After my facelift 8 had excess swelling after eating. My doctor removed the excess and said that my gland must have been affected. I am now on medication but is this a fix? How long will it last.
Answer: Parotid injury after facelift Parotid gland issues are very rare after facelift surgery, but they do happen and most experienced facelift surgeons have experience in managing this issue. The methods to manage are extrapolated from other, non-cosmetic surgeries that purposefully involve the parotid. First and foremost, this is almost always temporary. Conservative management, as outlined below, is your best option while it resolves. Occasionally when the parotid duct is injured, it needs to be repaired, but this is usually a process of elimination, and it can be looked at with a radiology study. Conservative treatment includes means to stop saliva production:Botox into the glandScopolamine patchesAntihistaminesEating a bland diet and avoiding sour, acidic or spicy foods In addition, any fluid accumulation needs to be drained regularly. A temporary drain and compression may be useful. To ensure you are receiving the highest level of care, seek out a modernly trained, new-school dermatologic surgeon, oculoplastic surgeon, facial plastic surgeon or plastic surgeon who is board certified and fellowship trained in one of these "core four" cosmetic specialties. Membership in organizations like the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery help to identify a highly trained surgeon. Cameron Chesnut #realself500 Physician
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Answer: Repair my Salivary Gland Excretions After Mini Facelift? Thank you for your question. Swelling can affect you from 6-12 months after surgery. The key is to not cause any inflammation., and allow you face to heal, and return to normal function gradually. Avoid chewing difficult foods. I hope this helps.
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Answer: Repair my Salivary Gland Excretions After Mini Facelift? Thank you for your question. Swelling can affect you from 6-12 months after surgery. The key is to not cause any inflammation., and allow you face to heal, and return to normal function gradually. Avoid chewing difficult foods. I hope this helps.
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February 10, 2013
Answer: Salivary Fistula After Facelift
A salivary fistula after facelift can be treated with a number of methods depending on how quickly it resolves. Many times repeat drainage of the collection and pressure dressings can get a small leak to resolve quickly. Antisialagogues are effective in conjunction with this treatment to lessen the production of saliva. Botox has also been shown effective in the treatment of salivary fistula, and usually will require repeat injections. I suggest you follow up with your surgeon regularly to have your recovery closely monitored. Good Luck
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Answer: Salivary Fistula After Facelift
A salivary fistula after facelift can be treated with a number of methods depending on how quickly it resolves. Many times repeat drainage of the collection and pressure dressings can get a small leak to resolve quickly. Antisialagogues are effective in conjunction with this treatment to lessen the production of saliva. Botox has also been shown effective in the treatment of salivary fistula, and usually will require repeat injections. I suggest you follow up with your surgeon regularly to have your recovery closely monitored. Good Luck
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April 30, 2016
Answer: Parotid Leak after Facelift
If your doctor has placed you on an antisialagogue (reduces saliva), that is a good treatment. Botox can be used as well or in combination.
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Answer: Parotid Leak after Facelift
If your doctor has placed you on an antisialagogue (reduces saliva), that is a good treatment. Botox can be used as well or in combination.
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December 13, 2012
Answer: Salivary Fistula After Minilift
Parotid fistulas are very rare after Facelift. After initial drainage, the parotid gland can be effectively treated with Botox to reduce salivary flow.
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Answer: Salivary Fistula After Minilift
Parotid fistulas are very rare after Facelift. After initial drainage, the parotid gland can be effectively treated with Botox to reduce salivary flow.
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