Following a facelift my ear became detached for about a quarter of an inch at the bottom at day 12. I went back to the surgeon who said to leave it alone and it did right itself but how common is that?
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September 9, 2013
Answer: Detached earlobe is a normal planned maneuver during facelift.
If these problems bother you enough to spend money on them then don't waste your money on non surgical options. It appears as if your skin is loose enough that it will require surgery to take care of. Talk with other plastic surgeions to get other opinions.
Good Luck,
Dr T
It is normal to have swelling after only nine days, you will see improvement as the days go by. Be sure to sleep with your head elevated, drink plenty of water. Address any concerns with your plastic surgeon. Good luck.
You have post operative marginal mandibular nerve palsy. This is usually from a stretch to the nerve rather than a transection. Fortunately this resolves with time in most patients (6 weeks to 6 months) Your surgeon could consider balancing Botox on the contralateral side to help even the smile...
