Chin Job

Man, it's so nice to write here. It feels safe and warm. I like writing here. It's mine. It's me just being me. Well, mostly.

I'm getting some laser surgery done next month. I have scarring on my chin and the very nice plastic surgeon man is going to "resurface" it. That's a euphemism for burning off the top layers of skin until it's a great weeping raw wound. Sounds like fun, eh?

I thought it would be so straightforward, but nooooo... I almost decided not to do after he explained the procedure.

The first three days afterwards, it will be raw and weeping. It can't be bandaged because there's no bandage that will actually stay on the chin - too awkward a spot. So guess what, it gets covered in vaseline and stays exposed to the world.

Then it starts to scab over. I guess scabby is better than open and weeping... but not much!

After another week or two, the scab starts to fall off, and the fresh new healing skin is revealed.... except it's bright pink. Sort of glow-in-the-dark pink for about 6-12 weeks.

After which time, it either goes back to normal... or it's permanently white for the rest of my life.

And I PAY him for the privilege of doing this!

So why bother? I've been asking myself that... but I know this is something I want to do. I've had a scarred chin for 20 years now, and I've always hated it, always been conscious of it.

The doctor is good and very honest. He told me my chin will never look normal, but that he thinks that a 50% improvement is possible.

That's worth it to me.

OH, BRAVO, BRAVO

Hope things work out for the best Milady.

Maybe there is a spot where I can get a face "replace."

As yucky as that sounds, I'm happy for you that you're able to get it done! Also glad that you've found a doctor you trust and like :)

Glad to hear that things are going well for you, Deb! Your boys are growing up so fast...time flies doesn't it?

I haven't been shooting much lately either...no time! I have a brand spanking new camera and it's sitting all alone on a shelf...poor thing lol

Now I'll have to check out your other weblog!

Take care :))

OK, now you have to promise to take pics!! :-) Good luck with the surgery can't wait to see the after!

PS - you need to change my link on the side - I made changes! LOL

hey thank you so much doug! :) i do not think you need a face replace... your face is lovely :)

hey deb... yeah, would love to get out shooting more. what sort of camera have you got?

thanks sueellen! you're right i should take before and afters. yes, i'll update the link at the side... sorry, i haven't touched those links for ages!