Will this resolve in time? The doctor who did my lift told me to massage and pinch the affected areas until sore several times a day. He said "It may take some time, but these areas will clear up." Is that statement true? I'm very embarrassed. At a recent outdoor event (light breeze) several people noticed and commented on it, wondering what happened to me. Needless to say swimming, bike riding, horseback riding and running are out of the question at this point. I actually left the party.
Answer: Ridging after Facelift surgery Hello. Thank you for your question. It is common to see some form of ridging after facelift surgery. Not really sure why a drain is still in at 6 weeks, but that may be for another reason all together. You should start applying warm compresses and epsom salts to the area to soften it followed by massaging.I would definitely speak with your surgeon. I hope that you have seen a double board certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive surgeon.Good Luck
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Answer: Ridging after Facelift surgery Hello. Thank you for your question. It is common to see some form of ridging after facelift surgery. Not really sure why a drain is still in at 6 weeks, but that may be for another reason all together. You should start applying warm compresses and epsom salts to the area to soften it followed by massaging.I would definitely speak with your surgeon. I hope that you have seen a double board certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive surgeon.Good Luck
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Answer: Skin pleating behind the ears after facelift surgery Smaller pleats tend to resolve with time, although revisions can be considered if they remain persistent. However, it remains ideal wait for the skin to relax and redrape to the final contour or to the "best of its ability" to achieve the best results possible.
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Answer: Skin pleating behind the ears after facelift surgery Smaller pleats tend to resolve with time, although revisions can be considered if they remain persistent. However, it remains ideal wait for the skin to relax and redrape to the final contour or to the "best of its ability" to achieve the best results possible.
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July 2, 2017
Answer: The area behind my ears is pleated Small pleats behind the ear following facelift surgery often go away with massage and time. This can take for five months postoperatively. However, larger pleats may not. This may require a revision which often includes extending the scar along the hairline. It is a longer scar but on the other hand much smoother skin and much less likely to be noticed. Discuss your concerns with your surgeon and he or she will be able to realistically tell you if he or she thinks your pleats will go away.
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July 2, 2017
Answer: The area behind my ears is pleated Small pleats behind the ear following facelift surgery often go away with massage and time. This can take for five months postoperatively. However, larger pleats may not. This may require a revision which often includes extending the scar along the hairline. It is a longer scar but on the other hand much smoother skin and much less likely to be noticed. Discuss your concerns with your surgeon and he or she will be able to realistically tell you if he or she thinks your pleats will go away.
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April 6, 2017
Answer: Give it more time but may need revision This may need a revision but it requires more time to settle before operating again. A longer incision along the hairline would likely help.
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April 6, 2017
Answer: Give it more time but may need revision This may need a revision but it requires more time to settle before operating again. A longer incision along the hairline would likely help.
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July 2, 2017
Answer: Bumps behind the ears This can happen if the incision is not made long enough to account for all the extra skin that is needed to be removed. Chances are that it will go down, but its going to take time and some patience, and I would also ask your doctor if there is anything to be done if it doesnt, as it may require a procedure to remove the excess in case it doesn't
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July 2, 2017
Answer: Bumps behind the ears This can happen if the incision is not made long enough to account for all the extra skin that is needed to be removed. Chances are that it will go down, but its going to take time and some patience, and I would also ask your doctor if there is anything to be done if it doesnt, as it may require a procedure to remove the excess in case it doesn't
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