I had jaw surgery 3 months ago. Dr injected fat in my cheeks as well (cannula). Since then my lips are crooked when speaking. (left side) I can also see slight asymmetry at rest no asymmetry when smiling. I also have numb palate and no taste in my tongue + burning on the same side. EMG showed facial nerve damage (eye and mouth branch). please help. if this is from fat injection should it already resolve after 3 months? Im terrified it will be permanent.
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Answer: Nerve damage after jaw surgery and fat injections
This is a great question! As your fat cells are healing and adjusting to their normal environment, it is wise to not introduce changes in the environment which can be stressful. Thus, you've already waited 17 days and I would wait another 2 weeks before getting in a hot tub. Best of luck!
I have been doing fat grafting for 25 years and have never seen a permanent motor nerve out from a blunt cannula. The nerve might be bruised but it does not tear. Be patient
Hello and thank you for your excellent question. While fat grafts will often increase or decrease in size as you gain or lose weight, this is not always the case. This is because the fat grafts do not just lead to increased fat deposits, but can also stimulate collagen deposition and formation...
