I had the procedure 8 days ago. I had done facetite and liposuction combined on my face and neck. four days after the procedure I realized deformity especially when I smile and irregularly on the cheeks. My right side of the mouth looks like paralys. In addition i don't see any improvement as yet besides the damaged had done to me. Could you PLEASE let me know what should I do. I'm concern if I would be able to smile again
Answer: Facial nerve injury following facetite It appears that one of the branches of your facial nerve has sustained an injury. This is a known risk of facetite, albeit uncommon. Due to the mechanism with which this technology tightens skin (radiofrequency) it is VERY unlikely that this injury is permanent. Is likely that the nerve has sustained a temporary injury and needs to heal itself. The length of time to recovery will depend on what level the nerve sustained injury.
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Answer: Facial nerve injury following facetite It appears that one of the branches of your facial nerve has sustained an injury. This is a known risk of facetite, albeit uncommon. Due to the mechanism with which this technology tightens skin (radiofrequency) it is VERY unlikely that this injury is permanent. Is likely that the nerve has sustained a temporary injury and needs to heal itself. The length of time to recovery will depend on what level the nerve sustained injury.
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December 13, 2019
Answer: Asymmetric smile after facetite Asymmetry is uncommon after facetite but can occur. Possibilities include trauma from liposuction, placement of facetite device, and from the local anesthesia itself. Weakness typically improves over time but seek help from your surgeon to assist you in your healing. Best Anil Shah
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December 13, 2019
Answer: Asymmetric smile after facetite Asymmetry is uncommon after facetite but can occur. Possibilities include trauma from liposuction, placement of facetite device, and from the local anesthesia itself. Weakness typically improves over time but seek help from your surgeon to assist you in your healing. Best Anil Shah
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August 14, 2017
Answer: Recovery after FaceTite and liposuction The difference you see in your smile after your FaceTite and liposuction procedure is most likely due to irritation to one of the nerves involved with your smile. This issue should resolve completely over time, but it could take several weeks. Any irregularity you see on your cheeks should improve with more time as well. It can take several months to see the full effect from the FaceTite and liposuction procedures. There is really nothing for you to do at this point except allow more time for the healing to occur.
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August 14, 2017
Answer: Recovery after FaceTite and liposuction The difference you see in your smile after your FaceTite and liposuction procedure is most likely due to irritation to one of the nerves involved with your smile. This issue should resolve completely over time, but it could take several weeks. Any irregularity you see on your cheeks should improve with more time as well. It can take several months to see the full effect from the FaceTite and liposuction procedures. There is really nothing for you to do at this point except allow more time for the healing to occur.
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December 13, 2019
Answer: Facial nerve issue It appears that a branch of your facial nerve is not functioning properly. I would return to your physician that performed this procedure to have them evaluate this and determine if they need to put you on steroids since they know exactly what they did with the device and liposuction.
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December 13, 2019
Answer: Facial nerve issue It appears that a branch of your facial nerve is not functioning properly. I would return to your physician that performed this procedure to have them evaluate this and determine if they need to put you on steroids since they know exactly what they did with the device and liposuction.
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December 13, 2019
Answer: FaceTite = no knives and scissors The FaceTite procedure is probably safer than a facelift because there is no sharp dissection of tissue with knives, cautery, and scissors. Therefore, it is highly unlikely that any nerves will be transected. That's not to say they wont be bruised! Neuropraxia is a vexing, but temporary complication that results from nerve bruising. In other words, the bridge is still there, but just congested with traffic for a while. The slowing of nerve signal transmission can last up to 6 months but usually disappears by 3. This is common with FaceTite and liposuction, affecting as many as 30% of patients to *some* extent. Fortunately, with NSAIDs and time, this is likely to resolve without additional intervention.
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December 13, 2019
Answer: FaceTite = no knives and scissors The FaceTite procedure is probably safer than a facelift because there is no sharp dissection of tissue with knives, cautery, and scissors. Therefore, it is highly unlikely that any nerves will be transected. That's not to say they wont be bruised! Neuropraxia is a vexing, but temporary complication that results from nerve bruising. In other words, the bridge is still there, but just congested with traffic for a while. The slowing of nerve signal transmission can last up to 6 months but usually disappears by 3. This is common with FaceTite and liposuction, affecting as many as 30% of patients to *some* extent. Fortunately, with NSAIDs and time, this is likely to resolve without additional intervention.
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