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How long does it take to heal from a Facelift and Necklift?

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tsgirl007Aug 21, 2016

I am four months Post Op from having a Face and Necklift. I still have tenderness, soreness and tightness behind my ears. How long does it take for this to heal?

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Mark Karolak, DO, FAOCO

Depending on how long ago your procedure was, it may just be due to swelling. It's important to follow up and stay in contact with your surgeon who can guide you through what to expect in your healing process. 

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Raymond E. Lee, MD

Thanks for sharing.  I have performed thousands of face and neck lifts under local anesthesia and oral sedation. In the properly trained and experienced hands it is very possible to do a facelift this way.  There are limits in terms of length of procedure and underlying patient anxiety. Once th...

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Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS

If you feel that your face does not reflect how young you feel on the inside, a facelift may be the solution to help you look and feel younger. During your consultation, your doctor will evaluate your skin texture and elasticity, as well as your underlying skin structure and your facial bone ...

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Greg Chernoff, MD

Thank you for your question. The decision to undergo a facelift is more related to your anatomy and the gravitational descent of your muscles, rather than your chronological age.You should see a surgeon who can computer image you. That way you can see what is realistic to expect.Best wishes.

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Vaishali B. Doolabh, MD, FACS

I have added a link that might be helpful...Hi.  Yes you are a candidate for a facelift even if you don't have lots of excess skin, but do have sagging of the SMAS and/or excess fat.  There are different types of facelifts designed to address the different layers of tissues and different areas o...

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Stephen Prendiville, MD

A before picture to assess the degree of correction would be helpful.  In a properly performed facelift, improvement in the marionette lines is frequently seen due to transmission of force through the SMAS.  However, altering the position of the corner of the mouth is not a part of the p...

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