I am one week post op from my face lift/ neck lift and numb all along my jawline. Any recommendations on how to shave next week while not being able to feel the razor next to my cheeks? Does most men use an electric razor? How long does it take to get the feeling back?
August 18, 2014
Answer: Shaving should be done carefully after facelift. Because of numbness it may be difficult to know where a razor blade is on your cheek. This should be done very carefully or with an electric razor.
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August 18, 2014
Answer: Shaving should be done carefully after facelift. Because of numbness it may be difficult to know where a razor blade is on your cheek. This should be done very carefully or with an electric razor.
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August 17, 2014
Answer: Shaving is typically not a problem after the first week. Hello leadville60,Thanks for your question. Shaving with a typical multi-blade razor is typically not a problem after facelift surgery or facial laser resurfacing once at least a week of healing has gone by and your sutures have been removed. I tell my male facelift patients to use the blade with plenty of shaving lubricant anywhere there are no suture lines and to go gently to avoid nicking the skin and creating a slow healing wound. I recommend the use of an electric razor over the suture lines, such as under the chin.You don't need to feel your face to shave it safely if you use a mirror and are gentle. Sensation in the face after a facelift/necklift can take 6-12 months to return. In some cases, minor residual permanent numbness is experienced. I haven't seen this to be a problem in the typical male facelift though.Good luck and I hope you are happy with your results.Dr. Shah
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August 17, 2014
Answer: Shaving is typically not a problem after the first week. Hello leadville60,Thanks for your question. Shaving with a typical multi-blade razor is typically not a problem after facelift surgery or facial laser resurfacing once at least a week of healing has gone by and your sutures have been removed. I tell my male facelift patients to use the blade with plenty of shaving lubricant anywhere there are no suture lines and to go gently to avoid nicking the skin and creating a slow healing wound. I recommend the use of an electric razor over the suture lines, such as under the chin.You don't need to feel your face to shave it safely if you use a mirror and are gentle. Sensation in the face after a facelift/necklift can take 6-12 months to return. In some cases, minor residual permanent numbness is experienced. I haven't seen this to be a problem in the typical male facelift though.Good luck and I hope you are happy with your results.Dr. Shah
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