I had a deep plane face and necklift 3 years ago (I also had my nose and upper eyelids done at the same time). I am still experiencing aching, and strange sensations in the sides of my face, temples and up to the top of my head (together with the feeling of a tight band running from under my jaw up to the top of my head...) the whole area has altered?reduced sensation and some areas are numb. Is 'complete' recovery normally such a long process? When can I expect the aching etc to subside?
January 15, 2012
Answer: Commonly there is some altered sensations after a facelift.
Generally these sensory changes resolve in the first 6 to 12 months after surgery. Sensory abnormalities that persist after this time frame may be permanent. In addition to this type of common sensory change after surgery, occasionally there can be somatization associated with the sensory changes. Essentially one's emotional issues are experienced thorough these altered sensations. While this statement is an over simplification, these sensory changes can take on emotional meaning. Since it is easier to treat say depression, it is sometimes useful to explore if these sensory changes have taken on an emotional valence. It does not necessary fix the sensory changes but it can make it easier to deal with. A psychologist or neuropsychiatrist can help you with this. Ask your primary care physician for a referral.
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January 15, 2012
Answer: Commonly there is some altered sensations after a facelift.
Generally these sensory changes resolve in the first 6 to 12 months after surgery. Sensory abnormalities that persist after this time frame may be permanent. In addition to this type of common sensory change after surgery, occasionally there can be somatization associated with the sensory changes. Essentially one's emotional issues are experienced thorough these altered sensations. While this statement is an over simplification, these sensory changes can take on emotional meaning. Since it is easier to treat say depression, it is sometimes useful to explore if these sensory changes have taken on an emotional valence. It does not necessary fix the sensory changes but it can make it easier to deal with. A psychologist or neuropsychiatrist can help you with this. Ask your primary care physician for a referral.
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January 17, 2012
Answer: Aching 3 years after facelift
Thank you for your question. Chances are, the aching will not change as the recovery period is long enough. This is very uncommon but it DOES happen. I suggest you return to your plastic surgeon for an evaluation.
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January 17, 2012
Answer: Aching 3 years after facelift
Thank you for your question. Chances are, the aching will not change as the recovery period is long enough. This is very uncommon but it DOES happen. I suggest you return to your plastic surgeon for an evaluation.
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