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Lumps & deformities near eye & upper cheek 1 year post-op deep plane facelift - can his be fixed? (Photos)

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rounditrosieMay 21, 2023

It has been over one year after my deep plane facelift. On my right side when I smile, I have a strange line/depression running from the corner of my eye up towards my hairline, as well as lumps on my upper cheek and a depression on the upper cheek area. It i visible only when I smile. This area is also still somewhat numb. It is noticeable and distressing. I try not to smile and wear my hair to cover it. Can this be fixed??

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