Unhappy with lip lift done 1 week ago - how much more improvement can realistically be expected if swelling is way down. (photo)

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Issues: #1. Lip shape dramatically altered to triangle shape!! 2. Some asymmetry 3. Can't shut mouth without straining. 4. nose looks v deformed. I know I still have weeks till things are "finalized" but do you think I can realistically expect to see *significant* changes on the listed problem areas, esp. SHAPE? In your opinion were there errors made in this procedure (i.e. too much skin taken) and if so, what, if anything, can be done to correct results?

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is far too early in your recover process to begin evaluating your results. Please remain patient and follow your surgeon's recovery instructions and post op care diligently. Your board certified facial plastic surgeon will make themselves available for you to come in and revisit recovery instructions.

Best wishes,

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Good day! Thank you for providing photos with your query. For your guidance, 1 week is too soon to see final results because swelling after a lift lip persists for up to 2 weeks and tightness will diminish within a few months. Do not hesitate to ask your doctor about your concern or any additional aftercare options that can improve the final results. Best of luck! #RealSelf100

Alicia Sigler, MD · Answer

Greetings,

As you mention it, it is too soon to determine if there are "errors" at the procedure. You might like or not the final results but it is hard to tell if the the procedure was defective, since your surgeon assessed you to achieved the desired results.

Give it some time to decrease the swelling and then you can discuss with your surgeon your options.

Have a great day!

Karan Chopra, MD · Answer

At one week out you're still in the early healing stages. Most of the swelling will subside by the second week and you'll continue to do better each day. Best of luck,Dr. Chopra

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