Why is my doctor telling me not to smile after a facelift?

October 27, 2016
Asked By:alicebug in Conway, AR

I am two weeks post op an saw my Dr. a few days ago. He does not want me making facial gestures of any sort right now, including smiling. I look like a robot... a beautiful robot :)..... whe do you tell your patients its ok to start smiling?

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October 31, 2016

Answer: Post op advice - smiling

October 31, 2016

Answer: Post op advice - smiling

October 30, 2016

Answer: I like it when my patients smile!

October 30, 2016

Answer: I like it when my patients smile!

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