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How do I get a doctor to consider me for revision?

lulufrankAug 18, 2022
I have been to three doctors and sent photos in along with explanation of my surgical history (overdone lipo, then 14 months later platysmaplasty that made irregularities much worse). They all say to go back to my original surgeon. My original surgeon won't answer my questions or even send me my medical records via email so I can pass them on to new doctors. How do I find a doctor who will consider helping me? My neck looks hideous and nobody wants to help because they don't want the headache.

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Dallas Buchanan, MD

Thank you for your pictures and questions. It appears that redraping of the skin may be required to completely correct this issue and if so, I would recommend waiting until a year postop before intervention. You also need to be examined for the submandibular glands in this area as that may be...

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It's difficult to say without the benefit of a formal evaluation. This is my expertise and a huge portion of my practice. Asymmetry is normal and expected. See an expert who does facial shaping with surgical and non surgical methods to get a comprehensive option. Best, Dr. Emer.

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Liposuction removes the excess fat and depends upon the skin to redrape, while the platysmaplasty tightens in the midline the platysma. Fat grafting helps with depressions, it often needs to be repeated due to resorption. Postop, lymphatic massage helps the swelling and skin. Fillers may be...

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