How to prevent a waterfall deformity?

August 21, 2020
Asked By:sweet_chilli in Australia, AU

Looking for some advice. I had a consultation with a plastic surgeon and was informed that a lift and an implant in the same surgery would not be suitable for me. The doctor had concerns that if both operations were done together this would result in a possible waterfall deformity, and it would be safer to wait 6 months after my lift. I am a 30 year who lost 45 kg, has poor skin integrity, and has 2 grade ptosis. Is my surgeon's advice correct? how do you avoid a waterfall deformity?

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Answer: Lift

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 28, 2020

Answer: Waterfall deformity

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Answer: Waterfall deformity

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August 25, 2020

Answer: Waterfall deformity

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