Is This Normal After a Miniface Lift Surgery or Does It Require Some Early Intervention?

2.5 mo after mini-face lift the skin just above the right side of my jaw is discolored and has irregular pull look with a visable indentation, has a slight drapped curtain apperence. Is this normal after surgery or does it require some early intervention?

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jaw indentation discoloration 3 months post-op

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4 Doctor Answers | Asked by 12orion

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From what you are saying there definitely appears to be an issue with your jawline. It is hard to tell without pictures. You should provide both before and after photos to get an informed answer to your question. A revisional procedure may be required in the future.

Limited scar facelift and redraping issue

This can sometimes be a problem with a limited scar facelift. In limiting the incison redraping the skin can be an issue. You may need a revision in 6 months.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Facelift Healing

It is very difficult to assess the issue without pictures. The irregular pulled or tethered appearance my settle out as the skin relaxes over the course of the next 6 months. I would suggest sending some pictures to better evaluate. Good Luck see video

Mini Facelift and Draped Curtain Appearance

An exam or a few pictures would be essential to give any information of value for this issue. It is possible that you may have skin dimpling that may continue to improve with time. If the area is gathered at the ear lobe or behind the ear, this may improve as well.