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How Long/How Important Facelift Compression Garment?

tehyaj
I had a facelift that involved liposuction of chin/jowls approx 2 1/2 weeks ago. The compression garment began to push "wrinkles" in my neck so my PS advised me to only wear it for a few hours in the evening, and/or to try and cut it so that the neck laid flat without any marks. Once I cut the neck, it became basically a chin sling only and it's very uncomfortable. Will my outcome be affected if I stop wearing it at this point? I don't notice any swelling difference when it's not been worn

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