Why is my Neck Sagging 4 Weeks After Neck Lift?

February 1, 2011
Asked By:Spokane6975 in Spokane, WA

i am 56 years old and 4 weeks ago i had a lower face lift thar included a neck lift and playtsma tightening. A ago I had lipo suction under my chin. I am still healing, with numbness by my ears and under my chin. I am noticing that as rhe swellimg goes down thete is u saggy skin on my neck. There are improvements but i am hoping this skin sagging will tighten up I am not over wieght. on my two week check up the PS said my surgery was a great success.Will tightening occur?

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Answer: Swelling can hide the final appearance for more than three months after a neck lift and liposuction

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