I am 4 months post op from lower face and neck lift. When I look forward with my head raised my jawline looks perfectly smooth. If I smile, turn or lower my head I have terrible creasing and folds in my left jawline and lower cheek (see photo). My right side looks perfectly fine. My PS thinks this may be scar tissue and wants to undermine this area and under my chin again.
If this is scar tissue, why does this happen? What's to prevent this from reoccuring with a revision? How long should I wait for revision surgery?
Answer: Facelift revision
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Answer: How long to wait for revision surgery In most cases, patients should wait 6-12 months at a minimum before considering any revision procedures on the face (preferably 12 months or more). In some cases, folds or lines that occur with head-turning or other dynamic movements may be unavoidable regardless of surgical technique. These types of issues need to be examined in person to see movement in 3 dimensions in order to fully evaluate them and offer recommendations. In many cases, patience is key, and changes due continue to occur many months after the initial operation. Be sure to discuss any post-operative concerns with your surgeon.
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Answer: How long to wait for revision surgery In most cases, patients should wait 6-12 months at a minimum before considering any revision procedures on the face (preferably 12 months or more). In some cases, folds or lines that occur with head-turning or other dynamic movements may be unavoidable regardless of surgical technique. These types of issues need to be examined in person to see movement in 3 dimensions in order to fully evaluate them and offer recommendations. In many cases, patience is key, and changes due continue to occur many months after the initial operation. Be sure to discuss any post-operative concerns with your surgeon.
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January 4, 2017
Answer: How Long to Wait for Lower Face and Neck Lift Revision Surgery Typically, it's best to wait 6 to 12 months depending on the reason for #revision. As with all #cosmetic surgery, results will be rewarding if expectations are realistic. With any surgical #procedure and #revision, there are some risks of unhappy outcome or other complications which your surgeon should discuss with you during your consultation. Your procedure should always be performed by a #PlasticSurgeon who is board-certified and has a great deal of experience specializing in cosmetic #surgery. You will then greatly improve your chances of getting the result you desire, and, without the need for another revision surgery.
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January 4, 2017
Answer: How Long to Wait for Lower Face and Neck Lift Revision Surgery Typically, it's best to wait 6 to 12 months depending on the reason for #revision. As with all #cosmetic surgery, results will be rewarding if expectations are realistic. With any surgical #procedure and #revision, there are some risks of unhappy outcome or other complications which your surgeon should discuss with you during your consultation. Your procedure should always be performed by a #PlasticSurgeon who is board-certified and has a great deal of experience specializing in cosmetic #surgery. You will then greatly improve your chances of getting the result you desire, and, without the need for another revision surgery.
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January 15, 2016
Answer: Revision Facelift Surgery using a Deep Plane Approach This is somewhat of an open-ended question. I do a lot of
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January 15, 2016
Answer: Revision Facelift Surgery using a Deep Plane Approach This is somewhat of an open-ended question. I do a lot of
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June 26, 2015
Answer: 4 Months Postop From Facelift Unfortunately, the photos are very limited and you are only 4 months postop from a Facelift. I would recommend that you wait at least a year before having revision surgery. If there is a significant aesthtic problem that requires correction, you can actually compound the problem by intervening too soon.
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June 26, 2015
Answer: 4 Months Postop From Facelift Unfortunately, the photos are very limited and you are only 4 months postop from a Facelift. I would recommend that you wait at least a year before having revision surgery. If there is a significant aesthtic problem that requires correction, you can actually compound the problem by intervening too soon.
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October 12, 2015
Answer: Waiting Time for Revision Facelift Except in cases where there has been a complication which requires urgent attention, the general rule is at least 6 months before revision facelift. Subtle changes will continue to occur up to a year, however. If you can wait that long, it may be worth considering.
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October 12, 2015
Answer: Waiting Time for Revision Facelift Except in cases where there has been a complication which requires urgent attention, the general rule is at least 6 months before revision facelift. Subtle changes will continue to occur up to a year, however. If you can wait that long, it may be worth considering.
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