I had a skin-only LL performed 2 weeks ago, external sutures moved at 5 days post-op. The incision appears to be healing except for a few areas specifically around my nostrils where the incision edges aren't coming together. I asked my PS, she said they would eventually come together but I'm getting nervous. I've attached a photo of one of the incisions. There's no bleeding, fluid, or pain, just mild tingling and itching. Could you please tell me if this is normal or do I require a 2nd consult?
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Your lip lift shows a natural and not overdone result which is a wise approach in this type of surgery. Many irreversible lip lift problems occur when too much skin is initially taken. While a conservative approach may initially lead to an 'underdone' result in some patients, it is far easier to...
Thanks for your question and pictures,
You are a perfect candidate for a Lip lift surgery to fix the asymetry of the smile and to reduce the space between your nose and Lips.
Best of Luck
I'm sorry to hear about your experience and the challenges you're facing with your facial expressions after the procedure. It sounds like you are dealing with some complex issues related to muscle balance and tissue arrangement following the surgery. Here are a few considerations and potential...