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7 months post face and neck lift - Is revision possible? (Photos)

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Powerful844698Dec 2, 2025

I had a deep plane Face and Neck lift in May 2025. My neck was injured with the surgical tape and my face is lopsided. Is my neck even treatable now? I’m 58.

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