I had ONLY a deep plane facelift revision and now my right cheek is dented, flat, and lumpy. The dents exacerbate upon smiling (photo). Surgeon says this is fat atrophy due to revision surgery. (I don't think this is possible since I saw this issue immediately after wrap removal.). Could sutures be too tight in my muscles or some other type of damage?? What could be causing this and what would you suggest to fix this issue ?? (I haven't had any fat transfers done. Only deep plane facelift)
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Answer: Contour deformity of the cheek after deep plane facelift
A deep plane facelift lift procedure is not just the skin but also the deeper layers of the face for a more natural and long-lasting rejuvenation. It focuses mainly on the mid to lower face. While, an extended deep plane facelift goes a step further by also lifting and tightening the neck and...
The Deep Plane Facelift not only rejuvenates the lower face and neck but also includes the benefits of a mid-facelift by addressing the midface region during the same procedure. By lifting and repositioning deeper facial tissues, it restores volume and contours to the cheeks and under-eye area....
An endoscopic midface lift could be an excellent option to address your concerns about midface sagging without the need for fillers or fat grafting. This technique is designed specifically to lift and reposition the midface tissues, restoring a smoother and more youthful contour.
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