I recently got 10 stitches on my chin. After removing them, I can not fully smile. Will this be permanent? (Photo)

March 26, 2022
Asked By:bebeto2300 in Dearing, Kansas

My lower lip does not fully extend after removing the stitches. My jaw is still numb and the scar is still numb. Will this be a permanent issue or will this ease off with time?

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August 11, 2023

Answer: Recommend doing a scar revision for this

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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August 11, 2023

Answer: Recommend doing a scar revision for this

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 30, 2022

Answer: Nerve weakness

Marc Polacco, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
March 30, 2022

Answer: Nerve weakness

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March 28, 2022

Answer: Facial Sculpting Candidate -- Fillers, Threads, Fat Transfer, Implants, See an expert

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
March 28, 2022

Answer: Facial Sculpting Candidate -- Fillers, Threads, Fat Transfer, Implants, See an expert

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology

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Answer: Lip asymmetry

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Answer: Lip asymmetry

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