I know it's still early days and I've asked about this recently, but whilst the rest of my face is less swollen, there is no change in this line/ indent on my R side. Similar lines lower down on L side but less pronounced. Also the skin does not seem to cover my jawline ( assuming the skin will drop and cover eventually?) Any professional assessment/commits would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance
October 5, 2017
Answer: Face/neck lines after facelift Thank you for the question. These bands are likely related to swelling/edema and usually resolve as the healing continues. They may go on and become indurated and form bands of scar tissue under the skin. Your surgeon may initiate lymphatic massage and sometimes steroid injection to soften them up. Specific management plan is made by your surgeon on a case by case basis. It's important that you see your surgeon frequently. Best!Pej Aflaki, M.D.Johns Hopkins-trained plastic surgeon
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October 5, 2017
Answer: Face/neck lines after facelift Thank you for the question. These bands are likely related to swelling/edema and usually resolve as the healing continues. They may go on and become indurated and form bands of scar tissue under the skin. Your surgeon may initiate lymphatic massage and sometimes steroid injection to soften them up. Specific management plan is made by your surgeon on a case by case basis. It's important that you see your surgeon frequently. Best!Pej Aflaki, M.D.Johns Hopkins-trained plastic surgeon
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October 4, 2017
Answer: Hello Rosily, Thank you for your photos. Congratulations on your recent procedure. Everyones healing process is different and it is best to be patient at this time. The lines that you notice could be related to initial healing bands. These consist of fat and skin tissue. These can take months to resolve completely. In a worst case scenario for the future, you may need injection of some sort to speed healing or to soften/fill them. I wouldn't lose sleep over that now because you will most likely heal just fine with time. I would recommend you speak directly with your surgeon in regards to any concerns. Have a great day!
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October 4, 2017
Answer: Hello Rosily, Thank you for your photos. Congratulations on your recent procedure. Everyones healing process is different and it is best to be patient at this time. The lines that you notice could be related to initial healing bands. These consist of fat and skin tissue. These can take months to resolve completely. In a worst case scenario for the future, you may need injection of some sort to speed healing or to soften/fill them. I wouldn't lose sleep over that now because you will most likely heal just fine with time. I would recommend you speak directly with your surgeon in regards to any concerns. Have a great day!
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