Should I be concerned about hardness after my facelift?

Yes, this is totally normal 12 days after a face and necklift. This will improve with time as swelling diminishes and your healing progresses. What you describe is totally normal at this point in your recovery. I hope this information is helpful.Stephen Weber MD, FACS

Thank you for your question.

To clarify, I am a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in cosmetic procedures, including all newer aspects of the short scar procedures.  I'm also a proud member of both the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS).  I am board certified with the American Board of Plastic Surgery. I am also an active member of the American College of Surgeons.

After many patients receive this type of procedure, they begin to have their doubts and concerns when the healing process begins. Following the procedure, you will feel swelling, stiffness and numbness. The hard areas on the face will eventually fade away within time by applying ice packs and massaging the area thoroughly. A few weeks after your procedure you will begin feeling yourself again.

If you have any further questions, please feel free to call us at 847.696. We would also be happy to mail you some additional information and brochures. In case you have not done so yet, please check out our website at prplastic.com for a wealth of additional information as well as a lot of before and after pictures.

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Dr. Speron