Would a Handheld Ultrasound Unit Aid in the Healing After a Face Neck Lift? (photo)

Based on the picture provided, you have residual ecchymosis (bruising).  The first thing I would suggest is that you make sure you aren't taking any aspirin, NSAIDS, vitamin E, fish oil, any exotic supplements, or drinking green tea which can all have some effect on the duration of resolution of this bruise.  Can Ultrasound make the healing faster? Not that I am aware of, but it won't be harmful.

 Your irregularities are caused by scaring underneath your skin. This scarring will eventually soften and flatten over time. I don’t believe the addition of a possibly expensive home ultrasound machine would help you. Time will make things better and some gentle massaging by yourself with also help to soften and flatten the scars, but patience is important.

Thank you for submitting your question. Swelling,lumps and bump can be common after a face lift. It seems that your swelling was caused by a hematoma. At 1  month post op, Warm compresses, massage and external ultrasound by a physician will help it resolve faster. I would not recommend that you use a handheld ultrasound massage unit. Continue close follow up with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Best Wishe

Facelift surgery is very vascular and blood collections are very common.  However, it will resolve on its own. I would not start to manipulated the tissue. Your PS will guild you through the process.

The most important therapy you need would be steroid injections. Massage, U/S, and heat may also help. This will take 4-6  months to totally heal.

  I would not recommend a hand held ultrasound device for use after a facelift.  Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA