I just am curious and looking for ways to "tone" my face muscles. I don't think I need to lose much weight (for my face) because I am already pretty skinny of a person. But sometimes I notice in pictures and such that my cheek area when I smile, I wish was more defined when I smiled. When I got to researching, facial exercises to tighten the skin kept popping up! So I was wondering if these would have any benefit to what I am hoping for?
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Everyone heals in different ways. It depends on what the lump represents. If the surgeon has used special stitches or special techniques this may affect the way you heal.
The only way you are going to solve this problem is with an examination of your facial skeletal structure in physical examination. If you have had orthodontia then your orthodontist can guide you best. If not, a plastic surgeon or oromaxillofacial surgeon will be able to sort this out for you
You can control and decrease post swelling in many ways:
1. Continue to use topical ice/frozen peas over the swollen areas.
2. Arrange manual lymphatic drainage by a trained therapist to help mobilize and eliminate the swelling edema.
3. Use a diuretic with the OK from your surgeon.
4. Keep your...
