Hi Doctors, I have sleep apnea that I cannot sleep on my back. I usually put pressure on my ear of face when I sleep. I'm wondering how facelift can be done on patient like me. Is is possible to do facelift on for one side. Then when it recovers, do it for the other side? Thanks
February 26, 2022
Answer: Facelift Thank you for your question. We recommend that you sleep elevated for the first few days, so people can usually tolerate not laying on the side of their face (sitting up in a recliner, for example). After that time, it is okay to gently put pressure on the side of your face with sleeping. Best of luck!
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February 26, 2022
Answer: Facelift Thank you for your question. We recommend that you sleep elevated for the first few days, so people can usually tolerate not laying on the side of their face (sitting up in a recliner, for example). After that time, it is okay to gently put pressure on the side of your face with sleeping. Best of luck!
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March 29, 2022
Answer: Facelift Thank you for your questions. In general you are not able to sleep on your side. The face needs to heal prior to laying on it. Both sides must be done at the same time to achieve symmetry. When recovering from a facelift it is advised to sleep with your head elevated. This may work for your sleep apnea also. I recommend scheduling a consultation with a board certified Plastic Surgeon. They will want to review your entire medical history and possibly have medical clearance from your doctor. In our office we offer 3D imaging to give our patients an accurate idea of what their final result will look like.Good luck!
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March 29, 2022
Answer: Facelift Thank you for your questions. In general you are not able to sleep on your side. The face needs to heal prior to laying on it. Both sides must be done at the same time to achieve symmetry. When recovering from a facelift it is advised to sleep with your head elevated. This may work for your sleep apnea also. I recommend scheduling a consultation with a board certified Plastic Surgeon. They will want to review your entire medical history and possibly have medical clearance from your doctor. In our office we offer 3D imaging to give our patients an accurate idea of what their final result will look like.Good luck!
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