My FFS date with Dr. C is set in stone! April 16th of this year. *Happy dance* For those who've had surgery and recovery with Cardenas, do you have any advice on things to take with me to make my recovery and stay easier? I've got entertainment covered with my laptop and PS Vita, but I'm open to suggestions on other stuff that would make my stay more pleasant.

My other question is for any girls that've had FFS with any surgeon. How soon were you able to get back on your HRT regimen after surgery? I've got to stop taking hormones 2 weeks before surgery, and I'm freaking out about it a bit. I'm hoping to get back on them rather quickly. How did it affect you while you were off of them? Any help here is appreciated.

I am also set to have surgery mid-May with Cardenas. Unfortunately I usually only see about 2 girls on here post about their experience with him, usually Tristan and one other. I value their feedback but would really love to see someone else discuss their experience as well. I do have a close friend who went to Cardenas, and she looks very good and has good things to say about him. She is a big reason why I've decided to take the plunge and go to Guadalajara. Also, I really hope Cardenas will be operating in the new Innovare center by the time I get there. I've heard the current operating facilities are not up to American standards but they are "safe" so I've heard. My friend is an RN and she feels comfortable, so....

As far as entertainment, I think they have television and HULU etc. Did you book through Transop.com?

Sorry I did a terrible job at really reading your post! LOL - I plan on taking my ipod and laptop for entertainment. I also have a friend coming with me so that should help keep me unbored. Is someone going with you? Look forward to hearing about your experience as you'll be having your surgery about a month before me... Hope you'll come back here and let everyone know how it goes

Most of the thing are provided at the tyler recovery house, I didn't bring anything special. They have really fast WiFi there and the food are excellent.

I can direct a friend of mine who went to Cardenas for FFS and an orchi, however the residence was booked so she had to book a hotel. If it's any help I can ask her.

Both of you who are going to have FFS with him, KEEP US POSTED. Don't disappear please I wanna know every detail~~

Don't worry, I'll post how it goes, and how I was treated. Im having quite a bit done, but not as much as some. I'm having:

Forehead contouring
Brow lift
Hairline advance (to close in the corners)
Sliding genioplasty
Jaw reduction
Lip lift
Fat injection to lips

No rhinoplasty (he said my nose needed no work. YAY!!)
He recommended cheek implants, but I said no, as I'm not comfy with implanting foreign objects in my face.

And yes, Jgirl, I am taking someone with me. I'm gonna be freaking out enough as it is, so she'll help me stay calm. Like you, I hope to be one of the first in the Innovare Center, but if I'm not, meh. No biggie.

He seems so honest and loyal though! Like he won't lie you need more work done just to get a bit of penny off of ya... that's amazing yall

Its now been 10 months since my surgery with Dr Cardenas. There is still some swelling to my nose and chin but it does look like Dr C and his team HAVE been too conservative, especially with my chin.

i was also considering Cardenas for my ffs, but im not so sure about him anymore since I've been able to tell he's quite conservative. i know 2 girls who went to him and i didn't see a big difference after the surgery. let us know how it goes

The only thing I noticed that you two mentioned is the fact that he is not super-rough when it comes to shaving a browridge/forehead and jaw/chin, he may not have enough experience or he is aware how invasive those surgeries are, whatever the reason might be

From what I've been told by several people is that if you tell him to be aggressive with a certain part of your face, he will be. I have a pretty clear idea of what I want, and will make sure to communicate that to him. Communication with your surgeon is important. It's your money you're spending, and your face on the line. Don't be timid. Talk about your fears and expectations with your surgeon. Don't hold anything back. Also, have realistic expectations about your results.

Quote from: AubreyN7 on March 28, 2014, 01:28:45 PM
From what I've been told by several people is that if you tell him to be aggressive with a certain part of your face, he will be. I have a pretty clear idea of what I want, and will make sure to communicate that to him. Communication with your surgeon is important. It's your money you're spending, and your face on the line. Don't be timid. Talk about your fears and expectations with your surgeon. Don't hold anything back. Also, have realistic expectations about your results.

yah you are totally right. most drs are very open to hear what you want the outcome to be.
i hope everything goes well with your surgery and keep us posted

Aubrey how did it go?

<crickets>

Why does every Cardenas girk disapear after ffs?
Do they even come back?

I know right? I'm scheduled for May 16...  My best girlfriend went to him, and her friends did also and they are all ok, but none the less... I find it disconcerting that Aubrey would "promise" to come back here and update everyone, and then just not do that...  People who do that, SUCK...

You don't know guys what she's going through, maybe she didn't take her laptpp, maybe there are wifi issues or whatever. Be gracious to her!! Don't jump into conclusions too quick you guys please