How soon after a face and neck lift can one safely use a shampoo bowl at the hair salon?

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I am seeing a lot of answers about how soon people can get their hair colored with chemicals on incisions. But I am more worried about internal suture or scar tissue strain. Those shampoo bowls can be hard on the neck and there can be a lot of straining in weird directions...how soon till that level of pressure and pulling is safe after face/neck lift?

Hayati Akbas, MD · Answer

Even though external incisions may heal relatively quickly, the deeper internal sutures and scar tissue take longer to strengthen and stabilize...After a face or neck lift, internal sutures hold together deeper tissues as they heal. These sutures typically take several weeks to a few months to fully integrate into the healing tissue and develop strength.After a face or neck lift, the use of shampoo itself typically doesn't directly affect the incision or scar line as long as the product is gentle and free from harsh chemicalAlways check with your surgeon about the best timeline for you based on the extent of your procedure and how you're healing individually. They may recommend personalized restrictions based on your progress.By waiting the appropriate amount of time, you reduce the risk of pulling on your incisions or internal sutures and help ensure optimal healing results.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

I let patients shower and wash their hair on day 3. As far as going to a salon or getting color, 3 weeks is what I recommend

William Portuese, MD · Answer

In our practice, patients are able to take a shower at their home the first day after the facelift procedure, even with the drains in place. That way you will not need a shampoo bowl with strain on your neck.

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