It sometimes take a few weeks for swelling to go down

Jonathan Hoenig, MD answers: Why don't I look like myself?

I had a lifestyle lift 5 days ago. How long does it take for the swelling to go down. I look deformed. I have been appling ice as often as I can. I do not look like myself. please let me know how long it will take.


Jonathan Hoenig, MD
6 months ago
By Jonathan Hoenig, MD - Beverly Hills Oculoplastic surgeon

After a facelift it may take 1 to 3 weeks for the majority of the swelling to go down. The more active you are, the longer the swelling will take to resolve. Some people swell more, and some (obviously) swell less. If you have had other procedures like eyelid surgery than the swelling in the eyes usually goes away last.

Be sure to follow your doctor's instructions after surgery to limit activity, avoid salt, and sleep on your back with a couple extra pillows under your head and shoulders. Doing these simple things will help to keep the swelling down and you'll heal more quickly.

Web reference: http://www.la-plastic-surgery.com/facelift.html
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