Bruising or hematoma after Facelift?

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8 answers to “Bruising or hematoma after Facelift?”

A: Some bruising, some skin loss, and a possible hematoma

By Shahram Salemy, MD - Seattle Plastic Surgeon

It's difficult to know without examining you, but from your photo you certainly have some skin loss and some bruising, and my guess is a small hematoma as well. I would see your surgeon ASAP as I am sure he would want to treat this in some manner, be it local wound care or drainage of the hematoma. ... more

A: Looks like small hematoma with a little skin loss.

By George J. Beraka, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Hi. From the one picture and from the timing, I think you have a hematoma that should be looked at right away, because it could affect the result. I cannot tell you what treatment you need (most commonly, the blood clot is removed under anesthesia), but see you surgeon right away!

A: Likely a bruise

By Scott E. Kasden, MD - Dallas Plastic Surgeon

This dark area looks like a bruise. A hematoma may be possible but it is associated with localized fullness, pressure/tightness, and pain or discomfot. Make sure you keep in contact with the doctor. sek

A: See your surgeon

By Darrick E. Antell, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

While one photo clearly does not tell the whole story, I do think that you should see your surgeon for advice. It appears that the skin at the top, just in front of the ear, is looking compromised. Topical antibiotics, or other treatment may enhance your outcome.

A: Get this checked

By Marcus L. Peterson, MD - St. George Plastic Surgeon

In order to protect the skin, this needs to be checked. There are some simple things that can be done to help your situation that may have long term consequences. You want to prevent the skin from breaking down and forming scars. If there is a hematoma, the blood can be removed to reduce the... more

A: Call your doctor to check for hematoma after Face Lift

By Brooke R. Seckel, MD - Boston Plastic Surgeon

Bruising is common after facelift; however, your history and picture suggests a hematoma. Typically, bruising after face lift is apparent in the first day or two. The acute onset of bruising at day 4 suggests that you may have had some bleeding and a hematoma has formed. This can happen if your blood pressure... more

A: Please see your surgeon!

By Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD - Los Angeles Oculoplastic surgeon

Dear JPierce Some times patients are very considerate of their busy surgeon's: "I didn't want to bother you so I am waiting for my one week appointment." Please be aware that this hematoma potentially constitutes a threat to the facial skin over the area of the bruise. If you... more

A: Cause for concern

By Robin T.W. Yuan, MD - Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Of course you should be addressing these concerns to your own surgeon. From your photos, there appears to be an area of dark skin above your ear where your sideburns should be. If it is black, this is not normal. Your skin of the cheek area in front of your ear is quite dark and could very well indicate a... more