Could my platysmaplasty be the cause of my breathing problems / tongue position?

April 23, 2023
Asked By:Applex3 in Los Angeles, California

Hello, three years ago I had a neck lift that incuded having my platysma muscles tightened and since then I have been having troubles breathing. I constantly feel like my tongue is blocking my airway when I breath and I feel shortness of breath without doing any exercise. Could my neck lift be the cause of this, considering my problem began after my surgery? Can the tightening of the platysma bands affect the tongue position in any way that could affect breathing?

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April 24, 2023

Answer: Platysmaplasty

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April 24, 2023

Answer: Platysmaplasty

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April 26, 2023

Answer: Breathing issues and platysmaplasty

April 26, 2023

Answer: Breathing issues and platysmaplasty

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