Had lower FL and platysmaplasty 11 days ago. Following post op directions to the letter. No bruising, only swelling and numbness. Today, my 85 lb dog lunged (at person who walked in my house unannounced) while I was holding her collar. I let go after a few tugs. Worried about potential consequences. What damage is possible?
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One possibility is that during your facelift some blood drips into your ear and formed a clot, which can impair hearing. This often resolves spontaneously within a few months, but can persist. The other possibility is that you had a buildup of wax in your ear and the surgeon inserted a cotton...
Thank you for your question. It is not uncommon to have firm, often rubbery lumps after facelift surgery. Sometimes in the area you mention, it can be the suture that holds the SMAS up. If it is a long term absorbable suture, it will eventually dissolve. If it is a permanent suture, it will...
Thank you for your question. The pleating on your cheek is definitely not a normal part of healing, and will not resolve on its own over time. Did you have a traditional lift, or a thread lift? This appears to be the result of a suspension suture, and as such, cannot be fixed without revision...