Hard cheeks after midface lift?

February 17, 2018
Asked By:kristin Z in Massachusetts, MA

I had a midface lift 2 weeks ago and I know it's early and I need to be patient but I'm wondering how long my cheeks will be hard as rocks. Also, my lower face looks gaunt now and I'm wondering if I should add a little bit of filler at my one month post op to blend in the cheeks and create balance. My surgeon said most of the swelling is gone in the cheeks usually by one month. What do you think?

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February 21, 2018

Answer: It is common for things to be swollen and sometimes hard after a mid facelift but that usually gets better

February 21, 2018

Answer: It is common for things to be swollen and sometimes hard after a mid facelift but that usually gets better

February 21, 2018

Answer: Postoperative recovery

February 21, 2018

Answer: Postoperative recovery

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