How Much Swelling and Bruising Will I Get from Neck Liposuction and Lift?

Every patient heals a bit differently after neck rejuvenation procedures, but I tell mine to expect around 2 weeks of bruising-- some heal quicker, some slower. One tip I have found helpful to reduce the amount of bruising is to have my patients start on the over the counter herbal medicine Arnica before the procedure and continue it after. Check with your surgeon before doing this, but it may help the bruising resolve a bit more quickly.

Good Luck!

Dr. Salemy

Each patient is unique when it comes to swelling and bruising after a neck lift and neck liposuction. Some of my patients have had virtually zero bruising even with aggressive liposuction and surgery, while others bruise extensively even with minor procedures. Some degree of bruising and swelling is to be expected. If bruising occurs, it usually resolves within 7-10 days, but some patients will have bruising that last for several weeks. This can be covered with makeup, and generally does not tend to linger as long in the neck as it might in other areas such as under the eyes or around the mouth.Be sure to discuss the expected post-operative course with your surgeon prior to surgery.All the best,

Hi! Thanks for your question. Everyone bruises and swells a little differently, but most people can cover any remaining swelling and bruising with makeup within about a week.

hello cbowlin  While each patient is different, as a general rule, patients can expect to recover from their necklift in about three weeks.  During recovery, patients experience swelling, which should go down after two days, and bruising or discoloration, which will disappear in about two weeks. #swelling #bruising

Thank you for your question.  Neck Liposuction will cause more trauma to the skin (than just neck lift) therefore I would suggest bruising and swelling may take about 2 weeks to settle.  I will always strap my patients chin after neck liposuction to ensure that swelling and bruising can be reduced as much as possible.  Please see your plastic surgeon for regular follow ups.All The Best 

Neck lift recovery, on average, takes 12 days. The first night you will have a dressing on around the neck that will be removed the next morning. Afterwards, we have our patients wear a light elastic band around the neck the first week as much as possible. Also, the first week, we recommend no heavy lifting, working out, or bending over. So, this week, you can't lift your kids or your pets or tend to your garden. You really want to take it easy otherwise you'll worsen the bruising and swelling.On day 7, the stitches are generally removed, you're allowed to wear makeup in our practice, and we allow you to start working out. The problem with the second week is the bruising and swelling. You can do things around the house but you may not want to be seen at work or by your friends until day 12 after surgery.

After liposuction
and a neck lift normally expect minimal discoloration. Approximately two weeks for recovery to drive
and do your everyday life

Bruising is often minimal after a #NeckLiposuction and Neck Lift procedure unless your dietary supplements, NSAID medications, certain vitamins, or history of easy bruising. Bruising and swelling are normal in the suctioned areas and usually increase slightly after the removal of any tape or foam. The bruising will decrease over 3-4 weeks, but may last as long as 6 weeks. The majority of the swelling will be gone within the first 3-4 weeks. However it may take 6-9 months to disappear completely. The compression garment helps reduce the swelling, and the longer it is worn, the more quickly the process will proceed. Some lasers and Arnica Gel may also help bruising from #liposuction.

You can expect it to take about two weeks from bruising to resolve.  Swelling will take longer but most people can be out in public after about a week and a half and look good.  Swelling may take up to six months to fully resolve.  Wearing a neck strap and keeping your head elevation in the early recovery days can help this process move more quickly.

Swelling and bruising following
neck lift surgery varies from patient to patient and depends on the surgical
technique and wound healing characteristics of the patient.  The majority of swelling and bruising
usually resolves in about one to two weeks following neck lift surgery.  At this point, most patients can return
to work and resume normal activities. 
In most cases total resolution of swelling takes about three
months.  In rare cases, swelling
may persist for up to a year following surgery.

It’s important to remember that
more aggressive neck lift procedures create more swelling, which can last for
longer periods of time.  Elevation
of the head and decreased salt intake may help decrease swelling after
surgery.  Swelling is normal after
neck lift surgery, but persistent or extreme swelling should be evaluated by
your surgeon, especially if it’s accompanied by bruising. 

Please don't worry too much about bruising, swelling or pain.  Even though the face/neck can bruise significantly, it also resolves very quickly.  You can wear a scarf loosely around your neck to camouflage the area.  All the best with your surgery!