Can I have surgery to release skin adhesion to underlying structure of the face after facelift? (Photo)

April 2, 2014
Asked By:angelxoxoxo in New Jersey, NJ

2 .5 months post op. have internal scars (hematoma on my cheeks which was milked 14 times).now i have hard and soft lumps . the skin on my whole cheek area seems to be stuck to the underlying structures. looks lumpy if i smile.A dr told me at the 6 month mark may have to open flap and separate the skin mechanically. What is this surgery called? Could it stay forever attached to the underlying tissue (i do massage, ultrasound and kenalog)? also the soft lumps are not diminishing. could be fat?

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November 15, 2014

Answer: Skin adhesions after a facelift

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April 29, 2014

Answer: Give It Time, But Revision May Be Necessary

Thomas A. Mustoe, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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April 29, 2014

Answer: Give It Time, But Revision May Be Necessary

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April 21, 2014

Answer: Lumps after facelift hematoma usually resolve with time

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April 21, 2014

Answer: Lumps after facelift hematoma usually resolve with time

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April 4, 2014

Answer: Revision Facelift Surgery

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April 4, 2014

Answer: Revision Facelift Surgery

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