I'm 53 and in good shape. Have a great doc who did my t- tuck and brst red. 2 yrs. ago. Don't want to wait too long to do a neck lift bc I heard it looks less natural the longer u wait, but want 2 know this: what's the REAL down time? I know everyone's different, but what are the of recovery? Don't need lipo and not having anything else done. I know I'll have to sleep on my back for awhile and take it easy, but I'm more concerned w my appearance during recovery (the irony!) LOL.
Answer: Neck lift recovery Neck lift recovery, on average, takes 12 -14 days. The first night you will have a dressing on around the neck that will be removed the next morning. At that time, in our office, we allow you to get in the shower. Afterwards, we have our patients wear a light elastic band around the neck the first week as much as possible. Also, the first week, we recommend no heavy lifting, working out, or bending over. So, this week, you can't lift your kids or your pets or tend to your garden. You really want to take it easy otherwise you'll worsen the bruising and swelling.On day 7, the stitches are generally removed, you're allowed to wear makeup in our practice, and we allow you to start working out. The problem with the second week is the bruising and swelling. You can do things around the house but you may not want to be seen at work or by your friends until day 12 after surgery.
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Answer: Neck lift recovery Neck lift recovery, on average, takes 12 -14 days. The first night you will have a dressing on around the neck that will be removed the next morning. At that time, in our office, we allow you to get in the shower. Afterwards, we have our patients wear a light elastic band around the neck the first week as much as possible. Also, the first week, we recommend no heavy lifting, working out, or bending over. So, this week, you can't lift your kids or your pets or tend to your garden. You really want to take it easy otherwise you'll worsen the bruising and swelling.On day 7, the stitches are generally removed, you're allowed to wear makeup in our practice, and we allow you to start working out. The problem with the second week is the bruising and swelling. You can do things around the house but you may not want to be seen at work or by your friends until day 12 after surgery.
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Answer: Neck lift recovery Recovery has various components. Most patients are off narcotic pain medication within 24-48 hours. Sutures are removed at one week but strenuous activity needs to be avoided for 2-3 weeks to avoid prematurely stressing the wound leading to setbacks. Bruising is variable and there are many factors that can be the cause. Although makeup can be worn, often times a significant bruise can be the main reason that someone would not want to be seen in public within the first couple weeks. Those that do not have higher risk factors and follow directions often have markedly less bruising. Icing after surgery and avoiding things that increase circulation to the area can make a significant difference. Incisions become early scars by the second to third week and continue to mature and fade over several months. With proper care, they can look reasonably good within a month (with makeup if necessary) and many times can also be hidden by hair . Males with shorter hair can grow a beard to help avoid obvious attention to any facial incisions and bruising.
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Answer: Neck lift recovery Recovery has various components. Most patients are off narcotic pain medication within 24-48 hours. Sutures are removed at one week but strenuous activity needs to be avoided for 2-3 weeks to avoid prematurely stressing the wound leading to setbacks. Bruising is variable and there are many factors that can be the cause. Although makeup can be worn, often times a significant bruise can be the main reason that someone would not want to be seen in public within the first couple weeks. Those that do not have higher risk factors and follow directions often have markedly less bruising. Icing after surgery and avoiding things that increase circulation to the area can make a significant difference. Incisions become early scars by the second to third week and continue to mature and fade over several months. With proper care, they can look reasonably good within a month (with makeup if necessary) and many times can also be hidden by hair . Males with shorter hair can grow a beard to help avoid obvious attention to any facial incisions and bruising.
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October 23, 2019
Answer: Neck lift recovery Recovery time after a neck lift will depend on the individual, as well as the extent of surgery. Typically, patients return to daily activities, including a return to work, within 2 weeks after surgery. Expect your neck to feel tight for a few weeks, and know that bruising and swelling are normal.
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October 23, 2019
Answer: Neck lift recovery Recovery time after a neck lift will depend on the individual, as well as the extent of surgery. Typically, patients return to daily activities, including a return to work, within 2 weeks after surgery. Expect your neck to feel tight for a few weeks, and know that bruising and swelling are normal.
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July 10, 2019
Answer: Neck Lift Recovery You need a lower face lift as well as your neck lift, but you are an excellent candidate and at the right age. My neck lifts usually go back to non-strenuous work between 7-10 days, maybe with a little makeup. We take every known precaution to minimize bruising and swelling, which are the two factors that increase your recovery time. Meticulous surgery performed quickly by experienced surgeons results in less bruising and swelling. Drains are a hassle but they also decrease bruising.
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July 10, 2019
Answer: Neck Lift Recovery You need a lower face lift as well as your neck lift, but you are an excellent candidate and at the right age. My neck lifts usually go back to non-strenuous work between 7-10 days, maybe with a little makeup. We take every known precaution to minimize bruising and swelling, which are the two factors that increase your recovery time. Meticulous surgery performed quickly by experienced surgeons results in less bruising and swelling. Drains are a hassle but they also decrease bruising.
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November 18, 2018
Answer: Expect 10-14 day recovery for a necklift/facelift Rejuvenation of the neck requires lifting the skin, removing fat, tightening the platysma muscles, and removing excess skin. When combined with jowl tightening, the surgery is called a facelift--although it is really a lower face and neck lift. In my practice, all sutures are removed by postoperative day 10. Usually patients can return to work at 10-14 days after surgery. There still may be some mild swelling and bruising, but patients do look "presentable". I take the first set of photos at 6 week postop.
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November 18, 2018
Answer: Expect 10-14 day recovery for a necklift/facelift Rejuvenation of the neck requires lifting the skin, removing fat, tightening the platysma muscles, and removing excess skin. When combined with jowl tightening, the surgery is called a facelift--although it is really a lower face and neck lift. In my practice, all sutures are removed by postoperative day 10. Usually patients can return to work at 10-14 days after surgery. There still may be some mild swelling and bruising, but patients do look "presentable". I take the first set of photos at 6 week postop.
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November 12, 2018
Answer: Recovery downtime The recovery after a face lift is defined as what activity are you going to be engage . Normally I tell my patients that 2 weeks after surgery you can be involved is social activities and also driving and be presentable with minimal detectability. It is important that the results and care change dramatically from doctor to doctor so be sure your clarify that with our surgeon.
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November 12, 2018
Answer: Recovery downtime The recovery after a face lift is defined as what activity are you going to be engage . Normally I tell my patients that 2 weeks after surgery you can be involved is social activities and also driving and be presentable with minimal detectability. It is important that the results and care change dramatically from doctor to doctor so be sure your clarify that with our surgeon.
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