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My FFS with Dr. Cardenas: June 21st, 2014

Started by Roni, June 18, 2014, 08:32:09 AM

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calicarly

Low dose HRT-2004
Full time and full dose HRT-2009
BA/Rhinoplasty-May 2013
FFS-Aug 2014
Body contouring-Jan 2015
GRS- Feb 2016
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Roni

Quote from: calicarly on June 21, 2014, 05:50:29 AM
Best of luck Roni!!

Thanks Calicarly!

One hour til my operation! I will be leaving for the hospital in fifteen minutes. I'm excited and nervous at the same time!
On the wild journey to self-discovery. Free yourself.
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EmmaD

Good luck Roni. I'll be thinking of you over the few days.
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calicarly

Omg . I bet you have the biggest smile right now. Cheers for big improvements and life changing surgery x x
Low dose HRT-2004
Full time and full dose HRT-2009
BA/Rhinoplasty-May 2013
FFS-Aug 2014
Body contouring-Jan 2015
GRS- Feb 2016
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calicarly

I just want to say something since this is the only Cardenas thread left, every single thread that Jgirl has started and in which she has spoken with thorough respect, have now all been locked, due to others slandering Cardenas or due to "jumpy" moderators, however, I believe that Jgirl is an asset to this forum as an active user and I think her investigation and concerns are absolutely valid, and, considering her respectful demeanour and eloquent writing manner, I do not think she is here to put Dr Cardenas down or to make false accusations, I have been a witness to the fact that not one single girl member of Susan's has come forward who has had a type III forehead reconstruction with him,  despite him offering and charging special prices for this procedure. I believe Jgirl is in search of quality and value for her money in regards to FFS. As are most of us here and her concerns and questions are of use for the people who might be looking for type III forehead reconstruction and equally to all future Cardenas patients. I would like to make a friendly and caring appeal to the moderators who have warned her and locked her threads, as aforementioned although the subject has caused some heated arguments by others, I haven't once seen her making slanderous or derogatory comments to other members, moderators, or to or about surgeons.

Roni shall be getting back to us soon in regards to her promised type III reconstruction she should be undergoing today as well and maybe shed some light on the subject. With absolute and due respect to moderators of course, and thanks for keeping this forum a positive one, with a healthy exchange and "flow" of information.
Low dose HRT-2004
Full time and full dose HRT-2009
BA/Rhinoplasty-May 2013
FFS-Aug 2014
Body contouring-Jan 2015
GRS- Feb 2016
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lemon_ice

Wow, good luck Roni!! :) I too am following this thread with much interest as I'm looking to have FFS myself in next 6-7 months. Currently I'm considering Cardenas, DiMaggio, or possibly Rossi if I can find some more results and information from him. Cardenas is actually at the top of my list at the moment as my nose is my biggest issue for me while my sinus overhang is not too bad for a Caucasian.. I can't wait to see how you look Roni, you're already so pretty! I think you will look amazing when you're all healed :)

As for Carly's comment, I also agree. I have seen some rather slanderous comments and threads from others which I think should absolutely be dealt with, but I hope we can keep at least some threads open about Cardenas, I rather like his results and will quite likely have him work on me, I think Jgirl looks amazing! but I definitely understand the issue she has with the work done, and really appreciate her helping to empower others with more information. Is it possible to just delete slanderous comments or suspend the offenders responsible? I would hate for this thread be shut down due to just one offensive poster...

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EmmaD

God, I've been thinking of Roni since yesterday!! I actually have butterflies.  Hopefully there in person in November.

On the other stuff, this is Roni's thread about her surgery.  Can we leave it that way?  If someone tries to piggy-back off this thread and re-litigate other issues, guess what is going to happen?

Best wishes to Roni!

Edit: turns out I can't spell!
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Roni

Update 2
I am back in the recovery house after spending a day in the hospital.

Dr. Cardenas performed Type III on my forehead as planned, and has promised to show me pictures of the Type III surgery in progress. My forehead and eyes are really swollen but I can already see that my forehead is as flat as I had wanted it, including the sinus area! I can definitely say at this point that Dr. Cardenas' Type III results look VERY promising.

I can't comment on my nose results but will be able to on Wednesday once my cast is removed.

Pain wise, the entire procedure thus far is not so much painful as it is uncomfortable. The only painful experience I've had was when drinking water. The water stung the wounds left by the buccal fat removal inside of my cheeks, and boy did that hurt for a bit.

The services provided at both the hospital and recovery house are top-notch. I will update with pictures as soon as the swelling goes down.
On the wild journey to self-discovery. Free yourself.
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Roni

I would also like to add that it is unfortunate there had to be so much controversy regarding the recent Cardenas threads. Would first and foremost like to thank the moderators for doing what they think is right and keeping Susan's a peaceful environment to engage in trans-related conversation.

With that being said, I would like to thank Jgirl, however. She is the sole reason I decided to go ahead with Type III forehead remodeling. Without her, I could have ended up another unhappy girl. So far I am loving what results I can see, and it is people like Jgirl who engage in respectful and meaningful conversation that help make transitioning better and more successful for all of us.

Hopefully the storm that erupted here regarding Cardenas can be put to rest, as I would not like this thread to end up like all the others. I am possibly the first girl to publicly come forward about Type III with Cardenas on this forum, if not the internet. In a few days when I post some result pics, it is my hope that questions surrounding Cardenas can be answered.  ;)
On the wild journey to self-discovery. Free yourself.
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angel0202

SO GLAD your happy and in little pain. Take care, the post opp annoyingness will soon be a memory.  :angel:
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INgrid Alicia

Congrats Roni :D !! i hope you get the result you want :) and thanks for sharing,  i really find it very usefull these, maybe im cosidering cardenas for my type III, Thanks you so much!!

And good luck with the recovery!
I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not. - Kurt Cobain.
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Evolving Beauty

FINALLY SOMEONE CAME UP WITH THE TYPE III PFFFFT!!! Now my mind is quiet in peace and might go with him again as originally planning. In fact my head was pivoting with all those confusing debate threads that I linked up all threads and e-mailed it to Cardenas to check Susans out and told him you better stop escaping the Type III requests or you'll lose people so there he finally jumped into the waters thanks god.  >:-)
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EmmaD

Congrats.  I am very pleased for you. 

Now I really do have butterflies.  Planning back on track.  Woohoo!!!!
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Roni

Thanks for all your thoughts everyone! Just realized I have lost the ability to taste, but I guess that is normal after a rhinoplasty. It's just disappointing because the food at the recovery house has been amazing so far, and I was SO looking forward to eating something nice once I was discharged from the hospital. Oh well!

On a much different note, I too am glad Cardenas proceeded with type III forehead remodeling. Now that it's all said and done, and there is finally a type III patient present amongst us women here, let us move our energy AWAY from the recent Cardenas fiasco so that this thread remains open. I appreciate it everybody. :)
On the wild journey to self-discovery. Free yourself.
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calicarly

I am soo happy for you Roni, sounds like you will see great results and thanks to you and Jgirl for solving the type III forehead mystery with Cardenas lol, now I am so excited to see your results, even though I'm not going to Cardenas, like you and Jgirl, I am fully transitioned for years now and spent quite a while on hormones and this is more of a finishing touch than a kick start like many others use it for, that's why I get so interested in the results for girls like us.

I hope you will be sharing pics with us, happy healing Roni and hugs your way x
Low dose HRT-2004
Full time and full dose HRT-2009
BA/Rhinoplasty-May 2013
FFS-Aug 2014
Body contouring-Jan 2015
GRS- Feb 2016
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Jennygirl

Congrats Roni!! :D :D

Can't wait to see the results! Sounds like you are already very pleased which is excellent!. Keep that up and you'll be recovered in no time!
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calicarly

Jenny, I keep meaning to say this when I see your avatar in other threads, u look great!
Low dose HRT-2004
Full time and full dose HRT-2009
BA/Rhinoplasty-May 2013
FFS-Aug 2014
Body contouring-Jan 2015
GRS- Feb 2016
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Jennygirl

Quote from: calicarly on June 23, 2014, 05:05:38 AM
Jenny, I keep meaning to say this when I see your avatar in other threads, u look great!

Aw thanks sweetie :D And best wishes for you with your upcoming surgery with Dr. Bart! Exciting times these are!
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crowcrow223

I am so happy for you, Roni! You can't believe how much you have helped me and others.

Your experience, as I mentioned, is very valuable.

Keep us posted and God bless.
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shedevilcanada

Congrats Roni, and have a speedy recovery.. Can't wait to see the new pics.
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