Accessory parotid gland removed in 2018 - how do I find a doctor that will perform a deep plane face and neck lift?

In experienced hands, a deep plane facelift is completely feasible after parotidectomy. There is a possibility that the SMAS is compromised and that he extent of dissection may have to be limited. However, in similar scenarios I have personally operated on in the last 24 years, I was able to get a very substantial lift without injury to the branches of the facial nerve. A consultation would be most appropriate to discuss your case.

Hi! A facelift is definitely still possible after a parotid gland tumor removal. I recommend finding a facial plastic surgeon with a background in ENT/head and neck surgery who has experience with parotidectomies and well as with facelifts and scheduling an in person or telehealth consultation to start. It is important to obtain your records from your parotid surgeon so you can share with your facelift surgeon. Important details would be size of tumor, extent of resection, lymph node involvement etc. Best of luck!

Thank you for your question. There may be some additional scarring on the side where you had the parotidectomy. There may be a slightly higher risk of nerve injury because of that, but the surgery should still be doable with slow dissection in that area. Please feel free to reach out with questions.

Of course not having seen you, the proper surgical plan in your situation depends a bit on where the accessory parotid was, how it was removed/where the scar is, and if you had radiation to the area. As always, a board certified plastic surgeon and someone who does a lot of facial rejuvenation is critical. In your case, it is definitely a good idea to find surgeons who have performed facelifts after parotid surgery before--I have and the scarring can make that dissection more challenging. You may want to ask in advance of future consultations to make sure that your surgeon has the appropriate experience for this situation.

You need a facial plastic surgeon who has experience in parotidectomy We've done many facelifts after parotid surgery and many parotidectomies. It should indeed be doable.