Mini face lift recovery - kissing

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I am considering a mini facelift. How long after a mini facelift can you really kiss your significant other ? How long do the sutures take to safely heal without risk of undoing them ? Hope that makes sense. An embarrassing question I know.mini

Amir Nakhdjevani, MBBS, MRCS, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

Thank you for your question.  A Mini Facelift will mean significantly reduced bruising and swelling, compared to a traditional facelift, however most patients experiencing slightly discomfort for a few days after.  This suggests passionate kissing may not be on the top of your agenda for at least a week.  A little peck to help your recovery is fine.All The Best.

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

The recovery from Mini-Facelift surgery is somewhat shorter than full facelift. There is a shorter surgical time with a bit less swelling and bruising. You can kiss anyone right away, you just might not feel like it for a day or 2! Sutures are all out by 7-10 days. Check out the link below to an article I wrote about the subject, as it may be helpful. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Good luck!

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

A little smooching or a peck on the lips are fine immediately after a mini facelift.  Until you can really kiss your significant other, it will likely be one week after the surgery. During the first week of the recovery with the stitches and bandages in place, really kissing your significant other may be difficult.Hope this helps

David Hansen, MD · Answer

You probably won't feel like kissing your significant other for at least a week but a gentle kiss is always appreciated to help recovery blues.  Pamper the face for at least 2 weeks.

Houtan Chaboki, MD · Answer

You can kiss your significant other, children, grandchildren, etc immediately after a mini lift and various other types of face lift procedures. Don't kiss your pets though! For patients who may have had fat injections into the lips along with the facelift, then one should wait at least a couple of days. Ultimately, however, you must follow the postoperative care instructions of your plastic surgeon. Skin sutures that don't dissolve are removed around one week after surgery.Best,Dr. Chaboki

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Answer: Gentle Kissing can start just a day or two after face/neck lift.

Answer: Gentle Kissing can start just a day or two after face/neck lift.

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