Neck Define - I suffered a massive hematoma/ infections/ 2 revisions now. Do I need another revision? (Photos)

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I had a procedure called ‘neck define’ and am being told this is all normal / everyone swells / everyone bleeds. I suffered a massive hematoma/ infections/ 2 revisions now. I am about 6 months out from the last revision, and it still looks off. I keep being told it looks normal by this surgeon but I look so off and still so much pain. I know errors happen. I just want my life back.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

I am not sure if I have ever heard about "neck define" procedure for neck shaping/lift? Based on these photos you will need another revision. In person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with excellent reputation and face/neck lifts is recommended. Good luck.

Stephen Prendiville, MD · Answer

The photos show someone who will benefit from a deep plane facelift with platysmaplasty and deep neck lift; I am not sure what the "neck define" is specifically, but it clearly did not provide the results I would be happy with in my practice.  This sounds like a "branded procedure" for marketing purposes.

Kyle Kimura, MD · Answer

First of all, I'm so sorry to hear about your experience. A hematoma after a facelift is certainly one of every surgeon's worst fears as it can do significant damage to the tissue and compromise the surgery. 
I am less familiar with what a "neck define" procedure is, and to be honest the fact that its not called a facelift or neck lift, makes me question what is exactly involved in the procedure. I would agree that the photos do not look like I would expect after a neck lift and I would also likely be concerned if I were you. I think it would be reasonable to schedule a consultation with another plastic surgeon, ideally someone who specializes in face/neck lifts to get a second opinion and to really evaluate what is going on with your neck in person. 
I wish you the best of luck and I hope this helps!Kyle Kimura, MD

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