today marks day 10 of my mid deep place facelift. Alternate Stitches were taken out day 5 and the remaining removed day 7. Approx 90% of swelling has subsided. Left tissue dermal shaved alot and drapped over tragus to achieve more natural area doc said. Healing well. No swelling nor pain. Face slowly getting sensation/ tingling. Hardness subsiding fairly quickly Im worried about the right side (arrow) dark shadow progressively gets darker. It this a concern? Is it Necrosis? Im scared!
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A deep plane facelift typically offers long-lasting results, with most patients seeing improvements that last between 7 to 10 years. While you will continue to age naturally after the procedure, the changes made by the surgery are permanent in terms of repositioning your facial tissues to a more...
Based on your post photos appears a skin only full open facelift with SMAS application indicated. Fees range from $12,000-$30,000. Best of virtual consult with I do not recommend deep plain facelift in your case.
Hello and thank you for your question. Scarring following surgery can vary between individuals. Given that you are 9 months out from your procedure, you may benefit from daily massage to help break down scar tissue and flatten the appearance. If you are still concerned about the appearance, an...
