Numbness more than a year after neck lift

Although most of sensation in the face and neck returns within 3-6 months, there are patients who experience a longer recovery period. There is no a single nerve that innervates the skin in the area where you have diminished sensation, so permanent damage is not likely. It is individual nerve regeneration and brain perception that may be involved in rare cases like yours. I hope this helps.

Since it has been over a year from your surgery, you will probably stay numb. This is a risk of facial surgery which your surgeon discussed with you initially.

Numbness can result from nerve compression or injury during surgery, and it may take varying amounts of time for nerves to regenerate and sensations to return. Your surgeon may be able to offer insights into whether your current experience is within normal expectations or if there are any additional steps that can be taken to address your discomfort.

Best of luck !