Could Prolonged Use of my Salt Water Pool Be Affecting my Swelling?

Losing 10 to 15 pounds probably won't cause a noticeable difference but if you were to lose 20 pounds or more you could end up with loose skin as the volume decreases. Facial fillers or fat transfers could be done to restore volume. Good Luck!

Hair trapped through an incision and extending under the skin will allow bacteria to irritate the skin in this area - so make sure your surgeon is aware of this.  Even if you did nothing, the hair will eventually be broken down, will dissolve and either be expelled or dissolve and release...

Cool compresses with elevation of your head on pillows can be beneficial initially, followed by pressure. Lymphatic drainage massage has also been helpful. It's also important for patients not to be too active and to allow time for the swelling to resolve. The major swelling should fade after a...

Rapid volume loss could be caused by a number of factors. Instead of considering fat grafting now to treat a symptom of concern, you should try to address the underlying issue by working with your primary care physician and any other physicians you may be referred to.

Fillers such as Restylane , Juvederm and Radiesse can effectively improve loss of volume in the face.  In my experience, this is best done in a step-wise fashion to avoid a “blown up” or “bloated” appearance.  A couple syringes in one setting, followed by a couple more  a month l...

There are two categories of "lumps" after a facelift.  Early lumps are quite common and should not illicit concern unless grossly asymmetrical.  Most of these lumps are likely to resolve.  Late lumps, which are lumps more than 3-6 months after the procedure, may signify concern....