What can be done for wrinkles sagging skin after cancer treatment? (Photo)

Congratulations on your successful treatment.There are many options both surgical and nonsurgical to address the aging process of the face. Fillers, devices and surgery are all options for you once the extent of your treatments are understood by your provider.Seek out a board certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience with facial rejuvenation and review your concerns and your history. I am very optimistic that nice changes can be made to meet your expectations.Good luck and I hope this was helpful.

 Congratulations on beating cancer. I’m sorry that it took its toll on your skin. As long as you are recovered and are not undergoing any treatments, you should be able to get whatever procedure you want. For a sagging lower face and wrinkles, I’d recommend at least a mini face lift with chemical peel to improve your skin quality and stimulate more collagen. If you aren’t interested in surgery, liquid facelifts can make a big difference, too. Begin consulting with facial plastic surgeons so that you can learn more about your options. I hope this helps.

Treatment of saggy skin and wrinkles after throat cancer radiation?  I have treated patients like you with a facelift and or a chemical peel for wrinkles after obtaining clearance from your oncologist.  It depends on the type of cancer and where ports were placed but normally this can be done. See an experienced  facelift surgeon who can remove your excess skin and jowls and improve your facial wrinkles. 

It is important to assess the precise field treated with the radiation.  Radiation can and does affect the microcirculation and this has a bearing on how skin heals.  However, it is likely that your radiation fields spared your facial skin.  There is not substitute for a personal consultation.  I would take free consultations with a grain of salt.  Many of them are not worth your time.  You have a complicated medical history and unless the doctor actually takes the time to go through your medical history, the consultation is not worthwhile.

Congratulations on finishing your cancer treatments.  I hope that you are now in good health.  You may have obstacles ahead of you in restoring your skin to pre-treament appearance.  I see that you are in California.  Your oncologist will be familiar with your situation and have preliminary advice for you based upon successful treatments that his/her past patients have received.  Start there.

The main concern in performing plastic surgery after radiation is that radiation does affect the natural tissue, including the way irradiated tissue will heal after surgery. It's likely you could see good results from a facelift, but be sure your plastic surgeon is aware of your full medical history and takes your past treatments into account. A thigh lift can help improve your upper leg contours. Ideally, look for a plastic surgeon who performs both procedures so you can work with a team you're already comfortable with. 

Congratulations first off for fighting your cancer.  As long as your health is in good condition you would likely be a candidate for a lower face and necklift to address loose skin along jawline.  You could also have fractionated CO2 laser resurfacing if you are wishing for a non surgical procedure.  Best to see a few Board Certified Plastic Surgeons in your area for in person consultation.  

Thanks for reaching out and sharing a photo. First off, congrats on winning your battle, that is such an accomplishment in itself. There are so many options, it all depends on how invasive you do or dont want to get. I would start by going on a few in person consultations with board certified surgeons to learn about all options! Best of luck. Dr. Kachenmeister

Thank you for your photo. Congratulations on a successful treatment! Radiation therapy can cause some microscopic damage to your blood supply and healing potential within the skin. This can significantly increase your risk of any procedure to the face or delay healing. It is best to have an in-office examination to carefully evaluate the quality of your skin and determine what areas have radiation-associated damage. In your case, you may be best served by less aggressive therapies to gradually improve your skin and minimize your risk of complications. Hope this helps!Johnson C. Lee, MD Plastic Surgery@drjohnsonlee

 As  long as you are cancer free, there are some procedures can be accomplished which can improve your concerns. It's  probably best to avoid neck lift procedure where the radiation has occurred due to complications that can occur from the radiation itself to the skin and muscle structures in that location.