Numbness and Swelling Post-chin Implant, Neck Lift, and Lower Facelift

February 3, 2009
Asked By:Puzzled in Detroit, Michigan

I had chin implant with wings, a neck lift (platysmaplasty), and lower face lift over a year ago and my right lower lip and chin area is still numb and swollen. What caused this and what can be done to eliminate these problems?

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December 6, 2016

Answer: Numbness and Swelling Post-chin Implant, Neck Lift, and Lower Facelift

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August 24, 2010

Answer: Numbness After Chin Implant

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October 24, 2009

Answer: Numbness after Chin Implant

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April 12, 2017

Answer: Placement of chin implant may be cause of numbness

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Answer: Placement of chin implant may be cause of numbness

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