Will swelling under eye after lower face/neck lift go away?

Thank you for your question and pictures.  This is very typical for the malar fat bag area to stay swollen for a few months.  You can use cold compresses to hep reduce the swelling.  Please make regular follow up appointments with your surgeon, especially if you have concerns.  Happy Recovery!

Swelling will last weeks to months after extensive facial surgery. If you remain concerned, I recommend following up with a Doctor. Icing and Venus legacy treatments will give improvement. Best, Dr. Emer

First, there is nothing to worry about.  Swelling in this area, known as the malar fat bag area, can stay swollen for months unfortunately.  It eventually goes away.  It looks like one could aspirate or suck out the swelling, but that is not possible.  Think water in a sponge rather than water in a balloon.  You can try topical treatments such as Arnica, topical steroid cream or a course of oral steroids.  Good luck

The malar pad area will sometimes have persistent swelling after a facelift or after fat injections.  It should gradually return to normal.  This may occur sooner if you avoid salty foods and try a water pill (diuretic).Jon A Perlman M.D., FACSDiplomate, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)ABC-TV Extreme Makeover SurgeonBeverly Hills, CaliforniaIG: jonperlmanmd