Will the discoloration on my neck post neck lift ever go away? (Photo)

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12 weeks post necklift I till have bruising and discoloration. Will this ever go away? Has my skin been permanently damaged?

Steven L. Ringler, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for the question and pictures. It is not uncommon for there to be some increased redness 3 months after a neck lift. This will resolve over time. Some redness is very common, due to increased circulation in the superficial blood vessels. Also, you might have some UV damage that can look red. Remember a neck lift does not give you new neck skin. We often will follow up surgery with BBL ( brand band light ) treatments for the UV damage many patients have by the time they are looking for face or neck lifting options. You should follow up with your surgeon regarding your concerns. Good luck to you.

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. You are still in the recovery phase, and should expect improvement as you continue healing. Please work with your board certified facial plastic surgeon to achieve your best healing results. 
Best wishes,

Sanjay "Jay" Keni, MD · Answer

Hi Teenarocks,Although you're 3 months out, you're still healing.  I anticipate this will get better with time.  We say final healing is at about 1 year from the procedure, but follow closely with your surgeon for his/her recommendations.Best wishes,Dr. Jay

Will the discoloration on my neck post neck lift ever go away? (Photo)

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