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Why do some doctors use drains after a facelift and some don't?

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MotherHubbardNov 28, 2014

I have been to several doctors for consultations and some say they use drains and keep their patients overnight and some say they don't need to use drains because they use some kind of glue. I'm confused how glue prevents the need for drains. I'm afraid if I'm sent home with drains I will be grossed out and faint.

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