Can Precision Tx or Laser Liposuction cause permanent facial paralysis? (photos)

Question

I had Precision Tx almost 2 years ago and have a lopsided smile now. For the first 3-4 months the right side of my mouth couldn't smile at all. Now I can smile but it's lopsided and it seems like I'm using accessory muscles instead because I get a weird bulge in my neck and my lower lip droops when I try to isolate smiling on the right side. Will this ever go away? Can it be repaired?

Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

In my opinion, you should return to the surgeon who performed the procedure. Ask them for an assessment. You may have a reportable event. It may be reported to the FDA as well as the company, Cynosure.

Luis A. Cenedese, MD, FACS · Answer

Nerve damage causing weakness of the lower lip muscles is a known potential complication of neck/jowl Laser, liposuction, injection and surgical procedures. Almost always temporary correction of a permanent weakness involves a nerve grafting/muscle transposition procedure depending on the condition of the muscles effected.Your treating physician should be able to guide you how to proceed.

Julio Clavijo-Alvarez, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

I am sorry that you are having issues about your procedure and
thanks for sharing your question. I can appreciate your
concern.

After 2 years of nerve deficit, it is unlikely that nerve damage could be improved. In some cases adequate testing should help determine the level of injury. At this point, it is likely that the muscles that do the function might not recover. However, consulting with a facial nerve paralysis clinic should be your next step.

Finally, make sure that you have a
consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Wishing you the best in your journey

Keith Denkler, MD · Answer

After two years, the nerves will probably not regenerate any more.You need to be evaluated by your surgeon or another plastic surgeon.Generally, PrecisionTx cuts side to side under the skin and is aimed upward for skin tightening similar to a facelift.  PrecisionTx is very safe for the nerves which are deep.Your case needs evaluation and can be helped.Best wishes,Dr. Denkler

Can Precision Tx or Laser Liposuction cause permanent facial paralysis? (photos)

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Answer: Needs a recheck by your doctor

Answer: Needs a recheck by your doctor

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Answer: Needs a recheck by your doctor

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