1/8/14 I had a SMAS. Two days post-op I developed a seroma on the left side of neck, it was drained four times. The second week in February I developed a deep horizontal-ish indentation on my left cheek. The indentation, tightness and discomfort in my neck and cheek increases with turning my head to the right. My PS said he has never seen anything like this before. I was given a steroid injection, 2 1/2 weeks ago without any relief of symptoms. What is the indentation and how should it be treated?
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September 5, 2015
Answer: Deep indentation in cheek after SMAS - what is it and how can it be treated
In our practice, we perform imbrication in the majority of facelifts. On a rare occasion on a multiple revisional facelift, we may use plication sutures instead. Imbrication tends to give a better and longer lasting result than plication. Tightening the SMAS is only one component of the fac...
You wouldn't be normal if you weren't at least a bit anxious. When you undergo any facial surgical procedure, be sure to select a board-certified facial plastic surgeon or board-certified general plastic surgeon who is experienced in the procedure being carried out. The results from this...
I'm sorry to hear about this. Sometimes, sensation can take up to two years to return fully. You may want to wait it out, or talk to your surgeon about this.
