How Long Do Surgeons Generally Follow Up After a Face Lift?

This varies surgeon to surgeon.  At your stage (4 months) there is no absolute need to follow up as long as you are happy and have no issues

The short answer is:  No problems, no more follow up.  At four months there is no longer risk of infection, healing complications, etc.  We sometimes will laser red scars at this point, but if there are no issues you can feel confident and enjoy your results until you need something else done.  Maybe begin a relationship with a medi-spa for some non surgical maintenance.  That way you will develop the contacts and referral system for your next intervention.

 

 

Most of the post-op changes have settled down in 3-4 months after a facelift.  Scar maturation and resolution of numbness, however, take longer - about a year or so.

In terms of follow-up, each surgeon will have their own routine.  If you have any questions or concerns about your current situation at 4 months post-op, I would certainly seek out a local plastic surgeon for an opinion.  Perhaps your old surgeon has made arrangements with a local MD for ongoing care of his former patients?  That would be a good place to start.

 

Best wishes,