Silhouette Instalift about 6 weeks ago. Can you get an infection after this many weeks?

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I have some swelling and pain in my jaw on the right side and when I touch it, it really hurts. Also having headaches.

Young R. Cho, MD, PhD · Answer

Thanks for your question.  There is a possibility of infection if the sutures are not fully resorbed by this stage.  There might be other signs or symptoms if it is infected and it would be worth going to revisit your surgeon to evaluate.

Robert F. Jackson, MD · Answer

Although infection would not be common at this stage, the symptoms you describe are the same as if an infection were present so I'd suggest checking back in with your provider. However, it's also possible that your symptoms are related to something else entirely. An in-person consultation will give you the best information for how you should move forward.

Heidi A. Waldorf, MD · Answer

Although it is uncommon to have a complication 6 weeks after silhouette instalift, it is not impossible. Alternatively, your symptoms and your instalift procedure could be unrelated. For example, you could be experiencing a dental problem.  The only way to know for sure is to see your treating physician. Once you are evaluated and diagnosed, a plan can be made either for treatment there or for consultation with another specialist.   Since you are in discomfort and the symptoms are new, it is important to call her office and let her staff know that you are concerned and need to be seen.  Any physician who does procedures should be willing to see those patients afterward.I hope this answered your question.  Best wishes.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It's unlikely that you would develop an infection from treatment six weeks later.  The swelling should be resolved and the tissues healed at this point.  However, based on your symptoms I encourage you to seek an evaluation.

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

Infection is possible, and needs to be ruled out. The only way is via a consultation with your specialist who performed the procedure in the first place. Other reactions may include suture reactions or a reaction to the product itself. Solutions are always possible. Dr Davin Lim. Brisbane. Australia.

Silhouette Instalift about 6 weeks ago. Can you get an infection after this many weeks?

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