Follow-up: After hematoma and 5 weeks post-op, bumps and long line remain below cheek with no change! Will it go away? (Photos)

It is not uncommon to be experiencing some #lumps following a neck lift. Recovery from a neck and facelifts do vary per person and can take from 2-6 months for face, neck and cheeks. Muscle weakness may also be present around the mouth especially if liposuction is used. Some degree of firmness or #lumpiness under the skin is normal after surgery and will resolve with time. Local #massage of the areas may accelerate the resolution of this problem, which normally takes 2-4 months to disappear completely.  It is during this time that the rejuvenating effects of the facelift will become apparent and the real result will be seen. The #incision scars from a necklift  tend to “mature” or soften within six to twelve months from the surgery date. If you have certain concerns about the procedures and #healing process, it is recommended to call your board-certified surgeon or their medical staff and discuss those #concerns.

Thank you for the question. These areas of irregularity  are likely related to
swelling/edema and usually resolve as the healing process continues. However, they may become indurated and form bands of scar tissue under the skin. Your surgeon
may initiate lymphatic massage and sometimes steroid injection to soften them
up. Specific management plan is made by your surgeon on a case by case
basis.  It's important that you see your surgeon frequently. Best!
Pej Aflaki, M.D.
Johns Hopkins-trained plastic surgeon

Your area of concern will improve over time. I personally like massage and recommend it frequently. At two months I would consider a dilute steroid injection. This will continue to improve and will hopefully completely resolve over time. Keep in close contact with your surgeon. I would typically see you every 2-4 weeks, even more frequently than that if you were concerned (which you are).Andrew Campbell, M.D.Facial Rejuvenation Specialist