haven’t done lefort I added an anecdote from a .org userNah you said you have done lefort in the thread i just wanted to see your face please show before and after
Ohh ok okNah I haven’t done lefort I added an anecdote from a .org user
Intro
a surgical procedure where fat is harvested from your own body and injected into your lips
Benefits
Bigger fuller lips, and sometimes a perceived lower philtrum
Negatives
Bruising, swelling, pain etc
Over correction so it looks uncanny
Cost
£3,000 to £8,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
For recovery anecdote look at this https://www.drphilipyoung.com/diaries/lip-augmentation-fat-transfer-healing-image-diary/
Complication rate
2%
Results
View attachment 4152690
Conclusion
Effectiveness 7
Ease of getting 8
Complication rate 8
Cost 7
Overall 7
Intro
A surgery which repositions your eye sockets
Benefits
Can reduce or increase eye spacing and IPD
Negatives
Infection, bleeding, pain etc
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Leakage
Epilepsy
Drooping nasal tip
Cost
£20,000-£30,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“Most patients are in the hospital 10-14 days after a box osteotomy. There is swelling, which gets better after two weeks. Patients should stay on soft food for 6 weeks.”
Complication rate
Mortality rate is around 1%
Complication rate is 25%
Results
View attachment 4152699
Conclusion
Effectiveness 9
Ease of getting 1
Complication rate 4
Cost 1
Overall 5
Intro
Surgeons cut the bone, insert a device, and over several months, the device slowly pulls the bone ends apart, filling the gap with new bone tissue
Benefits
Great height increase
Negatives
Infections, pain, nerve damage etc
Blood Clots
Device Complications
Bone Healing Problems
Joint and muscle issues
https://www.pennmedicine.org/treatments/limb-lengthening#:~:text=Risks and side effects of,or shift, requiring corrective surgery.
https://www.reachyourheight.com/leg-lengthening-surgery-risks/#:~:text=Blood clots – Patients are at,a long time to consolidate.
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/24316-limb-lengthening-surgery#:~:text=Blood, pus or fluid draining,your pin sites or incisions.
Cost
£30,000-£150,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
Read this for expectations on recovery https://www.limblength.org/conditions/short-stature/
Complication rate
Around 30%
Results
View attachment 4152710
Conclusion
Effectiveness 10
Ease of getting 1
Complication rate 4
Cost 1
Overall 6
Intro
The procedure involves cutting the clavicle and then using a combination of internal fixation or an external fixations for more extensive lengthening
Benefits
Increases clavicle length
Negatives
Neurovascular Injury
Bone Healing Complications
Soft Tissue and Joint Issues
Infection, pain, nerve damage etc
Cost
£20,000-£50,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
- Hospital Stay for Surgeries: Each surgery requires a hospital stay of 2-3 days. This means a total of 4-6 days in the hospital for both the initial and second surgeries.
- Total Stay at Facility: Including both surgeries and the initial recovery period, patients typically stay at the medical facility for 2 to 2.5 months.
- Bone Healing: Full bone consolidation continues over the next 6-7 months as the bones fully heal and consolidate.
- Plate Removal: Once the bones have fully healed, the titanium plates can be removed in a minor surgical procedure.
- Full Recovery: Most patients achieve complete recovery within 6-9 months, after which they can gradually return to normal activities, including lifting heavier objects.
Complication rate
Around 20%
Results
View attachment 4152730
Conclusion
Effectiveness 3
Ease of getting 1
Complication rate 3
Cost 2
Overall 2
Intro
a surgical procedure that alters and reshapes the canthal tendon at the outer corner of the eye
Benefits
Increases Canthial tilt
Negatives
Bruising, Pain, Swelling, etc
Temporary Vision Changes
Scarring
Eye muscle injury
Optical Nerve damage
https://eyewiki.org/Canthoplasty#:~:text=Iatrogenic injury is a potential,mediated for proper tear secretion.
https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cosmetic-procedures/cosmetic-surgery/eyelid-surgery/#:~:text=Rarely, it can result in more serious,vision may improve in the long term.
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/24828-canthoplasty#:~:text=What are the risks or,An infection.
https://www.theeyelidinstitute.com/blog/lateral-canthoplasty-recovery/#:~:text=One of the common side,can be treated with analgesics.
Cost
£2,500 to £6,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“Most sutures should be out within 3 or 4 days, allowing you to apply some camouflage makeup the next day. You will continue to have some swelling for a month or so and the bruising will take a couple weeks to totally resolve. However all this is easily disguised. the scar will also remain slightly red for at least a month or 2. This also can be easily hidden”
Complication rate
1%
Results
View attachment 4152755
Conclusion
Effectiveness 8
Ease of getting 8
Complication rate 7
Cost 7
Overall 8
Intro
The operation involves reshaping the underlying cartilage and bone and can increase, decrease, or alter specific features of the nose, such as the bridge or tip
Benefits
Can change the nose to your liking
Negatives
Breathing Difficulties
Nerve damage, pain swelling etc
Septal Perforation
https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/rhinoplasty/about/pac-20384532#:~:text=Problems breathing through the nose,in the sense of smell.
https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatm.../cosmetic-surgery/nose-reshaping-rhinoplasty/
https://www.bupa.co.uk/health-information/surgery-and-procedures/rhinoplasty#:~:text=Complications of nose reshaping,to make them less noticeable
Cost
£4,000 to £7,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“It takes a year for final results, but it's like 80-90% there by 2 months. I had a revision with rib graft, which is the slowest healing rhino. I'm also 40. And it was pretty much normal by 2-3 months. When I say normal, I mean normal looking. My nose nip is still stiff, but it might be like that forever. My consultation was 3 days before my surgery.”
Anecdote from @longjohnmong
Complication rate
5-15%
Results
View attachment 4152988
Conclusion
Effectiveness 8
Ease of getting 8
Complication rate 6
Cost 6
Overall 7
Intro
It’s laser depigmentation that lightens the eye color
Benefits
Could change eye color/ lighten eye color
Negatives
Vision Impairment or Loss
Corneal Complications
Infection
Light Sensitivity and Glare
https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/laser-eye-surgery-and-lens-surgery/#:~:text=Side effects of laser eye,the white of your eye
https://www.aao.org/newsroom/news-releases/detail/academy-issues-warning-on-eye-color-procedures#:~:text=Reduced vision or blindness;,pain, blurred vision and tearing.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6259085/#:~:text=The damaged cornea (for instance, that affected,and severe damage, and loss of vision.
https://www.optimax.co.uk/blog/eye-colour-changing-surgery-dangerous/
Cost
$1,600 USD for a 3-session treatment in Mexico
Recovery
Expected recovery
involves a rapid initial healing where most people see clearly after 24-48 hours
Complication rate
Under 1%
Results
View attachment 4153005
Conclusion
Effectiveness 7
Ease of getting 3
Complication rate 1
Cost 3
Overall 3
Intro
Technically filler isn’t surgery but I’m adding it anyway. It’s a non surgical substance that can enhance specific features
Benefits
Can improve your jaw, cheekbones, nose, lips, browridge, philtrum
Negatives
Overfilling
Fades over time
Migration
Looks uncanny
https://www.cosmopolitan.com/style-beauty/beauty/a60778592/filler-migration/#:~:text=The good news?,any way," he says.
https://www.theprivateclinic.co.uk/blog/dermal-fillers-everything-you-need-to-know/#:~:text=The results of dermal filler,Does dermal filler treatment hurt?
https://www.theprivateclinic.co.uk/blog/dermal-fillers-everything-you-need-to-know/
Cost
£100-£600
Recovery
Expected recovery
“Lips will still be swollen Monday. I did the same thing with the Friday appointment. Not so swollen that you can’t leave the house but for me swollen enough that I could see my boss looking at them and he kept messing with his own lips -a giveaway that they think something looks off. Lol.
Yup, just half. I also did a full syringe in my chin because they say it often looks more balanced when doing the lips. The chin was nothing compared to the lips!! No pain and just a tiny bruise where the needle went in. I wasn’t expecting the amount of pain a day later with the lips. I don’t think people talk about it or maybe it doesn’t happen to everyone? I was icing them like crazy to help with the swelling and pain.”
Anecdote from Reddit
Complication rate
Under 1%
Results
View attachment 4153021
Conclusion
Effectiveness 7
Ease of getting 10
Complication rate 7
Cost 8
Overall 8
Intro
Again probably not a surgery but I’m adding it anyway. Botox is a neurotoxin which temporarily relaxes a muscle.
Benefits
Can reduce UEE, get a better nose, better lips, better jaw
Negatives
Headache, flu like symptoms
Pain, swelling etc
Spread of Toxin
Cost
£100-£400
Recovery
Expected recovery
“I took no time off. Slow swallow was frustrating days 4-11. No other side effects apart from mild sore throat days 1-2. Throat was completely back to normal after 3 weeks with the added benefit of burping”
Anecdote from Reddit
Complication rate
Around 16% but only 2% had serious symptoms
Results
View attachment 4153038
Conclusion
Effectiveness 8
Ease of getting
Complication rate
Cost
Overall
Intro
It involves making an incision at the corners of the mouth to widen the lip
Benefits
Increases lip width
Negatives
Scarring
Cost
£2,000-£4,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
While initial healing and return to some daily activities like returning to work may occur within one to three weeks, full recovery can take several months, as residual swelling subsides and the jawbone fully stabilizes
Complication rate
More than 40%
Results
View attachment 4153077
Conclusion
Effectiveness 3
Ease of getting 4
Complication rate 4
Cost 5
Overall 4
Intro
a surgical procedure that involves moving hair follicles from one part of the body to the scalp
Benefits
Improves hairline drastically
Negatives
Infection, bleeding, pain etc
Scarring
Cost
From £2,000-£10,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“About a week for swelling to go down.
2 weeks for scabs to go.
About 3-4 months for redness to fade in recipient area. Also hairs usually start to grow back by this time to help hide it/look more normal!”
from Reddit
Complication rate
Less than 5%
Results
View attachment 4153099
Conclusion
Effectiveness 8
Ease of getting 8
Complication rate 8
Cost 5
Overall 7
Intro
a surgical procedure that involves moving hair follicles from one part of the body to the eyebrows
Benefits
Improves eyebrows shape, density, darkness
Negatives
Unnatural Appearance
Poor Growth or Failure
Scarring, bleeding, infection etc
https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/medical-dictionary/eyebrow-transplant/#:~:text=The hairs will grow faster,done by a licensed aesthetician.
https://vincihairclinic.com/en/thinking-about-getting-an-eyebrow-transplant-heres-everything-you-need-to-know/#:~:text=What are the risks and,of problems to your doctor .
Cost
£200-£5,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“I had it done in Turkey in September last year. My eyebrows were thin and even when I tried to grow em out, my right eyebrow's corner arch would not grow at all. I always had to pencil it in. I am so happy with my results! My procedure was super cheap ($200 AUD). They shaved off a patch of hair grafts from my scalp- this was so not an issue, because no one could see my bald patch. The only pain I felt were from the anaesthetic needles in my scalp and eyebrows. The shave was not so painful but I could feel a very slight mild burning sensation. It was not too intense, and very bearable. The doctor then placed the hair grafts onto my eyebrows. After the procedure, I had swollen eyes for 3 days. It felt like a muscle pain. 3-4 days later, the clinic told me to start cleansing my eyebrows. This had to be done in an extremely gentle way, so my hair grafts on my eyebrows would not move. There was some flaking and it felt abit itchy, and I did my best to avoid itching and touching my scabs. I also had to shower carefully. I would put my hair back and run it against the water. I tried to not have the water run down my face, but it would occasionally trickle down. After day 10, all the flaking and scabing came off and I was able to wash my hair normally. The hair grafts would fall off in due time, and new hair started to appear 3 months later. My hair on my scalp was already fine, so it suited my eyebrows. The new eyebrow hairs use to grow in all sorts of directions, but now after 6 months these hairs grow in the same direction as my other brows. It does grow really fast, and I usually trim them every 2 weeks. It's not too difficult to groom them. I dont use eyebrow pencils anymore, because I dont need it at all. I also get a lot of compliments for my awesome brows
When I was getting it done, I told the doctor to not over do the eyebrow hairs and to only focus on the sparse areas. I think she only used 100 grafts. Initially my eyebrows looked out of shape, because I was not allowed to wax my brows for the first month. They said I can pluck my previous eyebrow hairs, and I was only allowed to trim my grafts. The clinic also said that I can start threading and waxing 8 months after my procedure. However, I started plucking the grafts around month 3. I dont like the brooke shields look- it does not suit my face. I got my brows waxed around month 4. This did not affect my new grafts and I do not see any loss in hair.”
Anecdote from Reddit
Complication rate
5-10%
Results
View attachment 4153114
Conclusion
Effectiveness 7
Ease of getting 7
Complication rate 8
Cost 6
Overall 7
Intro
Technically this isnt a surgery but I’m still adding it anyway
a semi-permanent cosmetic procedure that uses a perming solution to curl and uplift natural eyelashes from the root
Benefits
Improved lash size and shape
Negatives
It’s only semi permanent so you have to get it done every 2 months or so
Eyes irration
Cost
£30 to £55
Recovery
Expected recovery
No recovery is needed
Complication rate
<1%
Results
View attachment 4153123
Conclusion
Effectiveness 6
Ease of getting 6
Complication rate 10
Cost 10
Overall 8
Intro
a surgical procedure that involves moving hair follicles from one part of the body to the beard
Benefits
Improved beard shape and density
Negatives
Infection, nerve damage, pain etc
Cysts
Skin necrosis
Cost
£1,000-£8,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
I’d recommend looking at this if you’re interested https://www.kslclinic.co.uk/beard-transplant-growth-recovery-timeline-and-aftercare/
Complication rate
Less than 1%
Results
View attachment 4153146
Conclusion
Effectiveness 4
Ease of getting 7
Complication rate 8
Cost 6
Overall 5
Intro
The procedure involves splitting the lower jawbone into two parts, moving them and then reattaching them
Benefits
Repositions the lower jaw to your desired position
Negatives
Bruising, swelling, pain etc
Sore throat and nasal congestion
TMJ problems
Temporary hearing change
https://www.healthline.com/health/double-jaw-surgery
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3805998/#:~:text=The most frequent symptoms identified,percentage experiencing worsening of symptoms.&text=Decreased mobility after a BSSO,pressure, or additional vasoconstrictive agents.
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/procedures/jaw-surgery
https://www.myface.org/surgeries/bilateral-sagittal-split-osteotomy/#:~:text=Swelling & Numbness,early can damage the surgery.
Cost
£17,500-£30,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“This will usually require at least four weeks of being off work or school as well as limiting certain activities such as strenuous exercise during that period. After this initial period of rest, patients may begin a course of physical therapy exercises which focus on stretching, strengthening, and restoring range of motion in the area operated upon”
Complication rate
Around 30%
Results
View attachment 4153268
Conclusion
Effectiveness 8
Ease of getting 3
Complication rate 6
Cost 3
Overall 7
Intro
Upper blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that involves removing excess skin, muscle, and sometimes fat from the upper eyelids
Benefits
Reduces UEE (isn’t really a benefit though)
Negatives
Reduces UEE
Infection, bleeding, scarring etc
Difficulty Closing the Eyes
Corneal Damage
Cost
£2,000-£5,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“Your eyelid may be swollen and bruised for 1 to 3 weeks after surgery. The appearance of your eye may continue to get better for 1 to 3 months. Most people feel ready to go out in public and back to work in about 10 to 14 days. This may depend on your job and how you feel about people knowing about your surgery”
Complication rate
Around 3%
Results
View attachment 4153289
Conclusion
Effectiveness 3
Ease of getting 9
Complication rate 8
Cost 8
Overall 4/6 (if Asian)
Intro
is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin, fat, and sometimes muscle from the lower eyelids
Benefits
Improved sclera show, improved eyebages
Negatives
Bruising, Swelling, scarring etc
Temporary Vision Issues
Excessive Fat Removal
Ectropion
https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cosmetic-procedures/cosmetic-surgery/eyelid-surgery/#:~:text=blurred or double vision,the surgeon who treated you.
https://docteur-bernard-hayot.com/en/why-is-transcutaneous-lower-blepharoplasty-a-dangerous-technique/#:~:text=One of the major risks,and prolong the recovery period.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/blepharoplasty/about/pac-20385174#:~:text=Take aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil,,By Mayo Clinic Staff
Cost
£2,500-£7,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“WEEK ONE
During the first week, you may still experience some residual swelling, but it should gradually improve. Bruising will also be present during this week.
You might be able to return to light daily activities, but avoid anything that could strain your eyes or cause dryness. Attend your follow-up appointment with your surgeon to monitor progress. Usually, after about a week, sutures can be removed, and you can return to work.
WEEKS 2-3
By this stage, most patients are back at work and have observed significant improvements in swelling and bruising. You may feel more comfortable resuming additional daily activities and light exercise, which can help increase blood flow. Still, as with any cosmetic surgery recovery, avoid activities that could risk injury to your healing eyelids.
WEEKS 4-5
Around the fourth and fifth weeks, you will likely notice more substantial improvements in the appearance of your upper eyelids if you’ve had upper blepharoplasty and in your lower eyelid skin if you’ve had lower eyelid surgery.
The majority of the swelling should have subsided, and your final results will start to become apparent. Most patients can go back to a normal exercise regimen around four weeks after surgery.
WEEK 6 AND BEYOND
At this point, your lower or upper eyelid surgery recovery should be mostly complete. However, remember that individual healing rates vary. It’s essential to continue following your surgeon’s advice, wear sunscreen to protect your delicate eye skin, and avoid excess sun exposure”
Complication rate
3-4%
Results
View attachment 4153305
Conclusion
Effectiveness 7
Ease of getting 8
Complication rate 7
Cost 7
Overall 7
Intro
A surgical procedure that involves removing bone from the eye socket walls and sometimes orbital fat to relieve pressure on the eye
Benefits
More deep set eyes
Negatives
Swelling, bruising, pain etc
Double Vision
Tear Duct Damage
Cross eyes
CSF Leak
Loss of vision
Cost
£10,000-£20,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“My pain levels changed as the days/weeks went on. I have very high pain tolerance, but this pain was different. It had roots, deep in my skull. Prescription pain killers helped ease this, and I was able to switch to over-the-counter medication fairly quickly.
The side of my face was numb for a week or so. As the numbness decreased, the nerves began to fire up, and it was the weirdest feeling. It felt like an eye twitch with a little electricity. I also began to get headaches that seemed to stem from deep inside my head. I am somewhat prone to headaches for a variety of reasons, so perhaps it was a combination of multiple factors. In any case, plenty of rest was needed.
Everyday tasks were challenging because it was simply difficult to look around. My eye had a limited range of motion (look too far in one direction - ouch!). Looking down was also tricky. This meant that going for walks by myself would potentially be dangerous. If a car made a sharp turn and was headed my way, I would not be able to turn my head/gaze fast enough. My husband helped me with little tasks and escorted me on short walks.
Perhaps the most painful thing - I was instructed to use a saline nasal spray several times a day. It was like pouring salt on a wound. I tried to soothe the pain with lozenges and ice cream, but they only helped so much. It just took time for my nasal passages to heal.”
Complication rate
Severe complications are under 1%
Results
View attachment 4153359
Conclusion
Effectiveness 9
Ease of getting 2
Complication rate 3
Cost 2
Overall 5
Intro
a cosmetic surgical procedure to reduce excess fat in the lower cheeks
Benefits
Reduces cheek fat
Negatives
Hollowing and Premature Aging
Bleeding, pain, infections etc
Salivary Gland/Duct Injury
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/hea...ention/cosmetic-procedures/buccal-fat-removal
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/hea...ention/cosmetic-procedures/buccal-fat-removal
https://tunctiryaki.co.uk/blog/why-i-dont-perform-buccal-fat-removal#:~:text=This process creates the sagging,take hold, dissatisfaction often emerges.
Cost
£2,000-£5,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
If you’re wondering what to expect for recovery I’d recommend reading thishttps://drkirklozada.com/blog/first-week-recovery-after-buccal-fat-removal
Complication rate
Around 10%
Results
View attachment 4153376
Conclusion
Effectiveness 6
Ease of getting 9
Complication rate 7
Cost 8
Overall 7
Intro
cosmetic surgical procedure to remove unwanted, stubborn fat deposits from specific body areas
Benefits
Reduces flabby skin/ fat
Negatives
Bruising, Pain, Swelling etc
Fluid Drainage
Blood Clots
Internal damage
Cost
£3,000-£7,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
If you’re interested about the recovery I’d recommend reading this https://drali.com/troy-mi-best-liposuction/
Complication rate
Around 1-2%
Results
View attachment 4153396
Conclusion
Effectiveness 5
Ease of getting 8
Complication rate 7
Cost 8
Overall 6
Intro
a cosmetic surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen
Benefits
Improves abs and flabby skin
Negatives
Scarring
Pain, bleeding, swelling etc
Difficulty Standing Up Straight
Cost
£5,000-£10,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“You will need to take about 4 to 6 weeks off work and exercise. You will not be able to drive for a few weeks after the operation (your surgeon and insurance company can advise you about this).
It takes about 6 weeks to fully recover and to see the full effect of a tummy tuck.
You'll usually need to wear a special type of corset or tummy-control pants for 6 weeks, to encourage your skin to heal properly and to reduce any swelling. Generally, you'll need to take it easy during this time and keep your knees bent while in bed, to avoid putting strain on your stitches.
After a few weeks you will probably be asked to attend a follow-up appointment to make sure the wound is healing properly.
After 6 weeks you will usually be able to stop wearing a corset and may return to doing most of your usually activities.”
Complication rate
2%
Results
View attachment 4153415
Conclusion
Effectiveness 6
Ease of getting 5
Complication rate 5
Cost 5
Overall 5
Intro
The most common surgical method involves an incision in the neck to modify the thyroid cartilage and vocal cords to achieve the desired deeper voice
Benefits
Deeper voice
Negatives
Reduced Volume
Hoarseness or Strain
Irreversible Results
Pain, bleeding, infection etc
https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/transgender-voice-therapy-and-surgery/about/pac-20470545#:~:text=Gender-affirming voice surgery usually,transgender and gender-diverse people.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/transgender-voice-therapy-and-surgery/about/pac-20470545#:~:text=Gender-affirming voice surgery usually,transgender and gender-diverse people.
Cost
£5,000-£12,500
Recovery
Expected recovery
“Recovery time following voice deepening surgery typically takes 2 weeks or more, depending on the individual patient. During the initial recovery period, patients must observe voice rest to allow proper healing of the vocal cords”
Complication rate
10%
Results
the average pitch dropped from 156 Hz to 108.77 Hz
Conclusion
Effectiveness 6
Ease of getting 3
Complication rate 5
Cost 4
Overall 5
Intro
Small incisions are made within the natural creases of the nostrils to hide scarring. Small, precise wedges of tissue are removed from the alar base
Benefits
Reduces nose width specifically
Negatives
Swelling, bruising, pain etc
Scarring
Pigmentary Changes
https://macsclinic.co.uk/alar-base-reduction-at-macs-clinic/#:~:text=As with any surgical procedure,Revision surgery
https://harleyclinic.com/treatments/face/alar-base-reduction-nostril-reduction/#:~:text=Like all surgeries, there are,7 days following the surgery.
https://www.drmohaghegh.com.au/blog/nose-alar-reduction-is-it-right-for-you#:~:text=Potential complications,most people take to recover.
Cost
£1,500 to £7,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
If you’re wondering what to expect I’d recommend reading this Alarplasty Sydney - Nostril Reduction Surgery - Dr Hunt
Complication rate
1% to 3%
Results
View attachment 4153462
Conclusion
Effectiveness
Ease of getting
Complication rate
Cost
Overall
Intro
combined surgical and orthodontic procedure used to correct a narrow upper jaw
Benefits
Increases palate width, lip width
Negatives
Pain, swelling, and bruising
Gap between front teeth
Speech difficulties (lisp)(while wearing the appliance)
Nasal congestion or bleeding
Cost
£7,000-£15,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
If you’re wondering what to do I’d recommend reading this https://www.massgeneral.org/children/oral-and-maxillofacial-surgery/sarpe-same-surgery-aftercare
Complication rate
Around 10%
Results
View attachment 4153481
Conclusion
Effectiveness 8
Ease of getting 3
Complication rate 6
Cost 3
Overall 6
Yeah that's generally recommended for longer philtrums. You may have to get filler to lower for proportions.What about Lift lift? (cuz of long philtrum?)
Probably implantsWhat surgery would you recommend to get if i have very narrow upper and lower jaw. I've visited orthodontist and he said i would have to expand the lower jaw with operation after expanding upper with another operation and mse. Also thinking about what surgery should i get if i need forward growth; what surgery to make my forehead look smaller; what surgery to make my eyes look fucking crazy( i have upper eyelid exposure and recessed infras), also recessed maxilla).
Intro
During the operation, incisions are made along the hairline and around the ears, excess skin is removed, underlying muscles are tightened, and fat may be redistributed or added to achieve desired results
Benefits
More youthful appearance
Negatives
“Pixie ears”
Displaced or altered hairlines/sideburns
Visible or poor scarring
Infection, nerve damage, swelling etc
https://www.themcindoecentre.co.uk/news/face-the-facts-the-truth-about-facelifts/#:~:text=Common to all facelift techniques,and/or delayed healing occur.
https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cosmetic-procedures/cosmetic-surgery/facelift/
https://www.drdarrenmckeown.com/facelift/recognising-the-signs-of-a-bad-facelift-and-how-to-avoid-them/#:~:text=Stretched or overly tight skin,technique resulting in obvious scars.
Cost
between £3,000 and £30,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“My surgery and recovery were seamless—everything really went well. I had my facelift done under local anesthesia, a cocktail of pills that made me sleepy plus numbing shots that I don’t even recall getting. I was initially worried that I’d feel tugging or pulling, but I never felt anything. I was awake and talking to the doctor for some of the surgery but definitely dozed off for the majority of the time. I remember the doctor telling me what he was doing. We chatted about Instagram and the two Real Housewives of New Jersey he had also performed facelifts on. I remember him telling me when I was almost done.
After the procedure, I was pretty alert. I had no real pain—just tenderness and some swelling and bruising in my neck and upper cheeks. The head wrap I had to wear was tight—that was probably the most annoying part. My husband says I slept a lot the remainder of the afternoon and the night after surgery. I took my pain medicine for the first two to three days, as a preventive measure.
I was able to be up on my own almost right away. I was careful and slow but didn’t require much assistance. I went out in public the day after surgery—I was swollen but overall felt good. By day three, I was socializing with my family. It was winter, so I wore a hat and was able to cover bruising—I really did not look bad—and I kept getting compliments on how supple my skin looked. I was puffy, but my skin looked really, really good.
Now, eight months out, I still have some numbness, but it’s getting better each day”
Complication rate
2%
Results
View attachment 4153496
Conclusion
Effectiveness 7
Ease of getting 6
Complication rate 6
Cost 3
Overall 6
Intro
cosmetic procedure to remove excess breast tissue and fat in men to achieve a more masculine chest contour
Benefits
Gets rid of gyno
Negatives
Bleeding, infection, nerve damage etc
Seromas
Nipple Necrosis
Cost
£2,000-£7,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“I just got it done 6 days ago, after 3 days almost zero pain. Didn’t need pain killers, I was going on short walks after 2 days. I took a two hour train home 6 hours after waking up from op. The recovery for grade 1/2 really not that bad. I will says it’s not nothing… a few days of discomfort and a month of no gym and wearing an annoying vest…”
Anecdote from
Complication rate
Around 5%
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39652398/#:~:text=We collected demographic and clinical,gynecomastia; liposuction; surgical techniques.
Results
View attachment 4153510
Conclusion
Effectiveness 6
Ease of getting 8
Complication rate 8
Cost 7
Overall 7
Intro
involving cutting, moving, and fixing the chin bone in a new position with screws and plates
Benefits
Increased chin width, projection and height
Negatives
Pain, Bleeding, Swelling etc
Poor Wound Healing or Scarring
Tooth Root Damage
Cost
£3,000-£10,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“For someone with a low pain threshold, it hasn’t been bad. I was terrified going into theatre and the surgeon was very reassuring, “it won’t be bad, I usually do this as an add-on with bimax surgery.” I’m now day 3 post op. The pain has mostly been from the swelling, a throbbing sensation and some jaw aching. However, all completely manageable with NSAIDs, paracetamol and tapentadol as required. Tapentadol is a strong pain killer for mod-severe pain. I took it for the first two days but have cut down today. I can tell the swelling will take a long time to go down, it seems to be at its peak today.
It’s comforting to read other people’s stories. Even though everyone can be so different. I’m on day 5 post op. And my chin feels huge from the front and also makes my face look longer. I already had a long face. From the side profile, even though I’m swollen, I’m actually happy with it. It’s the front view is killing me..which I didn’t think I was going to have any issue with. I’m trying to be calm and trust the process. Numbers in my bottom lip and chin is insane. It’s so weird to take, eat, and smile! Which is also killing me. I also feel like I have a ball in my neck but it’s bigger on one side than the other and that concerns me a little.
I’m at about 3.5 months now. And it’s a major difference. My surgeon did tell me at my last follow up there is still some residual swelling and the chin will continue to “refine.” I’m still trying to be patient for final results but I’ve come a long way since that first week! The front view was what killed me too so you have to be very patient. Talking completely normal took a couple weeks but I remember my family telling me I sounded fine after 2 weeks. You’re just more aware of it. It’s crazy but even as swelling goes down you will start to adjust to your “new face” but it does take a while. I definitely had moments where I thought I made a mistake. But I’m happy now and I truly believe that by 6-9 months I’ll be even happier.”
Anecdote from Reddit
Complication rate
About 5%
Results
View attachment 4153515
Conclusion
Effectiveness 9
Ease of getting 5
Complication rate 5
Cost 5
Overall 7
Intro
This is technically not a surgery but I’m including it anyway
This powerful treatment removes deeper layers of skin, stimulating new collagen formation and resulting in significant skin smoothing and rejuvenation
Benefits
Removes almost all wrinkles, and increases collagen drastically
Negatives
Redness, Swelling, and Crusting
Skin Color Changes
Infection
Scarring
Organ damage
Cardiac toxicity
https://www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/beauty/skin/a62605535/what-is-a-phenol-peel/#:~:text=What are the side effects,often suggested, if not required.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/chemical-peel/about/pac-20393473#:~:text=Redness, scabbing and swelling.,- to 20-minute intervals.
https://essencemedical.co.uk/skin-peels/deep-peels-phenol/#:~:text=Potential Complications and Risks,Benefits of Phenol Deep Peels
Cost
between £1,500 to over £4,500
Recovery
Expected recovery
“For the vast majority the patients, the peeling process is complete by 10 days. After this time, makeup can be applied to the face without any issues.
The facial skin will be pink at first but settles over the next 6-8 weeks.”
Complication rate
around 5%
Results
View attachment 4153537
Conclusion
Effectiveness 9
Ease of getting 3
Complication rate 4
Cost 5
Overall 7
Intro
It is most commonly performed to pin back prominent ears that stick out from the head, making them sit closer to the skull. The surgery involves making incisions to reposition, reshape, and secure the ear cartilage with stitches, often on the back of the ear
Benefits
Reduces ear prominence
Negatives
Pain, bruising, swelling etc
https://111.wales.nhs.uk/encyclopaedia/e/article/earreshaping#:~:text=Side effects,ears for about 2 weeks
Scars
https://111.wales.nhs.uk/encyclopaedia/e/article/earreshaping#:~:text=Side effects,ears for about 2 weeks
Only lasts 5-10 years
Cost
£1,500 to £6,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
If you want information on recovery I’d recommend reading https://drjosebarrera.com/what-to-expect-during-recovery-from-otoplasty-surgery/
Complication rate
Around 5-10%
Results
View attachment 4153554
Conclusion
Effectiveness 8
Ease of getting 8
Complication rate 8
Cost 7
Overall 8
Intro
a surgical procedure that corrects or removes epicanthal folds at the inner corner of the eye
Benefits
Improves Canthial tilt, pfl, eye spacing and eye width to height
Negatives
Scarring
Pain, infection, bleeding etc
Cost
£1,000 to £3,500
Recovery
Expected recovery
worsening swelling and bruising for the first 2-3 days, with peak discomfort around day 3. You can expect stitches to be removed within the first week. While you can return to work around days 10-14, significant swelling and bruising can last 2-3 weeks, with final results becoming visible within 1-3 months
Complication rate
Around 5%
Results
View attachment 4153579
Conclusion
Effectiveness 9
Ease of getting 7
Complication rate 7
Cost 6
Overall 8
Intro
Again not actually classed as a surgery but I’m adding it anyway.
Skin lightening surgeries is a broad term for medical procedures that lighten skin by targeting pigment, with common methods including laser treatments, strong chemical peels, and dermabrasion, which remove or break down melanin
Benefits
Lightens skin tone
Negatives
Ochronosis
Increased sun sensitivity
Higher risk of skin cancer
Cost
£100-£2,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
Complication rate
- Initial recovery: Most patients experience redness, swelling, and a sensation similar to a mild sunburn for a few days. For more intense ablative lasers, the skin may be raw, ooze, and form a crust, which should not be picked.
- Healing time: Healing depends on the laser intensity. For ablative lasers, it can take 10 to 21 days for the area to heal. For non-ablative lasers, downtime is minimal, often lasting only a day or two.
About 20%
Results
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Conclusion
Effectiveness 7
Ease of getting 3
Complication rate 4
Cost 9
Overall 7
Intro
An incision is made within the natural hairline, a strip of forehead skin is removed, and the scalp is advanced forward to the new, lower position
Benefits
Shortens the forehead
Negatives
Infection, bleeding, pain etc
Scarring
Cost
From £5,000-£15,000
Recovery
Expected recovery
“However, you need to stay close to the clinic for at least a week while the stiches are healing, meaning you need to factor a long hotel stay into the price if you're traveling for the surgery. How well the scar heals will depend from person to person but should be presentable within 4-6 months”
Anecdote from @LiterallyNightwing
Complication rate
Under 1%
Results
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Conclusion
Effectiveness 7
Ease of getting 5
Complication rate 6
Cost 4
Overall 6
LeFort I — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 4/10; Complication rate (safety): 6/10; Cost: 3/10; Overall: 6/10
LeFort II — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 2/10; Complication rate: 5/10; Cost: 2/10; Overall: 5/10
LeFort III — Effectiveness: 9/10; Ease: 1/10; Complication rate: 4/10; Cost: 1/10; Overall: 6/10
Bimax — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 3/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 2/10; Overall: 6/10
CCW bimax — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 2/10; Complication rate: 5/10; Cost: 2/10; Overall: 5/10
Trimax — Effectiveness: 9/10; Ease: 1/10; Complication rate: 4/10; Cost: 1/10; Overall: 5/10
Cheekbone implants (malar implants) — Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 7/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 6/10
Jaw implants (general mandibular body implants) — Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 7/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 6/10
Jaw angle implants — Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 7/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 6/10
Brow-ridge implants — Effectiveness: 5/10; Ease: 5/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 5/10
Chin implants — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 7/10; Overall: 7/10
Infraorbital implants — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 3/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 4/10; Overall: 6/10
Custom skull implants — Effectiveness: 9/10; Ease: 2/10; Complication rate: 3/10; Cost: 1/10; Overall: 3/10
Wraparound implants (craniofacial wrap implants) — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 2/10; Complication rate: 5/10; Cost: 2/10; Overall: 6/10
Neck lift— Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 6/10; Complication rate: 5/10; Cost: 5/10; Overall: 5/10
Upper eyelid fat grafting — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 7/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 7/10; Overall: 7/10
Under-eye fat grafting — Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 7/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 6/10
penile fat grafting / 'dick fat grafting' — Effectiveness: 5/10; Ease: 4/10; Complication rate: 1/10; Cost: 5/10; Overall: 3/10
Lip fat grafting — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 7/10; Overall: 7/10
OBO (Orbital Box Osteotomy / box osteotomy) — Effectiveness: 9/10; Ease: 1/10; Complication rate: 4/10; Cost: 1/10; Overall: 5/10
Leg lengthening — Effectiveness: 10/10 (for increasing length); Ease: 1/10; Complication rate: 4/10; Cost: 1/10; Overall: 6/10
Clavicle lengthening — Effectiveness: 3/10; Ease: 1/10; Complication rate: 3/10; Cost: 2/10; Overall: 2/10
Canthoplasty — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 7/10; Overall: 8/10
Rhinoplasty — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 7/10
Eye color change (laser depigmentation) — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 3/10; Complication rate: 1/10; Cost: 3/10; Overall: 3/10
Filler (dermal fillers) — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 10/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 8/10; Overall: 8/10
Botox — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 10/10; Complication rate: 9/10; Cost: 9/10; Overall: 9/10
Mouth widening — Effectiveness: 3/10; Ease: 4/10; Complication rate: 4/10; Cost: 5/10; Overall: 4/10
Hair transplant — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 5/10; Overall: 7/10
Eyebrow transplant — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 7/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 7/10
Eyelash lift — Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 6/10; Complication rate: 10/10; Cost: 10/10; Overall: 8/10
Beard transplant — Effectiveness: 4/10; Ease: 7/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 5/10
BSSO (Bilateral sagittal split osteotomy) — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 3/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 3/10; Overall: 7/10
Upper blepharoplasty — Effectiveness: 3/10; Ease: 9/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 8/10; Overall: 4/10 or 6/10 if you’re Asian
Lower blepharoplasty — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 7/10; Overall: 7/10
Orbital decompression — Effectiveness: 9/10; Ease: 2/10; Complication rate: 3/10; Cost: 2/10; Overall: 5/10
Buccal fat removal — Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 9/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 8/10; Overall: 7/10
Liposuction — Effectiveness: 5/10 (for contouring); Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 6/10
Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) — Effectiveness: 6/10 (contour/skin removal); Ease: 5/10; Complication rate: 5/10; Cost: 5/10; Overall: 5/10
Voice deepening surgery — Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 3/10; Complication rate: 5/10; Cost: 4/10; Overall: 5/10
Alar base reduction — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 8/10; Overall: 8/10
SARPE (Surgically Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion) — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 3/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 3/10; Overall: 6/10
Face lift (rhytidectomy) — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 6/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 3/10; Overall: 6/10
Gynecomastia surgery — Effectiveness: 6/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 7/10; Overall: 7/10
Genioplasty —Effectiveness: 9/10; Ease: 5/10; Complication rate: 5/10; Cost: 5/10; Overall: 7/10
Phenol peel (deep chemical peel) — Effectiveness: 9/10; Ease: 3/10; Complication rate: 4/10; Cost: 5/10; Overall: 7/10
Otoplasty (ear pinning) — Effectiveness: 8/10; Ease: 8/10; Complication rate: 8/10; Cost: 7/10; Overall: 8/10
Medial epicanthoplasty — Effectiveness: 9/10; Ease: 7/10; Complication rate: 7/10; Cost: 6/10; Overall: 8/10
Skin lightening surgery — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 3/10; Complication rate: 4/10; Cost: 9/10; Overall: 7/10
Hairline lowering — Effectiveness: 7/10; Ease: 5/10; Complication rate: 6/10; Cost: 4/10; Overall: 6/10
Conclusion of the conclusion (if you’re extremely lazy)
LeFort I — Overall: 6/10
LeFort II — Overall: 5/10
LeFort III — Overall: 6/10
Bimax — Overall: 6/10
CCW bimax — Overall: 5/10
Trimax — Overall: 5/10
Cheekbone implants — Overall: 6/10
Jaw implants — Overall: 6/10
Jaw angle implants — Overall: 6/10
Brow-ridge implants — Overall: 5/10
Chin implants — Overall: 7/10
Infraorbital implants — Overall: 6/10
Custom skull implants — Overall: 3/10
Wraparound implants — Overall: 6/10
Neck lift — Overall: 5/10
Upper eyelid fat grafting — Overall: 7/10
Under-eye fat grafting — Overall: 6/10
Penile fat grafting — Overall: 3/10
Lip fat grafting — Overall: 7/10
OBO — Overall: 5/10
Leg lengthening — Overall: 6/10
Clavicle lengthening — Overall: 2/10
Canthoplasty — Overall: 8/10
Rhinoplasty — Overall: 7/10
Eye color change — Overall: 3/10
Filler — Overall: 8/10
Botox — Overall: 9/10
Mouth widening — Overall: 4/10
Hair transplant — Overall: 7/10
Eyebrow transplant — Overall: 7/10
Eyelash lift — Overall: 8/10
Beard transplant — Overall: 5/10
BSSO — Overall: 7/10
Upper blepharoplasty — Overall: 4/10 (or 6/10 if Asian)
Lower blepharoplasty — Overall: 7/10
Orbital decompression — Overall: 5/10
Buccal fat removal — Overall: 7/10
Liposuction — Overall: 6/10
Tummy tuck — Overall: 5/10
Voice deepening surgery — Overall: 5/10
Alar base reduction — Overall: 8/10
SARPE — Overall: 6/10
Face lift — Overall: 6/10
Gynecomastia surgery — Overall: 7/10
Genioplasty — Overall: 7/10
Phenol peel — Overall: 7/10
Otoplasty — Overall: 8/10
Medial epicanthoplasty — Overall: 8/10
Skin lightening surgery — Overall: 7/10
Hairline lowering — Overall: 6/10
It’s not as high as I stated in the thread it’s probably a 3 instead of . It’s just a bimax combined with a genioIm not well revised on surgery but is it really that hard to get a trimax?
Yeah I got confused cause you rated the difficulty of getting the procedure the same as a lefort 3 lol.It’s not as high as I stated in the thread it’s probably a 3 instead of . It’s just a bimax combined with a genio