Unhappy about a pouch of tissue next to mouth. I have had buccal removal and lipo in the area to remove as much fat but still protrudes. I had Botox fillers but unhappy with result so want surgery next, like a mid face lift to simulate the photo where I'm pulling and flattening the area. Also in pain from it. I have angular cheilitis from droopy mouth corners and it's been a source of pain and frustration for years for me. Will insurance cover? Don't care about scars. I just want my pain fixed
September 7, 2018
Answer: Facelift A facelift doesn't seem like the right path for treatment of angular cheilitis. I would seek a second opinion. There are several other medical options for that. Facelifts aren't typically covered by insurance unless there is significant facial paralysis, and even then it is difficult to get covered. Good luck!
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September 7, 2018
Answer: Facelift A facelift doesn't seem like the right path for treatment of angular cheilitis. I would seek a second opinion. There are several other medical options for that. Facelifts aren't typically covered by insurance unless there is significant facial paralysis, and even then it is difficult to get covered. Good luck!
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September 7, 2018
Answer: It is highly improbable that your insurance would cover this. Generally insurance companies cover non-experimental treatments. There are a number of potential causes of angular cheilitis. Lifting the cheek is not likely to be a solution. There is no systematic literature supporting this approach. For that reason, what you are looking for is not likely to be a covered benefit. Personally, I am dubious that a midface lift will accomplish what you are looking for and has a very real possibility of permanently harming your appearance.
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September 7, 2018
Answer: It is highly improbable that your insurance would cover this. Generally insurance companies cover non-experimental treatments. There are a number of potential causes of angular cheilitis. Lifting the cheek is not likely to be a solution. There is no systematic literature supporting this approach. For that reason, what you are looking for is not likely to be a covered benefit. Personally, I am dubious that a midface lift will accomplish what you are looking for and has a very real possibility of permanently harming your appearance.
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