How Long Does Swelling Last After a Deep Plane Lift?

The deep plane facelift is a type of facelift that addresses the midface and cheek area as well as the jowls and lower face.  This technique is carried out at a deeper level of the face and often has less swelling and bruising associated with the surgery and recovery.  You are correct that smoking can impair your healing.  Smoking constricts the blood vessels leading to decreased blood flow and decreased nutrient delivery to the healing facial tissues.

 

Any type of surgery will be hindered by smoking, especially facelift surgery when we are dealing with microcirculation. Lumps and bumps are frequent after deep plane facelifts or any facelifts for that matter. Gentle massage as well as ultrasonic therapy may hasten then recovery. Time and patience are the key. Most swelling generally dissipates within the first month, but may take up to 6 months for the final result.  Hope this helps!

Hello! Yes, smoking does delay healing, which is unpredictable, asymmetric and annoying. It typically takes 6-12 months for final healing post facelift, during which time areas of swelling can come and go and small lumps/bumps are not unusual. Everyone is different with regards to water retention and healing times, so averages may mean nothing if you are a slow healer! Good luck.