Today is 14 days after a neck & face lift. The surgeon put sutures in my cheeks and both sides of my neck PIC 1supposedly to pull and get better results. These sutures were removed 3 days post op except for the ones along my hairline which were removed on day 10. I have bands sticking out & thick scarring on both sides of my neck. There's also parts in my neck numb and very hard. Can the bands be fixed and how? What about the scarring?
April 22, 2023
Answer: Facelift It's common to experience swelling, bruising, and numbness after a neck and facelift procedure, and it can take several weeks or even months for these symptoms to fully resolve. The appearance of bands and thick scarring on the neck is also not uncommon after surgery, but it's important to follow up with your surgeon to ensure proper healing and to address any concerns you may have. If you have persistent bands, your surgeon may recommend further treatment, such as massage, exercises, or additional surgery to release or tighten the affected muscles. This will depend on the extent and severity of the bands and your individual healing progress. Your surgeon may also recommend the use of scar treatment creams or silicone sheets to help minimize the appearance of scarring. It's important to continue to follow your surgeon's postoperative instructions, including keeping the surgical site clean and avoiding strenuous activity or direct sunlight, as these can affect your healing process. It's also important to attend your follow-up appointments to monitor your progress and ensure that any concerns are addressed promptly. Best of luck !
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April 22, 2023
Answer: Facelift It's common to experience swelling, bruising, and numbness after a neck and facelift procedure, and it can take several weeks or even months for these symptoms to fully resolve. The appearance of bands and thick scarring on the neck is also not uncommon after surgery, but it's important to follow up with your surgeon to ensure proper healing and to address any concerns you may have. If you have persistent bands, your surgeon may recommend further treatment, such as massage, exercises, or additional surgery to release or tighten the affected muscles. This will depend on the extent and severity of the bands and your individual healing progress. Your surgeon may also recommend the use of scar treatment creams or silicone sheets to help minimize the appearance of scarring. It's important to continue to follow your surgeon's postoperative instructions, including keeping the surgical site clean and avoiding strenuous activity or direct sunlight, as these can affect your healing process. It's also important to attend your follow-up appointments to monitor your progress and ensure that any concerns are addressed promptly. Best of luck !
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April 20, 2023
Answer: Facelift bands You are only 10 days out from a major surgery. This type of surgery requires a lengthy recovery. The surgical incisions look great and this looks like a well performed surgery. Neck bands tend to settle and improve with time. Numbness and induration (hardness) are normal for this surgery. Sometimes small touch-up are performed but I usually wait 6 months.
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April 20, 2023
Answer: Facelift bands You are only 10 days out from a major surgery. This type of surgery requires a lengthy recovery. The surgical incisions look great and this looks like a well performed surgery. Neck bands tend to settle and improve with time. Numbness and induration (hardness) are normal for this surgery. Sometimes small touch-up are performed but I usually wait 6 months.
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