How Long Will Skin Puckers Along Incision Lines Last?

Having said that, it is not normal for the skin on the visible portions of the face after a facelift to be puckered.  It is generally desirable to have the skin closed at the edge of the temple and in front of the ear to be very accurately reapproximated to minimize the healing process.  Having stated that, many things can and do settle down with time.  When this type of pleat does not settle down it may be necessary to remove it which typically involves a small office procedure.

There are occasionally small puckers that are noted at the edge of the incisions after a facelift procedure. These can be addressed with a small very dilute solution of cortisone injected into the area to help settle them down. If they do not, they will have to be surgically corrected and you must wait at least six months prior to embarking on any revision surgery.