At nearly 4 months post-neck and face lift I still have lumpy, bumpy areas alongside / adjacent to the submental incision. The area is also discolored (it’s kind of a brown color). There seems to be “banding,” too, from the side. Is this normal healing? Thank you for your time.
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April 18, 2019
Answer: Healing 4 Months Post Neck Lift and Facelift
Hi Me_Me_Me_,Typically the vertical muscle bands (platysmal band formed by the front edge of the platysma muscle) do not form on younger patients at rest, meaning they should not be visible unless you are actively contracting these muscles. How can people contract the platysma muscle?...
I am sorry to hear about these symptoms. Extreme tightness and knots behind the ears this far out from surgery are not normal. You should be evaluated by an experienced facelift surgeon to examine your incisions and feel for permanent sutures that may be contributing to your symptoms. Sutures...