Elizabeth’s story
Elizabeth's Story
Age: 51
Location: Norfolk
Treatment(s): Upper eyelid surgery with skin and muscle excision
“I am so pleased I took the plunge and I definitely wish I’d had it done earlier. It has made a world of difference and made me feel like a new woman. Thank you Bella Vou for giving me back my confidence. ”
Elizabeth, 51, from Norfolk, felt self-conscious about her heavy eyelids. In April 2021, she decided to have upper eyelid surgery with skin and muscle excision. Here she shares her experience.
I had been feeling unhappy with my eyes for some years. I felt very self-conscious of how heavy they looked, and in every photo I thought I looked tired. I felt old and invisible, and it was making me miserable. I wore glasses all the time to hide my eyes, and found I had boxes of contact lenses building up that I just couldn’t use. I also felt really sad at not being able to wear beautiful coloured eyeshadows and eyeliner as I had done in my 20s and 30s.
I had been considering upper eyelid surgery for a few years, but I had many assumptions and fears which created personal barriers to having the surgery. I felt torn between the longing to feel more confident and better about myself on the one hand, and the sense that I should be grateful for all I have as I have grown older on the other. I also feared the procedure and what it would entail before I fully understood the process.
I did not know where to start in researching the right surgeon and clinic for the procedure. But after speaking to friends and colleagues, Bella Vou was recommended to me on more than one occasion, and the clinical team at Bella Vou were regularly featured online in social media posts and interviews.
Bella Vou was recommended to me on more than one occasion, and the clinical team at Bella Vou were regularly featured online in social media posts and interviews.
After reading many, many reviews, I realised that it was only me and my fears that were getting in the way of me being the best version of myself, so I took the plunge and booked a consultation.
I had a FaceTime consultation with Dr Amir Nakhdjevani and he was very informative and reassured me of the process. I felt at ease and confident, and I knew I could trust him and the rest of the team right away. I felt confident that I was choosing the right surgeon and clinic for my procedure.
The communication from the clinic pre op was great and the team was always available to answer any questions and reassure me. Whilst excited for the end result, I was also incredibly nervous about the procedure, but the team is so friendly, caring and helpful and made me feel very comfortable and relaxed every step of the way. Everything was explained to me before, during and after in relation to the procedure and post-op care, which put my mind at ease and helped me to feel relaxed and in control of the situation.
I travelled to Tunbridge Wells with a friend, and we had to wait a little while before the surgery so we had a wander around The Pantiles. Going into Bella Vou, I was made to feel very welcome and comfortable. I didn’t feel like I was on my own, I felt looked after. Dr Amir was calm, gentle and reassuring. The procedure was very quick and pain free. I was in and out in just over an hour.
The communication from the clinic pre op was great and the team was always available to answer any questions and reassure me.
I had my procedure in the evening, so got into bed as soon as I got home. I was unprepared for how tired I would feel the next day, so I would recommend a day to yourself to rest. Swelling and bruising are an expected part of the process and applying witch hazel provided instant relief from any minimal discomfort and itching. My right eye took a little bit longer to heal than my left, but the itchiness and numbness has gone now. The scars are really fine and fairly invisible, and I’m taking good care of them by wearing sunglasses in the sun.
I had a post-op appointment via FaceTime with the clinical team at week one, who were pleased with my progress. The team also sent me some beautiful flowers which was such a lovely gesture.
Since the surgery, I have felt so much more like me. I can now wear beautiful eyeshadows, which can actually be seen and don’t smudge or crease throughout the day, and I am wearing contact lenses far more often. I have even noticed that my peripheral vision has improved. I am happy to have my picture taken again, and I no longer feel invisible. I have also had lots of comments about how well I look - a friend I’ve known for a very long time said that I look how I did 20 or 30 years ago!
I am so pleased I took the plunge and I definitely wish I’d had it done earlier. It has made a world of difference and made me feel like a new woman. Thank you Bella Vou for giving me back my confidence.
I have even noticed that my peripheral vision has improved. I am happy to have my picture taken again, and I no longer feel invisible. I have also had lots of comments about how well I look - a friend I’ve known for a very long time said that I look how I did 20 or 30 years ago!
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I had a breast augmentation at Bella Vou 4 weeks ago and I am ecstatic with my results, the scars are so neat and tidy, I am healing so well. The surgeons, nursing staff and everyone who assisted me on my journey were amazing. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to get surgery. Best decision I have ever made. Thank you!
Anon
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I have had 3 procedures now with Amir and I can honestly say, after having several cosmetic surgery with top plastic surgeons up and down the UK and in Poland, Amir is the best surgeon, my reasons why, professionalism, precise, skills are attention to detail and finesse is phenomenal.
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Absolutely wonderful experience with Amir. I’m so happy I chose to go ahead with my procedure with BellaVou. My scars are barely visible and the customer service is incredible. I’ve had nothing but complements, and I feel much more confident. 10/10! Amir made me feel completely at ease, I didn’t feel nervous at all.
Katie Truscott
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I am delighted with the results so far – web and scar tissue successfully removed and at last I am looking normal – I can already say it was the best thing I have done in a long time.
Spink
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I couldn’t be more grateful for Bella Vou, after years of research, I felt so comfortable in Amir’s hands, he is more than just a doctor. Him and Joy really are a dream team and kept me at ease throughout my procedure. Can’t thank you all enough!!
Donna
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Whilst recovering I received a fantastic hamper of fresh fruit, biscuits and tea from Bella Vou! I am 2 weeks into my healing process and things are healing nicely. After 2 days rest, I was up and about doing my normal day to day things. I would highly recommend Bella Vou they are fantastic!
Martin
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Dr Amir & Nurse Jill made me feel at ease immediately. I couldn’t believe that throughout I was talking and laughing with Amir and Jill about all kinds of subjects. I would highly recommend Dr Amir & his team, nothing was too much trouble. The ambience in the clinic is so calming and the procedure was swift whilst each part of the process explained thoroughly.
Martin
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Joanne
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I would 100% definitely recommend Bella Vue, especially for their kind, compassionate, caring and professional staff and Amir Nakhdjevani for his amazing results on my eyes.
Ann Faith
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I am so happy with the result, which Amir said will keep improving over the next few months, I’m more than happy with how it looks now, but bring it on!
Carrie
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I honestly couldn’t be happier. I never thought I would love myself again and I already am in love with my new body. If you have any hesitation- go and see Amir at Bella Vou and I’m sure he can make your dreams come true.
Anonymous
★★★★★
Three weeks on from my procedures, from the front, you cannot even tell that I have had anything done. There is no scarring visible at all. Behind my ears are slightly red but they are healing beautifully. When I look at the work of other surgeons who are lauded on here, there really is no comparison with the excellence of Amir’s work.
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Thank You very much to the Bella Vou Team for everything I am so grateful. I am really excited about the future and am most grateful to Bella Vou for a great job. I have already experimented with the shops and found a big smile on my face when trying outfits on for my daughter’s wedding!
Allison
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From the first consultation, Amir made me feel completely at ease, answered any questions I had for him and, him and his team acted very professionally. I had gynecomastia surgery and was very concerned about it, especially the recovery time. I was reassured that I would recover very quickly and, true to his word, I was back at work within 5 days with no pain and great results!!
Gino Latino
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Amir is an amazing surgeon, after having botched surgery 7 years ago and never feeling happy with my result, I went to Amir who was very professional explained that he will correct but not to expect a miracle and that is what he did, my body no longer looks saggy and old, he has made me love my body again, I’m so pleased with the result and have already recommended Amir to two of my friends.
Rachel
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Would definitely recommend to friends and family .. the staff at Bella Vou are lovely kind and caring and are there for you every step of the way which really reassured me and made me feel at ease 🙂
Anita Massimo
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I couldn’t be more grateful for Bella Vou, after years of research, I felt so comfortable in Amir’s hands, he is more than just a doctor. Him and Joy really are a dream team and kept me at ease throughout my procedure. Can’t thank you all enough!!
Donna
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Ollie
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Bella Vou was not my first choice but after a friend recommended going, I did. To say it was a pleasant experience would not be exaggerating. The whole clinic staff we friendly and helpful. They made me feel they were generally interested in me and what I had come to have done. I would definitely go back.
Becky
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After my very first session with Nikki I noticed a big difference in pain reduction & mobility. After five more sessions, I don’t have any pain & I am able to train as hard as I like without any limitations. I would highly recommend Nikki to anyone.
Anon
★★★★★
I had a breast augmentation at Bella Vou 4 weeks ago and I am ecstatic with my results, the scars are so neat and tidy, I am healing so well. The surgeons, nursing staff and everyone who assisted me on my journey were amazing. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to get surgery. Best decision I have ever made. Thank you!
Anon
★★★★★
I have had 3 procedures now with Amir and I can honestly say, after having several cosmetic surgery with top plastic surgeons up and down the UK and in Poland, Amir is the best surgeon, my reasons why, professionalism, precise, skills are attention to detail and finesse is phenomenal.
★★★★★
Absolutely wonderful experience with Amir. I’m so happy I chose to go ahead with my procedure with BellaVou. My scars are barely visible and the customer service is incredible. I’ve had nothing but complements, and I feel much more confident. 10/10! Amir made me feel completely at ease, I didn’t feel nervous at all.
Katie Truscott
★★★★★
I am delighted with the results so far – web and scar tissue successfully removed and at last I am looking normal – I can already say it was the best thing I have done in a long time.
Spink
★★★★★
I couldn’t be more grateful for Bella Vou, after years of research, I felt so comfortable in Amir’s hands, he is more than just a doctor. Him and Joy really are a dream team and kept me at ease throughout my procedure. Can’t thank you all enough!!
Donna
★★★★★
Whilst recovering I received a fantastic hamper of fresh fruit, biscuits and tea from Bella Vou! I am 2 weeks into my healing process and things are healing nicely. After 2 days rest, I was up and about doing my normal day to day things. I would highly recommend Bella Vou they are fantastic!
Martin
★★★★★
Dr Amir & Nurse Jill made me feel at ease immediately. I couldn’t believe that throughout I was talking and laughing with Amir and Jill about all kinds of subjects. I would highly recommend Dr Amir & his team, nothing was too much trouble. The ambience in the clinic is so calming and the procedure was swift whilst each part of the process explained thoroughly.
Martin
★★★★★
The lip filler has been a perfect temporary solution for me and I absolutely love the look of having fuller lips. Bella Vou were excellent and really eased some of my concerns and for the first time, I really love my lips.
Joanne
★★★★★
I would 100% definitely recommend Bella Vue, especially for their kind, compassionate, caring and professional staff and Amir Nakhdjevani for his amazing results on my eyes.
Ann Faith
★★★★★
I am so happy with the result, which Amir said will keep improving over the next few months, I’m more than happy with how it looks now, but bring it on!
Carrie
