Unhappy with endotine cheek and face lift, what can I do to correct my results? 9 months post op (photos)

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Midface lift/endotine cheek lift regret It’s been about 9 months since I (39f) received an endotine cheek lift (endoscopic through the gums) to address slight sagging around the mouth and lower face. I The results are not what I expected, the cheeks stick out too far, and one side is a lot bigger than the other and the placement is different. On that same side I can also Feel the gums were stitched together way higher up and it’s uncomfortable What can I do to “fix this”?

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

I never thought much of this endocrine thing. However your result is actually good.  Asymmetry is common on plastic surgery especially since in your case you had asymmetry before

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

At 9 months post-surgery, my recommendation would be to wait before considering any further procedures. Endotine facelifts often require a longer healing period than commonly anticipated. There may be swelling along the periosteum, and in some cases, part of the endotine device might be present inside your mouth. With time, these issues may resolve as the endotine dissolves and swelling decreases. You can assess the situation using various methods; for instance, we utilize ultrasound in our office to evaluate the extent of the implant or swelling. It's best to allow yourself ample time to heal, ideally waiting at least a year and a half before considering a revision.

Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

Based on your photos, you may be a good candidate for an elastic lift, which can be performed under local anesthesia. (See link below)

Best of luck !

Unhappy with endotine cheek and face lift, what can I do to correct my results? 9 months post op (photos)

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