This should resolve

Richard P. Rand, MD answers: Cheek discoloration after Face Lift

I had a Face Lift 45 days ago. Where the plastic surgeon pulled the platysma on my cheeks, I now have about 1" of discoloration. It looks like a light bruise, but deeper than the surface. There is no pain. What is happening? Will this correct over time? What can I do to accelerate healing process?


Richard P. Rand, MD
8 months ago
By Richard P. Rand, MD - Seattle Plastic Surgeon

It is not normal to have discoloration 6+ weeks after a facelift but it could be some resolving bruising that occurred at surgery.  Arnica  creams, massage and manual lympahtic drainage can possibly help speed the resolution.  It should all go away at some point.

Web reference: http://www.randcosmeticsurgery.com
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