Can paralysis of lower lip resolve?

April 23, 2019
Asked By:LJ56 in Turtle Lake, North Dakota

I had lower facelift 5 weeks ago, and have tenderness and some numbness still along my jawline. My biggest concern is paralysis of my lower lip on the left side. My surgeon said she was very careful & doesn’t use anything sharp near this nerve. She thinks it’s just “angry”. Can this resolve on its on? Any idea how long?

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April 25, 2019

Answer: Give it time

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Brian K. Machida, MD, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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April 25, 2019

Answer: Give it time

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Brian K. Machida, MD, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
April 25, 2019

Answer: Yes

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Paul M. Steinwald, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
April 25, 2019

Answer: Yes

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Paul M. Steinwald, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
April 26, 2019

Answer: Lower lip paralysis

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April 26, 2019

Answer: Lower lip paralysis

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