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Circular Ridges After Cheek Liposuction
I had Liposuction of my cheeks 6 weeks ago and now have these firm circular ridges that are very prominent when I smile. I showed the doctor, and he said to masssage frequently and use heat. I've been doing this for 3 weeks with little improvement. Is this permanent? Can it be fixed? Will fillers help to make them less noticeable?
Asked 33 months ago by
lesliec reno in reno, nv
Read my review "Permanent Facial Scarring from Liposuction?"
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It takes several months to see the final appearance after facial liposuction
Hi,
I know it's distressing to think that you'll be left with permanent facial ridges, but try to be patient. The ridges can the result of multiple factors: swelling, scar tissue, fat necrosis, and skin injury. All of these evolve over several months. Your best bet is to wait about six more weeks; if you still fail to have any improvement, you may wish to consider to temporary filling agent (Juvederm, Restylane, etc.). Once a year has passed, if you still have the deformity, you may...
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Please avoid cheek liposuction
Liposuction of the head and neck region should be restricted in my opinion to the jawline and neck and avoid the cheek. The reason is that the distance from the skin to the fat to the underlying muscles of facial expression and the nerves that run them is very short. Consequently, the surgeon MUST stay nearer to the skin to avoid injury to these vital structures and runs the risk of contour irregularities which may be permanent.
You should continue with massage and give it time but you...
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