I used Luxamend right after - it was very helpful for the incisions, but believe I need something else now for scars. They are still red and somewhat swollen. I've done some research and come up with ScarRid because of the silicone based ingredients. I've read that you need 3 key ingredients: one is dimethicone, plus 2 others, one sounding like dimethicone, and a very long word starting with a C. Sorry I don't have that in front of me. Thank you for any suggestions and/or advice.
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Answer: Post facelift scarring should resolve in 3-4 months
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The implants are very helpful in improving the underlying bony skeleton amd improves the jawline and jawline. It will not address the deep nasolabial folds or neck bending however these can be addressed separately or at the time of surgery.
Hello! I have frequently performed both of these procedures at the same time and it would be safe in my opinion, especially with your excellent health status. When combined procedures are done the net operative time is LESS than the sum of doing the surgeries separately. Unless your...
Plastic surgery scars require attention after surgery so that they remain cosmetically-appealing and barely noticeable. In our office, we use a protocol for scars that minimizes their activity in the 6-8 weeks after surgery. If you have late plastic surgery scars, you may also require laser and...
