Can someone please tell me after 4weeks why my neck looks this way and what I can do to help it. My doctor just told me to massage it but I feel like I need to do more. Its looking worse as swelling is going down.
August 1, 2017
Answer: Unhappy with Neck Lift Results 4 Weeks Post Op I can understand your concern one month following your procedure. However, it may still be too soon to panic. Though recovery from a surgical #necklift varies from person to person, patients are generally presentable within three weeks from surgery. Generally, it will take approximately 7-10 days for the early healing in which many patients feel comfortable being in public at this stage. Most #bruising is low on the neck and may easily be covered by clothing. Also, wearing a #compression garment may be suggested the first week and then nightly for up to six weeks. The #incision scars from a necklift can typically be hidden well and are not located within eye level to be immediately noticed. These #scars “mature” within six to twelve months from the surgery date. The term mature implies they will soften and fade away. During this time, the rejuvenating effects of the necklift will become most obvious and the neck feels the most normal (ex. little discomfort, soft, normal sensation, no more post-op firmness). Following this stage, the true restorative effects of your necklift result will be apparent. If during your healing, you have any concerns, it is suggested to call your board-certified surgeon or their medical staff and discuss those #concerns.
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August 1, 2017
Answer: Unhappy with Neck Lift Results 4 Weeks Post Op I can understand your concern one month following your procedure. However, it may still be too soon to panic. Though recovery from a surgical #necklift varies from person to person, patients are generally presentable within three weeks from surgery. Generally, it will take approximately 7-10 days for the early healing in which many patients feel comfortable being in public at this stage. Most #bruising is low on the neck and may easily be covered by clothing. Also, wearing a #compression garment may be suggested the first week and then nightly for up to six weeks. The #incision scars from a necklift can typically be hidden well and are not located within eye level to be immediately noticed. These #scars “mature” within six to twelve months from the surgery date. The term mature implies they will soften and fade away. During this time, the rejuvenating effects of the necklift will become most obvious and the neck feels the most normal (ex. little discomfort, soft, normal sensation, no more post-op firmness). Following this stage, the true restorative effects of your necklift result will be apparent. If during your healing, you have any concerns, it is suggested to call your board-certified surgeon or their medical staff and discuss those #concerns.
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February 7, 2019
Answer: Neck lift gone wrong. What can I do to help it? Can not tell from the photos if you were treated with a full open facelift... If this persists, then reopening the area would be beneficial in order to achieve a smoother and tighter contour of the neck area. Without more specific details, it's not possible to give an accurate opinion. In the meantime, the massage with help.
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February 7, 2019
Answer: Neck lift gone wrong. What can I do to help it? Can not tell from the photos if you were treated with a full open facelift... If this persists, then reopening the area would be beneficial in order to achieve a smoother and tighter contour of the neck area. Without more specific details, it's not possible to give an accurate opinion. In the meantime, the massage with help.
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