Hello, Had a chin liposuction last week. And so far happy with it, still wearing the head strep as much as possible. However there is a earea under my chin toward the neck that still looks "fat". Also is feels numb. Does that mean it's swollen that earea? Thanks for any answers.
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Answer: Numbness and swelling one week after liposuction under chin
Liposuction of the fatty deposits in the neck can accomplish removal of them and increase the definition in the jawline. The small crease that is present with animation can be released through a small incision underneath the chin. If there is extra fat located underneath the platysma muscle, a ...
We are unable to tell exactly what is going on in your case without examining you, but there are definitely options to reduce an uneven jaw line. It may even be as simple as Botox injections to the more protruding side. Seek out an experienced facial plastic surgeon to determine your options....
Yes, it is very normal after each of these procedures to experience swelling. In most cases, the cheek swelling will remain the longest, sometimes up to 2 weeks. The eye swelling resolves quickly as well as the chin swelling.
