I am 8 days post to a VY-plasty and fat transfer to my lips. I still cannot smile. Will I return to normal? (Photos)

August 10, 2017
Asked By:technobae

I do not have any range of motion in my upper lip. I am unable to laugh or smile. I look completely distorted. My stitches have not dissolved at 8 days post op and I can feel tissue under my upper lip coming between the stitches. I have a family event in 8 days and need to be picture ready. I feel as though I am healing disfigured.

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July 20, 2020

Answer: V-Y advancement healing time

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Miguel Mascaro, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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July 20, 2020

Answer: V-Y advancement healing time

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Miguel Mascaro, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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August 11, 2017

Answer: Swelling after fat transfer--icing, prednisone, ibuprofen, venus legacy, prp

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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August 11, 2017

Answer: Swelling after fat transfer--icing, prednisone, ibuprofen, venus legacy, prp

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
August 11, 2017

Answer: Lip Surgery Recovery

Robert M. Tornambe, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 11, 2017

Answer: Lip Surgery Recovery

Robert M. Tornambe, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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