I have developed numerous hard ridges in my cheeks and neck that have shown no improvement in the last 2 weeks. My face is so tight that I can not smile and opening my mouth is limited. I have tried massage and warm compresses with no results. My scar was reopened for needle aspiration and the bumps were solid and could not be drained. It sounded like the needle was hitting hard califications. The surgeon now thinks it is scar tissue, or hardened oil cysts. Do I need a second opinion?
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March 28, 2016
Answer: Fat grafting can significantly prolong convalescence after facelifts that include this is part of the treatment.
Thank you for including the photograph! It appears that there is generalized irritation from contact with the dressing or a topical ointment such as Bacitracin, along with clogging of the skin pores in the area from the ointment (or ointment-soaked gauze dressing). Since your facelift was v...
The short answer is yes. You want to stay away from taking medication or foods that interfere with blood coagulation or decrease healing. Coffee is not one of those.Dr. J
I personally do not like ice to be used post op. Cooling yes. Ice no. Why? Because you have decreased sensation over the flaps that were elevated on your face. Ice can lead to freezing of the tissue and you won't even feel it. The frozen tissue has no blood supply and then dies. I have seen this...
