I had a facelift 4 1/2 mos ago by a double board certified plastic surgeon who only does head/facial surgery. Resulted in marginal mandibular nerve damage. My smile is lopsided & I had to get Botox on the unaffected side to make it more symmetrical, but I miss my natural smile and am very self conscious. What are the chances that it will heal?
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Answer: #RealselfQ: Will marginal mandibular nerve damage heal after a #facelift?
Dear Imaupser,
Hello and thank you for your excellent question. In general, I recommend a minimal-chewing diet for 2 weeks after a facelift. However, you should check with your surgeon first. It is best to answer your question during a face-to-face evaluation, when you can discuss your...
Hello and thanks for your question. Some anecdotal evidence suggests that arnica gel and vitamin K gel can be used to reduce bruising and speed up recovery following surgery. However, clinical trials remain inconclusive. You may not experience any noticeable improvements during your recovery...
That is often a challenging area to correct and not have your mouth area look too tight or have a done look. Sometimes some simple liposuction to the area or fillers nearby can help. I prefer not to remove the skin in that area as the scarring can be visible and it's always best to avoid a scar...
