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
June 13, 2021
Answer: Compression Post Facelift Thank you for your question. Every surgeon has their personal preferences. Some use no compression. Some have you wear a garment for up to six weeks at night. Total healing can take a year or more. Follow your surgeons regime. He wants you to get a great result as well.
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June 13, 2021
Answer: Compression Post Facelift Thank you for your question. Every surgeon has their personal preferences. Some use no compression. Some have you wear a garment for up to six weeks at night. Total healing can take a year or more. Follow your surgeons regime. He wants you to get a great result as well.
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March 11, 2019
Answer: Compression after facelift This is a great question and highly debatable. Most surgeons would agree that the first 48 hours are most critical for a compression garment. Depending on what surgery you had performed can dictate the time frame for the compression. Usually, the compression is not needed after 2 weeks.
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March 11, 2019
Answer: Compression after facelift This is a great question and highly debatable. Most surgeons would agree that the first 48 hours are most critical for a compression garment. Depending on what surgery you had performed can dictate the time frame for the compression. Usually, the compression is not needed after 2 weeks.
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May 6, 2024
Answer: Post facelift compression The short answer is no, it should not affect your long term outcome this far out after surgery. These tend to help for the first 10 days or so but are then of negligible value. Be sure to talk to your doc before discontinuing any treatment and get their input.
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May 6, 2024
Answer: Post facelift compression The short answer is no, it should not affect your long term outcome this far out after surgery. These tend to help for the first 10 days or so but are then of negligible value. Be sure to talk to your doc before discontinuing any treatment and get their input.
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