What is the recovery time for FaceTite / Fractora procedure? I'm 3 days post op and very swollen.

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How long does the extreme swelling last for? I'm three days in and very swollen, what's the normal range of days to be expecting to be this swollen?? And how long to return to normal?

Vu Ho, MD · Answer

It is very normal to be swollen 3 days out - in fact you are probably in the "peak" of the swelling process. Sometimes people can be swollen to some degree up to 2 weeks depending on the extent of the procedure as well as the patient's personal factors. There are ways to help reduce the swelling, such as use of compression garments and ice. If you do not see any improvement at all in swelling after 1 wk or if it continues to get worse, I would advise notifying your plastic surgeon. Hope this helps!

Phillip Dauwe, MD · Answer

This is completely normal. The energy delivered to your tissues will provoke sometimes a severe swelling response that can last up to 7-10 days. You should be monitored closely by your plastic surgeon during this time period.

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Every patient is different and the degree of swelling will vary from person to person.  Expect some degree of swelling and patients can return to work in 3-7 days depending on specifics of treatment and your healing response.   Best Anil Shah

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

To look presentable, you may need 1 to 2 weeks, depending upon what was done.  You will not see the final result for 3 to 6 months.

Jason D. Bloom, MD, FACS · Answer

The recovery from both FaceTite and Fractora depends on a number of factors.  You can have some normal swelling based on the amount of tumescent anesthesia that was used.  The more "numbing fluid" that they instilled to make you comfortable during the procedure, the longer it takes for the body to absorb that fluid.  Usually the swelling from these percutaneous RF procedures peaks around 3 days and then tails off.  It is normal to get some induration and hardness under the skin for a few weeks after the procedure.  I usually check in with my patients at the 1 week time point, just to make sure that they are healing appropriately.  If there is any question about your healing or swelling, I would contact your surgeon to make sure that you can see them and make sure you are doing well.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

Recovery for Fractora is generally faster than for FaceTite.  For Fractora alone, I would say the immediate recovery period is about 2-4 days.  During this time, it is mainly redness that is visible.  FaceTite recovery can be 1-2 weeks and is mainly an issue with swelling.  Swelling is generally at the worst about 2-3 days after the procedure and then should gradually improve.

Christie Prendergast, DO · Answer

Expect swelling for 1-2 weeks after this treatment combo depending on settings used. I would give it more time and be patient. If you have severe swelling that is not reducing each day, your surgeon may consider a steroid pack to help expedite the healing.

Michael T. Somenek, MD · Answer

The combination of FaceTite and Fractora usually has downtime of 3-5 days. The FaceTite has swelling associated with it while the Fractora typically has prolonged redness due to the resurfacing capabilities of the device. I typically tell my patients that they will be able to wear makeup and have decreased swelling after 4-5 days, depending on the settings used with the Fractora device.

Jonathan Zelken, MD · Answer

Swelling after Facetite can be significant for up to 2 weeks and is curtailed by thoughtful use of face and jaw compression and sleeping on a few pillows. Four major contributors to the amount of swelling:
1. (most important) Your body's healing tendencies. If you have loose, thin skin and have a tendency for bruising there is a greater chance for prolonged swelling.
2. The amount of liposuction performed. FaceTite alone with minimal liposuction, for example, will heal much faster than FaceTite with a significant liposuction component.
3. Adjunctive procedures like buccal fat pad removal and skin resurfacing will increase facial swelling
4. Adherence to compressive garment protocol. I ask my patients to wear compression garments for three days straight and on-and-off for 3 weeks.
I hope this helps.

Kristina Tansavatdi, MD · Answer

The degree of swelling after a combined FaceTite and Fractora procedure depends on the intensity of the energy delivered during both treatments and the amount of tumescent anesthesia fluid (for numbing) that was injected under the skin. It is common to experience 5-7 days of swelling with lower energy treatments and up to 2 weeks for higher energy treatments. I would check in with your surgeons' office as they may have more guidelines based on the settings the doctor chose for you and their experience with other patients.

What is the recovery time for FaceTite / Fractora procedure? I'm 3 days post op and very swollen.

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