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What is the reality concerning pain and discomfort following SMAS facelift with fat transfer?

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vickielpAug 1, 2017

After reading a forum of facelift patients, it seems like there is a lot more long term downside and pain to a facelift then what is presented by doctors. Why are people's ears hurting 18 months out? How common is permanently altered sensation after facelift?

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