2 .5 months post op. have internal scars (hematoma on my cheeks which was milked 14 times).now i have hard and soft lumps . the skin on my whole cheek area seems to be stuck to the underlying structures. looks lumpy if i smile.A dr told me at the 6 month mark may have to open flap and separate the skin mechanically. What is this surgery called? Could it stay forever attached to the underlying tissue (i do massage, ultrasound and kenalog)? also the soft lumps are not diminishing. could be fat?
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Thank you for your question about your face lift.What you are describing sounds perfectly normal.It takes 6 weeks for significant improvement and 6 months or longer for a final result.Be sure to see your surgeon so s/he can follow your recovery to be sure all is well.Always see a Board Certified...
Thank you for your question about your face lift.VTE and strokes are related to length of surgery, mobility afterwards and predisposing factors, such as family tendencies and recent injuries.All that said, a mini-face lift and a rhinoplasty are low risk operations for these complications.If...
Thank you for your question about your face lift.There are several kinds of 'one stitch' face lift.The MACS lift uses one, circular, heavy suture to lift the face.Single suture suspensions can also be placed in the office.None of these are as effective or long-lasting as a standard well-done...