Can I have a facelift revision with this necrotic skin? (Photo)

Hello Plucky6208,
I'm sorry to hear of your experience. Wound healing issues are a risk of facelift surgery. To help reduce the risk of secondary necrosis or other wound issues during facelift revision, you will want to ensure that the blood supply to that area of skin is maximized after surgery. I usually perform a series of PRP injections to increase local blood supply. I then wait a few months to perform the revision facelift. After surgery, I would recommend both PEMF therapy and hyperbaric oxygen treatments to make sure that skin is babied maximally!
We have all had patients with flap necrosis. I have never had a secondary healing issue on anyone I needed to revise when I take the steps above.
Of course you can't smoke or be around smokers, you have to be well-nourished, and all medical issues have to be under strict control by your primary physician.
I hope this helps?
Dr. Shah

Hello,

Revising your face is possible, with the goal of addressing the necrotic skin and repositioning it to a safer location. To determine the feasibility of a revision, it's advisable to consult with a skilled facial surgeon. They can assess the skin's laxity and readiness for the procedure.

Hello, hope you are well. The answer to your question depends on how much skin laxity there is in your face. You can absolutely undergo a revision facelift, but if there is not enough healthy skin to mobilize, lift, and re-drape, some scar tissue may still remain. You would need to submit more detailed photos or have an in-person consultation to help you determine what you could reasonably expect from revision surgery.

Best,
Dr. Tower