A grandmother has stunned friends and family by turning back the clock with a dramatic facelift – but admits she has two major regrets about her transformation.
The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, underwent the procedure in her late 60s and now looks two decades younger. However, she reveals that despite her youthful appearance, there were aspects of the surgery she wishes she'd known beforehand.
The Life-Changing Results
"People don't recognise me anymore," she confessed. "I've had old friends walk straight past me in the street. My grandchildren say I don't look like their grandma anymore – but in a good way!"
The results were so remarkable that even medical professionals were impressed. "My GP actually gasped when he saw me," she recalled.
The Two Big Regrets
Despite the successful outcome, the grandmother shared two significant regrets:
- The recovery was much harder than expected: "I wasn't prepared for how painful and lengthy the healing process would be. It took months before I felt like myself again."
- The psychological impact surprised her: "Looking in the mirror and seeing a stranger staring back was more unsettling than I anticipated. It took time to adjust to my new face."
Expert Advice for Considering Cosmetic Surgery
Plastic surgeons emphasise the importance of thorough research before any procedure:
- Have realistic expectations about results and recovery
- Choose an accredited, experienced surgeon
- Prepare mentally for the changes
- Allow proper time for healing
- Consider the psychological impact
The grandmother concludes: "While I'm happy with how I look now, I wish I'd been better prepared for what the journey would really be like. My advice to others would be to research every aspect thoroughly – not just the end result."
