I am almost 7 weeks post op. from a traditional facelift and DOT laser. I did have liposuction to the bottom of my chin. I did go with a board certified plastic surgeon. He does not seem to be concerned about this but I am having a hard time with having my confidence back. When should I start to be concerned? Is botox a good idea or will I be chasing both sides to keep them even? Thanks so much for any replies! I go back to see my Surgeon in 2 weeks.
February 25, 2018
Answer: Crooked smile and lines 7 weeks after facelfit You have an injury to the nerve that supplies the muscles to lower lip on the right side where the lip is higher. Usually these recover, but can take many months. I would continue to follow with your surgeon. Botox to other side will improve symmetry. If it fails to recover after a full year, there are some reconstructive options. The lines at the side of the mouth probably will not go away, but the face is certainly changing so best to wait a full 6 months. At that point if they persist, options include fat grafting, additional laser, and revision to the facelift. It is too soon to say what the best option is. Good luck, and continue to follow up with your surgeon.
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February 25, 2018
Answer: Crooked smile and lines 7 weeks after facelfit You have an injury to the nerve that supplies the muscles to lower lip on the right side where the lip is higher. Usually these recover, but can take many months. I would continue to follow with your surgeon. Botox to other side will improve symmetry. If it fails to recover after a full year, there are some reconstructive options. The lines at the side of the mouth probably will not go away, but the face is certainly changing so best to wait a full 6 months. At that point if they persist, options include fat grafting, additional laser, and revision to the facelift. It is too soon to say what the best option is. Good luck, and continue to follow up with your surgeon.
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February 24, 2018
Answer: Crooked smile and lines on side of face 7 weeks post op. from Traditional facelift and Dot laser, should I be concerned? Thank you for your pictures and questions. It appears that you have a nerve injury. The good news is that most of these are temporary, and hopefully yours will continue to improve with time, although there is a possibility that it could be permanent. Make sure to follow closely with your surgeon and discuss your concerns with him or her.Good luck!
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February 24, 2018
Answer: Crooked smile and lines on side of face 7 weeks post op. from Traditional facelift and Dot laser, should I be concerned? Thank you for your pictures and questions. It appears that you have a nerve injury. The good news is that most of these are temporary, and hopefully yours will continue to improve with time, although there is a possibility that it could be permanent. Make sure to follow closely with your surgeon and discuss your concerns with him or her.Good luck!
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