Nashville Chin Liposuction doctors
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T. Wayne Day, MD
Nashville Dermatologic Surgeon
24 White Bridge Rd, Nashville |
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Donald Griffin, MD
Nashville Plastic Surgeon
4322 Harding Pike Ste 314, Nashville |
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Michael Hueneke, MD
Nashville Plastic Surgeon
1914 Charlotte Avenue Suite 101, Nashville |
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J. Jason Wendel, MD
Nashville Plastic Surgeon
1215 21st Ave South Suite 6050 , Nashville |
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Ted Behar, MD
Nashville Plastic Surgeon
397 Wallace Rd Bldg C, Nashville |
Recent Answers
When I talk or smile my lower lip does not move all the way down like normal. The surgeon had to cut the muscle under my chin to remove all the fat;the majority of my fat was under the muscle. She also said most of the fat was on the right side and it took her a while to remove all of it. The right side of my face is swollen and the majority of my swelling is on the right side of my neck. How can I tell if this is permanent? Could this be from the swelling?
Dr. Day is incorrect. The nerve does not go "to sleep". Temporarily the local anesthetic used during surgery can cause muscle weakness. This subsides over several hours. Something six days out is an injury to the nerve. The good news is that most patients recover without permanent drooping but it can take up to 3-4 months. You should see and inform your surgeon right away.
When I talk or smile my lower lip does not move all the way down like normal. The surgeon had to cut the muscle under my chin to remove all the fat;the majority of my fat was under the muscle. She also said most of the fat was on the right side and it took her a while to remove all of it. The right side of my face is swollen and the majority of my swelling is on the right side of my neck. How can I tell if this is permanent? Could this be from the swelling?
There is a nerve to the corner of the mouth that goes straight down and over the jaw bone. Sometimes it can go to sleep after lipo, like hitting the nerve on your elbow and having your little finger go to sleep.
The facial droop is not permanent and normally goes away within six weeks. No special care is needed. It heals naturally.
I have been this weight for 5 years.
Liposuction may be an option for you if your skin elasticity is good and you have neck anatomy that would benefit from liposuction. If you have an airway that protrudes anteriorly, you will see less benefit from liposuction than someone with a more posterior airway. Without pictures or seeing you in consultation, no one can predict how good a candidate you will be. You should consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon to determine the best option for you.